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The Best Recipes for Homegating

The Best Recipes for Homegating

appetizer· round-up· snacks· Tailgating Recipes
September 27, 2018

Homegating – a gathering of friends and family to watch sports at someone’s home. I’ve been a fan of homegating…
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The Best Cookie Recipes!

The Best Cookie Recipes!

Cookies· round-up
August 2, 2018

A collection of incredible cookie recipes and cookie-inspired recipes from Certified Pastry Aficionado over the years One of my favorite…
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Best Recipes of 2017

Best Recipes of 2017

round-up
December 28, 2017

And just like that, another year is coming to an end. This year was definitely one of my most creative,…
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72 Incredible Ways to Celebrate Spring

72 Incredible Ways to Celebrate Spring

round-up
May 5, 2017

Surprise! I usually only give you guys a couple posts a week. But this week, we’re celebrating Spring in the…
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30 Irresistible Springtime Sweets

30 Irresistible Springtime Sweets

Easter· round-up
April 6, 2017

Easter is next week, people! Next. Week. Are you panicking yet?? Have no fear! I am here to help you…
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Best Recipes of 2016

Best Recipes of 2016

round-up
December 27, 2016

Man, what a year! 2016 sure has been a memorable one, that’s for sure. As you remember, I started this…
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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!

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Roasted Brussel Sprouts in a baking dish with melted butter and a spoon in it, shot from a side angle

Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Honey Mustard Vinaigrette

a plate with a slice of stone fruit tart and slices of fruit in the background, shot from the front

Stone Fruit Tart

plate of stack of pistachio pancakes with a bite of them on a fork with pistachios sprinkled around on a cloth napkin, shot from overhead

Pistachio Pancakes

zoomed in shot of cut up apple cider caramels

Apple Cider Caramels

a plate of pie crust chips with a bowl of Salted Caramel Apple Pie Dip on it and a jar of caramel behind it, shot from a side angle

Salted Caramel Apple Pie Dip with Pie Crust Chips

a stack of Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies and individual cookies on a sheet pan with chocolate chips around them and a stack of pumpkins in the background, shot from a side angle

Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies

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zoomed in shot of cut up apple cider caramels

Apple Cider Caramels

a plate of pie crust chips with a bowl of Salted Caramel Apple Pie Dip on it and a jar of caramel behind it, shot from a side angle

Salted Caramel Apple Pie Dip with Pie Crust Chips

slices of iced pumpkin scones drizzled with frosting on a wire rack on top of parchment paper, shot from overhead

Iced Pumpkin Scones

styled shot of Sweet Yeast Rolls on a plate with a bowl of Whipped Pumpkin Butter and a basket of rolls and a pumpkin in the background, shot from a side angle

Sweet Yeast Rolls with Whipped Pumpkin Butter

caramel macchiato cupcakes some drizzled with caramel sauce, shot from the front

Caramel Macchiato Cupcakes

 

Watermelon basil lemonade is homemade lemonade swe Watermelon basil lemonade is homemade lemonade sweetened with basil sugar and fresh watermelon juice.

To find this recipe, search for watermelon basil lemonade on certifiedpastryaficionado.com

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these Hawaiian BBQ chicken skewers are loaded with these Hawaiian BBQ chicken skewers are loaded with BBQ chicken, pineapple chunks, ham, and red onion and grilled to perfection.

To find this recipe, search for Hawaiian BBQ chicken skewers on certifiedpastryaficionado.com

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Buffalo chicken sliders have buffalo chicken nugge Buffalo chicken sliders have buffalo chicken nuggets loaded into soft sweet rolls and topped with homemade blue cheese sauce.

To find this recipe, search for buffalo chicken sliders on certifiedpastryaficionado.com

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Schnitzel sub sandwich has crispy, thin fried chic Schnitzel sub sandwich has crispy, thin fried chicken tenders placed in a hoagie bun, along with a squeeze of lemon juice, baby arugula, and shaved Parmesan cheese to make a new take on a chicken tender sub.

To find this recipe, search for Schnitzel sub sandwich on certifiedpastryaficionado.com

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Texas sheet cake is a thin, chocolate sheet cake w Texas sheet cake is a thin, chocolate sheet cake with a layer of chocolate icing on top. The ratio of cake to icing is perfection!

To find this recipe, search for Texas sheet cake on certifiedpastryaficionado.com

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