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Skip to Recipe The season of love is here, and the whole world is gearing up to celebrate Valentine´s Day. Many people believe that a single day is not enough to celebrate the spirit of love. True! But here's the thing: if we don't celebrate special occasions, what would separate one day from the other? I believe that there is no better way to say ' I love you' than with a homemade chocolate treat. These beautiful Chocolate Raspberry Truffles are filled with a creamy white chocolate ganache coated in decadent dark chocolate and topped with freeze-dried raspberries. Each bite is pure bliss! Though they look like they were bought from a fancy chocolatier, they are surprisingly easy to make at home. With only 5 main ingredients, you have a fancy dessert that is perfect for Valentine's Day or as an edible gift any time of year! CAN YOU USE FRESH RASPBERRIES INSTEAD OF FREEZE-DRIED RASPBERRIES? ...

Skip to Recipe You all know those perfectly ripe bananas sitting on your kitchen counter that you have every intention of eating every morning. However, they do not get eaten fast enough, and in the blink of an eye, they turn brown, soggy and so unappealing. Making Banana Bread is a great way to use up those overripe bananas you’ve had on your counter for way longer than you should have. This Marbled Chocolate Banana Bread is a fun twist on the classic Banana Bread. It combines the moist and flavorful goodness of banana bread with the rich and indulgent taste of chocolate in every bite. And, is just as gorgeous as it is mouth-wateringly delicious! A beautifully marbled loaf to enjoy for breakfast, dessert or an afternoon treat! WHAT IF THE BANANAS ARE NOT RIPE ENOUGH? If you are gripped by an intense Banana Bread craving, but do not have any brown, squishy bananas in hand, you can bake yellow bananas in t...

Skip to Recipe Christmas is over this year, but the holidays aren't yet. For me, the days between Christmas and New Year are all about slowing down, relaxing, restoring my mind and body, and doing anything that brings me joy and happiness. Since, I am mostly indoors, I like to spend some time baking some cookies that I can enjoy with my afternoon cup of coffee. Filled with the warm flavors of brown butter, generously loaded with buttery, crunchy pecans and dark chocolate chunks, these Brown Butter Pecan Chocolate Cookies are an indulgent treat for all cookie lovers. These cookies have chewy and crisp edges and gooey and soft centers, each bite just melts in your mouth. Top them with a sprinkle of flaky sea salt, which will elevate their flavor and take them to new heights. WHAT IS BROWN BUTTER? The star ingredient in this recipe is brown butter. Brown butter is made by heating butter until the milk solids caramel...

Skip to Recipe It is the most wonderful time of the year and the countdown for Christmas has started. I am looking forward to the festive season- days off from work, snuggling in the couch, and watching holiday movies. But nothing can touch the distinct holiday feeling like digging into a cake while watching the decorated Christmas tree. Filled with soft, juicy dates and crunchy walnuts, this Date and Walnut Cake is made with just a few pantry staples and the perfect accompaniment to your favorite beverage. The dates add the perfect amount of sweetness to the soft and moist cake while the walnuts add an incredible textural contrast with their crunchy nuttiness. It is hard to stop at one slice! DO THE DATES NEED TO BE SOAKED FIRST? Yes, it is highly recommended. Soaking the dates with baking soda in boiling water before baking is the best way to get the perfect texture. MORE DESSERTS TO SINK YOUR SWEET TO...

Skip to Recipe The holiday season is fast approaching. I love this time of the year when it is cold outside, and I am indoors baking up some delicious cookies with holiday tunes playing in the background. The heavenly aroma of cookies baking in the oven while I go around decorating the Christmas tree unleashes my festive spirit. Chocolate Chip Cookies are undoubtedly one of the most loved cookies in the world. Every baker needs an incredible chocolate chip cookie recipe in their repertoire and this one is mine. With perfectly soft centers, crisp edges, and packed with chocolate in every bite, these Chocolate Chip Cookies are absolutely incredible! Just wait until you try them. WHAT MAKES THESE THE BEST CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES? These cookies are insanely delicious, and once you try them they will be on repeat in your house. Here is what makes them the best ever: Easy to make: Made with ...

Skip to Recipe As summer rolls in, nostalgia hits me. It takes me back to times when summers were synonymous with freedom. Summer meant a break from school, the time spent outdoors, a trip to my grandparents' home, and most importantly chasing down the ice cream truck in the neighborhood to grab one. My love for icecream has remained the same. The only difference is that these days, I prefer to make my own rather than surrending to the temptation of buying store-bought ones. These Vegan Chocolate Magnum Bars are my vegan version of the classic Magnum Bars. Vanilla flavored ice-cream bars dipped in luscious, melted dark chocolate to create a sinfully indulgent treat. They are creamy, fudgy and delicious as the store-bought, and just what you need to stay cool. Made with just a few ingredients, these are naturally vegan, refined sugar-free and dairy-free. If you enjoyed these Vegan Magnum Ice Cream Bars, yo...

Skip to Recipe Summer is when berries get their spotlight, and oh how they shine bright! Since, the season is short-lived, it should be enjoyed in all its glory. Don't let those strawberries in your refrigerator go bad without making this Strawberry Sheet Cake. It is one of the simplest and delicious cakes you will ever make. A lot of Strawberry Cake recipes that you will find over the internet will call for cake mixes that have strawberry flavors and dyes to get that “strawberry” taste.. but why bake the fake stuff when you can have the real deal?? This Strawberry Sheet Cake is a beautifully moist cake, filled with real fresh strawberries and topped with the creamiest, strawberry cream cheese frosting. WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN A SHEET CAKE AND A LAYERED CAKE? The primary difference between a sheet cake and a regular, layered cake lies in their structure and serving size. A sheet cake is baked in a ...

Skip to Recipe Australia may be better known for its barbecues than its baking, but it is proud home to a range of iconic desserts. Today I am sharing one of the most popular desserts of the country, Lamingtons. Lamingtons are light, moist fluffy squares of sponge cake, coated in a luscious chocolate glaze and generously rolled in desiccated coconut. There is a reason they are an Aussie favorite! THE HISTORY OF LAMINGTONS While there is some debate about the exact origin of Lamingtons, they are widely associated with Australia. It is believed that they were named after Lord Lamington, who served as the Governor of Queensland, Australia, from 1896 to 1901. Legend has it that his cook accidentally dropped a sponge cake into a bowl of chocolate and then coated it with coconut to avoid wasting it. The result was declared a resounding success that quickly gained popularity among the Governor's guests. Since then, ...