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Nutty Bliss Peanut Butter Cheesecake – By Malsha – eLanka Ingredients: Crust: 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs 1/4 cup granulated sugar 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted Filling: 24 oz cream cheese, softened 1 cup granulated sugar 3 large eggs 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 cup creamy peanut butter Peanut Butter Ganache: 1/2 cup heavy cream 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter 1/4 cup powdered sugar Peanut Butter Whipped Cream: 1 cup heavy cream 1/4 cup powdered sugar 1/4 cup creamy peanut butter Instructions: Crust: Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C) and grease a 9-inch springform pan. In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter. Press the mixture into the bottom of the pan and bake for 10 minutes. Allow it to cool. Filling: In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and granulated sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. ...

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Carrot Cake – By Malsha – eLanka Ingredients: 2 cups All-Purpose Flour 1 cup White Sugar 1/2 cup Brown Sugar 3/4 cup Vegetable Oil 2 cups Finely Grated Carrots 2 Large Eggs 1/2 cup Buttermilk 2 tsp Baking Powder 1/2 tsp Bicarbonate of Soda 2 tsp Vanilla 1 tsp Ginger Powder 2 tsp Cinnamon 1/2 tsp Nutmeg 1/2 tsp Salt 1/2 cup Raisins (optional) 3/4 cup Chopped Walnuts Instructions: Preheat the oven to 170 degrees Celsius. In a large bowl, combine vegetable oil, white sugar, and brown sugar. Beat until the mixture is light and creamy. Mix in the eggs one at a time. Add buttermilk and vanilla, then mix until well combined. Sift in the all-purpose flour, baking powder, bicarbonate of soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger. Gently mix until the dry ingredients are just incorporated. Add the grated carrots, chopped walnuts, and raisins (if using). Gently fold them ...

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Savory Spiced Roast Chicken Delight – By Malsha – eLanka Ingredients: 1 medium-sized chicken (1 kg or more for optimal flavor) 50 grams oats 50 grams garlic 1 1/2 tablespoons pepper powder 1 1/2 tablespoons salt powder 1 1/2 tablespoons chili powder A dash of turmeric powder 1 tablespoon soy sauce 1 tablespoon oyster sauce Instructions: Begin by grinding ginger and garlic into a paste. Create a flavorful marinade by combining the ginger-garlic paste with oats, pepper powder, salt powder, chili powder, turmeric powder, soy sauce, and oyster sauce. Ensure the chicken is generously coated with this mixture. Allow the marinated chicken to rest for two to three hours, incorporating an extra amount of ginger and garlic for an intensified taste. Preheat the oven to 200°C (392°F). Either deep-fry the chicken for a crispy exterior or bake it in the oven for 45 minutes to an hour, until it achieves ...

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Yule Log Cake Recipe – By Malsha – eLanka Ingredients: For the Cake: 4 eggs, separated into yolks and whites 1/2 cup sugar 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder 1/3 cup cake flour 1/2 tsp instant coffee granules 1 tsp baking powder 1/4 tsp salt For the Filling: 1 cup heavy whipping cream 1/4 cup powdered sugar, plus extra for dusting 1/2 tsp vanilla extract For the Frosting: 6 oz dark or bittersweet chocolate chips (3/4 cup) 1.5 tbsp softened unsalted butter 1 tsp instant coffee granules 2/3 cup heavy cream 1/2 tbsp Kahlua 1/2 tsp vanilla extract For Garnish: Cranberries and rosemary Instructions: Preheat the oven to 425°F and line a half-sheet baking pan with parchment paper, securing it with office binder clips. In a stand mixer, whisk egg whites on high until soft peaks form. Set aside. In a large bowl, whisk together egg yolks and sugar until pale. ...

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Sri Lankan Christmas Cake Recipe – By Malsha – eLanka Ingredients: Dried Fruits (Step 1) 250 g Sultanas 100 g Raisins 125 g Ginger preserve or candied ginger, chopped 125 g chow chow, chopped 250 g glace cherry or macerated cherries, chopped 200 g Brandy Semolina & Butter Mix (Step 2) 250 g Unsalted Butter 200 g Semolina Egg Yolk Mix (Step 3) 500 g White Sugar (Adjust to 400g based on fruit sweetness) 13 Egg Yolks Spices and Flavouring 14 g Almond Essence 14 g Vanilla Essence 2 tsp Rose Essence 3 tsp Mixed Spices Final Ingredients (Step 4) 40 g Golden Syrup or Bees Honey 200 g Strawberry Jam 400 g Cashews, chopped 400 g Pumpkin Preserve (also known as melon candy or puhul dosi), chopped Step 5 7 Egg Whites, beaten to soft peaks Assembly 250 g Ready-to-Roll Marzipan Enough Brandy to brush on the cake Instructions: ...

