Stressed? Feeling lonely? Popular comic book author Terry Moore has suggested the perfect remedy, “The 12-step chocoholics program: Never be more than 12 steps away from chocolate!”
And since we love you, our readers so dearly, we've updated our list of exceptional bakers to ensure that you always have a stash of delectale treats for when you're lonely or just being possessed by Cookie Monster.
So ready your sweet tooth for another round saccharin treats as we give you another roundup of some of Manila's best home bakers!
Image: Love Agnessi Instagram
Serious Chocolate Chip Cookie lovers should add Love, Agnessi on their must-try list! Their Chocolate Chip Cookie is delightfully moist and oozing with decadent chocolate chips!
Must-try: Chocolate Chip (P350, box of 14), Chocolate Walnut (P380, box of 14), White Chocolate & Macadamia (P450, box of 14)
Image: The Bald Baker Instagram
Marshmallows + cookies = dessert euphoria. The Bald Baker's Chocollows which is a mix of chocolate chip cookies and marshmallows is one of the best things that ever happened to cookies.
Must-try: Chocollows (P60 each, minimum order of 8 cookies)
Image: Sweet Bite by Bianca
Cupcakes are already sinful as it is but adding peanut butter and oreos in the center? Deadly delicious. Sweet Bite by Bianca's Oreo Peanut Butter Brownie Cups are crisp on the outside but ooey gooey moist on the inside. It's one of those desserts that's definitely going to give you a sugar high!
Must-try: Oreo Peanut Butter Brownie Cups (P60 each)
Image: Smitten Sweets Facebook
If you love brownies, Smitten Sweets' The Nala will surely satisfy your fudgy cravings. The Nala is a fudgy cupcake brownie made with Malagos chocolate – best served with cold milk!
Must-try: The Nala (P70 each)
Image: Sweet Thoughts Bakeshop Facebook
Sweet Thoughts' wonderfully flavored cupcakes will make every dessertarian's tummy happy. Every cupcake is bursting with flavor, it'll be hard to pick your favorite! Green tea lovers will also be delighted with their KitKat flavored cupcake and crinkles.
Must-try: KitKat Matcha Cupcake (P55 each, minimum order of 6 pcs), Tripolo Cupcake (P55 each, minimum order of 6 pcs)
Image: Brouffles by Brownbaker Website
The Brownbaker's Brouffle, a hybrid of brownies and truffle is one of the most indulgent brownies you'll ever taste in your life. It is chewy and crusty on the outside but fudgy and smooth like a truffle on the inside. Chocoholics will go gaga over this decadent creation.
Must-try: Classic Dark Chocolate Brouffle (P349, box of 9)
Image: Amores Gluten Free Website
Who says people with gluten intolerance can't enjoy cupcakes? Amores Gluten-Free Foods aims to provide gluten-free and casein-free yummy desserts for everyone to enjoy.
Must-try: Chocolate Cupcake (P65 each)
Do you know other awesome home bakers? Share it in the comments section!