Pumpkin Cake Truffles

by SandraWidick // October 20, 2023 // Comments off

Halloween is just around the corner, and I couldn’t be happier because after Christmas, Halloween is my favorite holiday! Here is a new recipe for you to make at home and maybe share some with your family and friends. Today,... Continue reading →

Ghost Alfajores

by SandraWidick // October 11, 2023 // Comments off

It’s the time of the season…to make Alfajores… because why not? An alfajor is one of the most popular cookies in South America. Each South American country has their own version and today I’ll show you how to make... Continue reading →

Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies

by SandraWidick // October 1, 2023 // Comments off

Two years ago, I posted a recipe for pumpkin cookies with chocolate pieces, they were really good, but the texture was more of a cakey cookie which is pretty common for pumpkin cookies due to the moisture that pumpkin has.... Continue reading →

Apple Crumb Cake

by SandraWidick // September 22, 2023 // Comments off

Today is the collab that I host monthly on Instagram, the theme is “apples” and I thought about this recipe I posted a couple of years ago which is one of my favorites during Fall season, but I think... Continue reading →

Gansito Brownies

by SandraWidick // August 30, 2023 // Comments off

I haven’t posted for over a month and if you know me, you know that I have applied for my American citizenship last May and finally my exam was late July, so I had to prepare and study to take... Continue reading →

The Best Passion Fruit Cheesecake

by SandraWidick // June 16, 2023 // Comments off

Passion Fruit is native to Brazil, Paraguay, Argentina, Peru (South American countries). I think this fruit is pretty popular in the Philippines too. The list of health benefits commonly attributed to passion fruit is due to the nutrient, mineral, and... Continue reading →

My Favorite Banana Bread

by SandraWidick // June 14, 2023 // Comments off

I ordered some groceries from Amazon Fresh more than a week ago and the bananas they brought me were green like the Grinch. Then, I remember my husband told me that he ordered bananas a couple of months ago, they... Continue reading →

Mini Chocolate Dulce de Leche Cake

by SandraWidick // May 18, 2023 // Comments off

Have you ever wondered if you could bake just a small cake to serve a couple of portions or just to indulge yourself? Well, if you get 6-inch cake pans, this is possible. For me, it’s hard to... Continue reading →

Vanilla Flan

by SandraWidick // May 5, 2023 // Comments off

This classic dessert is always a favorite in my house. In my recipe, I give you all the tricks and tips to achieve the perfect caramel and custard. Smooth and silky perfect for any... Continue reading →

Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars

by SandraWidick // April 6, 2023 // Comments off

Hello friends. I’m back! I know it has been a long time since my last post, but I have been super busy with my family in Peru. I traveled to help my mom move from her house (where she lived... Continue reading →

Pastry Tales

a baking blog with a little bit of life sprinkled in

Author: SandraWidick