Chocorango (English)

Alfajor - Dulce de leche Cookie Sandwiches

2011-08-12T16:02:00.002-02:00

This recipe really got an alfajor flavor - not as this try. I must confess that I really liked the result, but in the next time I'll reduce the cornstarch to about 150g 'cause the cornstarch flavor it was a little strong and I'll make the dough a little softer - I think I put too much flour so the cookie it was a little dry. However, I liked so much this recipe and what surprised me was the fact

Chocorango Bon Bon Candy

2011-07-22T19:29:00.000-02:00

Today is a very special day: Happy B-day Chocorango! We could have a rich layer cake to celebrate the date, but we baked it the last year. What to present this year? A bonbon is a great idea! We created a yummy version: strawberry, white chocolate with nuts, orange zest and a milk chocolate coating. So, let's copy the recipe? It's really easy! 1 can condensed milk (395g)1 tbsp butter170g

Coca-Cola Chocolate Cake

2011-06-10T17:14:00.000-02:00

Another chocolate cake, but this one is easy and fast to bake, on the other hand, is really tasty. Recipe from the blog Helena Gasparetto 300g semisweet chocolate, chopped1 cup unsalted butter 4 large eggs2 cups sugar1/2 tsp salt300ml Coca-cola, in room temperature1 tsp vanilla extract2 1/2 cups flour1/4 cup cocoa powder1 tbsp baking powder Chocolate Frosting3 tbsp chocolate powder3 tbsp

Black Forest Torte

2011-05-06T11:36:00.000-02:00

For who likes the chocolate-chantilly-cherry combination we suggest to make this recipe exactly it is! The cake is really, really light. Delicious! Just as the bought one! 6 eggs 1/2 tsp salt 200g sugar 140g flour 1/2 tbsp baking powder 3 tbsp cocoa powder 50g unsalted butter, melted and cold Syrup 1/2 cup of the liquid of canned cherry 1/2 cup Kirsch or Cognac Filling 500ml whipping cream

Chocolate Dipped Loaf Cake

2011-04-20T12:11:00.001-02:00

This cake is one of the yummiest cakes that is presented here in Chocorango. It's really fluffy and the chocolate coverture gives a special touch, just as a cake that we used to buy in a bakery near from our home! Ps. We got the help of Hozana to bake this cake. Recipe adapted from the site Tudo Gostoso 4 egg whites200g unsalted butter1 1/2 cup sugar4 egg yolks1/3 cup milk (or orange juice)2

Truffle Candy

2011-04-14T14:20:00.000-02:00

We just think about chocolate in this time of the year! At least in Brazil everywhere that we look we just see chocolate! So we must to share something sweet and chocolaty with all of you! Recipe from Garoto book - Natal para presentear e vender 400g white chocolate, grated1/2 cup cream300g milk chocolate couverture, grated50g dark chocolate Directions1. In a saucepan, heat a little water until

Spotted Cow Cookies

2011-03-28T22:16:00.000-02:00

It doesn't the first time that a cow moo here in Chocorango. Probably who follow us remember black cow of Alaska. Anyway, those cookies are really cute, funny and delicious! Recipe slightly adapted from the blog Aancoo Journal White dough 60g unsalted butter at room temperature 2 tbsp sugar 1/2 tsp vanilla extract 1/2 cup cornstarch 1/4 cup flour 1/2 tsp baking powder Dark dough 60g unsalted

Oat and Raisin Cookies

2011-03-18T12:52:00.000-02:00

These cookies are perfect for a quick snack in the afternoon. The inspiration of marinating the raisins before, came from the Patricia's blog and it's worth a lot to lose some minutes cooking them. They done delicious and makes a great pair with the cookies flavor and texture. For raisins 100g raisins 100ml rum 50ml orange juice 2 tbsp sugar Cookies 100g butter at room temperature 100g sugar

Mable Cupcake

2011-03-15T12:48:00.000-02:00

What a fluffy and yummy cupcake! We just love this recipe that we find in an awesome blog, the Sweet Little Dream. Recipe adapted from the blog Sweet Little Dream. 100g butter at room temperature 3/4 cup sugar 3 large eggs 1 tsp vanilla extract 2 tbsp milk 1 1/4 cup flour2 tsp baking powder1/4 cup cocoa powder Frosting100g semisweet chocolate1/4 cup cream at room temperature Directions1.

