Nine Nutella Novelties

Posted on March 6, 2014 by Papa Ben's Kitchen

We missed it and so our thought is maybe you did too. But did you know last Wednesday was National Nutella Day. Yes you read it right, a day dedicated to NUTELLA. All it means is that you can eat all the Nutella you want and it doesn’t count. Here are nine Nutella novelties that will make your mouth water. Share your favorite Nutella desert.

Warm or cold this Nutella Pudding gets better with every spoonful.

Nutella Brownies, nothing more than a divine intervention.

These bite-size Salted Nutella Peanut-Butter Cookies make perfect party treats.

Indulge in this Nutella Banana Stuffed French Toast for breakfast or brunch.

Nutella Fudge, a fun change up to your traditional chocolate fudge.

Nutella Peanut-Butter Crepes, easy like Sunday morning!

Nutella Cheesecake Bar made from Oreo-crust, Nutella & cheesecake. What’s not to love?

Breakfast or dessert this Nutella Bread Pudding goes over great with the guests!

A Nutella Banana Smoothie, almost makes you feel healthy 😉

And just for fun, we say drizzle Nutella on your favorite Papa Ben’s Kitchen Mandelbroyt. We love it on the Chocolate Espresso Bean mandelbroyt flavor. It is rich yet delicate, and adds just the right amount of bittersweet to your palate. Tickle your taste buds with the healthy treat that fuses the sweetness of chocolate with the rich taste of espresso bean. It will take your coffee break to a whole new Nutella novelty loving level!

Enjoy!

PBK

Warm Up Winter with Our Minty Dark Chocolate Mandelbroyt

Posted on February 6, 2014 by Papa Ben's Kitchen

For some of us out here on the west coast winter had a slow start this year. But that does not mean we must forgo all that is winter! You may be missing the cooler weather and longer days but don’t let that stop you from cuddling up next to your wood burning fireplace with a cup of hot cocoa and Papa Ben’s Mandelbroyt. There is no better way to serve this time of year than with a Papa Ben’s twice-baked Minty Dark Chocolate Mandelbroyt. The delectable flavor blends a cool and fresh sensation with the dark scrumptiousness of a rich chocolate to create a mouth-watering delicacy. Seems impossible that something so tasty could be all-natural and dairy free, but it’s true… so indulge! You’ll find it hard to just have one. At just 80 calories per slice, our Mandelbroyt is sure to keep you satisfied (but not feeling guilty). Perfect for the the cold, or not so cold, nights with a cup of hot cocoa. And if your looking for an adult rendition to your hot cocoa here is our family secret recipe:

Ingredients:

6 cups skim milk
3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
3 tablespoons white sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves

Heat the milk in a saucepan over medium-low heat until lukewarm; stir the cocoa powder and sugar into the warmed milk until dissolved. Add the vanilla, cinnamon, chili powder, nutmeg, and cloves and heat for another 5 minutes. ENJOY! From our family to yours! PBK

Summer’s Last Hurrah | No Bake Watermelon Cake

Posted on September 11, 2013 by Papa Ben's Kitchen

Enjoy one last great taste of summer with this no bake watermelon cake! It has become a new family tradition in our household as summer winds down and we welcome cooler weather. Oh and may we add, we’ve never seen watermelon go so fast. It’s refreshing, delicious and healthy.

This no bake watermelon cake is super easy and looks fantastic. All you need is a watermelon, your choice of berries and fruit, almonds, and whipped cream. We follow this simple recipe, although there are many options for the whip cream and toppings.

As you can see this time around we threw some kiwis into the mix. Yum! Not to mention this no bake cake is both vegan and gluten free! Give it a whirl, and let us know what you think.

For more great recipe and dessert ideas continue to visit the Papa Ben’s Kitchen blog!

Papa Ben’s Kitchen Wishes You A Sweet Jewish New Year

Posted on August 11, 2013 by Papa Ben's Kitchen

Who’s thinking about Rosh Hashanah? At Papa Ben’s Kitchen, we sure are! And if you haven’t checked lately, the New Year is only five weeks away. So here is a little inspiration if you’re planning to entertain this holiday. Please share your holidays favorites with us!

Honey cake is a traditional Rosh Hashanah dessert, and this particular honey cake is both gluten and dairy free. Yay! Apple-cinnamon challah, need we say more?!

