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Authentic Zimtsterne (German Cinnamon Stars)

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Among the most popular and beloved traditional German Christmas cookies, the holidays simply aren't the same without these Zimtsterne! It's that time of year to roll up your sleeves and get ready to fill your kitchen and home with the aroma of Christmas baking!  And … Continue reading →

Authentic Zwetschgenkuchen (German Plum Cake)

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This authentic German Plum Cake recipe, known as Zwetschgenkuchen, is made just the way you know and love it from Germany!  A yeast-based cake with juicy plums and sweet streusel on top, this extraordinarily delicious cake is a true feast for the senses! While plums … Continue reading →

Gluten Free Crepes

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I think I could eat crepes all day if I let myself.  (It's a good thing I don't.)  But it sure would be easy to.  Have you ever had crepes filled with Nutella and and spread with some whipped cream?  Or simply filled with strawberry jam and sprinkled with powdered sugar? … Continue reading →

Fig, Anise & Hazelnut Tea Cake with Orange Glaze

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This cake combines some influences of England, Germany and Italy.  Dense cakes like this make the perfect accompaniment for afternoon tea, a long-held English tradition.  The hazelnuts and anise are popular baking ingredients in Germany and Italy and their aroma brings back … Continue reading →

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Marzipankartoffeln (Marzipan Potatoes)

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Marzipan potatoes, known as Marzipankartoffeln, are a favorite treat in Germany, especially during the Christmas season.  Make your own with this Marzipankartoffeln recipe - they're super easy, super delicious, and make the cutest gifts! Move over cookie dough and … Continue reading →

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BEST Authentic Pfeffernüsse

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One of Germany's most popular and beloved Christmas treats, these spiced and iced cookies are simply delightful!  A thoroughly authentic and incredibly delicious Pfeffernusse recipe that will bring back fond memories or help create new Christmas traditions! What Are … Continue reading →

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Authentic German Lebkuchen

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Dating back to the 14th century in Nuremberg, Germany, Elisenlebkuchen have stood the test of time as one of Germany's most popular and beloved of all Christmas treats!  You'll fall in love with this authentic German Lebkuchen recipe! What is Lebkuchen? Having grown up … Continue reading →

Double Apple Crisp Streusel Muffins

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Thank you to General Mills for sponsoring this post! I love the texture sensation of chomping into a muffin with crunchy sweet crumblies on the top and a soft and chewy interior. And simply nothing beats a rack of freshly baked muffins hot out of the oven!  These … Continue reading →

Lemon Lime Zucchini Cake with Lemon Lime Cream Cheese Frosting

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Our garden yielded a ton of squash this Summer.  A ton.  And we've just harvested what is hopefully the last bunch.  Fingers crossed. That said, this overabundance of squash enabled/forced me to get creative in finding news ways of using it.  So as I dragged in the … Continue reading →

Creamy Rice Pudding with Yogurt (Dairy-free, Gluten-free, Vegan)

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Thank you to Silk for sponsoring this post! Aren't those rice puddings pretty?  This recipe for Creamy Rice Pudding is super easy and adds an element of fun and variety by stirring in your yogurt of choice.  The yogurt not only makes the rice pudding even creamier, it … Continue reading →

Whole Grain Almond Fruit Bars

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Thank you to the J.M. Smucker Company for sponsoring this post! Last week I posted the recipe for my Lemon Millet Fig Cake with Walnuts and Candied Ginger and mentioned that I was planning on making some fruit bars next.  I like homemade fruit bars and wanted to … Continue reading →

Mega Healthy Triple Chocolate Cupcakes

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Thank you to Silk for sponsoring this post! Health-conscious parents, the ultimate sweet deception has arrived. You already know from previous posts that I regularly deceive my children.  Yes, yes, I know.  But it's all out of love.  I love my family more than … Continue reading →

Classic Angel Food Cake

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The food of angels.  I've always thought this cake had a fitting name.  White as wool, light an airy as a cloud, and a deliciously delicate flavor -  it's easy to see why this 19th century American creation has remained a favorite through the generations. … Continue reading →

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Linzer Kekse (Linzer Cookies)

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You can never have too many kinds of Christmas cookies, especially when they're as good as these ones.  All the way from Austria, welcome the Linzer Kekse! The origin of today's recipe is Linz, Austria.  Located in north-central part of the country, it's Austria's 3rd … Continue reading →

German Nussmakronen (Hazelnut Macaroons)

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Another traditional German cookie enjoyed particularly during the Christmas season.  These Hazelnut Macaroons have a fabulous texture with a very delicately crisp exterior and a delightfully chewy interior.  Using just three ingredients, they're super easy and quick to make. … Continue reading →

Authentic Bethmännchen (German Marzipan Cookies)

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An authentic German Bethmaennchen recipe!  Firm on the outside, chewy on the inside, and packed with marzipan, these traditional German Christmas cookies are absolutely delicious! One of the most famous and beloved of all German Christmas cookies, Bethmännchen have … Continue reading →

Heidesand (Traditional German Browned Butter Shortbread Cookies)

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A traditional German Christmas treat, Heidesand are delicious shortbread cookies that are made with browned butter.  A personal favorite, we made these every Christmas growing up along with several other German holiday classics, many of  which I'll be posting, so stay … Continue reading →

Frozen Caramel Apple Crunch Cake

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Apples.  Caramel.  Ice cream.  Cake.  EASY. … Continue reading →

Chewy Double Chocolate Chunk Cookies (GF)

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Chewy.  A double dose of chocolate.  Gluten-free.  You're welcome. No, I haven't converted to a gluten-free diet and no, I won't be bombarding you with gluten-free recipes.  Remember my Perfect Gluten Free Chocolate Chip Cookies from a few months ago? Yep, those … Continue reading →

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Mini Pumpkin Lattice Pies (baked inside the pumpkins!)

