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annikapanikker

👩🏻‍🍳Chef & Food Content Creator
Kindness & home made bread are short in todays world🙅🏻‍♀️
new delicious recipes weekly👇🏼

the answer is #cheese 🧀 blanket from here on ou

the answer is #cheese 🧀 blanket from here on out😮‍💨 indulgent, hearty, savory and so delicious. this WMF raclette & grill from @tavolashop is such a great appliance to have whether you’re hosting or cooking for one and very convenient as well.

I made corned beef, hash browns, grilled veggies and garlic bread topped with a combination of raclette and manchego cheese which was PERFECTION.

you could do steak, sausages, more veggies, seafood and honestly go crazy. but the cheese blanky on top has to be the most yummy part of the entire meal. the veggies took 5 mins as I still like mine crunchy, while the corned beef was done in 10 mins just like the hash browns. the cheese took 5-8 mins to get bubbly and melting.

#raclette #christmas #tavola #tavolashop #kitchenappliance #grill #breakfast #cooking #grilling #christmasvibes #christmasrecipes #christmascooking
Raclette, grilling, kitchen appliances, cooking,

Apple Grape Cheddar Pie🎄because a classic apple

Apple Grape Cheddar Pie🎄because a classic apple pie during the festive season just won’t do. Don’t get me wrong, you could just stay with apples and cinnamon but trust me when I say, don’t knock this till you try it.

Highlight of this recipe has to be the crisp, sweet and delicious apples from @marksandspencerme not to mention the grapes which are so sweet!! A little brown sugar to highlight the sweetness but the apricot cheddar just brings the filling together.

Ingredients:
For the filling -
4 large apples (cubed)
1/2 cup green/purple grapes (cut into half)
2 tbsp butter
1/4 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup orange juice
3 tbsp flour
1/4 cup cashew nuts (chopped)
1 tbsp cinnamon powder (its heavy on cinnamon but we love it)
1/4 cup apricot cheddar (cut into tiny pieces)
1 tbsp vanilla
For the pie -
2 store bought all butter short crust pastry (rolled out)
Powdered sugar for the top
Double cream

Blind bake the pastry in a 7 inch pie tin at 170 deg C for 15-20 mins.
To make the filling cook all the ingredients together until bubbling and thick on medium heat for around 5-8 minutes. Allow to cool.
Pour the filling into the baked pie crust, top with another layer of pastry and tuck the edges to seal the pie.
Bake for 30-35 mins until golden and the juices are bubbling.
Allow to cool a bit before slicing and serving. dust with powdered sugar generously and pour over double cream.

#christmas #applepie #recipe #christmastime #festive #festivevibes #dessert #christmaseason #baking #pieseason
Apple pie season, Christmas baking, Christmas time, Christmas vibes, Christmas, baking, apple pies, recipe

my instant Christmas cake is a tradition for many

my instant Christmas cake is a tradition for many years. it’s an ode to the Christmas cake haters and a love letter to the #christmascake lovers. it’s not dry and cardboard like but fruity and fragrant with every bite. my go to recipe that I’ve perfected over the years is on the blog.

Comment “🎄” and follow @annikapanikker so I can send you the link, also head to my bio for more information.

#christmas #christmastime #christmasbaking #christmastree #baking #cake #festivevibes #foodblog #cakesofinstagram #recipe #recipeshare #holidays
Christmas cake, Christmas baking, Christmas time, Christmas recipe, cake recipe, baking,

hot chocolate but make it cookies 🍪🎄this rec

hot chocolate but make it cookies 🍪🎄this recipe is an oldie but a goldie, I’ve been making it every single year for the last 5 years and it’s still gives me the same joy as it did when I first ate them.

ingredients:
60 gm Butter
100 gm Soft brown sugar
25 gm Castor sugar
1 Egg
20 ml Oil
120 gm Flour
10 gm Cornflour
15 gm Cocoa powder
5 gm Baking powder
8 Large Marshmallows (you can try stuffing each cookie with two but it’s a challenge)

