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Strawberry Cheesecake Recipe (No Bake)

Strawberry Cheesecake Recipe (No Bake)

Strawberry Cheesecake is a creamy, chilled dessert made with a buttery biscuit base, a light cream cheese filling, and a homemade strawberry compote. This version is completely no-bake, making it an easy dessert for warm days or special occasions. The strawberry compote adds fresh fruit flavor and a slight tang that balances the richness of the filling. It sets beautifully in the refrigerator and can be made a day ahead, making it convenient for entertaining. About Strawberry Cheesecake This is a no-bake strawberry cheesecake, which means there is no need to turn on the oven. The filling sets in the refrigerator, giving you a smooth and creamy texture without any baking. The base is made with Marie biscuits and melted butter. Once chilled, it forms a firm layer that contrasts nicely with the soft and creamy filling. While I have used Marie biscuits, you can use any plain sweet biscuits or cookies you prefer for the base. The cream cheese filling is light and airy because whipped cream is folded into the mixture. This creates …

The Kerala Christmas Cake We Bake Every December

The Kerala Christmas Cake We Bake Every December

RECIPE FOR AYESHA OOMMEN’S CHRISTMAS CAKE Ingredients 200 g (about 2 cups) desiccated coconut½ cup (120 ml) hot water Caramel Syrup: 200 g (1 cup) sugar½ cup (120 ml) water Fruit & Nut Base: (Total approx. 1.3 kg / 7 cups) 400 g (about 2⅓ cups) dates, pitted and choppeddried figs (quantity as preferred)300 g (about 2 cups) mixed dried sultanas, raisins & cranberries 150 g (about 1 cup) cashew nuts, chopped 100 g (½ cup) dried apricots, chopped200 g (1 cup, optional) mixed glazed cherries 200 g (1 cup, optional) candied melon 2 tbsp freshly grated ginger 1½ tbsp ginger marmalade 1 tbsp orange zest½ cup orange juice 3 tbsp (Old Monk recommended) brandy/rum 2 tbsp of cinnamon powder, allspice powder, cardamom seed powder mixed spices2–3 tbsp orange marmalade or jelly2 tsp vanilla extract1 tsp almond essence Final Cake Batter”: 4 eggs100 g sugar150 g (about ⅔ cup) melted butter 200 g (about 1⅓ cups) plain flour1½ tsp baking powder ½ tsp baking soda Method Prepare the Coconut Base:Place the desiccated coconut in a …

Tomato Pasta Bake | Italian Style Baked Ziti

Tomato Pasta Bake | Italian Style Baked Ziti

This deliciously creamy recipe for vegetarian Italian style Baked Ziti (Three Cheese Tomato Pasta Bake) is easy to make and even easier to enjoy. Brimming with ricotta, mozzarella and parmesan, this casserole is balanced by a perfectly seasoned homemade tomato sauce. It is one of our family’s favorite ways to enjoy pasta, and I hope that you love it as much as we do! Why You’ll Love This Tomato Pasta Bake This recipe is my vegetarian take on Baked Ziti, a classic Italian pasta dish. It’s basically a Tomato Pasta Bake with layers of ziti, cheese, and a tomato–mushroom sauce. Ziti is a tubular pasta, much like penne but longer with straight-cut ends instead of angled ones. Since ziti isn’t very popular in India, you can also make it with penne, rigatoni or macaroni. I use mushrooms here for a hearty vegetarian version, but you can skip them or add your choice of veggies. Many people simply call this a cheese pasta bake, veg baked pasta, or baked pasta casserole — all mean the same comforting dish baked with …