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happy holidays riders!

here is another yummy baking goods for you! try this easy cookie recipe and enjoy with a cup of coffee or tea! please don't forget to share! :) i hope everyone is staying safe and covid free!

ingredients:

• 1 cup (2 sticks softened butter)
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 3/4 cups flour
• 1 tsp salt
• 3 tsp baking powder
• 2 cups of any chocolate chips you prefer

directions:

1. pre heat the oven to 375F
2. cream the softened butter into a mixing bowl, then add the granulated sugar and brown sugar, then mix together
3. add the egg and vanilla extract and combine. then set aside
4. into a different mixing bowl combine the dry ingredients (flour, salt and baking powder).
5. then sift the dry ingredients unto the batter and combine. you can use a hand mixer if you prefer
6. once mixed all together, add the chocolate chips and combine
7. take at least 2 tbsp of the batter and shape into a small ball
8. then move the cookie balls into a prepared baking pan lined with parchment paper
9. bake for 11 to 12 minutes
10. and enjoy!

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xo, s

welcome! you are here! try this chocolate babka recipe and if you end up loving it, please don't forget to share! this recipe will make 2 loaves of chocolate babka! enjoy!

ingredients:

• 3/4 cup warm milk (110f-115f)
• 1 tbsp sugar
• 3 tsp active dry yeast
• 3 1/2 cups all purpose flour
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1 tsp salt
• 3 eggs
• 10 tbsp butter (softened)
• 120 grams dark chocolate
• 8 tbsp butter (softened)
• 1/2 cup powdered sugar
• 1/4 cup sifted flour
• 1/2 cup sugar(for making syrup)
• 1/4 cup water (for making syrup)

directions:

1. into a mixing bowl, add warm milk and sugar together. stir
2. add the yeast stir and let the yeast rise for 8 to 11 minutes
3. into a different bowl, combine the dry ingredients, {flour, salt, sugar}. combine and move into a stand mixer
4. add the eggs
5. once the yeast is ready, add in into the stand mixer with the dry ingredients and eggs. start kneading until combine
6. scrape the sides when you need to, this will be a little sticky and that's okay
7. add the butter and continue kneading the dough
8. move the dough into a floured surface {dough should be a little sticky}
9. continue kneading and add flour a tbsp at a time
10. move into an oiled bowl, cover with damp towel and let the dough rise for at least 2 hours or until doubled in size
11. while the dough is rising prepare the filling. add the chocolate into  a microwavable bowl, and microwave the chocolate on high stirring every 30 seconds and melted and blended
12. add the softened butter, the sugar and sifted flour and combine. set aside
13. when the dough is ready, deflate the dough and move the dough into a floured area
14. cut the dough into half, then flattened the dough into a rectangular shape
15. spread the chocolate filling leaving an inch space around the edges
16. then roll the dough into a log, press each sides towards the center to shorten the log a little
17. using a sharp knife or a scissors, cut the log into half lengthwise
18. pinch both ends of the log together and start placing log over the other to create a braided dough
19. spray the loaf baking pan with an oil, spread some flour
20. move the braided dough into the baking pan
21. cover the dough and let it rest for another 30 to 40 minutes
22. bake to 375f for 25 to 30 minutes or until the toothpick inserted comes out clean
23. while the dough is in the oven
24. to make the syrup, simply combine hot water and the sugar. stir
25. after the bread is done, brush with the syrup while its hot
26. and enjoy!

xo,

sai

ube flavor has becomes huge part of the filipino baking culture, i have made spanish bread of course, but today we will add a twist to it, let's make an ube spanish bread. :) things to note, make sure you use ube flavor and not ube extract.

ingredients:

for the dough

• 1 cup lukewarm milk (about 110-115f)
• 1 tbsp granulated sugar
• 2 1/2 tsp instant dry yeast
• 3 cups all purpose flour (more for dusting)
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/4 cup melted butter
• 1 egg
• 1 tsp ube flavor (make sure it is ube FLAVOR and not ube EXTRACT, they are two completely different)
• bread crumbs

for the filling

• 4 tbsp butter
• 4 pcs crushed graham crackers
• 1/4 cup milk
• 1/4 cup flour
• 1/2 cup sugar

directions:

