If you’re moderately freaked out about the idea, don’t worry—a super-simple TikTok video by @sugarpusher will walk you through the surprisingly friendly process of preparing saltwater taffy in your own kitchen.

@sugarpusher Cotton candy saltwater taffy! #taffy #candy #candymaking #easyrecipe #cottoncandy #GossipGirlHere ♬ Boardwalk – Engelwood

Just make sure you have some corn syrup, corn starch, granulated sugar, butter, salt, and your food coloring of choice. Once you’re done following her instructions, you should end up with a sweet goo that looks like a delight to play with. And that’s actually your main job here: playing with your goo until it turns into saltwater taffy! How cool is that? Once it reaches the desired state, you can simply cut it into small pieces and wrap it in pretty paper to have it look like the real deal they sell in candy shops. 

So, are you ready to take on taffy-making at home? Hurry up and try it. Come Taffy Day, you’ll be fully prepared to throw a social gathering starring your own homemade classic. 

The post Learn How to Make Saltwater Taffy Just in Time for Taffy Day! appeared first on falafelandcaviar.com.

Berliner Pfannkuchen (Berliner Doughnuts)

These fluffy doughnuts are filled with marmalade or jam and dusted with sugar. And other than being easy on the palate, Berliners are also a must-snap for your Instagram feed.

הצגת פוסט זה באינסטגרם

‏‎פוסט משותף על ידי ‏‎Duygu Cetiner-Öztürk‎‏ (@‏‎cookbakery‎‏)‎‏

Apfelstrudel (Apple Strudel)

Warm and comforting, Apfelstrudel is a classic pastry filled with spiced apples and topped with powdered sugar. It’s a sweet staple all over Germany, and Berlin is no different.

הצגת פוסט זה באינסטגרם

‏‎פוסט משותף על ידי ‏‎𝐉𝐀𝐍𝐈𝐍𝐀 | 𝐅𝐎𝐎𝐃 𝐈𝐍𝐒𝐏𝐎•𝐂𝐑𝐄𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐕𝐈𝐓𝐘‎‏ (@‏‎jk_magic.kitchen‎‏)‎‏

Bienenstich (Bee Sting Cake)

Bienenstich is the bee’s knees of Berlin desserts. With creamy custard or buttercream between layers of dough and caramelized almonds on top, it’s hard to go wrong.

Schwarzwälder Kirschtorte (Black Forest Cake)

If you choose one Berlin dessert to try, this will have to be it: Schwarzwälder Kirschtorte is an iconic chocolate sponge cake with brandy-soaked cherries, whipped cream, and chocolate shavings. Satisfaction guaranteed.

הצגת פוסט זה באינסטגרם

‏‎פוסט משותף על ידי ‏‎Masako‎‏ (@‏‎1120moe1120‎‏)‎‏

Lebkuchen (Gingerbread Cookies)

Embrace the festive vibes with Lebkuchen, traditional German gingerbread cookies, with hints of honey, spices, and nuts. While Christmas-y in nature, they’re perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth year-round.

The post 5 Berlin Desserts You Can’t Miss appeared first on falafelandcaviar.com.

Origins Unveiled

Forget what you thought you knew—macarons actually have Italian roots! Catherine de’ Medici brought these fancy treats to France in the 16^th century, and the French took them and ran with them.

הצגת פוסט זה באינסטגרם

‏‎פוסט משותף על ידי ‏‎江口和明　ショコラティエの創るパティスリー‎‏ (@‏‎eguchikazuaki‎‏)‎‏

Mix-Up Alert

Before you make a crucial mistake, macarons and macaroons are two totally different things. While Macarons are made of a mix of almond flour, egg white, and sugar, macaroons are all about dense, coconut-based chewiness.

Calorie Check

You might want to sit down for this one—macarons are surprisingly low-calorie, with just 70 to 100 calories per cookie. So go ahead, indulge in all the flavors without the guilt trip.