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Festive Cheers: Homemade Eggnog Delight for a Merry Christmas! – By Malsha – eLanka Celebrate the festive spirit of Christmas with a classic and irresistible treat – Eggnog! This rich and creamy beverage is a holiday essential, bringing warmth and joy to gatherings. Here’s a simple and delightful recipe to create your own homemade Eggnog: Eggnog Recipe Ingredients: 2 cups fresh milk 4 tablespoons sugar 3 eggs 1/2 tsp nutmeg powder 1/2 tsp cinnamon powder 1/2 teaspoon ginger powder A pinch of clove powder Instructions: In a deep vessel, combine fresh milk, cinnamon powder, nutmeg powder, ginger powder, and clove powder. Mix well and heat on low flame, allowing it to boil for about 5 minutes. Separate the egg yolks from the whites. In a bowl, add 2 tablespoons of sugar to the egg yolks and beat until the sugar dissolves. Gradually incorporate the previously prepared milk mixture into the ...

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Chicken Devil Recipe – By Malsha – eLanka Ingredients: 500g chicken, cut into small pieces Soy sauce, turmeric powder, pepper, and salt for seasoning 3 tablespoons tomato sauce 3 tablespoons soy sauce 1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste 2 onions, sliced into large circles 2 fish chili pods 1 tomato 2 tablespoons crushed chili powder 2 1/2 teaspoons sugar Oil Instructions: Begin by seasoning the chicken with soy sauce, turmeric powder, pepper, and salt. Allow it to marinate for about 30 minutes. After marination, deep-fry half of the chicken pieces until golden brown. In a separate pan, heat some oil and add ginger-garlic paste. Then, incorporate chili pieces and sugar, cooking on low flame until the sugar dissolves. Once the sugar has dissolved, add tomato sauce and soy sauce to the mixture. Mix well and introduce the fried chicken pieces. Cook on low flame for a while. Add sliced onions, fish chili ...

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Christmas Fruitcake Recipe – By Malsha – eLanka Ingredients: 250 grams cherries 300 grams Rulang 500 grams sugar 250 grams butter 80 grams currants 250 grams raisins 250 grams sultanas 250 grams ginger dosi 250 grams Chow Chow 80 grams candied peel 12 eggs 250 grams cashews 1 small jar of strawberry jam 1/2 glass of brandy 1 small bottle of honey 2 tablespoons vanilla essence 2 tablespoons rose essence 2 tablespoons almond essence 1 teaspoon each of cardamom, cloves, cinnamon, nutmeg 2 teaspoons grated lime peel Instructions: Chop all the fruits and mix them with brandy. Place the mixture in a large container and seal it for approximately 5 days. In a pan, lightly fry the Rulang and combine it with butter. Separate egg whites and yolks. Beat the egg whites with sugar until stiff peaks form. Add turmeric powder to the beaten egg whites and continue to beat. ...

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Vegan Gingerbread Cookies Recipe – By Malsha – eLanka A delicious gift for your Christmas table Ingredients: 1 stick (1/2 cup or 112g) vegan butter, softened 3⁄4 cup packed (168g) dark brown sugar 3/4 cup (180mL) molasses 1/2 tablespoon (6.5g) vanilla extract 3 cups (360g) all-purpose flour 1/2 tablespoon (7g) baking powder 1 teaspoon (4g) baking soda 1 tablespoon (5g) ground ginger 1 teaspoon (2.5g) ground cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon (1g) ground nutmeg 1/4 teaspoon (0.5g) ground cloves 1/2 teaspoon (2.5g) salt Icing: 1 cup organic powdered sugar 1/4 teaspoon pure vanilla extract 1 1/2 to 2 tablespoons unsweetened almond milk Instructions: Allow the vegan butter to soften at room temperature for at least 30 minutes. In a large bowl, sift together flour, baking powder, baking soda, ground ginger, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, ground cloves, and salt. Mix until uniform and set aside. In another large bowl, cream together softened vegan ...

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Let’s Make Creamy Chicken Soup At Home – By Malsha – eLanka   Indulge in the delectable simplicity of a homemade creamy chicken soup, effortlessly crafted in your trusty rice cooker. This savory dish stands as a satisfying dinner option, bursting with flavors that are bound to delight your taste buds. The recipe is versatile, allowing you to incorporate your favorite vegetables for that extra touch of personalization. Ingredients 300 grams of chicken 100 grams of carrots, diced 100 grams of leeks, chopped 1 onion, finely chopped 100 grams of broccoli (optional) Vegetable of your choice 6 cloves of garlic, minced 3 tablespoons of bread flour 3 1/2 cups of water 3/4 cup of milk Salt and pepper to taste A knob of butter 1 tablespoon of oil 1 tablespoon of garlic powder (optional) Method Begin by cutting the carrots into bite-sized squares and chopping the leeks into small pieces. ...

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