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Crab Cakes with Buttermilk Ranch Dressing
Ingredients:Crab cakes:1/4 cup chopped fresh chives1 tablespoon canola mayonnaise1 teaspoon grated lemon rind1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper1 large egg, lightly beaten2/3 cup panko (Japanese breadcrumbs)1 pound lump crabmeat, shell pieces removed3 tablespoons canola oil, dividedDressing:1/3 cup whole buttermilk1 tablespoon canola mayonnaise1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper1…
Mediterranean Tuna Cakes with Citrus Mayonnaise
Ingredients:Mayonnaise:2 tablespoons fat-free mayonnaise1 tablespoon fat-free milk1/2 teaspoon grated lime rind1 tablespoon fresh lime juice1/8 teaspoon ground cuminTuna cakes:3/4 pound tuna steaks, finely chopped3/4 cup finely chopped red bell pepper1 tablespoon chopped fresh or 1 teaspoon dried mint1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro1 tablespoon dry breadcrumbs1 tablespoon finely chopped onion1 tablespoon fat-free mayonnaise1 teaspoon lemon juice1/8…
Spicy Chocolate Cakes
Ingredients:2 cups sifted cake flour2 tsp. baking powder1 tsp. ground cinnamon1/4 tsp. ground cloves1/4 tsp. freshly ground pepper1/4 tsp. salt2/3 cup unsweetened Dutch-process cocoa powder16 Tbs. (2 sticks) unsalted butter1 3/4 cups granulated sugar2 eggs1 tsp. vanilla extract3/4 cup milkConfectioners’ sugar for dusting
Mini Cassata Cakes
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Individual Plum Pound Cakes
Caramelized fresh plums transform ordinary pound cake mix into a gourmet affair. Advertisement – Continue Reading Below Cal/Serv: 210 Yields: 12 Prep Time: 0 hours 15 mins Cook Time: 0 hours 30 mins Total Time: 0 hours 45 mins 12 jumbo foil muffin-cup liners (2- to 2 1/4-inch-diameter base) 1 package pound cake mix 3/4…
Swirl Brownies
When peanut butter is added to the equation, a box of brownie mix becomes a decadent, can’t-miss dessert option. Advertisement – Continue Reading Below 1 box brownie mix 1/2 c. peanut butter 1/4 c. confectioners’ sugar 1 1/2 tbsp. melted butter 1 large egg Prepare brownie mix as label directs for 9″ by 9″ pan.…
Mocha Fudge Brownies
Ingredients:1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, cut into pieces, plus more for baking sheets8 ounces best-quality bittersweet chocolate, coarsely chopped1 teaspoon instant espresso powder4 large eggs, room temperature1 cup granulated sugar1 cup firmly packed dark-brown sugar2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract3/4 teaspoon fine sea salt1 cup all-purpose flour, siftedGanache for mocha fudge browniesInstructions:1. Preheat oven to…
Toffee Brownies
Ingredients:1 (17.6-ounce) package brownie mix with walnutsVegetable oil cooking spray3 (6-ounce) candy bars with almonds and toffee chips (recommended: Symphony brand)
Sneaky Brownies
These rich brownies are healthier than you think! Sneaking a serving of beets in the batter keeps them sweet and moist. Advertisement – Continue Reading Below 1 package red beets 1/4 c. canola oil 2 large eggs 1 box fudgy brownie mix 1 c. chocolate chips Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Grease 13- by…
Best Ever Brownies
click here to Pin this recipe If you’re new to my blog, hidey-ho and welcome! I’d like to take this moment to let you know that I’m not a ten year old. I do know how to bake brownies from scratch, I swear. But I am a real person (yes, I’m real) and I work…
Peanut Butter Espresso Brownies
Ingredients:Nonstick vegetable oil spray1/3 cup vegetable oil1 large egg2 tablespoons espresso powderOne 17.6-ounce box brownie mix, such as Duncan Hines3/4 cup peanut butter chips1/4 teaspoon coarse flake salt
Coconut Cookies
Active time: 35 min Start to finish: 5 hrIngredients:2 cups sweetened flaked coconutIngredients for basic butter cookies1/4 teaspoon almond extractGarnish: sweetened flaked coconut and coarse sugarInstructions:Pulse coconut in a food processor until finely ground.Follow recipe for basic butter cookies, mixing in coconut and almond extract after adding flour. (To roll cookies into balls, see cooks’…
Chocolate Cookies
Active time: 40 min Start to finish: 5 1/4 hrIngredients:Ingredients for basic butter cookies1/2 cup Dutch-process unsweetened cocoa powder1/2 teaspoon baking soda10 1/2 oz fine-quality bittersweet chocolate (not unsweetened), melted and cooledGarnish: salted roasted pistachios, finely ground; Demerara sugarInstructions:Follow recipe for basic butter cookies, mixing in cocoa, baking soda, and melted chocolate after adding flour…
Cookies-and-Cream Bark
