So you know that I am having my exams this week and next week. One this week, 4 next week. No justice right?
I am essaying it up in history and English, trying to understand the French news and right now, mathsing (yes it is a word… now ;)) like there is no tomorrow. Fun no?
No, actually not really, but I take solace in going through your blogs, commenting and basically enjoying myself as such as possible before I have to go and do some more work 😛
Anyway, I decided to put a positive spin on my not-so-awesome life right now by using it to my advantage. Is that even possible?
Surprisingly, yes – I have come to realise through extensive research (a.k.a. thinking :D) that because I have very limited time to indulge myself in my hobbies, this is the perfect time to find and make all those two-minute recipes 😀
In my case, I cannot say for you because I am not sure, but if I have time, I want to spend it in the kitchen. Always. More often than not, this means making dozens of cookies or frosted cheesecakes and I completely forget about all those quick recipes because, to be brutality honest, they just DO NOT give enough kitchen time.
But right now, they are exactly what any student needs. Something to whip up when your brain gives or something to chew to stop the pain in your hand from excessively writing. Something delicious, scrumptious and drool worthy without requiring 20 bowls and 10 stirring spoons. Something that wakes you up in the morning so well that you go ‘Let’s hit the books’ (ok, I have never said that but still!)
To all students/People who like quick bites/Midnight snackers,
Check out these links:
2 Minute Microwave Nutella Cupcakes
No-Bake Nutella-Toblerone Fudgy Fridge Biscuits
Sorry for this photo!
Microwave Chocolate Swirled Peanut Butter Fudge
Perfect Hot Fudge Sundae Sauce Nutella Banana Grilled Sandwich
Here is another recipe to add to this list. Fast, easy and delicious, you will never want to make French toast the long way again 😉
This breakfast woke me so fast and has such little prep time, it’s a miracle I am not eating it for lunch and dinner too!
Enjoy mes copains!
Overnight Microwave [Banana-Choc] French Toast For One
Adapted From: Steph’s Bite By Bite
Serves: 1 busy person!
Ingredients
- 1 thick cut slice bread – brioche, fruit bread, wholemeal – your choice
- 1 egg
- 1/4 cup full cream milk
- 2 tbs melted butter, cooled to lukewarm
- 2 tsp cinnamon
- 1 tbs maple syrup/brown/caster sugar + extra maple syrup to serve with
- 1 tsp vanilla essence
- 1/2 banana, sliced
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- 2 tbs chocolate chips/chunks – optional (can replace with nuts or caramel chips etc.)
- 2 tbs crushed cereal (I used cornflakes)
Method
- Toss the sliced bananas in lemon juice to keep from browning
- Cut your bread slice into 12 cubes (use 2 pieces if bread is too small)
- In a large coffee mug, place half the bread slices and top with half banana slices and sprinkle with chocolate chips
- Layer with remaining bread pieces, bananas and chocolate chips
- In a small bowl, mix the milk, butter, egg, cinnamon, essence and syrup/sugar until well combined
- Pour over bread mixture into mug and cover mug with cling wrap and refrigerate overnight (2-3 hours minimum)
- Wake up in the morning and laugh at everyone having cereal
- Remove wrap and sprinkle crushed cereal on top
- Place mug into microwave for 1 minute on high, then 30 seconds more and then another 30 seconds – WARNING: It will smell insanely good and be hot 😀
- Enjoy with additional maple syrup, fruit [and chocolate and ice cream]
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Just another one of my quick notes before I go which are not usually so quick 😛
A big thank you on behalf of SM for all her birthday wishes everyone, much appreciated! Also, thank you for all the good lucks on my exams 🙂
Also The Lady 8 Home was kind enough to award me the Food Stories Award which I appreciate so much but unfortunately and fortunately, I am actually part of the judging panel for this award so therefore am not eligible! Thank you though Minnie, it is most sweet of you 😀
I guess that wraps up another weekend now, hope you all had a great one – two more weeks until National Ice Cream Month begins *grins like an idiot in love* 😀 😀 😀
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I’ve seen many microwave desserts made popular on pinterest, but nothing had me salivating like this. Looks soo gooey and yum, and what a great idea to pour the sauce onto the back of a spoon. Innovative and brilliant, Urukutty. I hope all this provides the needed brain fuel for your studious mind, my dear :))
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I’ve tried the two minute nutella cupcakes before and they are to die for! Good luck with your exams Uru! 🙂
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Sometimes a quickie is all you need – all of your under 5 minute recipes look so good! I still love the pizza wrap idea, and I still think its brilliant!