Bake at 180 deg C for 10 mins, use a cocktail glass or cookie cutter to shape it back together as they will spread. Finish cooling on the baking tray for a couple of minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

full recipe is always on the blog: https://annikaeats.com/hot-cocoa-cookies/

#baking #christmas #christmastime #christmascookies #christmasrecipes #cookies #cookiestagram #hotchocolate #hotcocoa #hotchocolatecookies #christmasbaking
Hot chocolate, hot chocolate cookies, hot cocoa, hot cocoa cookies, Christmas cookies, recipe, Christmas baking, Christmas, baking, cookies,

a little festive cheer in the form of drinks this

a little festive cheer in the form of drinks this #christmas 🎄 season. some of my favorite recipes go down this month, cocktails, mocktails, lattes and a lots of hot chocolate recipes. you can find them all on the blog: https://annikaeats.com/recipes/

#drinks #drinksofinstagram #cocktail #cocktails #mocktails #christmas #christmastime #christmasrecipes #christmasseason #festivevibes
Christmas season, Christmas drinks, Christmas time, drinks, Christmas cocktails, hot chocolate

Holiday appetizer done right with @nutricookworld

Holiday appetizer done right with @nutricookworld air fryer toaster oven🎄

you don’t need this to bake cookies and cakes, rest assured you can use it to bake savory recipes like this and much more. LUCKILY the team was kind enough to offer a discount code to all of you so you can get yours too:
head to nutricookworld.com — use my code [annika10] for 10% off, link in my story.

SHALLOT TARTE TATIN RECIPE:
1 tbsp olive oil
6 banana shallots (cleaned and sliced length wise)
2 tsp flakey salt
1 tsp crushed black pepper
1 tsp dried oregano
4 thyme sprigs
2 tbsp butter
1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
1 tbsp brown sugar
1 puff pastry sheet
Serve with -
Labne, balsamic vinegar, chives

In an oven proof pan, fry the onions in olive oil sliced side down, until golden and take off the heat.
Top with all the seasonings and add the pastry on top, tucking the excess into the sides.
Bake at 180 deg c for 20-25 mins or until the pastry is puffed and golden.

#nutricook #nutricookworld #baking #toasteroven #airfryer #bakingfromscratch #appetizer #holidays #hotappetizers #recipe #kitchenappliance

hands down some of the best Mexican food I’ve ea

hands down some of the best Mexican food I’ve eaten in UAE @querida.dxb 🇲🇽 I share much on my restaurant experiences much but this one deserves it.

I’ll get into the food but first let me talk about the get up and the overall vibes. the set up feels like home, it’s cozy, comforting and so chilled. the staff are friendly and welcoming but the overall set up is so authentic. here’s what all I ate:

taco sampler 6pcs - Birria, Chicken tinga, Camarones gobernador 🌮
Asada tamales 🫔
Salpicon (braised beef) querida bowl 🥣
Nachos querida 🧀
Empanadas pollo🥟
Churros 🍫

the highlights were the tamales for sure, if you love corn you need this dish in your life. It’s so well balanced on the textures but the flavors of sweet, salty and savory blend so well.

the tacos itself were BOMB! All of them were excellent but the birria was one of the best, the sauce and tortillas itself were fresh and soft.

if you’re having the churros, get the chocolate sauce, it’s homemade and it’s not sweet sweet but semi sweet that is delicious, I could drink it.

📍 Querida Dxb

#mexicanfood #foodie #foodblogger #dubaifoodie #dubaifood #dubaifoodblogger #mexican #foodreview #foodgasm #tacos #nachos #tamales #mexicanfoodlover

Tiramisu Yule Log🎄table center piece or dessert

Tiramisu Yule Log🎄table center piece or dessert? Both? The fluffiest mocha sponge with mascarpone cream and a coffee ganache on top dusted with cocoa powder. Using the best ingredients from @spinneysuae

Ingredients:

Mocha yule log -
4 eggs
125g castor sugar
1 tsp vanilla
45ml oil
70g all purpose flour
10g cocoa powder
10g instant coffee powder
1/2 tsp baking powder
Pinch of salt
3 tbsp icing sugar or cocoa powder for dusting

Mascarpone cream filling -
250g mascarpone cream cheese
200g heavy cream
75g icing sugar
1 tbsp vanilla

Coffee ganache -
3 tbsp condensed milk
2 tbsp heavy cream
1 tbsp water
1 tbsp butter
1 tbsp instant coffee powder
3 tbsp chocolate chips

Garnish -
Cocoa powder, chocolate sprinkles, red currants and rosemary sprigs

Method:

For the Yule log, sift the flour, cocoa, salt, baking powder and coffee powder. Set aside.
Beat the eggs until thick and pale - around 3 mins. Add the sugar little at a time beating well. Beat for 4-5 mins until it’s creamy and doubled in volume.
Pour in the vanilla and the oil gradually beating well. Add the dry ingredients and fold together until combined. Pour and level the batter in a lined quarter sheet tray. Bake for 10-12 mins or until it’s done, it’s should feel springy when you touch it.
Dust over icing sugar on a large tea towel and flip over the baked hot sponge. Remove the baking paper and roll into a log while still hot.

