Red Velvet Impossible Cake

by SandraWidick // February 9, 2021 // No Comments

Happy February! I know it’s been a while since my last post but life got a little busy with some family issues. The 2 caregivers of my parents in Peru decided to leave and they gave my brother and I... Continue reading →

Healthy Chocolate Raspberry Muffins

by SandraWidick // January 25, 2021 // No Comments

Happy Monday! How is everyone doing? I’ve seen a lot of people trying to eat healthier this month so I thought I should post a recipe that has chocolate, fresh fruit and does not need refined sugar. These muffins are... Continue reading →

Lemon Poppy Seed Bread

by SandraWidick // January 13, 2021 // No Comments

My lemon tree is blooming so I decided to remake my lemon bread recipe. This loaf is packed with fresh lemon juice and zest. The crumb is really nice and soft. I made a lemon icing to spread on top... Continue reading →

Churro Alfajores

by SandraWidick // January 8, 2021 // No Comments

If you visit my blog for a while, you know I enjoy baking alfajores and I’m always trying to come out with new flavors. Alfajores are made with regular flour, cornstarch, vanilla extract, egg yolks and other simple ingredients and... Continue reading →

Tiramisu Cake

by SandraWidick // January 5, 2021 // No Comments

Happy New Year!! I’m back after some days of not baking at all. I hope you all are doing well and that we all have a better year. January is my birthday month. I’ll turn 38 on the 14th. I... Continue reading →

Champagne Cupcakes

by SandraWidick // December 29, 2020 // No Comments

Hello guys! Happy Tuesday! This is my last recipe for 2020 and I think it fits perfectly to welcome the new year. I baked with champagne before but I never got enough taste of it so I decided to make... Continue reading →

Crème brûlée

by SandraWidick // December 28, 2020 // No Comments

Just a few more days to end this crazy 2020. I don’t know about you but I’ll spend New Years Eve at home, watching tv and cooking something with my husband and dessert is something in our menu for sure.... Continue reading →

Christmas Loaf

by SandraWidick // December 24, 2020 // 1 Comment

Hello friends. This is my last Christmas recipe of the year. I want to wish you all a Merry Christmas! Feliz Navidad! I hope that you and your loved ones are doing well. I will have one more recipe before... Continue reading →

White Chocolate Bourbon Gingerbread Bars

by SandraWidick // December 21, 2020 // No Comments

Happy Monday! When my friends at Four Roses asked me if I wanted to be part of their holiday collab, I said YES! We always have Four Roses Bourbon at home and I love baking with it. This recipe is... Continue reading →

Dulce de Leche Cones

by SandraWidick // December 17, 2020 // No Comments

These treats are perfect for your Christmas cookie box or cookie swap because they are different than your regular cookies, taste delicious and they keep well for many days. They taste even better a day or two after making them. ... Continue reading →

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