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Bits ‘O Brickle Cookies

February 17, 2015October 2, 2016 baking, cookies, sweets

I wish I could claim this recipe was mine. To be honest, I'm not even particularly fond of these cookies, but they are my husband's absolute favorite. So when he asks really nicely, or it's his birthday, or I just want to do something nice for him, this is what... Read More

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Almond Tuiles – Elegant Holiday Cookies

December 14, 2014September 1, 2016 baking, cookies, sweets, tuiles

To be perfectly honest, I don't bake cookies very often. Yes, I am obsessed with French macarons, but in general when I'm baking I'm much more interested in experimenting with fancy pastries than drop cookies. It's not that I don't like cookies. From oatmeal or chocolate chip to homemade oreos, I... Read More

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Macarons: You CAN use store-bought egg whites!

August 19, 2014January 5, 2017 baking, cookies, macarons, pastry, sweets

I've been toying with this recipe for almost a year now. At first, it was general annoyance at having to wait days, aging egg whites and trying to use up leftover yolks. But after failed attempts, near misses, and almost successes, I became obsessed. There had to be a way... Read More

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Homemade Oreos

June 21, 2014September 1, 2016 baking, chocolate, cookies, sweets

As a kid, I loved oreo cookies. Okay, fine, I'll admit it, I still love oreos. So when I first saw TKOs (Thomas Keller Oreos) at Bouchon Bakery, I was hooked. I had to make them at home. The best part about home cooking and baking is the freedom you have to... Read More

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Store-bought Egg Whites – Italian Macaron Challenge

March 28, 2013July 28, 2016 cookies, desserts, macarons, pastry, sweets

Store-bought Egg Whites - Italian Macaron ChallengeAfter the decent results of the French meringue macs using store bought pasteurized egg whites (you can check out the post here) I decided it was time to try the Italian meringue method and see what happened. I used Pierre Herme's Coffee Macarons today,... Read More

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Can you use store-bought liquid egg whites in macarons? My first attempt.

February 18, 2013January 11, 2017 baking, cookies, macarons, sweets

I am breaking the rules today. If you are like me, every time you make macarons you have to figure out what to do with all those leftover egg yolks. There are entire blogs dedicated to just that question. Yes, I've made pasta and custards and carbonara, but come on,... Read More

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Madeleines

February 13, 2013September 1, 2016 baking, breakfast, cakes, cookies, sweets

For years, my favorite snack to go along with my Starbucks grande vanilla latte, was a package of madeleines. These little shell shaped cookie cakes are delicate, spongy and delicious, so I knew I had to make them. Wouldn't you know it, these babies are pretty easy to make and... Read More

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Superbowl Macarons

February 8, 2013July 29, 2016 baking, cookies, macarons, pastry, sweets

Happy Superbowl! In honor of the Baltimore Ravens and the San Francisco 49ers, I give you Superbowl macarons. I was planning on attempting the Italian method macarons again, so when my hubby and I decided to host a Superbowl party, I figured it was time for more macaron experimentation.... Read More

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My New Challenge, Italian Meringue Method Macarons

February 8, 2013January 11, 2017 baking, cookies, macarons, sweets

When I started making macarons, I researched recipes everywhere. I decided to start with the French meringue method, but there are several ways people make these darling treats. I've been a little obsessed with Pierre Herme, every classic french pastry recipe I've researched recently has referenced him and his techniques, so... Read More

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My Current Macaron Recipe Plus Tips/Tricks

February 5, 2013October 10, 2017 baking, cookies, macarons, pastry, sweets

It took an entire week to find a macaron recipe that consistently worked. Once I started making French macarons, I couldn't stop. I wanted to try new flavors, new colors, new techniques. For a few months it was an obsession. I dragged my husband across New York City and tried... Read More