chocolate recipes
Chocolate Pecan Pie
November 2, 2011
Wow, it's November already. As we're beginning the approach on the upcoming holiday season it's time to start thinking about great holiday recipes to share with guests.
Pecan pie is one of those desserts that is popularly served at Thanksgiving and Christmas meals. It is also considered a specialty of Southern U.S. cuisine.
Pecan pie is typically made of corn syrup and pecan nuts, but you're on my website and that means you expect chocolate. So here's a chocolate pecan pie recipe for you to enjoy. And, this one is quite simple to make.
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Chocolate-Covered Cherries
October 26, 2011
Chocolate covered cherries have been around for quite a stretch of time already, its origins can be traced back to the 19th century when the recipe was invented by some candy making companies. Many people have it as their favorite, not only because of the pleasure it gives to the palate, but also because of its many nutritional benefits.
Cherries are known for their important nutrients such as beta carotene (19 times more than blueberries or strawberries), magnesium, potassium, fiber, folate, iron and vitamin C. New studies have revealed that a cherry-enriched diet can lower cholesterol, total weight and body fat, especially along the midsection or more commonly known as ‘belly fat’.
The festive seasons are just around the corner and one of the best ways of showing your affection to your loved ones is through gifts. Give these treats and see the joy on their faces.
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Chocolate Chip Muffins
October 19, 2011
A muffin is a type of bread baked in small portions. Many forms are rather like mini cakes or cupcakes in shape, although they are often not as sweet as cupcakes and normally lack frosting. Its name was derived from the French word moufflet which generally applies to bread and means soft.
Muffin recipes originally materialized in print by mid 18th century and quickly stepped forward. By the 19th century muffin, as a marketing strategy, men walked the streets of England at tea time. They wore trays of muffins on their heads and rang their bells to attract customers.
As a matter of fact, three states in the United States of America have embraced their own official muffins. Minnesota, Massachusetts, and New York, have adopted the blueberry muffin, corn muffin, and the apple muffin as their official muffin of choice, respectively.
Enough with feeding the brain? Then go feed your tummy.
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Chocolate Fudge
October 12, 2011
Whenever we hear the word "fudge", the soft chocolate squares we all love suddenly come into mind.
Chocolate fudge was reputably invented by an American confectioner in Baltimore, Maryland who mixed soft chocolate with caramel by accident and the rest, as they say, is history. Some people beg to disagree though as they strongly believe that fudge was a British invention. According to them, there are some variations of fudge found in the British midlands and Scotland. Nevertheless, even the best of the best British confectioners admit that chocolate fudge is indeed an American invention.
Fudge can be used both as a main or auxiliary ingredient in certain confections such as fudge-filled candies, fudge-filled cakes as well as cakes made with fudge, among so many other mouthwatering desserts.
Whether you are a chocoholic or simply enjoy chocolate, chocolate fudge can surely make for a good chocolaty treat.
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Very Chocolate Pudding
October 5, 2011
Food has a way of tasting more enjoyable when you know you have poured your heart into making it, most especially when it’s your favorite food.
The fascinating taste of chocolate pudding is considered a staple food of many people. Even when it usually contains high amounts of sugar and calories, a lot of people just can’t stay away from it. It is a necessary evil for many.
Chocolate pudding traces back its origins to chocolate custard. It was initially considered a food item suited for children with weak physical disposition because of the high calorie content, which in turn provides more energy. But it eventually became an item listed in the dessert menu of eateries.
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Chocolate Pancakes
September 28, 2011
Pancakes are one of the most popular breakfast items ever created. Some people can’t get enough of them at breakfast so they have them even at dinner! But much of the time, we have a tendency to have them as snacks.
Pancakes are so mouth-watering all their own it’s hard to imagine you can jazz up its delicious taste. However, variety adds spice to life so if you ever get bored with the same old pancakes you are used to, there is an array of choices to enhance them. Squeeze out your creative juices when making them and you are bound to have interesting and new pancake recipes, be it zucchini pancakes, carrot pancakes, and yes, chocolate pancakes!
Most people typically have pancakes with just butter and syrup, but there are varieties of syrup you can choose from. Chocolate syrup, for one, can make your pancakes lip-smacking good! You can drizzle chocolate syrup or you can sprinkle chocolate shavings. Better yet, incorporate the chocolate into the batter! Here is a recipe.
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White Chocolate Pretzels
September 21, 2011
White chocolate covered pretzels are nearly compulsory for the holidays, but they're just as good to have just because.
Did you know that the original version of the pretzel was a strip of dough, given to children as a reward for memorizing parts of the Bible? It was then called "pretiola" which is Latin for "reward." It rapidly became popular and was prepared in other parts of Europe such as Germany, the country that coined the term "bretzel" which eventually changed into "‘pretzel."
The crunch of the pretzel coupled with the sumptuousness of the chocolate covering never fails to leave people asking for more! You can either immediately bite while enjoying chocolate covered pretzels or let the chocolate melt in your mouth first before enjoying the pretzel.
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Chocolate Covered Potato Chips
September 14, 2011
The temptation of chocolate-covered anything is indeed hard to resist. And almost anything can be covered in chocolate nowadays so people keep finding out more and more attention-grabbing and out of the ordinary combinations of chocolates and certain food.
I even heard someone jokingly saying, and I am paraphrasing, “I will eat anything covered in chocolate. You can cover a tennis shoe in chocolate and I’d still eat it.” Yes, you read right. Chocolate can certainly get the best out of us sometimes! Haha
Potato chips are one of the most popular and craved snacks enjoyed by many individuals worldwide. It is reportedly one of the most consumed food items next to rice. It is typically sliced thinly and deep fried in oil to come up with crispy potatoes that’s why it is also known as “crisps”.
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Chocolate Fondue
September 7, 2011
If you are looking to entertain people at a party or any gathering, you need not crack some jokes or break dance in front of a crowd.
Nowadays, chocolate fondues are all the rage, even spicing up an otherwise boring party. Most people swear by chocolates, and what better way to serve it than have it smeared all over other yummy food.
Fondues make a great dip for fruits, shortbread cookies, marshmallows, and even salty snacks such as pretzels. There are endless options for what to dunk into this amusing, warm chocolate sauce. For parties with adult guests, you can even add a splash of a fruit flavored liqueur for that extra kick.
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Chocolate Bananas
August 31, 2011
When you deprive yourself of something you totally love, you are on the road to a major downfall. Case in point: chocolates. So it is best you think of ways to gratify your yearning when your sweet tooth kicks in.
A banana per se makes for a good dessert as it is sweet by nature. It is also an excellent choice for those who put a premium on their health. A banana alone, though, can get pretty boring.
Stay on track with eating wisely while making it a point to satisfy your sweet-tooth craving. It may sound contradictory, but as with almost all things, keeping it in proportion is key.
Bananas are well-known for their naturally sweet taste, their high content of potassium, fiber and other vitamins such as C and A.
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