But he still doesn't know how to press the button (at the wheel) to accelerate the tractor. So we have to push him from back and he is pretty enjoying sitting on the 'automatic' tractor.
Tuesday, October 26, 2010
Mini tractor from grandpa
JJ's birthday coming soon and his grandpa already bought him a BIG present.
But he still doesn't know how to press the button (at the wheel) to accelerate the tractor. So we have to push him from back and he is pretty enjoying sitting on the 'automatic' tractor.
But he still doesn't know how to press the button (at the wheel) to accelerate the tractor. So we have to push him from back and he is pretty enjoying sitting on the 'automatic' tractor.
Tuesday, October 19, 2010
Next target - Brownies
Started to like Brownies since tasted the birthday cake on colleague's son birthday party (It's a whole Brownies cake underneath the sugar paste).
Found this recipe when google-ing just now. U hv any better recipe?
From Joy of Baking
Brownies: Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (177 degrees C) and place the rack in the center of the oven. Butter (or spray with a nonstick cooking spray) an 8 inch (20 cm) square pan.
Melt the chocolate and butter in a large stainless steel bowl placed over a saucepan of simmering water. Remove from heat and stir in the cocoa powder and sugar . Next, whisk in the vanilla extract and eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Finally, stir in the flour, salt and chocolate chips (if using).
Pour into the prepared pan and bake for about 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a little batter and a few moist clumps clinging to it. Do not over bake. Remove from oven and let cool on a wire rack. Serve at room temperature or chilled. These freeze very well.
Makes 16 brownies.
Brownies:
5 ounces (140 grams) semisweet or bittersweet chocolate, chopped
1/2 cup (1 stick) (113 grams) unsalted butter, cut into pieces
2 tablespoons (15 grams) cocoa powder
1 cup (200 grams) granulated white sugar
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
3 large eggs
3/4 cup (95 grams) all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup (125 grams) semi-sweet chocolate chips (optional)
Found this recipe when google-ing just now. U hv any better recipe?
From Joy of Baking
Brownies: Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (177 degrees C) and place the rack in the center of the oven. Butter (or spray with a nonstick cooking spray) an 8 inch (20 cm) square pan.
Melt the chocolate and butter in a large stainless steel bowl placed over a saucepan of simmering water. Remove from heat and stir in the cocoa powder and sugar . Next, whisk in the vanilla extract and eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Finally, stir in the flour, salt and chocolate chips (if using).
Pour into the prepared pan and bake for about 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a little batter and a few moist clumps clinging to it. Do not over bake. Remove from oven and let cool on a wire rack. Serve at room temperature or chilled. These freeze very well.
Makes 16 brownies.
Brownies:
5 ounces (140 grams) semisweet or bittersweet chocolate, chopped
1/2 cup (1 stick) (113 grams) unsalted butter, cut into pieces
2 tablespoons (15 grams) cocoa powder
1 cup (200 grams) granulated white sugar
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
3 large eggs
3/4 cup (95 grams) all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup (125 grams) semi-sweet chocolate chips (optional)
Tuesday, October 12, 2010
S'mores - 2nd attempt
After my first trial on baking S'mores, i always wanted to try to bake again as the first attempt was not-so-success.
My personal food critic, Mr Phua, commented the S'mores is too junky. He suggested to make the S'mores (base) thinner and cut into smaller piece (bite size).
So, i listen to 'customer' feedback. But the outcome really disappointed me.
The baking time is perfect now (no more oven fault). All marshmallow are baked equally and melted in just nice way (see pic 1). I took it out from the baking tray, put on chopping board and cut, gosh, the S'mores (base)become crust. Why? b'coz its too thin!
My 2nd attempt turn out to be "Crustsmore" instead of "S'mores".
Conclusion, customer not always right. Agree?
Pic 1
"Crustsmore" top view
"Crustsmore" side view - the S'mores is crust
My personal food critic, Mr Phua, commented the S'mores is too junky. He suggested to make the S'mores (base) thinner and cut into smaller piece (bite size).
So, i listen to 'customer' feedback. But the outcome really disappointed me.
