Franklin Square Design

A delightful parfait featuring layers of double-baked chocolate brownie, light meringue, and fluffy whipped cream.

Ingredients: 1 package brownie mix. 3 eggs. 1/2 cup vegetable oil. 1/4 cup water. 1 cup chocolate chips. 4 egg whites. 1 cup granulated sugar. 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. 2 cups whipped cream. Chocolate shavings for garnish.

Instructions: Set the oven to 350F 175C and heat it up. Put the eggs, vegetable oil, water, and brownie mix in a bowl and mix them together well. Add the chocolate chips to the brownie batter and mix them in well. Put the brownie batter in a baking dish that has been greased. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean. Wait for it to cool down. Get the meringue ready while the brownie cools. Beat the egg whites in a clean, dry bowl until soft peaks form. Gradually add the sugar and keep beating until stiff peaks form. Add the vanilla extract and mix well. Once the brownie is cool, cut it into small cubes. Put brownie cubes, whipped cream, and meringue in serving glasses or bowls one on top of the other until the glass is full. Put the parfait glasses back in the oven at 350F 175C for another 10 to 15 minutes, or until the meringue turns golden brown. Take it out of the oven and let it cool down a bit before you serve it. Add chocolate shavings as a garnish before serving. Have fun with your rich Double-baked Chocolate Meringue Brownie Parfait!

Prep Time: 30 minutes

Cook Time: 45 minutes

A delicious vegan twist on the classic Caprese pizza, featuring a flavorful pesto sauce, ripe tomatoes, vegan mozzarella, and fresh basil.

Ingredients: 1 pre-made pizza dough. 1/2 cup vegan pesto sauce. 2 medium tomatoes, sliced. 1 cup vegan mozzarella cheese, shredded. 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, torn. Salt and pepper, to taste. 2 tbsp olive oil.

Instructions: Turn on your oven and heat it up to 425F 220C. On a floured surface, roll out the pizza dough to the thickness you want. Place the dough on a baking sheet that has parchment paper on it. Put the vegan pesto sauce on top of the dough in a thin layer. Put the tomato slices on top of the pesto. Put the vegan mozzarella cheese on top of the tomatoes. Spread olive oil on the pizza and add salt and pepper to taste. It should be baked in a hot oven for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly. Take the pizza out of the oven and sprinkle it with torn basil leaves. Cut it up and serve it right away.

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes

Take your baking skills to the next level with these irresistible Snickerdoodle Cupcakes.

Celebrate the beauty of spring with these colorful and delicious dipped Oreos. Perfect for any occasion.

Indulge in the perfect combination of sweet strawberries and tangy white balsamic vinegar with this creamy and decadent ice cream recipe. Roasting the strawberries intensifies their flavor, while the addition of balsamic vinegar adds a subtle complexity to every bite.

Ingredients: 1 lb fresh strawberries, hulled and halved. 1/4 cup white balsamic vinegar. 1/2 cup sugar. 2 cups heavy cream. 1 cup whole milk. 3/4 cup sugar. Pinch of salt. 5 large egg yolks.

Instructions: Preheat oven to 375F 190C. Toss strawberries with white balsamic vinegar and 1/2 cup sugar, then spread on a baking sheet. Roast in the preheated oven until softened and slightly caramelized, about 20 minutes. Remove from oven and let cool. Puree roasted strawberries in a blender until smooth. In a saucepan, combine heavy cream, whole milk, remaining sugar, and salt. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until mixture just begins to steam. In a separate bowl, whisk egg yolks until smooth. Slowly pour a ladleful of the hot cream mixture into the egg yolks, whisking constantly to temper the eggs. Gradually whisk the tempered egg mixture back into the saucepan with the remaining cream mixture. Cook over medium-low heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and coats the back of a spoon, about 5-7 minutes. Strain the custard through a fine-mesh sieve into a clean bowl. Stir in the strawberry puree until well combined. Cover and refrigerate until completely chilled, preferably overnight. Churn the chilled mixture in an ice cream maker according to the manufacturer's instructions. Transfer churned ice cream to a freezer-safe container and freeze until firm, about 4 hours or overnight. Serve and enjoy!

Prep Time: 30 minutes

Cook Time: 30 minutes

Irresistible gooey texture of these buttery cream cheese cookies with decadent white chocolate. Perfect for any occasion.

A quick and flavorful pepper steak stir-fry that's perfect for busy weeknights. Tender slices of flank steak are stir-fried with colorful bell peppers and onions in a savory and slightly sweet sauce.

Ingredients: 1 lb flank steak, thinly sliced. 1 red bell pepper, sliced. 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced. 1 green bell pepper, sliced. 1 onion, thinly sliced. 3 cloves garlic, minced. 1/4 cup soy sauce. 2 tbsp oyster sauce. 1 tbsp cornstarch. 1 tbsp vegetable oil. 1 tsp sesame oil. 1 tsp ginger, grated. 1/2 tsp black pepper. Green onions, chopped for garnish. Sesame seeds for garnish.

Instructions: In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, oyster sauce, cornstarch, and black pepper. Set aside. Heat vegetable oil in a wok or skillet over high heat. Add sliced flank steak and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until browned. Remove from the wok and set aside. In the same wok, add sesame oil, garlic, and ginger. Stir-fry for 1 minute until fragrant. Add sliced bell peppers and onion to the wok. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until vegetables are crisp-tender. Return the cooked steak to the wok and pour the sauce over the ingredients. Stir-fry for an additional 2-3 minutes until everything is well-coated and heated through. Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds. Serve the Pepper Steak Stir-Fry over rice or noodles. Enjoy!

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes