Eggless Hostess Cake
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This Eggless Hostess Cake is a soft, fudgy chocolate sheet cake filled with a creamy marshmallow cream filling made from real marshmallows — no fluff, no eggs. It's layered, glazed with rich chocolate ganache, and finished with the signature white loops on top. Simple pantry ingredients, one bowl for the cake, and completely egg-free by design.
- 1 1/3 cups (182 g) all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons (6 g) baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon (1.5 g) baking soda
- 1/4 cup (25 g) unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon (2 g) salt
- 3/4 cup + 2 tablespoons (174 g) granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) buttermilk
- 1/4 cup + 2 tablespoons (90 g) neutral oil
- 1 teaspoon (5 ml) pure vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon (5 ml) apple cider vinegar
- 1/2 cup (120) hot black coffee
- 5 oz (133 g) large or jumbo marshmallows
- 6 tablespoons (84 g) unsalted butter, (melted)
- 2 cups (240 g) powdered sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) heavy whipping cream
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (kosher or sea salt preferred; if using table salt, reduce to 1/4 teaspoon)
- 5 oz (142 g) semisweet dark chocolate, (finely chopped)
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) heavy whipping cream
- 1 teaspoon (5 ml) 5 ml light corn syrup
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Tres Leches Cake
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This Tres Leches Cake is amazingly delicious! An ultra luscious cake soaked in a sweet milk mixture and topped with Italian meringue.
- 9 eggs (, separated)
- 1 1/2 cups sugar + 1 tablespoon
- 2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cup self-rising flour
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 can (14oz) sweetened condensed milk
- 1 can (12oz) evaporated milk
- 1 can of Nestle table cream ((see notes))
- 1 cup + 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1/4 cup water
- 4 egg whites
- 1/2 teaspoon cream tartar
- Pinch of salt
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Spinach and Cheese Hand Pies
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These delicious and flaky little hand pies are the perfect idea for parties, breakfast, or an afternoon snack.
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 medium onion, (finely chopped)
- 1 garlic clove, (miced)
- 3/4 cup ricotta cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup cream cheese ((at room temperature))
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian herbs
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 5 oz frozen spinach, (thawed and squeezed (half package))
- 2 sheets of puff pastry, (thawed)
- 1/4 cup milk
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Easy Venezuelan Pepper Tamales
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These scrumptious Easy Venezuelan Pepper Tamales are the perfect side dish for any summer supper, party, or barbecue!
- 20 dried corn husks, (soaked for at least 30 minutes)
- 3/4 cup vegetable shortening
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 1/2 cup red bell pepper, (washed, seeded and coarsely chopped (about one bell pepper ))
- 6 small red sweet peppers, (washed, seeded and coarsely chopped)
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 3 cups Harina Pan
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt, or more to taste
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Venezuelan Mandocas (Corn Fritters)
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These Venezuelan Sweet Corn Fritters (Mandocas) are crispy cornmeal rings with a soft, cheesy interior and a touch of sweetness from papelón syrup. Deep-fried until golden, they’re a traditional Venezuelan breakfast that’s simple, comforting, and naturally egg-free. Perfect for cozy mornings or sharing with family.
- 2 1/4 cup water
- 1 1/4 cup papelon (Brown Sugar Cane), (grated *see notes below)
- 2 allspice berries
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 2 teaspoons anise seeds
- 2 cups Harina PAN (corn meal)
- 2 cups papelon syrup
- 1 cup Queso Blanco (white hard cheese) (grated *see notes below )
- Corn oil for deep-frying ((you can also use any other oil with a neutral taste))
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Chocolate Tres Leches Cake
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This Chocolate Tres Leches Cake is a rich, chocoholic-pleasing cake that requires a glass of milk!
- 1 1/4 cup flour
- 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup milk, (warm)
- 1 tablespoon instant espresso
- 9 eggs, (separated)
- 1 1/2 cups sugar
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup chocolate Syrup
- 1 can (14oz) sweetened condensed milk
- 1 can (12oz) evaporated milk
- 1 can of Nestle table cream
- 4 oz cream cheese, (softened)
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
- Chocolate jimmies ((optional))
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Skinny Oat Arepas
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Skinny Oat Arepas are the perfect way to satisfy your cravings without the guilt! Easy to make, tasty and full of goodness.
- 2 cups Quaker® Oats Quick 1-minute
- 1 1/2 cup milk (( I used low fat))
- 1/2 cup egg whites
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon butter, (melted)
- 1/4 cup Harina P.A.N. flour ((pre-cooked white corn flour))
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 cup cilantro and/or spinach leaves ((optional))
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Venezuelan Cheese and Ham Empanadas
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These to-die-for Venezuelan Cheese and Ham Empanadas are filled with gooey cheese and savory ham. This recipe is sure to please just about every cheese lover and will become an instant favorite!!
- 1 1/2 cup Mozzarella Cheese, (shredded)
- 1 cup sliced ham, (chopped)
- 2 cups (240 ml) water
- 1 teaspoon (4 g) salt
- 1 tablespoon (12 g) grabulated sugar ((optional, see notes))
- 1 1/2 cups Harina P.A.N ((pre-cooked white maize meal))
- 1/4 cup (35 g) all purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon (4 g) baking powder
- Oil to fry ((I use corn oil))
- Guasacasa (for serving (optional))
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Venezuelan Pabellon Bowl
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This Venezuelan Pabellon Bowl is meal perfection! Shredded beef, black beans, white rice and fried plantains, make this dish a hearty, filling and most delicious lunch or dinner ever.
- Vegetable oil to fry
- 1 ripe plantain
- 4 cups cooked white rice ((homemade or store-bought))
- 3 - 4 cups Venezuelan Shredded Beef, (warmed)
- 2 cups cooked black beans, (warmed)
- 4 small arepas ((optional))
- Cilantro to garnish ((optional))
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Arroz con Leche Flan
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Arroz con Leche Flan is the result of the combination of two classics in one bite! It’s ultra-creamy, silky and crazy delicious. You won’t be able to resist a second slice.
- 5 cup whole milk, (warm)
- 1 -2 cinnamon sticks
- 2 strips of lime zest
- ¼ cup sugar
- 1 pinch of salt
- 1 cup rice
- 7 oz La Lechera® Sweetened Condensed Milk ((half can))
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1 1/2 cups sugar
- 6 eggs
- 14 oz (1 can) La Lechera® Sweetened Condensed Milk
- 14 oz whole milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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