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How do you keep cheesecake lollipops from falling apart at room temperature?
I am making cheesecake lollipops for Christmas and I have read quite a few posts that they should be stored in the freezer of they thaw and start falling apart. The base is basically cheesecake with no crust and then is dipped in chocolate and covered with toppings. Kind of a similar concept to oreo truffles, which work great on sticks and make a great presentation. Is there anyway to keep my cheesecake lollies from falling apart? It is inevitable that they may sit at room temperature, even if I store them in the freezer right before serving, people may not eat them right away. The sticks really make a great presentation, so I definitely want to do them this way. Would leaving the crust on before shaping into balls be better? Most of the recipes call for crustless cheesecake.......Any suggestions?
Cross post...Cheesecake disaster
My cheesecake looks borderline burnt on the sides. It has a dark dark dark dark crust, but I only put the graham crackers on the bottom. I am no sure what happened. I put a pan of water on the bottom shelf and cooked it at 325 for 1 hour. It is so dark looking on the sides that it looks like it has a graham cracker crust going all the way up, but it doesn't. Does the quality of the springform pan make a difference? Does a light pan vs. a dark heavy one impact the way it cooks. I was attempting to make a layered pumpkin cheesecake (vanilla on the bottom and pumpkin on top) Can someone tell me what to do because I am about to go and get ingredients to start all over again in the quest for a perfect looking cheesecake.
Cheesecake Disaster...Please Help
I attempted to make a two layer pumpkin cheesecake. A layer of vanilla cheesecake and a layer of pumplin cheesecake in a pecan graham cracker crust. I basically made two different cheesecake recipes to have enough to bake two 9 inch cheesecakes with the two layers. I baked the vanilla layer for about 15 minutes just so it could set before I poured the pumpkin layer on top. I baked for 60 minutes at 325. The outer edge of the cheesecake the crust basically looks very very very dark hard and borderline burnt. I only put the graham cracker crust on the bottom, so why do the sides look like this? I bought new springform pans from target that seem to be dark and heavy. Could that play any factor on the edges looking like this. I am trying to achieve a perfect looking cheesecake and am dumbfounded on what happened here. Does it matter which layer goes on the bottom? Should it have been the pumpkin? Or does it really matter? What do I do? I put a pan of water on the bottom shelf instead of the actual water bath because I was nervous about water getting into my cheesecake. Please help me so I can make a perfect cheesecake for Thanksgiving. I am going to go to the store and buy ingredients to start all over again.
What makes some cheesecakes light on the sides and a perfectly browned crust and others do what mine did?
Praline Pumpkin Cake
Well, since the layers have a praline topping, slicing off the dome would be slicing off the topping that gives the cake the praline element.
Praline Pumpkin Cake
I saw this recipe and wondered if anyone has made this? Some of the reviews on another site suggest a 13x9 pan because they say the cake splits when you put the second layer on, but I really like the presentation of the layer cake. I posted a link to the site that has the recipe and a photo of what the cake looks like. If I decide to make this in a 13x9 pan, is there any way to capture the same nice presentation that the layer cake has?
http://allrecipes.com/Search/Recipes.aspx?WithTerm=praline%20pumpkin%20cake
How do I get that swirly effect on cupcakes?
I have a 1M decorating tip and I used it to decorate my cupcakes, but my swirls looked flat and did not have that slight peak that I see on cupcakes in the bakery. I read somewhere that you create one swirl and then another one on top of it. I am confused. Does that mean I create an entire swirl and then start at the base of where I started with another one, or does that mean I pipe a swirl around the edge and then pipe a new swirl in the middle? I guess I need it broken down further because without actually seeing someone do it, its tricky to figure out.
HELP...Need tips on how to sugar rim a glass
I looked at the video on chowhound that has tips on how to rim a glass with sugar and that technique did not work well for me. I have a product called cocktail candy which is basically colored and flavored sugar and when I did exactly what this video said, mine looked sloppy. I am trying to do it with disposable plastic tumblers for a kids party and could use tips on how to make each one look the same. Does the fact that I am using plastic and not glass make a difference? Do I just dip it in the sugar like on the video, or do I put it in the sugar at an angle and slowly rotate/twist the cup. Is it better to use a piece of lime around the edge of the glass or dip it in lime juice thats in a bowl.
Need tips on how to sugar rim a glass...HELP
I looked at the video on chowhound that has tips on how to rim a glass with sugar and that technique did not work well for me. I have a product called cocktail candy which is basically colored and flavored sugar and when I did exactly what this video said, mine looked sloppy. I am trying to do it with disposable plastic tumblers for a kids party and could use tips on how to make each one look the same. Does the fact that I am using plastic and not glass make a difference? Do I just dip it in the sugar like on the video, or do I put it in the sugar at an angle and slowly rotate/twist the cup. Is it better to use a piece of lime around the edge of the glass or dip it in lime juice thats in a bowl.
How to transport a cake without messing it up
I have to transport a cake in my car about 70 miles and my main concern is how to keep it from sliding around and messing up the design. The last time I transported a cake, by the time it made it home, the sides where the frosting was were stuck all over the sides of the bos and the top where the flowers were was smashed and the writing had smeared off. I sat the cake on the floor in the back of the car and nothing was on top of it or around it and it still got messed up. I would hate for this to happen again. Please tell me the best type of box and how to position it. I am getting the cake from a bakery, but she does not use tent boxes and I am worried.
Banana and Brownie Bite kebabs with nutella dip...
