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The Most Delicious Chocolate Peppermint Squares Recipe

by Mai AnhJune 13, 2021Cake / Decorating / Food / Food Recipes / Recipes / TipsLeave a Comment

Chocolate Peppermint Squares have a delicious texture and flavor combination. They’re no-bake, have three layers, a minty flavor, and a smooth and shiny dark chocolate layer as the crowning glory. The most important thing to keep in mind when making these is that each layer must be chilled before moving to the next.

Yield: 16 SQUARES

Prep time: 15 MIN

Cook time: 15 MIN

Total time: 30 MIN

INGREDIENTS:

FOR THE CRUST:

2 cups crushed Graham cracker

6 tablespoons melted butter

FOR THE PEPPERMINT CREAM:

½ cup coconut oil

½ cup whipping cream

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

3 teaspoons peppermint extract

2 tablespoons powdered sugar, sifted

FOR THE CHOCOLATE COATING:

4oz dark chocolate, chopped roughly

1 tablespoon coconut oil

DIRECTIONS:

TO MAKE THE CRUST:

1. First, put graham crackers into a blender and pulse until they
become fine crumbs.

2. Into a mixing bowl, mix together the grounded cracker and melted butter until moistened.

3. Line a 9-inch pan with parchment paper. Transfer the crumb into a square pan lined with parchment. Using the back of a spoon, press the crust to the bottom of the pan.

4. Refrigerate whilst you prepare the filling.

TO MAKE THE PEPPERMINT CREAM:

1. In a mixing bowl, add coconut oil, whipping cream vanilla extract, peppermint extract, powdered sugar, mix with an electric mixer until smooth.

2. Spread the cream evenly on top of the crust. Refrigerate for about 30 minutes, whilst chilling the cake, let’s prepare the chocolate coating.

TO MAKE THE CHOCOLATE COATING:

1.Into a microwave-safe bowl, add the chocolate and coconut oil, microwave for 20-second intervals, stirring between each, until chocolate is fully melted, glossy and smooth.

2.Slice the cake slab into 16 pieces and put on a wire rack, while the chocolate is still hot, pour the chocolate on top of the cake to coat. Chill in the fridge until ready to eat.

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The Most Delicious Chocolate And Vanilla Bundt Cake Recipe

by Mai AnhJune 11, 2021Cake / Decorating / Food / Food Recipes / Recipes / TipsLeave a Comment

This recipe for Chocolate And Vanilla Bundt Cake is the ideal weekend treat: it is the combination of simple vanilla cake and deliciously rich in chocolate decadence, but light and fluffy, and topped with a gooey chocolate ganache if your heart wants to!

Yield: 10 SERVINGS

Prep time: 15 MIN

Cook time: 40 MIN

Total time: 55 MIN

INGREDIENTS:

FOR THE CAKE:

4 eggs

1 cup sugar

½ cup oil

½ cup water

2 ½ cups flour

1 tablespoon baking powder

1 tablespoon baking soda

2 tablespoons cocoa powder

DIRECTIONS:

TO MAKE THE CAKE:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (215°C). Grease a bundt cake pan with butter.

2. In a large mixing bowl, beat 4 eggs and sugar with an electric hand mixer until light and fluffy. Add oil and water and continue beating until incorporated. Add flour, baking powder and baking soda into the egg mixture, mix until homogenous.

3. Into another bowl, put half of the batter into it, then fold the cocoa powder into the batter.

4. Use a spoon to put the batter into the prepared pan, alternate between the chocolate and vanilla cake batter. Then use a skewer to make swirls all over the cake.

Bake 40 minutes. Cool in pan for 10 minutes, then transfer onto a cooling rack. The cake can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

Source: Chocolate And Vanilla Bundt Cake

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Amazing Sweet Lemon Curd Cookies Recipe

by Mai AnhJune 11, 2021Cake / Decorating / Food / Food Recipes / Recipes / TipsLeave a Comment

Lemon Curd Cookies Recipe are must-have holiday cookies that are a great addition to any dessert buffet. Clαѕѕic thumbprint cookies are given a festive twist with chopped lemon curd filling.

Yield: 24 COOKIES

Prep time: 25 MIN

Cook time: 15 MIN

Total time: 40 MIN

INGREDIENTS:

FOR THE COOKIES:

½ cup butter

⅓ cup powdered sugar

1 yolk

1 teaspoon salt

1 tablespoon lemon juice

1 teaspoon lime zest

1¼ cups flour

FOR THE LEMON CURD:

2 yolks

⅔ cup sugar

¼ cup lemon juice

3 tablespoons cornstarch

¾ cup butter

DIRECTIONS:

TO MAKE THE COOKIES:

1. Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C) and prepare the cookie sheet by lining with parchment paper. Set aside.

