The last two months have been incredibly nostalgic for anyone who’s childhood took place during the early 2000s; first the Jonas Brothers came back and now Miley’s rocking the Hannah Montana hair again! What’s next a Big Time Rush reunion? While you’re waiting for the next Jo Bro song to drop or any more of your favorite childhood actors to announce a big reboot or reunion (*cough *cough Drake and Josh), here are 3 recipes that are bound to make you feel like a kid again!
Cosmic Brownies
Ingredients
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350 and grease and line a 8 by 8 square cake pan with parchment paper and set aside.
In a large mixing bowl combine the butter and sugar using a hand mixer, or if you don’t have one you can use a whisk
Add in the eggs and vanilla extract, continue to mix until smooth.
Add in the flour 1/4 cup at a time mixing in between. Do the same with the cocoa powder, once fully mixed, add in the salt.
Mix thoroughly before transferring to the cake pan, spread evenly making sure the batter is smooth. Bake for 30 minutes.
While brownies are in the oven start on the chocolate ganache. In a small sauce pan bring the heavy whipping cream to boil, once boiling reduce heat to medium and add in the chocolate chips.
Continue stirring until completely melted and the mixture starts to become thick, this should take about 5 minuets. Take off heat and allow to cool so it can thicken.
Once the brownies are out of the oven allow them to completely cool before removing them from the pan.
Evenly spread the ganache across the brownies and sprinkle with the Rainbow Chip Crunch candies or other sprinkles of your choosing. Finally, cut the brownies into bars and enjoy!
Puppy Chow
Ingredients
Instructions
Combine peanut butter and chocolate chips in a microwave safe bowl. Microwave on high for 30 second increments, stirring in-between, until the chocolate chips are completely melted.
Transfer the chocolate mixture into a large bowl and add in the rice Chex. Stir until completely combined. Once the rice Chex are fully coated, cover with the powdered sugar. Mix completely. Enjoy!
Mac & Cheese
Ingredients
Instructions
Start by cooking the pasta according to the box. Once done, drain and set aside for later.
In medium sized sauce pan, melt the butter over medium low heat, add in flour and continuously stir to make the roux. The mixture should be smooth.
Slowly pour in milk and continuously stir, increase the heat to medium high. When the milk begins to simmer, add in shredded cheddar cheese and stir until smooth and the mixture starts to become thick.
Once fully combined add in cream cheese and continue to stir until melted. The mixture should be smooth with no lumps. Add in salt and pepper to taste
After all the ingredients have been added and the cheese sauce is smooth, reduce the heat and pour in the cooked noodles. Enjoy!
So there you have it! These three homemade recipes are bound to transport you back in time to your favorite childhood memories. Plus, after tasting these nostalgic favorites, you’ll be hooked for good. So get your chef face on, because with these three simple recipes, you’ll make every day #ThrowbackThursday.