הצגת פוסט זה באינסטגרם

‏‎פוסט משותף על ידי ‏‎Marina Voronkov‎‏ (@‏‎everything_marina‎‏)‎‏

DIY Dream

Thanks to the Ladurée Sucré cookbook, macaron lovers everywhere can now whip up these Insta-worthy treats in their own kitchen. Get ready to flex your baking skills and impress your feed.

הצגת פוסט זה באינסטגרם

‏‎פוסט משותף על ידי ‏‎MACARONS | КУРСИ ОНЛАЙН | НАВЧАННЯ МАКАРОНС | МАКАРОНС‎‏ (@‏‎marta_valkova‎‏)‎‏

Evolutionary Eats

Did you know that back in the day, macarons only had a single layer? In the 20^th century, they leveled up into double-deckers, adding even more flair to this fancy French favorite.

The post 5 Fascinating Facts About Macarons That’ll Surprise You appeared first on falafelandcaviar.com.

Single-Flavor Ice Cream

If you buy a pint of vanilla, coffee, or strawberry ice cream, you might not think about adding mix-ins since you’re at home. Chocolate chips add a perfect layer of crunch and bitterness to almost any ice cream flavor—and you can just throw them directly into the carton!

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by Shepherds Ice Cream (@shepherdsicecream)

Pecan Pie

The rich flavors of pecan and butter are only elevated when chocolate is added. Pecan pie is a classic dessert and chocolate is a great way to upgrade it in different ways.

For example, sweet, creamy chocolate will mix in well with butter and up the richness, whereas, dark chocolate will add a splash of bitterness to cut through the sweetness and balance out the flavors.

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by The Old Mill (@theoldmilltn)

Yogurt

We often think of yogurt as a breakfast food, so we don’t think about chocolate as a potential mix-in. Yet, like ice cream, chocolate chips can add crunch and bitterness to a single-flavor yogurt. If you use dark chocolate chips with minimal sugar, you won’t even bring down the healthy factor, since dark chocolate can be nutritious and beneficial in moderation.

You can also use chocolate syrup to flavor plain yogurt.

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by Y. E- Yugyfoods| Healthy foods (@yugyfoods)

The post 3 Treats You Should Absolutely Add Chocolate To appeared first on falafelandcaviar.com.

Saving Money

Heavy cream is a great ingredient to have on hand in general, and a carton of it is by volume much cheaper than a can of already-whipped cream. If you have some in the house, you can simply portion out as much as you want and whip that much fresh, without buying both whipped cream and heavy cream.

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by Chug Coffee (@chug.coffee)

More Control

The great thing about whipping your own cream is that you get to decide what it tastes like. Want it less sweet? You decide how much sugar or syrup to add. Want to flavor it for whatever you’re making? Add some spices or colors as needed. Want a softer whip to top a drink without the full peaks? Don’t whip it for as long. It’s up to you how your whipped cream tastes, looks, and feels.

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by ANDREA HOMECAFE (@ispillice)

Whisking Skills

Whipping cream is pretty easy-just use a big whisk and whip as quickly as possible for a minute or so. But you’ll find that as you do this more often, your whisking technique will build and you’ll get better at using a whisk in general. Alternatively, you can use an electric hand mixer, which will also help you learn to whisk eggs for meringues as well as other things.

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by @naturalgourmetcakery

The post The Benefits of Whipping Your Own Cream appeared first on falafelandcaviar.com.

Understanding Processed Food

Processed food manufacturers are investing millions in research that enables them to get the perfect formula for making addictive food. Simply put, they need to get the perfect ratio of the following components: sugar, salt, fat, and carbs. Once we start eating that food, it activates the pleasure parts of our brains and we want more and more until there’s no more left.

