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  • Sourdough Bagels

    This recipe is being posted by popular request! I had a large amount of people asking me if I could make bagels. I had made yeasted bagels in the past but I wanted to switch that recipe to sourdough and I’m so glad I did. These taste absolutely amazing. I have been either making breakfast sandwiches or doing cream cheese bagels and its been highlights in my day.

    Tips and Tricks

    I have a few tips and tricks with this recipe. The best way to get more flavor is for the dough to rest longer in the fridge after making it. Its easy to do but just requires a little foresight. I would also recommend watching a few videos on bagel shaping so you can get a feel for how to do it. It can be a bit tricky but after a few tries you’ll have it nailed down. The biggest issue I had was over proofing the bagels once they were shaped. If you do that, then you will have very flat bagels. They still taste good but functionally don’t work too well.

    Toppings and Substitutions

    For toppings, I personally love a plain bagel but here are some other really good options.

    • Everything Bagel Seasoning
    • Sesame Seeds
    • Flakey Salt
    • Pumpkin Seeds
    • Poppy Seeds

    One optional substitution you can make is to make these bagels whole wheat. Replace 1/2 cup of the bread flour with your favorite whole wheat flour and you now have whole wheat bagels. I like to make these for a bit of variety when I have bagels.

    Sourdough Bagels

    • Servings: 5 bagles
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    A perfect vehicle for cream cheese or to make an amazing breakfast sandwich.




    Ingredients

      Dough
    • 2 cups (260 grams) of Bread Flour
    • 100 grams of Sourdough Discard
    • 3/4 cup (180 grams) of Warm Water
    • 1 Tablespoon (15 grams) of Brown Sugar
    • 1 Teaspoon (4 grams) of Salt

      • For Boiling and Topping

    • 2 quarts of Water
    • 1/4 cup (50 grams) of Brown Sugar
    • 1 Tablespoon (12 grams) of Salt
    • 1 Egg (50 grams) and a tablespoon of water
    • Preferred Bagel Toppings


    Directions

    1. In a large bowl add in sourdough discard, water, brown sugar, and salt. Mix until combined. Then add in the flour and fold until a shaggy ball of dough appears. About 3 minutes. Let it rest covered for 15 minutes to 1 hour.
    2. After resting knead the dough for a few minutes and then shape into a ball. Place in an oiled bowl or container that is more than twice the size of the dough ball. It will rise a lot and you don’t want a dough explosion.
      3. 3.Cover and place in the fridge overnight or up to 2 days. Degas and knead the dough at least once a day if doing a rest longer than overnight.
    3. After the rest, pull the dough out of the fridge and let it rest for 2 hours. This will allow it to come to room temperature and make it easier to shape. Once warmed up, Lightly flour your work surface and shape the dough into a ball. Split the ball into 5 even chunks.
    4. Shape each dough chunk into a small ball. Do this by laying it flat with your hand, and then pull one edge to the middle, turn and repeat until a ball form. Roll in a little flour and place seam side up on your work surface. Let it rest and shape the other 4 dough balls.
    5. Put a few droplets of water on the seam and then place the seam down on an unfloured work surface. It should stick slightly. Then cup the ball with your hand and spin it on the work surface. This will tighten the ball. Roll in flour and place of to the side. Do the other 4 and once done let them rest for 10 minutes.
    6. Grab the first dough ball and poke a hole in the center. Push through and then expand the hole until it is double the size you think it should be for a bagel. It will shrink. Set aside and do the others.
    7. Once all of them are shaped. Time to get some water boiling. While the water is starting to warm up in the pot. Add in the sugar and salt and stir. Once the water is boiling, place in one bagel. Let it boil on one side for a minute and then flip. Let it boil for another minute. Remove with a slotted spoon or spatula and let the water drip off. Place on a baking spray lined baking sheet and repeat with the other bagels.
    8. Once all the bagels are boiled, preheat the oven to 425F. Make up an egg wash and with a pastry brush, paint the bagels. Add on any toppings you would like. Place in the oven for 25 to 30 minutes.
    9. Remove from pan and let cool on a cooling rack until room temperature. They are good covered at room temperature for up to a week or freezing them works as well. Enjoy!

