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Sour Cream Doughnuts

Sour Cream Doughnuts

breakfast· doughnuts and sweet rolls· Easter· Holiday Favorites· pastries
June 18, 2018

Sour Cream Doughnuts – Dense and crispy on the outside, moist and cakey on the inside, these sour cream doughnuts…
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Everything Bagel Breakfast Casserole

Everything Bagel Breakfast Casserole

breakfast· breakfast casseroles
May 24, 2018

Everything Bagel Breakfast Casserole – A hearty and rich breakfast casserole made with super flavorful everything bagels, Gruyere cheese, and…
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Homemade Bagels

Homemade Bagels

bread· breakfast
April 23, 2018

Homemade Bagels – The chewiest homemade bagels you’ll ever make, with the perfect crispy, shiny shell on the outside. You…
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Banana Nut Cinnamon Rolls

Banana Nut Cinnamon Rolls

breakfast· doughnuts and sweet rolls· Easter
April 9, 2018

Banana Nut Cinnamon Rolls – Fluffy homemade cinnamon rolls are filled with the perfect mixture of sliced bananas, brown sugar,…
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Lemon Blueberry Ricotta Pancakes

Lemon Blueberry Ricotta Pancakes

breakfast· Easter
March 26, 2018

Lemon Blueberry Ricotta Pancakes – Homemade pancakes are given the gourmet treatment with the addition of fresh lemon zest, blueberries,…
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Ham & Cheese Biscuits

Ham & Cheese Biscuits

biscuits· bread· breakfast· Easter
March 22, 2018

Ham & Cheese Biscuits – Buttermilk biscuits are loaded with ham & cheese and baked until they come out slightly crispy,…
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Almond Croissants

Almond Croissants

breakfast· Easter· Holiday Favorites· pastries
February 19, 2018

Almond Croissants – Store-bought butter croissants are transformed into rich, flavorful almond croissants with the addition of almond syrup and almond…
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Hi, my name is Sharon. I’m an accountant by day, risk-taking baker and food enthusiast by night. Come join me as I share my favorite recipes and test out new ones along the way!

fall flavors

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Stone Fruit Tart

two mugs of Cinnamon Maple Latte topped with whipped cream and sprinkled with pecans with dunkin donuts creamer and a stack of pumpkins on top of a cloth napkin, shot from a side angle

Cinnamon Maple Latte

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Maple Walnut Cookies

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Apple Cider Caramels

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Chocolate Pecan Pie

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Gingerbread Soufflé

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Portuguese Egg Tarts

Red Velvet Macarons - A classic french cookie made with a red velvet cookie and cream cheese filling. A elegant little dessert perfect for bridal showers and tea parties!

Red Velvet Macarons

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Cranberry Apple Sangria

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Pigs in a Blanket Wreath

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Baileys Cheesecake Brownie Bites

 

Who else has mall food court nostalgia?! This Foo Who else has mall food court nostalgia?!

This Food Court Bourbon Chicken is an EXACT replica of that sweet, sticky chicken you used to get at the mall! Tender chicken thighs in a glossy bourbon sauce that's perfectly balanced between sweet and savory. And the best part? It's ready in under 30 minutes and everything cooks in ONE POT!

Here's why you need this:
✨ Tastes just like the mall version (maybe better!)
✨ Ready in under 30 minutes
✨ One pot = easy cleanup
✨ Perfect over white rice

Remember walking through the mall, getting that free sample, and immediately getting in line? This is that chicken! The sauce is made with brown sugar, soy sauce, bourbon, ginger, and garlic – it becomes this incredible sticky, syrupy glaze that coats every piece of chicken perfectly.

Pro tips:
🍗 Use dark meat chicken (stays tender!)
🍳 Let it brown before stirring (builds flavor!)
🥃 The alcohol cooks out, leaving just the flavor
🌾 Serve over rice with extra sauce!

Perfect for:
🥡 Weeknight dinners
🍱 Meal prep
😋 When you're craving takeout
🏠 Nostalgic food court memories

Honestly, this is so much better than having to go to the mall (no crowds, no parking hassles!). Just pure delicious chicken in that signature sweet bourbon sauce you remember.

Ready to bring the food court home? Comment "BOURBON" below and I'll send the full recipe straight to your DMs! 

#bourbonchicken #copycatrecipes #easydinner
This Mocha Trifle is the ultimate show-stopping de This Mocha Trifle is the ultimate show-stopping dessert that's surprisingly easy to make. Layers of dark chocolate cake, coffee-infused vanilla pudding, and fresh whipped cream, all topped with crushed almond biscotti for that perfect crunch. 

It's elegant, impressive, and absolutely delicious!

