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BEST Marzipan and Almond Paste Recipe

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If you're looking for an authentic marzipan recipe that's easy to make, is much cheaper than store-bought, and tastes absolutely phenomenal, you've come to the right place! Growing up in Germany, home to the world's most famous marzipan, I was practically raised on … Continue reading →

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German Apple Cake (Apfelkuchen)

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There is nothing more classic German than homemade Apfelkuchen.   This old-fashioned German apple cake recipe combines simple but quality ingredients to produce a deliciously moist apple cake that will take you down memory lane! This German apple cake recipe takes me … Continue reading →

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Chocolate Deception Cake

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A healthy chocolate zucchini bread recipe that is anything BUT healthy looking or tasting!  This chocolate cake with its luscious chocolate honey glaze is so rich, moist, tender, and finger-licking delicious and decadent that no one will ever guess it's 100% whole grain, … Continue reading →

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German Rum Balls (Rumkugeln)

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A favorite treat in Germany during the holiday season, this Rumkugeln recipe (German rum balls) will show you how to make them from scratch!  Super easy and so much better than store-bought, they come together in a jiffy and make terrific gifts to hand out to your friends … Continue reading →

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Homemade Mozartkugeln

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The world famous chocolate confection that originated in Salzburg, Austria in 1890 in honor of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart!  Filled with marzipan, pistachio and nougat, they are irresistibly delicious.  This homemade Mozartkugel recipe will give you everything you need to create … Continue reading →

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Pistachio Marzipan

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Get ready to fall utterly in love with this incredible Pistachio Marzipan!  A beautiful green and positively bursting with flavor, this pistachio marzipan recipe takes all of 5 minutes to make!  That's FIVE minutes away from pure heaven! There are essentially two ways … Continue reading →

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Kourabiedes (Greek Almond Cookies)

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This traditional Greek almond cookie is dusted with confectioner's sugar, has the delicious flavor of toasted almonds, and a delightfully crumbly, melt-in-you-mouth texture!  Kourabiedes are sure to become part of your regular cookie rotation year-round and especially at … Continue reading →

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Magenbrot (German Gingerbread Bites)

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A German Christmas is incomplete without Magenbrot, the ever popular gingerbread treats found at every German Christmas market.  Flavored with a variety of warming spices, honey, hazelnuts, orange, and chocolate, these gingerbread cookies are absolutely delicious! What … Continue reading →

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Almond Poppy Seed Muffins

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You won't be able to resist the smell, the flavor, or the perfectly moist texture of these Almond Poppy Seed Muffins! I recommend making a double batch while you're at it because these muffins will go FAST!  Yes, for the ultimate Almond Poppy Seed Muffins recipe, you've … Continue reading →

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Coconut Sunflower Seed Cookies

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Sweet coconut, chewy oats, and salty toasted sunflower seeds pair in these delightful and delicious Coconut Sunflower Seed Cookies! Sunflowers are such happy flowers and it's hard not to feel cheered up just by looking at them.  I've always wanted to visit a huge … Continue reading →

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Gluten Free Treacle Tart

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A gluten free version of one of Great Britain's most famous desserts, this gluten free Treacle Tart recipe features a perfectly flaky, buttery crust filled with a deliciously gooey, lemon-infused filling! A frequently requested dessert in our home, Treacle Tart is a … Continue reading →

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Mexican Turtle Cookies

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Only three words are needed to describe the pure bliss that accompanies each bite of these cookies:  Chocolate.  Caramel.  Pecans.  In addition, these cookies are infused with some Mexican flavors that really takes them over the edge!  Yes, these Mexican Turtle Cookies are … Continue reading →

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Chocolate Pot de Crème (EASY)

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EASY Chocolate Pot de Creme   The ULTIMATE chocolate fix! This easy pot de creme recipe takes just 5 minutes of prep time and the result is irresistibly delicious! If anyone were to ask me, "What is the ultimate chocolate dessert?", my answer without hesitation would … Continue reading →

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Healthy Peanut Butter Cookies (3 Ingredients)

