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Gingerbread Biscotti on parchment paper

Gingerbread Biscotti

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Nutella Cream Pie

Black & White Bundt Cake

two chocolate cherry crepes on a plate with powdered sugar dusted on top

Chocolate Cherry Crepes

a short glass with a gold rim filled with cherry bourbon spritz and a garnish of rosemary twig

Cherry Bourbon Spritz

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raspberrl toaster strudel copycat on a purple plate with a raspberry garnish

Raspberry Toaster Strudel Copycat

breakfast· Easter· pastries· snacks· Summertime Favorites· Valentine's Day
March 20, 2023

Raspberry Toaster Strudel Copycat – Store bought puff pastry is filling with raspberry jam, baked, and then finished with a vanilla icing to make for an incredible semi-homemade version of this childhood classic. As we continue through March and make our way into brunch season, I have another breakfast recipe for you. This one is the easiest one yet! It’s…
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close up of lemon blueberry shortcake on a purple plate

Lemon Blueberry Shortcakes

biscuits· breakfast· dessert· Easter· pastries
March 12, 2023

Lemon Blueberry Shortcakes – Buttery shortcakes are cut in half and topped with freshly whipped cream and sweetened blueberries in fresh lemon juice. Shortcakes have been a love of mine since I was little. For those who don’t know, a shortcake is a buttery, crumbly version of a cake. I find it similar to a biscuit but just a little…
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Sausage Breakfast Wraps

breakfast· sandwiches & wraps
March 9, 2023

Sausage Breakfast Wraps – A small flatbread with scrambled eggs, breakfast sausage, and shredded Colby Jack cheese. Continuing on our brunch recipe kick, I have a yummy hand-held breakfast wrap. It’s a simple wrap, elevated with the use of pillowy soft mini flatbread rounds (I used a caramelized onion version for extra flavor). Everyone in my family loved these wraps…
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Banana Fritters

dessert· doughnuts and sweet rolls· Easter· Holiday Favorites· pastries
March 6, 2023

Banana Fritters – Chopped banana is added to a cakey batter and then fried into little balls. They are finished off with a cinnamon glaze that sends them over the top! Around this time of year, I like to prep you all for brunch gatherings. Because we all suddenly love throwing a brunch bash in the spring, am I right?!…
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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 of fudge. Mint cookies have long been a love of mine, whether it’s a thin mint or mint cookie ice cream. I love the duo of chocolate and mint together, but it is EVEN better when the chocolate is in…
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cornbread cookies stacked on top of each other with a drizzle of honey overtop

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. The drizzle of honey on top really takes them to another level! Can you go wrong with a sweet and salty treat? The answer is no, you cannot. These Cornbread Cookies are my new sweet and salty obsession. They start…
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raspberry chocolate molten cake on a plate with bites removed to reveal the center

Raspberry Chocolate Molten Cakes

cake· dessert· Holiday Favorites· Valentine's Day
February 15, 2023

Raspberry Chocolate Molten Cakes – Small raspberry chocolate molten cakes are made in muffins tins to make them the perfect serving size. Raspberry and chocolate is a match made in heaven. I just love how the juicy, tart raspberries balance out even the darkest chocolate. This combo is hard to beat, especially around this time of year. Not only do…
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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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slices of iced pumpkin scones drizzled with frosting on a wire rack on top of parchment paper, shot from overhead

Iced Pumpkin Scones

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Chocolate Cinnamon Babka

Cinnamon Latte Whoopie Pies

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Apple Pie Egg Rolls

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Apple Cider Caramels

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Sparkling Apple Cider Sangria

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Goat Cheese & Honey Phyllo Triangles – Thin phyllo Goat Cheese & Honey Phyllo Triangles – Thin phyllo pastry is filled with goat cheese and honey, baked, and served with a honey syrup for dipping.

https://www.certifiedpastryaficionado.com/goat-cheese-honey-phyllo-triangles/
Chocolate Berry Cups – Homemade dark chocolate cup Chocolate Berry Cups – Homemade dark chocolate cups are filled with fresh berries and topped with a drizzle of dark chocolate. A healthier way to get your chocolate fix any time of the year!

https://www.certifiedpastryaficionado.com/chocolate-berry-cups/
Strawberry Layer Cake – Homemade strawberry cake, Strawberry Layer Cake – Homemade strawberry cake, entirely from scratch, layered with strawberry cream cheese into a perfect 3-layer cake.

https://www.certifiedpastryaficionado.com/strawberry-layer-cake/
Lemon Avocado Pasta Salad – Orzo pasta is tossed w Lemon Avocado Pasta Salad – Orzo pasta is tossed with fresh cherry tomatoes, creamy avocado, basil, olive oil, and fresh lemon juice to make a light, yet satisfying side dish for any meal.

https://www.certifiedpastryaficionado.com/lemon-avocado-pasta-salad/
Parmesan & Thyme Potatoes Au Gratin – Thinly slice Parmesan & Thyme Potatoes Au Gratin – Thinly sliced russet potatoes layered in a casserole dish with heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and fresh thyme. This dish is so simple to make but is super impressive for any occasion!

https://www.certifiedpastryaficionado.com/parmesan-thyme-potatoes-au-gratin/

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