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Skip to Recipe Hot summer days call for a cold scoop of creamy ice cream. The transcendental feeling of every spoon sliding down the throat makes the weather enjoyable. Though there are endless options available in the market nowadays, nothing can beat the joy of making ice cream at home. If you had always wanted to make it at home, but the absence of an ice cream maker was the only hurdle in your way then you have come to the right place. This Cookies and Cream Icecream is no-churn ice cream that comes together with just 4 ingredients and does not require any fancy equipment. It combines vanilla ice cream with crème-filled Oreo cookies. Smooth, creamy, decadent, this will easily rival any premium brand available at the stores. We have a container of this dreamy ice cream in our freezer all through summer. The recipe is egg free, which means you don't have to fuss about tempering eggs vigilantly over the stove. Even

Skip to Recipe We have entered the first week of June, which means that it is time to bring out all the recipes that scream summer. Fruit Popsicle is the first thing that comes to my mind when I think of summer. Because let's be honest, nothing helps unwind and unplug like biting into a frozen treat after a long, sweltering day. While it can be pretty tempting to bite into those store-bought popsicles that provide a sigh of relief during the hottest days, most of the time they run a little high in sugar, artificial colors, and preservatives. If you want to enjoy the nostalgic treat without all the extra sugar, then you have to try these Strawberry Mango Popsicles. One bite into these will take you back to your childhood. Refined sugar-free, vegan, and made with fresh fruits, these bright, red-and-orange-hued popsicles are a real treat to enjoy all summer long. These vibrant popsicles are easy to make, look gorge

Skip to Recipe Spring is in its full glory! The weather is warmer and the days longer! The flowers are in full bloom, and the brown landscapes that seemed lifeless a few months ago are filled with lush greenery. The birds who had been caught until now in winter's prison make their presence felt in the backyard, mornings and evenings,with their constant chirping. It is the seemingly brief span of these glorious months that makes them so much treasured. To celebrate the season and the abundance of fresh berries available, I whipped up a batch of these Creamy Mixed Berries Popsicles. These refreshing treats are a healthy way to keep you cool in the summer months and will be a guaranteed hit with kids and adults alike. Creamy, refreshing, and delicious popsicles that are made with just 4 ingredients and without any fuss. You simply need to blend all the ingredients until smooth, pour the mixture into popsicle molds, cover, and free

Skip to Recipe Panna Cotta is a classic elegant dessert that comes straight from the heart of Italy. It means 'cooked cream' in Italian and has a texture very similar to that of a custard or pudding. Though it is easy to think of it as something very fancy and daunting to make at home, it is one of the easiest desserts that you can come across. Rich and creamy Panna Cotta that is topped with a fresh, gorgeous, and vibrant mixed berry compote- it is undeniably delicious. Since it is spring, the market is packed with fresh strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries and making a mixed berry compote is a delicious way to use up all of those berries! The Panna Cotta is lightly sweetened and perfectly creamy, hence it pairs wonderfully with the tart berry compote. This Berry Compote also makes the perfect topping for french toast, pancakes, cheesecake, or even ice cream. The possibilities are endless! This d

Skip to Recipe We have stepped into the month of March. The days have started getting longer, which means that spring with its vibrant colors is on its way. Last week when I went for grocery shopping, I got a big batch of blueberries. Labeled as a superfood, they are a great source of antioxidants and vitamins. I like blueberries in my oatmeal, in my pancakes, in my tarts, but I have to admit that I am head over heels for these Blueberry Cream Cheese Muffins. Though these look like the traditional blueberry muffins, the rich cream cheese filling inside really takes them to the next level. Honestly, they taste as delicious as the ones you get in the bakeries! The muffins are incredibly soft, moist and light and are bursting with plump, juicy blueberries in every single bite. With a cup of your morning coffee, this is such a perfect way to start your day! The cream cheese lends a creamy flavor to the muffins, while the addit

Skip to Recipe I can't believe this year is going to end and Christmas is just 3 days away! Nothing defines 'Christmas!' more than a slice of traditional fruit cake! It takes me back to my childhood days, where mouth watering plum and fruit cakes would jostle for spaces in the bakery days before Christmas. A Christmas cake is a rich, dense fruit cake that is filled with warm baking spices and dried fruits like apricots, raisins soaked in alcohol. Traditionally, making it takes a lot of time where you’ll have to spend several weeks feeding the cake with alcohol before it is ready to be consumed. However, if you are looking for an easy alcohol- free Christmas fruitcake to make the last minute, then your search ends right here! This is a festive, flavorful and moist fruit cake that you can cherish the holiday season! A cup of warm coffee in my hand, with a big slice of this cake is enough to perk up my winter afternoons!

