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…
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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…
🧁 Small Batch Baking: How to Halve or Quarter a Recipe (Without Ruining It)
There’s something so therapeutic about baking — but sometimes, you don’t want a full tray of brownies tempting you all day. Or maybe you’re testing a new recipe and don’t want to waste ingredients if it flops. Or maybe — and let’s be real — you just want one cupcake. Welcome to the world of…
GLASS VS METAL PANS FOR BAKING
Glass and metal pans react very differently when heated. Metal pans heat up quickly and cool down quickly whereas glass pans heat up slowly and cool down slowly as well. To know about these differences will help you make a better choice when choosing one kind of pan versus the other. The pan/dish you choose…
BAKING HACKS YOU WISH YOU KNEW SOONER!
Baking is both an art and a science—one misstep and your cookies could turn into rocks, or your cake could collapse! But don’t worry, these baking hacks will help you bake like a pro while saving time, effort and even a few baking disasters. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced baker, these tips will…
MICROWAVE VS OVEN BAKING
If you love baking as much as I do, you’ve probably wondered whether a microwave can really replace an oven. We’ve all seen those viral microwave mug cakes that take just a minute to make, but can a microwave actually handle more than that? Or is the oven still the undisputed champion of baking? Let’s…
TYPES OF CREAMS & THEIR USES
Cream is a vital ingredient in dessert-making, adding richness, texture and flavor to a variety of sweet treats. Whether you’re whipping up a delicate mousse, frosting a cake or creating a luscious ice cream, choosing the right type of cream is essential. The Indian market offers a variety of creams, broadly classified into fresh cream,…
HOW TO MAKE MARBLE CHOCOLATE GLAZE
Want to take your desserts to the next level? A stunning finish can make all the difference, transforming an ordinary treat into a bakery-worthy masterpiece. One of the most eye-catching ways to achieve this is with a beautifully swirled marble chocolate glaze. With its glossy shine and mesmerizing patterns, this glaze adds an elegant, artistic…
