Author Archive: Joanna Maligaya
Chewy Chocolate Rolls
October 31, 2012
Trick-or-treating is a tradition for children on Halloween in a lot of countries. Children go from house to house dressed in costumes and ask for treats like candies. The magical question is "Trick or treat?", with the “trick being a threat to pull naughtiness on the owner of the house if they don’t get their 'treat.'”
Halloween is that sweet time of the year when little kids are allowed to devour the candies they have collected. This treat could be one of them!
| Chewy Chocolate Rolls • 2 tablespoons butter • 1/2 cup light corn syrup • 2 ounces chocolate, melted • 1 teaspoon vanilla • 3/4 cup powered dry milk • 1/4 teaspoon salt • 3 cups powdered sugar Mix together butter, syrup, chocolate, vanilla, powdered milk, and salt. Gradually add powdered sugar; mix and knead. Roll out in 3/4- inch rolls, cut into 2 1/2-inch lengths.Let stand for about one hour, then wrap in plastic wrap. |
Happy Halloween! 🙂
Crispello Chocolate Bar For Women Only?
October 30, 2012
I am not well versed as to where the divisions of the world came from. Wars between countries, feuds between families, inequality between the wealthy and the poor, discrimination between males and females, and the list goes on. We do not have enough time to explore all these issues.
Levity aside, isn’t it just so tiring to have to pick a side and find all the right things to say just so you can stand your ground? There are already a lot of injuries out there. But to add insult to them, even the chocolate manufacturers decided to join in on the fun by creating their very own sexist chocolate brand.
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Chocolate makes snails smarter?
October 26, 2012
There have been lots of rumors and talks about foods that are designed to enhance brain functions. And this has taken the world’s imagination by storm. If you happen to type the word "superfood" and search for it in the internet, you will be surprised to see many and diverse websites that are dedicated to this topic.
A dedicated group of researchers from the University of Calgary has become fascinated and curious about how certain dietary factors can really have an effect on memory, either impairing or enhancing it. Initially Ken Lukowiak was very skeptical regarding this matter. He stated, "I didn’t think any of this stuff would work."
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Chocolate Oatmeal Cookies
October 24, 2012
The number of oatmeal cookie recipes probably equals the number of all the cookie bakers on the face of the planet. Yup, I know it, you know it, we all know it. It’s not exactly a rare treat. However, it never ceases to make us yearn for more.
Oatmeal's reputation in the health department is pretty much established already. It's particularly known for being good for the heart. It’s just as good in lowering cholesterol and stabilizing sugar in the blood. It's not too shabby in helping boost the immune system, either.
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Hershey’s Going All Out for Certified Cocoa
October 23, 2012
It takes a lot of perseverance to be on top. Whatever aspect you may think of, this thought applies to that. Success, fame and wealth is sweet. Most especially for the largest chocolate manufacturer in North America, Hershey’s.
Hershey’s is one of the most well-loved brands. I know I do. It has been on heights and is still soaring up as the years go by.
To add more to its awesomeness, a statement from them released October 3, 2012 stated that by the year 2020, 100 percent of its cocoa will be from certified sources. I can just imagine the overflowing chocolates, but more so the big help in can give to the small scale cocoa farmers of West Africa.
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Chocolate Cranberry Cake
October 19, 2012
Chocolate and fruit pairing has become commonplace, and the reason for it is simply because chocolate and fruits generally go scrumptiously well together. Chocolate and cranberries are a good example.
Some say there are only three common fruits that can trace their roots back to North American soil – the blueberry, the Concord grape, and the cranberry. (I thought that was interesting, but whether this is actually true or not, is irrelevant to this post.) Today we're considering the cranberry.
The cranberry is flexible in its use. These fruits are often served on Thanksgiving and Christmas tables, but could and should be consumed every day! Not only do they taste divine, cranberries are also known for their nutritional benefits such as vitamin C. They are also packed with antioxidant and antibacterial properties.
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Added Awesomeness To The Already Awesome Chocolate
October 11, 2012
Did my title just scare you? Please, say it didn't. I may come off as a chocoholic who worships chocolate and its overall greatness. Well, yeah, that is actually true. But heck. I am sane enough to be writing this for you. So, welcome, and go on with your reading, and you will perfectly understand why I am just this appreciative when it comes to chocolate.
Lots of things have already been said about chocolate when it comes to its beneficial effects to the human mind and body. Little did we know that further studies and research are being conducted in order to lengthen the existing long list of the good things about it.
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Chocolate Brandy Cream
October 10, 2012
Here is an honest-to-goodness cream recipe. It involves two ingredients that hold a special place in my heart, chocolate and brandy. The luscious taste of chocolate, vanilla, and brandy all combined is totally head-tilting good.
This rich-flavored chocolate brandy cream recipe will definitely sweep you off your feet. It has the mouth-watering taste of chocolate mixed with a little vanilla essence and, of course, brandy. Then the chocolaty mixture folds into a rich cream and is chilled to perfection.
You can use this as a garnish for your favorite cakes or pies. Kick your favorite dessert’s goodness up a notch!
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The “Hot” in Hot Chocolate?
October 4, 2012
I am not your typical morning person who opens her eyes the moment the sun shows up. In fact, I am the type who curls myself up in bed and extends a few more minutes. But once I hear my tummy rumbling, begging for food, I summon all my might to pull myself up to grab my energizer buddy, the hot chocolate.
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Sour Cream Chocolate Cake
October 3, 2012
Even when your cake's icing has no butter in it, it should still sweep you off your feet.
There is a great cake that focuses on sour cream and melted chocolate, in both the cake and the frosting. And I had this Sour Cream Chocolate Cake recipe all set to go out to you today.
It's wonderful! You are bound to experience the silkiest icing ever as it glides onto the cake wonderfully. You could actually have the whole thing frosted in a jiffy and it’s most likely going to turn out stunning!
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