Sweet and Simple Bakes

Sweet and Simple: Snow-Flecked Brownies

Lets be honest. Have you ever met anyone who didn’t like brownies?  I never have. In fact, when offering multiple choices of sweet options at home parties, picnics, etc., the first plate to empty is the brownie plate.  This recipe was no different.  In fact, this was one of the best brownies I’ve ever tasted.  That may have something to do with the fact that there were no nuts in it. I prefer my brownies less nuts.  It also probably had to do with the inclusion of white chocolate chips. White chocolate is a major dietary weakness for me. Right [...]

By |2009-12-01T06:10:23-05:00December 1, 2009|Baking, Food|9 Comments

Sweet and Simple White Chocolate and Orange Cookies

Another month has past and we are baking up some delicious cookies with the Sweet and Simple Gang!   Make sure to check out the site for the original recipe and to see what everyone else did with these delicious cookies. The recipe for White Chocolate and Orange Cookies is one you will want to copy.  These cookies are delicate, sweet, with a gentle brush of orange on the tongue.   White Chocolate & Orange Cookies:  Makes 2 dozen Ingredients 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened 3/4 cup granulated sugar + 2 TBS 1 egg Grated zest of 1 orange (2 to [...]

By |2009-10-31T20:52:25-04:00October 31, 2009|Baking, Food, Quick Meals|14 Comments

Sweet and Simple Bakes Roundup: Jammy Doughnut Muffins

Here it is, September 1st already and time for the Sweet and Simple Baking roundup.  Jammy Doughnut Muffins. For the exact recipe, check here: Did I change this recipe? Not really. Instead of using strawberry or raspberry jam, I used my favorite which is Blueberry Preserves. My ingredients were as follows for 12 muffins. 1 1/4 cup All Purpose flour 3 tsp baking powder 1/4 tsp salt 4 oz granulated sugar 2 whole eggs, slightly beaten 1/3cup + 1 TBS milk 6 TBS Unsalted butter - melted and cooled 1 tsp vanilla extract 12 tsp Blueberry Preserves Topping 3/4 cup butter 1/2 [...]

By |2009-09-01T07:02:31-04:00September 1, 2009|Baking, Food, Food thoughts|12 Comments
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