Confections – Page 11 – Confections, Crafts, Couture

Super Rich and Ridiculous Persimmon Bread

I LOVE giving homemade gifts for Christmas. Nothing shows more that you care for someone than taking the time to bake or make something special for that person. Usually I give out cookies or breads for the holidays. This year I wanted to include a different recipe to add a little excitement to my packages.Continue reading “Super Rich and Ridiculous Persimmon Bread”

Ginger Pear Cupcakes with Biscoff Buttercream

Cupcakes 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour 2 1/2 tsp of baking powder 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger plus 1/8 teaspoon of ground ginger, divided 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened 2 cups sugar 4 large eggs, room temperature 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract 1 cup of buttermilk 2 tbsp of pear liqueur (optional)Continue reading “Ginger Pear Cupcakes with Biscoff Buttercream”

Caramel Apple Butter Bread

I was cleaning out my fridge when I fell upon a jar of my mommy’s delicious apple butter from last Fall. She has a huge apple tree in her garden and made tons of apple butter to purge her tree. I decided that there was no way I was going to be able to useContinue reading “Caramel Apple Butter Bread”

Protein Packed, Gluten free Cinnamon Almond Waffles with Fresh Peach Preserves

After my workouts sometimes I have a hankering for a something sweet. Not only do I want something sweet but I need something that will restore and refuel my muscles. I came up with this healthy waffle recipe. The recipe makes plenty, so you can freeze and have them ready super fast. Believe me onceContinue reading “Protein Packed, Gluten free Cinnamon Almond Waffles with Fresh Peach Preserves”

Ooh La la: Mastering the French Macaron

As some of you may know, I recently returned from a trip to France. I had a fabulous time!! I ate, shopped, drank and ate some more. I also had the opportunity to take two cooking classes while I was there: one on pastries, the other on bread. I didnt have time in my scheduleContinue reading “Ooh La la: Mastering the French Macaron”

Red Velvet Waffles!!!

I love red velvet ANYTHING!!! Its such a classic flavor and can be put in so many baked goods, including breakfast items. I decided to make some red velvet waffles because I knew that my mommy and brother were scheduled to visit and I could experiment on them. They turned out pretty tasty so IContinue reading “Red Velvet Waffles!!!”

Banana Nut Cinnamon Rolls

I developed this recipe because I was in the middle of moving last year and had to get rid of some food items. Most of my pans were packed up. I had a bunch of old bananas, some packets of yeast and some left over baking items. I thought this would be the best thingContinue reading “Banana Nut Cinnamon Rolls”

Triple Chocolate Bread Pudding with Orange cream

I consider myself a bread pudding connoisseur. It happens to be my favorite dessert and I try to enjoy as many varieties as I can get my lips around. One particular afternoon I was perusing the shelves of Ross and came across and Chocolate Chip Panettone. I immediately threw it in the shopping basket. I knewContinue reading “Triple Chocolate Bread Pudding with Orange cream”

Piña Colada Cookies

The other night I had a dream that I was on the beach on somebody’s island. I was clearly enjoying myself as I was sipping on my tropical beverage as well. I then had an epiphany, as I often do, about a new dessert idea. Piña Colada cookies!! Why hasn’t anyone every thought of this!?!Continue reading “Piña Colada Cookies”

Gluten Free Eggnog Muffins

I was perusing Pinterest today as I usually do during my downtime when I came across a recipe for eggnog muffins. I became intrigued because as I do every year, I bought too much eggnog and have leftovers. I decided to take on the challenge of making them healthier and gluten free. Here is myContinue reading “Gluten Free Eggnog Muffins”