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Being a cake artist for over 10 years means I have a lot of cake-related tutorials for you.

Here you will find tutorials as well as recipes that will help you with your cake-decorating skills. Whether you are looking to start at the basic level or want to advance your skills you have come to the right place including my free masterclass Cake Decorating for Beginners

We start by learning the basics of how to bake cakes from scratch with over 50 layer cake recipes. How to choose the right cake for the right project, then we learn how to level and frost them with buttercream after which we learn how to cover them with fondant before finally decorating them.

You will find my tutorials for basics, cake, cupcakes, cookies, sugar flowers, toppers as well as wafer paper.

Castle Cake Tutorial

Castle Cake Tutorial

Number Cakes

Number Cakes

Letter Cakes Recipe Tutorial

Letter Cakes Recipe Tutorial

Mermaid Cake Recipe

Mermaid Cake Recipe

Cake Decorating for Beginners – Masterclass

Cake Decorating for Beginners – Masterclass

Cake Decorator Turned Blogger

Cake Decorator Turned Blogger

Summer Cakesicles – Cake Popsicles

Summer Cakesicles – Cake Popsicles

SpongeBob Cake

SpongeBob Cake

Secrets to Baking Incredible Cakes

Secrets to Baking Incredible Cakes

Fault Line Cake Tutorial

Fault Line Cake Tutorial

Geode Cake with Silicon Mold

Geode Cake with Silicon Mold

Fondant Ruffles Cake with Standing Heart Cake Topper

Fondant Ruffles Cake with Standing Heart Cake Topper

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You'll be pleasantly surprised at how simple these You'll be pleasantly surprised at how simple these baked chicken thighs can be. It's an easy, inexpensive way to take advantage of succulent meat and crispy skin. The best part is this chicken cooks in just 45 minutes https://veenaazmanov.com/baked-chicken-thighs/ The link to the recipe is in my profile @veenaazmanov Ingredients ▢2 lbs (1 g) Chicken thighs ((6 to 8 thighs) skin-on) ▢½ teaspoon Salt ▢½ tsp Black pepper powder Marinade ▢1 tablespoon Grainy mustard ▢1 teaspoon Mustard paste (djon mustard) ▢½ teaspoon Garlic powder ▢1 teaspoon Onion powder ▢½ tsp Thyme (dried) ▢½ teaspoon Oregano (dried) ▢½ tsp Chilly (Cayenne or paprika) ▢2 tablespoon Lemon juice ▢1 tablespoon Honey ▢2 tablespoon Olive oil #chicken #thighs #chickenthighs #bakedchicken #howtomakechicken #foodblog #cooking #lunch #dinner
This hamburger casserole is like eating a cheesebu This hamburger casserole is like eating a cheeseburger with pasta. Made on the stovetop in one pot and in under 30 minutes. Yes, the pasta cooks in the same pan. Absolute comfort food with great taste and minimal effort. The recipe with detailed instructions is on my blog https://veenaazmanov.com/hamburger-casserole/ Ingredients ▢1 lb (450 g) Ground beef (lean) ▢8 oz (226 g) Pasta ((penne or similar) ) ▢2 tablespoon Olive oil ▢½ Onion (finely chopped) ▢1 Garlic clove (finely chopped) ▢15 oz (425 g) Crushed tomatoes (canned) ▢½ cup (8 tablespoons) Tomato paste ▢2 tablespoon Mustard paste ▢2 tablespoon Ketchup ▢1 tablespoon Oregano (dried ) ▢1 teaspoon Salt ▢1 teaspoon Pepper ▢1 cup (240 ml) Chicken broth ▢1 cup (240 ml) Water (or broth) ▢2 cup (226 g) Cheese (grated - cheddar, ) ▢¼ cup (25 g) Parmesan ▢½ cup Mozarella (grated) ▢2 tablespoon Parsley (finely chopped ) The link to the recipe is in my profile @veenaazmanov (Click on the link and then on the image again to go to the recipe) Or search for Veena's Hamburger Casserole on #google #hamburgercasserole #hamburger #casserole #cooking #pasta #groundbeefrecipe #beefrecipes
