chocolate recipes
Chocolate Christmas Candies
September 19, 2012
Ah, the air is turning colder, the month ends in "ber", and surely the department stores are already making plans and clearing space for the big displays. Yes, it's time to talk about Christmas!
As a kid, I was always giddy with butterflies in my stomach every time Christmas time was just around the corner. Who doesn't like Christmas?! Unless, of course, you have this weird idolatry with the Grinch. If that's the case, you better click your way out now. :p
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Hot Chocolate
September 12, 2012
Winter is coming. Dang. That felt so good! I‘ve been wanting to say that and actually mean it since I just recently hopped on the Game of Thrones bandwagon. If you happen to be as crazy about the series as I am, telepathically highfive me!
Again, winter is coming. It will get nippier by the minute outside. Wouldn’t it be nice to just stay in the house and feel all snuggly with a cup of good ol' hot chocolate in tow? And a good book wouldn’t be so bad, either.
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Bourbon Fudge
September 5, 2012
Bourbon Fudge is described as a luscious dessert which is composed of Bourbon whiskey, almonds, and of course, chocolate.
Bourbon refers to a type of American whiskey. It's a barrel-aged distilled spirit that is made mainly out of corn. The history of the name of the spirit can be traced back to an area called Old Bourbon. It has been around since 1800. You may come across it anywhere in America, but it's strongly linked to the American South in general, and Kentucky in particular.
Go ahead and whip this up as soon as you hit the kitchen and you just might make a treat which will make you the talk of the town (or household)!
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Jello® Pudding Fudge
August 29, 2012
Don't you just love treats that have all of your favorites combined into one? Now this one is certainly for you!
Jell-O refers to a brand name that belongs to to U.S.-based Kraft Foods for an array of gelatin desserts, which includes fruit gels, puddings and no-bake cream pies. And because the brand has gained so much popularity, it has become the generic term for gelatin desserts in America and even Canada.
Try this recipe on for size! It gives a new twist to an otherwise old and plain treat.
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Peachy Chocolate Mousse Parfaits
August 22, 2012
Parfait is described as a frozen dessert made out of base ingredients such as cream, egg, and sugar syrup. A parfait is basically composed of fat, sugar, alcohol and/or, to a lesser extent, air so as to let it be made through stirring occasionally while freezing. That said, you can whip it up in the comfort of your own home.
Try to do this yummy parfait recipe to celebrate National Peach Month this August. A promise is a promise, and I promised I'd give a peach-related recipe for this week on our Facebook page. Not a fan yet? Check our Facebook fan page and you know what to do!
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Deep Chocolate Cupcakes
August 15, 2012
We all have our foolproof ways of comforting ourselves whenever we experience less than divine moments. For the most part, food always comes in handy, comfort food to be specific.
Cupcakes nowadays have an array of patterns, designs, and whatnot. But I just want to drive home the fact that chocolate cupcakes have been, and will always be, a hit. Simple, but it does the trick.
You could even play with this recipe and put some designs on top, say, a shark fin! That would be a delightful and delectable way to celebrate Shark Week.
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Chocolate Gravy
August 8, 2012
I know, the first thing that comes to your mind after hearing the word gravy is the delectable sauce placed over potatoes and steak. However, there's another way to enjoy it, chocolate-style.
Chocolate gravy is a dessert sauce that you can use on biscuits, ice cream, and cakes, among others. It's a surefire way to satisfy your sweet tooth cravings. For a more elegant touch, put it in a gravy boat when serving.
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Black & White Cheesecake
August 1, 2012
Did you know that National Cheesecake Day is an unofficial holiday that takes place annually every 30th of July?
Such tradition, which is actually part of a large tradition of an array of food holidays, is not authorized by any presidents. Also, it sadly doesn't possess any congressional records to back its claim up.
However, we know all too well that thousands, or perhaps millions, of individuals from across the country have their own reasons to celebrate this delectable holiday anyway.
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Cognac Truffles
July 25, 2012
Cognac truffles are pretty easy to prepare, but they typically require a stretch of your precious time. However, every second will be totally worth it. Follow the directions so as to visualize each step of the process before you even begin, and you're bound to have a successful and astounding result.
This recipe is perfect for the home cook. These cognac truffles could be conveniently whipped up in your home kitchen, but when done right, they could look and taste like they were made by the finest chocolatier.
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Cheese & Chocolate Tunnel Cake
July 18, 2012
I've always been intrigued with the idea of chocolate and cheese pairing. And actually, I'm a huge fan of it. A lot of people out there claim that it's much harder to get right than, say, pairing cheese with fruit, and a lot of time it turns out to be plain nasty. However, when you do get it right, it can be sensational. It happens to be a scrumptious way to end a long day, or just when you feel like having two of the greatest foods humans ever created.
Chocolate and cheese are two uber rich foods, and it follows that a little can go a long way. Try this recipe and savor all the goodness in this pairing.
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