Category: Desserts

Whipped Cream Cheese Frosting

I used to be so intimidated by the idea of making my own frosting, mostly because it seemed like something only real, professional bakers do. Plus, after a few failed attempts in my youth I had it in my mind that it just couldn’t be done! However, I soon realized that it’s just…

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Rustic Blueberry Galette

As the days become a little shorter and a little cooler we can feel Fall encouraging us to cozy up under a blanket with a steaming mug of chai and with what better accompaniment than this Rustic Blueberry Galette! A Rustic Galette is essentially a free form pie which is oh, so very…

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Gulab Jamun

Today’s recipe is a classic Pakistani dessert that is definitely many people’s favorite, including myself, and that’s Gulab Jamun! Interestingly “Gulab Jamun” literally translates to Gulab=Rose and Jamun=Berry in Urdu. Well, Jamun are a specific type of large black berry found in Pakistan. I guess Gulab Jamun kind of look like them so…

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Mini Apple Pastries

Hello all! Hoping everyone is doing very well, indeed. You may or may not know but it is currently Ramadan! So, Ramadan Mubarak! Ramadan is one of the months in the Islamic calendar which is observed by Muslims worldwide as a month of fasting, praying, and community. I’m excited to be observing another…

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Try With Me: Cube Toast

My best friend’s birthday is coming up this weekend but, unfortunately, I won’t be able to celebrate with her. This isn’t just because of social distancing though, she lives in another state which certainly proves to be an obstacle in most of our plans, hahaha. But we make do. This year I thought…

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Try With Me: Candied Glass Strawberries (Tanghulu)

Hi everyone! Hope everybody is doing wonderfully! I’m doing something a little different today (not just recipe-wise) but I’m posting on Monday 😮! Honestly, I’ve had the chance to cook so much these days that for the time being I would love to post two recipes a week. This week, I wanted to…

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Almond Pistachio Pastry

Hey folks! How’s everyone holding up? Hope you’re doing well and staying safe! I’ve been spending my days of #socialDistancing doing what I think many people have, cooking and baking. Much to the enjoyment of my family, hahaha. It’s not the worst way to spend days at home and I can honestly say…

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Try With Me: Apple Tarte Tatin

Hey folks! Today on “Try with me” I tried my hand at a Tarte Tatin. For all it’s fanciness in the name it’s actually a really simple recipe. You may or may not be asking yourself, “What’s a tarte tatin, Sana?” Well, I’m going to let you know…right now. According to my research…

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Try With Me: Apple Cider Doughnuts

Hey guys, hope you’ve been well! I just wanted to apologize for the lack of post last week, it was very unprofessional of me. What a shame really, I’m sure everyone was on the edge of their seats waiting to see what I would post. But, don’t worry, I have returned with a…

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Try With Me: Mini Pumpkin Cakes

My favorite thing about growing up in New England would have to be that I get to experience every season, there’s nothing halfway about it! And now one of my favorite seasons is upon us! Autumn! It’s all very exciting and it’s even more exciting that there are so many fall related recipes…

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