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A bowl of chocolate macaroons with a few off to the side

Easy Chocolate Coconut Macaroons

These dark chocolate macaroons are made with chocolate, egg whites, sugar, and just a pinch of salt. This version of the classic coconut macaroon is for macaroon lovers who also adore chocolate. What …

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two Easter cupcakes baked in eggshells

Easter Cupcakes Baked in Real Eggshells

These Easter cupcakes baked in real egg shells are an unforgettable treat! They're also great as an edible April Fools' Day joke. I watched my Grandmother's face when she realized that I hadn't handed …

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A few chocolate leaves on a black plate

Chocolate Leaves in 30 Seconds

It takes just 30 seconds to make amazing chocolate leaves using a bowl of chocolate and a comb! Use the leaves to decorate cakes, pies, and cupcakes or simply arrange them on a plate …

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Mini Madeleines dusted with powdered sugar

Madeleine Cookies

Madeleine cookies are classic French pastries that are cake-like and a little spongy. They can be made in all kinds of flavors, though traditionally they are flavored with vanilla, a little lemon, and a light …

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Redbud Syrup

Redbud Syrup

When we house hunted, we dreamed of living in an old house with lots of character - nooks and crannies, pocket doors, and maybe a turret. We ended up in brand new construction …

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Cinnamon scone on a white plate with scones in the background

Cinnamon Chip Scones

My cinnamon chip scones are buttery, rich, and heavily spiced. They have an irresistible crunchy cinnamon sugar topping and cinnamon chips throughout! These delicious cinnamon scones make for the best …

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Crumpets

All About Crumpets

A crumpet is a type of bread most closely related to the English muffin. They are a light yeast bread, made on a griddle, as you would a pancake. In this post, we'll …

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Banana oatmeal chocolate chip muffins scattered on a white background

Banana Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Muffins

These banana oatmeal chocolate chip muffins are some of the most moist muffins you'll ever have. Plus, they are loaded with banana flavor and just the right amount of chocolate chips! If you …

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A glass of iced hibiscus tea garnished with lemon

Hibiscus Tea (Jamaica Drink)

Hibiscus tea (also known as Jamaica drink) is a refreshing tea made from hibiscus flowers. It's totally refreshing on a hot summer day and it's even purported to have health benefits. Hibiscus tea is …

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Salt Water Taffty in a white bowl on a checkered cloth

How to Make Salt Water Taffy in One Hour

Learn how to make salt water taffy like you find on seaside boardwalks in just one hour! Start with this funfetti version and then experiment with your own flavors using my recipe as a …

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Key Lime Ice Cream

Easy Ice Cream Recipe in the Cuisinart

It is so easy to make ice cream in a Cuisinart ice cream maker that you'll want to make it all of the time! Start with my key lime ice cream! It's smooth, tangy, …

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overhead view of dessert sausage with raspberry "ketchup" resting in a Long John donut

Dessert Sausage (Cupcakewurst)

What would happen if, instead of stuffing a sausage casing with meat (or a meat substitute), I stuffed it with cupcake batter? I had to try my take on a chocolate salami! …

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Slice of raspberry stuffed French toast with the casserole dish in the background

Overnight Raspberry Stuffed French Toast Casserole

Stuffed French toast casserole is the most decadent of all French toasts. It's like a French toast sandwich filled with sweet, delicious filling! This overnight stuffed French toast is loaded with cream cheese and both …

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Saffron Cupcakes: Golden Threads Make a Treasure

Saffron cupcakes are well worth every expensive bite. I've baked cupcakes with all kinds of unusual ingredients and flavors over the years - beer, avocado, or ricotta cheese. Some work better than others. …

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Homemade Lucky Charms – Are You Up for the Challenge?

When I share recipes, my hope is that you will bake and enjoy them in your home. I believe that everyone can and should bake from scratch and I try to install confidence in …

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