Biberle are bite sized cookies of almond paste wrapped in gingerbread. Traditionally found on a plate of assorted Christmas cookies in Germany, these cookies can be enjoyed year round. I’m a fan of gingerbread anytime, not just at Christmas. The recipe takes a bit of time to prepare but one batch makes quite a lot Continue reading
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Simply Delicious Almond Paste Recipe
Almond paste is used in a wide variety of baking recipes in Germany as well other European countries. I greatly enjoy making and consuming German baked goods. So I figured this recipe would be a good idea to post so I can reference it on future bakes. Apparently there’s a difference between almond paste and Continue reading
Traditional Delicious Lemon Kirschkuchen Recipe
Lemon-cherry cake or kirschkuchen is a traditional German non-yeasted cake. Using baking powder as the leavening agent, the cake can be prepared in 20 minutes or less. Which is around the time it takes for your oven to get to temperature. I found this recipe in a classic German baking cookbook I stumbled upon at Continue reading
Simple & Delicious Tomato Tart Recipe
Tomato tart was not something I envisioned making with the second batch of my rough puff pastry. There was this apple tart recipe I was eyeing. But, my parents came to visit last weekend. My mom brought me fresh tomatoes from her garden and it seemed like the right thing to do. I made it Continue reading
Space Cake Recipe and Decorating Instructions
When I learned my former rowing coach and good friend was expecting her first child, after congratulating her, I immediately offered to make her a gender reveal cake. She informed me she already knew she was going to have a boy, to which I responded, “sooo, is that a yes?” I decided on a space Continue reading
Pear Jam Recipe to make you feel “Alive”
Pear jam is not something I’ve found on grocery shelves in the states. I haven’t really looked for it the times I’ve been in Europe but I feel like they probably have it. At any rate, I can’t get it here so I found a recipe on USApears and adjusted it slightly for what I Continue reading
Croquembouche Recipe if You’re Bold Enough
If you’re actually making this, there’s no doubt you’re bold enough. The croquembouche is a classic French dessert and is absolutely delicious. The crunch of the hard caramel top into a light, sweet, and airy puff pastry ball filled with a velvety smooth chocolate cream is one of the most delicious things I’ve ever tasted Continue reading
Quick and Easy Thumbprint Cookie Recipe
A thumbprint cookie is timeless, always a hit, and most important, easy to make. This cookie recipe can be made in under an hour, including baking time. Most of the recipes I’ve posted are fairly labor and time intensive. While the result is visually appealing and delicious, sometimes you just don’t have the time. The Continue reading
Brown Butter Toffee Sandwich Cookie Recipe
Brown butter and toffee is a combination that I hadn’t thought of before. But after getting this recipe from a friend via NYT cooking, it immediately called to me. Being a big fan of toffee myself, I was excited to try this recipe. That being said, all of the steps in this recipe make it Continue reading
Amazing Tahini Shortbread Cookie Recipe
Tahini shortbread is not a phrase I thought I would use when I started this site. But after getting this recipe from a friend, I was intrigued to say the least. Tahini is usually reserved for savory dishes in my mind so I was curious how it would work for sweets. TL:DR, it works really Continue reading