Emmy Eats BELGIUM | an American tasting Belgian treats

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey adds sweetness with a unique flavor profile

gelatin

🥗Healthier: agar-agar

💰Cheaper: none

Agar-agar is a plant-based alternative suitable for vegans

vanilla extract

🥗Healthier: vanilla bean

💰Cheaper: vanilla essence

Vanilla bean enhances flavor without additives

Received a package from viewer Céline containing various Belgian treats.

Tried Cuberdons, describing them as sweet candy with a crunchy outside and chewy inside, tasting like lingonberries, elderberries, and raspberries.

Tried Snowballs, noting their fluffy texture that melts in the mouth and has a cooling sensation with a hint of chocolate.

Tried Speculoos cookies from the Lotus company, describing them as light, crispy, and spiced, reminiscent of gingerbread and perfect for tea.

Tried Lotus spread, noting its gritty texture and sweet flavor, comparing it to peanut butter but crunchier.

Tried cod liver, describing its soft, buttery texture and fishy flavor, suggesting it be served with red onion, lemon, and dill on Melba toast.

Tried Matinettes, thin chocolate wafers, noting their texture and how they can be placed on bread without spreading.

Tried Meli Choco, a chocolate and honey spread, enjoying its rich color and texture.

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