CHARMAINE ZILINSKI 2024-10-30 CHARMAINE ZILINSKI 2024-10-30

BANANA POPPYSEED LOAF with BROWN BUTTER MAPLE FROSTING

Just baked: Banana Poppyseed Loaf with dreamy Brown Butter Maple Frosting 🍂🍌 Soft, flavorful, and topped with the perfect frosting—this one’s ideal for chilly days! As one of my grandbabies said, “This is the best loaf I EVA had”. 😉

Bonus: it’s just as delicious made into cake or cupcakes. Find the free recipe on my website and make this cozy treat in your own kitchen!

CHARMAINE ZILINSKI 2024-09-06 CHARMAINE ZILINSKI 2024-09-06

JAMAICAN SWEET FESTIVAL DUMPLINGS

Jamaican sweet festival dumplings always remind me of my now departed former pastors wife. She would make these and sneak me bags of them on Sundays when I was first a child, then a teen and finally as a young married mom.

They are delectable crispy on the outside, soft and warm on the inside morsels with a hint of sweetness that are enjoyed on their own but also pair perfectly with spicy or savory foods, making them a staple on most Jamaican dinner tables. The recipe is simple, but for me, they are packed with tradition and memories of the sweetest Jamaican woman who has made a huge impact on my life.

CHARMAINE ZILINSKI 2024-05-08 CHARMAINE ZILINSKI 2024-05-08

HOMESTYLE APPLE FRITTER BREAD

You need to make this recipe and then close your eyes and breathe in the comforting scent of my Homestyle Apple Fritter Bread.

It is a soft, moist cake, bursting with juicy apple chunks and sweet cinnamon swirls. It's the kind of treat that leaves you craving more with every bite. Impossible to stop at one slice.

Serve this with a steaming cup of tea or coffee and to make it even more special, add a dollop of whipped cream or scoop of vanilla ice cream!

It's a taste of home in every bite.

CHARMAINE ZILINSKI 2024-04-06 CHARMAINE ZILINSKI 2024-04-06

OLD FASHIONED BREAD PUDDING w/ SALTED BROWN BUTTER CARAMEL SAUCE

Craving Comfort? Dive into my Old Fashioned Bread Pudding with Salted Brown Butter Caramel Sauce! 🍞✨ Let the scent of freshly baked goodness fill your home and your heart with warmth. This recipe is a must-try for anyone who loves classic desserts with a twist. Ready to indulge? You seriously won't regret it. Especially if you pair it with homemade vanilla bean ice cream.

CHARMAINE ZILINSKI 2024-03-19 CHARMAINE ZILINSKI 2024-03-19

BANANA BREAD with WALNUT CRUMBLE

Yesterday I picked up some discounted over ripe bananas from @realcanadiansuperstore and the girls and I made banana bread with a twist! Picture this: the ultimate comfort treat of a moist, banana-packed bread topped with a crunchy walnut crumble. It's like a hug in every bite! Trust me, this recipe will have you coming back for seconds (and maybe even thirds)! You've gotta give it a try! 🍌

CHARMAINE ZILINSKI 2023-10-23 CHARMAINE ZILINSKI 2023-10-23

EASY JALAPENO CHEDDAR BISCUITS

My soft on the inside, crispy on the outside, flaky, buttery multi-layered, mile high biscuits (I could go on but will stop there) are where it’s at! They are what every bowl of comforting soup or stew needs to make a meal complete.

Experiment with flavours by tossing some roasted garlic, shredded cheese, chives, etc in the dry ingredients before blending in the buttermilk for some variations.

CHARMAINE ZILINSKI 2023-08-04 CHARMAINE ZILINSKI 2023-08-04

EASY HOMEMADE BAGELS

Looking for the perfect EASY homemade bagels that are tender, chewy, light, and absolutely delicious? Look no further! My homemade bagels are everythinggood about bagels. Soft and tender texture coupled with amazing flavour, these will leave you wanting more with every bite. Sink your teeth into their chewy exterior, which perfectly complements the fluffy interior.

CHARMAINE ZILINSKI 2023-04-20 CHARMAINE ZILINSKI 2023-04-20

BLUEBERRY BANANA & CHOCOLATE MUFFINS with STREUSEL TOPPING

Ooh, let me tell you about these delicious Blueberry Banana and Chocolate Chip Muffins with Cinnamon Streusel Topping!

The batter is perfectly sweetened and spiced with a hint of cinnamon for that warm, cozy flavor we all know and love. And the best part? They come topped with an irresistible cinnamon streusel that adds a sweet and crunchy texture to each yummy bite.

Now, onto the fun facts! Did you know that blueberries are not only tasty, but they're also packed with antioxidants and vitamins? And bananas, of course, are a great source of potassium and fiber. As for chocolate chips... well, they just make everything better, don't they?