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Cake Fondant

Cake Fondant

4.3

Prep
15 min
Cook
Total
15 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Gather the ingredients.
  2. 2 Mix butter, sweetened condensed milk, confectioners' sugar, and vanilla extract in a mixing bowl until fondant has the consistency of modeling clay. If fondant is too moist, knead in additional confectioners' sugar.
  3. 3 Roll fondant out on a work surface generously dusted with confectioners' sugar to desired thickness.

By beth plouff

Brown Butter Frosting

Brown Butter Frosting

4.5

Prep
10 min
Cook
5 min
Total
15 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Heat butter, stirring constantly, in a saucepan over medium-low heat until it browns and becomes very aromatic, 5 to 10 minutes. Whisk confectioners' sugar into butter until dissolved and remove saucepan from heat; stir in milk and vanilla extract.
  2. 2 Beat butter mixture using an electric mixer until frosting is smooth; add more milk if frosting is too thick.

By blueyedfeather

Marshmallow Fondant

Marshmallow Fondant

4.6

Prep
30 min
Cook
5 min
Total
515 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Gather all ingredients.
  2. 2 Place butter in a shallow bowl and set aside until needed for kneading.
  3. 3 Place marshmallows in a large microwave-safe bowl and microwave on high to start melting the marshmallows, 30 seconds to 1 minute.
  4. 4 Carefully stir water and vanilla into hot marshmallows; stir until the mixture is smooth.
  5. 5 Slowly beat in confectioners' sugar, 1 cup at a time, until you have a sticky dough. Reserve 1 cup confectioners' sugar for kneading. The dough will be very stiff.
  6. 6 Rub your hands thoroughly with butter and begin kneading the sticky dough. As you knead, the dough will become workable and pliable. Turn the dough out onto a working surface dusted with confectioners' sugar and continue kneading until the fondant is smooth and no longer sticky to the touch, 5 to 10 minutes.
  7. 7 Form the fondant into a ball, wrap it tightly in plastic wrap, and refrigerate, 8 hours to overnight.
  8. 8 To use, allow the fondant to come to room temperature and roll it out onto a flat surface dusted with confectioners' sugar.

By Kiele Briscoe

Lemon Cream Cheese Frosting

Lemon Cream Cheese Frosting

4.7

Prep
15 min
Cook
Total
15 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Gather the ingredients.
  2. 2 Beat cream cheese, butter, lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla together in a large bowl using an electric mixer until smooth and fluffy; gradually beat in confectioners' sugar, 1 cup at a time, until desired consistency is reached.

By Carol

Perfect Cinnamon Roll Icing

Perfect Cinnamon Roll Icing

4.9

Prep
10 min
Cook
Total
10 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Gather all ingredients.
  2. 2 Beat butter and cream cheese together in a large bowl with an electric mixer until creamy.
  3. 3 Blend in milk and vanilla.
  4. 4 Gradually mix in confectioners' sugar and salt until smooth and fluffy.
  5. 5 Frost the cinnamon rolls with about ¼ of the icing when they are still warm. When they’re cooled, top with remaining icing. The bottom layer will not only melt into the pastry, it will serve as a sort of protective barrier that will keep the cinnamon rolls fresher for longer. Enjoy!

By Cara McGuire

Dried Apricot Jam

Dried Apricot Jam

4.5

Prep
Cook
20 min
Total
110 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Soak apricots in boiling water in a bowl until hydrated, about 30 minutes. Blend apricots, remaining water, and vanilla extract in a food processor, working in batches, until blended but still slightly chunky.
  2. 2 Combine apricot mixture with pectin in a large pot over medium heat; cook until just boiling. Add sugar and lemon juice; boil until sugar has dissolved, 1 to 2 minutes.
  3. 3 Sterilize jars and lids in boiling water for at least 5 minutes. Pack the apricot jam into the hot, sterilized jars, filling the jars to within 1/4-inch of the top. Run a knife or a thin spatula around the insides of the jars after they have been filled to remove any air bubbles. Wipe the rims of the jars with a moist paper towel to remove any food residue. Top with lids, and screw on rings.
  4. 4 Place a rack in the bottom of a large stockpot and fill halfway with water. Bring to a boil, then carefully lower the jars into the pot using a holder. Leave a 2-inch space between the jars. Pour in more boiling water if necessary until the water level is at least 1 inch above the tops of the jars. Bring the water to a full boil, cover the pot, and process for 10 minutes.
  5. 5 Remove jars from the stockpot and place onto a cloth-covered or wood surface, several inches apart, until cool, about 1 hour. Once cool, press the top of each lid with a finger, ensuring that the seal is tight (lid does not move up or down at all). Store in a cool, dark area.

By Cookin4Six!

