The first picture was the last batch of MaKaLongs which were made with the "no brand" parchment paper. The next one was where I used a "branded' parchment paper, which was thinner and smoother. Color was also added to the MaKaLong.
As it turns out, the batch of pink MaKaLong was a success! It's hard to describe the happiness and satisfaction as the MaKaLongs started to rise in the oven beautifully, especially after a series of failures. They had even feets and looked really nice. :D Also, I had made some lemon curd which I assumed it would fit well to this sweet dessert, and I believed that this combination did not disappoint after hearing to comments from my wonderful people around me who were willing to makan my stuff, thanks!
As one of my friend's R.O.M was nearby, I have decided to make this for her! Long story cut short, in the end, had tried making out one more filling type which was orange buttercream other than the inital chocolate ganache. They in total, I had three flavors for my multi-colored MaKaLongs. Not to forget, my own D.I.Y box~
A few things to note from this experience:
1) This MaKaLong is quite delicate; every step needs to be properly done.
2) Many factors affecting the end result; just have to trial and error.
3) Putting the MaKaLong is air-conditioned room is a good place to rest the MaKaLong before it goes to the oven. Leaving it in this humid country would take forever.
4) Have tried putting a pinch of salt in the process and it seems like the MaKaLong is less sweet(not sure on this).
5) Coloring has an impact on the time to bake, and the appearance of the MaKaLong; original ones have higher feets as compared to colored ones for my case.
Lastly, I would like to thank my friends who helped to try out, my sec. school friend who lend me the coloring and another of my long time friend whom with her artistic talent helped with the overall design of the whole gift.
