There are some upsides to being confined at home during these uncertain times. Families get to spend more time together and take part in activities such as DIY projects, gardening, arts and crafts, and our favorite things to search on social media—making delicious food.
As they say, “there’s always room for dessert,” and so this month of May, join us as TLC celebrates Bakelicious, featuring four programs that focus on the delicious art of baking.
You can start small with some no-bake desserts below which you can do with the whole family, requiring only standard kitchen appliances and a maximum of five easy-to-access local ingredients.
1. Refrigerator Cakes
Refrigerator cakes are one of the easiest desserts to make. For as long as you have the three basic ingredients: all-purpose cream, condensed milk, and graham crackers. Refrigerator cakes are basically just made up of your mixture of all-purpose crème and condensed milk in between layers of graham, topped with whatever pleases you, from cookies to fresh fruits. Put it in the refrigerator until it is chilled or firm, and it is ready to be served.
2. Dessert Bites
Dessert bites are also made using the three aforementioned basic ingredients, with the addition of marshmallows and cookie crumbs or sprinkles. Just crush the graham crackers finely and mix it together with all-purpose cream and condensed milk. Coat marshmallows with the mixture until you create balls, then cover these with cookie crumbs or sprinkles.
3. Chocolate-Covered Fruits
Chocolate-covered fruits only require these three ingredients: chocolate, shortening, and the fruit of your choice. Simply melt the chocolate and shortening in a microwave and stir until smooth. Use the mixture to cover your chosen fruit and add toppings as desired, then freeze before serving.
4. Deep-Fried Desserts
Craving for something more savory? All you need is some pancake mix and the filling of your choice, which can range from cookies to candy bars or even fruits. Simply dip these in your pancake mix until fully-covered and fry until golden brown.
Get your sweet cravings satisfied and have a Bakelicious month of May with TLC. Join Clinton Kelly on Monday, May 4, as he welcomes 11 talented bakers to create delectable and delightful springtime desserts on the sixth season of Spring Baking Championship. Tune in to Cake-Off (Beast to Beauty) on Friday, May 15, where four bakers compete for a chance to win $10,000 and the title of Cake-Off champion. Watch out for Cake Hunters where party hosts meet with three cake designers to present jaw-dropping concepts on Monday, May 18. Go crazy as bakeries that create the craziest cakes imaginable are featured on the second season of Crazy Cakes on Thursday, May 21. All these and more are premiering at 07:10 p.m., only on TLC (Sky Cable CH 32/Cignal TV CH 64/Destiny Cable CH 62).