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Healthy Peanut Butter Cookies Recipe  Made with just 3 ingredients, these cookies are wonderfully chewy, deliciously flavorful, AND you can enjoy them without all the guilt!  Paleo and gluten free. Wouldn't it be nice if all delicious recipes were this easy? Yep, … Continue reading →

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Pastéis de Nata (Portuguese Custard Tarts)

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Pastéis de Nata Recipe  Crispy-crunchy pastry crust with a smooth and creamy custard filling is what awaits your bite into these traditional, world famous sweet custard tarts from Lisbon, Portugal! On our most recent trip to Lisbon, Portugal we made it a point to … Continue reading →

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Marzipan Truffles

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These Marzipan Truffles are super easy to make and are the perfect gifts for your family and friends!  And you can get even more creative with your dipping and decorating skills! Chocolate covered marzipan is practically a staple confection in Germany, especially … Continue reading →

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Pandoro (Verona Christmas Bread)

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The famous star-shaped sweet Christmas bread from Verona, Italy!  This pandoro recipe takes some time to make but the effort is well worth it to enjoy this delicate vanilla-infused cake-like bread with its beautiful appearance, delicious flavor, and wonderful … Continue reading →

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Pumpkin Mousse

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This creamy Pumpkin Mousse is deliciously silky and flavorful, comes together in 10 minutes, and is a perfect make-ahead dessert!  Made from scratch.  We add cream cheese for a pumpkin cheesecake mousse twist! Whether you're cooking for a crowd and need a quick … Continue reading →

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BEST Mincemeat Pie

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If you've never experienced homemade mincemeat pie (aka mince pie) you don't know what you're missing!  Leave the store-bought mince pies on the shelf and get ready to fall in love - nothing compares to homemade! Mincemeat pie, also called mince pie, has occupied a … Continue reading →

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Sweet Potato Pie

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Set the pumpkin aside and go for sweet potato - it has a richer flavor AND is more nutritious!  This Old Fashioned Sweet Potato Pie recipe combines sour cream for an irresistibly velvety texture! Sweet Potato Pie vs. Pumpkin Pie Sweet potato or pumpkin?  That's an … Continue reading →

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Eggnog Custard Sauce

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Luxuriously smooth, creamy, and irresistibly delicious, this Eggnog Custard recipe will become your go-to dessert sauce for the holidays! Custard is a popular dessert sauce throughout the UK in particular as well as in other parts of the world.  Most commonly it's vanilla … Continue reading →

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Traditional British Flapjacks

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Traditional British Flapjacks the way you know and love them!  Made with oats, butter, sugar and golden syrup, these oat bars are baked until lightly browned with a deliciously deep caramelized flavor! I grew up enjoying flapjacks in England and have sampled many a … Continue reading →

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Pumpkin Eggnog Cake

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This Pumpkin Eggnog Cake is a guaranteed crowd pleaser!  The texture is fabulous and the flavor is exquisite!  It's delicious on it's own but coupled with the eggnog custard it's absolutely incredible and adds a touch of elegance! When I developed this Pumpkin Eggnog … Continue reading →

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Pumpkin Pie Ice Cream

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Celebrate the holidays with this Creamy Pumpkin Pie Ice Cream recipe!  Luxuriously rich and flavorful, this will have you coming back for seconds...or thirds! Pumpkin Ice Cream Recipe Ice cream has always been a personal weakness.  And then I married a man with the … Continue reading →

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Creamy Pumpkin Dip

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This deliciously sweet and creamy Pumpkin Dip will keep you happily dipping at your next autumn or holiday-themed gathering!  Made from scratch with just a handful of ingredients, it's made without any mixes and without Cool Whip! I've been a huge fan of dips ever … Continue reading →

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BEST EVER Peach Crisp

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Life is made sweeter with this BEST peach crisp recipe!  You can make it in the slow cooker or in the oven - your choice - and you'll get perfect results either way! Crisps are one of my all-time favorite desserts.  Growing up my mom would make her famous apple crisp … Continue reading →

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Cherry Clafoutis

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Cherry Clafoutis Recipe  The famous cherry dessert from south central France!  Plump, juicy, sweet cherries are enveloped in a rich batter and baked until golden brown with a texture that's a cross between a cake and custard.  It's heaven! What is Cherry … Continue reading →

