CHOCOLATE BANANA MUFFINS ...

CHOCOLATE BANANA MUFFINS

adapted from :    Pinoy Cooking Recipes.com

Ingredients :

3/4  cup  dark brown sugar

6  tbsp  unsalted butter   ~  melted   (90 gm)

1  large  egg

1  tsp  vanilla extract

3  large  ripe bananas about  1 cup when mashed

1  cup  all-purpose flour

1/2  cup  unsweetened cocoa powder

1  tsp  baking powder

1  tsp  baking soda

1/2  tsp  salt

3/4  cup  semi-sweet chocolate chips plus more for topping

Method :

~   Preheat oven to 425'F/218'C.

~   In a large bowl, whisk together sugar, butter, egg and vanilla extract.

~   Add mashed bananas and whisk to combine.

~   Place a strainer over the bowl and sift together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda and salt.  Lastly, fold in chocolate chip until just combined.

~   Use a spatula to mix and stir until just combined.  Do not overmix.

~   Line a standard 12 cup non-stick muffin pan with paper liners.  Scoop and divide batter equally into 12 cups.

~   Top with more chocolate chips, about 5-8 pieces depending on your preference.

~   Bake for 5 minutes at 425'F/218'C then lower heat to 350'F/176'C and bake an additional 12-15 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in muffin comes out almost clean.

~   Remove from oven and cool for about 10 minutes before removing from muffin tin.  Cool completely on wire rack.

~   Serve and enjoy !!!

TAISAN (FILIPINO CHIFFON CAKE) ...

TAISAN (FILIPINO CHIFFON CAKE)

adapted from :    PinoyCookingRecipes.com

Ingredients :

1 1/4  cups  cake flour

1  tsp  baking powder

1/2  tsp  salt

6  large  eggs   ~  separated, room temperature

1/2  tsp  vanilla extract

1/4  cup + 1/2 cup  sugar

1/4  cup + 2 tablespoon  fresh milk

1/4  cup  vegetable oil

1/4  tsp  cream of tartar

Sugar and grated cheddar cheese, for topping

Utensils :   Loaf pan :  2  (size :  9 x 5 inch)

Method :

1.  In medium bowl, add egg yolks and 1/4 cup sugar.  Whisk until color turns pale yellow.  Add vanilla extract, milk and oil.  Whisk until combined and sugar is fully dissolved.

2.  In a large mixing bowl, sift together flour, baking powder and salt.  Stir to combine.  Make a well in the center and pour the liquid ingredients.  Whisk until just combined.  Do not over mix.

3.  In a separate bowl, using a hand mixer, beat the egg whites until frothy.  Add the cream of tartar and continue beating until foamy.  Gradually add the 1/2 cup sugar and beat until stiff peak forms.

4.  Gradually add the meringue into the batter and fold until fully incorporated.  Do not over mix.

5.  Divide the batter equally into 2 ungreased loaf pans with bottom lined with parchment paper.

6.  Tap the pan with battter to remove air bubbles.

7.  Bake in a preheated oven at 350'F/176'C for 30-35 minutes or until toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.  Remove from oven and cool completely before removing from the pan.  Loosen the edges using a spatula and invert to remove the parchment paper.

8.  Spread melted butter on top and sprinkle with white sugar.  Top with grated cheese.

9.  Slice and enjoy !

BINANGKAL ...

BINANGKAL  

(FRIED BREAD SESAME BALLS)

adapted from :    FB@YummyKitchen...

Binangkal is a deep-fried bread coated with sesame seeds, popular in Viasayas and Mindanao.  Best partnered with coffee !!!

Ingredients :

1-1/2  cups  all-purpose flour

3/4  cup  powdered milk  (or skimmed milk)

1  tbsp  baking powder

1  tbsp  melted butter  (or margarine)

1/3  cup  sugar

1  egg  (me :  large)

1/4  cup  evaporated milk

1/2  cup  sesame seeds  (me :  black & white)

Instructions :

1.  Combine flour, powdered milk and baking powder in a bowl.  Mix well.  Set aside.

2.  In a separate mixing bowl, combine melted butter, sugar, egg and evaporated milk.  Mix well.

3.  Combine wet and dry ingredients.  Mix and knead until smooth.

4.  Form into a ball.  Then, coat with sesame seeds right away.  (OR dip in water with little flour and coat with sesame seeds).

5.  Deep fry until golden.

6.  Enjoy with coffee !!!