1. into your lukewarm milk, add 1 tbsp sugar and stir
2. then add the yeast and stir. set aside. let the yeast rise for at least 8 to 11 minutes
3. into a mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar and salt
4. add the melted butter, the yeast mixture (make sure the yeast has risen), the egg and mix all together
5. add 1 tsp ube flavor and continue kneading the dough until smooth. if the dough is sticky add flour a tbsp at a time, if the dough is hard add water a tbsp at a time
6. shape the dough into a ball. place in an oiled bowl
7. cover with plastic wrap and let the dough rise for about 1.5 to 2 hours or until the dough doubled in size
8. while the dough is rising, cook the filling
9. heat the pan then add the butter
10. add the graham crackers and the milk and stir
11. add the flour and sugar and continue mixing until it turns into pasty consistency
12. turn the heat off and let the filling rest
13. once the dough is ready, deflate the dough and move into a floured surface
14. divide the dough into 4 equal portions
15. roll the dough into a log and cut into equal parts, i was able to make 16 pcs, you can make the bread larger size if you want to
16. flatten the dough and then spread filling in the middle leaving spaces on the sides
17. roll the dough and repeat the process until you finish
18. roll the bread into a plate of bread crumbs
19. place the bread into a lined parchment paper baking pan
20. cover the bread and let the bread rest for another 30 minutes
21. set the oven temperature to 350f
22. and bake the bread for 18 to 20 minutes
23. and enjoy!

like any other bread, this one is also good to dip in the coffee! yum!

good luck and please don't forget to shar, and let me know if you end up making this bread! see you next time!

xo,s

hello riders! welcome!

brioche and cookie dough in one yummy bread? this is what we are going to make today. the first time i've tried this bread was when i had a stop over in narita airport in japan. since then, i started looking the recipes online so i can make it on my own. quite few things to note is that, if you don't mix enough your dough, there will be a tendency the bread would be really dense, and that's not how it's supposed to be, so be very careful playing with the dough. :)

there are so many recipes you can find online, but i would really appreciate if you try mine. :)

ingredients:

for the cookie dough

• 1/2 cup softened butter
• 3/4 cup powdered sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 2 1/2 cup all purpose flour
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

for the bread dough

• 1 cup warm milk (110-115F)
• 1 tbsp sugar (for the milk mixture)
• 2 tsp instant dry yeast
• 3 cups all purpose flour
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 1/2 cup softened butter
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 large egg
• powdered sugar to sprinkle the top

directions:

1. first, mix the cookie dough. add the softened butter into the bowl and cream until smooth
2. add the powdered sugar and combine
3. add the egg and mix
4. add the baking powder, mix
5. add all purpose flour and combine (sift the flour it will make a difference)
6. then add the vanilla extract, combine
7. move the cookie dough into the plastic wrap, wrap the cookie dough and refrigerate
8. for the bread dough. add the warm milk into a bowl, add the sugar and yeast and stir, let the yeast rise for at least 8 to 11 minutes
9. into a different mixing bowl, add the flour, sugar, softened butter, salt, egg and the yeast mixture and combine
10. move the dough into a clean area and begin kneading the dough until smooth
11. shape the dough into a ball and move into an oiled mixing bowl
12. then let the dough rise until doubled in size, depending on the humidity, it could take up to 1.5 to 2 hours until the dough is ready
13. once the dough is ready, deflate the dough and move into a clean area
14. shape into a ball and divide the dough into 12 pieces
15. shape the dough into a ball and cover again to let it rise for another 20 minutes
16. meanwhile, take your cookie dough out of the fridge, and divide the cookie dough into 12 pieces
17. flatten the cookie dough into a round shape
18. at this point your bread dough should be ready
19. take the bread dough, and place the round shape flattened cookie dough on top of the bread dough
20. press the bottom carefully to seal
21. then gently score the dough into a crisscross pattern
22. once done, cover the bread and let the bread rest for another 20 minutes
23. set the oven temperature to 350F
24. bake the bread for 20 to 22 minutes rotating halfway through
25. and you are done!

