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Hi, I'm Tammy! At Scotch & Scones, I write about baking desserts, baking bread, and baking with sourdough starter discard. Plus scotch, bourbon, & whiskey reviews, and a whole lot more!

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White Chocolate Marshmallow Pecan Fudge plated stacked on a pink plate.

Indulge Mom with homemade fudge this Mother's Day đź’•

Hi Reader, While macaroni necklaces are nice, you can give Mom a delicious homemade gift this year! These fudge recipes are easy to make and ship well. Treat Mom (or whomever you honor on Mother's Day) to a sweet bite of indulgence that shows you care! White Chocolate Pecan Fudge Smooth and creamy, this White Chocolate Fudge (aka Vanilla Fudge) is easy to make and contains no condensed milk. Add mini marshmallows and roasted pecans for variety, or choose another fun mix-in. Great for gifting!...
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Sourdough Jalapeño Cheddar Bread on cutting board with knife.

Spice up Cinco de Mayo with this tangy cheddar bread!

Hi Reader, Cinco de Mayo is this Monday, a serving Mexican cuisine-inspired dishes is a fun way of joining in the celebrations. My suggestion? Use your sourdough discard to give bread a makeover for the day! And if you're not a sourdough baker, you can make this bread without the sourdough discard - see the Recipe Notes for how. This Sourdough Jalapeño Cheddar Bread marries pickled jalapeño peppers with sharp cheddar cheese for zing, and sourdough starter discard for tang. You'll have cheesy...
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Cincinnati chili on a bowl of spaghetti topped with feta cheese with two pieces of garlic bread.

Discover a New Twist on Spaghetti Night!

Hi Reader, Take your spaghetti dinner in a new direction with this spicy Cincinnati Style Chili. Cincinnati Style Chili Cincinnati Style Chili is thinner than red chili (aka chili con carne) with a different flavor profile. It's packed with warm baking spices, cayenne pepper, plus a touch of cocoa powder to deepen the flavors. Add in some sweet and sour seasonings along with tomato paste and Worcestershire sauce to give this Greek-inspired chili outstanding flavor! Why this recipe works: An...
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Chicken Broccoli Quiche on a gold base with cheese & red onion.

Make Easter Brunch fuss-free with these make-ahead recipes!

Hi Reader, These make-ahead Easter brunch ideas will make Sunday morning deliciously easy. Prep the recipes the day before, then pop them in the oven to warm for a fuss-free Easter morning! Broccoli Chicken Quiche Add a touch of spice to liven up brunch with this savory Broccoli Chicken Quiche. Using Mexican street corn seasonings and a cheddar-cotija cheese blend adds a different flavorful twist! Broccoli Chicken Quiche Baked French Toast Casserole Upgrade your baked french toast casserole...
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Matzo Crack broken on a white plate sitting on a blue apron.

Cookies and more for Passover munching

Hi Reader, Treats for Passover need to be made with matzo or be gluten-free, but that means you still have many options for snacking! Whether you're observing Passover (or are "Passover curious"), making one of these treats to snack on will make the holiday fun. And while the Matzo Toffee Crack isn't gluten-free, the Italian Macarons and Flourless Chocolate Walnut Cookies are safe for those following a gluten-free diet. Salted Matzo Toffee Crack Matzo Crack is toffee-infused matzo topped with...
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Flourless Chocolate Almond Cake on a cake stand with a slice lifted up.

Elegant gluten-free desserts for Passover and beyond

Hi Reader, Are you looking for elegant desserts for your Passover Seder or for those following gluten-free diets? Here are some delicious recipes that you'll be proud to serve! Flourless Chocolate Almond Cake Toasted almonds and dark chocolate combine to make a flourless chocolate and almond cake that's rich and fudgy, with a brownie-like texture and a hint of almond crunch. Perfect for Passover, this small cake is a decadent delight you'll be craving all year long! Flourless Chocolate Almond...
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Sliced pound cake on a glass plate with a china coffee cup, forks, a heart spotted towel, and flowers.

Highlight seasonal strawberries with this easy pound cake! 🍓

Hi Reader, As Spring arrives, so do sweet, juicy berries make their appearance. Pairing strawberries with pound cake makes an easy and elegant dessert. Or combine pound cake cubes, berries, vanilla pudding, and jam for a delicious trifle. Either way, you're in for a Springtime treat! Old Fashioned Pound Cake Traditional pound cakes have an equal amount of just four major ingredients: butter, sugar, eggs, and flour. Easy to make and so delicious, this dense and buttery cake is a classic for a...
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Piece of chocolate cake on a white plate next to a fork with cake in background from overhead.

You don't need eggs to make yummy desserts!

Hi Reader, Looking for delicious desserts that don't use eggs? You can make incredible egg-free cakes and puddings without resorting to unfamiliar egg substitutes. Here are a few examples to get you started! Eggless Chocolate Cake This moist and rich eggless chocolate cake is made in one bowl with no mixer required. It's a perfect no-fuss recipe for a weeknight dessert! Eggless Chocolate Cake Eggless Chocolate Cupcakes Light, moist, and very chocolatey, these eggless chocolate cupcakes are...
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Irish Whiskey marshmallows stacked on a yellow plate with coffee in background.

Irish Whiskey Marshmallows are a treat with a kick!

Hi Reader, Want a different way to celebrate St. Patrick's Day? These marshmallows will do the trick! Irish Whiskey Marshmallows Light and fluffy, homemade marshmallows are surprisingly easy to make, and these Irish Whiskey Marshmallows are a grown-up treat with a kick. Add a couple to a cup of coffee for the best Irish coffee you’ve ever had! Why this recipe works: Irish Whiskey imparts lots of flavor to the marshmallows You can control how strong the alcohol kick will be Give it a try, and...
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