Easy Brownie

2011-03-11T04:28:00.000-02:00

This brownie recipe doesn't use melted chocolate but cocoa powder. It's a very rich cake, perfect for a lovely give away. Recipe from the blog Da Caipirinha ao Café. 4 eggs 3/4 cups oil 1 colher (chá) de essência de baunilha 2 cups sugar 1/4 tsp salt 1 1/2 cup flour 2/3 cup cocoa powder 1 tsp baking powder Directions 1. Preheat the oven to 350˚F. Sift sugar with salt, flour, cocoa and

Nutella Pot

2011-03-10T00:40:00.001-02:00

I don't know if this happen just at my home, but you know when a recipe is so good that you just can't take one single picture? Well... It's the situation of this chocolate-hazelnut pot. As you all can see this is the only tiny piece of the dessert that I can saved for the pic... Recipe from the book Cookshelf Chocolate - Jacqueline Bellefontaine 90g dark chocolate4 tbsp Nutella2 1/2 cups

Tuna Pâté

2011-03-05T21:47:00.001-02:00

So quick and easy recipe even kids can make it. The ingredients and its quantities are totally adjustable. If you don't like olives or parley... It's just ignore or substitute for something that you like. 2 seedless tomatoes, cut into cubes 2/3 cup corn kernels 1/4 cup chopped olives 1 (170g) can tuna, drained 200g mayonnaise Chives and parsley, chopped Pepper Directions 1. In a bowl, mix

Chocolate Dipped Fingers

2011-03-02T10:59:00.000-02:00

This is one of those wonderful recipes! One of the reasons for it is the chocolate, but the buttery, crispy and aromatic dough is perfect! It's just like naughty fingers in an innocent act, smear itself in chocolate. 3/4 cup sugar 2 cups flour 1 tsp baking powder 1/4 tsp salt 150g unsalted butter, cold and cut into cubes 1 egg 1 tsp vanilla extract To the chocolate dip 100g milk chocolate

Lime Muffins

2011-02-28T20:38:00.000-02:00

This is a very quick and easy recipe. Perfect for those day that we don't want and have so much time to dedicate to kitchen. 100g butter, in room temperature 3/4 cup sugar 3 eggs Zest of 1 lime 1/4 cup lime juice 1 cup flour 1 tbsp baking powder Directions 1. Preheat the oven to 350˚F. 2. Cream butter with sugar until is pale and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each

Kingdom Bread Loaf

2011-02-26T21:12:00.002-02:00

It doesn't have words to describe how yummy this bread is! The dough is made with potato and is very soft and tasty. The filling is with our newest finding: the Reino cheese (a brazilian cheese that means Kingdom in English) that is really, really delicious! The tomato and olive are supplementary and give even more taste and color to this special bread. 350g flour 1 tbsp instant yeast 1/2

Guava Paste Cheesecake

2011-02-25T00:44:00.001-02:00

This cheesecake already was presented here with a strawberry jelly topping. But the recipe is so good that we adapted a little bit and made this guava paste-lemon touch version. Recipe adapted from Padaria Online. 200g digestive cookies, processed 5 tbsp butter 1 tbsp cold water Filling300g cream cheese, in room temperature150g sugar2 eggs200ml double creamZest of 1 lemon2 tbsp lemon juice

Chocolate Coconut Plain Cake

2011-02-23T09:07:00.000-02:00

This plain cake is very tender and yummy. For this reason it's perfect to an afternoon snack! Recipe from Tudo Gostoso. 100g butter 1 cup sugar 3 eggs 1 tsp vanilla extract 1 cup milk 2 cups flour 2 tsp baking powder 50g shredded coconut 3 tbsp cocoa powder Directions 1. Preheat the oven to 350˚F. Grease and flour a 25x11x6cm loaf pan. 2. Cream butter with sugar until is pale and fluffy.