    Nutrition


    Per Serving:
    225 calories;
    0g fat;
    48g carbohydrates;
    9g protein;

  • Peanut Butter Blossoms

    When I start thinking about the holidays and what cookies I want to make, these are some of the first ones that come to mind. I remember having them almost every year at family Christmas parties and I always would eat so many. So when as soon as it started to get cold here this year, I started thinking about these cookies and decided that I should share the recipe!

    These are complete classics. Nothing out of the ordinary here. The only item I have to comment on is that you should try different toppings. Kisses and mini peanut butter cups are the traditional ones for me but they make so many different chocolate kiss flavors these days you could really try something different. Make sure to let me know if you find a fun new combo!

    Peanut Butter Blossoms

    • Servings: 24 cookies
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    The classic holiday party cookie, something everyone will enjoy!




    Ingredients

      Dough
    • 1 1/4 cup (150 grams) of All-Purpose Flour
    • 1/4 cup (50 grams) of Sugar
    • 1/2 cup (100 grams) of Brown Sugar
    • 1/4 teaspoon (1 gram) of Salt
    • 1/2 (2 grams) of Baking Soda
    • 1 stick (112 grams) of Softened Unsalted Butter
    • 1 Egg (50 grams)
    • 1 teaspoon of Vanilla Extract
    • 24 chocolate kiss candies or mini peanut butter cups

      • Coating

    • 1/2 cup (100 grams) of Sugar


    Directions

    1. In a large mixing bowl, add in the flour, salt, and baking soda. Stir until combined. Set aside.
    2. In another bowl, cream the butter with a stand mixer or electric mixer with a paddle attachment for about 1 minute. Add in brown sugar and sugar and cream for another 2 minutes or so.
    3. Add in the egg and mix until combined. Then add peanut butter and vanilla and mix until smooth.
    4. Add in flour mixture and mix on low until combined. Cover and let cool for 1 hour and up to 3 days in the refrigerator. Place your chocolate kisses or peanut butter cups in the fridge as well.
    5. When you are ready to make some cookies, preheat your oven to 350F.
    6. Prep your pans by either spraying them with cooking spray or using parchment paper or silicone mats. In a small bowl, add in the 100 grams of sugar for coating.
    7. Scoop about a tablespoon of dough and form into a ball. Roll it in the sugar and then place on the baking sheet. Press them slightly into the sheet and then repeat for the rest.
    8. Place in the oven and bake for about 10 to 12 minutes or until they start to crack. Remove from the oven and let sit for a minute. Then place the chilled kisses or peanut butter cups on top. Let them cool on a cooling rack.
    9. Once they are cooled, they will stay fresh for up to a week at room temperature as long as they are covered.

    Nutrition


    Per Serving:
    110 calories;
    5g fat;
    15g carbohydrates;
    1g protein;

  • Pumpkin Scones

    Thanksgiving may be over but pumpkin still has some great uses besides pumpkin pie. I would recommend making some scones with those leftover cans of pumpkin puree that you bought way too many and need to use. I would honestly go out and buy a can just to make these. It would even make a double batch! These are great anytime of year and best served with a cup of coffee. Perfect for a mid morning pick me up.

    These are pretty straight forward and easy. Especially if you have made my chocolate chip scones. They are very similar because the pumpkin scones were just a variation of the chocolate chip ones but it was time for it to have its own recipe. The only thing to really note on these is that you can add in chocolate chips, butterscotch chips, maple chips, or something similar but they are really good without as well. You can always give both a try!

    Pumpkin Scones

    • Servings: 16 scones
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    The perfect pairing with your pumpkin spiced latte.




