Desserts And Good Food

    Key West Florida is one the most beautiful cities I ever seen. With the most spectacular sunset and Incredibles views surrounded the city, is one of those places you fell in love and don't want to leave.    U.S. Island city located at the southernmost tip of the Florida key archipelago. It's known for its coral reefs, destination for diving and snorkeling and for their famous Key lime pie.    With narrow streets and small shops line together where you can find all sort of stuff for your enjoyment daily life. Clothes, shoes, personal products, beauty salons, barber shops, coffee shops, bars, courtyards and gardens. Thank you to my daughter who share  her recipe with me.           I ngredients: 1 cup and 1 tablespoon of Graham Cracker Crumbs 1/4 cup sugar 1/4 cup butter melted Filling: 1 can of sweetened condensed milk 6 egg yolks 3/4 cup of key lime juice 1 tablespoon of key lime zest   Topping 1 cup of heavy...

 The inspiration for this this lovely and refreshing ice cream comes from Puerto Rico's traditional drink for Christmas called Coquito. Rich, smooth and creamy this delightful ice cream is a perfect match for summer hot weather.                                                          Ingredients: 1 cup heavy cream 4 egg yolks 2 tablespoon granulated sugar pinch of salt 1 cinnamon stick 1 can condensed milk 1 can coconut milk 2 teaspoon vanilla extract pinch of nutmeg  1 tablespoon coconut rum(optional) In a small saucepan mix the egg yolks with the sugar. Add the heavy cream, the cinnamon stick, a pinch of salt then mix until combined.  Heat the mixture over simmering water stirring constantly with a wooden spoon or until it thickens enough to coat a back of the spoon (nape).  Remove from the heat and c...

     This is the first flan recipe that I learned how to make. It is simple, delicious with a creamy texture that melts in your mouth. Use the best vanilla you can find it is worth it.                    This photo was taken a few years ago when I was in culinary school. That day the teacher wanted everybody to bring something from home to share an I was so happy that everybody loved my flan including my teacher.               Ingredients: 1 can condensed milk 1 can evaporated milk 1 cup of heavy cream 4 eggs 4 eggs yolks 1 tablespoon vanilla extract 1 Caramel recipe, refer to the post of  'Caramel for flan or bread pudding' 1- 8 x 8 x 2 cake pan 1 large roasting pan for (Bain Marie) Carefully pour the caramel into the cake pan and coat the bottom and the sides of the pan with the caramel. Set aside to cool.   Combine the condensed milk and evaporated ...

     The other day my daughter asked me  if I could ruin a white chocolate macadamia nut cookie for her. I accepted the challenge and for a few weeks I worked to develop this cookie recipe. The big challenge was to give the cookie dough flavor without masking the taste of the white chocolate and macadamia nuts.  After many tries I surprised my daughter with this creation.                   dessertsandgoodfood.blogspot.com Ingredients: 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour 2 tablespoon cornstarch 1/2 teaspoon salt 3 teaspoon baking powder 1 cup light brown sugar 1/2 cup granulated sugar 1 1/2 stick unsalted butter 1 egg, lightly beaten 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger  2 teaspoons vanilla extract 2/3 cup white chocolate chips  1 cup macadamia nuts Preheat the oven to 350°F Set aside one baking sheet lined with parchment paper. In the bowl of a stand mixer combine the granulated sugar and light bro...

       These buttery and tender cookies are filled with cheesecake and strawberry jam and will be the center of attention on your Valentine's Day dinner.                                                      dessertsandgoodfood.blogspot.com Ingredients: 3 cups (340 g) all- purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking powder 3/4 teaspoon salt 2 sticks (230 g) unsalted butter  1 cup (230 g) granulated sugar 2 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 large egg Homemade strawberry jam, recipe on the blog Cheesecake filling,  refer to cheesecake filling recipe 1- 2 1/2 inch heart shaped cookie cutters 1- 1 1/2 inch heart shape cookie cutter 2 baking sheets lined with parchment paper In a bowl whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat the butter and s...

             I bake to make people smile. These blondies are very easy to make and bring smiles to the faces of everyone that tastes them.          To make these extra special I swirl some coffee caramel on top of the batter before I place the pan in the oven.  The smell is incredible! It is very difficult to wait long enough to let them cool down, but be patient the wait is worth it.     #dessertsandgoodfood.blogspot.com Ingredients: 1 stick unsalted butter  at room temperature 2 large eggs, lightly beaten 1 1/4 cups packed light brown sugar 1 teaspoon molasses 2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract 1 1/4 cups unbleached all purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon baking soda 2/3 cup semisweet chocolate chips 1/4 cup homemade coffee caramel sauce (refer to the caramel sauce post) Preheat the oven to 350°F 8 x 8 cake pan Lining a cake pan Grease...

       I have always been fascinated with the science of cooking. Blend sugar and water together, cook the sugar until it turns into a beautiful light golden brown color then stir some coffee and cream together, add to the caramel. Now you have a wonderful concoction: coffee caramel sauce.       You want something better than that? Pour that caramel over blondies' batter before placing it in the oven.  You will e nd up with the most delectable blondies you have ever tasted.              dessertsandgoodfood.blogspot.com               Ingredients: 1 cup of sugar 1/4 cup water 3/4 cup of heavy cream 2 tablespoon instant espresso coffee powder  In a medium sauce pan at medium heat add 1/4 cup of water and  pour 1 cup of sugar in the center. Mix the sugar until dissolve, stop stirring. With a pastry brush soaked in ice cold wa...

      This is one of the first and simplest desserts on the Puerto Rican table.  I like to add a touch of brandy even though the original recipe does not have alcohol in it.                     dessertsandgoodfood.blogspot.com Ingredients: 2 ripe plantains 2 tablespoons butter 1 tablespoon olive oil                         1/4 cup white sugar                   1 cinnamon stick 5 whole cloves 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 teaspoon brandy (optional) Peel and cut the plantain in 1/2 inch round slices. In a shallow pan at medium heat add the oil and the plantains. Pan fry for a few minutes until caramelized on both sides Add the butter to the pan followed by the sugar, cinnamon stick, clove and vanilla and cook for about 2 minutes or until slightly browned.  Add brandy and...

       This is one of my favorite desserts, Cream Cheese Flan. Thanks to my sister-in-law Lucy who introduced me to cheese flan 38 years ago. Through the years I made some small changes to the recipe to suit my taste. Hope you enjoy this recipe as much as I have with my own family.                                       Ingredients: 8 oz. cream cheese(dice) 1-14 oz. can condensed milk 1-12 oz. can evaporated milk 1 cup heavy whipping cream 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 4 eggs 3 egg yolks Caramel (recipe below) 1- 8 x 8 x 2 cake pan (with caramel) 1- large roasting pan for the bain-marie Preheat oven to 325°F Combine cream cheese, condensed milk and evaporated milk in a blender and mix for 30 seconds. Scrape the sides of the blender and mix again for 30 more seconds. In a separate bowl whisk together the eggs and yolks slightly then add to the blend...