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That is a whole ton of flavor in that cup!
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O.M.G! Awesomeness!!!!!
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I think i’ll beat the eggs in a braine marie. 😀 (me is a coward)
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I guess you figured out how to make lemonade out of lemons with this!
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Best of luck with your exams… as always you give me so many yummies I want to try. Thanks.
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It is as super as anything in the world to match an instant breakfast…..love the recipe…and u r fast recipe ideas….
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Good luck with all your exams! I would be snacking on all those goodies for brain nourishment!
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Good luck for your exams! You got my attention with the 2 min Nutella cupcakes and I think that will give you lots of “power” to charge through your exams 😀
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Fast food never looked so good. Your choices are wonderful. I hope your exams go smoothly. Have a great day. Blessings…Mary
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good luck with your exams!
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Brain food never looked so good! Good Luck with those exams!!!
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Banana Chocolate French toast sounds like great energy food for studying. Best of luck with your exams!
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Wishing you the very best of luck on all your exams! Though, if I were in your position, I definitely couldn’t concentrate with all these yummy treats around me! Thanks for sharing all your delicious looking, decadent recipes. 🙂
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Wish you the very best for you exams Uru! Love everyone of those recipes :)) You are absolutely brilliant young lady!
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Oh and yes, it was pleasure nominating you, couldn’t think of a better person. And you make a fantastic judge 🙂
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Thank you so much my friend again 😀
Cheers
Choc Chip Uru
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I love that I can totally prepare this the night before and pop it in the microwave the next morning! I have to try this! 🙂
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I just wonder when you have time! The recipes you’ve referred to are all lovely and decadent. I wish you well on your exams. Study, study and then study some more. Better you than me.
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Step 7 = my favorite. This looks SO good!
Good luck on your exams my friend 😉
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Good luck with your Exams, study well , sure you are going pass out with flying colors.
These breakfast in mug looks delicious, perfect and easy for a person like me with two crying babies around.
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Love the 2 min cake. Have been planning a recipe and will look at yours. Bookmarked! God bless you with your exams. I’m sure you will do well. You’re very bright.
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Oh my, these are so yummy!
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Good luck on your exams!You came up with a healthy breakfast idea that’s so delicious and tasty!Have to give it a try soon 🙂
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wow busy with exam yet you can bake so many things! 🙂 you’re incredibly gooood
Latest: Thai Chakri Palace
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Good luck on all of your exams. That is not something I would ever like to go back to. Keep up with the delicious breakfasts though. They are always helpful on exam days.
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Best of luck with your exams my friend 🙂
I am going to close my eyes and pretend I didn’t see that 2 minute nutella cupcake
because I have two jars of nutella in the house and this could get dangerous
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I always forget we’re in totally different seasons! In America all the kids/young adults are out of school for summer vacation. Good luck with your exams. With gorgeous breakfasts like this, you are sure to power through successfully.
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I envy them so much my friend 😉
But soon, my holidays will be here too! Thank you for the wishes!
Cheers
Choc Chip Uru
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Good luck with your exams! I don’t miss school days at all… having kids my brain is totally dead and not functioning. Exams sound so scary! >_< Thanks for all the easy dessert recipes. Even though I don't need to study, these recipes are my kind of baking… =D
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great recipes. i love cereal …
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I’ll keep my fingers crossed for you: good luck with your exams. You can do it, I know you can! 🙂
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Love that you’re focusing on the positives and keeping your eye on the prize 🙂
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Exams are the worst part of being a student and somehow you’ve just made it the most delicious time of the year with that list of quick-fix treats. You, my girl, should be called a “Sweet Genius” (a Food Network show) 😉 All the best for your exams, I’m sure you’ll score as perfectly as you bake!
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Awwww *blushes* too sweet my friend!
Cheers
Choc Chip Uru
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Fantastic list of treats! Best of luck on your exams.
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I think it’s great that you’ve found some great quick desserts to make while you’re in finals. Good luck!
