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Sri Lankan Watalappam (Easy Method)

Sri Lankan Watalappam (Easy Method)

Prep
15 min
Cook
65 min
Total
95 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Use your hands to break jaggery into pieces and place into a medium saucepan. Combine lukewarm water and coconut in a small bowl; add to the saucepan. Heat over medium heat and stir until jaggery is completely dissolved. Remove from heat and allow mixture to cool, about 15 minutes.
  2. 2 Beat eggs in a large bowl with an electric mixer until light and creamy. Add vanilla and cardamom seeds. Combine egg mixture with cooled jaggery mixture; mix until well combined. Transfer mixture into a steamer pot or steaming bowl.
  3. 3 Steam until custard has cooked through, about 45 minutes. Use a knife to check the middle area has cooked through. If it's still raw, cook for 15 more minutes. Allow watalappam to cool before refrigerating.
  4. 4 Serve chilled watalappam sprinkled with cashews.

By astroanu

Sri Lankan Milk Toffee

Sri Lankan Milk Toffee

5.0

Prep
10 min
Cook
25 min
Total
50 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Grease a square 9-inch baking pan with 2 teaspoons butter.
  2. 2 Combine sugar and water in a large saucepan over medium heat. Cook and stir until sugar dissolves. Pour in sweetened condensed milk; cook and stir until mixture starts to bubble, about 5 minutes. Reduce heat to low. Add cashews; cook, stirring frequently, until mixture thickens, about 10 minutes.
  3. 3 Stir 2 tablespoons butter, vanilla, and rose extract into the mixture. Continue to cook, stirring frequently, until mixture is very stiff, 8 to 10 minutes. Pour into the buttered baking pan. Spread flat using a spatula or the back of a spoon.
  4. 4 Cool toffee until firm, about 15 minutes. Cut into 1-inch pieces and transfer to an airtight container.

By Darlene Weerasooriya

Chai Tea Ice Cream

Chai Tea Ice Cream

4.3

Prep
15 min
Cook
20 min
Total
335 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Mix whole milk, whipping cream, sugar, cinnamon sticks, tea, garam masala, peppercorns, cardamom pods, anise pods, and nutmeg together in a saucepan; bring to a simmer and cook for 20 minutes. Strain mixture through a colander into a large bowl. Add up to 1 cup more milk to cut spice level and sweetness to your liking.
  2. 2 Pour milk mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer's instructions.
  3. 3 Stir chocolate into the churned milk mixture and freeze, stirring occasionally, until soft and creamy, 4 to 5 hours.

By Kimberly G

Sri Lankan Caramelized Pineapple-Upside Down Cake

Sri Lankan Caramelized Pineapple-Upside Down Cake

Prep
25 min
Cook
40 min
Total
75 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  2. 2 Melt butter for topping in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add jaggery and bring to a simmer, stirring every so often until jaggery is dissolved. Once it starts to bubble, turn off heat and immediately pour the mixture into a 9-inch round cake pan. Arrange pineapple slices on top of the caramel mixture. Set aside while you prepare the cake.
  3. 3 Combine almond flour, cornmeal, baking powder, and salt in a bowl. Grind star anise pod with a mortar and pestle and add to the flour mixture.
  4. 4 Beat butter in a bowl with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy. Add sugar and beat until creamed together. Beat in eggs on high speed until combined. Mix in vanilla and lemon zest. Pour the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients and beat on low speed until combined and no lumps remain; do not overmix. Pour batter over the pineapple topping in the pan and spread evenly.
  5. 5 Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, 30 to 45 minutes; do not overbake.
  6. 6 Remove from the oven and place on a wire rack; let cool for 10 to 15 minutes. Invert cake onto a cake stand or serving plate.

By Bee

Caramel in a Can (Dulce de Leche)

Caramel in a Can (Dulce de Leche)

4.9

Prep
5 min
Cook
210 min
Total
240 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Remove label from the can of condensed milk. Place unopened can in a 3 1/2- to 4 1/2-quart slow cooker. Pour water into the slow cooker until the can is completely covered with water. Put lid on the slow cooker.
  2. 2 Cook on High for 3 1/2 to 4 1/2 hours, making sure the can is always covered with water. Remove the hot can with tongs; allow to cool until safe to handle, at least 25 minutes. Do not attempt to open the can while it's still hot, as the hot dulce de leche may spit out because of the pressure inside the can.
  3. 3 Open the can and pour contents into a lidded bowl. Stir in vanilla extract.

By Chef Bradly

Creamy Vanilla Frozen Yogurt

Creamy Vanilla Frozen Yogurt

4.7

Prep
5 min
Cook
Total
60 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Mix together the yogurt, sugar, and vanilla. Refrigerate the yogurt mixture for 45 minutes.
  2. 2 Pour the yogurt mixture into the bowl of an ice cream maker and freeze according to the manufacturer's directions

By Paige

Vegan Whipped Cream

Vegan Whipped Cream

3.0

Prep
5 min
Cook
Total
10 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Place a mixing bowl in the freezer for 5 minutes. Remove from the freezer.
  2. 2 Combine coconut cream and vanilla extract in the chilled bowl; beat with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy. Gradually add the sugar while beating until thick and creamy, about 5 minutes.