This food is typically nutrient-poor and won’t satisfy your hunger in a real way, which means you will feel hungry soon after eating it, but your stomach will be full at the same time. It inevitably leads to feeling awful and is the main cause of obesity in today’s society. The moral of the story? Know what you’re eating, and know when it isn’t giving you what you need.

The post Many Processed Foods are Designed to Make You Eat More appeared first on falafelandcaviar.com.

Here are three sweet banana treats that you have to make, or at least try!

Banana Bread

Banana bread is a hugely popular sweet banana treat that can be found on breakfast tables all over the world. Combining a normal bread mix with overripe bananas makes this delicious creation, which is often combined with walnuts.

Banana Pudding

One of the American South’s most traditional desserts is banana pudding, which places banana at the center stage of a tasty tapioca plate. Traditionally served with whipped cream and vanilla wafers, you can even visit the National Banana Pudding Festival in October in Centerville, Tennessee!

Peanut Butter Banana Milkshake

If you’re looking for a sweet banana treat that’s easy to make at home, why not try a peanut butter banana milkshake? All you have to do is add peanut butter to a blender containing a banana, vanilla ice cream, and some milk, and voila!

The post Try These Banana-Rich Sweet Treats appeared first on falafelandcaviar.com.

If you find yourself in South Korea or browsing the aisles of a specialty grocery store, keep your eye out for these sweet treats that you are absolutely going to love.

Orion Choco Pie

Have you ever had a Moon Pie before? This Korean treat is quite similar to the well-known Southern pastry, consisting of two layers of vanilla-flavored cake with a marshmallow filling between them, and then covered in chocolate. Delicious!

Pumpkin Monaca

Korean treats are also adept at taking unique ingredients and turning them into sweet favorites. Pumpkin monaca, consisting of a crispy rice exterior and a thick, paste-like filling made with pumpkin, is a fall favorite in Korea.

Haitai Sweet Plum Candy

Plums are one of Korea’s favorite fruits, and their sweet flavor is on display in these delicious plum candies. Sweet and slightly tart, these candies contain real plums as well as green tea extract.

The post You’ll Love These Delicious Korean Sweets appeared first on falafelandcaviar.com.

Here are the three definitive cookies that make the holiday season the holiday season.

Snickerdoodles

Snickerdoodles are our personal favorite wintertime treat. These cookies are soft and delightful and they are covered with cinnamon sugar that makes them a perfect complement to the cool weather of the holiday season.

Gingerbread

Gingerbread men and gingerbread houses are two of the hallmarks of the holiday season! Made with ginger, cloves, and nutmeg and sweetened with honey or brown sugar, this rich cookie is perfect with a hot cup of coffee.

Pizzelle

The United States has a huge tradition of Italian immigration, so it should be no surprise that this thin, wafer-like cookie with intricate designs is a holiday staple in America. You’ll find it in large concentrations in cities like Chicago and Philadelphia with large Italian populations.

The post The Holidays Wouldn’t Be the Holidays Without These Cookies appeared first on falafelandcaviar.com.

Here are three Spanish sweet treats that are delicious and one-of-a-kind.

Turrones

If there’s one holiday treat that is world-famous outside of Spain, it has to be turron. This candy comes in two varieties, hard and soft, but contains the same ingredients. Made with toasted almonds, egg whites, honey, and sugar, this delicious treat is beloved both in and outside of the country’s borders.

Polvorones

Polvorones are a crumbly shortbread cookie that originates from the southern region of Andalusia. Served inside of a wrapper, it’s important to compress the cookie into a ball with your hand before opening it. If not, it crumbles all over the place and is difficult to eat!

Alfajores

This dessert, which is now especially popular in other Spanish-speaking countries such as Argentina and Uruguay, originated in the times of Moorish rule in the Iberian Peninsula. Consisting of a wafer exterior with an interior consisting of dulce de leche, this sweet sandwich cookie is beloved in southern Spain.

The post Three One-of-a-Kind Spanish Christmas Treats appeared first on falafelandcaviar.com.

