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Yolanda’s Yummery Cozy Mystery Series Box Set, Books 1-3 ~ Book Trailer

Yolanda’s Yummery Cozy Mystery Series Box Set, Books 1-3

Includes 3 full-length cozy mysteries and four free dessert recipes!

The Great Brownie Taste-off, Book 1

The Missing Sea Captain, Book 2

A Pie to Die For, Book 3

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Valencia Orange Cupcakes Recipe

You’ll love these vanilla-based cupcakes infused with freshly squeezed orange juice. Read the recipe and watch the video and get ready to bake some wonderful cupcakes!

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Almond Macarons Recipe & Video Tutorial

Almond is a classic flavor and the filling also contains almond flour. Using a high quality almond extract will make the flavor even richer. These lovely almond macarons will brighten any occasion!

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Orange Macarons Recipe & Video Tutorial

Orange curd, like lemon and lime curd, isn’t difficult to find in many grocery, health food or even discount stores. I was in TJ Maxx checking out the jams and jellies section, which is nicely stocked throughout the year, when I saw a jar of orange curd and thought it, might make a nice macaron filling. The taste wasn’t as tangy as I thought it would be so adding orange extract was necessary to get a brighter and tangier orange flavor. 

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Chocolate Orange Spice Cupcakes Recipe & Video Tutorial
Chocolate Coconut Ganache Filling Recipe [Vegan/Non-dairy]
Cinnamon Roll Macarons Recipe & Video
Baking Macarons: The Swiss Meringue Method ~ Excerpt
Chocolate Coconut Cupcakes Recipe & Video

These decadent chocolate coconut cupcakes feature a rich combination of dark chocolate, Dutch-processed cocoa powder, and organic coconut palm sugar, creating a moist and flavorful base. Topped with a creamy coconut frosting and finished with a sprinkle of shredded coconut, these cupcakes are the perfect indulgence for any coconut chocolate lover.

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Blue Velvet Cupcakes Recipe Tutorial & Video

Get ready for any holiday or happy event with these delectable blue velvet cupcakes topped with yummy cream cheese frosting. Indulge in a festive treat that will leave everyone asking for seconds! These blue velvet cupcakes are a delightful twist on the classic red velvet, offering a rich, moist texture and stunning blue color that’s perfect for any special occasion. Topped with a luscious cream cheese frosting, these cupcakes are a true showstopper. Whether you’re celebrating Easter, a birthday, holiday, or just a fun event, these blue velvet cupcakes with cream cheese frosting will add a touch of elegance and irresistible flavor to the festivities. This recipe is from the book Baking Chocolate Cupcakes and Brownies: A Beginner’s Guide by Lisa Maliga.

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French Macaron Baking Adventures, Part 20: Fruit Swirled French Macarons Recipe & Tutorial

Make these brightly colored, swirled French macarons and impress your family and friends! Perfect for Easter, birthday parties, baby and wedding showers, and any special occasion.. This is a never before seen or published recipe for Fruit Swirled French Macarons. 

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French Macaron Baking Adventures, Part 16: Chocolate & Raspberry Macarons

As a huge fan of chocolate, I decided to combine that with a dollop of homemade raspberry jam in the center of each macaron. All I had to do in advance was make the jam and the chocolate ganache.

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The Soapmaker’s Guide to Online Marketing ~ Now in Paperback!
Chocolate Espresso Ganache Filling Recipe

You only need a few ingredients but you should get the best type of chocolate that you find appealing. Follow these simple steps and get the ganache that will fill your favorite French macarons.

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"Baking French Macarons: A Beginner's Guide" Now Available in Paperback

Until this year, I never thought I’d write a cookbook. Sure, I’ve shared recipes before, as soap is made in a kitchen. But soap is easier to make than macarons and even a small bar lasts a lot longer than these delicate desserts.

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Vanilla Bean Melt & Pour Soap Recipe ~ FREE eBook!
I WANT YOU: Seduction Emails from a Narcissist ~ New Cover & Excerpt

Before I became a fan of THE WALKING DEAD, I wrote about a character named Arlen J. Stevenson who was the author of zombie fiction. I chose that genre for no particular reason other than the fact that it seemed a little different—edgier—than thrillers or science fiction.

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