What has apple, dates, oats and cinnamon and smells divine? Breakfast of course!
In the continued attempts at eggless baking this month, this warm, cinnamony loaf with apple, dates & oats turned out to be quite the fall-in-a-bite. It has everything to complete your cool morning cravings. Now all I need is someone to get me that steaming cup of coffee.
Read More"Toast & tea, with friends of the soul
Many a heartbreak, and damage control,
Rainy days, and nights at end
Rules that were always available to bend,
Party nights, indecisive future to seek
Graduations, new jobs, love so meek
And even though life moves along,
Oh Singapore, you will always be home!"
I apologise it took me so long to post this recipe. It has been due for a while. But there is good reason behind it. I promise.
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This is a deliciously easy cake that has a subtle flavour of cardamom and tart bites of strawberry. The brown sugar adds a slight caramel flavour, which I absolutely adore in my baked goods! I never ever bake with white flour or refined/white sugar anymore, and I guarantee you this healthier version is just as addictive as any traditional cake. In fact, better ingredients just means you can have more guilt-free ;). Bake this pronto!
Read More"I want muffins, and I want them now,
Sweet, savory or spicy, i'll devour them any how!
A cold winter storm, and baked so fresh
Melted cheese and butter, and soft soft flesh
A bite or two, and boy I was hooked
Never did I ever, for spicy muffins look!
Now breakfast is served, and lunch & dinner
I think my friends, we have a baked winner!"
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I am not a cookie lover, but I get cravings. And always at the busiest, oddest and most inappropriate of times. So there is nothing left to do but to make a quick batch that will satisfy the palate without completely tipping the calorie balance.
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"Bakes brown & moist, this loaf for morning tea,
With coconut & a crunch, no sampling, gotta have a whole piece.
Atta takes over that dreaded flour, healthier, but tastes just as good,
Experiments in the kitchen, oh! aren't they fun with food!"
Go ahead, get that apron on, and put on your baking shoes,
If you're feeling down today, this will drive away those weekday woes.."
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“Eggplant, what can I say
You’re my hero true,
I put you in pasta
Or curry for two.
You are filled with iron
And that I like,
You char & sizzle
And soak up spice!
Now you’ve taken on fries
In an avatar new,
I’m not a stalker
But I’m so in love with you!”
Ingredients
1 small eggplant, washed and cut into strips
2 tablespoons gram flour (besan)
1/2 teaspoon crushed black pepper
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 teaspoons coriander powder
1 teaspoon dry mango powder (amchoor)
2 teaspoons chat masala (Indian mixed spice)
5 tablespoons + 1 tablespoon light olive oil
Salt to taste
Toss the eggplant with all the dry ingredients [except the chat masala] and 5 tablespoons of olive oil, till the pieces are evenly covered with flour. Line on a baking tray and sprinkle the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil evenly across. Bake in a 400 F pre-heated oven for 20-25 minutes, turning once in between. The pieces will turn brown and crisp on the outside, but will remain slightly soft on the inside. Cool slightly [will crisp up more] and eat it all up with some Sriracha or garlic aioli. Quite yummy!
“Have it at tea
Or with a dollop of cream,
Grey will turn to blue
And winter to spring serene.
Happiness will return
With a mouthful of cake,
There is no place like home
For this magical bake.
So roll up your sleeves
And get covered in flour,
Soft, moist, gently sweet
It’ll be gone in an hour!”
Adapted from a Food52 recipe
Ingredients
¾ cup grade A dark amber maple syrup
¾ cups non fat yogurt
3 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla creamer (or vanilla essence)
1 ½ cups all purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
Pinch of salt
½ cup light olive oil
Pre heat the oven to 350 F.
Beat eggs slightly and combine with the syrup, yogurt and creamer. Stir till the mixture is smooth. Mix the flour, salt & baking powder separately and add to the wet ingredients. Stir till just combined. Finally add the oil and fold with soft movements till the oil is fully incorporated in the batter (there should be none floating on top).
Pour into a greased bread or cake pan and bake in the centre rack for 45-50 mins. The edges will turn brown and crisp, and a toothpick inserted into center should come out clean. Cool slightly and cut into pieces. Enjoy warm with a cup of cardamom chai. Delish!