Holland Cream (White Cream Filling)

Holland Cream (White Cream Filling)

4.4

Prep
15 min
Cook
5 min
Total
35 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Gather all ingredients.
  2. 2 Stir sugar and 1/2 cup water together in a saucepan over medium heat until sugar has dissolved and mixture comes to a boil. Remove from the heat and let cool completely, 15 to 30 minutes.
  3. 3 Pour cooled syrup into a large mixing bowl. Add shortening, oil, and vanilla; beat with an electric mixer on high speed until well blended.
  4. 4 Beat in confectioners' sugar, 1 cup at a time, until filling is thick and fluffy.
  5. 5 Mix in water, 1 tablespoon at a time, if filling is too thick.

By Allrecipes Member

Winter Simmer Pot

Winter Simmer Pot

4.8

Prep
10 min
Cook
485 min
Total
495 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Bring 8 cups water to a boil in a large pot over high heat. Add orange peel, apple peel, lemon peel, cinnamon sticks, vanilla, star anise, and pine sprig to the pot.
  2. 2 Reduce the heat to low and simmer for as long as desired, up to 8 hours or all day. Check the water level every 30 minutes, adding more water as necessary.

By The Gruntled Gourmand

Momma's Fresh Fig Preserves

Momma's Fresh Fig Preserves

5.0

Prep
15 min
Cook
185 min
Total
935 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Bring figs, sugar, lemon juice, ginger, cinnamon, vanilla, and salt to a simmer in a saucepan over medium heat; reduce heat and cook at a low simmer, stirring every 20 minutes, until reaches desired consistency, 3 to 4 hours.
  2. 2 Inspect 5 or 6 half pint-sized jars for cracks and rings for rust, discarding any defective ones. Immerse in simmering water until fig preserves are ready. Wash new, unused lids and rings in warm soapy water.
  3. 3 Pack fig preserves into hot, sterilized jars, filling to within ¼ inch of tops. Run a clean knife or thin spatula around insides of jars to remove any air bubbles. Wipe rims with a moist paper towel to remove any residue. Top with lids and screw rings on tightly.
  4. 4 Place a rack in bottom of a large stockpot and fill halfway with water; bring to a boil and lower jars 2 inches apart into the boiling water using a holder. Pour in more boiling water to cover jars by at least 1 inch. Bring to a rolling boil, cover, and process for 10 minutes.
  5. 5 Remove jars from stockpot; rest, several inches apart, for 12 to 24 hours. Press center of each lid with a finger to ensure lid does not move up or down. Remove rings and store in a cool, dark area.

By MA McBridges

Warm Apple Compote

Warm Apple Compote

4.7

Prep
10 min
Cook
10 min
Total
20 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat; cook and stir pecans in melted butter until lightly toasted, 2 to 3 minutes. Transfer toasted pecans to a bowl with a slotted spoon, reserving butter in pan. Cook and stir apples in reserved butter until apples begin to soften, about 2 minutes; add sugar.
  2. 2 Stir water, raisins, and salt into apple mixture. Simmer, stirring occasionally, until raisins are plump, about 5 minutes. Add whiskey, vanilla extract, and toasted pecans.

By theinnerlight

Classic French Frangipane

Classic French Frangipane

Prep
10 min
Cook
15 min
Total
25 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Bring milk to a boil in a saucepan. Remove from the heat and set aside.
  2. 2 Beat 1/4 cup sugar, egg, and egg yolk together until foamy. Add flour and slowly pour in hot milk, beating constantly until smooth and no lumps remain.
  3. 3 Pour the mixture back into the saucepan and slowly bring to a simmer over low heat. Cook, beating constantly to avoid any lumps, until thickened, 3 to 5 minutes. Remove from the heat.
  4. 4 Add butter and stir until melted. Add the remaining 1/2 cup sugar, almond meal, vanilla extract, and almond extract. Let cool, stirring every so often to prevent a skin from forming.
  5. 5 Once cooled, use it right away or refrigerate until ready to use.

By Nadia

Best Slow Cooker Pumpkin Butter

Best Slow Cooker Pumpkin Butter

4.5

Prep
5 min
Cook
180 min
Total
185 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Spray the inside of a slow cooker with cooking spray.
  2. 2 Mix pumpkin puree, brown sugar, white sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, cloves, vanilla extract, and salt in a bowl until well incorporated. Transfer to the slow cooker.
  3. 3 Cook on Low, stirring occasionally, until pumpkin butter has thickened to desired consistency, about 3 hours.

