Big Daddy's House Season 4 Episode 4 Bake Me Crazy
- March 28, 2010
- 21 min
In this episode of Big Daddy’s House, titled “Bake Me Crazy,” Chef Aaron McCargo Jr. explores his sweet tooth as he takes on the challenge of creating delicious dessert recipes that are sure to satisfy anyone’s sugar cravings!
Chef McCargo starts off by showing viewers how to make his “Triple Treat” chocolate chip cookie, which is loaded with a fantastic combination of white chocolate chips, milk chocolate chips, and dark chocolate chips. He emphasizes the importance of chilling the dough for at least an hour, allowing the flavors to meld together and preventing the flattening or spreading of the cookies during baking.
Next, Chef McCargo whips up a batch of his “Pumpkin Spice Bread Pudding,” which is a perfect dessert for the fall season. He uses brioche bread and adds a creamy pumpkin puree, maple syrup, cinnamon, and nutmeg to give the recipe a delightful, spicy flavor. To top it off, he creates a luscious bourbon glaze that he pours over the entire dish, adding an extra layer of sweetness and complexity.
Later in the episode, Chef McCargo moves onto his “Banana Foster Bread Pudding,” which is a twist on the classic bread pudding recipe. He consists of walnuts, raisins, and caramel sauce, and serves it with a dollop of whipped cream on top, adding a creamy, luxurious finish to the dish.
Finally, Chef McCargo showcases his recipe for “Cinnamon Roll Bread Pudding,” which is a creative way to use up some of that leftover cinnamon roll you might have hanging around in the kitchen. He soaks the leftover cinnamon rolls in a custard mixture and adds in some vanilla extract to give the dish a warm, comforting flavor. He tops the whole thing off with a delectable cream cheese glaze.
Throughout the episode, Chef McCargo shares some useful tips and tricks, including the importance of using fresh, high-quality ingredients, the proper ways to measure and mix your ingredients, and how to properly store and serve your desserts.
Overall, “Bake Me Crazy” is an indulgent and satisfying episode of Big Daddy’s House that is sure to make your sweet tooth ache. Whether you’re a seasoned baker or just a casual dessert lover, Chef McCargo’s dessert recipes are sure to inspire your next baking adventure!