Dulce de Leche Pumpkin Cupcakes

by SandraWidick // October 21, 2020 // Comments off

Dulce de leche is a very popular treat in South America. It is a milk-based caramel. You can find it at the stores (my favorite brand La Lechera) or you can make your own boiling a can of condensed milk... Continue reading →

Pumpkin Crinkle Cookies

by SandraWidick // October 7, 2020 // Comments off

Baking with pumpkin can be challenging because of the the high amount of moisture it has but I thought it would be a great idea to create a Fall crinkle cookie version. And guess what! They are delicious and although... Continue reading →

Pumpkin Alfajores 2020

by SandraWidick // October 5, 2020 // Comments off

Hello friends and Happy Monday!! Two years ago, I posted a recipe for pumpkin alfajores. Alfajores are similar to shortbread cookies filled with dulce de leche, they are very popular in South America. I’m always trying to come out with... Continue reading →

Pumpkin Spice Tiramisu

by SandraWidick // September 14, 2020 // Comments off

Tiramisu is one of my favorite desserts. I love Fall season, pumpkins and pumpkin spice! Sooo of course I had to create this version for Fall fans like me. This tiramisu is made with ladyfingers soaked in a Kahlua-espresso mixture,... Continue reading →

Baked Pumpkin Spice Donut Holes

by SandraWidick // September 8, 2020 // Comments off

Happy Tuesday! This is a super quick and easy recipe that you can make at home. My husband and I like donuts but one of the reasons that we don’t eat them that much is that they are fried. This... Continue reading →

Pumpkin Bread

by SandraWidick // August 26, 2020 // Comments off

I know Summer is not over yet but Fall baking season has started in my house and that is why I want to show you how to make this easy and delicious recipe for Pumpkin Bread. This loaf is a... Continue reading →

Healthier Pumpkin Bread

by SandraWidick // November 20, 2019 // Comments off

Happy Wednesday! It’s another windy day here in Northern California. We’re under fire weather conditions, hopefully nothing happens because we already had a couple of big fires. We really need rain. November is almost gone and we haven’t had any... Continue reading →

Pumpkin Crumb Muffins

by SandraWidick // November 8, 2019 // Comments off

Happy Friday!! It’s been a crazy week because one of my dogs (Pom Pom) got very sick again so I took her to the vet and after many tests (during the last 2 years) the vet finally gave me her... Continue reading →

Pumpkin Brûlée Tart

by SandraWidick // October 7, 2019 // Comments off

This recipe is a good option if you want to serve something different for dessert on Halloween, Thanksgiving or to just indulge yourself with something delicious during Fall season. This tart has a gingersnap crust. I used Triple Gingersnap Cookies... Continue reading →

Baked Pumpkin Donuts

by SandraWidick // October 1, 2019 // Comments off

Happy October and Happy Halloween Month! Weather is way cooler here in Northern California so I can wear my leggins and be cozy. Last weekend my husband and I went to Apple Hill (Placerville, CA) and had so much fun.... Continue reading →

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