If you’re moderately freaked out about the idea, don’t worry—a super-simple TikTok video by @sugarpusher will walk you through the surprisingly friendly process of preparing saltwater taffy in your own kitchen.

@sugarpusher Cotton candy saltwater taffy! #taffy #candy #candymaking #easyrecipe #cottoncandy #GossipGirlHere ♬ Boardwalk – Engelwood

Just make sure you have some corn syrup, corn starch, granulated sugar, butter, salt, and your food coloring of choice. Once you’re done following her instructions, you should end up with a sweet goo that looks like a delight to play with. And that’s actually your main job here: playing with your goo until it turns into saltwater taffy! How cool is that? Once it reaches the desired state, you can simply cut it into small pieces and wrap it in pretty paper to have it look like the real deal they sell in candy shops. 

So, are you ready to take on taffy-making at home? Hurry up and try it. Come Taffy Day, you’ll be fully prepared to throw a social gathering starring your own homemade classic. 

The post Learn How to Make Saltwater Taffy Just in Time for Taffy Day! appeared first on falafelandcaviar.com.

Berliner Pfannkuchen (Berliner Doughnuts)

These fluffy doughnuts are filled with marmalade or jam and dusted with sugar. And other than being easy on the palate, Berliners are also a must-snap for your Instagram feed.

הצגת פוסט זה באינסטגרם

‏‎פוסט משותף על ידי ‏‎Duygu Cetiner-Öztürk‎‏ (@‏‎cookbakery‎‏)‎‏

Apfelstrudel (Apple Strudel)

Warm and comforting, Apfelstrudel is a classic pastry filled with spiced apples and topped with powdered sugar. It’s a sweet staple all over Germany, and Berlin is no different.

הצגת פוסט זה באינסטגרם

‏‎פוסט משותף על ידי ‏‎𝐉𝐀𝐍𝐈𝐍𝐀 | 𝐅𝐎𝐎𝐃 𝐈𝐍𝐒𝐏𝐎•𝐂𝐑𝐄𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐕𝐈𝐓𝐘‎‏ (@‏‎jk_magic.kitchen‎‏)‎‏

Bienenstich (Bee Sting Cake)

Bienenstich is the bee’s knees of Berlin desserts. With creamy custard or buttercream between layers of dough and caramelized almonds on top, it’s hard to go wrong.

Schwarzwälder Kirschtorte (Black Forest Cake)

If you choose one Berlin dessert to try, this will have to be it: Schwarzwälder Kirschtorte is an iconic chocolate sponge cake with brandy-soaked cherries, whipped cream, and chocolate shavings. Satisfaction guaranteed.

הצגת פוסט זה באינסטגרם

‏‎פוסט משותף על ידי ‏‎Masako‎‏ (@‏‎1120moe1120‎‏)‎‏

Lebkuchen (Gingerbread Cookies)

Embrace the festive vibes with Lebkuchen, traditional German gingerbread cookies, with hints of honey, spices, and nuts. While Christmas-y in nature, they’re perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth year-round.

The post 5 Berlin Desserts You Can’t Miss appeared first on falafelandcaviar.com.

Origins Unveiled

Forget what you thought you knew—macarons actually have Italian roots! Catherine de’ Medici brought these fancy treats to France in the 16^th century, and the French took them and ran with them.

הצגת פוסט זה באינסטגרם

‏‎פוסט משותף על ידי ‏‎江口和明　ショコラティエの創るパティスリー‎‏ (@‏‎eguchikazuaki‎‏)‎‏

Mix-Up Alert

Before you make a crucial mistake, macarons and macaroons are two totally different things. While Macarons are made of a mix of almond flour, egg white, and sugar, macaroons are all about dense, coconut-based chewiness.

Calorie Check

You might want to sit down for this one—macarons are surprisingly low-calorie, with just 70 to 100 calories per cookie. So go ahead, indulge in all the flavors without the guilt trip.