enjoy this bread with a coffee!

xo,s

some useful tips:

if the dough is too sticky, add flour a tbsp at a time

if the dough is too hard, add few drops of water at a time

if the bread is too dense, you didn't knead the dough enough

*good luck*

streusel toppings banana bread is very easy to master! everyone loved it, even my dogs! :D no seriously, this bread is super yummy! so GOOD LUCK!

ingredients:

for the streusel

• 4 tbsp butter (softened)
• 1/4 tsp nutmeg
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 3 tbsp all purpose flour

for the batter

• 3 ripe banana
• 3 eggs
• 1/4 cup milk
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil
• 1 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 2 cups flour
• 1 tbsp baking powder
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup sour cream

directions: { video here: https://youtu.be/EOtib3Qwko8 }

1. pre heat the oven to 350F (175c)
2. prepare your baking pan, oiled the bottom of the pan, i suggest using a loaf pan otherwise any pan should work
3. into a bowl, combine the butter, nutmeg, brown sugar and flour. mix together until crumbled. set aside
4. into a different bowl, mashed the banana
5. then add the eggs into the mashed banana and mix
6. add the milk and mix
7. add the vegetable oil and mix
8. add the flour, baking powder, vanilla extract and sour cream and combine
9. pour the batter into prepared pan.
10. bake for 40 to 45 minutes or until the toothpick inserted into the bread comes out clean
11. enjoy!

i hope you guys are having a great day and please be very care always because the world is not going to be the same without you! i love you guys and i will see you in my next blog post!

xo,s

my go to when i'm cooking or baking is that it has to be quick, simple and delicious! as much as i love spending most of my time in my kitchen, i also don't like to be doing the same thing for a long time. so when it comes to recipes, i like it uncomplicated and easy to follow.

this chocolate cake recipe is probably one of the most delicious i have ever made. i didn't go with the traditional chocolate cake with chocolate frosting, instead i made a chocolate cake with cream cheese frosting. i know there are plenty of recipes, and claims to who has the most delicious chocolate cake ever, but i really think you should give this a try and see what you think!

so, GOOD LUCK!

ingredients:

for the cake

• 1 3/4 cups all purpose flour
• 2 cups sugar
• 3/4 cup dark cocoa powder / unsweetened cocoa powder
• 2 tsp baking soda
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 1 cup freshly brewed coffee
• 2 eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 cup plain yogurt

for the frosting

• 1 stick / 1/2 cup butter (softened at room temperature)
• 1 block / 12oz crea cheese ( at room temperature)
• 3 cups powdered sugar
• 1 packet instant coffee
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

directions:

1. pre heat the oven to 350F (175C)
2. butter the 8" round cake pan
3. into a mixing bowl, using a strainer, sift the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt and mix well
4. then add the oil, the eggs, freshly brewed coffee and vanilla extract. mix well using a hand mixer over medium speed
5. add the cocoa powder and combine
6. add the yogurt and mix well until well combined. about 4 minutes
7. pour the cake mixture into the pan, lightly tap the bottom of the pan into the counter
8. bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until toothpick inserted comes out clean
9. while the cake is baking, make the frosting.
10. add the butter, cream cheese, powdered sugar, instant coffee powder and vanilla extract. Combine until fluffy and creamy.
11. make sure to cool down the cake completely before adding the frosting
12. once the cake cooled down add the frosting
13. and enjoy!

if you end up trying this recipe, let me know what you think! until next time!