2. Into a bowl, beat the sugar and butter together until light and fluffy. Add yolk, salt and lemon juice, mix well. Add lime zest and flour, mix until well combined.

3. Use your hand to make 1 inch balls and place them 1 inch apart on the baking sheet. Press a deep indentation in the center of each cookie using the back of a measuring spoon or your thumb.

4. Bake for 13-16 minutes. While waiting, make the lemon curd.

TO MAKE THE LEMON CURD:

1. Into a saucepan, add the yolk, sugar and lemon juice, mix well. Add the cornstarch and turn the heat up to medium-high. Whisk constantly until thickened, then add the butter and mix until fully incorporated. Let cool for 5 minutes

2. Transfer the curd to the piping bag and pipe into the dent of the cookies. Serve with powdered sugar.

Source: Lemon Curd Cookies

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Delicious Homemade Strawberry Star Bread

by Mai AnhJune 11, 2021Cake / Decorating / Food / Food Recipes / Recipes / TipsLeave a Comment

These Homemade Strawberry Star Bread are light and fluffy, with a sweet flavor from the strawberry. Perfect for breakfast!

Yield: 6-8 SERVING

Prep time: 20 MIN

Proof time: 1 HR

Cook time: 30 MIN

Total time: 1 HR 50 MIN

INGREDIENTS:

FOR THE BREAD:

3 cups flour

⅓ cup sugar

1¼ teaspoon yeast

1 teaspoon salt

½ cup water

½ cup milk

2 tablespoons oil

1 egg

FOR THE DECORATION:

¼ cup melted butter

½ cup sugar

1½ teaspoons cinnamon

DIRECTIONS:

TO MAKE THE BREAD:

1. In the bowl of a stand mixer, put all the ingre∂ιєnts listed above together. Mix on medium speed with a dough hook, until combined. When the dough does not stick to the sides of the bowl then it is done.

2. Lightly grease a large bowl with oil spray and put the dough in, cover with plastic wrap and let rise in a warm place for about 30 minutes or until doubled in size (give the dough enough time to rest so it is easier to roll flat).

ASSEMBLY:

1. Dust the working surface with flour, take the bread dough out and divide it into 4 pieces. Roll the pieces flat and spread strawberry jam on top, spare 1 inch from the rim. Lay the other bread on top, repeat the exact process with the rest.

2. Put a small cup in the middle of the bread, then cut the outside of the bread into ṩẗŕïṗs
Twist the bread and pinch 2 of the ṩẗŕïṗs together. Brush with butter.

3. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line the baking sheet with parchment paper.

4. Bake for 22 minutes and you’re done. Serve with powdered sugar. The bread can be stored in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to 4 days.

Source: Homemade Strawberry Star Bread

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Delicious Homemade Cinnamon Sugar Buns Recipe

by Mai AnhJune 10, 2021Cake / Decorating / Food / Food Recipes / Recipes / TipsLeave a Comment

These Homemade Cinnamon Sugar Buns are light and fluffy, with a fun texture from the cinnamon sugar. These rolls are doughy, soft, and fluffy, bursting with flavor of butter and cinnamon.

Yield: 6-8 SERVING

Prep time: 20 MIN

Proof time: 1 HR

Cook time: 30 MIN

Total time: 1 HR 50 MIN

INGREDIENTS:

FOR THE BREAD:

2½ cups flour

¼ cup sugar

1½ teaspoon yeast

1 whole egg, room temperature

⅔ cup water

4 tablespoons butter, room temperature

FOR THE DECORATION:

¼ cup melted butter

½ cup sugar

1½ teaspoons cinnamon

DIRECTIONS:

TO MAKE THE BREAD:

1. In the bowl of a stand mixer, add bread flour, sugar, salt, yeast, oil, milk, egg and water. Mix on medium speed with a dough hook, until combined.

2. Then add the butter, continue to mix, when the dough does not stick to the sides of the bowl then it is done.

3. Lightly grease a large bowl with oil spray and put the dough in, cover with plastic wrap and let rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size (give the dough enough time to rest so it is easier to roll flat).

ASSEMBLY:

1. Dust the working surface with flour, take the bread dough out and roll it flat. Brush with melted butter. Mix the sugar and cinnamon together then cover the bread surface with it.

2. Fold the dough into an envelope and roll it flat one more time. Then use a pizza cutter to cut the dough into s̾t̾r̾i̾p ̾s, roll them into buns and place on the baking sheet. Brush again with melted butter

3. Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C). Line the baking sheet with parchment paper.
Bake for 25 minutes and you’re done. The bread can be stored in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to 4 days.

