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RECENT RECIPES

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BANANA POPPYSEED LOAF with BROWN BUTTER MAPLE FROSTING
BREADS, SWEETS CHARMAINE ZILINSKI BREADS, SWEETS CHARMAINE ZILINSKI

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!

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OLD FASHIONED BREAD PUDDING w/ SALTED BROWN BUTTER CARAMEL SAUCE
BREADS, SWEETS CHARMAINE ZILINSKI BREADS, SWEETS CHARMAINE ZILINSKI

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.

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BANANA BREAD with WALNUT CRUMBLE
SWEETS, BREADS CHARMAINE ZILINSKI SWEETS, BREADS CHARMAINE ZILINSKI

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! 🍌

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EASY WHIPPED SHORTBREAD COOKIES
SWEETS CHARMAINE ZILINSKI SWEETS CHARMAINE ZILINSKI

EASY WHIPPED SHORTBREAD COOKIES

Get ready for some holiday joy with these easy whipped shortbread cookies – you know, the ones we all love during Christmas. They’re that melt-in-your-mouth goodness we can’t resist, and they’ll definitely add that finishing touch to your festive cookie spread.

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15 MINUTE PEANUT BUTTER BUTTERSCOTCH SQUARES
SWEETS CHARMAINE ZILINSKI SWEETS CHARMAINE ZILINSKI

15 MINUTE PEANUT BUTTER BUTTERSCOTCH SQUARES

These squares are a Christmas treat staple in our home. Extremely easy and ready in 15 minutes, they are delicious, rich little morsels. You can use either plain white marshmallows or live a little and use the fruity colored ones. Both are equally yummy.

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SOFT & THICK SNICKERDOODLE COOKIES
SWEETS CHARMAINE ZILINSKI SWEETS CHARMAINE ZILINSKI

SOFT & THICK SNICKERDOODLE COOKIES

This version of the ever popular Snickerdoodle cookie makes for soft, chewy and thick cookies. Buttery vanilla flavours with the signature cinnamon sugar coating, these are so delicious and make the perfect cookie to dunk in your tea or to add to your Christmas Baking line up.

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EASY HOMEMADE CHOCOLATE & FREEZE DRIED BERRY GRANOLA
SWEETS, SNACKS CHARMAINE ZILINSKI SWEETS, SNACKS CHARMAINE ZILINSKI

EASY HOMEMADE CHOCOLATE & FREEZE DRIED BERRY GRANOLA

EASY HOMEMADE CHOCOLATE & FREEZE DRIED BERRY GRANOLA

My Homemade Chocolate & Freeze Dried Berry Granola is loaded with crunchy oats, rich dark chocolate chunks, and a medley of freeze dried strawberry and raspberry pieces. Each bite is a delightful explosion of flavours minus the preservatives found in store bought versions!

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BLUEBERRY BANANA & CHOCOLATE MUFFINS with STREUSEL TOPPING
BREADS, SWEETS CHARMAINE ZILINSKI BREADS, SWEETS CHARMAINE ZILINSKI

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?

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LEMON MERINGUE LAYERED ANGEL FOOD CAKE
SWEETS CHARMAINE ZILINSKI SWEETS CHARMAINE ZILINSKI

LEMON MERINGUE LAYERED ANGEL FOOD CAKE

This light, bright and delicious cake is a slice of lemony heaven. Using a boxed angel food cake mix, a jar of lemon curd, a bit of whipped cream and meringue, it is a quick and easy dessert and is sure to impress your family or guests.

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