Espresso Cinnamon Rolls Are So Addicting If you’re wondering what espresso cinnamon rolls are, they are a delicious take on traditional cinnamon rolls. It is a combination of soothing sweetness of cinnamon with the rich flavor of espresso. Espresso powder is typically added to the […]
I am Obsessed Homemade Chicken Pot Pie There’s something about chicken pot pie that feels like home. It’s warm, creamy, and packed with flavor in every forkful. Whether it’s a chilly night, a busy week, or I just want something filling and comforting, this dish […]
If you grew up watching the show SpongeBob, then you already know that this recipe is iconic and legendary. It’s juicy, mysterious, and somehow always looked perfect on screen that I really wanted to try this when I was a kid.
For those who don’t know what Krabby Patties, they are the signature dish at the Krusty Krab restaurant in the cartoon “SpongeBob SquarePants.” They’re basically the underwater version of a burger and are super popular in Bikini Bottom!
It has been over two decades that fans have been asking this question because it has been a childhood thought.
It’s locked in a vault. Guarded by Mr. Krabs. Hunted by Plankton. Protected at all costs.
But is it really about ingredients—or is there something deeper behind the legendary burger?
Let’s break down what the show tells us, what fans believe, and what the “secret formula” might really mean.
Mr. Krabs keeps it hidden in safes, vaults, and sometimes even inside his mattress. Plankton has spent his entire life trying to steal it and on the show they still haven’t revealed what the secret formula was.
Here are a couple things that people may think the secret formula is:
If we knew the recipe:
The secret formula keeps the show exciting.
It’s a storytelling tool, not just a recipe.
A few things to know before you start:
Happy Valentine’s Day Everybody Growing up I always saw the Valentine’s Day Sugar Cookies in the stores, I used to beg my parents to buy them for me because I just loved them. I don’t know what it was but they were just amazing. The […]
I am obsessed with Cauliflower Pizza If I see cauliflower pizza on the menu, I’m definitely curious. I love pizza, but sometimes you want something lighter that still feels filling. This is one of my favorite ways to enjoy pizza without feeling weighed down afterward. […]
Moving to Panamá was a life change for me of how nice it is.
I moved to Panamá on March 7th 2022 to start my junior year, learn Spanish, and start a new chapter.
The school year differs significantly between states; in Panama, it runs from March to December, whereas in the United States, it runs from August to May or, depending on the state, from September to June.
Everything seemed so unfamiliar to me when I entered my junior year of school. I attended a bilingual private school. The majority of the teachers and all of the students spoke English. The professors of arithmetic, geography, art, and Spanish were the only ones who didn’t know any English at all.
Since I attended a small school, everyone in my grade was in the same class on the first day of junior year. Since I didn’t know a single word of Spanish, my classmates were always willing to help. I always felt included, and I liked making new friends along the way.
There are a lot of mixed-race and foreign-national persons living in Panama.
It is always humid but cool everyday in Panamá.
You can surf, ride bikes on the streets, look at the view, go to the beach, and eat so much heavenly food you can never get in America.
One of the best (and weirdest) things about Panamá is that Sundays are party nights. Every Sunday evening, people go all out at Amador Causeway—where I lived when I first moved there—and Casco Viejo. Sundays are all about relaxing and socializing before the workweek starts, and with many people off, the city comes alive with music, food, dancing, and outdoor fun.
As an American, I never understood why Fridays and Saturdays weren’t party nights. Growing up, Sunday nights always meant school and tests the next day—so partying felt wrong. Now that chapter’s over, and sadly, I’m back in the States.
But visiting Panamá is fantastic, and the prime time to go is between December and April for the best weather. Have a safe trip!
Pop Tarts are the Best Hey everybody! This is a special post because I am starting a new series on my YouTube channel called making nostalgic snacks from my childhood. I am starting off by making a classic flavor: Strawberry Pop Tarts. Pop Tarts were […]
Brown Butter Pecan Sandies are The Best The one thing about pecan sandies or cookies in general is that you have to use brown butter. Lots of times in the past I would make a couple errors about the cookies. Not that they tasted bad […]
Hello Stranger Things fans. Today I am making Erica Sinclair’s Knockout Pie inspired by Season 5 of Stranger Things. Ever since Season 5 came out, I’ve been so addicted to Stranger Things that I just can’t stop thinking or talking about it.
If you’re a fan of Hawkins, clever schemes, or just love good pie, this one’s for you. Perfect for watch parties, themed events, or just because Erica always gets what she wants.
If I see pie on the table, I already know I’m getting a slice. Probably more than one. When I saw Erica make Knockout Pie on Stranger Things, I knew I had to try it. It looked rich, creamy, and full of flavor — and after making it myself, I can say it definitely lives up to the hype.
This pie is smooth, comforting, and packed with warm spices that make it perfect for any time of year. It’s one of those desserts that looks impressive, but it’s actually simple to make. Every time I serve it, people ask for the recipe.