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Yum, yum, yum! Good luck with your exams… I remember my college days when I wanted quick snacks between classes and study sessions 🙂
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Love that creative breakfast. Sure to get the brain going first thing in the morning. All the best with your exams.
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This all looks great, I would definitely like you as a housemate if I went back to uni!!
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You reminded me of my college years! I was eating like this during exams too! Great way to satisfy your craving!
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So impressed you manage to develop even these quick desserts with all of the school work you have! Thanks for all the links to delicious-looking sweet treats too! 🙂
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I may not be a student anymore, but I can for sure appreciate a quick dessert! Good luck with exams!
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Good luck on your exams. Tasty looking treats as usual. I am going for the pizza, LOL.
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good luck with the exams! i love this breakfast idea!
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These are all so freaking BRILLIANT! I don’t know how you do it! Also, good luck with exams …I’m sure with all the yumminess, it’ll fuel you to an A+!!!
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I love that I can count on your blog to supply me with nutella recipes that can curb my nutella cravings. Anytime I need my nutella fix, I know that if I come to your blog I’m guaranteed an amazing nutella recipe. You are the chocolate/nutella queen.
Good luck on your finals, my friend.
Xo,
Jennie
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I’m glad I can service your Nutella needs my friend 😀
That is why I am here 😉
You are very very sweet, thank you!
Cheers
Choc Chip Uru
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Dear Choc, how did you get so brilliant at such a young age? You amaaaaaaze me with your many gifts.
Good luck on your exams. Where do you live, dear? Xxxx You Rock
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Thank you so so much my friend 🙂
I am actually from Sydney Aus 😀
Cheers
Choc Chip Uru
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Love quick and easy recipes. I just bought an ice cream maker 🙂
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Totally in love with your creation. Quick, easy and really yummy!!
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You are out of control – but in a good way. Thanks for all the quick recipes to try!
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Exam times are the worst, but any of these treats would certainly sweeten the deal. I feel you pain- I’m just starting my summer semester today! Ugh, wish me luck…
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I’m wishing you all the luck and sweet treats in the world! 😀
Cheers
Choc Chip Uru
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Good luck on your exams! And I, too, rarely cook recipes that don’t take much time, but many of them are totally tasty, not to mention easy. Good stuff – thanks.
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Now THAT’S a list of exam-helpers if i ever saw one. And your cereal is genius. You can’t help but ace everything!
Good luck! And good snacking! 🙂
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Really excellent ideas & sure ways to kick start your brain cells when they get sluggish. Good luck w/the exams…almost there.
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I like step 7. I think I might have to repeat it a few times. Mwahahahahahaha *ahem*
Rewarding yourself is essential to keeping yourself motivated, so keep it up with the quick and easy recipies. The kitchen will still be there when your exams are over.
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Haha I am totally with you sister 😉
Thank you, I love your calming advice my friend!
Cheers
Choc Chip Uru
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lately it seems like all I have time for is quick and easy:) That french toast idea looks great! Good luck on your exams!
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It’s too bad you don’t like chocolate…or sweets, CCU! 🙂 I’m loving the perfect hot fudge sundae nutella banana grilled sandwich. What a super idea! Your posts are always so fun and make me smile. Good luck with those exams and papers.
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What a sweet way to start the day…I hope it helps you attain good marks on all your exams.
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French toast was me favorite “treat” breakfast growing up. Mom used to make it on her homemade sourdough bread and top it with berries and cinnamon-syrup. Love the idea that there’s an easy way to make it for one! I’m bring back my favorite breakfast now. 🙂
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God that sounds so amazing 😀
I think a sprinkling of cinnamon sugar would go well with this 🙂
Cheers
Choc Chip Uru
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I am salivating just looking at those pictures! The grilled banana sandwich and the nutella cupcake are winners for me 🙂 Thanks for sharing!
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All these quick treats look awesome. This Choc. banana french toast looks really mouthwatering. Good luck with your exams!
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Any one of those quick recipes would satisfy my sweet tooth. They all looks so delicious.
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I do not miss having to study, but good luck to you! All of these desserts are definitely necessary for you to do well!
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So cool! I love all your quick little recipes! Good luck on finals!
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That looks GREAT!
