Posted in Baking, Bread, Cake, Dessert, Dessert bars, tagged Banana, Banana bread, Nutella, Peanut butter on July 30, 2013| 18 Comments »
Calling all peanut butter and banana lovers–I think I’ve found your new favorite dessert. These bars are moist and full of flavor, and the Nutella drizzle takes them to the next level. I know I’ll be making these again very soon.
Last weekend, my best friend’s brother (who happens to be my brother’s best friend), got married. The wedding was absolutely gorgeous and one to remember. Congrats Ryan and Stephanie!
If you’re in need of a wedding photographer, I highly recommend Lauren Scotti!
Posted in Baking, Cupcakes, Dessert, tagged Banana, Peanut butter on March 12, 2013| 15 Comments »
I’m doing everything I can to get these cupcakes out of my apartment as soon as possible–they’re sinfully delicious. I brought a few to work today for my co-workers (who devoured them), and am taking some to my friends tonight.
In all honesty, the cupcakes don’t even need frosting; though, the banana and peanut butter combo is divine. I plan on using just the cupcake recipe next time to make banana bread. But I’ll wait a while to make the bread, as I’d probably finish the loaf in a day and gain 10 pounds. :)
Posted in Baking, Chocolate, Dessert, Dessert bars, Entertaining, tagged Butterscotch, Peanut butter, Rice Krispies, Scotcheroos on December 30, 2012| 15 Comments »
Hope everyone had a wonderful and relaxing holiday with family and friends. I hate to keep this so short, but I’m hopping on a plane to San Francisco for New Year’s. So, with that said, have a fantastic New Year and I’ll see you in 2013! Cheers.
Posted in Baking, Candy, Chocolate, Cupcakes, Dessert, Holiday, tagged Halloween, Peanut butter, Snickers on October 31, 2012| 15 Comments »
HAPPY HALLOWEEN! Hope everyone has a wonderful and safe holiday. Check out more Halloween-themed cupcakes here–please forgive the photos, that was two years ago!
Posted in Pasta, Poultry, Side Dishes, Vegetables, tagged Asian, Peanut butter, Soba noodles on June 13, 2012| 33 Comments »
Happy hump day! Although it doesn’t feel like summer here in LA (hooray for June gloom), I’m still embracing seasonal ingredients, dishes and drinks.
After years of making this Chinese chicken pasta, I never thought I’d find a recipe that could compare. But I’ve got to say, this recipe definitely poses some tough competition–and it’s much healthier!
Posted in Baking, Cookies, Dessert, tagged Peanut butter on February 28, 2012| 43 Comments »
I find it odd that I haven’t shared my all-time favorite peanut butter cookie recipe. I remember my mom and grandma baking these for me growing up. I’d gobble down three or four cookies fresh from the oven every time. Since learning how to make them myself, I still do the same thing. They’re just that good. The cookies have a slightly crunchy exterior, with a soft interior–my ideal texture for a cookie. So, what are you waiting for? Go preheat that oven. ;)
Posted in Baking, Candy, Dessert, Pies, tagged Banana, Father's Day, Peanut brittle, Peanut butter, See's Candies, Vanilla pudding on June 20, 2011| 82 Comments »
Considering my dad’s favorite flavors are peanut butter and banana, I couldn’t think of a better dessert to serve him on Father’s Day. The recipe suggested adding peanut brittle, which I knew would excite him even more–See’s Candies peanut brittle is his favorite. So, my mom and I made a quick trip to the mall to pick some up.
Although still stuffed after dinner, none of us had a problem making room for a slice of this pie. The crunch of the peanut brittle and slightly chewy vanilla wafer crust complimented the silky vanilla pudding and creamy peanut butter layer.
Though I’ve eaten many a cream pie, I’ve never tasted one as decadent and rich as this peanut butter banana cream pie. One slice is about all I could muster, since the pie is so sweet. I know I’ll be making this recipe again very soon, especially if I’m looking to impress. :)
Posted in Baking, Dessert, tagged Ebelskiver, Peanut butter, Strawberry jelly on April 5, 2011| 6 Comments »
I bought one of my friends, Dana, an ebelskiver kit for her birthday this past December. Go figure though, her mom already had the pan and tools–of all things!
I decided to keep the pan and cookbook (bought her something else, of course), and have wanted to make these little pancakes, which originated in Denmark, ever since. I made peanut butter and jelly ebelskivers this past weekend with my friend, Danielle.
Unfortunately, I was not entirely satisfied with the outcome. The batter was bland and lacked sweetness; however, the strawberry jelly helped immensely. Next time, I plan to make a recipe with more components. Three recipes in particular look exceptionally delicious in the cookbook: strawberry shortcake, sticky toffee and banana rum ebelskivers.
Although not as delicious as I’d hoped, I enjoyed making the ebelskivers, as it was a new and different cooking experience.
Posted in Baking, Chocolate, Dessert, Dessert bars, tagged Brownie, Ganache, Peanut butter, Peanuts on January 17, 2011| 7 Comments »
Some friends and I celebrated our friend, Chase’s, birthday in LA this past weekend. Although my schedule is much busier now with a full-time job, not leaving a lot time for gift shopping, I always try to at least squeeze in time to bake or cook. Baking goods is a great way to give a gift from the heart.
Once I received approval from Chase that he does in fact like chocolate and peanut butter, I began baking. I found this five-star recipe for peanut butter cookie dough brownies on the Food Network website. I was instantly sold on the recipe after reading the rave reviews. People commented on how these brownies were swept off the table within minutes after serving and how everyone couldn’t get enough of them.
I experienced the exact same situation when I brought a tupperware full of these rich and delectable brownies to the birthday party. Although I carried the treats around the bar all night, as I did not want to make the birthday boy hold them, I did not mind one bit. Throughout the night, I actually had friends, and strangers, coming up to me asking if they could try a brownie because they’d heard everyone else gushing about them.
There is no doubt that I will bake these desserts again soon. I’d say this was the perfect recipe.
Posted in Candy, Chocolate, Dessert, tagged Chocolate, Peanut butter on September 25, 2010| 5 Comments »
Considering it’s football season, specifically Ohio State Buckeye season, I decided to make buckeye candies (peanut butter balls). My family and I are OSU fanatics, to say the least—both of my parents attended THE Ohio State University, and we are from Columbus, OH. My dad even has a small OSU shrine in his office here in California. Believe it or not, he has an Ohio State room in our home in South Carolina (see photo below). My parents undoubtedly still feel a connection to their alma mater.
We also made the buckeye candies for a lesson my mom planned for her high school students. She decided to make these treats after picking real buckeye nuts in Ohio while visiting my grandma. Sadly, the actual nuts are poisonous and inedible, so she decided to make its much taster cousin.
Since we had tried my brother’s friend, Claire’s, recipe before, we knew it was a winner. The ingredients in this recipe are perfectly proportioned. The smooth and crunchy milk chocolate exterior hugs the ball of creamy peanut butter. Thanks Claire!
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