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Vanilla cakes are always one of my favorites. I love it when the creamy floral sweetness of vanilla comes through in any baked good, but when you pair a vanilla can with a vanilla frosting, you get a burst of vanilla flavor that is impossible not to enjoy. This Very Vanilla Layer Cake …

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Cookies Recipes

Coconut Chip Chocolate Chunk Cookies

August 19, 2019August 18, 2019

Sometimes we all need a little break. We need a break from work, from school, from traffic or anything else that may be filling up our day and keeping our minds going a mile a minute. I usually treat myself to a cup of freshly brewed coffee when I need a break, …

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Breakfasts Coffee Cake Recipes

Blueberry Banana Coffee Cake

July 23, 2019

Ripe bananas can be incorporated into all kinds of delicious banana baked goods. While a classic banana bread is always a good option, I like to mix things up from time to time. This Blueberry Banana Coffee Cake is made with a banana cake base that is packed with blueberries and topped with …

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Cocktails Drinks Drinks

Banana Batida

July 15, 2019

Blended drinks are always crowd pleasers in the summer, a great way to quench your thirst and cool down. They can be made in a variety of ways, whether you’re whipping up a batch of smoothies for all ages or mixing a pitcher of pina coladas for a more grown up party. This …

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Frozen Desserts Recipes

Tropical Smoothie Ice Cream

July 10, 2019July 9, 2019

Fruit smoothies are a refreshing and easy breakfast or snack option on a hot day. But as delicious as they are, I often want something a little bit more indulgent for a dessert. This Tropical Smoothie Ice Cream was inspired by a smoothie I had for breakfast recently – but converted into a …

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Chocolate Pie and Tart Crusts Pies Recipes

Gluten Free Rocky Road Brownie Pie

July 2, 2019July 15, 2019

Gluten Free Rocky Road Brownie Pie
This Rocky Road Brownie Pie is a fantastic dessert to bake up if you’re a fan or rocky road – and it’s gluten free, too! The pie has a chocolate crumb crust and is filled with a fudgy gluten free brownie that is packed with nuts, chocolate chips and marshmallows. It’s a twist …

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Cakes Recipes

Brown Sugar Bourbon Pound Cake

June 29, 2019June 28, 2019

Pound cakes are always a crowd-pleaser. They are known for their dense, tender texture and are a great option for just about any occasion. While vanilla is my go-to pound cake flavor, it isn’t the only choice out there. This Brown Sugar Bourbon Pound Cake is a delicious alternative to traditional vanilla – …

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Food Reviews

Trader Joe’s Mochi Cake Mix, reviewed

June 25, 2019June 24, 2019

Mochi is a Japanese confection made from sweet rice that is pounded into a fine paste and molded into a shape. You have probably encountered mochi filled with ice cream, as it is a popular Japanese dessert that is also available at many grocery stores. A popular Hawaiian dessert is known as Mochi …

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Very Vanilla Layer Cake with Vanilla Cream Cheese Buttercream

Coconut Chip Chocolate Chunk Cookies

Blueberry Banana Coffee Cake

Banana Batida

Tropical Smoothie Ice Cream

Gluten Free Rocky Road Brownie Pie

Brown Sugar Bourbon Pound Cake

Trader Joe’s Mochi Cake Mix, reviewed

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Very Vanilla Layer Cake with Vanilla Cream Cheese Buttercream

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Blueberry Banana Coffee Cake

Banana Batida

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