Averie Cooks

Vanilla Bean Sampler Pack and Glass Jar Giveaway

by Averie Sunshine on November 3, 2012

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...

South Beach Bars Sampler Pack Giveaway

by Averie Sunshine on October 28, 2012

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The South Beach Diet wants to be sure you’re not deprived of great sweet treats this holiday season and has been busy formulating new bars that are delicious, nutritious, and that...

Cuisinart for Keurig Single Cup Coffee Maker Giveaway

by Averie Sunshine on October 27, 2012

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I recently received this Cuisinart Single-Cup Home Brewing System Designed for Keurig K-Cup Beverages Keurig has partnered with Cuisinart, one of the most trusted names in culinary appliances, to create a...

Blueberry Yogurt Cake with Lemon Vanilla Glaze

by Averie Sunshine on October 26, 2012

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I used to live dangerously close to a grocery store with an in-store bakery and they made the best yogurt cakes. Dense, rich, sweet, moist, and everything I could wish for...

Thursday Things

by Averie Sunshine on October 25, 2012

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Time for this week’s Thursday Things: 1. I’ve become obsessed with researching, making, and baking bread. I’ve ordered books, including this one that was just delivered earlier today. With 1000+ nearly...