These no-bake energy bites are made with only two These no-bake energy bites are made with only two ingredients and they’re packed with protein, healthy fats, and energy-boosting oats. These energizing “bites” are perfect for busy people on the run. You can take them along as a quick and nutritious snack. The Recipe with full instructions is on the blog https://veenaazmanov.com/no-bake-granola-dates-energy-bites/ Ingredients ▢20 Medjool dates ▢4 cups (250 g) Granola Optional ▢½ teaspoon (0.5 teaspoon) Ground cinnamon ▢¼ teaspoon (0.25 teaspoon) Ground nutmeg ▢1 teaspoon Vanilla extract The link to the recipe is in my profile @veenaazmanov (Click on the link then on the image to go to the recipe) #granola #energybites #energyballs #granolaballs #bestgranolaballs #balls #bites #snackbite #snackballs #nobake
Make delicious mugs of hot chocolate at home with Make delicious mugs of hot chocolate at home with this homemade hot chocolate mix recipe. Made with real grated chocolate in the cocoa mix this is thick, creamy, and delicious. Ingredients Hot Chocolate Mix ▢2 cups (240 g) Powdered sugar ▢1 cup (85 g) Cocoa powder ▢1 cup (240 ml) Milk Powder ▢3 oz (85 g) Grated semi-sweet chocolate (I use 60%) ▢2 tablespoon Cornstarch Spices (optional) ▢½ teaspoon Pumpkin spice ▢½ teaspoon Cinnamon spice ▢½ teaspoon Nutmeg (fresh grated) The full recipe with detailed instructions in on my blog https://veenaazmanov.com/homemade-hot-chocolate-mix/ The Link to the recipe is in my profile @veenaazmanov (Click on the link then on the image to go to the recipe) #hotchocolate #hotcocoamix #hotchocolatedrink #hotchocolatemix #chocolatedrink #easychocolatedrinks #cookingchocolatedrink
Chocolate-covered strawberries are a classic New Y Chocolate-covered strawberries are a classic New Year's and Valentine's Day treat. But that doesn't mean they are less than delicious any other day of the year. Did you know that these are super simple and easy to make? https://veenaazmanov.com/make-chocolate-covered-strawberries/ Ingredients ▢1 lb (450 g) Fresh strawberries ▢7 oz (200 g) Chocolate (dark, bitter-sweet or semi-sweet ) ▢2 tablespoon Vegetable oil (or coconut oil ) Garnish (optional) ▢4 oz (100 g) White chocolate (melted) ▢3 tablespoon Nuts (finely chopped) #strawberry #chocolate #chocolatecoveredstrawberries #chocolatestrawberries #chocolatecoatedstrawberry #chocolatecoveredstrawberry #valentinedessert #valentine #valentinesday #valentinesdessert #quickvalentinesdaytreats
Cream cheese makes tasty baked goods even better. Cream cheese makes tasty baked goods even better. So it’s no surprise that adding it to brownies makes for a delectable treat. These cream cheese brownies are creamy, rich, and decadent just like eating creamy cheesecake brownies. https://veenaazmanov.com/cream-cheese-brownies/ Ingredients Brownie batter ▢8 oz (226 g) Chocolate (bittersweet, or semi-sweet chocolate chips) ▢8 oz (226 g) Unsalted butter (room temperature) ▢1 cup (220 g) Sugar ▢3 large Eggs ▢⅔ cup (80 g) All purpose flour (or gluten-free flour) ▢¼ teaspoon Salt ▢2 tablespoon (15 g) Cocoa powder ▢1 teaspoon Vanilla extract Cream cheese mixture ▢¾ cup (170 g) Cream cheese (38% fat ) ▢¼ cup (50 g) Greek yogurt ▢2 tablespoon Sugar ▢1 large Egg yolk ▢1 teaspoon Vanilla extract Preheat oven 350°F/ 177°C/ Gas Mark 4. Bake for 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with moist crumbs. The detailed recipe with progress pictures is on the blog, the link to the blog is in my profile @veenaazmanov #brownies #brownierecipe #howtomakebrownies #creamcheesebrownies #browniecreamcheese #creamcheeseswirlbrownies #recipes
Creme Brûlée also used to be known a long time a Creme Brûlée also used to be known a long time ago as 'Burnt Cream'. It is sweet, creamy, and thick. It has a velvet-like vanilla custard on the bottom topped with crunchy, bittersweet crystalized sugar that's torched just before serving. https://veenaazmanov.com/classic-creme-brulee/ The LINK to the recipe is in my PROFILE @veenaazmanov For the Creme ▢2 cups (470 ml) heavy cream ((38% or more)) ▢4 Egg yolks (large) ▢⅓ cup (60 g) Sugar ▢¼ tsp Salt ▢1 Vanilla bean For the Brulee top ▢6 teaspoon (5.33 tablespoon) Sugar Preheat the oven to 300°F/ 150°C / Gas Mark 2 Bake in a preheated oven for 30 to 40 minutes #cremebrulee #brulee #flan #dessert #valentinesday #baking #custardbaked #bakedcustard #foodblog #ingisrael
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