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Vanilla Cupcakes with frosting Yay! at last , the long awaited Vanilla cupcake recipe is here. This recipe is simple, easy and of course delicious. And to make it even better, the recipe is only for a small batch; just six cupcakes. So if you have been reluctant to try out any cake recipe for fear of not getting it right and wasting ingredients, this vanilla cupcake recipe is just right for beginners. Nothing complicated and no fuss at all. Continue reading »

How to bake cake without an oven (sand method) & on a stove top After my combined post here on ''How to Bake Cake Without an Oven' ', I have been receiving emails and phone calls( I forgot my number was on the ''about me page '' ☺ ). The emails and phone calls were mostly from young students, asking for clarity on the two stovetop methods mentioned in the post. I guess that reading about the two methods in one post was a bit confusing, so today, in response to that, I'll show you how to make/ bake cake without an oven using the sand method and of course, there is an explanatory video below to go with it. Hope you find it useful ☺ . Continue reading »

Orange Juice Cake (Orange Cake) I bet you'll agree with me that with hundreds of delicious cake recipes out there, it is almost impossible to have just ONE favorite cake recipe. And even when you thought you have finally found your ''go-to'' recipe , you suddenly discover another one that also becomes a keeper. That was exactly what happened to me when I came across this Orange juice cake(orange cake). I found myself repeating it so often that, as the aromatic smell of the orange cake filled the house, I wondered what took me so long in sharing this recipe with you. Well, no more delays, here's my favorite Orange juice cake recipe, and hope you enjoy it. Continue reading »

While shopping for bananas and apples , I came across some lovely packed carrots and just couldn't resist the urge to buy. They were about 30 medium sized carrots in the pack, which was more than what I needed for the weekends' fried rice and coconut curry sauce , so I decided to make this tasty carrot cake. Continue reading »

How to bake cake without an oven & on a stove top Cake baking has been around for decades and so has the means of baking. Before the invention of gas and electric ovens, Cakes and other snacks were baked successfully on the stove top and also enjoyed by all. And even with the new inventions, we can always fall back on the old baking methods, whenever we simply run out of electric power/gas or when our conventional ovens fail us (just like it happened to me yesterday ☺ ). So here's how to bake cake without an oven. Continue reading »

Homemade Browning or Burnt Sugar syrup is a dark liquid used as a coloring for Cakes, ice creams and also as a marinade for meats. It is also very easy to make, all you need are 2 ingredients. Here's how to prepare it. Continue reading »

How to Make Icing Sugar at Home Icing sugar is a ''must-have'' if you enjoy baking. It is often used for cake decorations , biscuits, fondant , and also for dusting on donuts and others sweet desserts. But just in case your ever run out of icing sugar, here's how to make a batch in a jiffy. It is very easy and only requires 2- ingredients. Icing sugar is also known as Powdered sugar or Confectioner's sugar. Here's how to make it. Continue reading »

Homemade Shortbread recipe (just as Mcvities & Walkers does it) Shortbread Fingers are one of my favorite biscuits. As a teen, I used to indulge a lot on the Walkers and McVities Shortbread brand and loved to have it with a hot beverage, but a few years back, I found a recipe that worked perfectly for me, and now the whole family just can't have enough. Although the traditional recipe calls for only 3 ingredients, I like to add one extra ingredient which makes the '' already rich shortbread '' even richer and also takes the taste to another level. Here's how I prepare mine. Continue reading »

Caramel is so easy to prepare. It can be used as a topping for Pancakes , Ice cream , Cakes , Donuts , Puff puff and other snacks and desserts. It is also very easy to make, all you need are 2 ingredients. Here's how to prepare it. Continue reading »

I am not a big fan of Fondant Cake due to its high sugar content, but when you have kids in the house you just can't help making one of these. My little girl loves Polka dots, and to celebrate her Kinder-graduation we decided to make this beautiful Multi coloured Polka dot decoration. You really don't need any special tool for this decoration, all you need are : Continue reading »

