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Apologies for the temporary absence, things have been busy in my “real” life! I figured there’s no better way to come back than with a nice, boozy dessert – enter the Bailey’s skillet brownie with Bailey’s infused caramel sauce. This is perfect for a more grown-up dessert option, especially if you’re hosting a group of …
Happy Holidays! This Cranberry Lemon Meringue tart is the perfect, most decadent dessert to enjoy with your family and friends this holiday season. Hope everyone enjoys some time off with their loved ones!
Winter is soon upon us and you know what that means – hot chocolate season! These Hot Cocoa Macarons are delicious and almost too beautiful to eat! The filling is made of a homemade marshmallow fluff that will have your friends and family craving more!
Looking for a last-minute addition to your holiday dinner table? These homemade apple fritters are an easy dessert to share with your family and friends and incorporate some of the best flavors of fall before the seasons begin to turn. Be warned, these are extremely addictive and you’ll find yourself reaching for more than just …
Fall means it’s time for everything pumpkin flavored, and these Pumpkin Biscotti are perfect for a cozy day in! They’re super easy to make using a few basic ingredients (and pumpkin purée, of course) and pair well with a cup of hot coffee or cocoa
Donut fear, fruity pebbles are here! These donuts are made using a classic, basic fried yeasted donut recipe with a fruity pebble milk glaze. You can make the glaze by soaking fruity pebbles in milk overnight to really capture the flavor, before topping off the donuts with fruity pebbles! These were absolutely delicious and I’m …
Anyone who knows me knows that peaches are my absolute favorite fruit! Summer is quickly coming to an end (though the heat certainly doesn’t feel like it) and I’ve been all about the stone fruits this season – what better way to incorporate them than in sweet, buttery Peach Pie Bars?
Cinnamon Raisin bread was one of the first things I made for this account, so I decided to give it a revisit! This recipe reminds me of my first few deployments when one of the culinary specialists onboard would occasionally make freshly baked bread and cinnamon butter for people working late at night. This is …
This Chocolate Raspberry Babka is the perfect twist to a classic dish! I love a good babka, and using chocolate raspberry filling really elevates the flavor. I included both raspberry jam and whole raspberries to contrast with the sweetness of the chocolate. How do you like your babkas?
Peanut Butter Cookies are one of the easiest baked goods you could possibly make, but they’re a classic for a reason! You only need a few basic ingredients that you likely already have in your kitchen to whip up these treats. They’re perfect for a potluck or bake sale, or to keep around the house …