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That’s the sort of food I used to make when I was studying – the more sugar the better! And some of these things you can make in such a short space of time would make you think you can cook faster than Jamie Oliver. Best of luck for your exams Uru xx
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What a delicious post, oh so hungry now. 🙂
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Looks yummy! Best of luck on your exams!
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Hey Uru, I know the feeling. I’ve got prac tests and a written this week for end of semester (but luckily) I’m still cooking-but the dishes are homework of course. Good luck and liking those quick bites and snacks you got going!
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OMG I am so jealous 😉
Have fun though and best of luck my friend!
Cheers
Choc Chip Uru
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ooh, the new recipe looks great + i love the crushed cereal on top. i bet that adds a great texture! good luck on your exams – i’m sure you’re going to do great!
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All of these sound delicious! I especially want the apple one. Yum!!
As for your exams, I have the feeling that you are going to ace every single one of them
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We just might have to add this French toast to our quest. 🙂 Yum! Good luck with all of your exams.
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Goodluck with your exam,I love your quick recipe especiallly banana and nutella grilled sandwich YUM !!
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What a brilliant recipe, I wish I’d know that at uni! Good luck with your exams
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Looks delicious! Good luck on your exams!
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I love all your quick recipes…especially that pizza wrap 🙂 Good luck with your exams!!!
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This quick and tempting meal are awesome! Thanks for the inspiration!
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It looks fabulous and I love the wrap pizza idea. Good luck with your exams!
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Good luck with your exams! With one of these breakfasts inside you, you’ll have plenty of energy to do well. I used to tell my students to get some oats down them to maintain their blood sugar level throughout the exam. Just add some to that amazing banana concoction and you’ll have the perfect sustaining feast!
All the best to you
🙂
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Good luck on your exams! I think there are only a few things I do not like to eat and bananas is one of them, but I bet it would be good with blueberries too!
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Thank you 😀
And you bet – any fruit would be awesome!
Cheers
Choc Chip Uru
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Sounds delicious! It’s amazing how creative some people can get with their microwave. So many use it for nothing more than a leftover warmer and popcorn burner… Great job!
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I’m so making those 2 minute Nutella cups! Good luck on your exams darling! I’m sure you’ll do great!! 🙂
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A simple and easy snack with cereal and chocs on top. Best of luck with your exams.
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I’m no longer a student… but all these treats that you have just shared on your blog look extremely delicious! I’m sure I’m going to gain a few more pounds soon!
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This is just brilliant!!!! Love it! Good luck with your exams!!!
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That sounds like great study food, and cool how you made a custard/ French toast creation into mug! Looks totally yummy! Good luck on your exams Uru!
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Good Luck with your exams, IO’m sure they’ll be a breeze. this post just goes to show there’s nothing like desserts to get you through revision, oh and the odd wrap pizza too. gives a much tastier spin to fast food. GG
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Such a lovely spin to put on your exams 🙂 And that french toast in a mug…umm I’m totally making a vegan version of that. It’s happening!
Good luck on your exams! You will rock them!
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Mmmmm maple syrup…mmmmmm corn flakes…are you sure you’re being productive there? 😛 Good luck with exams! If I knew how to cook back when I was studying, I wouldn’t have been able to concentrate on exams at all!
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Wow this looks so good and so easy. You really cant beat that!!
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Your exams will go well, I just know it. Seriously, look what you’re fueled with! With all that energy you’re bound to ace every exam.
All positive 🙂
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Hi, Choc Chip Uru! Glad to hear you’re taking time between studies and exams to play in the kitchen! Happy stomach = clear thinking. 🙂 Also, one of the best resources I’ve found re: all thngs French is “Becoming Madame” (her link is on my blogroll) — great overview of French politics, social life, the arts, literature, history and more. Best wishes to you as you wrap up another round, with something chocolate to celebrate a job well done!
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Thanks for the wonderful link my friend, it is sure to be useful 😀
Cheers
Choc Chip Uru
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I am glad you have landed on some tasty things that give you a little time in the kitchen but are big on taste. Some time creating in the kitchen is better than none! I love all the goodies in this French toast as well as the method of preparation. Thanks for all these links-some days you just gotta love the quick and easy recipes.
Good luck on the exams!
