Tag: Winter
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Individual Sticky Toffee Puddings with Gooey Centers
Sticky toffee pudding is a classic British dessert for Christmas-time. I personally make it every year for my family! The warm, melty, gooey cake with dark caramel sauce is so irresistible on cold winter days. Normally this holiday dessert is made in a baking dish, similar to an American poke cake. A heaping spoon of…
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Persimmon Cheesecake with Red Wine Sauce
Nothing quite says Christmas like my Persimmon Cheesecake with Red Wine Sauce. This is a special dessert recipe I’ve carefully developed—just in time for Christmas! It’s a combination of a creamy, orange-flavored cheesecake with my special red-wine poached persimmon topping. The aroma when making this—it really is one of the best holiday aromas you can…
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Mastering Pretty Pie Crust Edges: Easy Tips for Beautiful Pies
I love making pies—they’re my favorite dessert. But pies can be a little intimidating—they need careful cutting, placing, and edging of the pie dough. That’s why I’ve written this post. I want to show you that getting those pretty pie crust edges is actually quite easy! All you need is a little patience and my…
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Easy All-butter Pie Crust Recipe
This easy all-butter pie crust recipe is a fantastic starting point for all your pie recipes. It’s buttery, flaky, and perfect for both sweet and savory pies. With step-by-step instructions and tips, even beginners can achieve a perfect crust every time. And best of all, it’s a no-lard recipe! What Makes This the Best Pie…
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Savory Dutch Baby Pancake Recipe
A Dutch baby is my go-to breakfast recipe for New Year’s Day. It’s a scrumptiously indulgent breakfast for holiday mornings when you have some extra time to treat yourself. This year, I tried a savory Dutch baby recipe with smoked salmon, cream cheese, and capers. Basically, it’s what would happen if a lox bagel and…
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Christmas in a Cup: Taste-testing Winter and Christmas Tea Blends
As winter’s chill settles in, there’s no better place to be than in front of the fire, sipping a cup of seasonal tea. With warm and comforting aromas of spices, citrus, and herbs, there are plenty of winter teas available to choose from. I tested out several flavors of Christmas teas and winter blends to…
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Legends and Lattes by Travis Baldree | Book Review
Legends and Lattes by Travis Baldree is a cozy, light-hearted novel – a story of high fantasy and low stakes – as the cover describes. The book follows a battle-hardened orc, Viv, who decides to hang up her sword in favor of a slower life. She’s done with boss-slaying and ready to settle into a new life as…
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2024 Holiday Gift Guide for Bakers and Tea Lovers
Christmas is my favorite time of the year, so to help you get in the festive mood I’ve made this holiday gift guide for bakers. It’s got a little bit of everything I love, from quality baking gear, to aromatic teas and great stocking fillers. So celebrate this holiday season by delighting the special bakers…
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Cardamom Cinnamon Rolls | Bake Box
Our Holiday Cinnamon Rolls DIY Baking Kit is Now Available! Consider your Christmas shopping done! I’m so excited to release our Holiday Bake Box….Cardamom Cinnamon Rolls! I personally will be making these Christmas morning for everyone to eat while we open presents.? These hot and fresh cinnamon rolls are perfect to dig into on those…
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Shirley Temple Float Dessert Drink: A Fun Twist on a Classic Mocktail
Looking to spice up your Christmas spread? My Shirley Temple Float Dessert Drink recipe is sure to bring smiles all around. I’ve remixed the classic mocktail into this indulgent Christmas dessert. Start with my bright Maraschino Cherry Ice Cream, top it with Sprite, and you have a delicious dessert drink, perfect for the holidays! In…
