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Strawberry White Chocolate Eclairs

Twice Baked Sweet Potatoes

Soft Frosted Sugar Cookies on a baking sheet with sprinkles on top

Soft, Frosted Sugar Cookies

Peanut Butter Hot Chocolate styled with a spoon being dipped into it

Peanut Butter Hot Chocolate

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Bananas Foster French Toast Casserole

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Victoria Sandwich Cake

cake· dessert· Holiday Favorites· Valentine's Day
May 3, 2021

Victoria Sandwich Cake – 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. Once again, The Great British Bake Show has inspired me to make something I’ve never even heard of. Apparently, the Victoria sandwich is a cake that is a…
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Churros with Mexican Chocolate Sauce

dessert· snacks· Valentine's Day
April 29, 2021

Churros with Mexican Chocolate Sauce – Chewy homemade churros are dusted in sugar and dipped in a thick chocolate sauce lightly spiced with cinnamon and chili powder. It’s hard to believe May is just a couple days away. Where has all this time gone?! I guess when you’re stuck indoors for the last year, you almost loose a sense of…
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Pistachio Crème Brulee

dessert· Easter· Holiday Favorites
April 27, 2021

Pistachio Crème Brulee – Creamy, nutty, and flavorful pistachio custard is finished off with a toasted layer of caramelized sugar before serving. I am constantly looking for new and inspiring ways to honor my love affair with pistachios. In years past, I’ve included pistachios in classic recipes such as macarons and biscotti but also in more fun ways such as…
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Lemon Pecorino Pasta

pizza & pasta
April 22, 2021

Lemon Pecorino Pasta – Long pasta is combined with lemon zest, lemon juice and Percorino Romano cheese to make a simple, healthy (ish) dinner for any day of the week Lemon pasta is something I grew to love over the years. There’s just something refreshing about a pasta dish with fresh lemon, garlic, and olive oil that helps lighten up…
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The Best Chocolate Chip Cookies

Cookies· dessert
April 19, 2021

The Best Chocolate Chip Cookies – Your search for the best chocolate chip cookie is over. This cookie is the perfect balance of butter, chocolate, sugar, and flour that does not need to chill before baking. You can stop your search for the greatest chocolate chip cookie recipe because I’ve got here for you today. It took me decades of…
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Wild Rice Salad

appetizer· Easter· salad· sides· Summertime Favorites· Tailgating Recipes
April 15, 2021

Wild Rice Salad – Hearty wild rice is tossed in a tangy vinaigrette with dried cranberries, sliced almonds, corn, and red onion to make for a delicious salad that will completely shock you Some of my favorite recipes to share are my recreations of meals I’ve loved from restaurants. My latest obsession was a side dish that I ordered on…
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French Almond Cakes (Financiers)

cake· Easter· Holiday Favorites· pastries
April 12, 2021

French Almond Cakes (Financiers) – These almond flavor mini cakes aren’t quite cupcakes nor are they muffins. They’re the perfect balance of sweet and nutty. Perfect for any breakfast or afternoon snack! Today’s recipe is another inspiration from The Great British Baking Show. You may remember me talking about my new obsession with the show a few months ago. Not…
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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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Apple Cinnamon Charlotte

pumpkin cinnamon pull apart loaf with a center slice visable

Pumpkin Cinnamon Pull Apart Loaf

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Cup of Dirt Pudding

closeup of mini pumpkin doughnut muffins with one with a bite out of it

Mini Pumpkin Doughnut Muffins

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Shortcut Apple Strudel

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Cheddar Crusted Apple Pie

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There was one quiet Saturday morning when I decide There was one quiet Saturday morning when I decided to stray from my usual sweet rolls and try something a little different. I roasted sweet potatoes, mashed them into dough, and folded in warm spices until the kitchen smelled like autumn-wrapped comfort.

Out came these Sweet Potato Sticky Buns: soft, pillowy buns full of sweet potato richness, coated in gooey brown-sugar maple syrup, and topped with pecans for that crunch that makes you close your eyes in the best way.

They’re not your average cinnamon roll, they’re a twist, a treat, and a comfort all in one. 
https://www.certifiedpastryaficionado.com/sweet-potato-sticky-buns/
There was a rainy afternoon when I wandered into t There was a rainy afternoon when I wandered into the kitchen with nothing but a craving, and I ended up mixing melted chocolate, warm cinnamon, and muffin batter until something magical happened. 

That’s how these Cinnamon Chocolate Muffins came to life: rich chocolate, a whisper of cinnamon spice, and a crunchy cinnamon-sugar topping that makes every bite feel like comfort.

They remind me of cozy mornings, a cup of coffee, and the kind of treat you tell yourself you deserve.

https://www.certifiedpastryaficionado.com/cinnamon-chocolate-muffins/
There’s something about the first cool morning o There’s something about the first cool morning of fall that just feels different. 🍂

You step outside, the air is crisp, the leaves have that faint earthy smell… and suddenly all you want is pumpkin spice, warm muffins, and cozy socks.

Mini Pumpkin Doughnut Muffins - They’re soft, cakey, perfectly spiced, and coated in buttery cinnamon sugar. It’s like a pumpkin doughnut met a muffin and decided to make your morning ten times better. 

The best part? They’re baked, not fried, which means you can totally justify having more than one. 

If you love fall baking, these muffins are a must-try. Whether you’re bringing them to a brunch, sharing them with family, or just sneaking one with your morning coffee, they’ll make your kitchen smell like pure happiness. 

Would you like me to send you the full recipe link directly here so you can save it for your next cozy baking day? 🍁 Just comment PUMPKIN below and I’ll send it straight to your DMs!

#minipumpkindoughnutmuffins #pumpkindessert #fallbaking #pumpkinmuffins #cinnamonsugar
There’s something about digging into a bowl of s There’s something about digging into a bowl of soup that reminds you of cozy evenings. The soft glow of the kitchen light, the aroma of buttery potatoes, cheese melting, and bacon crisping.

This loaded potato soup is all of that and more: tender chunks of potato, a rich creamy base, sharp cheddar, smoky bacon, green onions popping with flavor. It’s hearty comfort food at its finest.

It started on a night when I needed something substantial, something that felt like a hug in a bowl, and this soup answered the call.

Would you rather serve yours with an extra drizzle of melted cheese on top or let it sit so the flavors mingle?

comments “POTATO SOUP” and I'll send you a recipe.

#loadedpotatosoup #potatosouprecipes #comfortfood #soupseason #onepotmeals
There’s something about the moment you press pea There’s something about the moment you press peanut butter into soft chocolate dough. It’s like two flavors finally realizing they belong together.

I first experimented with chocolate + peanut butter cookies late one winter evening, trying to recreate that bakery magic I remembered from childhood. 

When the first batch came out warm, chewy, with that melt-in-your-mouth peanut butter swirl… I knew I had a new favorite.

These Chocolate Peanut Butter Cookies are rich, indulgent, and downright comforting, perfect with a glass of milk or a cu#bakedtreats 

Comment COOKIES and I'll send you a link to the recipe. 

#chocolatepeanutbuttercookies #peanutbutterchocolate #homemadecookies #cookieoftheday #bakedtreats

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