Is it just me or does the song “Pour Some Sugar on Me” come to mind when seeing this picture? In case you haven’t heard, Domino® Sugar has done it again! They have created a fantastic product called “Golden Sugar”, and it is the next big thing! Golden Sugar is a less-processed alternative to traditional white sugar (read: more cake…
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All that Glitters- 24k Gold Raspberry Macarons
We all deserve to treat ourselves every now and then, and when I say “treat yourself”, I mean indulge in life’s finest desserts. Not sure what makes macarons so tantalizing— maybe it’s the jewel tone colors, the decadent fillings or the fact that the most romantic city (aka Paris) has perfected them. My take on this elegant dessert involves raspberries,…
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Top 5 Macaron Tips
The macaron (or “Macs” as I call them) can be a tricky dessert to make. I mean even the name itself can be tricky to say, so they get a bad rap if you know what I mean. Most people steer clear of making these little devils, and I have seen more times that I can count that people are…
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Spotlight: Pistachio Buttercream
Ohh pistachios! Such a versatile nut that can take so many desserts to an elevated level. Whether it’s ice cream to buttercream, pistachios have a way of making your tastebuds crave more and more. With pistachio’s growing popularity, it is only natural that one of my most requested macaron flavors is pistachio! I received so many requests for this recipe…
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Spotlight: #NoHollows Macarons
Every baker has that moment where it comes time to taste your wonderful macaron creation, and that first bite is nothing but air. It is so frustrating right? All that hard work, patience, and following the recipe exactly and yet they still don’t come out right. So what gives?? After having had this experience many, many times, I really tried…
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