We know we’re a little biased, but chocolate is an incredibly versatile ingredient. Most people think of chocolate as a snack treat or component of the dessert course, but we have been noticing (and are excited about!) a growing trend that sees chocolate dabbled throughout other courses. Because chocolate flavors cross the palate from bitter to sweet, it’s no wonder … Read More
Everything you need to know about Tempered Chocolate
Have you ever wondered what makes certain chocolate just so… perfect? Of course, high quality ingredients are essential to delicious chocolate, but there is another secret that professional and amateur chocolatiers alike know about. And that is Tempered Chocolate. Not everyone has heard of tempered chocolate, but it’s one of the techniques you need to learn if you are thinking … Read More
Make your own Custom Chocolate Bars
Everyone loves to receive a personalized, homemade gift. Right? You’d have to be made of stone to at least not appreciate the effort that goes into a gift that’s made just for you. Even if it has very clearly not turned out quite like the pictures promised. The same goes for making a gift. While sometimes the project is a … Read More
Chocolate Crafts: How to Make a Chocolate House
Chocolate crafts are a fun activity that can be done with kids year round. Unlike the seasonally limited gingerbread house, a chocolate house knows no seasonal bounds! It’s a craft that can be scaled in terms of difficulty to suit a child’s age and experience, and the possibilities for creativity are endless. To make a chocolate house, you will need … Read More
Recipes – Peanut Butter Lava Protein Brownie
Recipe By: Kristine Fretwell @ BusyButHealthy.com Looking for Quick & Healthy Recipes? Visit Busy But Healthy Today Finding ways to eat healthy doesn’t mean you have to sacrifice all the foods you like, least of all chocolate! There are plenty of healthy options out there for chocolate lovers to get the great tasting food you love without sacrificing great taste. … Read More
Recipe – Chocolate Chip Cookies
Recipe By: Kristine Fretwell @ BusyButHealthy.com Looking for Quick & Healthy Recipes? Visit Busy But Healthy Today Everyone loves a good chocolate chip cookie. This classic treat is a staple for bakers and chocolate lovers alike, and everyone always seems to be looking for the next great chocolate chip cookie recipe. Not many people expect to find their next favourite … Read More
Recipe – Chocolate Crinkle Cookies
Recipe By: Kristine Fretwell @ BusyButHealthy.com Looking for Quick & Healthy Recipes? Visit Busy But Healthy Today Thanks to the growing availability of quality health conscious alternatives to sugary and high fat ingredients, even the most health wise chocolate lovers can enjoy the most indulgent chocolate treats. One of the sweetest chocolate treats you can bake is the delightful crinkle … Read More