Autumn Leaf Tuile Cookies

Are you in the mood for Autumn, or Fall as that’s how we call it in the States?  My mind is definitely ready for it, but the Southern California temperature certainly didn’t think so!  Seems like we’re having an extended summer this year, again.  Seriously, I’m so ready to take out my coats and jackets already!




So, before any of the coats, boots, or down filled jackets can get out of the closet, I’m at least filling up my belly with food that are fitted for the season!  Let me present to you, Autumn Leaf Tuile Cookies!  These cookies are quite easy and fun to make.  I love that they are light and crispy, that truly resemble the Autumn falling leaves, except tastier, I assumed (cos I never tasted a real leaf, of course)!   



These cookies are delightful on their own.  They are crispy, light, buttery, and sweet, along with a hint of vanilla aroma.  I can easily enjoy a whole dozen in one sitting.



However, they are even better if you use them on your Fall desserts!  They make the most beautiful topping for my Pumpkin Roll cake and add a nice crunch for contrast in texture.  I’ll share the video tutorial on how to make the pumpkin roll next week.  So stay tuned!  For now, let’s enjoy these gorgeous Autumn Leaf Tuile Cookies!  Have a Fall Fantasy Friday!

**Update:  Click here to check out the Pumpkin Roll Cake Recipe!***





Tools and ingredients used:
Leaf Shaped Stencil (Click here for more information)
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Silpat (Click here for more information)
Cooling Racks (Click here for more information)
Baking Sheets (Click here for more information)
Silicone Cookie Spatula (Click here for more information)
Organic Vanilla Extract (Click here for more information)
Horizon Organic Heavy Whipping Cream (Click here for more information)
Kerrygold Butter (Click here for more information)
Offset Spatula (Click here for more information)

Spicy Salmon Poke Taco

Every morning, we listen to a local radio station on our way to school.  Last Tuesday, they mentioned Taco Tuesday and played a funny “Raining Tacos” song!  That funny song stuck in my head all morning long! 



Anyway, the Kids asked what’s a “Taco Tuesday”!!!  After explaining what it is, they came up with a brilliant idea that would help our weekly meal plan!  



The Kiddos suggested quite a few items that we’ll eat for each day of the week.  Some are practical but some aren’t quite helpful.  You know we’re having too much fun doing this when “Waffle Wednesday” almost made it to the list!



In the end, here are what we have so far: Mushroom Monday, Tofu Tuesday, Wonton Wednesday, Tomato Eggy Thursday, Fishy Friday, Soupy Saturday, and Spaghetti Sunday!  And we’ll alternate the menu every other week so we won’t get too bored with each item.    



But before we do Tofu Tuesday, allow me to have this Spicy Salmon Poke Taco for Tuesday!   It’s definitely more fun than tofu, in my opinion.  Not long ago, I shared a Poke Bowl recipe with you here.  Sounds familiar?  Yes, that’s the Spicy Salmon Poke recipe that I used in these tacos!  But besides the poke, I also added a layer of crab meat and diced avocado in these tacos.  Then, I topped them off with Japanese chili threads, micro greens, and a delicious spicy mayo sauce!  These tacos are so good!  You can taste the sweetness from the seafood and that balanced well with the spiciness from the sauce; The crunchy texture from the wonton wrapper contrast really well with the creamy avocado!  Each bite is heavenly!  



If you haven’t check out my video tutorial at the beginning of this post, be sure to do so after reading the post.  These Spicy Salmon Poke Tacos would definitely be a wonderful appetizer to serve at your next party or gathering.  You can prepare the wonton shells along with other items for the fillings and have the guests assemble their own tacos, similar to a taco bar set up!  I’ll list some of the ingredients that I used in this recipe at the bottom of this post for your reference.  Stay tuned for more fun and delicious recipe next week!  Have a Fun-Filled Friday!




Ingredients used:

Light Soy Sauce (Click here for more information)
Rice Vinegar (Click here for more information)
Hawaiian Salt (Click here for more information)
Sesame Oil (Click here for more information)
Black Sesame Seeds (Click here for more information)
White Sesame Seeds (Click here for more information)
Sriracha (Click here for more information)
Chili Threads (Click here for more information)
Japanese Mayo (Click here for more information)
WonTon Wrapper (Click here for more information)
Hawaiian Salt (Click here for more information)
Grapeseed Oil (Click here for more information)
 

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Rosé Gummy Bears

Have you seen the latest obsession over the internet and Bloggiverse?  Yes, I just made that “B” word up (but how else would you call it?)  Anyway, I meant to say, these Rosé Gummy Bears are all over the place!  The popular confession company that manufactures these Rosé Gummy Bears simply went out of stocks over the unexpected demand.  As a result, over 18,000 people had to get on the waiting list to order them!  I could totally understand why!  I mean, who wouldn’t love these cutie pinkish gummy bears that are packed with romantic Rosé flavor?  I know I couldn’t resist!



The first time when I came across these gorgeous and cutie little bears was in Hawaii over the summer.  The hotel that we stayed had a little shop that carries confessions.  But due to the limited luggage space, I had to refrain myself from buying them.  Plus, instead of paying $8.50 USD for just a small box, I decided that I can simply make these at home.  After all, they are quite easy and fun to make.  Another advantage of creating your own gummy is that you can select your favorite Rosé that suits your palates. 