xo,s

this homemade one pot mac and cheese is one of my husband's favorite dish. he would always brag about how his mom's mac and cheese is the best mac and cheese ever, and that's because she uses really high quality ingredients and she is just great at cooking overall! (i heard she made a clam chowder the other day and i was super jealous, her clam chowder is the best i've ever had) since i cannot top mudra's mac and cheese, i decided to try some mac and cheese recipe that my husband can still enjoy while away from home.

this is just my way of making the mac and cheese, you may like it or may not like it, but i will suggest to give it a try!

this stove top mac and cheese is super easy to make so let's dive in! GOOD LUCK!

ingredients:

• 1 box elbow macaroni pasta 16oz
• water (for the pasta)
• 2 tbsp salt
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 lb sharp cheddar cheese
• 1/2 lb jack cheese
• 1 rotel tomatoes (diced tomatoes and green chillies)
• 6 tbsp butter
• 2 cups whole milk
• 2 tbsp mustard
• salt and pepper to taste
• 2 tbsp cornstarch
• 1/4 cup water
• 1/4 cup parmesan cheese

directions:

1. cook the pasta according to the instructions (you can find the instructions in the back of the pasta box) i'm using an elbow pasta
2. while the pasta is cooking, prepare the cheese. i'm using sharp cheddar cheese and jack cheese. grinding your own cheese is also the best way to do it. pre shredded cheese usually added with some starch in it to avoid the clumping
3. once your pasta is done. drain the pasta
4. add butter into a low heat pot or pan. once the butter is fully melted, add the milk. stir
5. add the mustard. stir
6. salt and pepper. stir
7. then the cheese (leave some cheese, about 1/2 cup for the last part) and the pasta and rotel tomatoes. mix together
8. add the cornstarch. stir
9. then add the rest of the cheese. stir
10. it may look a little watery but that is okay. turn the heat off, cover the pot and let the pot of mac and cheese sit on top of the stove for about 5 to 10 minutes.
11. then serve and enjoy!

there you have it. a simple and delicious, super cheesy and creamy macaroni and cheese!

xoxo, s

this bread loaf is super simple to make, it requires basic ingredients and it's soft, delicious with a touch of sweetness. although it is a lot easier to just buy a white bread loaf at the grocery stores, it is also satisfying to just make on your own. not only you know the quality of ingredients you use, it also leaves a good smell on your whole house and it doesn't have preservatives.

you can make a peanut butter and jelly with this bread, or add some butter, or dip into your coffee, or simply eat it alone. it's super yummy! so GOOD LUCK!

ingredients:

• 1 cup milk (room temperature)
• 2 1/2 teaspoon instant dry yeast
• 1 egg
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 1/4cup butter (room temperature)
• 3 1/3 cups all purpose flour

directions:

1. in a mixing bowl, combine all ingredients
2. knead using a stand mixer, you can knead this dough using your hand however it might be too sticky. you do not want to add more flour for this recipe
3. transfer the dough into an oiled bowl, and cover
4. let the dough rise until doubled in size about 1 1/2 hour
5. punch the dough and cut in half
6. roll the dough into a log and cut, make about 8 pieces
7. roll the dough into a ball and transfer into a prepared oiled baking dish
8. cover the dough and let the dough rise for another 30 minutes
9. pre heat the oven to 350F
10. brush the dough with egg wash
11. bake for 20 minutes
12. and enjoy!

happy baking!

xo, sai

tips:

1. make sure all the ingredients are in room temperature
2. to lessen your dough time rising, pre heat your oven to the lowest temperature, turn it off. cover your newly knead dough with a damp towel and put it inside the oven. usually with this process, my dough is ready in just 30 minutes
3. if you have any questions please feel free to drop it in the comments :)

husband said this recipe is one of his favorites~ i have baked a banana muffins, banana bread and banana cake, so i thought i should try banana cupcakes. i don't have much in my pantry but i have a banana that is going bad soon, and before that happens, i needed it to rescue. although, it didn't look as good as the muffins i have baked, it is so delicious and super moist! i also added a cream cheese frosting since that what i have on hand. :) so GOOD LUCK!