Tomato Eggplant Fettucine

2011-02-22T11:31:00.000-02:00

We have never baked tomatoes and eggplant, but now we tried and want eat it every single day! 4 ripe tomatoes, seedless 1 large eggplant Olive oil Salt Noodles200g fettucine 1 tbsp salt Directions1. Start by preparing the tomatoes and eggplant. Cut the tomatoes and eggplant into medium pieces and place in a pan. Sprinkle with olive oil, salt and bake in 445˚F oven for about 2 hours.

Grandma Cornstarch Cookie

2011-02-20T18:21:00.000-02:00

We got in Brazil a cookie made with cornstarch that is named sequilho. And trust us it's really yummy! Even more 'cause Hozana, a very kind grandma helped us. 100g butter, in room temperature3/4 cup sugar1 large egg (or 2 small)1/2 cup cream1/4 cup flour4 cup cornstarch2 tsp baking powder3/4 cup shredded coconut (optional) Guava paste (optional) Directions1. Cream butter with sugar until is

Oatmeal Plum and Coconut Cookies

2011-02-15T10:03:00.001-02:00

Versão em Português Versión en Español These cookies are amazing! Perfect texture, flavor and sweetness. You can bake it and store in a container and serve for any unexpected visitor. Glass Angelina Meneguele 2 cups flour1 1/2 cup oatmeal1 cup brown sugar3 tbsp cocoa powder2 tsp baking powder 150g cold butter, cut into cubes1 egg1/2 cup chopped plum1/2 cup shredded coconut Directions1.

Sausage Cheese Pillow

2011-02-08T16:40:00.000-02:00

This pillow is delicious for a afternoon snack but it's also a great suggestion to serve in kids birthday parties. The dough is really easy to work and is very crispy. Then it's just to choose a good quality sausage and use Tirolez cheese. It can't go wrong! Recipe adapted from the blog Mesa Para 4. 300 g flour1 tsp salt150 g boiled potato, sifted100 g salted butter, cold and cut into

Coffee, Chocolate and Mint Mousse

2011-02-03T14:13:00.001-02:00

Versão em Português Versión en Español The refreshing mint mousse makes a perfect pair with the rich chocolate coffee mousse! A very creamy and delicious dessert that could be used as a cake filling! 90ml water130g sugar4 egg yolks120g semisweet chocolate6 tbsp (sopa) de café forte400ml double cream5 tbsp Crème de Menthe (Mint liquor) Directions1. Let to low heat the water and sugar and

Banana Chocolate Biscotti

2011-01-31T09:30:00.001-02:00

The Chocorango hadn't any biscotti recipe yet 'cause we never tried one. We searched about this italian cookie that is baked twice to keep for a long time and we created our recipe with banana and A LOT of chocolate! We love it! From now on we'll have many more biscotti recipes in Chocorango! 1 egg 1 ripe banana, mashed 1/2 cup sugar 50g melted butter 2 cup flour 2 tbsp cocoa powder 1/2 tsp

Lemon Basil Tagliatelle

2011-01-28T12:05:00.003-02:00

Versão em Português Versión en Español The pics aren't good but this pasta is so tasty! Lemon and basil gives a super refreshing touch to the cream sauce. Delicious for summer! 200g tagliatelle 2 tbsp butter150ml heavy cream3 tbsp lemon juice Zest of 2 lemonsSaltFresh ground pepper Fresh basil leaves Directions1. Cook the pasta in 500ml water and 1 tbsp salt until is al dente. 2. Meanwhile the

Double Chocolate Chip Cookies

2011-01-27T14:28:00.001-02:00

Versão em Português Versión en Español Manu baked a special cookie recipe meeting a request of ours. Manu, those cookies are really yummy! Thank you so much for everything! Manu's words by email: "(...) I baked a recipe of white and dark chocolate chips cookies that I always prepare and everybody loves! I think this recipe really combines with Chocorango 'cause besides it's delicious (it has