Want to know the secret to my brown butter cookies? It's milk powder! I like to add milk powder to my butter as it's browning...
Chewy Peanut Butter Chocolate Swirl Cookies
If you're a peanut butter and chocolate fan (I mean, who isn’t?), these are the perfect holiday cookies! Chewy Peanut Butter Chocolate Swirl Cookies are...
Pomegranate Mint Pani for Pani Puri
Discover a refreshing twist on the traditional pani puri with this pomegranate hibiscus mint pani recipe. Perfect for those who love tangy, floral flavors with...
Coconut Lime Loaf Cake
I'm. holding onto summer for as long as I possibly can! The combination of tropical flavors will transport you to a sunny paradise with just...
Olympic Chocolate Muffins
I can't be the only one seeing these crazy giant chocolate muffins from the Olympics all over my social media feed, right? These viral Olympic...
Rhubarb Mango Orange Vanilla Cheesecake Bars
I did not grow up eating rhubarb; to me, it's a relatively new ingredient! I've been playing around with it lately and putting together a...
Makai no Chevdo Ravioli
This is one of those dishes that I dreamt up and just wanted to see if it would work- and luckily, it did! Makai no...
Peanut Butter & Banana Honey Upside Down Cake
On mornings I'm feeling extra fancy I'll make myself toast with peanut butter, bananas and a drizzle of honey! For some reason, pb, banana honey...
Tacos Dorados de Aloo (Aloo Tacos)
I love me a good Indo-Mexican fusion dish. Growing up Mexican food was one of my family's favorites! It's super vegetarian-friendly friendly and the flavor...
Holi Linzer Cookies
Last week, I went to Sigona's Market ( a local grocery store here in the Bay) and was able to snag a box of Manila...
Espresso Martini Brownies
These espresso martini brownies gave me a lot of grief over the past week! I've been developing this recipe all week, and after 3 reiterations,...
Ricotta Gnocchi in a Blush Sauce
Gnocchi gives me weird feelings. Mostly because I love it so much, but at the same time it gives me anxiety since it was one...
Jalebi Funnel Cake
Last week we were in Disneyworld and we were sorrounded by all the fair foods there are- especially funnel cake. Poor Rhut had mentioned how...
Skillet Veggie Lasagna
Growing up, it was pretty rare to have anything other than Indian food every night. And as great as it might sound to most of...
Kaju Phool Cookies
When I was in India I came across every shape and style of mithai (Indian sweets) and one of my favorites was kaju phools (cashew...
Veggie Tamale Pie
This veggie tamale pie is a great budget meal to make when you have guests over! It's quick, easy, warm and cozy! And it's cheap!...
Desi Style Panzanella Salad
Here is another salad that doesn't suck! Like many Indian people, I am a carb lover, and when I learned about Panzanella salads, I knew...
Roasted Sweet Potato and Chickpea Chaat Salad
I grew up whole-heartedly believing I am not a salad girlie. In my experience, salads have been limp, bitter greens tossed with tomatoes, dried shredded...
Ginger Molasses Cookies
Ginger molasses cookies are a rich and cozy treat known for their rich, warm flavors. The combination of spicy ginger and the deep, robust sweetness...
Earl Grey Sablé Cookies
These eggless sable cookies an easy slice and bake style cookie! Sablé cookies are French shortbread cookies, known for their rich, buttery flavor and crumbly...
Almond Biscotti
Biscotti are a great holiday cookie because they have a long shelf life, can have a variety of flavors, and truly, I've never met anyone...
Mint Mojito Chocolate Crinkle Cookies
These chocolate crinkle cookies are inspired by Philz Mint Mojito Coffee. If you're ever in the Bay area- you HAVE to try a Mint Mojito...
Brunost Chocolate Chip Cookies
Okay, I know adding cheese to a cookie sounds weird as hell, but TRUST ME! These are the ultimate salty-sweet chocolate chip cookies thanks to...
Chewy Pistachio Cardamom Cookies
If you like your cookies chewy, these are PERFECT for you! Packed with pistachio flavor and spiced with just a hint of cardamom, these cookies...
Cinnamon Blossom Cookies
The holiday season is a time for spreading joy, and what better way to do so than with the sweet aroma of freshly baked cookies...
Lemon Cream Cookies
Here's another set of super bright and festive cookies for the holidays! These cookies are gorgeously marbled sugar cookies filled with lemon cream buttercream. The...
Squiggle Cookies
These bright and colorful squiggle cookies are inspired by Jessswan Art on Instagram! I came across her squiggle art and fell in love with the...
Pecan Biscoff Blondies
In the realm of delectable desserts, in my opinion, blondies are a lesser known dessert. Blondies are a delicious and popular dessert that are similar...
The Fluffiest Pav Ever!
I don't think there is anything better than a hot pav right out of the oven slathered in butter and served with pav bhaji. It's...
The Best Pani Puri Water
Pani puri is by far Rhut and my favorite Indian street food! Pani pur aka golgoppa is a puffed fried semolina crisp filled with potato...
Magic Mulberry Sweet Rolls (Eggless)
I know people hate those blog posts that begin with a food memory of the writer and then eventually have a long-winded post ends in...
Hetal’s Master List
I finally got time to create a quick Master List with links to all my favorite products that I've shared or talked about on my...
Family Vacation Guide to Bend Oregon
Disclaimer: Many thanks to Visit Bend for hosting my family, and as usual – all opinions are my own! Rhut has been wanting to go to...
Orange and Coconut Panna Cotta with Florida Orange Juice
Disclaimer: This post is sponsored by Florida Orange Juice Florida Orange Juice is not just a delicious and refreshing drink on its own, it can...
Black Cardamom and Toasted Almond Chocolate Chip Cookies
These chocolate chip cookies sound wild but I promise you they're amazing! If you love savory sweet or miso chocolate chip cookies, this recipe is...
Early Grey Tea Guava Lemon Bars (Eggless)
During winter break, my family went on a cruise through the Caribbean and we drank guava juice pretty regularly. I've been missing the tropical flavors...
ABOUT ME
I’m Hetal! Welcome to my blog, Milk & Cardamom! I’m a past MasterChef (Season 6) contestant currently living in the Bay Area where I cook up a storm in my tiny kitchen for my hubby and daughter Elara!
