The viral crookie croissant is golden brown flaky croissant filled with a layer of chocolate chip cookie dough. This indulgent chocolate chip cookie stuffed croissant has taken Paris and tiktok by storm. The combination of a croissant and a chocolate chip cookie is perfect for anyone with a sweet tooth This European treat recently gained popularity on tiktok and Paris bakery Boulangerie Louvard has also gone viral on Instagram with their crookies. It didn't take long for this creation to cross the pond and become popular in the United states. Good news, this viral recipe is very easy to make ..read more

These spinach and feta turnovers take spanakopita and puff pastry to make them into a delicious savory hand pie. They are made with feta cheese, mozzarella cheese (my secret ingredient) and spinach leaves wrapped in flaky, buttery pastry dough.  My secret ingredient is mozzarella cheese It's not a traditional ingredient but it IS amazing. A "traditional" Greek spanakopita filling simply uses spinach and feta cheese however I have found that incorporating mozzarella cheese adds a much needed creaminess that I feel many, MANY spinach pies lack. When you bake spanakopita, it tends ..read more

Starbucks has released their new iced lavender cream matcha drink as part of their Spring menu and I'm here to bring you a copycat recipe. This drink has a rich lavender flavored foam cream over a delicious iced earthy matcha latte Why you'll love this iced lavender matcha latte recipe  This starbucks copycat recipe gives you a delicious drink for a fraction of the cost in the comfort of your own home. Can be easily made in 5 minutes.  This refreshing iced lavender cream matcha latte is full of spring and floral flavors Ingredients needed for this iced matcha lavender latte  M ..read more

Sazon Completa is a go-to seasoning blend commonly used in Cuban and Caribbean cooking. This is a copycat recipe of Badia's complete seasoning mix. The spices and herbs in this seasoning mix are staples in Cuban cuisine Why you'll love this versatile spice blend Can be used on all kinds of meats like fish, chicken and beef.  Easily customizable Has no monosodium glutamate (MSG) like the store-bought Badia sazon completa version.  This recipe has no added chemicals like tricalcium phosphate.  Can be stored for upto 6 months Ingredients needed for this hispanic blend of spices ..read more

We're making the Cuban staple, vaca frita de pollo in an Instant Pot. The process of making this shredded chicken dish is a labor of love. The chicken is twice cooked to ensure it's tender yet crispy on the exterior. Growing up, vaca frita was one of my favorite dishes. It's one of my favorite comfort foods and my mom still makes it for me when she knows I need some cheering up. It's a Cuban cuisine staple that's available at most Cuban restaurants Why you'll love this vaca frita de pollo This is perfect for meal prepping. This shredded chicken is a nutritious protein option for ch ..read more

This potaje de chicharo, also known as Cuban split pea soup, is packed with nutritious split peas, vegetables and Cuban spices. Why you'll love this potaje de chícharos This cozy and filling split pea soup is perfect for meal prepping.  This Instant Pot recipe is a one pot dream. Drop it all in your pot and have delicious soup in less than an hour.  This soup is perfect for warming up on a chilly day. Ingredients for this cuban split pea soup  Smoked Pork Loin Green Split Peas Smoked Pork Belly Yellow Onion Green Bell Pepper Calabaza squash Bay Leaf Olive Oil Salt ​Garl ..read more

These fun lucky charms cookies are delicious and perfect for any sweet celebration. These chewy cookies are filled with white chocolate chips, cereal pieces and tasty marshmallow bits. Why you'll love these chewy lucky charms cookies Perfect tasty treat for a st. patrick’s day holiday party These easy st. patrick’s day cookies are perfect for the lil' leprechauns in your life.  Ingredients for these easy st. patrick’s day cookies Unsalted butter Packed light brown sugar Granulated sugar Egg Pure vanilla extract Instant vanilla pudding mix Baking powder Corn starch Kosher salt Lucky Charm ..read more

If youre looking for a true taste of Cuban cuisine, this Cuban carne con papa recipe is perfect for you. This hearty and flavorful Cuban beef stew is filled with potatoes and beef in an aromatic tomato based sauce. Cooking time is cut in half by making it in an Instant Pot. Why you'll love this carne guisada  This instant pot recipe is great when feeding a large family.  This cuban food makes for a delicious meal to serve during the week.  Perfect comfort meal and great for meal prep.  What to serve with carne con papa This dish is typically served with arroz blanco, also ..read more

This lemon lime layer cake recipe was my fortieth birthday cake and it was a hit. This lemon lime cake is covered in a delicious lemon lime cream cheese frosting and it's perfect for any occasion. This 3 layer lemon lime cake is made completely from scratch with real lemons and limes It’s deliciously moist and light and is remarkable paired with tangy cream cheese buttercream. Why you'll love this citrus cake - Perfect cake for spring or summer.  - Can be made into a 9x13 sheet cake or cupcakes.  - Unlike my ricotta lemon pound cake, this makes a great three layer cake for any cele ..read more

This dulce de leche banana pudding is a perfect light and airy dessert. With the exception of the nilla wafers, this recipe is completely made from scratch. The pudding is actually diplomat cream that ends up giving a texture reminiscent of Magnolia Bakery's banana pudding.  Why you'll love this homemade banana pudding recipe No instant vanilla pudding mix used here, this dessert is completely homemade.  Can be made in individual servings or in an 8x8 casserole dish to serve a crowd. Better than Magnolia's bakery banana pudding. What is diplomat cream? Diplomat cream  (also know ..read more