Chocolate Covered Gingerbread Truffles
These chocolate covered gingerbread truffles are bite-sized pockets of warm spice wrapped in a glossy chocolate shell — perfect for gifting or a cozy night in. I first made them …
Jurgen Tukur
Homemade Hard Candy
I love making homemade hard candy because it feels like a little chemistry experiment that ends in shiny, colorful treats. This recipe gives you clear, crisp candies with bright flavor …
Homemade Marzipan
I love making homemade marzipan because it’s quick, versatile, and tastes far fresher than store-bought versions. The texture is silky, the almond flavor bright, and you can shape or color …
Authentic Turkish Delight
I love the chewy, floral sweetness of authentic Turkish Delight — it’s a small candy with a big personality. Making lokum at home gives you fresh rosewater or orange-blossom aroma …
Authentic Thai Red Curry with Chicken
Authentic Thai Red Curry with Chicken is a silky, fragrant curry that balances spicy, sweet, and tangy flavors in one pot. I make it at least once a month because …
Cranberry Jalapeño Honey Dip
This Cranberry Jalapeño Honey Dip brightens any appetizer table with a sweet-tart base, a gentle honeyed warmth, and a crisp jalapeño kick. I first built this recipe around a block …
Baked Eggs Napoleon Pastry
Baked Eggs Napoleon Pastry is a simple showstopper: layers of crisp puff pastry, a savory filling, and a perfectly baked egg on top. I first made a weekend version for …
White Chocolate Caramel Fudge
Rich, creamy, and a little bit chewy, White Chocolate Caramel Fudge is a show-stopping sweet that’s easier than it looks. I’ve made this fudge several times for holiday trays and …
Cherry Cheesecake Hand Pies
These Cherry Cheesecake Hand Pies are portable little desserts with a flaky crust, tangy cream cheese filling, and bright cherry jam pockets. They bake up in about 20 minutes and …
Easy Gingerbread Cookie Bites
These Easy Gingerbread Cookie Bites are soft, warmly spiced little cookies that pop in your mouth — perfect for snacking or gift tins. I’ve made dozens of batches, and they …