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Good luck with your exams! Smart recipes Uru!
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Good luck with your exams. That 10 minute apple crumble is calling my name!
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Best of luck with all of your exams – and this french toast in the end … I will try during the coming week – love french toast, but I never do it – because of the mess it does in the morning. This I will give a go – like everything inside it. Can’t wait to try this one out. Thanks a million.
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Hey! Wishing you good luck in your exams! I have my final one tomorrow..ahh! I totally agree with you about savoring the time you can spend blogging in between. Although I know for me, a short 20 min break always seems to turn into an hour! hehe, and I must try some of those recipes! Yum! 🙂
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Haha you and I are basically the same 😛
Hope your exam went well and you are having tons of fun now!
Cheers
Choc Chip Uru
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Best of luck with all of your exams CCU – you are such a clever girl you will ace everything!
🙂 Mandy
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I love 5 minute recipes! In fact one of my most popular recipes is my 5 minute chocolate mug cake. I use it for when I’m desperate for chocolate cake 😛
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Haha it is one of my favourites 😀
Cheers
Choc Chip Uru
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I would not be that disciplined to only spend ten minutes in the kitchen 🙂
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Good luck with everything!!! Feast on chocolate :), Miriam@Meatless Meals For Meat Eaters
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Oh, Uru.. you are a genious.. er genious, I know you’ll be just awesome on all those exams. You smart girl, you have your priorities in the right place and have blogged these lovely treats for us to fantasize about while you study:) Thank you sweetie!! I couldn’t wait to see how you did those breakfast cereal cups.. o. m. g. xoxo Smidge
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Thank you so so much for such encouraging words 😀
Cheers
Choc Chip Uru
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What a cute post! I procrastinate with cooking, so I feel your pain! This looks like the perfect, sweet, study snack! Good luck with exams but you don’t need it, you’ll do great! :@)
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I love all the quick breakfasts especially the french toast recipe at the end! Yummy!
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Surprise, surprise, I’m left drooling once again, at the end of your post…and how nice that all of these ones are quick ‘n’ easy 🙂
Good luck on your essays (and happy eating!)
anne
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As a busy mom, these are my kind of recipes CCU! I could go for that 10 minute apple crumble right now! I think blogging should be doing what you can, when you can. Love this post!
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Yum! Everything looks delicious.
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Good luck on your exams! Thanks for the quick bite links and for the french toast one…I’ll bet that hits the spot on those late nights of studying!
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Good luck on your exams! I love how you are procrastinating. Your a girl after my own heart. I am sure all your yummy treats will keep you going to the wee hours of the night! Are you doing an IB program? A levels? US program or other? Stay positive and focused. You can do it.
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Haha thumbs up for procrastination 😉
Actually I am just doing yr 11 assessments in high school 😛
Thank you though!
Cheers
Choc Chip Uru
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Good luck with all the studies and exams!!!! 🙂
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Good luck on those exams!
And this looks amazing, my friend. Why have I never had a yummy breakfast like this?
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Love your positive post Uru! And all of these quick, sweet recipes! Much luck on all of your exams! : )
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Looks great! Microwaves were as big as houses (much like computers) back when I was in school, but I would have loved all of these things…especially with bananas and chocolate! 🙂
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I love maple syrup on pancakes and Canadian one is delicious. I like this fun idea of making banana french toast. Soft inside and crunchy top.
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I’m amazed at your productivity but my real question is … who EATS all these goodies? Cause I would be surprised if you’re not feeding your neighbourhood. 🙂 Or are you taking them to school and handing them out to, well, everybody?
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Haha a little of both 😉
Usually, because my family besides me does not have too big a sweet tooth, I make 1/4s and 1/8s of recipes 😛
Cheers
Choc Chip Uru
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oh em gee!! I LOVE that you added some chocolate and cereal to the top! That is genius!
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And I thought it was just cereal when I looked at the first couple of pictures! Ha… was I way off the mark. I could make that. Oh wait, no bananas and no chocolate in the house. Darn. Hey, CCU, do you put it in the microwave uncovered???
Keep writing…
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Haha a dessert made out of cereal… hmmm 😉
Hope you get those chocolate and bananas soon my friend! And yep, uncovered in the microwave 🙂
Cheers
Choc Chip Uru
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