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Pumpkin Madeleines with Spiced Maple Glaze

These elegant pumpkin madeleines combine comforting fall flavors, sweetened by an irresistible spiced maple glaze. It’s the perfect treat to share with loved ones! {Jump to Recipe}

Can you believe winter is right around the corner? I sure can’t, yet as I’m typing this, I see snow lazily falling from the sky. In-between-seasons make me long for comfort in any and every form: I want to light up the fireplace, curl up in a cozy blanket, and bake comforting treats, the kind with enveloping, generous flavors that warm you up inside.

The dessert I share today is a twist on an elegant French treat: fluffy, humpy, shell-shaped madeleines. I updated the classic recipe to include fall flavors: pumpkin and aromatic spices. Madeleines have a slightly crunchy edge which, once dipped in the spiced maple glaze, becomes completely irresistible. Biting into a freshly baked one is a memorable experience—thanks to the fact this recipe yields 36 mini-cakes, it’s an experience you’ll get to share again and again.

Lemon Pistachio Muffins, from Oh Sweet Day! A Celebration Cookbook

These zesty Lemon Pistachio Muffins are as delightful and elegant as cupcakes are, but they come together as quickly as muffins do. They’re a sweet treat for any and all occasions, from weekend brunches to birthday parties! {Jump to Recipe} Recently, someone told me after tasting a dessert I’d just made, “You like using nuts… Continue Reading

Balsamic Fig Jam

This luxurious Balsamic Fig Jam improves breakfast spreads, increases the appeal of baked goods, and creates unforgettable savory bites. It makes for a unique gift, too! {Jump to Recipe} Fresh figs: love ʼem or hate ʼem? Fresh figs have a unique texture, a honeyed sweetness, and a mellow, earthy taste—but a perfect fresh fig can… Continue Reading

Make-Ahead Granola Breakfast Bread Pudding

This nutritious breakfast bread pudding has everything you need to start your day on the right foot: protein-rich eggs, fiber-filled whole wheat bread, healthy nuts, and dried fruits to add just that perfect touch of sweetness. {Jump to Recipe} This post is sponsored by Egg Farmers of Canada. I received monetary compensation to create a… Continue Reading

Roasted Butternut Squash, Pistachio, and Brown Butter Risotto with Fried Sage Leaves

This rich, comforting, and utterly delicious Butternut Squash, Pistachio, and Brown Butter Risotto showcases a classic Italian flavor trio in a new, memorable way. {Jump to Recipe} This risotto was born from my aspiration of incorporating pistachios in savory dishes more often, a habit I picked up after traveling through Sicily back in the summer… Continue Reading