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Baklava Recipe, Honey Baklava, How to Make Best Baklava. Save This honey baklava is flaky, crisp and tender and I love that it isn’t overly sweet. It’s basically a party in your mouth. I am a huge fan of baklava and this is the BEST baklava recipe I have ever tried. Hands down. This post may contain affiliate links. You will love the hint of mellow lemony flavor which offsets the sweetness and compliments the cinnamon.

Easy Lemon Cream Danish. Jul 30 Easy Lemon Cream Danish This Easy Lemon Cream Danish is the perfect breakfast!

Easy Lemon Cream Danish

These are done in minutes using Pillsbury Crescent Rolls, perfect for on the go. Last Saturday night we took Jordan to her first concert: Zendaya at the state fair. She was SO excited, because Shake it Up is her favorite show. I must say, attending a tween concert at a state fair is very…interesting. Really, if you’re over the age of 25 and have a pack of tween girls with you, then (1) you are too old to wear a tube top and daisy dukes, (2) you really should cut down on the beer you get at the beer garden beforehand and (3) standing on your chair is not appropriate. Also, if you happen to be watching from the bar next to the grandstand, and I rush by you on my (third) trip to the potty with a tween, I will blog about you if you’re totally rocking out Madonna style, eyes closed, with your (I assume) 5th very full glass of red wine.

{No judgement, though. After a late night, we needed a yummy breakfast. Quick Crescent Baklava – Lady Behind the Curtain. A nice alternative to the traditional Baklava.

Quick Crescent Baklava – Lady Behind the Curtain

This recipe is easy to make with tons of walnut and honey flavor! This recipe comes from a Pillsbury contest in 1980-Annette Erbeck. Cookie Butter Morning Buns. Mini Cake Batter Cinnamon Buns (no yeast). - Sallys Baking Addiction. No-yeast mini cinnamon buns flavored with cake batter and topped with sprinkles.

Mini Cake Batter Cinnamon Buns (no yeast). - Sallys Baking Addiction

I like to call them “birthday cake” cinnamon buns! Let’s start today off with, what I like to call, a breakfast of champions. Because anything with sprinkles involved is a champion in my book. Cherry Cheesecake Breakfast Bundles. Easy Lemon Sweet Rolls. Jan 23 Easy Lemon Sweet Rolls Looking for a fast breakfast?

Easy Lemon Sweet Rolls

These EASY Lemon Sweet Rolls only take about 10 minutes to make – no yeast, no rise – just delicious breakfast! I am always sometimes impatient. I want things to happen now. Cherry Danish Dessert: Guest Post for Cookistry. Almond Joy Crescent Rolls. May 22 Almond Joy Crescent Rolls {Pssst…it’s still Almond Joy Week round these parts.

Almond Joy Crescent Rolls

You excited??} I love to travel. Sugar Crumb Crispy. Apple Cheesecake Bundles. I used to make this in a large braid.

Apple Cheesecake Bundles

But let me tell you all, I love delicious shortcuts. All the way down to using Crunchpak apples. I recently won some free product coupons on Crunchpak’s facebook page, and having used their apples in the past I love the convenience and taste in baked goods. I also love that I can make these in bundles for the same delicious taste in one lovely single serve bundle. And yes, of course, you can bake these up and freeze them. Speaking of company, I’m going to have a house full of guests this weekend. Easy Eggnog Pinwheels. Easy Almond Danish - Modern Christian Homemaker. Moroccan Spicy Sweet Apple Croissants - MarocMama. It feels like fall has been slowly making an appearance here.

Moroccan Spicy Sweet Apple Croissants - MarocMama

Summer was long and hot, a very un-traditional Midwestern summer. In July local apple orchards began reporting they wouldn’t have apples available to pick, they were expecting the trees wouldn’t produce because of the fruit. Thankfully some were diligent with watering and have opened for fall apple picking. Finally the nights are dipping near freezing and slowly we’re seeing the leaves begin to turn. I love this time of year, apples, pumpkins and squash, hot cocoa, sweaters and cool nights. Easy Strawberry Sweet Rolls. Caramel Apple Cinna-minis - Crumbs and Chaos. Biscoff Peach Empanadas. Easy Peach Turnovers - Hezzi-D's Books and Cooks. Crescent Rolls with Pumpkin Puree, Pecans, and Brown Sugar. By now you’ve probably grown so tired of reading about the different ways to roast a turkey, which green bean casserole version to make, and the controversy surrounding whether or not to stuff the bird.

Crescent Rolls with Pumpkin Puree, Pecans, and Brown Sugar

But I couldn’t resist getting one more recipe in. Taking the week off from blogging did cross my mind, but then I figured nobody is concentrating on work anyway. Faux Cronuts - Heather's French Press. Apple Dumplings. My mom visited a month ago, and just before she left I called her and said, “Mom?”

Apple Dumplings

The End. No, that wasn’t really the end. Crescent Pumpkin Pie recipe. Blueberry Cream Cheese Danish - Like Mother, Like Daughter. Cinnamon Crescent Twists. Do you kids ask for food ALL.

Cinnamon Crescent Twists

DAY. LONG? Mine do. I admit it gets a little annoying, but we finally set up some snack bins in the pantry that the kids know they are always allowed to have if they just ask. Here Are Four Ways To Make Incredibly Beautiful Desserts With Puff Pastry. Pumpkin Cannoli by The Redhead Baker. These aren’t your traditional cannoli — pumpkin cannoli combines mascarpone, pumpkin and spices for an easy yet impressive no-bake dessert. #PumpkinWeek is here again and we can’t be more excited. Hosted by Terri from Love and Confections, 19 Bloggers will be sharing 65 pumpkin-filled recipes over the course of the week. Be sure to come back every day to see all the delicious creations — from muffins to cakes, cocktails, breakfast baked goods, savory pastas and stews, and gluten-free recipes too. This Pastry Ring Might Look Complicated, But It’s Actually A Breeze to Make! – 12 Tomatoes.

While we love any number of flaky pastry confections, we’re particularly partial to those made with almonds. Chocolate croissants are delicious, but almond croissants? So. Good. Easy Raspberry Tart Recipe. Difficulty:Easy | Total Time: | Makes:6 to 8 servings Using a sheet of parchment paper makes rolling out and baking this slightly sweet pie crust easy because it eliminates the need to transfer the dough from the counter to a tart pan. Pile in a filling of raspberries coated with lime zest, freshly squeezed lime juice, sugar, and cornstarch and bake until bubbly and browned. Special equipment: You’ll need a pastry brush for this recipe. For the dough: 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour3 tablespoons granulated sugar1/4 teaspoon fine salt10 tablespoons cold unsalted butter (1 1/4 sticks), cut into small pieces5 to 7 tablespoons ice water For the filling and baking: All-purpose flour, for dusting1/2 cup granulated sugar4 teaspoons cornstarch1/2 teaspoon finely grated lime zest (from 1 medium lime)1/8 teaspoon fine salt1 pound fresh raspberries (not frozen) 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lime juiceWater2 teaspoons coarse-grained sugar, such as Demerara or turbinado (optional) For the filling and baking:

Rustic Blueberry Tart Recipe.