Dessert
Scrumptious baked goods to satisfy any sweet tooth.
Mini Cherry Blossom Cupcakes
Cherry blossom season is in full swing! To celebrate the peaceful colors and changing weather of the season, enjoy a batch of mini cherry blossom cupcakes. White almond cupcakes with cherry blossom buttercream and a tiny buttercream flower are as…
Cupcake & Cake Prep for Home Bakers
Once you start baking regularly, you’ll soon figure out that half the work starts before you even begin step 1 in any recipe. It’s important to prepare your work space, equipment, and ingredients properly to ensure a successful bake. Here…
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…
Tiramisu Layer Cake
I love the simple flavors and striking look of a classic tiramisu. It’s not an overly complicated dessert, but it is so dang delicious! This tiramisu layer cake takes all of the flavors, textures, and design of that classic Italian…
Brown Sugar Espresso Madeleines
Rich espresso and cozy brown sugar are a beautiful pair in each bite of these brown sugar espresso madeleines. The mini sponge cakes are simple to make, but full of flavor. Serve them with your afternoon coffee or tea for…
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…
