Always Check the Expiry Date.

I was doing last minute grocery shopping last week (when do I not go on emergency grocery trips?!) when I chanced upon boxes of Pour ‘N Whip and Value Pride ready-to-whip pastry topping. I was so excited to grab a few boxes of Value Pride, but when I checked the expiry date, it read… “2/12/12.” I was looking for an attendant, but didn’t see anyone around, so I placed the cartons back in the chiller and made my way to the cashier.


Earlier today, I was on a last minute grocery shopping trip again. I had to get a few tubs of plain yogurt for my homemade yogurt experiment tonight. I once again saw the same cartons of ready-to-whip pastry topping. I checked the expiry date, and it showed the same date - “2/12/12.”





Since the manufacturer didn’t include the format of the date like MM/DD/YY (some do), I am not sure if it should be expired by February 12, 2012 or December 12, 2012.


I don’t know about you, but it has always been my practice to check  the dates.


It’s better to be safe than sorry.

gooey no-yeast cinnamon rolls.

I haven’t been blogging lately. I know… I wanted to, but I just didn’t have anything new or fascinating to post about. I haven’t tried a new recipe, either. Oh, except maybe for that successful marshmallow frosting I did last week. By successful, I mean to say that it actually piped nicely, but wasn’t too stable to hold its shape. Still practicing. I guess I could only do well with whipping egg whites once I get my own KitchenAid. Dear Lord, please please please?


Anyway, after that eclair mishap last time, I steered away from trying it again. I made cinnamon rolls instead! No waiting needed, really. Just make the dough, knead for a few minutes, fill and roll and bake! It’ll be ready in 30 minutes. That easy. :)


I’ve tried making no-yeast cinnamon rolls before but they turned out kinda hard, almost rock hard. I never tried again. I have no luck in making yeast breads, and I’m always on the lookout for no-yeast recipes. Imagine my glee when I found a recipe which looked like “real” cinnamon rolls. I have to try it myself… and try I did two weeks ago.


The verdict? It’s soft and gooey, especially when warm. They’re the best antidote to a mean cinnamon craving. They’re delish on their own, I have yet to try it with cream cheese frosting. I bet they’ll be amazing.

I need more practice in rolling out the dough. Hehe.

Valentines Day Treats

Happy post-Valentines Day, hearties! :)


I am not a big fan of February 14, but in the spirit of celebration, I accepted orders from people who felt like celebrating the day. Heh.


I made close to or maybe just about 100 cupcakes over the weekend – all while I was nursing migraine, colds and a nasty back pain. It’s just so fun being a girl. NOT.


Anyway, I spent yesterday doing the mundane – work and I was in a terrible mood. Let’s not go there.


To keep things happy and shiny, let me share you snaps of what I baked over the past few days. They’re just too beautiful and delish not to share. ;)


 

Devil’s Food Cupcake with Buttercream Frosting, Red Velvet Cupcake with Cream Cheese Frosting and Pink Glaze and Vanilla Cupcake with Pink Buttercream. I apologize for the blurry photos, they’re all taken using my phone, Hee.

 

Vanilla Cupcake with Marshmallow Base and Vanilla Buttercream Frosting

My first layer cake! 2-layer 4-inch Red Velvet Cake with Chocolate Fudge and Vanilla Buttercream Frosting. I know it doesn’t look red, but I swear, it is. ;)

Red Velvet Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting and Heart Fondant Toppers.

60 pieces Red Velvet and Tablea Cake Balls.

How about you, guys? What did you give and/or receive for Valentines Day?