Not so traditional but definite must-haves for your Rosh Hashanah feast. The pomegranate-beet salad is brought to life from “The Book of New Israeli Food, absolutely delicious. And this Sacchietti pasta filled with apples, honey and cheese is to die for!
Apples, apples and more apples. Who needs flowers when apples abound this time of year. Simple and classic, use apples as your centerpiece or place card holders.

And last but not least some honey sticks for your guests! Check out Peppermint Creative for free printable tags for your New Year party.

So enjoy your New Year with the great tastes of Papa Ben’s Kitchen!

The Ultimate Sandwich by Papa Ben’s Kitchen

Posted on July 31, 2013 by Papa Ben's Kitchen

Some things just never go out of style, like the classic peanut butter and jelly combo. We are big foodies at Papa Ben’s Kitchen and are always looking for such timeless concoctions. So when we came across this 9 Flavor Combo on Huffington Post we couldn’t help but share.

This PB&J is so much more than a sandwich! Using six different ingredients and turning a single slice of bread 90 degrees, one innovative dad created a PB&J with nine mouth watering flavor combinations.

Before you drive yourself nuts trying to figure it out . . . the ingredients include: jam, honey, Marshmallow Fluff, crunchy peanut butter, Nutella and creamy peanut butter. Go ahead, whip one up and let us know what you think!

At Papa Ben’s Kitchen we bake a variety of delicious mandelbroyt flavors that appeal to every palate. For detailed info on all of our great mandelbread flavors visit us online at papabenskitchen.com.

Let The Voting Begin

Posted on July 15, 2013 by Papa Ben's Kitchen

We have just entered our gourmet mandelbread cookies into a contest with the Specialty Food Association. A vote for our Mandelbroyt could mean us winning a national campaign ad up to $15,000!! We sure could use your help.

It’s simple just click here and vote Papa Ben’s once a day from now until July 21st.

Thanks!

A Great Pairing With Wine

Posted on July 9, 2013 by Papa Ben's Kitchen

Wine and cheese have gone hand in hand for centuries now, so we thought it was about time to spice things up. Believe it or not, our gourmet Mandelbroyt is the perfect pairing with wine. So go ahead pour yourself a glass, we did! In fact we recently tested our theory, pairing our five flavors with some of our favorite wines. Check out what we came up with and share your discoveries with us!

Original Recipe: We suggest Merlot for this one. Merlot has hints of plum, dark cherry and a plush texture that would compliment the chocolate bits and nutty flavors.
Minty Dark Chocolate: This one took a few attempts to get right. The acid in the wine was creating a bitter taste when mixed together with the mint. But once paired with a Sparkling wine it was pure heaven. The toasty note in sparkling wine compliments the mint and chocolate just right.
Chocolate Espresso Bean: This one simply screams Cabernet. The notes of cocoa, smoke and leather that are found in a good Cab create a great balance with the chocolate espresso.
Lemon Blueberry with Poppyseeds: We’re shifting gears to white wine. A buttery Chardonnay pairs perfectly. The wine has just enough oak to please most Chardonnay drinkers but balances it out with hints of Meyer lemon ad bright acidity.
Spicy Chipotle with Ginger and Dark Chocolate: Due to the spice in our Chipotle flavor we opted for a light bodied Pinot Grigio. The wine has just enough acidity to balance the spice, yet ample fruit flavors to compliment the ginger notes.

Welcome To Our Family

Posted on July 8, 2013 by Papa Ben's Kitchen

Indulge in our Family Tradition!

Thank you for finding your way to the Papa Ben’s Kitchen blog. We hope you check in often for exciting new recipes, entertaining tips and ideas, and of course the latest on our family’s exciting new products and developments. Please feel free to share your stories with us as well.

Mandelbroyt is a biscotti-like cookie with an Eastern European flair. We welcome novice and seasoned eaters alike. Our all-natural, Kosher and Pareve recipe has been passed down through generations and ultimately perfected by Papa Ben himself. From his family kitchen in Poland, through WWII and now in Los Angeles Papa Ben is dedicated to celebrating family tradition and welcomes you to indulge in his!

Delicious foods are best when shared with the ones we love. From our family to yours.

Enjoy!

PBK

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