Sometimes, you’re just in the mood for chocolate covered fruit. It’s not valentine’s day, nobody is getting married, your anniversary is nowhere near now, but you just want it. Why does chocolate covered fruit have to be reserved for special, romantic occasions? That was a trick question. It doesn’t. Any Read more
I’m of the esteemed opinion that there need to be more desserts combining coconut, caramel, and chocolate. It’s such an underutilized, decadent combination that so many people seem to forget that they love until girl scout cookie season rolls around again and the Samoas come out to play. But why Read more
Walnuts are such an underrated nut, so often overlooked in favor of the pecan in the baking world. They’re written off as a boring, outdated addition, and it’s really unfair. They’ve got a distinct, almost earthy flavor, present enough to make itself known but humble enough to allow other flavors Read more
Chocolate chip cookies are a staple in American households, and for good reason. They’re sweet, chewy, gooey, and dripping with nostalgia. We all have memories of baking them with a parent, grandparent, aunt or uncle, sibling, neighbor, or friend. It may not have been from scratch at that point, but Read more
Scones get such a bad rep here in the US. They’re seen as dry, bland, and boring, which they absolutely can be when coming from the wrong source, especially after going stale. But if it’s freshly baked from a good recipe, a scone is just as delicious as any other Read more