Puddings in England are any dessert – except for cookies which are called biscuits! Confusing, I know. So, these “puddings” are actually little date cakes with a caramel like glaze. These sticky date puddings are perfect with a cup of tea on cold winter evening. A perfect British dessert for trimming the tree!
Potato Galettes
Ready for something other than mashed potatoes? Try these delicious potato galettes as an alternative to standard potato side dishes. They are simple to make and, best of all, can be made in advance and heated when you are ready to serve them!
Pumpkin Walnut Muffins
These pumpkin walnut muffins are so moist and delicious they can be made the night before and warmed lightly in the morning. Perfect when the oven is full of turkey or you are opening presents!
Caramel Walnut Tart
This rich, decadent caramel walnut tart is a wonderful addition to your holiday repertoire. It can be made well in advance to free you up for other activities like carving the turkey or trimming the tree!
Steamed Pumpkin Puddings
If you are looking for a dessert other than pie for your Thanksgiving table this is a superb choice. The batter can be made in advance and then the steamed pumpkin puddings can bake while you are enjoying the turkey. A simple caramel sauce, whipped cream, and a bit of our cranberry jam makes for a lovely presentation that takes no time to assemble.
Holiday Pie Primer
There is perhaps no other pastry that causes more frustration and heartache for bakers than pie – specifically the crust. I struggled for years to figure out why it was so difficult! Now I can pass some helpful hints on to you. This holiday pie primer is intended to help you improve your pie making skills this holiday season! There is a great deal of information here and links to other posts on this blog as well. Keep bakeitfab.com at your side and enjoy your holiday pie projects!
Sweet Potato Harvest Rolls
This recipe for sweet potato harvest rolls is posted by special request. One of the most popular items during the holidays at my bakery, these soft, fragrant yeast rolls are sure to be a welcome addition to your holiday table!
Cranberry Jam
The holidays are fast approaching and making this colorful, tart jam helped me get in the spirit. Cranberry jam is quick to make and works as well at the breakfast table as it does at the dinner table.
Apple Almond Buttermilk Muffins
Fall has arrived and, with it, an abundance of crisp, delicious apples. These apple almond buttermilk muffins are moist and fragrant – great for a simple breakfast or special enough to serve on Thanksgiving morning while watching the parade!
Lemon Olive Oil Shortbread
The Amalfi coast of Italy has some of the most fragrant, delicious lemons in the world as well as some of the best olive oil. These lemon olive oil shortbread cookies combine both to make an Italian treat you can’t stop eating!