peppermint Archives - falafelandcaviar.com Sun, 03 Nov 2019 10:23:02 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.5.2 Make These 20-Minute Peppermint Truffles https://falafelandcaviar.com/make-these-20-minute-peppermint-truffles/ Mon, 04 Nov 2019 12:10:46 +0000 https://falafelandcaviar.com/?p=12273 These peppermint truffles are made with only 6 ingredients and take around 20 minutes to be done. They are such a sweet treat for the whole family. Ingredients: 1 cup heavy whipping cream 2 cups total dark chocolate/white chocolate bark or dipping chocolate 16 oz chocolate chips 2-3 crushed candy canes 1/2 cup butter 1/2 […]

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]]> These peppermint truffles are made with only 6 ingredients and take around 20 minutes to be done. They are such a sweet treat for the whole family.

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 2 cups total dark chocolate/white chocolate bark or dipping chocolate
  • 16 oz chocolate chips
  • 2-3 crushed candy canes
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract

Instructions:

  • Get a pan and melt the butter. Mix in the cream and set the heat to medium-high.
  • Mix the cream constantly and once it’s about to boil take the pan away from the heat.
  • Include the peppermint extract and chocolate chips. Mix again and when combined put the pan in the fridge for a few hours.
  • Use a scoop to make the round peppermint truffles. Put them all on a lined pan and place the pan in the freezer for at least 1 hour.
  • Before you take the pan out of the freezer you can start melting the chocolate.
  • Take the truffles out of the freezer and start dipping them using a fork. Remove the extra chocolate by rolling the truffles in round motions.
  • Place them on a wax paper and cover the truffles with the crushed candy canes. You can use both white and dark chocolate and play with the decorations.

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]]> Try These Unique Ingredients in Your Next Batch of Brownies https://falafelandcaviar.com/try-these-unique-ingredients-in-your-next-batch-of-brownies/ Fri, 01 Nov 2019 12:30:13 +0000 https://falafelandcaviar.com/?p=12199 Brownies allow for endless creativity. This relatively neutral chocolate dessert can be made unique with a huge variety of additions and the possibilities are endless. Here are some out-of-the-box ingredients to try in your next batch of brownies! Blueberries Blueberries go surprisingly well with chocolate, adding a subtle tartness and a touch of fruit sweetness […]

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]]> Brownies allow for endless creativity. This relatively neutral chocolate dessert can be made unique with a huge variety of additions and the possibilities are endless.

Here are some out-of-the-box ingredients to try in your next batch of brownies!

Blueberries

Blueberries go surprisingly well with chocolate, adding a subtle tartness and a touch of fruit sweetness to brownies. This works especially well with the bitterness of dark chocolate.

View this post on Instagram

👌A Handful of Blueberries were these Brownies’ Secret to be the most DECADENT, MOIST & FUDGY Brownies I have even made😍; . 😍I just love baking with blueberries but had never thought to include them in my brownies… until now🙌; . 💁‍♀️and just FYI; The blueberries don’t really give that strong of a blueberry taste to the dessert, but rather adds more moisture for that perfect Fudgy Brownies; . 😌Now Diving straight into this Deliciousness Recipe: . 🥣Ingredients:; – 1 1/4 Cup Almond Meal; ( Raw Almonds Ground into Flour in a Food Processor); – 3 tbsps Unsweetened Cocoa Powder; – 1/2 tsp Baking Soda; – Pinch of Salt – 1/2 Cup 70 % Dark Chocolate Chips or a >70% Chocolate Bar;(100 g); – 1/3 Cup Coconut Oil; – 2 Eggs; – tsp of Vanilla Extract; – 1/2 Coconut Sugar or Brown Sugar; ( Coconut sugar is recommended but Can be Substituted with Honey or MapleSyrup and Omit the applesauce later in the recipe); – 1/2 Cup Unsweetened Applesauce; (You can use store bought one or make your own at home with just 1 Apple, lemon juice, Cinnamon and 1/3 cup of water; cooked until soft then blended into puréed consistency); – 1 Cup of Fresh or Frozen Blueberries; . 👉Instructions: ** Step by step Recipe saved in highlights**; . 1⃣ Pre Heat oven at 350 F (180 C) and line a Baking Pan with Parchment Paper; 2⃣ First Grind the Almonds into flour then in a Bowl mix with it the Cocoa Powder, Baking Soda and Salt; 3⃣ In a Microwave Safe Bowl, Melt together the Chocolate with Coconut oil until creamy; 4⃣ Whisk the Coconut Sugar with the melted chocolate Until melted and well incorporated; 5⃣ Add the eggs, Vanilla and Applesauce and whisk well until combined; 6⃣ Add dry ingredients to the melted chocolate mix and combine without over mixing; 7⃣ Fold in the Blueberries and a sprinkle of chocolate Chips; 8⃣ Pour Batter into the Prepared Baking pan and sprinkle some blueberries and chocolate chips on top; 9⃣ Bake for about 25-30 min; 🔟 Let it cool down completely before slicing into delicious brownie bites😍; . And ENJOYYYY FRIENDS THIS CHOCOLATE SWEET HEAVEN👌;

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Pecans

While walnuts might be more popular, pecans are actually a great nut to add to brownies. They add a satisfying crunch and a pleasant favor to any batch of the dessert.

