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These snowflakes are a variation of the viennese delicate cookies. They are not so light and crisp as the viennese snowflakes, resemble a texture of simple sugar cookies, but with less density. Creaming method is used for making these, which develops the gluten in the flour and that is why they do not keep  perfectly their shape during baking. The snowflakes winter cookies are easier to make compared to the viennese ones.  Winter was quite generous to us this year. Not very many super cold days.  I love winter though, and I miss the real snowfalls that last for days, the super cold temperatures afterwords, that almost stop my breath, the bright sun rays that play with the blindingly white snow and bounce straight back into the pupils, making me see colourful circles. This is the time when you can see the true structure of a snowflake - just hold your hands open until a crispy lacy snowflake lays down and explore ... It is a magical moment! It ...

The most elegant way to declare your love to someone is with chocolate. The warmth and deliciousness of the chocolate has been never comparable to the diamonds. The chocolate is an art creation. Fine senses and strong feelings are needed for understanding this pure food of Heaven.  Self-made chocolate truffles are best present for St. Valentine. They are very easy to make - the only skill needed is ... love. for the truffles: 220 ml whipping cream 30 g sugar 250 g bittersweet chocolate 37 g unsalted butter for the coating: 250 g dark chocolate (72% cocoa solids), tempered cocoa powder (optional) prepare the molds: polish the mold with a clean soft cotton cloth prepare the truffles : Bring the cream and sugar to boil. Have the chocolate chopped in a bowl. Pour the hot cream over the chocolate and let it stay for 5-7 min. Stir with a flexible spatula to homogenize well until glossy mixture of ganache is formed. Pour the...