The Baker Chick http://www.the-baker-chick.com Sweet treats, Recipe and Tricks of the trade from this NYC gal and her itty-bitty NYC kitchen. Fri, 17 May 2013 09:31:31 +0000 en-US hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.5.1 Perfect Chocolate Chip Cookies (For Two) http://www.the-baker-chick.com/2013/05/17/perfect-chocolate-chip-cookies-for-two/ http://www.the-baker-chick.com/2013/05/17/perfect-chocolate-chip-cookies-for-two/#comments Fri, 17 May 2013 09:00:45 +0000 Audra http://www.the-baker-chick.com/?p=5710 Perfect Chocolate Chip Cookies (For Two) %The Baker Chick

The number one question that I get asked when people meet me, knowing I have a baking blog, is- “How are you not fat?” Seriously- I get asked that weekly if not more often. I know it makes little sense- I’m baking, posting (and eating,) lots of treats per week and while I’ve definitely put on 5 lbs. since The Baker Chick was born, it hasn’t gotten out of hand. I exercise occasionally, (much to the dismay of my husband who is a personal trainer,) but what I really practice every single day is the art of moderation. For me if I eat a healthy diet I can still manage desserts several times a week as long as I don’t go overboard. I like a small slice of cake, or one brownie or cookie and then I typically give the rest away. It’s a system that works for me and I plan on sticking to it- as I never see giving up sweets in my future!

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Because a small serving of chocolate chip cookies are my version of a healthy recipe- I’m also offering a wonderful giveaway from Albion Fit. Nothing motivates me to actually work out more than a new set of stretchy clothes so I was thrilled when they offered to send me some things to review. I chose the gorgeous chevron one-piece, the most comfy charcoal gray capri pants and the v-neck racer back tank. I can honestly say I really love all three! I’ve never found a one-piece that I actually like and this one is so vintage-y and flattering while also being more modest for times when I want that.  And seriously- nothing  in the world makes me feel like running to a yoga class as much as when I have a new outfit to wear. Sad but true! :)

As you browse their site you’ll find some really high quality and comfortable work-out clothes that I found super comfy and flattering. Lucky for you- Albion Fit is offering one reader a $100 gift card to use on anything you want from their site! Use the widget below to enter!

Also- if you shop this weekend- you can save $15 on any purchase of $50 or more; the code to use at checkout is bakerchick15!!

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My Mama is in town this week! We have the cutest guest room (which is a NYC luxury but has only been used a couple times,) and I get so happy to walk by and see her in there. Living far away is hard. Anyway- my Mama is always wishing that we could bake together, so we didn’t waste any time making some kitchen magic this week.

I was dying to show her how easy and impressive the quick puff pastry I shared recently was, and we decided that a springy version of the classic French Napolean would showcase the pastry perfectly. Normally three layers of puff pastry sandwich pastry cream with a chocolate and vanilla glaze. In our case we layered thick whipped cream and juicy strawberries in between the most flaky and tender pastry. (I still can’t help but be amazed at how easy it is to make.

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Oh I sure do love my bundt pan. I mean what’s not to love? You can essentially bake up a gorgeous looking cake that when glazed looks fancy and special with little to no effort. The pan really does all the work. Now don’t get me wrong- I enjoy the effort involved in creating fancy layered cakes as well, but when I’m in a pinch and need something fast with a high presentation factor- bundts for the win!

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This doesn’t really count as me straying from desserts or baked goods right? I mean I made a pie crust and did bake it, so I figure that counts. It’s just that I don’t think I’ve ever posted anything on the blog that was actually dinner, and it feels like I’m breaking the rules. (I know it’s my blog and I can post whatever I want but you know what I mean.)

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Have you ever made monkey bread? I honestly and truly believe it may be the first thing I ever baked- seventh grade- home ec. class and a can of biscuit dough. I’m also pretty sure we “baked” them in the microwave? It’s possible. Not familiar with monkey bread? I’ve decided t’s basically like the inside of a cinnamon roll. Rounds of soft dough are dunked in butter and rolled in cinnamon sugar and then baked together. I mean sound’s pretty similar right?  I’ve been thinking that I needed to make a for-scratch version of this for ages and thought a muffin-sized version would be fun. (Normally it’s made in a bundt pan but the muffin tins were cute as can be!)

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Did you have a good weekend? Mine was really great actually- Andy and I saw Iron Man 3 (loved it,) had some yummy Cinco de Mayo margaritas and on Saturday ventured to Brooklyn for to donate a batch of these brownies to the NYC Bake Sale. It was held at the Brooklyn Flea market (which I’ve always wanted to visit) and was a huge success! (They raised over 3,000 for No Kid Hungry!)

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