Hmmm… what a weird combination for a tart, one might be inclined to think. This tart was inspired by two events. One, was when Nadja of Cause Baking Makes Happy posted a lovely grape, ricotta and thyme tart recipe. We go through grapes here like they are soon going to be extinct or something. Then…
Mysore Pak: An Utterly Delicious Indian Sweet Treat
I am doing a complete turn-around from my usual oh-so-easy-yet-yummy dessert posts today. Indian sweet treats are a test of patience, endurance and experience. Mind you, that does not mean we cannot make them at home ourselves. With a little practice and attention to detail, it can be done! We take everyday ingredients (like lentils,…
Simply The Best Chocolate Cake
There is a certain kind of craving that can only be satisfied by a rich chocolate dessert. There is something in that dark product from cacao beans that is scientifically known to induce a state of happiness in man. I read in one of Good Housekeeping’s dessert books that unsweetened cocoa powder is the best…
Banana Carrot Cake With Streusel Topping & Powdered Sugar Glaze
One can never have enough recipes that help use up over-ripe bananas. Unless you are into eating over-ripe bananas (yuck for me). You could use it in an ice cream shake or milkshake or the ubiquitous banana bread. I have posted a lovely version that uses peanut butter. I am a safe baker. Which means…
Delicious Healthier Oatmeal Cookies
Christmas is just two months away. Hold on, I didn’t mean to alarm you…. yet! The stores here have been stocking Christmas stuff ever since the beginning of September. I actually did not intend this to be a Christmas post. I set about making a batch of (healthier) oatmeal cookies and ended up thinking of…
Easy Dessert – Mango Pudding: Two Ways
Luscious, sweet and creamy mango pudding made with juicy ripe mangoes is a favorite summer treat. Even better when the recipe is eggless and can be made with just a few pantry essentials. Here are two ways to make Mango Pudding. Note: Post updated – May 2016. Sweet, luscious, juicy mangoes. Who doesn’t love them?…
Race Car Themed Birthday Cake & Cake Stand
Boy turned 4 recently. Okay, let me stop right there and take a deep breath… Where on earth does the time go?!! Four is such a fabulous age. I call him my ‘little big’ boy now! Like any four-year old boy, he loves cars. And when I say loves, I really mean it. It is…
Easy Dessert – Beetroot Halva (Indian Pudding-Like Dessert)
A family favorite, this unique and delicious halwa is made with juicy red beets. It is an exceptional gluten-free Indian dessert that can also be made vegan-friendly. Note (Mar 17th, 2017): This blog post was originally published in Sep 2013, which I have now updated with new pictures and a new recipe card. This is a…
Easy Dessert – Layered Jello (Jelly) Pudding For A Little Celebration
It’s time for a little celebration. Guess what? This is my 100th post, folks! I started this blog on 31st January this year. When I wrote my first post, I never thought I would have a 100 topics to blog about. But here I am, 7 months later. A big shout out to all my readers! Couldn’t…
Ricotta Cheese Cupcakes With Ricotta Cheese Buttercream Frosting And Candied Orange Peel Garnish
Phew, that is a long blog title! Anyway, let me tell you how it came to be. I’ve been collecting cake recipes to try out for our fifth wedding anniversary (already!) this week. I had originally intended to make this buttercream frosting petal cake. I made a tricolor petal cake for Independence Day as a trial run….
Tricolor Petal Cake
August 15th marks the 67th Independence Day of the Republic of India. It is a day of great joy and pride to Indians all over the world. I decided to make a tricolor dessert for a little celebration at home. The Indian flag colors are saffron (a shade of orange), white and green, with a blue wheel…
Easy Dessert – Apple Crumble With Pudding
I love apples. They are my favorite fruit hands down. I like them as a simple fruit snack or with a little pat of peanut butter (You’ve never tried it, you say? Well you should!). Sometimes I make a simple apple crumble (or crisp, as it is known in some places) which is usually a fall treat,…
