Embossed Chocolate Butter Cookies

by Liz // July 27, 2020 // No Comments

I just ordered the floral-designed rolling pin from Embossed, and I think I have found my new favorite baking tool! It transforms an otherwise delicious cookie to the next level by simply imprinting beautiful flowers and cute birds on Continue reading →

Magic Chocolate Flan Cake

by Liz // July 3, 2015 // 2 Comments

I’ve always wanted to make flan. I’ve also always wanted to be a magician, so naturally, when I saw this recipe for Magic Chocolate Flan Cake from Cook’s Country magazine it was a no-brainier. This cake is pretty unique in Continue reading →

Spiced Carrot Muffins

by Liz // November 5, 2014 // 1 Comment

When my German pal, Jessica, approached me about baking some German desserts for the blog I immediately said yes. After all, I am half German. I studied the German language for 7 years. I plan on visiting Germany one day. Continue reading →

The Sponge Method (not that sponge method) in Bread Baking

by Liz // May 22, 2014 // 2 Comments

The Sponge Method, aka Yeast Starter or Yeast Pre-Ferment, is a two-step mixing process in bread baking.
The first step is mixing the yeast with the liquid, and half the flour of the entire recipe/formula to create a thick batter, also known as Continue reading →