A couple of items I’d like to point out about this recipe:
Hey guys, if you want to see what else Sazón has been up to, go check out his YouTube shorts that he has been posting for the past few months. You won’t just see cooking videos because you are going to some shenanigans going on […]
A Mexican Moscow Mule? On Cinco de Mayo I made a refreshing cocktail and Nel asked if I could show his audience how to make it. We recorded a quick YouTube video and I called it a Mexican Moscow Mule, but I stand corrected. It […]
These blueberry pancakes are so easy a 13-year old can make them…literally. I use a mixing bowl, a whisk, a spatula and a cast iron griddle that my Uncle Lonnie gave us for Christmas. Since we have a gas stove I can make 3 pancakes at a time on that griddle! Before we got the griddle I made pancakes in a cast iron pan, one at a time. I like crispy edges on fluffy pancakes which can only be achieved on a good griddle.
By the way, my pancake batter recipe only calls for 7 basic ingredients. You can really use any fruit of your choice. As a matter of fact we just had the Florida Strawberry Festival here and we bought a huge flat of strawberries and we made strawberry pancakes using the same easy pancake batter recipe. I’m also a huge fan of chocolate chip pancakes. My parents like to make macadamia nut pancakes. The pancake batter is super easy so throw in what you like. My favorite are blueberry pancakes.
So, every year here in Florida in the Spring we have U-Pick Blueberries. At the end of blueberry season, you go to a blueberry farm, walk around and enjoy the Florida Spring weather. Depending on the farm, you pay by the pound or bucket. Just as we have a famous Strawberry Festival we also have a Blueberry Festival in Tampa Bay. Last year my Mami went blueberry picking at Starkey Blueberry Farm outside of Tampa with her friend Rachel and her shih tzu, Mocha Coconut. Mami came home with a bag of blueberries that we used in a couple of smoothies and I made a batch of easy blueberry pancakes. Just one batch for breakfast. She said that they must have missed the “good weekend” to go berry picking. She paid by the pound.
My Grandma Linda came to visit in June and brought us a whole cooler full of blueberries. She picked them at Beulah Berries in Pensacola, FL. Since it’s a bit cooler in the panhandle the season starts and ends later there. Apparently U-Pick blueberries are a lot cheaper in the panhandle too based on the bounty Grandma Linda produced in comparison to Mami’s. LOL. I’ve been making batch after batch of blueberry pancakes ever since. Grandma paid by the bucket.
So, we keep fresh blueberries frozen until we are ready to use them. Almost a year later we still have a few freezer bags of blueberries left. We use blueberries in everything from salads, smoothies, dessert toppings to eating them plain. My favorite way to eat blueberries is in a blueberry pancake.
Curry Chicken Is My Favorite One of my favorite meals is Curry Chicken. I love all types of curry dishes. As you may be aware curry tastes different everywhere you go. I have had Indian curries, Asian curry, West Indian or Caribbean curry. Within those […]
I Love Mac and Cheese If I see macaroni and cheese on a menu I’ll usually order it. God forbid my mom makes a Thanksgiving dinner and the mac and cheese isn’t included. Well, that has not actually happened, but she knows better than to […]
The Simpsons is my all time favorite show. Ned Flanders, the Simpson family’s extremely religious next door neighbor, asked Bart if he wanted some hot cocoa. Bart turned Ned down and said that hot cocoa was for wusses. Once Ned made his extra fancy hot cocoa and put it in the window, Bart couldn’t resist. After I watched The Simpsons Movie for the first time I begged my Papi (who is also a fan of The Simpsons) to figure out the ingredients for the Hot Chocolate recipe that made Bart Simpson, say “Oh my God.”
Who doesn’t love hot cocoa? Well, I don’t just drink it when it’s cold outside. I drink hot chocolate all year round. By the way, it doesn’t get that cold in Florida where I live very often anyway.
I’ve perfected this Mexican inspired cocoa and my family and friends beg me to make it for them.
The YouTube video below is a tutorial on preparing a basic version of Ned Flanders’ Hot Cocoa from the Simpsons movie. Now, I usually get special and add the graham cracker and chocolate shavings to the top of the whipped cream. You really don’t need all of that. It’s just for presentation purposes. The main thing is adding marshmallows and whipped cream as a topping. Don’t forget the secret ingredient that makes this hot chocolate better than your boring winter drink: cinnamon. Cinnamon should not only be on top of the whipped cream, but it should also be the first thing you mix into your milk.
Please watch the video. Like and subscribe to my YouTube Channel. Most of all, enjoy making my favorite drink!
My name is Chef NelSazon and you guessed it, I love to cook. I decided to become a chef when I was 9 years old. My love of cooking came from my love of eating all types of food from different cultures. My cultural background is Dominican, Filipino and Black American. So, naturally I love Spanish cooking, Asian Cuisine and Southern Soul Food. Since I'm a child foodie of foodie parents my young palate was opened to many different cultures outside of my background and I love learning to cook what I eat. I was trained at home and at Summer Culinary Camps. I am currently in Middle School and I'm 13 Years old. Everyday I ask myself, "What shoud I cook for dinner?"
My name is Chef NelSazon and you guessed it, I love to cook. I decided to become a chef when I was 9 years old. My love of cooking came from my love of eating all types of food from different cultures. My cultural background is Dominican, Filipino and Black American. So, naturally I love Spanish cooking, Asian Cuisine and Southern Soul Food. Since I'm a child foodie of foodie parents my young palate was opened to many different cultures outside of my background and I love learning to cook what I eat. I was trained at home and at Summer Culinary Camps. I am currently in Middle School and I'm 13 Years old. Everyday I ask myself, "What shoud I cook for dinner?"