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Traditional Treacle Tart

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A buttery, flaky pastry crust is filled with a sweet and gooey lemon-infused filling, this traditional Treacle Tart recipe features one of Great Britain's most famous desserts at its best! A traditional British dessert, don't be fooled by its simple list of … Continue reading →

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Perfect Rhubarb Crisp

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This delightful sweet and tangy Rhubarb Crisp recipe features a wonderfully crunchy, crumbly topping of oats, brown sugar, butter, almonds, and cinnamon.  It's truly an unforgettable dessert experience that is sure to become a favorite! Homemade Rhubarb Crisp I've … Continue reading →

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Pineapple Cake with Marzipan

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Pineapple pairs with marzipan in this chocolate glazed cake for a truly delicious flavor combination!  And don't worry about where to find marzipan because we've got you covered with a recipe for super easy and phenomenal homemade marzipan!  This Pineapple Cake recipe is … Continue reading →

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Old Fashioned Carrot Cake

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Tender, moist and rich with that wonderfully nostalgic flavor of yesteryear!  We use a secret method that makes this cake EXTRA moist!  This Old Fashioned Carrot Cake recipe is simple to make and is simply perfect! This Old Fashioned Carrot Cake recipe is made … Continue reading →

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Catalan Cream (Crema Catalana)

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One of Europe's oldest desserts, Spain's famous burnt custard dessert known as Catalan Cream (Crema Catalana) is flavored with orange, lemon and a hint of cinnamon and has an irresistibly creamy texture and caramelized sugar topping!  We're confident you're going to … Continue reading →

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ANZAC Biscuits (with Almonds)

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The iconic thin, chewy-crispy, coconut-and-oatmeal based ANZAC Biscuits made famous during World War I!  The original Anzac biscuit recipe has been revamped to include almonds and brown sugar for an added boost in flavor and texture! They're simply irresistible! Get … Continue reading →

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Banana Oatmeal Blender Muffins

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Super delicious and nutritious, these Blender Muffins are the easiest muffins you'll ever make! They’re perfect for a quick snack or on-the-go breakfast!   Made without flour, refined sugar or fat! made these blender muffins earlier this week and out of a dozen … Continue reading →

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Authentic Aachener Printen

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This authentic Aachener Printen recipe yields those world famous German Lebkuchen (gingerbread) cookies that are richly spiced with deep caramel-like flavor notes! The city of Aachen, Germany is famous for at least a couple of reasons.  It was the seat of … Continue reading →

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Authentic Scottish Dundee Cake

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A thoroughly authentic Scottish Dundee Cake recipe!  Immediately recognizable by its trademark design of concentrically positioned almonds, this famous orange, raisin and almond cake is one of Scotland's culinary treasures.  Wonderfully flavorful and aromatic, it's said to … Continue reading →

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Traditional Speculoos Cookies

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Whether you know them as speculoos, speculaas, spekulatius or Biscoff, few things are as irresistible as these positively delicious, buttery gingerbread shortcrust cookies!  Wonderfully crispy, crunchy and deeply caramelized, they're sure to become part of your annual … Continue reading →

Authentic German Springerle

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Springerle are German anise-flavored cookies that go back at least 700 years in their rich tradition as special gifts during the holidays and other celebrations.  Delicately crispy-crunchy and a slightly chewy center, they're made with simple ingredients and are easy to make … Continue reading →

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Traditional Panettone Recipe

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Soft, light, chewy, fruity and wonderfully fragrant, Panettone is Italy's world famous sweet bread that is traditionally enjoyed for Christmas and New Year.  But you don't have to limit yourself, you can enjoy this traditional Panettone all year long! Panettone is … Continue reading →

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Bara Brith (Welsh Tea Bread)

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Studded with plump raisins and currants soaked in tea and mingled with candied citrus peel and aromatic spices, Bara Brith is Wales' famous tea bread! What Is Bara Brith? It's been very rewarding connecting with the Welsh side of my ancestry as our family has traveled … Continue reading →

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