הצגת פוסט זה באינסטגרם

‏‎פוסט משותף על ידי ‏‎Marina Voronkov‎‏ (@‏‎everything_marina‎‏)‎‏

DIY Dream

Thanks to the Ladurée Sucré cookbook, macaron lovers everywhere can now whip up these Insta-worthy treats in their own kitchen. Get ready to flex your baking skills and impress your feed.

הצגת פוסט זה באינסטגרם

‏‎פוסט משותף על ידי ‏‎MACARONS | КУРСИ ОНЛАЙН | НАВЧАННЯ МАКАРОНС | МАКАРОНС‎‏ (@‏‎marta_valkova‎‏)‎‏

Evolutionary Eats

Did you know that back in the day, macarons only had a single layer? In the 20^th century, they leveled up into double-deckers, adding even more flair to this fancy French favorite.

The post 5 Fascinating Facts About Macarons That’ll Surprise You appeared first on falafelandcaviar.com.

Single-Flavor Ice Cream

If you buy a pint of vanilla, coffee, or strawberry ice cream, you might not think about adding mix-ins since you’re at home. Chocolate chips add a perfect layer of crunch and bitterness to almost any ice cream flavor—and you can just throw them directly into the carton!

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by Shepherds Ice Cream (@shepherdsicecream)

Pecan Pie

The rich flavors of pecan and butter are only elevated when chocolate is added. Pecan pie is a classic dessert and chocolate is a great way to upgrade it in different ways.

For example, sweet, creamy chocolate will mix in well with butter and up the richness, whereas, dark chocolate will add a splash of bitterness to cut through the sweetness and balance out the flavors.

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by The Old Mill (@theoldmilltn)

Yogurt

We often think of yogurt as a breakfast food, so we don’t think about chocolate as a potential mix-in. Yet, like ice cream, chocolate chips can add crunch and bitterness to a single-flavor yogurt. If you use dark chocolate chips with minimal sugar, you won’t even bring down the healthy factor, since dark chocolate can be nutritious and beneficial in moderation.

You can also use chocolate syrup to flavor plain yogurt.

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by Y. E- Yugyfoods| Healthy foods (@yugyfoods)

The post 3 Treats You Should Absolutely Add Chocolate To appeared first on falafelandcaviar.com.

Saving Money

Heavy cream is a great ingredient to have on hand in general, and a carton of it is by volume much cheaper than a can of already-whipped cream. If you have some in the house, you can simply portion out as much as you want and whip that much fresh, without buying both whipped cream and heavy cream.

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by Chug Coffee (@chug.coffee)

More Control

The great thing about whipping your own cream is that you get to decide what it tastes like. Want it less sweet? You decide how much sugar or syrup to add. Want to flavor it for whatever you’re making? Add some spices or colors as needed. Want a softer whip to top a drink without the full peaks? Don’t whip it for as long. It’s up to you how your whipped cream tastes, looks, and feels.

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by ANDREA HOMECAFE (@ispillice)

Whisking Skills

Whipping cream is pretty easy-just use a big whisk and whip as quickly as possible for a minute or so. But you’ll find that as you do this more often, your whisking technique will build and you’ll get better at using a whisk in general. Alternatively, you can use an electric hand mixer, which will also help you learn to whisk eggs for meringues as well as other things.

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by @naturalgourmetcakery

The post The Benefits of Whipping Your Own Cream appeared first on falafelandcaviar.com.

Understanding Processed Food

Processed food manufacturers are investing millions in research that enables them to get the perfect formula for making addictive food. Simply put, they need to get the perfect ratio of the following components: sugar, salt, fat, and carbs. Once we start eating that food, it activates the pleasure parts of our brains and we want more and more until there’s no more left.