    Ingredients

      Dough
    • 2 3/4 cup (330 grams) of All-Purpose Flour
    • 1/3 cup (67 grams) of Brown Sugar
    • 3/4 teaspoon (3 grams) of Salt
    • 1 tablespoon (12 grams) of Baking Powder
    • 2 teaspoons (5 grams) of Pumpkin Pie Spice
    • 2 teaspoons (5 grams) of Cinnamon Powder
    • 1 stick (112 grams) of Cold Unsalted Butter
    • 2 Eggs (100 grams)
    • 2/3 cup (152 grams) Pumpkin Puree
    • 1/4 cup (50 grams) of Half & Half
    • 1/4 cup (50 grams) of Mini Chocolate Chips or Butterscotch Chips(optional)


    Directions

    1. In a large mixing bowl, add in the flour, sugar, salt, cinnamon, pumpkin pie spice and baking powder. Stir until combined.
    2. Cut the butter into small cubes, about the size of a pea, and add to the flour mixture. Work in the butter until the mixture is crumbly but it does not have to be perfect. I normally break up the butter and try to get as much flour covering the butter as possible. Breaking apart the butter cubes with my fingers until I get a semi uniform texture. About 5 minutes should do the trick.
    3. Optionally, add in some mini chocolate chips or butterscotch chips for a little extra fun.
    4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, pumpkin, and half & half. Whisk until combined. Then add to the flour mixture.
    5. Mix everything together with a spatula until a dough forms. You may need more half & half, add in only a teaspoon at a time because it will go from really dry to wet very quickly. The dough should be more on the drier side but you want all the flour moist.
    6. I recommend using a scone pan as you will get the best looking scones but I will go over how to make them without as well. For the scone pan, using a cookie scoop, scoop in about a tablespoon of dough and press into the pan. Repeat until the pan is full.
    7. If you do not have a scone pan, split the dough into two dough balls and then flatten into circles about 6″ in diameter. Then using a bench scrapper, split each circle into six wedges and separate them from each other with a small gap.
    8. Place the scones into the freezer for 30 minutes or so to rest. This will give the best texture. More flaky and tender.
    9. Bake in the oven at 425F for 20 minutes or so until they are a light golden brown. Remove form the pan and let them cool.
    10. To store, wait until they are completely cool place them in an airtight container and they will store at room temp for a few days.

    Nutrition


    Per Serving:
    240 calories;
    13g fat;
    32g carbohydrates;
    5g protein;

  • Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars

    I first saw these bars at a Friendsgiving party and I absolutely fell in love with them immediately. Its all the best parts of pumpkin pie but fancier and more complex flavors. The tang from the sour cream compliments the sugar in the pumpkin pie and then the crust is perfect to bite through giving a great experience all the way. For someone who wants something a bit different for Thanksgiving but still wants a pumpkin dessert, these are the treat for you. I made them for Thanksgiving this year and I am sure I will be making them again next year because they were a big hit. I ate three the night I first had them and three more on Thanksgiving. They are way too addicting, maybe you shouldn’t make them for your Thanksgiving and you should just make them for yourself instead. You won’t regret it.

    These are pretty straight forward and pretty fun to make. The only tips and tricks I have for this one is a substitution for the vanilla extra for vanilla bean paste but that can be hard to find. Either work! The other item to note is the optional cinnamon boost. I found without the extra cinnamon they were a bit lacking but I made it optional because not everyone likes a lot of cinnamon. The last item for these is maybe consider a double batch because they will go quick!

    Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars

    • Servings: 16 bars
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    A remix of a classic. These are perfect if you like pumpkin pie but want something a little fancier




    Ingredients

      Crust Layer
    • 2 cups (240 grams) of all-purpose flour
    • 1 cup (113 grams) of powdered sugar
    • 2 sticks (220 grams) of softened unsalted butter

      • Pumpkin Layer

    • 8 oz (225 grams) of softened cream cheese
    • 3/4 cup (150 grams) of sugar
    • 15 oz (425 grams) of pumpkin puree
    • 2 teaspoons (5 grams) of pumpkin pie spice
    • 2 teaspoons (5 grams) of cinnamon powder(optional)
    • 3 eggs (150 grams) at room temperature

      • Cheesecake Topping

    • 2 cups (450 grams) of sour cream
    • 1/2 cup (100 grams) of sugar
    • 1/2 teaspoon (3 grams) of vanilla extract


    Directions

    1. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees and then line a 9×9 baking pan with parchment paper.
    2. In a large bowl mix together the flour and sugar for the crust until combined. Then cut the softened butter into small cubes and incorporate the butter into the flour mixture until a wet sand like mixture forms. About 5 mins or so.
    3. Press the dough into the pan lined with parchment until an even layer forms. If the dough is too thick for your liking, remove some and use in some test baking or to have a small snack for yourself. Just make sure you have an even layer in your pan.
    4. Place the pan in the oven and bake for 25 to 30 minutes. It should start to be turning brown.
    5. In a large bowl or in a stand mixer, mix together softened cream cheese, sugar, pumpkin puree, pumpkin pie spice, cinnamon, and eggs until well combined. Use the paddle in a stand mixer or beaters with an electric mixer.
    6. Pour this over the baked crust right after it came out of the oven and bake for 35 to 40 minutes until it is set and not moving in the center.
    7. Mix together the sour cream, sugar and vanilla in a stand mixer or with an electric mixer until a smooth runny mixture forms. Pour it over the baked pumpkin layer and bake for another 5 to 10 minutes.
    8. Remove from the oven and cool completely for at least 2 hours.
    9. Cut into 16 squares and serve them cold. Enjoy!

    Nutrition


    Per Serving:
    310 calories;
    20g fat;
    31g carbohydrates;
    6g protein;

  • Holiday Rolls

    I first made these rolls to go with a meal I was making for myself and the first thought I had was; Some turkey would be amazing with these rolls, like at Thanksgiving. Later that same month, I was asked to make some rolls for a Thanksgiving party I was going to and they were a massive hit. Everyone at the party complimented me on the rolls. A few years later, I don’t even get asked to make the rolls, they are just expected and people look forward to them. And I am happy to make them.

    These rolls make the perfect side for your holiday meals. I make them at both Thanksgiving and Christmas. They are great for mini sandwiches with leftover turkey or using to dip into that gravy you have on your plate. Once you try them, you’ll know exactly what you want to use them for. And I am sure you will be making them for many years to come.

    Holiday Rolls

    • Servings: 16 rolls
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    Make these one time and from then on you will be known as the person who made the best rolls ever.




    Ingredients

      Dough
    • 5 cups (600 grams) of All-Purpose Flour
    • 1 1/3 cup (320 grams) of Milk
    • 1 stick (112 grams) of Softened Butter
    • 1/2 cup (100 grams) of Granulated Sugar
    • 2 teaspoons (6 grams) of Active Dry Yeast
    • 1 tablespoon (12 grams) of Salt
    • 2 Eggs (100 grams) at Room Temperature

      • Toppings

    • 2 tablespoon (28 grams) of Melted Butter
    • Flakey Salt


    Directions

    1. Mix together the flour, salt, and sugar in a large bowl. In a separate container warm the milk to between 80F to 95F and then stir in the yeast and let rest for 10 minutes. This is to test the yeast is still good. If it does not foam, discard and get new yeast and milk.
    2. Add in the milk, yeast and eggs into the flour mixture and knead until combined. This will be sticky for a while but do this until a shaggy dough forms.
    3. Add in the butter and knead the dough for 5 minutes until the butter is incorporated into the dough. A stand mixer can be used for this step as well. Let the dough rest for 10 minutes in the bowl.
    4. Sprinkle some flour onto a work surface and knead the dough on the surface for a few minutes. Shape the dough into a ball by pulling the dough across the work surface. Place back into a bowl and let rest for 1 to 2 hours.
    5. Once the dough has rested, take it out of the bowl and divide into 16 pieces all about 70 grams. I normally just eye ball 16 pieces by dividing the dough chunks in halves until I get to 16. Form them into tight balls and place on a grease lined baking sheet and cover. Let rest for another 1 to 2 hours.
    6. Preheat the oven to 400F. Once warmed placed the buns in the oven uncovered for about 10 to 12 minutes. They should be golden brown on top and have an internal temperature of 202F.
    7. Optionally, you may melt 2 tablespoons of butter and brush it on top of the buns and sprinkle a little bit of salt on top.
    8. Enjoy them warm and with friend and family!