By Yoly

Real Fig Preserves

Real Fig Preserves

4.5

Prep
35 min
Cook
85 min
Total
3720 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Fill a large bowl with cool water; add baking soda and stir to dissolve. Add figs and gently stir to clean. Drain water and rinse figs thoroughly with fresh, cool water. Drain again.
  2. 2 Transfer figs to a large pot; add sugar, water, butter, lemon slices, lemon juice, cinnamon, vanilla, ginger, and cloves. Stir gently to dissolve sugar, keeping figs as intact as possible.
  3. 3 Bring mixture to a boil over medium heat. Reduce the heat and simmer, stirring gently a few times to keep figs from burning onto the bottom, until figs are golden brown and coated in syrup, about 1 hour. Add salt to tame the sweetness if desired.
  4. 4 Meanwhile, inspect 8 half-pint jars for cracks and rings for rust, discarding any defective ones. Immerse in simmering water until figs are ready. Wash new, unused lids and rings in warm soapy water.
  5. 5 Pack figs into hot, sterilized jars and top off with syrup, filling to within 1/4 inch of the top. Run a clean knife or thin spatula around the insides of the jars to remove any air bubbles. Wipe rims with a moist paper towel to remove any residue. Top with lids and screw rings on tightly.
  6. 6 Place a rack in the bottom of a large stockpot and fill halfway with water. Bring to a boil and lower jars 2 inches apart into the boiling water using a holder. Pour in more boiling water to cover jars by at least 1 inch. Bring to a rolling boil, cover, and process for 15 minutes.
  7. 7 Remove the jars from the stockpot and place onto a cloth-covered or wood surface. Let rest, several inches apart, for 12 to 24 hours. Press the center of each lid with a finger to ensure the lid does not move up or down. Store in a cool, dark area, and wait at least 2 days before opening.

By Dee

Vanilla Sesame Cake

Vanilla Sesame Cake

3.7

Prep
30 min
Cook
40 min
Total
100 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. 2 With an electric mixer, beat the butter and sugar together in a mixing bowl until the mixture is creamy, about 5 minutes. Beat in the eggs, one at a time, beating until each egg is incorporated before adding the next one. Stir in the vanilla extract and black sesame seeds, mixing until well blended. Lightly stir in the flour to make a smooth batter, and pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish.
  3. 3 Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean, about 40 minutes. Cool in the pans for 10 minutes before removing to cool completely on a wire rack.

By Jubilee

Green Tea Cheesecake

Green Tea Cheesecake

4.6

Prep
15 min
Cook
25 min
Total
100 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  2. 2 Beat cream cheese and sugar together in a large bowl with an electric mixer until smooth. Beat in eggs, green tea powder, and vanilla extract until light and creamy; pour into the prepared crust.
  3. 3 Bake in the preheated oven until center jiggles evenly when cake is lightly shaken, about 25 minutes. Refrigerate before serving, 1 hour.

By SARAHMURRAY

Turmeric Coffee Latte

Turmeric Coffee Latte

4.8

Prep
5 min
Cook
5 min
Total
10 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Combine coconut milk, vanilla extract, stevia sweetener, turmeric, ginger, and cinnamon in a saucepan. Heat over medium heat until warm, about 5 minutes.
  2. 2 Remove the saucepan from heat. Blend until frothy using an immersion blender.
  3. 3 Pour espresso into a serving mug. Top off with frothed milk mixture.

By Yoly

Fortune Cookies So Easy

Fortune Cookies So Easy

3.8

Prep
15 min
Cook
10 min
Total
25 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease cookie sheets, or line with parchment paper. Have fortunes ready to go on small strips of paper.
  2. 2 In a large glass or metal bowl, whip egg whites and sugar on high speed of an electric mixer until frothy, about 2 minutes. Reduce speed to low, and stir in melted butter, vanilla, almond extract, water and flour one at a time, mixing well after each. Consistency should resemble pancake batter. Spoon the batter into 3 inch circles on the prepared baking sheets. Leave room between for spreading.
  3. 3 Bake for 5 to 7 minutes in the preheated oven, or until the edges begin to brown slightly. Quickly remove one at a time, place a message in the center, and fold in half. Fold the ends of the half together into a horse shoe shape. If they spring open, place them in a muffin tin to cool until set.

By BABYCAKES291

The Best Butter Mochi

The Best Butter Mochi

5.0

Prep
15 min
Cook
50 min
Total
95 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease a 9x13-inch pan.
  2. 2 Mix mochiko, sugar, baking powder, and cinnamon together in a large bowl.
  3. 3 Whisk eggs and vanilla extract together in a small bowl.
  4. 4 Mix eggs into the mochiko mixture. Pour in coconut milk and evaporated milk; mix well. Fold in melted butter until batter is smooth.
  5. 5 Pour batter into the greased pan. Tap pan on a flat work surface to settle the batter.
  6. 6 Bake in the preheated oven until top is golden brown, about 50 minutes. Let cool before slicing, about 30 minutes.

