Orange Ginger Loaf

by SandraWidick // October 15, 2020 // Comments off

My husband is a fan of chocolate, orange and ginger combo so I decided to bake something special for him. Here is a delicious recipe for a soft quick bread that is packed with fresh orange juice, zest and crystallized... Continue reading →

Chocolate Pumpkin Bread

by SandraWidick // September 18, 2020 // Comments off

Happy Friday! Here is a pumpkin recipe that you can make during the weekend. I’m using my pumpkin bread recipe and gave it a couple of twists. For the chocolate part, I added some dark cocoa powder and hot espresso.... Continue reading →

Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls

by SandraWidick // September 16, 2020 // Comments off

I have been looking for canned pumpkin for about a week, finally I found some today at my local Trader Joe’s. I went to different supermarkets in my area and they don’t have any left and they might not have... 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 →

Apple Pie Cups

by SandraWidick // August 24, 2020 // Comments off

Apple pie is a classic dessert anywhere you go. It is generally double-crusted, with pastry both above and below the filling; the upper crust may be solid or latticed. BUT, today I’m showing you how to make mini apple pies... Continue reading →

Easy Cinnamon Apple Cake

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

Happy Friday! It has been a very hard week for our area. Northern California has many fires going on right now and we were close to evacuate. Thank GOD, we did not have to but we were all packed and... 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 →

Zucchini Sheet Cake With Brown Sugar Frosting

by SandraWidick // November 4, 2019 // Comments off

Happy Monday! I’ve heard many people say that they aren’t sure to use vegetables in their cakes/desserts and being honest I was like that too. But, I changed my mind after I discovered carrot cake. I love carrot cake with... Continue reading →

Date Coffee Bread

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

Happy Friday!! Halloween is over and I’m a bit sad because I’m such a fan of this holiday. We always decorate our front yard with lights and spooky things. For some reason this year we didn’t have many kids, I... Continue reading →

Pumpkin Spice Chocolate Cookie Cups

by SandraWidick // October 22, 2019 // Comments off

Happy Tuesday! A few days ago I got a gift from my friends at Mozart. They have this new Chocolate Cream Pumpkin Spice liqueur that is perfect for Fall season. This sweet drink is perfect to serve during your Thanksgiving... Continue reading →

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