View this post on Instagram

VEGAN TAHINI fudge double chocolate brownies ✨ Gluten free, dairy free, vegan, refined sugar free, and with my favorite ingredients: chocolate and tahini! Truly nothing makes me happier than sharing a brand new recipe with you guys, especially to brighten up your Monday. That’s why I am so freaking excited to share this one with you guys! These are vegan double chocolate tahini brownies topped with crunchy pecans and a pinch of sea salt 😍 Thjs brand NEW recipe is finally up on the blog so just click the link in my bio to check them out. Happy Monday friends 🤗 • #brownies #healthybrownies #tahinibrownies #tahinirecipes #fudgy #fudgybrownies #pecan #pecanbrownies #chocolate #doublechocolate #chocolateseasalt #brownierecipe #chocolatechip #glutenfree #glutenfreevegan #glutenfreerecipes #dairyfree #dairyfreerecipes #vegan #veganbaking #feedfeed #foodgasm #instafood #foodinsta #foodie #eat #healthyrecipes #easyrecipes

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Peanut Butter Chips

Peanut butter and chocolate is an unbeatable combo, so why not put some peanut butter chips into your next batch of brownies? It’s so good, especially when the chips are warm, melty, and gooey.

View this post on Instagram

"They say laughter is the best medicine. They lie. Its brownies"😝😝 Many of you ask me how I am able to add an appropriate quote for each of my posts. So here's my little secret – have always been a firm believer that there is a partner for everything in this world….nope! not referring only to marriages here. Whenever I find a quote or hear a song, I make a mental note of it and as soon as I choose  a picture to post, boom! just the right quote/song pops into my head (can't deny that internet helps in plenty too!! Our fudgy vegan brownies have always been droolicious and then I decided to add my-most-favourite-thing-in-the-world to it …..Peanut Butter!! That saltiness of peanut butter paired with the fudgy chocolaty brownies – match made in heaven! Order them today! #vegan #peanutbutterbrownies #eggless #dairyfree #thesweetaffairshop

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Peppermints

If you’re a fan of mint flavors, try putting crushed peppermint candies into brownies. It’s a nice, refreshing twist on your classic batch and it’s especially appropriate for the holiday season!

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]]> Getting to Know the Different Types of Mint https://falafelandcaviar.com/getting-to-know-the-different-types-of-mint/ Wed, 17 Jul 2019 14:49:07 +0000 https://falafelandcaviar.com/?p=9666 Mint is a fantastic herb that can be used in all kinds of recipes, from desserts to teas to meat dishes. If you have a garden at home or if you’re simply looking to grow herbs in your house, mint is a great option due to how easy it is to maintain. It is important […]

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]]> Mint is a fantastic herb that can be used in all kinds of recipes, from desserts to teas to meat dishes. If you have a garden at home or if you’re simply looking to grow herbs in your house, mint is a great option due to how easy it is to maintain.

It is important to understand the differences between the main types of mints, however, to choose the ideal one to grow and to use in recipes. Here is a quick guide.

Spearmint

Spearmint is the most common mint variety and is grown in gardens throughout the world. It is a “classic” mint with a flavor that is pleasant, yet not strong. It has a low menthol content and is perfect for use in savory dishes and in drinks like mojitos.

Peppermint

Peppermint is a pungent, stronger mint variety whose 40% menthol content means that it produces a strong cooling sensation. It can only be used in small quantities due to its potency, but it’s a great option in sweet desserts and for holiday treats.

“Fruit” Mints

There are other types of mint, too, that are often referred to as being the “fruit” mints. These mints, the apple mint, the pineapple mint, and the orange mint are said to have aromas and flavors that match up with those fruits.

