9 Ultimate Late Night College Cooking Recipes - 4 Ingredients Each
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This dish is often served as a quick snack or appetizer at parties and gatherings, combining sweet and creamy flavors.
Ingredients
- ●4 large flour tortillas
- ●8 oz cream cheese, softened
- ●1/2 cup jelly (your choice of flavor)
- ●1/4 cup powdered sugar
- ●1 tsp vanilla extract
- ●1/4 cup chopped nuts (optional)
- ●1/4 cup fresh fruit (optional)
Instructions
- 1In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth and creamy.
- 2Spread a generous layer of the cream cheese mixture onto each tortilla, leaving a small border around the edges.
- 3Spread a layer of jelly over the cream cheese on each tortilla.
- 4If using, sprinkle chopped nuts and fresh fruit over the jelly layer.
- 5Roll each tortilla tightly, starting from one end to the other, to form a log.
- 6Once rolled, slice each tortilla into pinwheels or halves, depending on your preference.
- 7Arrange the tortilla slices on a serving platter.
- 8Serve immediately or refrigerate for 30 minutes to firm up before serving.
Equipment
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Ingredients
- ●4 large eggs
- ●1/4 cup milk
- ●1/2 tsp salt
- ●1/4 tsp black pepper
- ●1/2 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or your choice)
- ●1/2 cup salsa
- ●1 tbsp butter
Instructions
- 1In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
- 2Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and add the butter, allowing it to melt and coat the pan.
- 3Pour the egg mixture into the skillet and let it sit for a few seconds until it starts to set around the edges.
- 4Using a spatula, gently stir the eggs, pushing them from the edges towards the center.
- 5Continue to cook, stirring occasionally, until the eggs are softly scrambled and slightly runny (they will continue to cook off the heat).
- 6Remove the skillet from the heat and stir in the shredded cheese until melted and combined.
- 7Serve the scrambled eggs on plates and top with salsa before serving.
Equipment
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Ingredients
- ●6 cups Rice Krispies cereal
- ●1 cup mini marshmallows
- ●1/2 cup unsalted butter
- ●1/2 cup crispy bacon, chopped
- ●1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- ●1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- 1In a large saucepan, melt the butter over low heat.
- 2Add the mini marshmallows to the melted butter and stir until completely melted and smooth.
- 3Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract and salt.
- 4Add the Rice Krispies cereal to the marshmallow mixture and stir until well coated.
- 5Fold in the chopped crispy bacon until evenly distributed.
- 6Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish with butter or cooking spray.
- 7Press the mixture firmly into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly.
- 8Allow the treats to cool at room temperature for about 30 minutes.
- 9Once cooled, cut into squares or rectangles and serve.
Equipment
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Ingredients
- ●2 large croissants
- ●2 fun-size Snickers bars
- ●1/2 cup mini marshmallows
- ●1/4 cup chocolate chips
- ●1/4 cup graham cracker crumbs
- ●1 tbsp butter
Instructions
- 1Preheat a panini press or grill pan over medium heat.
- 2Slice each croissant in half horizontally.
- 3On the bottom half of each croissant, layer the fun-size Snickers bars, mini marshmallows, and chocolate chips.
- 4Sprinkle graham cracker crumbs over the chocolate chips and marshmallows.
- 5Top with the other half of the croissant to form a sandwich.
- 6Spread butter on the outside of each croissant sandwich.
- 7Place the sandwiches in the panini press or grill pan and cook until golden brown and the marshmallows are melted, about 3-5 minutes.
- 8Remove from heat and let cool for a minute before slicing in half.
- 9Serve warm and enjoy your Snickers Croissant S'mores Panini!
Equipment
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Ingredients
- ●2 cups all-purpose flour
- ●1/2 cup granulated sugar
- ●1 tbsp baking powder
- ●1/2 tsp salt
- ●1/2 cup whole milk
- ●2 large eggs
- ●1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- ●1 cup diced ham
- ●1 cup shredded Swiss cheese
- ●1/2 tsp black pepper
- ●1/4 tsp garlic powder
- ●1/4 tsp onion powder
Instructions
- 1Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a donut pan.
- 2In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- 3In another bowl, whisk together the milk, eggs, and melted butter until well combined.
- 4Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
- 5Fold in the diced ham, shredded Swiss cheese, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder until evenly distributed.
- 6Spoon the batter into the prepared donut pan, filling each cavity about 2/3 full.
- 7Bake in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes, or until the donuts are golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- 8Allow the donuts to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- 9Serve warm or at room temperature.
Equipment
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Nutella cheesecake combines the rich flavors of Italian cheesecake with the beloved chocolate hazelnut spread, Nutella. This dessert has become a favorite for celebrations and gatherings, often served at parties and special occasions. Its creamy texture and decadent taste make it a modern classic, enjoyed by many around the world.
Ingredients
- ●cream cheese
- ●Nutella
- ●sugar
- ●heavy cream
- ●vanilla extract
- ●eggs
- ●chocolate cookies
- ●butter
- ●salt
- ●hazelnuts
- ●whipped cream
- ●cocoa powder
Instructions
- 1Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C).
- 2Grease a springform pan with butter.
- 3Crush chocolate cookies into fine crumbs.
- 4Mix cookie crumbs with melted butter and press into the bottom of the pan to form a crust.
- 5In a mixing bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
- 6Add Nutella and sugar to the cream cheese and mix until well combined.
- 7In a separate bowl, whip heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
- 8Fold the whipped cream into the Nutella mixture gently until combined.
- 9Add eggs one at a time, mixing on low speed until just incorporated.
- 10Stir in vanilla extract and a pinch of salt.
- 11Pour the cheesecake filling over the crust in the springform pan.
- 12Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes until the center is set but slightly jiggly.
- 13Turn off the oven and leave the cheesecake inside for 1 hour to cool gradually.
- 14Remove from the oven and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving.
- 15Top with whipped cream, cocoa powder, and chopped hazelnuts before serving.
Ingredient Alternatives
heavy cream
Healthier: Greek yogurt
Cheaper: milk + cornstarch
Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess
cream cheese
Healthier: ricotta cheese
Cheaper: cottage cheese
Ricotta provides a lighter texture with fewer calories.
Techniques
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Equipment
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Also Known As
Chocolate Hazelnut Cheesecake
Ingredients
- ●4 slices of bread
- ●1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- ●1/4 cup brown sugar
- ●1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ●1/4 cup granulated sugar
- ●1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- ●1/4 cup powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- 1Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- 2In a small bowl, mix together the softened butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- 3Trim the crusts off the bread slices and flatten each slice with a rolling pin.
- 4Spread a generous amount of the cinnamon butter mixture onto each slice of bread.
- 5Roll each slice tightly from one end to the other to form a roll.
- 6Place the rolls seam-side down on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- 7Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown.
- 8Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before dusting with powdered sugar.
- 9Serve warm and enjoy!
Equipment
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