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This scrumptious Hungarian Marzipan Mocha Cake is steeped in culture and history and above all, is the perfect blend of flavors. It’s a tender sponge filled with creamy homemade almond marzipan, layered with crunchy toasted almond slices and enrobed in a velvety, rich chocolate mocha frosting. In addition, it’s an easy-to-make indulgent experience that elevates…
READ MOREThis delightful tart recipe feels like a true treasure, discovered tucked away in a file of old recipes that belonged to my husband’s grandmother from Budapest. Lovingly typed in Hungarian, this recipe is a glimpse into the past, and its personal connection makes it all the more special. The name of this confection in Hungarian…
READ MOREThese delightful Raspberry Coconut Lafayette Cakes were a beloved staple of my childhood, created by our family bakery, Sugar & Spice. I haven’t tasted them in years, but the memory of their irresistible flavors stayed with me, sparking a desire to recreate them-and even elevate the taste I remember. The cake itself is moist and…
READ MORESome recipes just have a way of making you feel like you’re home, and for my husband Doug, Lillian’s Grasshopper Pie is one of those. Every time his family visited his grandparents in northern Michigan, they’d be greeted by this vibrant green, velvety pie with a crisp deep chocolate crust. The filling is light, airy,…
READ MOREJewish Apple Cake is one of my favorite celebrations of the fall season. It has a moist texture and rich flavor, both of which are enhanced by an added burst of delicious, gooey cinnamon-sugar apples. Traditionally made in a tube or bundt pan, I find making it as a quick bread is a nice alternative…
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