Author: Bonus Kitchen

Modification date: November 4, 2025 Sirisha · This post may contain affiliate links · leave a comment Are there nights when you want to eat something sweet but don’t want to bake a whole cake? This dairy-free chocolate chip mug cake was created for just that.It’s warm, rich, and loaded with melty chocolate chips, but it’s dairy-free, light, and ready in the microwave in a minute. 1 mug 1 fork Instant gratification. This dessert is perfect when you’re craving something sweet last minute. If you’ve tried my Oatmeal Mug Cake or my Vegan Rice Krispies , you’ll love this recipe…

Want to taste traditional Vietnamese home cooking? Try Canh Khoai Mo. The bright purple color stands out and goes great with rice. What is Kankoimo? Canh khoai mỡ is a traditional Vietnamese vegetable soup from central Vietnam, easily recognizable by its natural purple color derived from purple sweet potatoes. Canh khoai means “potato and yam soup”. Mỡ means “fat” and refers to the oily, slimy texture of raw, grated purple sweet potatoes. Purple sweet potato, also known as khoai tím or purple water yam (Dioscorea alata), is called ube in Filipino cuisine and is usually used in sweet desserts. In…

This cottage cheese hot chocolate is my new favorite way to turn a cozy classic into something a little more nutritious without sacrificing comfort. It’s rich, rich, and incredibly smooth, but it’s made with just a few simple ingredients you probably already have: cocoa powder, honey, milk, and cottage cheese. No starches, no complicated procedures, no weird additives. The cottage cheese melts smoothly and adds protein while making the drink creamy. You can’t taste it at all, just pure chocolate goodness. The cocoa gives it a deep, authentic chocolate flavor, and the honey adds a gentle sweetness. Warmed slowly and…

Our roasted shrimp platter with homemade cocktail sauce is a hit at any party. Roast the shrimp in olive oil, season with salt, pepper and a squeeze of lemon juice fresh from the oven. My homemade cocktail sauce is more than just horseradish and ketchup. It’s very delicious and a perfect appetizer for New Year’s Eve. You can’t go wrong with a classic appetizer. Especially when it comes to shrimp. Bonus points if it’s easy. And this roasted shrimp appetizer ticks all those boxes. Also, I make homemade cocktail sauce, so why not? It’s just as easy and so much…

As 2025 comes to a close, we can’t let the year end without sharing some of the most popular egg-free recipes you’ll love this year. These are tried-and-true eggless baking and cooking favorites you’ll make, save, and come back to again and again, from cozy desserts to delicious family dinners that surprised even me. This Top 10 list is a little love letter to everyone who has been cooking and baking with me in 2025. Oriana’s chat corner As 2025 comes to a close, I want to pause for a moment and say thank you. Really. Thank you for baking…

When we moved into our new home in June, we inherited a 3-year-old Fisher & Paykel bottom-mount refrigerator. If either door is left open too long, a protest beep will sound. It has quick freeze and bottle cooling features, which I haven’t used yet, but you’ll have plenty of time to complain about not having a dedicated cheese drawer. The freezer consists of a series of sliding drawers, including a shallow drawer for ice cube trays, but none of them are deep enough to store my typical artisanal sourdough bread. The adjustable shelf in the refrigerator door thankfully fits a…

This White Christmas Margarita is creamy, festive, and ready in minutes. Made with tequila, coconut cream, and white cranberry juice, this holiday margarita is perfect for Christmas parties and winter entertaining. Snowy White Christmas Margarita Cocktail The traditional margarita is all about tequila, lime, and orange liqueur. This White Christmas Margarita is a festive holiday version made with tequila, coconut rum, white cranberry juice, fresh lime, and coconut cream. It has a slightly sweet, creamy, citrus scent and a snowy white color, making it perfect for winter parties. The sanding sugar on the edges looks beautiful and gorgeous. Combine with…

gingerbread brownie Written by Sophie | Broma Bakery These gingerbread brownies are the ultimate holiday treat. Imagine your favorite rich, fudgy brownie with tangy ginger, soothing spices, and molasses. gingerbread brownie Your favorite brownie and a soft gingerbread cookie fell in love under the mistletoe and the gingerbread brownie was born. Imagine brownies with the tried-and-true fluffy, crackly top. However, it is designed for the holidays. Loaded with tingly ginger, warming spices, and molasses for the ultimate December treat. It’s rich, chewy, chocolaty, and has a hint of spiciness that’s perfect. What are gingerbread brownies? Think of your favorite super…

This impressive braised short rib recipe features mouth-wateringly tender beef slow-braised in a caramelized onion and red wine broth. Think of this dish as a combination of French onion soup and red wine braised short ribs. It’s cozy, rich, and perfect for a cold night. We caramelized plenty of onions to add sweetness and richness to the broth. The beef is then braised for three hours to achieve the crumbly texture, all done by hand. You’re left with incredibly tender, flavorful beef and a rich, rich gravy that intertwines with caramelized onions. Best is to serve this over something that…

It’s time to get all your holiday baking recipes out of the recipe tin. Check out our favorite Christmas cookie recipes. I will continue to add more cookie recipes to this collection. If you have a cookie recipe you’d like to share with us, please submit it here. I would like to publish the recipes on my blog. I’ve already shared some reader recipes and would be happy to share your favorite family recipes as well. Also check out our articles on homemade holiday gifts and the ultimate gift list for foodies. This shortbread cookie recipe is buttery and flaky.…