To make the filling whip all the ingredients together until combined, set aside.

To make the ganache, heat all the ingredients together except for the chocolate until combined and simmering, take off the heat and add the chocolate, stir well.

Once the cake is cool, unroll it in the tea towel and spread over most of the filling. Using the tea towel roll it back up to make a log. Lighting frost the top with the remaining frosting, pour over the ganache, dust with cocoa powder and allow to chill for 20-30 mins before adding fruit and serving.

#spinneysuae #christmas #yulelog

the simplest sugar cookie recipe that doesn’t sp

the simplest sugar cookie recipe that doesn’t spread, it’s perfect for any occasion but more so for #christmas cookie season, they are also perfect to travel with making them the best edible gift situation🎄

all you need is butter, sugar, egg, vanilla extract, flour, salt and love. you can add orange zest, nutmeg, cinnamon, almond extract - the list is endless. full recipe is on the blog: https://annikaeats.com/sugar-cookies-the-christmas-chronicles🎄/

btw these cute cookie cutters from @tavolashop 😍
#christmasiscoming #christmastree #christmasseason #christmascookies #christmasgiftideas #christmasbaking #baking #bakingfromscratch #bakersgonnabake #bakingtime #cookies #sugarcookies #festiveseason #holidays #theholidays
Christmas cookies, sugar cookies, Christmas baking, festive baking, recipes, baking, Christmas vibes,

literally the only brownies I make during #christm

literally the only brownies I make during #christmas on repeat. save it, share it and bake it in the coming weeks (thank me later) 🎄

they are perfect for gifting but also, very yummy and dangerous to have in the house. they need very few ingredients and most of them you will have in your pantry.

ADD ONS: you can add any nuts or dried fruit of choice to amp up the festive flavors and vibe in the brownies. Orange zest, liquors or syrups are great ways to add layers into the brownie.

the frosting is a simple chocolate ganache frosting but you can use any chocolate frosting you like. the sprinkles are optional but a little sea salt flake situation is also welcome✨full detailed recipe is on the blog: https://annikaeats.com/easy-homemade-cosmic-brownies/

#baking #christmastime #christmasiscoming #christmasseason #christmascake #christmasbaking #bakingfromscratch #christmasgiftideas #brownie #fudgebrownies #brownies #chocolatebrownie #homemade #chocolatelovers #thefeedfeedchocolate #thefeedfeed #theholiday #holidays #festiveseason #recipe #recipes
Christmas baking, Christmas time, Christmas recipes, Christmas season, festive, Christmas, fudge brownie, cosmic brownies, recipe,

1 cookie dough = 12 different cookies 🎄with coo

1 cookie dough = 12 different cookies 🎄with cookies and festive cookie boxes all over my feed I thought it only fitting to share this recipe that is an oldie but absolute goldie. Comment “COOKIE BOX” below 👇🏼 and follow @annikapanikker so i can send you the written recipes.

#cookies #cookiestagram #cookiesofig #christmas #christmasseason #christmasgiftideas #christmastree #christmascookies #cookiebox #baking #festive
Christmas cookies, festive cookies, Christmas, festive treats, baking, Christmas vibes, cookie box, Christmas cookie box

TURKEY CRANBERRY CHEESE SLIDERS🎄 think hot appe

TURKEY CRANBERRY CHEESE SLIDERS🎄 think hot appetizer meets Christmas morning breakfast meets casual brunch or a festive and fun party finger food idea

use your favorite deli meat, I’ve used @spinneysuae smoked and pepper turkey slices which are so delicious and flavorful, apricot cheddar to add those fruity vibes and a delicious cranberry sauce cause tis the season

Ingredients:

