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Scotch & Scones

Hi, I'm Tammy! At Scotch & Scones, I write about baking desserts, baking bread, and baking with sourdough starter discard. Plus scotch, bourbon, & whiskey reviews, and a whole lot more!

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Boiled apple cider dripping from a spoon into a glass jar surrounded by apples.

Improve your apple desserts with this amazing ingredient! 🍎

Hi Reader, Apple desserts (like pies, tarts, crisps, cookies, and babka) practically scream autumn. All those baking spices mixed with the wonderfully sweet tart taste of apples. But can you make your apple desserts taste even better? That's a big yes, if you use a certain secret ingredient - Boiled Apple Cider! Boiled Apple Cider Syrup Boiled Apple Cider (aka Apple Cider Syrup) takes everything yummy about apple cider and concentrates it to a thick syrup. It's easy to make, and gives you the...
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Lattice topped apple pie on a purple striped towel with cut apples.

Apple season is here! 🍎

Hi Reader, With the weather cooling, it's time to start thinking about Fall flavors. While many will jump straight to pumpkin spice, this is the time of year when apples (and apple cider) are at their peak. Whether you go apple picking or just grab a few at the market, you'll want to use your haul to make these recipes featuring apples! Lattice Apple Pie Move over bland apple pie, here's a pretty lattice apple pie bursting with intense apple flavor! The secret is including boiled apple cider...
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Whole Chocolate Chip Cookie Cake on a blue cake stand with a slice lifted.

Let's turn everyone's favorite cookie into a cake! 🍪

Hi Reader, Looking to move beyond the basic layer cake? Look no further! Thick, chewy, and rich, this Chocolate Chip Cookie Layer Cake is a fun cake to serve at a party or special celebration! Chocolate Chip Cookie Layer Cake It's a soft and chewy cookie cake studded with mini chocolate chips and an enticing brown sugar flavor. Topped a thick dark chocolate buttercream frosting, it's a fun take on layer cakes. Drooling yet? I certainly am! Why this recipe works: All the flavor of chocolate...
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Granola in a bowl next to ingredients portioned into glass bowls.

Try these easy grab-and-go breakfast ideas!

Hi Reader, Is it back to school time already? Make your mornings less stressful with these easy grab-and-go breakfast ideas. With sweet and savory options that are customizable to your tastes, you're sure to find something that works for your family! Homemade Granola Improve your mornings with this easy homemade granola recipe. It's crispy, crunchy, nutty, diary-free, gluten-free, and has the perfect amount of sweetness. Use your favorite dried fruits, nuts, seeds, and sweeteners to customize...
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Nanaimo bars stacked on a white plate in front of a blue draped scarf.

Beat the heat with these no-bake desserts! ☀️

Hi Reader, When the heat is on, you want the oven to stay off. But that doesn't mean you can't have delicious desserts. With these ideas, you'll find tasty treats to last the summer through. Beat the heat and still eat well! Tiramisu Loaf This is tiramisu made in a loaf pan and inverted onto a platter, making it easier to layer and slice. A no-bake tiramisu loaf can be made with or without alcohol, and is a creamy, dreamy, delicious dessert! Tiramisu Loaf Chocolate Cream Pie Chocolate Cream...
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Magic Custard Cake slices on a black slate platter.

Serve this cool cake on a warm day! ☀️

Hi Reader, Check out this dessert that's really three desserts in one - Magic Custard Cake! Cool and creamy, this is a delightful dessert to serve on a warm day! Magic Custard Cake For a fun and surprising upgrade to egg custard, this cake features three layers of different textures, all from one batter. Why this recipe works: Three delicious layers of a set custard base, a creamy custard middle, and a pillowy crust Using real vanilla beans helps the vanilla flavor to shine Easier to make...
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Two bowls of strawberry mint sorbet garnished with strawberries & mint on a red & white striped towel.

Choose these for a lighter way to cool down!🍋🍓

Hi Reader, Fruit sherbets and sorbets are a light and refreshing way to cool off when it's hot out. You can make these easy and delicious frozen ices and enjoy the sweet taste of summer anytime! Lemon Sherbet A refreshing treat that’s light and tangy, Lemon Sherbet is sweet, tart, smooth, and creamy, and uses the entire lemon. Serve as a cooling dessert on a hot day or as a palate cleanser. This lemon sherbet is easy to make and all natural! Lemon Sherbet Strawberry Mint Sorbet Enjoy the...
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Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars stacked on a counter.

Grab & go treats for your next outdoor adventure! 🏕️

Hi Reader, Whether you're heading out to the great outdoors for a day hike or an overnight under the stars, take these sweet treats with you! They travel well, and will be an indulgent snack to have along. Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars turn everyone's favorite cookie into buttery, soft, chewy bar cookies. They’re easy to make with no mixer and no chilling required. Plus, browning the butter amps ups the flavor in a big way. They're a real winner! Chocolate Chip Cookie...
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Beat the heat with these cooling cocktails 🍹

Hi Reader, As the weather heats, sometimes it's nice to cool off with a cocktail. Here are some fun suggestions to try! Limoncello Rye Whiskey Sour The bright sweet flavor of limoncello and the spicy kick of rye whiskey team up with lemon juice to create a refreshingly sweet tart 3-ingredient Limoncello Rye Whiskey Sour. It's lemonade all grown up! Limoncello Rye Whiskey Sour Harry Potter Butterbeer Cocktail An adult Harry Potter cocktail, this sweet, creamy, bubbly, and potent Butterbeer...
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