By AsianHawaiiGirl

Black Sesame Cupcakes

Black Sesame Cupcakes

5.0

Prep
15 min
Cook
20 min
Total
35 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Line 2 muffin tins with cupcake liners.
  2. 2 Toast sesame seeds in a dry frying pan over medium heat, stirring and tossing constantly, until fragrant, about 2 minutes. Omit this step if the seeds are already toasted.
  3. 3 Beat butter and sugar in a large bowl using an electric mixer until creamy. Add toasted seeds, eggs, sesame paste, and vanilla extract. Beat until combined. Gradually beat in flour, baking powder, and salt. Add milk and beat for a few more minutes until combined.
  4. 4 Fill cupcake liners with the batter.
  5. 5 Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into a cupcake comes out clean, 16 to 18 minutes.

By Fugendake

Matcha Green Tea Cake

Matcha Green Tea Cake

5.0

Prep
15 min
Cook
20 min
Total
35 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9-inch baking dish.
  2. 2 Combine eggs, 2 egg whites, and 3/4 cup egg whites in a large bowl; beat with an electric mixer until thick and doubled in volume. Add ingredients one at a time, beating 15 to 30 seconds after each addition, in the following order: sugar, honey, flour, baking powder, matcha, vanilla extract, butter, and buttermilk. Pour batter into the prepared baking dish.
  3. 3 Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, about 25 to 30 minutes.

By Lumineer Academy

Egg Tarts II

Egg Tarts II

4.1

Prep
40 min
Cook
20 min
Total
60 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C.)
  2. 2 In a large bowl, mix flour and salt together. Blend in butter with a pastry cutter until mixture resemble coarse crumbs. In a small bowl, beat the egg with the cold water. Stir the egg mixture into the flour mixture to form a soft dough. Wrap with plastic and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  3. 3 Divide dough in half. Roll each half out to 1/8 inch thickness. Using a 3.5 inch (8.5 centimeter) fluted round cookie cutter, cut out 22 rounds. Press dough into lightly greased 3 inch tart pans.
  4. 4 In a saucepan over low heat, stir water and sugar until sugar dissolves. Measure 1 cup plus 2 tablespoons of the resulting syrup and set aside to cool.
  5. 5 In a large bowl, combine eggs, evaporated milk and vanilla. Beat until smooth. Strain into reserved syrup and mix well. Pour into prepared tart shells.
  6. 6 Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until pastry is golden brown and filling is set.

By Goh Mei Lee

Asian-Inspired Honey-Vanilla Chicken

Asian-Inspired Honey-Vanilla Chicken

4.2

Prep
15 min
Cook
10 min
Total
45 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Stir together soy sauce, orange juice, hot pepper sauce, vanilla, brown sugar, and honey until dissolved. Season with minced garlic, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning. Whisk in sesame oil and vegetable oil until combined.
  2. 2 Toss chicken with marinade, cover, and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes.
  3. 3 Adjust oven rack to its top position, and turn oven on to Broil.
  4. 4 Place chicken into a baking dish or baking sheet. Broil until golden brown, 5 to 8 minutes. Turn chicken over, and continue broiling until no longer pink, about 5 minutes more.

By LaChefMadam

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

Vanilla Syrup Substitute

Vanilla Syrup Substitute

3.5

Prep
5 min
Cook
5 min
Total
10 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Combine sugar and water in a saucepan and bring to a rolling boil over medium heat. Cook and stir until sugar has dissolved, 1 to 2 minutes.
  2. 2 Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract. Let syrup cool.

By Abby

Two-Ingredient Banana Pancakes

Two-Ingredient Banana Pancakes

3.5

Prep
3 min
Cook
2 min
Total
5 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Mix banana and egg together in a bowl until no lumps remain. Add vanilla extract to the batter.
  2. 2 Heat a greased skillet or griddle over medium heat. Pour batter into the pan. Cook until bubbles appear, about 1 minute. Flip and cook until golden, about 1 minute more.

By peace9420

Strawberry Shortcake Filling

Strawberry Shortcake Filling

4.5

Prep
10 min
Cook
5 min
Total
15 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Cut 1/3 of the strawberries in half. Combine halved and whole strawberries, sugar, and vanilla extract in a saucepan over medium-low heat. Cook, stirring occasionally, until sauce thickens, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat.
  2. 2 Puree 1/3 of the sauce mixture carefully in an electric blender. Mix into the remaining sauce.

By JonSnyde

Vegan Sweetened Condensed Milk

Vegan Sweetened Condensed Milk

4.3

Prep
5 min
Cook
45 min
Total
50 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Combine coconut milk and sugar in a small saucepan over medium heat. Cook at a gentle simmer, whisking frequently, until volume is reduced to 1 cup, about 45 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.

By Druhda

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