Garlic Herb Croissants combine the buttery, flakey decadence of croissants with basil, garlic and parsley. The unbaked croissants freeze well so make them ahead for special occasions. I recently took a refresher course on croissant making. It was online so my friends and I gathered to make it a dinner party. I asked the instructor… Continue reading Garlic Herb Croissants
Spices, candied orange peel and a decadent ball of chocolate ganache make these marmalade chocolate hot cross buns outstanding. My sister always hated raisins. She thought they looked too much like chocolate chips so it was deceptive to use them. I’ve never shared my sister’s dislike for raisins but I do love chocolate and orange.… Continue reading Marmalade Chocolate Hot Cross Buns
Blue Cheese gives a little bite and creamy richness that contrasts with the crunch of the walnuts and the earthy flavor of rye in this delectable Blue Cheese Walnut Rye Bread. This has been a crazy year for everyone. One of the things I’ve been missing is volunteering in the Seton Sewing Room. It’s great… Continue reading Blue Cheese Walnut Rye Bread
Almond Semlor are a decadent sweet that Swedes make just before Lent. These cardamom yeast rolls filled with marzipan cream and topped with fresh whipped cream are sinfully delicious. Helle is my Danish friend. We’ve never met in person but we’ve been friends on Facebook for years. She is beautiful, witty, and insightful. She… Continue reading Almond Semlor
Chocolate Caramel Monkey Bread – Soft buttery bread filled with chocolate and caramel topped with chocolate and caramel sauce. Make sure you have some friends over so you don’t eat this all by yourself! I’m glad there’s a hair salon below my apartment. I often give the employees the things I bake for the blog… Continue reading Chocolate Caramel Monkey Bread
Mexican Chocolate Star Bread is a tasty way to use up leftover mashed potatoes. The beautiful star pattern is much easier than it looks. This post is going to be short. Becks is back from college and visiting with her boyfriend. It’s the first time to meet him so big step for them (and me).… Continue reading Mexican Star Chocolate Bread
Cherries, Chocolate, and citrus brighten up this German sweet bread. Black Forest Stollen keeps well so you can make it ahead or serve it warm. I really enjoy the more relaxed pace of the holidays. Spending time with family and friends just catching up. Of course a lot of that time is spent with food.… Continue reading Black Forest Stollen