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]]> ersion="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?> peppermint Archives - falafelandcaviar.com Sun, 03 Nov 2019 10:23:02 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.5.2 Make These 20-Minute Peppermint Truffles https://falafelandcaviar.com/make-these-20-minute-peppermint-truffles/ Mon, 04 Nov 2019 12:10:46 +0000 https://falafelandcaviar.com/?p=12273 These peppermint truffles are made with only 6 ingredients and take around 20 minutes to be done. They are such a sweet treat for the whole family. Ingredients: 1 cup heavy whipping cream 2 cups total dark chocolate/white chocolate bark or dipping chocolate 16 oz chocolate chips 2-3 crushed candy canes 1/2 cup butter 1/2 […]

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]]> These peppermint truffles are made with only 6 ingredients and take around 20 minutes to be done. They are such a sweet treat for the whole family.

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 2 cups total dark chocolate/white chocolate bark or dipping chocolate
  • 16 oz chocolate chips
  • 2-3 crushed candy canes
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract

Instructions:

  • Get a pan and melt the butter. Mix in the cream and set the heat to medium-high.
  • Mix the cream constantly and once it’s about to boil take the pan away from the heat.
  • Include the peppermint extract and chocolate chips. Mix again and when combined put the pan in the fridge for a few hours.
  • Use a scoop to make the round peppermint truffles. Put them all on a lined pan and place the pan in the freezer for at least 1 hour.
  • Before you take the pan out of the freezer you can start melting the chocolate.
  • Take the truffles out of the freezer and start dipping them using a fork. Remove the extra chocolate by rolling the truffles in round motions.
  • Place them on a wax paper and cover the truffles with the crushed candy canes. You can use both white and dark chocolate and play with the decorations.

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]]> Try These Unique Ingredients in Your Next Batch of Brownies https://falafelandcaviar.com/try-these-unique-ingredients-in-your-next-batch-of-brownies/ Fri, 01 Nov 2019 12:30:13 +0000 https://falafelandcaviar.com/?p=12199 Brownies allow for endless creativity. This relatively neutral chocolate dessert can be made unique with a huge variety of additions and the possibilities are endless. Here are some out-of-the-box ingredients to try in your next batch of brownies! Blueberries Blueberries go surprisingly well with chocolate, adding a subtle tartness and a touch of fruit sweetness […]

The post Try These Unique Ingredients in Your Next Batch of Brownies appeared first on falafelandcaviar.com.

]]> Brownies allow for endless creativity. This relatively neutral chocolate dessert can be made unique with a huge variety of additions and the possibilities are endless.

Here are some out-of-the-box ingredients to try in your next batch of brownies!

Blueberries

Blueberries go surprisingly well with chocolate, adding a subtle tartness and a touch of fruit sweetness to brownies. This works especially well with the bitterness of dark chocolate.

View this post on Instagram

👌A Handful of Blueberries were these Brownies’ Secret to be the most DECADENT, MOIST & FUDGY Brownies I have even made😍; . 😍I just love baking with blueberries but had never thought to include them in my brownies… until now🙌; . 💁‍♀️and just FYI; The blueberries don’t really give that strong of a blueberry taste to the dessert, but rather adds more moisture for that perfect Fudgy Brownies; . 😌Now Diving straight into this Deliciousness Recipe: . 🥣Ingredients:; – 1 1/4 Cup Almond Meal; ( Raw Almonds Ground into Flour in a Food Processor); – 3 tbsps Unsweetened Cocoa Powder; – 1/2 tsp Baking Soda; – Pinch of Salt – 1/2 Cup 70 % Dark Chocolate Chips or a >70% Chocolate Bar;(100 g); – 1/3 Cup Coconut Oil; – 2 Eggs; – tsp of Vanilla Extract; – 1/2 Coconut Sugar or Brown Sugar; ( Coconut sugar is recommended but Can be Substituted with Honey or MapleSyrup and Omit the applesauce later in the recipe); – 1/2 Cup Unsweetened Applesauce; (You can use store bought one or make your own at home with just 1 Apple, lemon juice, Cinnamon and 1/3 cup of water; cooked until soft then blended into puréed consistency); – 1 Cup of Fresh or Frozen Blueberries; . 👉Instructions: ** Step by step Recipe saved in highlights**; . 1⃣ Pre Heat oven at 350 F (180 C) and line a Baking Pan with Parchment Paper; 2⃣ First Grind the Almonds into flour then in a Bowl mix with it the Cocoa Powder, Baking Soda and Salt; 3⃣ In a Microwave Safe Bowl, Melt together the Chocolate with Coconut oil until creamy; 4⃣ Whisk the Coconut Sugar with the melted chocolate Until melted and well incorporated; 5⃣ Add the eggs, Vanilla and Applesauce and whisk well until combined; 6⃣ Add dry ingredients to the melted chocolate mix and combine without over mixing; 7⃣ Fold in the Blueberries and a sprinkle of chocolate Chips; 8⃣ Pour Batter into the Prepared Baking pan and sprinkle some blueberries and chocolate chips on top; 9⃣ Bake for about 25-30 min; 🔟 Let it cool down completely before slicing into delicious brownie bites😍; . And ENJOYYYY FRIENDS THIS CHOCOLATE SWEET HEAVEN👌;

A post shared by Nelly Osman – Dietitian (@nutritionally.stripped) on

Pecans

While walnuts might be more popular, pecans are actually a great nut to add to brownies. They add a satisfying crunch and a pleasant favor to any batch of the dessert.