For the filling -
200g pre cookies turkey deli meat/salami
60g apricot cheddar cheese
60g brie
30g butter
1 sprig rosemary

For the sliders -
9 potato bun sliders
Cranberry sauce/jam
Mustard
Hot sauce

For the top -
Garlic butter & Parmesan cheese

Preheat the oven to 180 deg C. Line a baking tray with parchment and set aside.
In a food processor, add all the filling ingredients and blend until combined.
Slice the buns in half spread over the cranberry sauce, mustard and hot sauce.
Top with the filling and spread evenly. Cover the buns and bake for 8-10 mins or until hot.
Brush the garlic butter on top and grate over the Parmesan cheese.

#christmas #magicmoments #sliders #spinneysuae #appetizers #holidays #theholidays #baking #turkey #homemade #recipe #recipeshare
Sliders, Christmas cooking, Christmas sliders, easy recipe

Chicken soup recipe for the soul - it’s one of t

Chicken soup recipe for the soul - it’s one of those that just hit the spot and make all those cold evenings warmer and cozier.

I’ve made it in the @instantpot.me for an easier and quicker version of the recipe in 45 mins but if you are going to make it in a heavy bottom stock pot, let the soup simmer for 2.5 hours.

Ingredients: for the base of the soup -
1kg chicken (I use a whole little bird)
2 onions, 2 carrots, 2 stalks celery, half stem leek, 2 spring onions, 4 garlic cloves, 2 inch ginger, handful of parsley (keep these large as we will blend them later)
1 tbsp butter
2 bay leaves, 4 sprigs of thyme, 3 cloves, 5 pepper corns
3 liters water (you could add less and dilute it later once cooked through)

Add ons which you can customize -
3 cups chopped veg (I used zucchini, mushroom, corn)
1/2 cup pasta (I used a small star shaped)
1/2 tsp turmeric powder
Salt and pepper to taste

serve with -
spring onions, parsley, olive oil, lemon juice, crushed black pepper, salt.

Sauté the chopped veggies in butter, add the aromatics, turmeric, the whole chicken, the large vegetables and top with water. Cook on the soup setting for 30 mins and allow the steam to release for 15 before opening.

Open the lid, remove the chicken on a tray and shred it. Transfer the large vegetables to a blender and blend until smooth. Pour it back into the pot, add the shredded chicken and check for seasoning.

Serve with the fresh herbs, lemon juice, olive oil and more seasoning.

@tavolashop
#soup #chickensoup #soupseason #winterseason #wintervibes #instantpot #instantpotrecipe #recipes #cozyseason #cozyvibes

christmas movies 🎥 🎄 hot chocolate, cookies,

christmas movies 🎥 🎄 hot chocolate, cookies, blankets, socks and cozy vibes from here on out. swipe to grab my list of festive movies for this season, save it and share it for a fun festive foodie movie night✨

also all these christmas movie recipes are on my blog, linked here: https://annikaeats.com/10-recipes-inspired-by-your-favourite-christmas-movies/

#christmas #christmasmovies #christmasseason #christmasvibes #festive #holidays #foodblogger #foodblog #recipes #christmasrecipes
Christmas movies, Christmas season, Christmas vibes, Christmas, festive season, the holidays, Christmas movie recipes, Christmas recipes, Christmas

be it #uaenationalday 🇦🇪 or a casual Monday

be it #uaenationalday 🇦🇪 or a casual Monday pick me up or cozy Christmas baking vibes 🎄nothing is more comforting than a caramel custard. you may call it crème caramel or caramel pudding or flan. I’ve got a simple recipe that is fool proof and perfect for beginners or advanced bakers.

recipe linked here: https://annikaeats.com/creamy-creme-caramel-custard-with-amaretti/

#baking #cremecaramel #caramel #foodblogger #foodblog #bakingfromscratch #bakersgonnabake #recipeshare #caramelpudding #pudim #dessert #desserts
Caramel pudding, caramel custard, crème caramel, baking, food blog, baking recipe, dessert

if you needed a plan for Sunday with the perfect w

if you needed a plan for Sunday with the perfect weather and vibe then look no further with Solemare Sundays😍

the menu at @beachbarandgrill has a little something for everyone: fresh seafood grills with fragrant sauces. hot appetizers like mushroom arancini plus more along side cold starters like carpaccio and ceviche. the cheese, butter and bread station was a delicious selection of soft and hard cheeses along with crusty and soft bread options.

main courses like a live pasta station, steak, confit chicken were spot on but the dessert was the perfect ending with tiramisu, pavlova and lemon tarts - with a lot more options including vegan and gluten free ones. the signature mocktails kept my thirst away.