Apple cakes are simply delicious and also easy to prepare. I always buy a bag of apples every week, for snacking,smoothies and making my family's favorite apple cake. This cake is moist and tasty and even as I write, I just couldn't resist biting into this yummy deliciousness. Here's our ''no-fail'' and easy apple cake recipe, you'll surely enjoy. You don't need a cake mixer. https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1zidXr7TfFf1ftTDIuc8rXg09LOwgUR-0EjMOc9-zCKo/edit?usp=sharing

Cake in a sandwich toaster? Yes,you read it right! During my varsity years, the sandwich toaster was every student's best friend, 'cos you can easily pop in 2 slices of bread, an egg and some veggies and taddam ! you have a yummy '' Naija style toast bread '' for breakfast. I have always wondered what else I could do with my bread toaster; so imagine my excitement yesterday, when I got a message from a subscriber, who wanted to know if she could make a cake without a cake mixer & an oven. She also stated that, as a campus student she only owned a stove and a sandwich maker, so I thought, why not give it a try? And now, foodies, I present to you a yummy, soft and spongy Cake, made in a Sandwich Toaster .... Enjoy! **See video recipe** Continue reading »

Homemade Peanut Butter is so easy to make and does not contain any additives or preservatives.  It is also a good source of protein, carbohydrates and good fat, and enjoyed by kids and adults as well. Peanut Butter serves as a yummy spread for bread and can be used in cookie recipes and other delicious snacks.    If you've never made Homemade Peanut Butter from scratch, I challenge you to try out this easy method, you'll be glad you did. Ingredients: -500grams roasted Peanut or groundnut - 1 pinch of  salt( optional) - 2 teaspoons sugar(optional, but makes it sweeter) - 2 teaspoons Peanut or vegetable oil(for lighter consistency) Note: All you really need for making all-natural peanut butter is ONLY peanut (groundnut), but a some people like it sweeter and of lighter consistency, that's why I provided the other ingredients.  Simply, leave out the extra ingredients if you like it all-natural. Direction:   1. Peel off the skin of the roasted Peanut or groun...

Banana Cake topped with yogurt and raisins Banana cake is one of our favorite fruit cakes. We love bananas  and usually never get left overs in the fruit tray.   Last week, my hubby and our lil' princess visited the farmer's market and came home with a huge bundle of ripe bananas.    For 3 days,we snacked on those beauties ; I made Banana pancakes , Energy smoothies and ice cream and was finally left with one lonely over ripe banana.    At that moment I realized that I didn't make any Banana Cake ( I can't believe I forgot )....Ayyyy! all those bananas... gooooone!Lol ☺.   Well, here's a no fail Banana cake recipe..I made it with one banana, but you can double up the ingredients, if you want a large cake. Ingredients for Banana Cake:  *150g self raising flour (Substitute for : 145g all-purpose flour + 1 and1/2 teaspoons baking powder + 1/2 teaspoon salt) * 1 over ripe banana * 150g caster sugar *125g butter * 2 eggs * 60ml milk * 2 drops vanilla...

Covering a cake with fondant is easier than it looks. If you've bought pre-packed Fondant or maybe got creative like me and decided to make Fondant from scratch , here's how to cover your cake without cracks, folds or creases. To perfectly Cover A Cake With Fondant, you have to; A. Make sure that the large cake you want to decorate, has been previously coated with butter cream icing and left to harden a bit. B. Next, take the measurement of the cake, so that you'll know the size of fondant to roll.  If you are working with a round 12 inch wide cake, that has a 3 inch height, your fondant measurement will be 12+3+3, which will give you 18.   So the diameter of your fondant will be 18, but make it 20. It's better to have extra fondant at the edges, than not having enough. C. Place the cake on a cake board.    Steps:    1.  Now, Knead the fondant until soft and pliable. 2. Then, dust your work surface and rolling pin with icing sugar( or corn flou...