By Allrecipes Member

Heather's Vegan Meringues

Heather's Vegan Meringues

2.5

Prep
20 min
Cook
70 min
Total
120 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 250 degrees F (120 degrees C). Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. 2 Beat aquafaba in a large bowl with an electric mixer on high speed until stiff peaks form, 10 to 13 minutes. Whisk in sugar, 1 heaping tablespoon at a time, until well combined. Whisk in vanilla.
  3. 3 Pipe or drop tablespoonfuls of the mixture onto the prepared baking sheets.
  4. 4 Bake in the preheated oven until firm to the touch, about 70 minutes. Let sit on the baking sheets for 2 minutes then transfer to wire racks to finish cooling, about 25 minutes.

By imheatherr

Vanilla Frozen Yogurt

Vanilla Frozen Yogurt

4.6

Prep
5 min
Cook
Total
200 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Stir together yogurt, sugar, and vanilla in a bowl until sugar is dissolved. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour.
  2. 2 Pour chilled mixture into an ice cream maker and freeze according to the manufacturer's directions until it reaches "soft-serve" consistency.
  3. 3 Transfer to a 1- or 2-quart plastic container with a lid; cover surface with plastic wrap and seal. Allow frozen yogurt to ripen in the freezer for at least 2 hours or overnight.

By TeenChef14

Foolproof Meringue

Foolproof Meringue

3.8

Prep
20 min
Cook
Total
20 min

Instructions

  1. 1 In a large glass or metal mixing bowl, combine egg whites, vanilla and lemon extract. Beat until foamy. Gradually add white sugar, continuing to beat until stiff peaks form. Spread meringue over pie, covering completely.
  2. 2 To bake: Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C.) Bake pie in the preheated oven for 10 to 15 minutes, or until golden brown.

By BELLWITCH1031

Basic Truffles

Basic Truffles

4.6

Prep
10 min
Cook
10 min
Total
110 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Combine chocolate and cream in a medium saucepan over medium heat; cook, stirring, until chocolate is melted and mixture is smooth. Remove from heat and whisk in vanilla. Pour into a small dish and refrigerate until set, but not hard, 1 ½ to 2 hours.

By Gina Mork

Whipped Coconut Cream (Vegan Whipped Cream)

Whipped Coconut Cream (Vegan Whipped Cream)

4.1

Prep
10 min
Cook
Total
490 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Refrigerate can of coconut milk, 8 hours or overnight.
  2. 2 Place metal mixing bowl and beaters in the refrigerator or freezer 1 hour before making whipped cream.
  3. 3 Open can of coconut milk, taking care not to shake it. Scoop coconut cream solids into cold mixing bowl. Reserve remaining liquid for another use.
  4. 4 Beat coconut cream using electric mixer with chilled beaters on medium speed; turn to high speed. Beat until stiff peaks form, 7 to 8 minutes. Add sugar and vanilla extract to coconut cream; beat 1 minute more. Taste and add more sugar if desired.

By Karen Gaudette Brewer

Simple Coconut Macaroons

Simple Coconut Macaroons

3.9

Prep
15 min
Cook
10 min
Total
45 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease cookie sheets.
  2. 2 Mix coconut, sweetened condensed milk, and vanilla in a medium bowl until well combined. Drop batter by teaspoonfuls onto prepared baking sheets, spacing about 1 inch apart.
  3. 3 Bake in the preheated oven until edges are lightly browned, 10 to 12 minutes. Remove cookies from baking sheets using a moistened spatula and cool on wire racks until firm, about 20 minutes. Store in an airtight container at room temperature.

By Gayle Marie Larson

Brown Sugar Shortbread Cookies

Brown Sugar Shortbread Cookies

3.7

Prep
Cook
Total

Instructions

  1. 1 In large mixer bowl, beat margarine and sugar until creamy. Add vanilla; then gradually beat in flour, blending thoroughly.
  2. 2 Gather dough into a ball, wrap tightly in plastic wrap, and refrigerate until firm (1 hour) or for up to 3 days.
  3. 3 Preheat oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C).
  4. 4 On lightly floured board, roll out dough to 1/4" thick. Cut, place on lightly greased sheets. Bake 35-40 minutes or until firm to the touch (press very lightly to test). Transfer to racks and let cool. Store in an airtight container.

By Robin

Microwave Flan

Microwave Flan

2.4

Prep
5 min
Cook
15 min
Total
20 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Heat 1 cup of sugar (dry) in a saucepan over medium heat. Do not stir until you start to see the sugar melting and bubbling. When the sugar is completely melted and golden brown, pour it into a 9 inch glass or ceramic pie plate and tilt to coat.
  2. 2 In a large bowl, mix the milk, remaining sugar, vanilla and eggs until well blended. Pour into the pie plate.
  3. 3 Cook in the microwave at 50% power for 7 minutes, then cook at 100% power for 8 minutes. A knife inserted into the center of the flan should come out clean when it is done. If it is not done after the 8 minutes, cook at one minute intervals, checking each time. Cool and refrigerate before serving.
  4. 4 To serve, warm the bottom of the pie plate over a pan of simmering water to loosen the caramelized sugar. Place a serving plate on top of the dish, and invert so that the flan is on the serving dish and the caramelized coating is on top.

