Conchas (Mexican Sweet Bread)

by SandraWidick // May 27, 2021 // Comments off

Since I moved to California I enjoy visiting latin/hispanic mini markets. There is one kinda close to where I live and they have a small “panaderia” section where they sell fresh bread everyday. I love sweets so I discovered these... Continue reading →

S’mores Cake

by SandraWidick // May 26, 2021 // Comments off

Hello friends! I am back with a new recipe that is perfect for Summer (or anytime). This cake does not have flour, just graham crackers! Yes, you can make a cake without flour! Graham cracker cake, homemade marshmallow filling and... Continue reading →

Easy Orange Muffins

by SandraWidick // May 16, 2021 // Comments off

Muffins are a must to have in my house. They are perfect for breakfast, coffee or like a snack. My favorite muffins are orange flavored ones. This recipe is awesome, I’ve been make these for years and they always come... Continue reading →

Dulce De Leche Brownies

by SandraWidick // May 11, 2021 // Comments off

Craving chocolate? How about this recipe for easy brownies with a twist. I added dulce de leche which is a great complement to the dark cocoa powder I used. If you want to watch how I made these brownies, visit... Continue reading →

Mexican Chocolate Ice Cream

by SandraWidick // May 5, 2021 // Comments off

Happy Cinco de Mayo! It has been so crazy hot here in Northern California that I decided to use my Kitchen Aid Ice Cream attachment to make homemade ice cream. I haven’t used it for about 5 years I think.... Continue reading →

Orange Chiffon Cake

by SandraWidick // April 20, 2021 // Comments off

Hello friends! Happy Tuesday! I’ve been MIA for some days, I needed some days off from social media and baking. The whole covid situation in Peru was stressing me a lot. My parents and their caregivers tested negative for covid... Continue reading →

Tres Leches Cake

by SandraWidick // April 8, 2021 // Comments off

Hi friends! How are you doing? I’m very happy because I finally got my first covid vaccine. Now, I have to wait 3 weeks for my second dose. But, sadly covid got to my family. My brother and little niece... Continue reading →

Boston Cream Pie Cupcakes

by SandraWidick // March 26, 2021 // Comments off

Happy Friday! How is everyone doing? I am back with a new cupcake recipe. One of my husband’s favorite desserts is Boston cream pie but because we are just 2 people at home I decided to make a smaller version... Continue reading →

Alfajor Tart

by SandraWidick // March 11, 2021 // Comments off

I’ve been asked many times if there is just one type of alfajor cookies and the answer is no. In South America you’ll find Peruvian, Colombian, Argentinian, etc.. different versions of alfajores. All of them have a different twist and... Continue reading →

Chocolate Strawberry Cookies

by SandraWidick // March 9, 2021 // Comments off

Chocolate and strawberries are a great match. These cookies have a rich chocolate flavor, they remind me of shortbread cookies. The strawberry filling is a buttercream made with freeze dried strawberries, sugar, cream ad vanilla. Let’s start with the recipe... Continue reading →

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