📍 Beach Bar & Grill (@ooroyalmirage )

#bbg #ooroyalmirage #dubaifoodblogger #dubaifoodies #dubaifoodie #dubaifood #dubai #foodie #foodlover #foodgasm #foodblogger #sundaymood #sundayfunday

hey ninjas, am sorry to report this at such a time

hey ninjas, am sorry to report this at such a time. I know everyone’s got their own problems in life and this is definitely not needed - especially as we are going to be ending this year soon. but hot cocoa married cinnamon buns and these hot cocoa cinnamon rolls were born, which are better than the classic. you won’t be able to go back to store bought, unfortunately.

comment “BUNS” below 👇🏼 and follow @annikapanikker for more deliciously festive content. or find the recipe on my blog.

#baking #hotcocoa #hotchocolate #cinnamonrolls #cinnamon #cinnamonroll #christmasbaking #christmas #christmasrecipes #recipe #festivevibes #festivebaking

4 words: Cranberry. Orange. Loaf. Cake. she’s a

4 words: Cranberry. Orange. Loaf. Cake. she’s a one bowl recipe and the most perfect tea cake recipe to bake this #festive season. it’s fruity, zesty and so delicious. soft and tender but packed with flavor.

COMMENT “tea cake” below and follow @annikapanikker so i can send you the full recipe or head to the blog: https://annikaeats.com/cranberry-orange-loaf/

#baking #christmas #christmastime #christmasbaking #christmasrecipes #festivevibes #bakingfromscratch #foodblog #foodblogger #orangeloafcake #recipeshare

Eggnog cream puffs to kick start all those magic m

Eggnog cream puffs to kick start all those magic moment festive feelings. If you have not made cream puffs at home - fret not, this recipe will simplify it for you.

Also, my first christmas🎄recipe for the season and no better way to start than with @spinneysuae ingredients ✨

CREAM PUFFS:
236ml water
113g butter
1/4 tsp salt
130g all purpose flour
4 large eggs

EGGNOG CUSTARD:
150ml ready to eat custard
50ml double cream
Freshly ground nutmeg, cinnamon, clove
1 tsp vanilla extract

ROSEMARY GARNISH:
8 Rosemary sprigs
4 tbsp simple syrup
100g castor sugar

For the cream puffs -
Preheat the oven to 200 Degrees C and line a baking tray with parchment paper. In sauce pot on medium heat add the water, salt and butter. Bring to a boil.
Add the flour and mix well until combined, it should form a ball and leave the sides. Keep mixing.
Add the eggs one at a time off the heat and stir well until you have a smooth paste. Transfer to a piping bag with a nozzle and pipe 1 inch mountains on the sheet. Bake for 30 minutes or until puffed, golden and crispy. Bake the mixture in batches if your oven is small.

For the custard -
Whisk all the ingredients together, taste and adjust the spices as needed. Transfer to a piping bag.

For the rosemary -
Drench the rosemary in simple syrup and dunk into the sugar coat well and dust off the excess. Allow it to air dry and harden.

Assembly -
Pipe the cooled puffs with the custard, top with melted chocolate, sprinkles and the sugared rosemary.

#spinneysuae #magicmoments #christmas #baking #creampuffs #eggnog #foodblogger #christmasrecipes

life lately…a few highlights and take aways: -

life lately…a few highlights and take aways:

- 100% functioning on bare minimum sleep
- @mattscravat getting milk
- asparagus and @iamginodacampo
- one of the best introductions of all time @remixrich
- crème brûlée doughnuts with @aheadinbread aka @breadaheadbakery
- mother man at my cooking demo @tasteofabudhabifestival
- one of the warmest hugs with @shivesh17
- a team that rides together and dies together
- try relishing the present (coming from a chronic overthinker)

from here on out it’s full on Christmas 🎄 vibes - don’t say I didn’t warn you, we are already late to this party.

#foodie #foodblogger #tasteofabudhabi #foodlover #abudhabi

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