Feature Product of the Month

Ramekin dishes are a culinary timepiece with its versatile use and convenient element. The word ramekin originated from a French word which is reflective of the many dishes that can be made using these special bowls. These dishes are popular for its  individual portioned attribute, which are

excellent for making both sweet and savory foods.  Souffles, creme brulee, flan, custards, molten cakes are just some common desserts that are made using these dishes. Ramekins are also great for making macaroni pie, quiche, and serving dips and sauces.

Want to use you ramekin dishes? Scroll down for a delicious decadent molten chocolate cake recipe.

Classes

Spring into baking classes!

Indulge yourself in the ooo so sweeeet world of cake decorating & baking. Advance your skill set to a whole new level by taking some professional courses and even receive a certificate of completion! And learn new techniques by trying some of our workshops.

Ribbons & Bows Workshop

  Learn how to make ribbons, draping, swags & bows from fondant. More info

Handbag & Shoes

 Be your own fashion designer and learn how to sculpture your own handbag. More info. Other Sugar Craft Classes: Spring Gum Paste Flowers, Orchid Gum Paste Flowers, Cake Carving, Marzipan Modelling II.

Puff Pastry 

Learn how to make delicious cream horns, patty shells, etc. More info. Other Baking Workshops: Dessert Cakes III, Fabulous Cupcakes. 

3 Days Gumpaste 

Learn how to make life-like flowers using gumpaste in this one day class. More info. Other Professional Courses: Cake Decorating I & II, Advanced Techniques.

Check out our full listing of Fall/Winter classes. More info

Biscotti + Cookie= Biskie-Stix

What do you get when you combine a biscotti and a cookie? A Biskie-Stix!
 

Enjoy these biskie-stixes with your next cup of coffee or even pair them with your favourite dessert to add an extra special touch. Also give them as bonbonniere for weddings and other occasion and personalize them using various packaging accessories.

Available as a special order. Click here for more info.

Molten Chocolate Cake

Add some sweetness to your life this spring season with this quick and easy to make molten chocolate cake.

*Recipe adapted from Food Network*

Ingredients

• 7 1/2 ounces bittersweet chocolate (coarsely chopped)
• 11 tablespoons unsalted butter 
• 3 large eggs
• 3 large egg yolks
• 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons white granulated sugar
• 5 tablespoons all purpose flour

• Butter for greasing ramekins

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 325 degrees.
2. Grease dishes using the butter
3. Melt 5 1/2 ounces of the chocolate and butter. Place chocolate and butter into a metal bowl, and set it over a pan of simmering water. Stir until melted and smooth. Let it cool slightly.
4. Combine eggs, yolks and sugar in a separate bowl. Mix using an electric mixer with the whisk attachment. Mix on medium to high speed for about 10 minutes. 
5. Mix in flour on low speed
6. Add melted chocolate, and continue to mix for about 5 minutes. 
7. Divide half of the mixture among the ramekins. 
8. Divide the remaining 2 ounces of chocolate among them. Place the chocolate in the center of the batter (about 1tbsp of chocolate per dish).
9. Pour remaining batter among the ramekins.
10. Bake for 12 mins until the cake is set around the edges but center is slightly jiggly when the cup is moved
11. Let cool for about 3-4 mins
12. Served with your favorite topping

In This Issue

• Feature Product of the Month
• New Products
• April Specials
• Upcoming Classes 
• Biskie-Stix
• Molten Chocolate Cake Recipe

April New Products

6 Piece Porcelain Ramekins

Item #: 17878

Excellent for baking souffles and creme brulee. More info. 

Shimmer Gumballs

Item #: 17955-17961

Perfect for adding some colour to cupcakes and other baked treats. Available in a variety of colours.  More info.

Spring Flower Box

Item #: 17947

Great for adding a nice seasonal touch to artisan baked goods and chocolates. Available in various sizes and styles. More info.

Merckens Black Chocolate Wafers

Item #: 17940

Perfect for adding some bold colours to seasonal chocolate desserts. Available in other quantities and new colours.  More info. 

**Try the  NEW Merckens Yogurt flavoured variety.**  

For more new products visit our website

April Specials

3 Piece Acrylic Wedding Stand

Item #: 7136

Perfect for displaying beautiful made cupcakes and desserts. More info

Wilton Punch & Cut Inserts

Item #: 2096

Great for creating flowers and other fun shapes to decorate cupcakes and cakes.  Available in other shapes.  More info.

4 Piece Heart Cake Pan Set

Item #: 8261

Perfect to use for creating Mother's Day cakes. Available in other shapes and sizes. More info.

To see more specials visit www.mccalls.ca