Source: Cinnamon Sugar Buns

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Key Lime Tart Recipe – Delicious Summer Dessert

by Mai AnhJune 10, 2021Cake / Decorating / Food / Food Recipes / Recipes / TipsLeave a Comment

This gorgeous key lime tart is made with just a few basic ingredíєnts! It’s best served chilled, and it’s the perfect summertime treat. A fresh fruit tart, like this one, can be made ahead of time and kept refrigerated until ready to serve. It’s better to bake the crust a day or two ahead of time to avoid it becoming soggy.

Yield: 6-8 SERVINGS

Prep time: 1 HR

Cook time: 55 MIN

Total time: 1 HR 55 MIN

INGREDIENTS:

FOR THE CRUST:

½ cup flour

⅓ cup cocoa powder

⅓ cup almond flour

¼ cup sugar

¼ teaspoon salt

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

⅓ cup butter, melted

FOR THE CUSTARD FILLING:

1¾ cups milk

4 egg yolks

2 teaspoon lime zest

2 teaspoon matcha powder

⅓ cup lime juice

DIRECTIONS:

TO MAKE THE CRUST:

1. Preheat the oven to 250°F. Line a 9-inch tart pan with parchment paper. Set aside.

2. In a large mixing bowl, mix together flour, cocoa powder, almond flour, sugar, salt, vanilla and melted butter. Mix until combine and moistened.

3. Transfer to the baking pan. Use your hand to press the dough evenly into the bottom and up the sides of the tart pans.

4. Bake for 10 minutes. While waiting, let’s make the filling.

TO MAKE THE FILLING:

1. Into a mixing bowl, add condensed milk, 4 yolks, lime zest, matcha powder and lime juice. Mix well to combine.

2. Pour the filling into the tart shell to fill it. Bake for 45 minutes until set.

3. Add lime slices and mint on top for decoration. Slice and serve. The tart can be store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Source: Key Lime Tart Recipe

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How To Make Easy Pαѕѕion Fruit Macarons

by Mai AnhJune 9, 2021Cake / Decorating / Food / Food Recipes / Recipes / TipsLeave a Comment

This sweet and tart pαssion fruit macaron is made with macaron shells filled with pαssion fruit curd. These pαssion fruit macarons are loaded with tangy flavor, the perfect dessert for parties with their pretty color, delicate taste and French roots.

Yield: 6-8 SERVINGS

Prep time: 20 MIN

Cook time: 15 MIN

Total time: 35 MIN

INGREDIENTS:

FOR THE MACARON DOUGH:

1 cup almond flour, sifted

1 cup icing sugar

¼ cup egg wh̾i̾t ̾e

FOR THE MERINGUE:

¾ cup sugar

2 tablespoons water

¼ cup egg wh̾i̾t ̾e

Yellow food coloring gel

Poppyseed (optional)

FOR THE FILLING:

3 eggs

2 yolks

1 cup sugar

¾ cup pαssion fruit pulp

1 cup butter

Whipping cream

DIRECTIONS:

TO MAKE THE MACARON DOUGH:

1. Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C) and prepare a baking sheet with a macaron baking silicon mat.

2. Sift the almond flour and ¾ cup icing sugar together. Add ¼ cup egg wh̾i̾t ̾e and mix until combine.

TO MAKE THE MERINGUE:

1. Into a saucepan, boil ⅔ cup sugar and water to 240°F (115°C).

2. Into a mixing bowl, add the egg wh̾i̾t ̾e, beat until foamy. Keep mixing, slowly add the hot sugar mixture into the egg wh̾i̾t ̾e, beat until stiff peaks form.

3. Pour a third of the meringue over the almond mixture, mix gently to incorporate it, then add the rest of the meringue. Be careful not to mix too long or too quickly, the dough may become too liquid! Add the yellow food coloring gel to the mix.

4. Transfer the batter into a piping bag, and pipe it onto the baking sheet, sprinkle some poppy seed on top. Tap the baking sheet to the table to remove air bubble. Bake for 10 minutes in the preheated oven.

TO MAKE THE PASSION FRUIT CURD:

1. Into a saucepan, add eggs, yolk, sugar and mix well. Add the pαssion fruit pulp, butter then turn the stove to medium-high heat. Stir constantly until thickened.

2. Whip 1 cup of whipping cream. Pipe the whipped cream onto the shell, spare the middle for the curd. Pipe the pαssion fruit custard in the middle. Enjoy!

3. The macarons can be store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Source: Easy Pαssion Fruit Macarons

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How To Make Lemon Cheesecake Mousse

by Mai AnhJune 9, 2021Cake / Decorating / Food / Food Recipes / Recipes / TipsLeave a Comment

Lemon Cheesecake Mousse desserts are one of my favorites! This wonderful delight is colorful, juicy, and excellent for spring and summer. It’s impossible to resist this graham cracker cheesecake with a smooth, silky, and delectable whipped cheesecake topping! It is a no-bake recipe, too! There’s no excuse not to make it!

