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Grown-up Chocolate Chip Cookies

Grown-up Chocolate Chip Cookies

Cookies· dessert· snacks
October 9, 2023

Grown-up Chocolate Chip Cookies – Chocolate chip cookies loaded with finely chopped pistachios, walnuts, and dried cherries. A sprinkle of…
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Brown Sugar Cinnamon Cookie Bars

Brown Sugar Cinnamon Cookie Bars

bars and brownies· Cookies· dessert· Easter· Fall Flavors· Holiday Favorites· snacks
August 22, 2023

Brown Sugar Cinnamon Cookie Bars – Brown sugar cinnamon filing is placed between shortbread cookie layers. It all gets a…
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Raspberry Chocolate Chip Cookies

Raspberry Chocolate Chip Cookies

Cookies· dessert· Valentine's Day
August 4, 2023

Raspberry Chocolate Chip Cookies – Homemade chocolate chip cookies are taken up a notch with the use of freeze-dried raspberries….
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Raspberry Lime Macaron Sandwich

Raspberry Lime Macaron Sandwich

Cookies· dessert· Easter· Holiday Favorites· Valentine's Day
June 19, 2023

Raspberry Lime Macaron Sandwich – Large, pink macaron shells are filled with fresh lime curd and whole raspberries and sandwiched…
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Mint Chocolate Fudge Cookies

Mint Chocolate Fudge Cookies

Cookies· dessert· Easter· Holiday Favorites
March 2, 2023

Mint Chocolate Fudge Cookies – Chewy chocolate cookies are topped with a thin layer of mint buttercream and a dollop…
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Cornbread Cookies

Cornbread Cookies

Cookies· Easter
February 26, 2023

Cornbread Cookies – Chewy cornbread cookies are made with butter and cornmeal to give a slight cornbread flavor and texture….
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Banana Chocolate Chip Cookies

Banana Chocolate Chip Cookies

Cookies· dessert
January 22, 2023

Banana Chocolate Chip Cookies – Banana cookies loaded with candied walnuts and covered in regular and large semi-sweet chips Today’s…
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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

carrot raisin muffins stacked on top of each other and sitting on a purple plate

Carrot Raisin Muffins

Apple Pie Cake

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Pumpkin Fettuccine with Sundried Tomatoes

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Iced Pumpkin Scones

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Pumpkin Churros

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Apple Cinnamon Stuffed French Toast

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puff pastry filled with chicken a la king

Chicken a la King

berry pavlova sitting on a baking sheet with parchment paper

Berry Pavlova

Peppermint Shortbread Bites

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Portuguese Egg Tarts

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Blackberry Doughnut Cake

 

Fluffy, buttery sweet rolls covered in powder suga Fluffy, buttery sweet rolls covered in powder sugar. Perfect with a morning coffee!

To find this recipe, search for 'Mallorca Sweet Bread' on certifiedpastryaficionado.com

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Thick rice noodles are stir-fried with egg, chicke Thick rice noodles are stir-fried with egg, chicken, broccoli, and a savory and slightly sweet sauce.

To find this recipe, search for 'Pad See Ew' on certifiedpastryaficionado.com

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Homemade, chewy dough is twisted in a pretzel shap Homemade, chewy dough is twisted in a pretzel shape, dipped in a soda bath, and baked until deep golden brown.

To find this recipe, search for 'Soft Pretzels' on certifiedpastryaficionado.com

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Jumbo elbow macaroni and beef is tossed with a cre Jumbo elbow macaroni and beef is tossed with a creamy tomato sauce. It’s a perfect meal for weeknight dinners!

To find this recipe, search for 'Creamy Tomato Macaroni Beef' on certifiedpastryaficionado.com

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Raspberry jam and fresh whipped cream are sandwich Raspberry jam and fresh whipped cream are sandwiched between two vanilla sponge cakes and dusted with powdered sugar. A British classic dessert perfect for dessert or afternoon tea.

To find this recipe, search for 'Victoria Sandwich Cake' on certifiedpastryaficionado.com

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