Scotch & Scones

Hi Reader, Spice cake is one of those Fall treats that people love, but don't seem to make very often. I'm here to change that! Plus, if you're a sourdough baker, you can use your unfed sourdough starter in the batter (hint...no one will know!). Whether you serve this cake for brunch, dessert, or for an afternoon snack on a chilly Autumn day, you're in for a treat! Sourdough Spice Cake This sourdough spice cake is filled with bold flavor from warm Fall baking spices and is topped with a...

Hi Reader, Fall is the time of year when pumpkin and pumpkin spice really takes center stage. These recipes take warm pumpkin spices and couple them with rich chocolate for a winning combination of flavors that really say Fall is here! ** NEW RECIPE ALERT ** Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Scones Pumpkin purée, mini chocolate chips, and a warm pumpkin spice blend team up to make these deliciously easy pumpkin scones. New to the blog, these sweet and spicy scones are a Fall classic that's sure to...

Hi Reader, This time of year is when many celebrate Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year. Customarily, sweet dishes are served, culinarily symbolizing the wish for a sweet New Year. Apples and honey are the traditional symbolic foods for Rosh Hashanah, so many dishes feature them, and for good reason - they're delicious together! Whether or not you're celebrating the holiday, you'll love these treats with this winning combination of flavors! Honey Cake with Apple Cider Jam This moist honey...

Hi Reader, Have you seen beautiful braided challah breads at the bakery and wonder if you can make it yourself? The answer is a resounding yes! With my easy step-by-step instructions and videos, you can learn to make a delicious challah with my family-tested recipe and shape it so that looks like it was done by the pros! Best Challah Bread Recipe Most types of bread aren’t associated with a specific shape, but challah, a Jewish egg bread similar to brioche, definitely is one of those....

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...