Ingredients:Vegetable oil cooking spray1 pound white chocolate, chopped1 1/3 cups coarsely chopped store-bought chocolate wafer cookies (about 15)Instructions:1. Coat a 9-by-12 1/2-inch rimmed baking sheet with cooking spray, and line with parchment, leaving an overhang on ends. Melt chocolate in a double boiler or a heatproof bowl set over a pan of simmering water, stirring.2.…
Basic Vanilla Cookie Dough
Ingredients:3 cups all-purpose flour3/4 teaspoon baking powder (omit if making thumbprints, ball cookies, or spritz cookies)1/2 teaspoon salt2 sticks unsalted butter1 cup sugar1 large egg2 teaspoons pure vanilla extractInstructions:1. Whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt in a large bowl. Beat butter and granulated sugar with a mixer on medium-high speed until pale and fluffy.…
Caramel Pecan Cookies
Active time: 1 hr Start to finish: 4 hr (includes cooling)Ingredients:Ingredients for basic butter cookies1 1/2 cups sugar1 cup heavy cream3/4 stick (6 tablespoons) unsalted butter, cut into bits1 teaspoon vanilla1/2 teaspoon salt2 cups pecans (1/2 lb), toasted , cooled, and coarsely choppedInstructions:Grease a 13- by 9-inch metal baking pan, then line with foil, leaving…
Almond Spice Cookies
Active time: 35 min Start to finish: 5 hr (includes chilling)Ingredients:Ingredients for basic butter cookies1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg1/4 teaspoon ground cloves1/4 teaspoon ground ginger4 oz slivered almonds (1 cup)Instructions:Follow recipe for basic butter cookies and, when mixing in flour mixture, add cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and ginger, then stir in almonds.Form…
Gingerbread Cookies
Ingredients:Cookies:11.25 ounces all-purpose flour (about 2 1/2 cups)1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon baking powder1 tablespoon ground ginger1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon ground cloves1/4 teaspoon ground allspice3/4 cup butter2/3 cup granulated sugar1 large egg1/4 cup molasses1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extractIcing:3/4 cup powdered sugar2 teaspoons egg white powder1/8 teaspoon salt1 tablespoon waterAdditional ingredient:Sparkling sugar (optional)
Boston Cream Cupcakes
This classic dessert is even cuter and easier to enjoy in cupcake form. Advertisement – Continue Reading Below Cal/Serv: 402 Yields: 12 Prep Time: 0 hours 30 mins Total Time: 1 hour 30 mins 2 tbsp. cornstarch 3 tbsp. granulated sugar tsp. Kosher salt 1 1/2 c. whole milk 1 c. heavy cream 4 large…
Vanilla Cupcakes
Ingredients:1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour1 1/2 tsp. baking powder1/4 tsp. salt3/4 cup sugar6 Tbs. (3/4 stick) unsalted butter, at room temperature1 whole egg plus 1 egg white, at room temperature1 tsp. vanilla extract1/2 cup milkVanilla buttercream for frosting cupcakes (see related recipe at left)Nonpareils and colored sugars for garnish (optional)
Chocolate Cupcakes
Ingredients:2/3 cup all-purpose flour2 1/2 Tbs. unsweetened cocoa powder3/4 tsp. baking powder1/4 tsp. salt3 oz. bittersweet chocolate, chopped11 Tbs. unsalted butter, cut into pieces3/4 cup plus 2 Tbs. sugar3 eggs, at room temperature1 tsp. vanilla extractChocolate or vanilla buttercream for frosting cupcakesGrated chocolate for garnish (optional)
Easter Egg Nest Cupcakes
Ingredients:3/4 cup sweetened shredded coconut1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour1 1/4 tsp. baking powder1/4 tsp. salt1/4 cup sour cream2 Tbs. vegetable oil1/2 tsp. vanilla extract3/4 cup sugar6 Tbs. (3/4 stick) unsalted butter, at room temperature2 eggs, at room temperatureVanilla buttercream for frosting cupcakes (see related recipe at left)Easter egg candies for decorating
Peanut Butter Cookie Cupcakes
Ingredients:For the cupcakes1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour3/4 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon baking soda3/4 cup (1 1/2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened1 1/3 cups sugar2/3 cup natural, creamy peanut butter3 large eggs1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract1/2 cup sour creamFor the frosting12 ounces cream cheese, room temperature1 1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar, plus more for decorating3 tablespoons…
Red Velvet Cobweb Cupcakes
Ingredients:CUPCAKES:2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda1 teaspoon salt1 cup buttermilk2 tablespoons red liquid food coloring1 tablespoon white vinegar1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, at room temperature1 1/2 cups sugar2 large eggsFROSTING:1 8-oz. package cream cheese, at room temperature1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, at room…