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Pistachio Pinwheels

These pistachio cookies were on my to-bake list for simply too long for 2 reasons. The first was that I had never baked with pistachios and I was eager to incorporate them in my repertoire. Second, this recipe is no ordinary one; it is the brainchild of Claire Saffitz (baker extraordinaire). Naturally, when I craved something buttery, nutty and crunchy I decided to bake these cookies. These cookies are both, extremely elegant (so much so that it looks as if the process was painstaking) and delectable because of the copious amounts of nuts and butter. These are not to sweet and have a slight saltiness to them because of the almonds that make them perfect to have in the evening or as a snack. EQUIPMENT: Food Processor 2-3 large mixing bowls Spatula Whisk Rimmed baking sheet, lined with parchment Parchment Paper, cut into 2 rectangles of 12x8" plus extra PISTACHIO PINWHEELS Total Time: 18-20 minutes of baking Author: Claire Saffitz Serving: approximately 30 cookies Ingredients: 2/3 ...

2023 WRAP (baked)

BEST OF BEST IN 2023 And with that....2023 season comes to an end..... Sounds common? Just to awaken your memory, this is the trending audio right now on IG, and with this comes tonnes and tonnes of reels of people dumping their entire year. Pictures, videos and so many cheesy captions along with the cringiest songs...all to mark the end of another iconic year. Iconic? Why so, you may ask? This wasn't the year of the pandemic, nor was it of our comeback after the pandemic...so much it wasn't, yet so much and so more it was. For me, this year was about Homecoming. It was the home...

Decadent, Gooey Chocolate Fondant

Imagine the best brownie, only with extra decadence and richness; with no added difficulty! This chocolate fondant is sure to leave your taste buds tingling. What is a chocolate fondant? Chocolate fondant is a small cake, fit for one person that is left semi-liquid in the middle. It is commonly called a Choco Lava cake and is reminiscent of Domino's selling them in India. Fondant comes from the French word "fondre" meaning "to melt". Important Tips? 1. Make sure your ramekins are well greased with fat (preferably, butter) and add an extra layer of surety dust with some cocoa powder for a easier release later. 2. Melt the chocolate over a bain-marie or simply put a bowl over a pot of heating water. Make sure the bowl is not touching the water or else the chocolate will seize (yes, chocolate has a heart too!). 3. Make sure all your ingredients are room temperature i.e. the ambient temperature in your house. This will ensure easier mixing and give you the best res...