If you’re hosting a party, bridal shower, celebrations, or girls gatherings, I say these Rosé Gummy Bears would be the perfect conversation starter!  You can also package them as party favors for your guests to take home as well. 



If you’ve watched the video tutorial at the beginning of this post, you can see that I used 2 different silicone molds to make these gummies.  One with a traditional gummy bear shape and the other with a rose shape.  They both came out gorgeous and the silicone molds that I had are so easy to use.  I love that the gummy bear mold a lot because it comes with a little dropper for easy filling.  I’ll list the products that I used at the end of the post for your convenience.



These Rosé Gummy Bears are truly amazing. They are only slightly sweet and you can totally taste the Rosé in them.  So, make sure you choose a wine that you would enjoy drinking (by the glass) to make these treats.  To amp up the pink color in these Rosé Gummy Bears, I added a few drops of Homemade Beet Root Natural Red food colorant.  Since I had shared this food colorant recipe in the past, I’ll list the link below so that you can check out the video tutorial as well!  Last but not least, I added a tiny amount of edible pink shimmer powder in them as well.  It added so much shine, and totally glam up these Rosé Gummy Bears!   



I hope you enjoy today’s recipe and video tutorial.  Please stay tuned for more fun and gorgeous recipe.  Until next time, have a Fabulous Friday!


Tools and Ingredients Used:

Gummy Bear Mold (Click here for more information)
Rose Shape Silicone Mold  (Click here for more information)
Edible Pink Shimmer Powder  (Click here for more information)
Unflavored Gelatin Powder (Click here for more information)
Heat Proof Measuring Cups (Click here for more information)
Measuring Spoons Set (Click here for more information)
Organic Non-Stick Cooking Spray  (Click here for more information)
All Natural Beet Root Red Colorant (Click here for more information)





This recipe contains alcohol.  Please read our Health and General Disclaimers.

Classic Chocolate Glazed Éclair

Do you love pastries?  My family is definitely a huge fan of pastries!  We love all sorts of pastries, ranging from doughnuts, cupcakes, to scones and cookies.  However, among all these pastries, éclairs is probably on top of our list of favorite pastries. 



This classic éclair recipe consists of the basic Choux Pastry, which is similar to the cream puff shells.  I filled them with the decadent classic vanilla bean pastry cream.  The pastry cream is slightly sweetened so that you can truly taste the sweet aroma of the vanilla bean.  I then top these éclairs with a simple dark chocolate glaze that brings a hint of bitterness to compliment the pastry cream beautifully.   You can also use milk chocolate for the glaze as well if that’s what you prefer.  My kids love dark chocolate (I guess that runs in the family), so that’s pretty much my default preference. 




I love that you can see all the little specks of vanilla bean seeds throughout the pastry cream inside (see picture below).  Isn’t it gorgeous?  I’m telling you, they tasted even more amazing than their look!  If you haven’t done so, please check out the video tutorial at the top of the post.  It’s definitely easier to prepare than they look!  I’ll list the ingredients and tools used in this recipe at the end of the post for your convenience.


 
I hope you enjoy today’s recipe and tutorial.  Stay tuned for more fun and scrumptious recipe next week!


Ingredients and Tools used:
Vanilla Bean Paste (Click here for more information)
Organic Vanilla Extract (Click here for more information)
Horizon Organic Heavy Whipping Cream (Click here for more information)
Kerrygold Butter (Click here for more information)
Corn Starch (Click here for more information)
Pastry Bag  (Click here for more information)
Ateco Large Round Pastry Tip (Click here for more information)
Cooling Racks (Click here for more information)
Baking Sheets (Click here for more information)
Silpat (Click here for more information)
Measuring Cup (Click here for more information) 

Easy Halloween Treats – DIY Oreo Owls

I know there’s still more than a month away from Halloween.  However, I learned from my previous experience that it’s always a good thing to plan things ahead.  If you’re also a last minute person like I am, you probably knew that most of the stores ran out of costume sizes and styles a couple of weeks before Halloween, every single year!  I mean, seriously?  Well, that happened to me more than once.  So I took a mental note to myself, “let’s make running around frantically for a last minute Halloween costume search a thing of the past!”  Besides costumes, I’m also planning the treats in advance as well.



If you attend or host a Halloween party, or plan to bring treats to the kids’ school parties, you know the festive treats are just as important as the costumes!  Today, I want to save you a few hours of Pinterest search and share this fun and easy DIY Halloween Treat with you: The Oreo Owls!  whoo…whoo…whoo…?  Sorry for the cheesy introduction, I couldn’t help it!   This Oreo Owl treat is super simple to prepare and kids will definitely love the ingredient list.  Have you watched the video tutorial (at the beginning of the post)?  If not, you’ve got to watch it until the end because there’s a little surprise that you don’t want to miss!  I hope you like today’s video and DIY treat.  Please stay tuned for another fun treat next week!  Stay sweet!





Ingredients Used:

Vanilla Pizzelle Cookies (Click here for more information)
Chocolate Pizzelle Cookies (Click here for more information)
Nutella (Click here for more information)
Oreo Cookies (Click here for more information)
M&Ms (Click here for more information)

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