Here's why you need to make this:
✨ Make ahead friendly (actually gets BETTER overnight!)
✨ Serves 12 – perfect for parties
✨ Looks stunning in a trifle dish
✨ Coffee + chocolate = magical combo

The best part? The flavors blend together beautifully when it sits, so you WANT to make this the day before. Zero stress on party day! Just pull it out of the fridge and watch everyone be amazed 

Pro tips:
☕ Use cold coffee for the pudding (sets faster!)
🎂 Cool the cake completely before layering
🍰 Let it chill at least 2 hours, preferably overnight

Perfect for:
🎄 Christmas parties
🎉 Holiday gatherings
🍽️ Dinner party dessert
✨ Special occasions

The combination of smooth coffee pudding, rich chocolate cake, and fluffy whipped cream creates different textures in every bite. And that crushed almond biscotti on top? Adds the perfect nutty crunch!

Ready to make your next party memorable? Comment "MOCHA" below and I'll send the full recipe straight to your DMs! 

#mochadessert #trifle #holidaydesserts
This Pumpkin Snickerdoodle Bread Pudding combines This Pumpkin Snickerdoodle Bread Pudding combines everything you love about classic bread pudding with ALL the cozy fall flavors – pumpkin, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and cloves. And that snickerdoodle cinnamon sugar crust on top? Absolute PERFECTION.

Here's what makes this amazing:
✨ Easier than pie (literally!)
✨ Make ahead friendly – prep the night before
✨ Serves 12 (perfect for holiday gatherings)
✨ Best served warm with vanilla ice cream

The secret? French bread cubes soak up all that spiced pumpkin custard overnight, then get topped with cinnamon sugar before baking. The result is a creamy, custardy center with a crispy, cookie-like top. It's basically snickerdoodles meets pumpkin pie meets bread pudding!

Pro tip: Use crusty French bread – it soaks up the custard perfectly without getting mushy. And don't skip the overnight soak – that's what makes it so incredibly creamy!

Perfect for:
🦃 Thanksgiving dessert table
🎄 Christmas gatherings
🍂 Fall entertaining
☕ Cozy dessert nights

Serve it warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream (the kind with sea salt is chef's kiss) and watch it disappear! 

Comment "PUMPKIN" below and I'll send the full recipe straight to your DMs! 

#pumpkinrecipes #breadpudding #holidaybaking
Potato skins just got SO much easier! Y'all, I lo Potato skins just got SO much easier!

Y'all, I love potato skins, but hollowing out all those potatoes? No thank you! This hack changes EVERYTHING – slice potatoes into coins, bake them, and load them up with all your favorite toppings. Takes half the time and they're just as delicious!

Here's why these are genius:
✨ No tedious hollowing out required
✨ Way faster to make (hello, game day!)
✨ Perfect finger food size
✨ All the flavor, half the work

The combo of crispy potato coins topped with melted cheddar, crispy bacon, cool sour cream, and fresh green onions? Chef's kiss

Pro tips:
🥔 Choose uniform potatoes for even cooking
🍳 Cut bacon BEFORE cooking (saves time!)
📄 Use nonstick pans for easy flipping
Perfect for:
🏈 Football season
🎉 Watch parties
🏠 Homegating
🍔 BBQs and tailgates

One follower literally said "I would make a meal out of those" and honestly? Same. These are THAT good and so addictive. Your guests will be fighting over the last one!

Ready to make game day snacking easier? Comment "POTATO" below and I'll send the full recipe straight to your DMs! 

#potatoskins #appetizers #fingerfood
These Bacon & Gruyere Sliders with Beer Caramelize These Bacon & Gruyere Sliders with Beer Caramelized Onions are about to be your new game day MVP!

Y'all, the flavor combination here is UNREAL. Salty bacon + nutty gruyere cheese + sweet beer caramelized onions = pure perfection. These are the kind of sliders that make people ask for the recipe immediately!

Here's what makes them special:
✨ Beer caramelized onions (game-changer!)
✨ Mini burgers = perfect for tasting everything
✨ Gruyere cheese adds that gourmet touch
✨ Feeds a crowd (makes 12 sliders!)

Pro tip: The caramelized onions take about an hour, but you can make them the day before and just reheat! That way, game day is stress-free and you can actually enjoy the party 

Perfect for:
🏈 Super Bowl parties
🏟️ Tailgating
🍔 BBQs and cookouts
🎊 Any time you're feeding a crowd

The best part? Using those sweet slider buns that are the perfect size and have just a hint of sweetness to balance all those savory flavors. These aren't your average burgers – they're loaded with flavor in every single bite!

Ready to win game day with these sliders?  Comment "SLIDERS" below and I'll send the full recipe straight to your DMs! 

#sliders #gamedayfood #burgerrecipes

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