Raspberry Coconut Oat Bars

30. January 2013

Before we moved to New York, we lived in a small town where shopping for non-standard groceries could be a challenge. So, I understand having limited access to ingredients. Case in point: unsweetened coconut.

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Sour Cream Brownies

28. January 2013

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Okay, go to your refrigerator and check for sour cream. Got it? Good. I know you’ve got chocolate, so scroll down to the recipe and start baking.

These, my friends, are my new favorite brownie.

Weekly Mix: One-Bowl Wonders

25. January 2013

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I do so enjoy sharing beautiful baking recipes with all of you. I could not be happier to be able to spend my days baking so that I can pass along delicious dessert ideas to my fellow bakers.

Some days, though, it just doesn’t work out that way. This week, I’ve had three baking failures. Three! Failures are bound to happen occasionally, but three in one week seems a little extreme.

Earlier this week, though, I had great baking success with this beautiful Italian Jam Crostata. One of the best things about that tart is that it is quick and easy to put together. And, you’ll only need one bowl for mixing.

Italian Jam Crostata

22. January 2013

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Every once in a while, you find one of those magical recipes that’s so simple yet so delicious and gorgeous that it immediately becomes a favorite. Well, baking friends, let me introduce you to this tart.

Weekly Mix: Baking with Pecans

18. January 2013

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About 32% of Bake or Break has thus far been at least indirectly dedicated to my love of pecans. I have always loved to bake with them. I know I’m not alone, although some of you probably prefer baking with some other nut or with none at all.

Earlier this week, I shared a recipe for Cinnamon-Sugar Pecan Bars, which are a new favorite around here. Afterwards, I was surprised to realize that I’ve never dedicated a collection to my beloved pecan. The horror! Well, my baking friends, that changes today!

Cinnamon-Sugar Pecan Bars

16. January 2013

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When I was in high school, I had a friend who would make the most delicious cinnamon-sugar pecans for an after-school treat for us. We all know how I love pecans and cinnamon, so you know I adore these.

Recently, I began thinking about those pecans and how very good they are. On a whim, I thought I would incorporate them into some baking. I wanted those sweet pecans to be the star, so I added them to a simple bar that would let them shine.

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