       Making Fondant from scratch is a fun task every pastry lover should try out. It is quite easy to prepare once you get the hang of it.        Here's how to make rolled fondant for large cakes and Cupcake decoration. Rolled Fondant (Sugar Paste) ingredients:   - 1kg or 2 pounds Icing sugar (a.k.a Confectioners sugar)    - 500g Corn flour or extra Icing sugar (for kneading)(optional)  - 60ml or 4 tablespoonful or 1/4 cup Cold water  - 20ml or 1 sachet or 1 tablespoon unflavored Gelatin  - 1/2 cup or 125ml Liquid Glucose (or White Corn syrup)  - 15ml or 1 tablespoonful Glycerine  - 1 tablespoonful Butter or Shortening (for rolling and kneading)  - 1 teaspoon desired flavoring (optional)  - 1 tablespoon Cmc or Gum tex (optional but highly recommended) Note:   * Cmc (carboxy methyl cellulose) is the same as Tylose powder  * Gum tex is the same as Gum tragacan...

Butter icing (buttercream icing) serves as a yummy topping for Cakes , biscuits and a lot more. It is also used as a coating for cakes before covering with fondant. Butter icing (buttercream icing) is easy to prepare and does not require a lot of ingredients. You'll need: - 200 grams Butter (softened at room temperature, don't melt in microwave - 400 grams Icing Sugar (sifted) - 4 tablespoonful Milk - 1 tablespoon vanilla extract(optional) ( if using powdered milk, dissolve 1 tablespoonful of milk in 4 tablespoonful Preparation: 1. Place the soft butter in a wide bowl and beat until it is white, light and fluffy. 2. Then, gradually add the icing sugar and continue beating until the mixture is  fluffy again.  3. Finally, add the milk and vanilla (if you're using any) and beat until well combined and smooth.  Now you have a yummy Butter icing (buttercream icing) for your  cake frosting , icing and decorations.   Cake lightly coated with Butter Icing (Butte...

Coloring Fondant is another fun task I enjoy doing. It is easy to do, but also has to be done carefully so that you  can get the exact color tone you are a looking to get. Here's how to Color Fondant for Cake Decorating.  You'll need : - White Fondant - Food dye or coloring (liquid, powder or paste) - Gloves (to prevent staining your hands with dye) (dr. oetker food coloring , do not stain, I love using them) Steps 1. Put on the gloves and knead the fondant until soft and form a ball; then lightly punch the ball a little in the center .  2. Using a toothpick, pick a little of the coloring and tap it on the fondant, knead and repeat the process until you get your desired color.   If you're using liquid food dye add one drop at a time and knead until you get your desired color.  3. Finally form into a ball and tightly wrap up the fondant in a nylon or plastic bag and place in a sealed container until you're ready to use.   Tip: Always color more than y...

Nigerian Cake is super rich, dense and absolutely delicious. It is a variation of the conventional butter cake and does not fall apart or crumble when cut into slices.    If you've ever attended a Nigerian Wedding or birthday party and wondering how the cake was made; here's a detailed recipe you'll surely enjoy. Nigerian Cake Ingredients : This recipe makes a well risen 10 x 3 inch deep Cake. - 500 grams( about 4 cups) Plain Flour /All purpose flour - 500 grams Butter (at room temperature) - 10  Eggs (at room temperature) - 350 grams Sugar - 2 tablespoonful Baking powder - 2 tablespoonful flavor (coco or vanilla or butterscotch flavor) - 1 cup Brandy or Rum( optional but most people add it) - 2 tablespoonful Preservative powder (optional) - half cup browning(for dark cakes) (optional) -  1 handful Dry fruits (raisins, cherries) soaked in the alcohol you'll be using(optional) Notes:  - Preservative powder is optional in Nigerian Cake, but it is used by most Ba...