A Dessert Blog with Simple Recipes for Cakes, Muffins, Cookies & Bars

Baileys Brownies

These fudgy, boozy Baileys brownies are the perfect grown-up dessert. With a layer of Irish cream frosting and Irish cream ganache on top!

I don’t typically bake with alcohol, but Baileys Irish Cream is where I’ll happily make the exception. So today, we’re making a triple-layered brownie that’s frosted with fluffy Baileys frosting and has a layer of Baileys chocolate ganache on top. They’re rich, decadent, and definitely adults only.

Warning – these are very rich and you can definitely taste the Baileys. read more

Baking with Oats

Quick oats vs rolled oats? If you’ve ever made oatmeal raisin cookies or homemade granola bars you’ve probably wondered what type of oatmeal to use, why it matters, or if you can just leave out the oats altogether. Learn all about baking with oats, and why oats are such an important ingredient in so many […]

How to Melt Chocolate

Two easy methods for how to melt chocolate so it’s smooth, glossy and perfect for dipping! Use a double boiler on the stove, or learn to melt your chocolate in the microwave – including how to melt chocolate chips. Have you ever looked at a recipe that said: “Melt the chocolate”. So you place it […]

How to Freeze Cookie Dough (and Freshly Baked Cookies)

Freezing cookie dough or freshly baked cookies can be a lifesaver – especially around the holidays if you’re looking to save on prep time. Learn all the tips and tricks for how to freeze cookie dough for ALL your favorite cookies – like chocolate chip, cut-out cookies, and slice-and-bake. With all my cookie recipes – […]

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