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The Canelé Quest

February 20, 2013January 11, 2017 baking, caneles, sweets

A canelé (or cannelé) is a little french pastry I've heard very aptly described as crème brûlée in a bite sized cake. Well, they aren't actually cakes (although some people consider the mini ones petit fours), but they are more solid than a custard. They originate from the Bordeaux region of... Read More

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Can you use store-bought liquid egg whites in macarons? My first attempt.

February 18, 2013January 11, 2017 baking, cookies, macarons, sweets

I am breaking the rules today. If you are like me, every time you make macarons you have to figure out what to do with all those leftover egg yolks. There are entire blogs dedicated to just that question. Yes, I've made pasta and custards and carbonara, but come on,... Read More

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Madeleines

February 13, 2013September 1, 2016 baking, breakfast, cakes, cookies, sweets

For years, my favorite snack to go along with my Starbucks grande vanilla latte, was a package of madeleines. These little shell shaped cookie cakes are delicate, spongy and delicious, so I knew I had to make them. Wouldn't you know it, these babies are pretty easy to make and... Read More

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Superbowl Macarons

February 8, 2013July 29, 2016 baking, cookies, macarons, pastry, sweets

Happy Superbowl! In honor of the Baltimore Ravens and the San Francisco 49ers, I give you Superbowl macarons. I was planning on attempting the Italian method macarons again, so when my hubby and I decided to host a Superbowl party, I figured it was time for more macaron experimentation.... Read More

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My New Challenge, Italian Meringue Method Macarons

February 8, 2013January 11, 2017 baking, cookies, macarons, sweets

When I started making macarons, I researched recipes everywhere. I decided to start with the French meringue method, but there are several ways people make these darling treats. I've been a little obsessed with Pierre Herme, every classic french pastry recipe I've researched recently has referenced him and his techniques, so... Read More

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My Current Macaron Recipe Plus Tips/Tricks

February 5, 2013October 10, 2017 baking, cookies, macarons, pastry, sweets

It took an entire week to find a macaron recipe that consistently worked. Once I started making French macarons, I couldn't stop. I wanted to try new flavors, new colors, new techniques. For a few months it was an obsession. I dragged my husband across New York City and tried... Read More

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The Great Macaron Challenge, Part 4

February 4, 2013January 11, 2017 baking, cookies, macarons, sweets

It was nearing the end of my week and after three days in a row creating disappointing macaron disasters, I had finally gotten it right. I successfully made my first macarons! The Great Macaron Challenge was finally complete! Unable to eat another pistachio macaron, I went back to vanilla and... Read More

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The Great Macaron Challenge, Part 3

February 4, 2013January 11, 2017 cookies, macarons, sweets

I did not title this series the Great Macaron challenge for nothing. They say "the third time's the charm," and I was hoping it was true. After two days of macaron failures, I was bound and determined to get these cookies right. Boy, was I in for a disappointment.... Read More

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The Great Macaron Challenge, Part 2

February 4, 2013January 11, 2017 baking, cookies, macarons, sweets

After failed attempt #1, I reviewed recipes online and decided to try again. This time, I figured I'd do pistachio macarons (pistachio was my favorite flavor, I thought it would give me motivation). So, armed with a better recipe (or so I hoped) I set about making the new batch... Read More

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The Great Macaron Challenge, Part 1

February 3, 2013January 11, 2017 baking, cookies, macarons, sweets

If you are unfamiliar with French macarons, they are delicate and delicious meringue-based cookie sandwiches. Famous makers include Laduree, Bouchon Bakery and Pierre Herme. I love these little cookies and in an attempt to create the object of my desire (not to mention save my wallet, these cookies usually cost... Read More