The baking time is perfect now (no more oven fault). All marshmallow are baked equally and melted in just nice way (see pic 1). I took it out from the baking tray, put on chopping board and cut, gosh, the S'mores (base)become crust. Why? b'coz its too thin!
My 2nd attempt turn out to be "Crustsmore" instead of "S'mores".
Conclusion, customer not always right. Agree?
Pic 1
"Crustsmore" top view
"Crustsmore" side view - the S'mores is crust
Friday, October 8, 2010
My not-so-success S'mores!
Came across this recipe from Joy of Baking and decided to give a try as it's only required few ingredients and less steps (and less washing also :P)
I couldn't found the KRAFT brand miniature marshmallow in Jusco, Giant and Sunshine. Sis helped me to check out in Cold Storage and don't have as well. So, ended up bought the colorful marshmallow from Famous Amos.
Ingredients:
S'Mores:
1 1/2 cups (150 grams) graham cracker crumbs
2 tablespoons (25 grams) granulated white sugar
6 tablespoons (3 ounces) (84 grams) unsalted butter, melted
Topping:
1 cup (170 grams) semisweet or milk chocolate chips or chunks
2 cups (130 grams) miniature marshmallows or homemade marshmallows cut into bite sized pieces
Method:
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (180 degrees C) and place the oven rack in the center of the oven.
Line the bottom and sides of an 8 x 8 inch (23 x 23 cm) square baking pan with aluminum foil.
Stir together the graham cracker crumbs and the sugar. Add the melted butter and stir until all the crumbs are moistened. Press this mixture firmly onto the bottom of the prepared pan and bake in preheated oven about 10 minutes, or just until the crust begins to turn golden brown.
Remove from oven and evenly sprinkle with the chocolate chips and marshmallows. Return to oven and bake for another 10 minutes, or until the marshmallows are soft, lightly golden, and starting to meld together.
Remove from oven and place on a wire rack to cool completely. Once cooled, lift the squares from the pan by holding the edges of the foil. With a long sharp knife, cut into squares. Can be stored at room temperature for several days.
Makes about 16 - 2 inch squares.
Well, Tadaa... this is the "outcome". Hmm, look not-so-yummy but it keep my big monster mouth full.
1. The S'mores (After baked)
2. Sprinkle marshmallows & chocolate chips
3. Baking in process
4. A bit overbaked :P Oven fault.
5. Cute into small pieces & put inside container.
I couldn't found the KRAFT brand miniature marshmallow in Jusco, Giant and Sunshine. Sis helped me to check out in Cold Storage and don't have as well. So, ended up bought the colorful marshmallow from Famous Amos.
Ingredients:
S'Mores:
1 1/2 cups (150 grams) graham cracker crumbs
2 tablespoons (25 grams) granulated white sugar
6 tablespoons (3 ounces) (84 grams) unsalted butter, melted
Topping:
1 cup (170 grams) semisweet or milk chocolate chips or chunks
2 cups (130 grams) miniature marshmallows or homemade marshmallows cut into bite sized pieces
Method:
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (180 degrees C) and place the oven rack in the center of the oven.
Line the bottom and sides of an 8 x 8 inch (23 x 23 cm) square baking pan with aluminum foil.
Stir together the graham cracker crumbs and the sugar. Add the melted butter and stir until all the crumbs are moistened. Press this mixture firmly onto the bottom of the prepared pan and bake in preheated oven about 10 minutes, or just until the crust begins to turn golden brown.
Remove from oven and evenly sprinkle with the chocolate chips and marshmallows. Return to oven and bake for another 10 minutes, or until the marshmallows are soft, lightly golden, and starting to meld together.
Remove from oven and place on a wire rack to cool completely. Once cooled, lift the squares from the pan by holding the edges of the foil. With a long sharp knife, cut into squares. Can be stored at room temperature for several days.
Makes about 16 - 2 inch squares.
Well, Tadaa... this is the "outcome". Hmm, look not-so-yummy but it keep my big monster mouth full.
1. The S'mores (After baked)
2. Sprinkle marshmallows & chocolate chips
3. Baking in process
4. A bit overbaked :P Oven fault.
5. Cute into small pieces & put inside container.
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