Genevieve Yam

1 week ago | seriouseats.com | Genevieve Yam |Genevieve cooked

Puréeing the carrots with sugar, vegetable oil, and eggs creates a smooth batter that bakes into a light, moist cake. Incorporating whole milk into a mixture of sweetened condensed milk, cocoa powder, and butter helps thin out the frosting slightly, resulting in a smooth, creamy chocolate glaze that’s easily pourable. Carrots may be available at grocery stores year-round, but they're at their best in the spring, when they’re in season and particularly sweet.

1 week ago | seriouseats.com | Genevieve Yam

Hosting and cooking Easter brunch for a large crowd can be anxiety-inducing: You have to plan the menu, get the groceries, do the meal prep and cooking, and, of course, entertain. But preparing for Easter brunch doesn't have to be stressful—there are plenty of make-ahead dishes to consider and impressive, minimal-effort recipes you can whip up in the nick of time. Below, you'll find our favorite Easter brunch recipes, including classics like a sweet, tangy glazed ham, deviled eggs, and roast lamb.

1 week ago | yahoo.com | Genevieve Yam

Yahoo is using AI to generate takeaways from this article. This means the info may not always match what's in the article. Reporting mistakes helps us improve the experience.Generate Key TakeawaysMany years ago, I worked at a café, where I was responsible for making hundreds of cookies, muffins, and scones each week. A topic of conversation that us bakers (ever the persnickety bunch!) never tired of was how to make a perfectly round cookie.

1 week ago | seriouseats.com | Genevieve Yam |Genevieve cooked

Tossing flour, chopped walnuts, brown sugar, and ground cinnamon with melted butter results in a satisfyingly crunchy streusel topping. A combination of cinnamon and nutmeg give the muffins a warm spiced note. Baking the muffins at a high temperature (425°F/220°C) gives them an initial lift; reducing the temperature to 375°F (190°C) allows the muffins to finish baking evenly.

2 weeks ago | seriouseats.com | Genevieve Yam |Genevieve cooked

Nutty brown butter highlights the natural sweetness of carrots and the earthiness of the whole wheat flour. Spread the fluffy layers with a tangy cream cheese buttercream frosting, and for an extra-special touch, top the whole creation off with decorative (but edible!) roses made from twisted carrot curls.