Let’s talk ganache—the silky, glossy, chocolatey dream that graces everything from elegant layer cakes to truffles. If you’re a baker or dessert enthusiast like me, you’ve probably found yourself with a bowl of leftover ganache more times than you can count. It’s too precious to waste (hello, it’s chocolate!), but sometimes you’re unsure what to…
Baking Ingredients
NATURAL VS DUTCH PROCESSED COCOA POWDER: WHATS THE DIFFERENCE
If you’ve ever stood in the baking aisle wondering which cocoa powder to choose, you’re not alone. Natural cocoa powder and Dutch-processed cocoa powder may look similar, but they have distinct differences that can impact the taste, texture and chemistry of your baked goods. Understanding how each type works—and when to use them—can take your…
MANGO FRAPPE
When the heat is relentless, this mango frappe is my go-to escape in a glass. It starts with juicy, sun-ripened mangoes blended into a smooth, golden purée. A generous drizzle of condensed milk adds a rich, velvety sweetness, while chilled milk brings it all together with a creamy finish. Then comes the magic — a…
DIFFERENT LEAVENING AGENTS & THEIR ROLES IN BAKING
Whether you’re baking fluffy pancakes, crusty sourdough bread, a tender chocolate cake or crispy yet gooey cookies, one ingredient plays a silent but powerful role: leavening agents. These unsung heroes are responsible for the rise, lightness and texture in baked creations. But what exactly do they do and how do they work? Leavening agents are…
DIFFERENT EGG REPLACERS IN BAKED RECIPES
Eggs are indispensable in baking due to their multifaceted roles that enhance texture, structure, flavor and appearance. Eggs serve multiple roles in baking—binding, leavening, moisture and richness. They can act as a leavening agent by incorporating air and expanding when heated. Additionally, eggs bind ingredients together, making batters and doughs more stable. They also add moisture…
EGGLESS ATTA CHOCOLATE CAKE IN BLENDER
This atta chocolate cake is all about ease, comfort and indulgent flavor—made effortlessly in a blender and finished with a luscious nutty glaze. The batter comes together in just minutes, using everyday ingredients like whole wheat flour, ghee, cocoa powder and a dash of vinegar for that perfect rise. There’s no creaming, whisking, or sifting—just…
PRODUCTS AND BRANDS THAT I USE FOR BAKING
As someone who spends a lot of time in the kitchen testing and perfecting recipes, I’ve come to realise that the quality of ingredients can make a world of difference in baking. From flours and sugars to chocolates and leavening agents, the brands I choose aren’t just about labels—they’re about consistency, taste and trust. In…
Whisking Worries Away: Why Baking Feels Like Therapy for So Many of Us
Some people run. Some people journal. Some people…bake. And not just for birthdays or dinner parties. We bake when we’re sad. We bake when we’re stressed. We bake when everything feels a bit too much. But why does baking feel so comforting, so healing—like a warm hug in a cold moment? This post is a…
