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February 2, 2019
dessert, chocolate, sweets
Rachel Nichols
Chocolate Truffles—Recipe Review

Truffles are rich and indulgent and taste like they are complicated to make—in reality they are one of the simplest desserts you can possibly imagine. This chocolate truffle recipe has a handful of ingredients and simple instructions.

Chocolate Truffles—Recipe Review
August 8, 2018
Rachel Nichols
Clafoutis, Sous Vide & Summer Nights—Recipe ...

An easy and impressive dish for any gathering, Clafoutis is perfect for brunch, alongside tea, or with ice-cream for dessert. Tartan’s recipe is spot on and comes together in minutes, and the best part: no crust needed!

Clafoutis, Sous Vide & Summer Nights—Recipe Review
January 11, 2018
Recipe Review
Rachel Nichols
Tartine Gougères—Recipe Review

Gougères are savory little puffs made from a simple variation on choux pastry. I was floored at how easy these pastries are to make and how impressive they are to eat, especially filled with ham and cheese. Read on for simple tips to make the process a little easier and get baking!

Tartine Gougères—Recipe Review
Rachel Nichols
March 28, 2019
baking, brunch

Buttermilk Scones—Recipe Review

Rachel Nichols
March 28, 2019
baking, brunch
Buttermilk Scones—Recipe Review

These flaky, buttery scones are a cinch to make at home and can be customized with your favorite dry or fresh fruit.

Tagged: recipe, baking, scones, easy

2 Comments
Rachel Nichols
February 2, 2019
dessert, chocolate, sweets

Chocolate Truffles—Recipe Review

Rachel Nichols
February 2, 2019
dessert, chocolate, sweets
Chocolate Truffles—Recipe Review

Truffles are rich and indulgent and taste like they are complicated to make—in reality they are one of the simplest desserts you can possibly imagine. This chocolate truffle recipe has a handful of ingredients and simple instructions.

Comment
Rachel Nichols
January 14, 2019

Soft Glazed Gingerbread Cookies—Recipe Review

Rachel Nichols
January 14, 2019
Soft Glazed Gingerbread Cookies—Recipe Review

Gingerbread flavor is the epitome of the holidays, and going the extra mile to decorate these makes a cookie that tastes as good as it looks. This easy recipe is full of flavor and perfect for gift-giving.

17 Comments
Rachel Nichols
November 19, 2018
baking, Recipe Review

Pumpkin Tea Cake—Tartine Recipe Review

Rachel Nichols
November 19, 2018
baking, Recipe Review
Pumpkin Tea Cake—Tartine Recipe Review

This is a great pumpkin bread recipe for the holidays and is perfect for anyone looking to get into baking without trying anything too complicated. It’s moist, packed with pumpkin spice flavor and great to have around to munch on while family is in town.

Tagged: sweets, bread, pumpkin, recipe

4 Comments
Rachel Nichols
October 10, 2018
chocolate, dessert, baking

Devil's Food Layer Cake—Recipe Review

Rachel Nichols
October 10, 2018
chocolate, dessert, baking
Devil's Food Layer Cake—Recipe Review

This recipe from Tartine combines an easy homemade chocolate cake base layered with ganache and homemade caramel. It’s moist and decadent, and would be the star of any celebration or birthday party.

1 Comment
Rachel Nichols
September 16, 2018

Apple Crisp—Recipe Review

Rachel Nichols
September 16, 2018
Apple Crisp—Recipe Review

When there isn’t time for pie, apple crisp is the way to go. It doesn’t require making a pie crust, and the dish comes together in the fraction of the time. So grab a friend and get peeling!

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Rachel Nichols
August 30, 2018
chocolate, dessert

How To Make Chocolate Friands—Recipe Review

Rachel Nichols
August 30, 2018
chocolate, dessert
How To Make Chocolate Friands—Recipe Review

These decadent bites are mouthwatering and truly satisfying with a creamy chocolate ganache topped on a lovely textured cake. You can eat just one to get that chocolate craving satisfied, but who’s stopping you? Here are four tips for making this simple recipe even easier.

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Rachel Nichols
August 13, 2018

Orange Chiffon Cake—Recipe Review

Rachel Nichols
August 13, 2018
Orange Chiffon Cake—Recipe Review

In this installment, I’ll be reviewing Orange Chiffon cake, a variation of Tartine’s Basic Chiffon Cake recipe. Light and airy with a vibrant citrus flavor, this is a great recipe to have under your belt.

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Rachel Nichols
August 8, 2018

Clafoutis, Sous Vide & Summer Nights—Recipe Review

Rachel Nichols
August 8, 2018
Clafoutis, Sous Vide & Summer Nights—Recipe Review

An easy and impressive dish for any gathering, Clafoutis is perfect for brunch, alongside tea, or with ice-cream for dessert. Tartan’s recipe is spot on and comes together in minutes, and the best part: no crust needed!

Comment
Rachel Nichols
July 30, 2018
cookies, dessert, sweets, baking

Tartine Shortbread—Recipe Review

Rachel Nichols
July 30, 2018
cookies, dessert, sweets, baking
Tartine Shortbread—Recipe Review

This shortbread recipe comes together in no time, is rich and buttery, with a crumbly melt in your mouth texture.

Comment
Rachel Nichols
February 17, 2018
cookies, sweets, dessert, chocolate

Tartine Chocolate Oatmeal Walnut Cookies—Recipe Review

Rachel Nichols
February 17, 2018
cookies, sweets, dessert, chocolate
Tartine Chocolate Oatmeal Walnut Cookies—Recipe Review

These Chocolate Oatmeal Walnut Cookies from Tartine are the real deal. Soft, chewy, with plenty of texture and flavor. Use these 4 easy tips from the recipe to make any cookie the best cookie ever.

5 Comments
Rachel Nichols
January 22, 2018
Recipe Review

Tartine Frangipane Tart—Recipe Review

Rachel Nichols
January 22, 2018
Recipe Review
Tartine Frangipane Tart—Recipe Review

While frangipane cream is not very well known to the home baker, its mildly sweet flavor and versatile nature makes it a welcomed addition to any baker's repertoire. I tested Tartine's famous bakery's version of the recipe, to see what all the fuss is about.

Tagged: Baking, tart, frangipane, fall

Rachel Nichols
January 11, 2018
Recipe Review

Tartine Gougères—Recipe Review

Rachel Nichols
January 11, 2018
Recipe Review
Tartine Gougères—Recipe Review

Gougères are savory little puffs made from a simple variation on choux pastry. I was floored at how easy these pastries are to make and how impressive they are to eat, especially filled with ham and cheese. Read on for simple tips to make the process a little easier and get baking!

Tagged: Baking, recipe, fall, snack

Rachel Nichols
November 29, 2017
Recipe Review

Tartine Eclairs—Recipe Review

Rachel Nichols
November 29, 2017
Recipe Review
Tartine Eclairs—Recipe Review

While Eclairs aren't my go to when it comes to favorite desserts, this recipe taught classic pastry methods, and the finished product is an impressive dessert (or midnight snack).

Tagged: Eclair, Baking, Chocolate, Pastry Cream, fall

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