By anar_73

Mini Meringues

Mini Meringues

4.2

Prep
15 min
Cook
35 min
Total
75 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. 2 Beat egg whites in a large bowl with an electric mixer until stiff, but not dry. Gradually beat in sugar until a little of the mixture between your thumb and forefinger feels smooth, not gritty. Stir in vanilla.
  3. 3 Pipe or spoon small portions onto the prepared baking sheet.
  4. 4 Bake in the preheated oven until dry but not brown, about 35 minutes. Turn the oven off and leave meringues inside to cool for at least 25 minutes.

By KSUTTON

Easy Chocolate Bundt Cake Glaze

Easy Chocolate Bundt Cake Glaze

4.7

Prep
5 min
Cook
5 min
Total
10 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Combine sweetened condensed milk and chocolate chips in a saucepan over medium heat. Cook, stirring constantly, until the chips are melted and the mixture is smooth. Do not allow it to bubble.
  2. 2 Remove from heat and stir in vanilla. Cool slightly before drizzling over cake.

By TUNISIANSWIFE

Keto Crème Brûlée

Keto Crème Brûlée

4.5

Prep
10 min
Cook
35 min
Total
55 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
  2. 2 Whisk egg yolks and vanilla extract in a bowl until combined.
  3. 3 Pour heavy whipping cream and 1 tablespoon sweetener into a saucepan; heat, whisking continuously, over medium heat until it starts to simmer. Remove from heat; gradually add egg yolk mixture, whisking continuously, until well combined.
  4. 4 Divide mixture evenly between 4 ramekins and place them in a glass baking dish; pour in enough hot water to come halfway up the sides of the dish.
  5. 5 Bake in the preheated oven on the middle rack until set, about 30 minutes.
  6. 6 Sprinkle 1 tablespoon sweetener over each crème brûlée. Use a culinary torch to heat sweetener until caramelized, about 30 seconds. Refrigerate until set, about 10 minutes.

By Fioa

Homemade Raspberry Sauce for Pancakes or Crepes

Homemade Raspberry Sauce for Pancakes or Crepes

4.5

Prep
5 min
Cook
15 min
Total
20 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Combine raspberries, sugar, and vanilla in a heavy-bottom saucepan; bring to a boil. Lower temperature to medium-low and simmer, stirring often, until sauce is thick and smooth, about 15 minutes.

By Johlene

3-Ingredient Whipped Cream

3-Ingredient Whipped Cream

5.0

Prep
5 min
Cook
Total
10 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Place a medium bowl and mixer beaters into the freezer to chill, about 5 minutes.
  2. 2 Pour cream into the chilled bowl and beat with an electric mixer until frothy. Add sugar and vanilla gradually, continuing to beat until soft peaks form.

By Chef Carlie

Old Time Egg Custard

Old Time Egg Custard

3.1

Prep
10 min
Cook
30 min
Total
40 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Whisk eggs and sugar together in a large pot. Gradually add milk, whisking constantly. Stir in vanilla.
  2. 2 Heat milk mixture over low heat, stirring constantly. Cook, stirring occasionally, until mixture thickens and coats the back of a wooden spoon, about 30 minutes. Pour into a serving dish and allow to cool.

By MandaSuthrnChf

Mason Jar Ice Cream

Mason Jar Ice Cream

4.3

Prep
5 min
Cook
Total
250 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Place a 1-pint wide-mouth Mason jar in the freezer until chilled, about 5 minutes.
  2. 2 Place cream, condensed milk, vanilla, and salt into the chilled jar. Beat with an electric hand mixer fitted with only one beater until thickened to the consistency of soft serve, 2 to 3 minutes, gradually increasing mixer speed from low to high. If desired, stir in any mix-ins with a long-handled spoon, making sure to leave at least 1/2 inch headspace. Seal the jar and freeze until hardened, about 4 hours.
Meringue Buttercream

Meringue Buttercream

5.0

Prep
10 min
Cook
10 min
Total
20 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Combine egg whites and sugar in a heat-safe bowl. Set the bowl over a pot of simmering water. Whip mixture until the temperature reaches 120 degrees F (49 degrees C) on a digital or instant thermometer and sugar is dissolved, about 5 minutes.
  2. 2 Remove egg white mixture from heat. Continue to whip until soft peaks form and the meringue temperature has come down to 99 degrees F (37 degrees C) or lower, 4 to 7 minutes.
  3. 3 Add butter to the meringue, 2 tablespoons at a time, whipping until incorporated and fluffy. Scrape the sides of the bowl and keep mixing until smooth, 5 to 8 minutes. Add vanilla extract and whip until incorporated.

By 2Kings61617