Tag: baking
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Halloween Party Bites
These are the perfect snacks for a low-key Halloween evening spent answering the door and rating costumes (we all do this, don’t we?) or for a festive Halloween party! They’re easy to make and fun to put together with children, making them a great way to get everyone into the spooky spirit. Easy Pumpkin Pizza…
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Caramel-Coconut Espresso Martinis
A craft cocktail is more than just a drink—it’s an experience. When a bar or restaurant takes the time to make its own syrups, sauces, and mixers, the result is flavor that can transport you somewhere new with every sip. The good news? Creating that same experience at home is much easier than you might…
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Homemade Caramel Coconut Ice Cream
I am famous for always ending my day with a sweet treat. During the summer time I crave ice cream most often. I love using my ice cream machine to make my own with fresh flavors weekly. This week I made a Caramel Coconut Ice Cream and it was so good I just had to…
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Mini Heart Shaped Pavlovas
These Mini Heart Shaped Pavlovas are an impressive dessert to share with someone special or to serve when hosting. While these treats take time to come together they are not difficult and are sure to be a hit! I like to make mine with my homemade honey blueberry jam and have included the directions for…
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Buckwheat Gingerbread Cookies
One of my favorite ways to update classic recipes is to switch out basic ingredients with something a little bit different. Buckwheat flour typically has a denser, earthier taste which I felt would lend itself perfectly to gingerbread- spoiler it does! These Buckwheat Gingerbread Cookies also involve the use of grated fresh ginger- which really…
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Gingerbread Waffles with Sweet Cranberry Sauce
*Photo credit: Joshua Jacobs/Marion Mosaic This recipe was created for the December 2025 Marion Mosaic issue. Christmas morning has always felt magical to me. Growing up, I remember leaping out of bed to wake my siblings, racing to our stockings, and spending hours around the tree. I also remember gathering around the table for a wonderful breakfast…
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Brown Sugar Cinnamon Apple Galette
*Photo credit: Joshua Jacobs/Marion Mosaic This fall recipe was created for the “Anatomy of a Dinner Party” article in the November 2025 Marion Mosaic issue. Galettes have quickly become one of my go-to desserts when hosting. They require minimal effort, don’t need to look perfect, and somehow always manage to impress guests. They’re also a…
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Blueberry Lime Cupcakes
These blueberry lime cupcakes are a delicious and unique dessert option! The perfect way to say goodbye to summer and to use up an open jar of jam you have in your fridge. This recipe uses my homemade jam but you can also use store bought jam. Ingredients 1/2 cup milk 1 cup of cane…
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Coconut Mocha Cupcakes
I LOVE the combination of coconut and coffee- add some chocolate in the mix and now you really have something good. These cupcakes are unbelievable moist (yes I said it) and decadent. Enjoy! Ingredients 1 cup all purpose flour 1 cup cocoa powder 1 cup brown sugar 2 eggs 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 1/2 cups…
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Mexican Hot Chocolate Cupcakes
I love the taste of Mexican Hot Chocolate- rich, bitter chocolate combined with heat from a hint of spice. I was inspired to make cupcakes inspired by this warm treat and served them at my yearly Galentine’s Party. This year’s theme was Western Chic. Watch this video for more information on that party: You have…
