Averie Cooks

Pumpkin Spice Cupcakes with Marshmallow Buttercream Frosting

by Averie Sunshine on November 7, 2012

Sometimes I have a little bit of pumpkin puree leftover in the bottom of the can and wonder what I’m going to do with it. Too much to toss, but not...

Cinnamon Swirl Bread

by Averie Sunshine on November 6, 2012

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I adore cinnamon and like vanilla extract, I love cinnamon so much that I always add extra to a recipe and rarely bother measuring it. If a recipe calls for one...

New York Times Chocolate Chips Cookies {from Jacques Torres}

by Averie Sunshine on November 5, 2012

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I’ve been wanting to make the New York Times Chocolate Chip Cookies since 2008 and finally got around to it. Better late than never. The Times recipe is adapted from Jacques...

Pure Vanilla Cookbook Giveaway

by Averie Sunshine on November 4, 2012

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I recently received a copy of Shauna Server’s second book, Pure Vanilla: Irresistible Recipes and Essential Techniques Pure Vanilla celebrates vanilla in all its glory with a stunning array of recipes...

Vanilla Bean Sampler Pack and Glass Jar Giveaway

by Averie Sunshine on November 3, 2012

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I am a serious vanilla fanatic and these vanilla beans from Beanilla are simply the best I’ve ever used. High quality, fresh, soft, supple, fragrant, and perfect for any of my...

Homemade Vanilla Extract

by Averie Sunshine on November 2, 2012

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I love the scent of vanilla in anything from candles to soap and the flavor of vanilla in baked goods and desserts is second to none. If a recipe calls for...

Cranberry Bliss Bars

by Averie Sunshine on November 1, 2012

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I love Starbucks Cranberry Bliss Bars but they’re a seasonal item and as fast as magically appear in the bakery cases this time of year, they can disappear just as fast,...

October 2012 Recipes

by Averie Sunshine on October 31, 2012

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It’s the end of the month and time to recap the noteworthy recipes and events from the month: Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Bundt Cake with Chocolate Ganache – My favorite cake recipe...

Outback Steakhouse Wheat Bread {Copycat Recipe}

by Averie Sunshine on October 30, 2012

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When Scott and I first started dating and were newly married, I loved going to Outback Steakhouse on date nights. Not for the steak because I haven’t had steak in over...

Nanaimo Bars

by Averie Sunshine on October 29, 2012

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I’ve been wanting to make Nanaimo bars for ages and finally got around to it. If you’ve never heard of Nanaimo bars, that’s okay. Now you may just crave something you...