View this post on Instagram

VEGAN TAHINI fudge double chocolate brownies ✨ Gluten free, dairy free, vegan, refined sugar free, and with my favorite ingredients: chocolate and tahini! Truly nothing makes me happier than sharing a brand new recipe with you guys, especially to brighten up your Monday. That’s why I am so freaking excited to share this one with you guys! These are vegan double chocolate tahini brownies topped with crunchy pecans and a pinch of sea salt 😍 Thjs brand NEW recipe is finally up on the blog so just click the link in my bio to check them out. Happy Monday friends 🤗 • #brownies #healthybrownies #tahinibrownies #tahinirecipes #fudgy #fudgybrownies #pecan #pecanbrownies #chocolate #doublechocolate #chocolateseasalt #brownierecipe #chocolatechip #glutenfree #glutenfreevegan #glutenfreerecipes #dairyfree #dairyfreerecipes #vegan #veganbaking #feedfeed #foodgasm #instafood #foodinsta #foodie #eat #healthyrecipes #easyrecipes

A post shared by Chen Kirshenbaum (@chens_plate) on

Peanut Butter Chips

Peanut butter and chocolate is an unbeatable combo, so why not put some peanut butter chips into your next batch of brownies? It’s so good, especially when the chips are warm, melty, and gooey.

View this post on Instagram

"They say laughter is the best medicine. They lie. Its brownies"😝😝 Many of you ask me how I am able to add an appropriate quote for each of my posts. So here's my little secret – have always been a firm believer that there is a partner for everything in this world….nope! not referring only to marriages here. Whenever I find a quote or hear a song, I make a mental note of it and as soon as I choose  a picture to post, boom! just the right quote/song pops into my head (can't deny that internet helps in plenty too!! Our fudgy vegan brownies have always been droolicious and then I decided to add my-most-favourite-thing-in-the-world to it …..Peanut Butter!! That saltiness of peanut butter paired with the fudgy chocolaty brownies – match made in heaven! Order them today! #vegan #peanutbutterbrownies #eggless #dairyfree #thesweetaffairshop

A post shared by Chef Sam-the sweet affair (@thesweetaffairshop) on

Peppermints

If you’re a fan of mint flavors, try putting crushed peppermint candies into brownies. It’s a nice, refreshing twist on your classic batch and it’s especially appropriate for the holiday season!

The post Try These Unique Ingredients in Your Next Batch of Brownies appeared first on falafelandcaviar.com.

]]> Getting to Know the Different Types of Mint https://falafelandcaviar.com/getting-to-know-the-different-types-of-mint/ Wed, 17 Jul 2019 14:49:07 +0000 https://falafelandcaviar.com/?p=9666 Mint is a fantastic herb that can be used in all kinds of recipes, from desserts to teas to meat dishes. If you have a garden at home or if you’re simply looking to grow herbs in your house, mint is a great option due to how easy it is to maintain. It is important […]

The post Getting to Know the Different Types of Mint appeared first on falafelandcaviar.com.

]]> Mint is a fantastic herb that can be used in all kinds of recipes, from desserts to teas to meat dishes. If you have a garden at home or if you’re simply looking to grow herbs in your house, mint is a great option due to how easy it is to maintain.

It is important to understand the differences between the main types of mints, however, to choose the ideal one to grow and to use in recipes. Here is a quick guide.

Spearmint

Spearmint is the most common mint variety and is grown in gardens throughout the world. It is a “classic” mint with a flavor that is pleasant, yet not strong. It has a low menthol content and is perfect for use in savory dishes and in drinks like mojitos.

Peppermint

Peppermint is a pungent, stronger mint variety whose 40% menthol content means that it produces a strong cooling sensation. It can only be used in small quantities due to its potency, but it’s a great option in sweet desserts and for holiday treats.

“Fruit” Mints

There are other types of mint, too, that are often referred to as being the “fruit” mints. These mints, the apple mint, the pineapple mint, and the orange mint are said to have aromas and flavors that match up with those fruits.

The post Getting to Know the Different Types of Mint appeared first on falafelandcaviar.com.

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