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This delicious seasonal dessert looks as impressive as it is delicious.
Adapted from from Fine CookingNot too sweet, with a brownie-like center and a crispy exterior.
Inspired by Cooking Light Cinnamon-infused crust filled with creamy chocolate, topped with homemade whipped cream.
Adapted from Bon AppétitMelt tahini with chocolate in whatever shade you please for a glossy bittersweet filling that will sandwich together rich cocoa shortbreads.
From The Wednesday Chef on FOOD52Super moist with full-flavored hits from almond, lemon & loads of apples.
Adapted from The Gourmet Cookie Book: The Single Best Recipe from Each Year 1941-2009
Inspired by Ina Garten's recipe found in Barefoot Contessa: Make It AheadUpgraded all-time favorite with saltiness & sweetness; chewiness & crunchiness.
Based on a recipe at Williams-Sonoma KitchenWith a spoonful of spiced apple filling and a dollop of maple whipped cream, these are a crowd-pleasing special treat.
Adapted from Eating WellFragrant cinnamon bun-like topping makes this homemade apple pie even more special!
Adapted from Dorie Greenspan in Baking: From My Home to YoursDelicious not-too-sweet coffee-flavored treats, generously laced with bits of chocolate.
Make these awesome muffins your way - regular or gluten-free.
Recipe from America's Test Kitchen The Best Mediterranean Summer Recipes Lovely light dessert; perfect for warm-weather gatherings.
Adapted from Ina Garten in Barefoot Contessa At HomeDelicious either way - with gluten or without.
Adapted from Ina Garten's recipe in Barefoot Contessa Back to Basicsand from the view from great island
Based on a recipe by Ina Garten, found in Barefoot Contessa Family StyleFor a time-saver, use pre-made refrigerated pie crust.
Recipe from Einkorn: Recipes for Nature's Original Wheat: A CookbookThese cookies store very well and are a nice choice for those who avoid eating dairy & eggs.
Recipe from Better Homes & GardensOne sugar cookie dough recipe using several distinct techniques yields endless sweet ways to say "I love you.
Compliments of the Smugeresky FamilyFor that special occasion.
Recipe from Ina Garten's book, Cook Like A ProStart with plump olives, add garlic, herbs, orange zest & good olive oil.