Chunky chocolate cookies

    Chocolate cookies - who doesn't go gaga over them?  We end up buying some brand or the other once in an week, because we all devour them :)  So, such one week, both mother and daughter took up this project and made them with available ingredients.  Though they were mildly sweet, the aroma was excellant and filled up our home.

 Adding brown sugar instead of regular sugar charmed up the flavour and final touch of milk chocolate chunks/ finely chopped milk chocolate ended  up in rich, delecious cookie that became favourite of all :D

Sage & lemon chocolate shots

    Hyderabad is sensing an chilly climate of late.  And, due to ramzan fasting, one could find lots of mirchi bhajji & samosa stalls in evening.  I tasted few and they were awesome :) an real treat with respect to weather, isn't it?  Yet, chilly treats need not be savoury everytime, afterall, what are hot chocolate drinks for?   :)

And this time, hot chocolate shots,  is infused with sage and lemon rind for an additional herbal treat.  Sage added the pungent-ness and stood as an bittersome company with dark chocolate.  Lemon rind, beautifully attributed to flavour, and I must say that this holy combination left me completely speechless.

It is quite an surprise, as my daughter loved it, I was taken back, because though these shots were rich & creamy , their nil-sweet component would make her to resist them.  Fortunately, she liked the bitterness and rich chocolate flavour and gulped down the shots.  :)  Personally, I feel that this is an better way to introduce herbal content in her diet.  So, guys ready for shots?  :)

Kadaai khumb

     Mushroom always has an special reserved place at my refrigerator :)  I buy them often, atleast once an week.  This is because both hubby and daughter are mushroom lovers, they love in any form.  I made this kadaai khumb one day for dinner and I must say it was appetizing, palatable and melted easily with rotis/parathas. 

 

As goes with all kadaai gravy, I made them with cashewnut paste and cream.  This is an rich gravy, and also has green peas with them.  If you prefer it milder, you can add almond paste/putane dal paste instead of cashew paste. Also instead of cream, milk can be added.  This, is derived from Punjabi cuisine, where lots of dairy products are used. 

 

 

You can also try other mushroom recipes here like Mushroom stir-fry, Mushroom theeyal, Malvani khumb curry, Khuskhuswali khumb, Laal khumb, Mushroom dopyaza, Mushroom jalfrezi. 

 

Dairy cup-cakes/ Non-butter/ Non-oil cup-cakes

  Hi all!!!  First of all , I am very proud to present you these diary cup-cakes, my first successful baking experiment.  It happened once, when Shama had asked me to make some cup-cakes and I noticed that all left in my refrigerator was some fresh cream and milk.   Wasn't heart-broken, tried with available ingredients at hand and hurrayy!!!!, results were fantabulous.

Diary cup-cakes are made with milk and fresh cream as key ingredients apart from regular ones.  The advantage of non-butter or non-oil makes it an healthy alternative for adults, from regular cup-cakes.    Also I integrated a lots of chunky, healthy stuffs like grated apple, tutty-fruity, sliced almonds, finely chopped dates, which also makes it ideal as an tea-time snack (therefore, doesn't remind us the absence of buttery frosting).   So, it can  delight any kid at home, also be party booster or for surprising guests at home, this cup-cakes is quick to make and hence can find a special place on ur baking session. 

Coco-carrot milkshake

      A sudden travel due to my father-in-law's upcoming bypass surgery rattled my world.  He was a regular walker and on top of that, an authentic vegetarian too!  Only God knows why such healthy body has to face an terrible operation!  Though  people casually say to each other, 'Come on, bypass surgery has nowadays become an common option, many do so', the pain you feel when your dear ones had to face is very infinite.  But, all thanks to Almighty, surgery went fine and he has shifted to ICU.  Will get back to my place soon after he discharges from hospital.  These times, I really feel to stick to chennai, most importantly to my family.  But, neverthless, shama had to work at hydi and varsha must school somewhere there.  She is really enjoying herself at her grandma's residance.  Playing with (cousin)brother, picking and dropping him to school, sleeping with uncle & aunty she really has an nice time here.

   And yes, coming back to our blog, you all know am an member of Potluck party, cyber style.  For july month's challenge, I was paired with Jagruti mam.  I had to redo the yummy milkshake she made.  But very sorry that I was not able to make up to the time.  So here it is coco-carrot milkshake from my part.

Silky butterscotch milk-shake

         My second dish for J odyssey's potluck party .  I made this today and everybody enjoyed it.  My daughter varsha, liked it and carved for more.  So, let us move to recipe.

Ingredients required

• 1 cup milk
• 1/2 cup milk chocolate (broken into small pieces)
• 1/2 tsp butterscotch essence
• 2 tbsp sugar
• 1/2 tsp crushed nuts
• Few drops of water, to caramelise
• 2 scoops of vanilla icecream, to garnish (optional)

Milk Aur Badami Laddu Recipe | Easy Khoya Almond Laddu

These yummy laddus are rich, soft, and absolutely delicious! Made with homemade khoya and almonds, this simple sweet recipe is perfect for festivals, celebrations, or whenever you crave a quick homemade dessert.

The combination of creamy khoya, aromatic cardamom, and nutty almonds creates melt-in-the-mouth laddus that are both elegant and comforting. The best part is that this recipe requires very few ingredients and comes together effortlessly.

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Ingredients Required

• 1 cup khoya
• ½ cup powdered almonds
• A pinch of cardamom powder
• 2–3 tsp sugar

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Method

1. In a large bowl, combine khoya, sugar, and cardamom powder.
2. Mix and knead the mixture well until the sugar dissolves completely into the dough.
3. Grease your hands lightly with oil and roll the mixture into small laddus.
4. Roll each laddu in powdered almonds for a delicious nutty coating.
5. Serve at room temperature or refrigerate for a chilled treat.

These laddus can be stored in the refrigerator for up to a week — though they usually disappear much before that!

Milk Aur Badami Laddu is a quick and delightful Indian sweet that combines the richness of khoya with the goodness of almonds. Soft, creamy, and full of flavour, these laddus are ideal for festive platters, gifting, or satisfying sweet cravings at home. Try this easy homemade recipe and enjoy a melt-in-the-mouth dessert with your family and friends.