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Yes, you read it right.  These are mini pumpkin lattice pies INSIDE of mini pumpkins!  Easy to make and it doesn't get any more adorable than this! … Continue reading →

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Chocolate Butterscotch Pumpkin Streusel Cake

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This cake represents a match made in heaven:  Chocolate and butterscotch folded into a sweet and tender pumpkin cake, topped with a buttery walnut and cinnamon streusel, and drizzled with sugar icing.  Yummmmm! … Continue reading →

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Homemade Snickers Candy Bars

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My favorite candy bar.  18 of them.  That's e.i.g.h.t.e.e.n. Snickers bars in one glorious, chocolatey-peanuty-caramelly batch. *Sigh* … Continue reading →

Perfect Gluten Free Chocolate Chip Cookies

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I've been making some gluten-free baked goods lately.  No, I haven't turned gluten-free.  And no particular reason other than just wanting to master the art and to do some experimenting.  Today I'm sharing one of the results with you:  Perfect Gluten-free Chocolate Chip … Continue reading →

Mini Victoria Sponge Cakes (A Taste of Britain)

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Thank you to Tate+Lyle® for sponsoring this post. Today I’m sharing a taste of Britain with you, a quintessential dessert that has been enjoyed at tea time for ages.  Exquisitely rich buttercream and jam are sandwiched between two delicately soft and buttery sponge … Continue reading →

Cherry Marzipan Streusel Cake

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With a super tender, moist crumb, filled with sweet and plump fresh cherries, and generously laced and dotted with heavenly marzipan, this cake will win you over after the first bite. And DO NOT skip over this recipe because you're thinking, "Dang it, I don't have marzipan … Continue reading →

Pineapple Mango Coconut Crumble with Candied Ginger

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MAKE IT.  It'll blow your mind. Or your palate rather. What I'm trying to say is, you'll thank me. … Continue reading →

Lemon Lime Meringue Pie

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Two separate layers dedicated to your favorite citrus fruits! … Continue reading →

Double Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Bread

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A double dose of chocolate, peanut butter and banana...what's there not to like? … Continue reading →

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Preserved Lemon Ginger Pound Cake

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Thank you to All You Magazine and Pollinate Media Group for sponsoring this post. A delicious lemony cake punctuated with those preserved lemons we've been raving so much about lately.  This cake adds bits of chewy candied ginger and gets a double dose of lemon in the … Continue reading →

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Toasted Almond Honey Cake

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A tender, moist and thoroughly scrumptious cake with a distinct honey flavor and toasted almonds. … Continue reading →

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Todd’s Famous Whole Wheat Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies

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Fabulous flavor and texture, these cookies are a winning creation by my husband, Todd! … Continue reading →

Classic Gingerbread Cookies

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Classic Gingerbread Cookies.  There's a reason why these have been a Christmas tradition for eons.  They're so much fun to make! … Continue reading →

Caramel Apple Pie Cookies

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Looking for something easy, yummy and cute?  How about some Caramel Apple Pie Cookies? … Continue reading →

White Chocolate Cranberry Pistachio Cookies

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White chocolate, cranberry, pistachio cookies...the three traditional Christmas colors wrapped into one incredibly delicious bite! White chocolate, cranberry and pistachio cookies.....the three traditional Christmas colors wrapped into one incredibly delicious bite!  … Continue reading →

Steamed Chocolate Pudding

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 Sponsored post on behalf of Mom Central Consulting for American Heritage Chocolate.  Chocolate lovers, you've come to the right place!  Here is something extra special.  18th century chocolate meets 17th century pudding. This decadent chocolate steamed pudding … Continue reading →

Chocolate Peppermint Meringues

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An elegant and delicious treat to enjoy during the Christmas season.  Alternatively, use natural green food coloring and dip the chocolate in crushed green candy canes.  These beautiful and yummy meringues are guaranteed to impress your family and friends! … Continue reading →

Jalapeno Apple Pie

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Not your grandmothers apple pie. Laced with traditional cinnamon and sugar and punctuated by spicy hot jalapeno, this is all-American apple pie with a KICK! … Continue reading →

Cranberry (or Cherry) Almond Streusel Cake

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Cranberries, another highly nutritious "superfruit", are nestled in this moist butter and sour cream-based streusel cake along with ground almonds and a hint of orange.  This cake was no sooner placed on the cake platter than it was stampeded by the clatter of eager forks … Continue reading →

Ultimate Pumpkin Bread (+ a Tour Through Goblin Valley!)

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Halloween is approaching and while I didn't bake or cook anything "scary", I thought I'd share something with you that's nonetheless fitting for the season:  Ultimate Pumpkin Bread!  Whether you like or dislike pumpkin bread or may think you already have the best recipe for … Continue reading →

Apple Butter Cinnamon Rolls

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Yeah, and it only gets better with cream cheese frosting!  Cinnamon roll meets rich, caramelized apple butter, studded with fresh apples, and baked to perfection.  Spread with cream cheese or caramel topping and enjoy! I don't think I've ever met anyone who doesn't like … Continue reading →

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