Breakfast Combo #3

In Brazil, flavored coffees and creamers aren’t readily available. For someone (like me) who has become accustomed to flavored coffee, that’s a problem. I devised a recipe for a “mocha” that is quick and easy, especially when you are having one of those slow mornings and need an extra kick. Adding to that, I don’t have a specific thing for you to eat with the “mocha”. So I would say just eat a fresh apple or fruit of some sort. Granola bars are also a great way to start off the day, especially because they come in so many varieties.

 

“Mocha”

What you need: Milk, Chocolate milk mix, Instant coffee.

Prep: Heat up a mug of milk in the microwave for about 2 minutes. Add the two teaspoons of instant coffee and 4-5 tablespoons of the chocolate milk mix. Stir together and enjoy. Decorate with whipped cream and cinnamon if desired.

Classic Cookies

Another all time American favorite. The infamous Chocolate Chip Cookies. Unique to our country and how we love them so. Here is a great recipe for those nice, flat, chewy, gooey, original chocolate chip cookies!

Chocolate Chip Cookies

Cookie Dough:
2 1/4 cups of all purpose flour
1 teaspoon of baking soda
a pinch of salt
1 cup of butter (2 sticks), softened
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 large eggs
lots and LOTS of chocolate chips!

Preparation:
Pull out a  rectangular cookie sheet. Preheat the oven to 375.

Make your cookie dough. Add in as many chocolate chips as you like. I love chocolate so I’m going to add a LOT. Put your dough into the fridge to chill.

Take your cookie dough out of the fridge (I know it’s hard, but try not to eat it all beforehand!).

Roll the dough into ping pong sized balls. Place the balls on a cookie sheet and press them down just a little bit. Throw those puppies in the oven for about 15-20 minutes or until golden brown. Place them on a cooling rack and enjoy!

Stay fresh!