I was just wondering if this sounds good and would go over well with adults and kids? I saw a photo the other day of a sliced hoho with rasberries on a skewer and it made me think of this.
Harriets Cheesecakes in Inglewood....Question
Harriets Cheesecakes in Inglewood has a praline cheesecake that is to die for. I have never been able to figure out what kind of caramel they use or what they do to the graham cracker crust to give it such a deep rich flavor.
What tastes better, Moxie Blue Cream Soda, or Frosties Blue Cream Soda
I was looking for some blue cream sodas for a birthday party and I saw two different brands and wondered if one tastes better than the other, or do the blue cream sodas all taste the same?
How do I get that drizzle effect on dipped strawberries?
I am making chocolate dipped strawberries and want to do the white chocolate drizzle on them. What type of chocolate is usually thin enough to use for drizzle? Do I use a spoon or a fork to drizzle? How can I make sure that it looks perfect and professional?
Looking for good eating places near San Diego Convention Center
I am looking for some really good, but inexpensive eating options near the San Diego Convention Center. Recommendations please.....
Looking for a sweet n spicy chicken wing recipe
I love the traditional hot wings, but I would love to try something a little different. I would like something sweet with a little kick to it. I am wondering if my watermelon rib sauce would taste good on wings??? I need a recipe that is a crowd pleaser because I will serve these at a party. Please share your recipes.
How long to cook mini corn muffins?
I am baking a batch of muffins and they are not the cupcake size muffins, this pan size has really really tiny muffin cups and I don't know how long to bake them?
How can I doctor up a red velvet cake mix to taste homemade?
I was just wondering if there were any suggestions on how to make this cake taste like I made it from scratch.
Question about turtle brownie recipe that uses cake mix
I have an old recipe that calls for a german chocolate cake mix, and you melt caramels and milk together, etc. I was just wondering if this recipe would work out just as well with a dark fudge cake mix? Has anyone tried it with a regular chocolate or fudge cake mix, rather than german chocolate?
Looking for simple mexican corn muffin recipe
I am looking for a simple recipe that starts off with a cornbread mix like jiffy to make mexican corn muffins. I tasted something siimilar that had green chilis, cheese and creamed corn. Does anyone have a good recipe?
Is there a new hot wing place in Ontario?
I have been searching for a place in the Inland Empire with good hot wings and someone told me that Ontario has a new place. Does anyone know the name of it and if the wings are any good?
Not about food...really, but......
I need suggestions on a centerpiece that incorporates candy? Something very creative and colorful for a Candyland themed party. I would love to combine florals with candy, but have not come up with anything. I could really use some creative suggestions.
Where can I get cheap acrylic flutes or pilsner glasses?
I am looking for some long fluted types of acrylic glasses and so far all I have found is the flimsy variety they sale at party supplie stores. Those are okay, but seem like they don't hold much liquid and would break easily. Any suggestions on where to get some slightly nicer ones that are not super expensive. I am really surprised that a lot of the nicer ones I have seen cost more than glass. I would appreciate your suggestions.
Need Creative ways to garnish drinks for a childrens party
I know the ususal way of garnishing drinks with speared cherries, pineapples etc., but I am looking for a more creative way for a Candyland themed birthday party. So far I came up with rimming the glasses with flavored sugar and using gumdrop skewers. Are there any other colorful ways to present drinks. The drinks will be for children and parents and I just want them to look pretty and colorful. Any other decor ideas or food tips are appreciated too!
What is the best dip you ever had and the recipe?
I am having a party and want to make a couple of really delicious dips that will be universally loved by everyone. I wouldn't mind a couple of kid friendly ones too. I want the kids of recipes where everyone is clamoring to get to it and its so good that there is not a drop left. Got any recipes like that?
Where can I buy Tom Collins Glasses?
I have been to a couple of stores (in Southern California) and have not been able to find Tom Collins Glasses. Any suggestions on stores or online websites that have them?
Sodas made with pure cane sugar....do those still exist?
I have been told that sodas with cane sugar taste soooo much better than the common ones that have corn syrup? I have never been able to find a soda that didn't have corn syurp. Are there any brands I should try? Do I need to go to the health food store? Do those Mexican Jarrito sodas have corn syrup or are they made with cane sugar?
Need Recipes for non alchoholic sangria....or unusal tasty lemonades
Yes, I know that if it doesn't have wine it is not technically a sangria, but I would like some recipes for drinks I can put in my large glass jars for a party and I want something that would make an outstanding presentation. Sangria or unusual lemonade recipes. Basically send me recipes for drinks that have pretty colors and taste great. I have three giant glass jars so I would like to have them all on the table.
How do I make iced green tea like the kind at Panera Bread?
When I make iced green tea at home it never tastes like the kind at Panera. I would love to know how to duplicate it at home. Any tips? Is it the brand they use or something they have infused into the tea?
Can I bake quick bread in a 8x8 pan if the recipe says 9x5?
I have a recipe for banana bread that says to bake in a 9x5 pan, but all I have is 8x8 which is only a slight bit smaller. Can I use this pan and use the excess to bake a mini loaf? Or will my bread come out funny because I used a different sized pan? I use different sizes for cakes all the time and wondered if I could do the same with this recipe?
Need Suggestions on what side dishes to serve with tortilla crusted Tilapia?
I have some tortilla crusted tilapia and could not think of some good sides to go with it? Any suggestions for something very tasty that is a good complement?
