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Banana Ice Cream Sandwiches

With the natural sweetness of bananas and the goodness of peanut butter, these sandwiches are a guilt-free indulgence. You don't need an ice-cream maker or fancy gadgets, just a freezer and a food processor. Let's freeze and feast! Ingredients: For the cookies: 200g peanut butter (crunchy or smooth) 175g golden icing sugar 75g dark chocolate, chopped into small pieces 1 large egg For the ice cream: 3 bananas, peeled, chopped…

Panjiri – Indian sweet snack

Snacksflour, sugar, watermelon

Making a Panjiri is an act of love, a way to bring comfort and nourishment to your loved ones. It's perfect for sharing, giving or simply enjoying as a personal treat. The process is therapeutic and the result is rewarding. Your kitchen will be filled with the delightful aromas of roasting nuts and spices, and your palate will thank you for the delicious experience. Ingredients: 1 cup ghee (pure) 1…

Giant Cookie

Cookiescookies, egg, sugar

The beauty of this recipe is its versatility. You can mix in your favourite cookie fillings to create a personalised treat that satisfies your cravings. Its impressive size makes it a centrepiece for any occasion, whether it's a birthday party, a family gathering or just a special treat for the weekend. Ingredients: 200g room temperature butter, plus extra for greasing 250g light brown sugar 2 egg yolks ½ tsp vanilla…

Moist White Cake

Cakescake, cream, sugar

This Moist White Cake recipe is your ticket to creating a dessert that's not only a treat for the taste buds, but also a feast for the eyes. With its pristine white crumb and the option to add a hint of almond or butter flavour, you'll be making a cake that's as versatile as it is delicious. Ingredients: 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (or 2 3/4 cups cake flour for…

Olive oil and ice cream

Ice-creamice-cream, milk, sugar

Olive oil and ice cream? Can this flavour combination work? As it turns out, absolutely. Experts say it is the only way to achieve a perfectly creamy and silky texture. Ingredients: 1/2 cup granulated sugar 2 tablespoons skim milk powder 1/4 teaspoon xanthan gum 1 1/3 cups whole milk 2 tablespoons light corn syrup 1 1/3 cups heavy cream 1/4 cup grassy extra virgin olive oil (such as Red Ridge…

Bastani Irani (rose water and saffron ice cream)

Ice-creamice-cream, milk, sugar

If you want to enjoy the taste of fragrant ice cream, Bastani Irani is the best choice. This ice cream is usually served between two thin wafers, but it is also delicious on its own. Ingredients: 6 large egg yolks 1 1/2 cups heavy cream 1 1/2 cups whole milk 3/4 cup sugar 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt 1/2 teaspoon finely ground saffron 1/4 cup pure rosewater, preferably sadaf (see note)…

Whipped shortbread cookies

Cookiesbutter, cookies, sugar

Once you have made these cookies, you will never forget their taste or their appearance. They really do look like little loaves of bread! Ingredients: 3 cups butter, softened 1 1/2 cups castor sugar, sifted 4 1/2 cups all purpose flour 1 1/2 cups cornstarch nonpareils and/or halved candied cherries (for decoration) Method: Preheat the oven to 150°C (300°F). Line baking sheets with baking paper. In a large mixing bowl,…