ingredients:

for the batter

• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar (white sugar)
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 eggs
• 2 ripe bananas
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 6 tablespoon butter (room temperature)
• 3/4 cup sour cream
• 3/4 cup milk
• 1/4 tsp salt

for the frostings

• 1 block cream cheese (room temperature)
• 1/2 cup butter 8 tbsp (room temperature)
• 3 cups powdered sugar
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

directions:

1. pre heat the oven to 350F
2. in a mixing bowl, add the brown sugar, granulated sugar and eggs. beat until fluffy
3. add the milk, butter, sour cream and vanilla extract. combine
4. add the flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt. combine
5. add the mashed banana into the batter and combine. please do not over mixed
6. pour the batter into a cupcake baking pan, about 3/4 full
7. bake to preheated oven fro 20-22 minutes
8. let the cupcake cool down completely before adding the frosting

to make the frosting:

1. add the butter and cream cheese into a mixing bowl. combine
2. add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract and combine well

to frost the cupcake:

• simply add the cream cheese frosting on top of the cupcake and enjoy~

some tips:

1. make sure all the ingredients you are using such as eggs, cream cheese, butter is at room temperature, or else it wont be as easy to mix.
2. make sure you smash the banana into really fine pieces, so it wont leave a chunky bites on your cupcakes
3. it is also important that your banana is super ripe. banana flavor can be a replacement
4. bake at no more than 22 minutes, it will be a little jiggly so wait for the cupcakes to cool down
5. do not apply the frostings if the cupcakes are not completely cooled down, your frostings will melt

nutella is probably one of the ingredients i used quite often in my cooking blog. there's just so much delicious recipes you can make nutella with. if you remember a couple of months ago, i made a nutella brownies (check it here: https://youtu.be/g-YOAqaZb68  ) that all my friends and family love! and today, i decided to make a nutella bread. this one is probably one of my favorite bread that i have made, it is more like a pastry than a bread, it is flaky yet soft and just over all so good! so GOODLUCK!

ingredients:

• 2 3/4 cup flour (all purpose)
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 1/2 stick butter (4 tablespoon)
• 1 egg
• 1 packet instant dry yeast
• 3/4 cup warm milk (about 110F)
• NUTELLA

directions:

1. add 1 tbsp sugar, milk and yeast into a jar and mix, let the yeast mixture rise for about 8-10 minutes
2. then in a different bowl, add all dry ingredients, flour, sugar and salt. combine
3. once the yeast mixture has risen, combine the dry and wet ingredients (flour mixture and yeast mixture)
4. then add the egg and the butter, then start kneading the dough until smooth
5. shape the dough into a ball and cover with kitchen towel, let the dough rise until doubled in size. about 1 to 2 hours
6. flatten the dough into a rectangle shape
7. then spread the nutella all over the flattened dough leaving an inch around the edges
8. roll the dough into a log
9. slice the dough into long way leaving the top connected
10. braid the dough by placing a piece of dough over the other
11. pinch both ends to secure
12. place the dough into a prepared baking pan and let the dough rest for another 30 minutes
13. pre heat the over to 350F
14. then bake the dough for 20 to 22 minutes or until the top of the bread turned golden brown
15. dust with powdered sugar
16. and ENJOY!

there you go! the other way to enjoy your nutella! :) i hope you enjoy this recipe! and i will talk to you soon!

xo,

sai

sai's tip for baking a nutella bread:

1. please make sure your milk is lukewarm, not hot! many times people asked me why their dough is not rising? well, maybe because your yeast is dead! :P so please make sure it is in the right temperature! :D
2. i highly recommend using a stand mixer when kneading the dough, this dough needs to knead until it's smooth- the smoothest your dough, the better consistency you get for this recipe.
3. if your nutella is hard to spread, microwave the nutella for 30 seconds
4. enjoy! :)

if you have anymore questions, please let me know! be safe everyone! <3