Cookies
Cookies are a classic, simple dessert with endless variations.
Strawberry and Cream Cookies
Strawberry and cream cookies manage to pack in a ton of fresh fruit flavor by using freeze dried strawberries! Throw in some white chocolate chips for the cream element, then go crazy by adding either strawberry candy melts or ruby…
Ultimate Almond Macarons
Almond macarons may be a basic flavor, but the intense almond ganache filling is anything but! In an ode to almonds, we’re making almond macaron shells and filling them with a soft nutty, yet fruity, almond ganache flavored with some…
Cherry Blossom Macarons
What better way to welcome cherry blossom season than by making a batch of cherry blossom macarons? These pretty pink macaron shells are filled with a cherry blossom ganache, then dipped in white chocolate and topped with sprinkles. Let’s dive…
Li Hing Mango Macarons
Shortly after we moved to Hawaii, I noticed all sorts of dried fruits and candies coated in li hing powder. It’s such a popular treat here that I just had to incorporate that into a recipe. Thus, li hing mango…
The Ultimate Minnesota Cookie Book: Review + Recipe
Imagine getting a cookie cookbook full of 100 of the best cookie recipes from a holiday cookie contest held in Minnesota. Sound a bit specific? The Ultimate Minnesota Cookie Book is that cookbook. I had the opportunity to test out…
Understanding Common Cake Ingredients
Baking is a fun, creative endeavor, but first and foremost, it is a science. In order to bake deliciously soft, flavorful cakes and cupcakes, it helps to understand the most common cake ingredients. Learn about what role they play in…
FREE Buttercream Course for Beginners
As a home baker, you understand that mastering buttercream is a key skill that will take your baking to the next level. Buttercream can be used in many bakes, like cakes, cupcakes, and cookies. In this free course, you’ll learn…
Matcha Chocolate Chip Biscotti
Earthy matcha and sweet chocolate chips are a perfect pair in this batch of biscotti. This crisp cookie should be served with your favorite hot beverage for the perfect afternoon treat on a chilly day. Matcha chocolate chip biscotti are…
Forget Me Not Cookies
You may know forget me not cookies by another name, forgotten cookies. No matter what you call them, they are easy meringue cookies loaded with chocolate chips and pecans (if that’s your jam). The crisp exterior gives way to a…
Tea Inspired Dessert Recipes
Baking with tea is such a wonderful way to incorporate unique flavors into your desserts. Tea can be earthy, spicy, or floral and adds a depth to each recipe. Check out these tea inspired dessert recipes and decide what you’ll…