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DIY Chocolate Bathing Lotion You Cant Miss!
// By Devina

Chocolate before breakfast? Hot cocoa in the bathtub? Okay, so I am not actually talking about dessert, but this beauty secret that s almost as decadent. Whether you're soaking in the scent or applying warm shades of brown to your skin, this DIY chocolate lotion can quickly make it's way into every aspect of your morning routine. No complaints here!



Here's how to Make a Chocolate Massage Lotion before a warm bath-
The following recipe will help keep your skin smooth, silky and luscious:
1. Using a double boiler, bring water to a boil and turn off the heat.
2. Add 1/2 cup of cocoa powered to 1 cup unsalted butter to the top pan of the double boiler making sure that it does not come into contact with any water.
3. As the cocoa and butter melts and the smell of chocolate spreads, add 1/4th cup of almond oil.
4. Stir through till completely mixed and the lotion has no lumps.
5. Take off the boiler and let this mixture cool.
6. Check the lotion’s consistency. If you want it thinner, add more almond oil and heat it further. If you would like it thicker, add more cocoa + butter and let it heat. Let the lotion cool down before the next step.
7. Add a few drops of chocolate scented essential oil. 

Source: sweetcheeksinthekitchen

Pour into a clean glass container and close tightly with a lid. This lotion is a bit sticky or may feel a little heavy but it is perfect for skin and can be washed off easily making it ideal for home massages and romantic interludes.
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Bake Chocolate Brownies in 4 Simple Steps!
// By Devina

Sundays are perfect days to bake away the week's misery! And to me anything is good if it's made of chocolate...! From the cake to brownies, the secret kitchen on Guiltybytes brings you 4 Easiest, tried and tested ways to make the scrumptious chocolate brownies. Chocolate is the flavor of the upcoming month(s), use this guide to bake the perfect brownies and gift your loved ones, a bite full of joy!

(Makes 16 pieces)
Ingredients-
200 g unsalted butter
200 gm dark chocolate, broken into pieces
1 cup sugar
3 eggs, lightly beaten
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3/4 cup plain flour
2 tablespoon cocoa powder

Add on- Vanilla Ice-cream and melted chocolate

Method-

Preheat oven to 190 degree Celsius. Line a brownie pan/base/cake pan with butter and flour





Heat butter, chocolate and sugar in a saucepan over low heat stirring constantly, until melted and smooth. Transfer to a bowl and set aside to cool slightly.















Add eggs and vanilla to chocolate mixture. Mix well. Stir flour and cocoa over chocolate mixture. Stir to combine











Pour brownie mixture into pan. Bake for 20 mins or until just set. Set aside to cool. Once cooled, life out. When cooled, slowly push them from the pan or cut into pieces. 







Serve with vanilla ice cream and melted chocolate


Hope you try this out, would love to hear your take on it! Till then Bon Appetit! :)

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A Donut Delight...!
// By Devina



Weekends are blissful indeed...there is no alarm clock that requires to go off, there is absolutely no need to wonder for hours on that so called perfect outfit for the day, or worry about the troublesome road traffic. What makes the weekend all the more special is 'that' small treat in the day- —something familiar and delicious—
Enter: Donuts.


It's not impossible to go wrong with the sweet, deep fried dough. But then there are some places, that just do it better than the rest when it comes to the oh-so-delicious DONUTS.From using unique ingredients to ensuring oozing chocolate from some, these favorite donut lands have been piling on some never-before-seen toppings too.
Well the rest as they say, is History. That just reminds me of the donut I had this morning- served to me was a hot, fresh donut that melted (What a feeling) so perfectly in my mouth that i still go ga-ga thinking about the same.

At Guiltybytes I bring to you the best of Donuts in the city.


MAD OVER DONUTS
Level 3, Food Court, Great India Place, Sector 38, Noida
also at M block Market GK

I have visited them, re-visited them, at times wished if I could perhaps,stay here forever at the MOD outlet. The range of sweet flavors include custard, caramel, mango, caramel and coffee among others. The donuts are designed to delight the sweet teeth (yes they delight every single tooth indeed). My favorite ones include the Double Trouble and Choco Bomb (and yes you have to forget the trouble they bring by bombing all chocolate). The menu that has been designed by Executive Chef Kishi Arora, who also happens to be from CIA- the Culinary Institute of America, has put great variety on display. When in GIP, do it like the donut lovers do, and I can assure you- you'll be back for more.


DUNKIN DONUTS
M Block Market, GK

Being a donut junkie you don't want to stop yourself from trying new places. However here I am talking about going in for something that has been one of the most popular brands in the U.S of Ayeee. As soon as you enter the Dunkin Donut outlet in GK you're swept away to the land of donuts and coffee.Trust me, it was crazy because on one hand there was a large crowd lined up to order and on the other hand there was this aroma making me go all mad, wanting to have it all at once!
Try a chocolate frosted donut with the dunkin cold coffee. OK i'd admit it still remains second best on my list, however it's the combo of chocolate coffee and a donut that scores it all!


DONUT MASTER
3rd Floor, Food Court, Ambience Mall, DLF Phase 3, Gurgaon

Ok, so if you are a regular at ambience mall and you have had those donut cravings after long hours of endless walking in this mall, I feel you. Donut Master, the only donut outlet here has been serving donuts to one and all. Well I personally am not a very big fan of their donuts but they are aren't bad either. For a first timer, I would suggest you try a simple Cinnamon ring. Aptly sweet and simple.



BAGELS CAFE
50, Hauz Khas Village

Simple decor and a well designed menu with a lot of offerings that you will feel like trying. Yes, it's slightly overpriced than others but my favorite pick remains Hazelnut Nutella donut. Soft, fresh and it did move the muscles of my cheeks in a cheerful way! So go, give it a shot.





Images Source: Google

So if you are one of those who sticks to the tried-and-true original donut type, or if you are the one who would rather opt for the more adventurous, diffrent flavour donut, there’s a place for each one of you out there for you to get your fix. Check out the ones mentioned at Gulitybytes list, but please, try not to drool on the screen...!





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