    Nutrition


    Per Serving:
    225 calories;
    6g fat;
    36g carbohydrates;
    5g protein;

  • Chocolate Chip Scones

    One of my favorite parts of my day is getting to drink my morning cup of coffee on my porch with a homemade scone and get my mind ready for day. I think I normally choose the peaceful route after I have one of these scones. They are delicious and pair so well with a good cup of coffee that I miss them when I don’t have them. So look forward to more scone recipes coming soon because I’ve made a lot of scones recently.

    These are fairly simple to make and I have even made them start to finish before I even leave for work(it was because I wanted one for my coffee that morning and I was out). The only thing to note on these is the pan. I highly recommend a mini scone pan. Nordic Ware makes an excellent one. I’m not sponsored at the moment but I would still use their products even if they wouldn’t sponsor me. But they can be made without the pan so if you don’t want another pan, make them without and see how you like it. Though I am sure you will want some prettier looking scones soon enough.

    Chocolate Chip Scones

    • Servings: 12 scones
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    The other half for your morning cup coffee and enjoying a beautiful fall morning.




    Ingredients

      Dough
    • 2 3/4 cup (330 grams) of All-Purpose Flour
    • 1/3 cup (67 grams) of Sugar
    • 3/4 teaspoon (3 grams) of Salt
    • 1 tablespoon (12 grams) of Baking Powder
    • 1 stick (112 grams) of Cold Unsalted Butter
    • 1 cup (170 grams) of Mini Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips
    • 2 Eggs (100 grams)
    • 2 teaspoons of Vanilla Extract
    • 1/2 cup (113 grams) of Milk

      • Toppings

    • 2 teaspoons of Milk
    • 2 tablespoons of Sugar


    Directions

    1. In a large mixing bowl, add in the flour, sugar, salt, and baking powder. Stir until combined.
    2. Cut the butter into small cubes, about the size of a pea, and add to the flour mixture. Work in the butter until the mixture is crumbly but it does not have to be perfect. I normally break up the butter and try to get as much flour covering the butter as possible. Breaking apart the butter cubes with my fingers until I get a semi uniform texture. About 5 minutes should do the trick.
    3. Add in the chocolate chips and stir to combine.
    4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, vanilla, and milk. Whisk until combined. Then add to the flour mixture.
    5. Mix everything together with a spatula until a dough forms. You may need more milk, add in only a teaspoon at a time because it will go from really dry to wet very quickly. The dough should be more on the drier side but you want all the flour moist.
    6. I recommend using a scone pan as you will get the best looking scones but I will go over how to make them without as well. For the scone pan, using a cookie scoop, scoop in about a tablespoon of dough and press into the pan. Repeat until the pan is full.
    7. If you do not have a scone pan, split the dough into two dough balls and then flatten into circles about 6″ in diameter. Then using a bench scrapper, split each circle into six wedges and separate them from each other with a small gap.
    8. For either method, then brush each scone with a little bit of milk and sprinkle with sugar.
    9. Place the scones into the freezer for 30 minutes or so to rest. This will give the best texture. More flaky and tender.
    10. Bake in the oven at 425F for 20 minutes or so until they are a light golden brown. Remove form the pan and let them cool.
    11. To store, wait until they are completely cool place them in an airtight container and they will store at room temp for a few days.

    Nutrition


    Per Serving:
    240 calories;
    13g fat;
    32g carbohydrates;
    5g protein;