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Makes 15 If you make the sugared cranberries for garnishing, you will need to plan ahead and make them one day prior to serving the cupcakes. Ingredients Sugared Cranberries:1 cup granulated sugar1 cup water1 cup fresh (or frozen) cranberries*1/2 cup superfine sugar** Cupcakes:1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour2 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 cup unsalted butter, room […]
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Ingredients 1 (1 pound) brie cheese wheel2 cups fresh (or frozen) cranberries1/3 cup granulated sugar3 tablespoons white balsamic vinegar (or regular balsamic can be substituted)1/4 teaspoon sea salt1/3 cup toasted pecansRosemary sprigs for garnishing (if desired)Crackers or toasted baguette slices for serving Instructions Preheat the oven to 400 degrees (F) and line two baking sheets […]
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Serves 12 Ingredients French Toast: 1 pound loaf, stale rustic white bread cubed into 1-inch pieces (gluten-free bread may be substituted)2 cups milk (whole, 2%, or almond milk)4 eggs1/4 cup pure maple syrup2 tablespoons brown sugar1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1-1/2 cups fresh (or frozen) cranberries, divided Topping: 1/4 cup butter, cold and cut […]
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Ingredients Crust: 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted1/4 cup granulated sugar1 teaspoon vanilla1/4 teaspoon salt1 cup all-purpose flour Apple Pie Filling: 2 large apples, peeled, cored, and thinly sliced2 tablespoons all-purpose flour3 tablespoons brown sugar1/8 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon cinnamonPinch of cloves Topping: 1/2 cup old-fashioned oats1/3 cup packed brown sugar1/2 teaspoon cinnamon1/4 cup all-purpose flour1/4 teaspoon […]
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Makes 16 to 18 cupcakes Ingredients Cupcakes: 1 box vanilla cake mixIngredients called for on box: eggs, water, and oil1 teaspoon cinnamon1/4 teaspoon nutmeg Apple Pie Filling: 1 pound tart apples, peeled, cored, and chopped into 1/2-inch cubes2 tablespoons unsalted butter1/4 cup brown sugar1 teaspoons cinnamon1/4 teaspoon nutmeg1/4 teaspoon ground ginger1/2 teaspoon salt Buttercream Frosting: […]
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Makes 18 Ingredients Cookies: 1/2 cup vegan margarine (such as Earth Balance)2 tablespoons pure maple syrup1/2 teaspoon almond extract1/2 cup (2.2 ounces) confectioners’ sugar1/4 cup (1.1 ounces) cornstarch1/4 teaspoon salt1 1/2 cups (7.6 ounces) gluten-free cup-for-cup flour blend (scoop, shake, then level when measuring) Caramel: 3 tablespoons creamy almond butter (or creamy peanut butter)1 1/2 […]
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Makes approximately 5 dozen Ingredients Cookies:1/2 cup (4 ounces) unsalted butter, at room temperature1/2 cup hot chocolate mix1/3 cup brown sugar3/4 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon instant coffee (such as Starbucks VIA)1 large egg1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 teaspoon baking powder1 cup plus 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1 cup semi-sweet mini chocolate chips1/2 cup granulated sugar for rolling Garnish:Chocolate […]
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Makes 14 — 16 Ingredients Cookies: 1 (15.25 to 16.5 ounce) box red velvet cake mix 6 tablespoons melted unsalted butter, slightly cooled 2 large eggs 1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar Instructions Preheat the oven to 375 degrees (F). Line baking sheets with parchment paper. In a large bowl, mix together until well combined the red […]
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Ingredients 1 cup quick-cooking oats 1/4 cup all-purpose flour 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder 3/4 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup unsalted butter, room temperature 1 cup granulated sugar 1 egg 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Optional: 1/4 cup chocolate chips, your choice of white, semi-sweet, or dark Instructions In a medium bowl, mix together until well combined the oats, flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside. Cream together the butter and sugar until fluffy, […]
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Makes approximately 3 dozen Ingredients Cookies: 2 1/2 cups (12 ounces) all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon baking powder 1 teaspoon salt 1 3/4 cups granulated sugar 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon 1 teaspoon ground cardamom 1 teaspoon ground ginger 1/2 teaspoon ground allspice 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg 1/4 teaspoon fresh ground white pepper 1/4 […]