This food is typically nutrient-poor and won’t satisfy your hunger in a real way, which means you will feel hungry soon after eating it, but your stomach will be full at the same time. It inevitably leads to feeling awful and is the main cause of obesity in today’s society. The moral of the story? Know what you’re eating, and know when it isn’t giving you what you need.

The post Many Processed Foods are Designed to Make You Eat More appeared first on falafelandcaviar.com.

Here are three sweet banana treats that you have to make, or at least try!

Banana Bread

Banana bread is a hugely popular sweet banana treat that can be found on breakfast tables all over the world. Combining a normal bread mix with overripe bananas makes this delicious creation, which is often combined with walnuts.

Banana Pudding

One of the American South’s most traditional desserts is banana pudding, which places banana at the center stage of a tasty tapioca plate. Traditionally served with whipped cream and vanilla wafers, you can even visit the National Banana Pudding Festival in October in Centerville, Tennessee!

Peanut Butter Banana Milkshake

If you’re looking for a sweet banana treat that’s easy to make at home, why not try a peanut butter banana milkshake? All you have to do is add peanut butter to a blender containing a banana, vanilla ice cream, and some milk, and voila!

The post Try These Banana-Rich Sweet Treats appeared first on falafelandcaviar.com.

If you find yourself in South Korea or browsing the aisles of a specialty grocery store, keep your eye out for these sweet treats that you are absolutely going to love.

Orion Choco Pie

Have you ever had a Moon Pie before? This Korean treat is quite similar to the well-known Southern pastry, consisting of two layers of vanilla-flavored cake with a marshmallow filling between them, and then covered in chocolate. Delicious!

Pumpkin Monaca

Korean treats are also adept at taking unique ingredients and turning them into sweet favorites. Pumpkin monaca, consisting of a crispy rice exterior and a thick, paste-like filling made with pumpkin, is a fall favorite in Korea.

Haitai Sweet Plum Candy

Plums are one of Korea’s favorite fruits, and their sweet flavor is on display in these delicious plum candies. Sweet and slightly tart, these candies contain real plums as well as green tea extract.

The post You’ll Love These Delicious Korean Sweets appeared first on falafelandcaviar.com.

Here are the three definitive cookies that make the holiday season the holiday season.

Snickerdoodles

Snickerdoodles are our personal favorite wintertime treat. These cookies are soft and delightful and they are covered with cinnamon sugar that makes them a perfect complement to the cool weather of the holiday season.

Gingerbread

Gingerbread men and gingerbread houses are two of the hallmarks of the holiday season! Made with ginger, cloves, and nutmeg and sweetened with honey or brown sugar, this rich cookie is perfect with a hot cup of coffee.

Pizzelle

The United States has a huge tradition of Italian immigration, so it should be no surprise that this thin, wafer-like cookie with intricate designs is a holiday staple in America. You’ll find it in large concentrations in cities like Chicago and Philadelphia with large Italian populations.

The post The Holidays Wouldn’t Be the Holidays Without These Cookies appeared first on falafelandcaviar.com.

Here are three Spanish sweet treats that are delicious and one-of-a-kind.

Turrones

If there’s one holiday treat that is world-famous outside of Spain, it has to be turron. This candy comes in two varieties, hard and soft, but contains the same ingredients. Made with toasted almonds, egg whites, honey, and sugar, this delicious treat is beloved both in and outside of the country’s borders.

Polvorones

Polvorones are a crumbly shortbread cookie that originates from the southern region of Andalusia. Served inside of a wrapper, it’s important to compress the cookie into a ball with your hand before opening it. If not, it crumbles all over the place and is difficult to eat!

Alfajores

This dessert, which is now especially popular in other Spanish-speaking countries such as Argentina and Uruguay, originated in the times of Moorish rule in the Iberian Peninsula. Consisting of a wafer exterior with an interior consisting of dulce de leche, this sweet sandwich cookie is beloved in southern Spain.

The post Three One-of-a-Kind Spanish Christmas Treats appeared first on falafelandcaviar.com.