Dessert Recipes | Fun and Food Cafe

Orange Pecan Pie – Dare To Be Different!

November 12, 2010 by Mansi

Pecan Pie with an Orange Flavor TwistAs soon as the fervor of Thanksgiving starts sinking in, you start freaking out about the Dinner menus and the party decor. Are you one of those who are hosting a Holiday dinner at your place, and need Pie recipe inspiration? Or are you invited to a dinner party and feel like taking something special for your friends? Holiday Pies are a great way to indulge in … [Read more...]

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Pomegranate Ice Cream with Candied Pecans

October 13, 2010 by Mansi

Creamy Pomegranate Ice Cream with Candied Pecan ToppingIce Creams are a perfect dessert to serve at a party, mostly because you'll hardly find a person who doesn't like Ice Cream (or even cake, for that matter!) Since Pomegranates are in season, I thought it would be a good idea to try something delicious that involved pomegranates. This ruby red fruit is a powerhouse of nutrients, and has several … [Read more...]

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Healthy Chocolate Fudge Cake with Avocado Frosting

October 9, 2010 by Mansi

Mocha Fudge Cake with Creamy Avocado Frosting & Toasted AlmondsI'm sure you all have enjoyed a piece of a luscious Mocha fudge cake sometime in your culinary life. However, have you ever dreamt of trying some creamy avocado frosting to compliment the chocolate indulgence?? Perhaps not, and neither have I. That's why when Janet from The Vegan Feast told me she had a lovely recipe for a Vegan … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Cake Recipes, Chocolate Recipes, Dessert Recipes, Food, Healthy Recipes, Kid-Friendly

Pumpkin Cupcakes with Orange Cream Cheese Frosting

September 29, 2010 by Mansi

Spiced Pumpkin Cupcakes with Orange Cream Cheese Frosting Fall is rapidly approaching in this part of the world, and the smell of fresh fruits like Pumpkin, Zucchini, Persimmons, and Squash has started to float in the air. As red and orange hues dot the trees while the greens fade, cooking takes a new direction in the kitchen. its time to turn on the ovens and bake with apples, pumpkins … [Read more...]

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Chocolate Sponge Cake With Luscious Ganache Frosting

August 30, 2010 by Mansi

Chocolate Sponge Cake is undoubtedly amongst the favorite dessert recipes all around the world, and in fact, this is one recipe that can be served in numerous different ways, and would still taste great! Imagine a plate with a piece of deliciously soft and moist chocolate cake adorned with some freshly made dark chocolate ganache, and you can never say no to the plate. So here's a tried and tested … [Read more...]

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Black & White Marble Cupcakes With Pecans

August 23, 2010 by Mansi

Black & White Marble Cupcakes With PecansMarble cupcakes are the perfect answer to your dilemma of reaching out for Vanilla or Chocolate cupcakes. When you can get the best of both the worlds in one simple recipe, why bother choosing between the two! Ever since I tasted my first slice of Marble cake in a Starbucks coffee shop, I have been a fan. The lovely black and white swirls make it not only … [Read more...]

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Molten Chocolate Lava Cake

July 20, 2010 by Mansi

Molten Chocolate Lava Cakes - With a Hint of CoffeeLooking for a creamy, gooey and intense chocolate treat that will make you warm and fuzzy all over, then try this extremely decadent Chocolate Lava cakes that boast of a lovely coffee flavor combined with the richness of dark chocolate! If you've ever tasted the Betty Crocker Warm Delights, you have a fair idea of how this delicious dessert will … [Read more...]

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How to maintain healthy glowing skin as you age…

Image Credit: Alexander Grey from Unsplash. Getting older is often seen as a good thing, but it also comes with its drawbacks. One of the more notable is how it affects peoples’ appearances. Fine lines, wrinkles, and gray hairs all start setting it. It’s not uncommon to want to prevent these, and you could want to maintain your appearance as you get older. It’s a natural desire to have, even if it seems like it’s impossible. It could be more within your reach than you’d think, though. In fact, it doesn’t even need to be complicated. Once you know what you’re doing, there shouldn’t be anything to worry about. Some steps and tips could … [Read More...]

Seasonal Depression is a Thing – Here’s how to win over it…

Image credit As the days get shorter and winter settles in, it’s no wonder that many people start to feel a bit low. Actually, a large number of people tend to feel this way! So, it’s usually called the “winter blues,” “seasonal depression,” or even the more official term “seasonal affective disorder.” it’s just a common struggle that lasts for multiple months. If you live in places in the world with six months of darkness, then the rates go up a lot higher. But why is this so common? Well, there are a lot of reasons, such as less daylight (meaning less vitamin D and A), holiday pressures, colder weather, and those sky-high heating … [Read More...]

6 Unique & Unheard Ways To Reduce Stress…

Pexels - CC0 License There are so many of us who are absolutely sick of feeling stressed all day, every day, and if you are one of those people, it can almost be overwhelming to see the wealth of options for treating our stress levels. We need quick ways, we need ones that benefit us over time, but we also need access to things that are not necessarily conventional. There are plenty of unique ways to reduce stress levels that you may find interesting but also, more importantly, effective: Purify the Air We need to remember that cleaner air is something that can help us with our overall well-being, and this could reduce … [Read More...]

How to plan for a stress-free retirement…

Source: Unsplash (CC0) Thinking about retirement planning already? Whether it feels miles away or just around the corner, planning for your retirement doesn’t have to be an overwhelming experience. The key is to break it down into manageable steps and, most importantly, make sure it’s something you actually want to achieve. So let’s walk through some tips that’ll help you build a retirement plan you feel confident about, plus we’ll tackle important topics like Medicare and Medicare Advantage along the way. Tips for Defining Your Retirement Goals Visualize your day-to-day: Think about where you’d like to live, what activities … [Read More...]

Going Beyond Digital Marketing: Expanding Your Business Horizon…

Digital marketing has quickly become an indispensable strategy for reaching and engaging consumers. However, in an era where brands vie for attention online, simply relying on digital tactics can become restrictive. If you want your business to move to the next level, expanding its horizon beyond digital may require innovative thinking outside the digital box. In this blog, we will look at a few approaches you could try that will increase its reach while deepening your customer relations. Photo by Luca Bravo on Unsplash Cultivate a Community Forming a sense of community around your brand goes far beyond traditional digital … [Read More...]