Skip to Recipe Winter is finally upon us, and so is the baking season. With the holiday season approaching, it is time to slow down, stay indoors, put on some festive tunes and whip up some delicious desserts together with the family. Nothing says Christmas like a batch of freshly baked cookies straight from the oven. But sometimes we are looking for recipes that are easy and quick, and don't want the hassle of a long baking project. That's where these Almond Cookies come in. You can never go wrong with this fuss-free recipe! These Almond Cookies are scrumptious, delicious, and yet so simple that amplify the wonder of Christmas but without any hassle. They’re soft, buttery, and crispy while not being overly sweet, and simply melt in your mouth! You can easily devour a whole plate of these. These cookies are perfect for gifting and sharing with friends and family. Because I believe the true spirit of Christmas is all

Skip to Recipe Apart from its myriad castles and museums, Germany is also well known for its large number of bakeries. Almost every street has a bakery that has mastered the craft of bread making, passed on for many generations. Strolling through the streets, you can smell the aroma of freshly baked bread wafting out of the door that can make you salivate and arouse your appetite. And once you step inside, you will be spoilt for choice. I remember the first time I tried the traditional German specialty Apple Strudel (or Apfelstrudel) and fell in love with its amazing taste. It is a flaky pastry filled with brandy-soaked raisins, cinnamon-scented apples, and chopped walnuts. Since then every time I had it, I wanted to make it at home, but the idea of making it from scratch seemed beyond my reach as a novice home-baker. The recipe that I am sharing today is inspired by the classic Apfelstrudel. Apple Cinnamon Puff Pastries are cr

Skip to Recipe The weather was terrible over the last few days, making me want to stay in bed all morning and curl up on the couch all afternoon. I did have plans to get stuff done, but the gray sky just drained all my energy. The voice inside me constantly kept saying,'' Stop wasting your time and do something productive.'' To appease her, I picked myself up and baked my favorite fall muffins...Pumpkin Nutella Muffins. Fluffy and moist pumpkin muffins with a swirl of creamy Nutella baked right in-these taste as delicious as they look and sound! While pumpkin epitomizes fall, you can never go wrong with Nutella! If you’ve never tried this combination, you’ll be pleasantly surprised at how perfectly these two flavors complement each other. These muffins are decadent, bursting with fall flavors, and will make your house smell amazing! Do you need more reasons to try these? They are not only great fo

Skip to Recipe It is the season of ice cream! The long queues waiting impatiently outside the ice cream parlors bear the testimony of our love for it. Almost anyone who has experienced the pangs of cravings looking at them can attest that the icy, creamy, and sugary treat is simply irresistible! Even though sometimes I try to the best of my ability to control my urge, the sweet and sinful dessert calling out my name makes it difficult for me, and eventually, I surrender to the temptation. I had never mustered the courage to make ice cream until recently when I discovered that it can be made easily at home with just a few simple ingredients and without an ice cream maker. Initially, I was dubious about the whole idea, but I was so wrong! This No Churn Eggless Chocolate Ice cream is the easiest, creamiest, and the perfect way to cool yourself down on hot summer days. You will fall in love with this! It is rich, decadent, and a

Skip to Recipe As summer rolls in, nostalgia hits me. It takes me back to times when summers were synonymous with freedom. Summer meant a break from school, the time spent outdoors, and a trip to my grandparents' home. But the main highlight was the anxious anticipation of the 'Popsicle Man,' whose bicycle ambled through the neighborhood delivering frozen treats to children of all ages. Whenever I would hear the sound of the bell, usually a block away, I would hurriedly run to my room and pull few coins out of my piggy bank before the man went away. Every inch of my existence was held unto that moment when my lips hungrily met the ice. It felt almost like a glance into heaven as the ice slipped under my tongue. The popsicle didn't take long to melt, leaving behind stained lips and sticky fingers. No gourmet dish can ever beat the happiness that a popsicle gave us back then. Though we cannot travel back to those days, we can always recreate t

Skip to Recipe I don't know about others- but I am addicted to cooking shows. After a long tiring day, I willingly submit myself to cooking stimuli. For me, they're the television equivalent of comfort food, something mindless that washes over the weariness of the whole day. And not to forget, they unleash my creativity in the kitchen. Holi, the "Festival of Colors" is just around the corner. Amidst the daily drudgery, Holi brings much-needed cheer and color to our lives. Back in India, the festival vibe is all about love, joy, laughter, and massive gastronomic spread. The mere thought of those delicacies is enough to get me drooling! Made with nuts, rose petals, and flavored with fragrant spices, Thandai is the quintessential Indian beverage made on the festive occasion of Holi. The word Thandai in Hindi refers to a refreshing drink that has a cooling effect. This time I decided to give the famous Italian Pannaco