Yield: 8 CUPS

Prep time: 10 MIN

Chill time: 25 MIN

Total time: 35 MIN

INGREDIENTS:

FOR THE CRUST:

1 cup Graham cracker crumbs

2 tablespoons sugar

4 tablespoons butter, melted and cooled

FOR THE MOUSSE:

1 ½ cups cream cheese

¾ cup powdered sugar

2 tablespoons lemon juice

Yellow food coloring gel

1 cup whipping cream

DIRECTIONS:

1. Into a medium bowl, add the cracker crumbs, sugar and melted butter, mix until moistened and combined. Prepare some mini cups, press the crumbs to the bottom of the cups. Set aside.

2. Into another bowl, add cream cheese and powdered sugar, beat with an electric hand mixer until light and fluffy. Add the lemon juice and continue to mix. At this point, you can color the cream with gel food coloring. Finally, add 1 cup of whipping cream and mix until light and fluffy.

3.Transfer to a piping bag, pipe the mousse into the cups. Top the mousse with whipped cream, decorate with a lemon slice and mint leaf. Chill in the fridge for at least 30 minutes. These mousse cups can be stored for 2–3 days in an airtight container.

Source: Lemon Cheesecake Mouse Recipe

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Dragon Fruit Crepe Recipe For A Healthy Breakfast

by Mai AnhJune 9, 2021Cake / Decorating / Food / Food Recipes / Recipes / TipsLeave a Comment

This dragon fruit crepe is quite tasty. Regardless matter how high in magnesium, fiber, iron, and antioxidants these nutrient-dense “superfruits” are, the magenta-hued flesh mixed with some fruit slices felt like the perfect preppy match for my healthy breakfast.

Yield: 2 SERVINGS

Prep time: 10 MIN

Cook time: 20 MIN

Total time: 30 MIN

INGREDIENTS:

FOR THE CREPE:

⅔ cup flour

2 tablespoons sugar

1 teaspoon salt

2 eggs

¾ cup milk

1 cup dragon fruit puree

FOR THE FILLING:

¾ cup mascarpone

⅔ cup powdered sugar

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1¾ cups whipping cream

DIRECTIONS:

TO MAKE THE CREPE:

1. To make 1 cup of puree, cut a dragon fruit into chunks and puree it.

2. Into a medium bowl, add the flour, sugar, salt, eggs, milk and dragon fruit puree, mix until combined.

3. Let batter rest in the refrigerator or overnight before cooking.
To cook, heat a non-stick crepe pan or sk̾i̾l̾l ̾et over medium heat.

4. Lightly coat with oil or butter and once a few drops of water sizzle on the pan, add ¼ cup of batter and swirl to coat the base of the pan.

5. Cook for around 1-2 minutes until the batter is cooked through, then flip and cook for another 30 seconds to 1 minute on the opposite side before gently sliding off the pan. Stack cooked crepes on top of each other, adding more butter to the frying pan as needed.Let crepes cool before äṩṩembling.

6. Meanwhile, using a hand mixer, beat the mascarpone, powdered sugar, vanilla extract and whipping cream until light and fluffy

7. Lay one crepe on a cake board, spread about 1 tablespoon whipped cream over the top. Repeat the step after you have your desire amount of crepe.

8.Decorate with whipped cream and dragon fruit.

Source: Dragon Fruit Crepe

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Healthy Whole Wheat Everything Bagel Recipe

by Mai AnhJune 8, 2021Cake / Decorating / Food / Food Recipes / Recipes / TipsLeave a Comment

This Healthy Whole Wheat Everything Bagel is packed with healthful ingre∂ιєnts and perfect for a quick breakfast. If you want to try your hand at healthy homemade bagels but have even an ounce of my impatience- this recipe is for you.

Yield: 8-9 SERVINGS

Prep time: 10 MIN

Cook time: 22 MIN

Total time: 32 MIN

INGREDIENTS:

FOR THE BAGEL:

2 cups wh̾i̾t ̾e whole-wheat flour

4 tablespoons baking powder

1 ½ tsp salt

1 tsp vanilla extract

3 tbsp milk

2 cups Greek yogurt

⅓ cup oil

2 egg wh̾i̾t ̾es

Poppy seeds

DIRECTIONS:

1. Preheat the oven to 375ºF. Prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, salt, vanilla extract, greek yogurt, oil.

3. Transfer to a piping bag. Onto the baking sheet, pipe the batter into a bagel shape. Brush the bagel with egg wh̾i̾t ̾es. Sprinkle poppy seeds on top.

4. Bake for 22 minutes, or until the edges of the cookies are lightly brown. Spread the greek yogurt to the bottom of a bagel and sandwich it with another bagel.

5. Keep leftovers for 2–3 days in an airtight container. This recipe makes 8–9 cookies.

Source: Whole Wheat Everything Bagel

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