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DisplacedHousewife | Really Delicious, Well-Tested Sweets

Join me for all things sweet including lots of cookies (my fav!), brown butter, chocolate, caramel, cakes and more! I love treats ranging from quickie weeknight cravings to fun, weekend baking projects. xo

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We Tested 4 PB Cups: The Best Chocolate Cookie Recipe is Here

Happy weekend Reader! If you’re a chocolate and peanut butter fan (and who isn't?), stop scrolling. We’ve cracked the code for the most rich, decadent and soft cookie imaginable: the Chocolate Peanut Butter Cup Cookie. This dreamy chocolate cookie is topped with a melted peanut butter cup that creates a beautiful, glossy, tie-dye vibe on top of each cookie. It’s a flavor explosion in every single bite (truly). Why You Need to Bake These STAT ⚡️ Zero Chill Time: Our easy, one-bowl cookie dough...

Hi Reader! Happy Fall! The air is getting crisp, the leaves are starting to turn and our kitchens are calling for all things spiced, apple, pumpkin and brown butter. It's that magical time of year when we trade in bright summer flavors for the warm coziness of fall. As my favorite baking season, I have a heap of recommendations for you. Think of this as Part One of your fall baking bucket list. We'll dive into the next batch of recipes next week! Let's bake! COZY BREAKFAST RECIPES Fall-Spiced...

Happy weekend Reader! I'm going to need you to stop everything, cancel your plans, and make these muffins! They have the most tender, moist crumb (thanks to sour cream and buttermilk) and are loaded with flavor (from cinnamon, nutmeg and vanilla...the muffin trifecta). The interiors are dotted with mini chocolate chips (regular are fine, too!) and then there's the topping... I made Sourdough Bagels last weekend and created a brown sugar-cinnamon topping that was inspired by these...

Hi Reader! Hey beautiful! Let's talk about brown butter, because if you're not using it, you're not living. It's a simple step that takes a recipe from "pretty good" to "I-can't-stop-eating-this." I’m talking about a flavor that's nutty, toasty, and has more personality than a celebrity chef. And the best part? It’s SO easy to make. Just follow these simple rules: Use a light-colored pan. This is crucial, people! You need to see those little golden bits (aka toasted milk solids) at the bottom...

Happy Saturday Reader! It’s official: fall has arrived (almost!), and it came bearing gifts. Specifically, gifts of the freshly baked, ridiculously cozy, and incredibly delicious variety. I’m so excited to share these Apple Cinnamon Scones with you! I wanted these scones to taste like a burst of autumn in every single bite—like a big, warm hug on a crisp morning. So I loaded them up with tender diced apples, warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, and a sprinkling of Demerara sugar over the...

Hi Reader! It’s September, which means we can officially start embracing the glorious, carby, sugary delights that make life worth living. For me, that means one thing: the dynamic duo of apples and spices. It's the Bonnie and Clyde of fall flavors, the Beyoncé and Jay-Z of desserts...I don't know...just work with me on this. Behold the Spiced Apple Cake with Brown Butter Buttercream, one of my favorites from the DisplacedHousewife archives. Why this cake? Because it’s got all the things that...

Hi Reader! Get ready for your new favorite cookie! I've been working on a recipe for us, and it's a game-changer. These Toasted Almond Chocolate Chip Cookies are an absolute dream—perfectly chewy and crispy, loaded with flavor, and so easy to make. I wanted to really play up the almond vibes, so I used three different forms of almond: superfine almond flour, a dash of almond extract, and toasted sliced almonds for the perfect crunch. Here's why you're going to love them: One-Bowl Wonder: No...

Hi Reader! Happy September bakers! The first signs of fall are here, and I've got your must-make bakes for this month. From apples and zucchini to all things cozy and spiced, these are ten of my favorite recipes I know you're going to love! Easy Spiced Apple Cake: 🍎 Nothing says September like this moist, one-bowl apple cake that's mixed and baked in an hour. Five-Spice Fig Jam: Make extra and freeze it. This jam is a game-changer for your holiday cheeseboards! Double Chocolate Zucchini...

Happy weekending Reader! Grab your spatula, we're whipping up some Labor Day magic!✨ Whether you're looking for something chill & frosty or warm & berrylicious, we've got you covered: Recipes to Cool Down With: Neapolitan Ice Cream Cake, Lemon Basil Gelato and Chocolate-Dipped Oatmeal Ice Cream Sandwiches. Recipes with Berries: The Ultimate Berry Crumble, Best Vanilla Bundt Cake (serve with berries & ice cream) and Jammy Raspberry Shortbread Bars. Recipes to Feed A Crowd: The Best Chocolate...

Hi Reader! Summer's not over yet! And what's a Labor Day celebration without a dessert that delivers on all the nostalgic, summery vibes? This weekend we're skipping the heat and heading straight to the freezer with a no-churn s'mores ice cream that brings the campfire magic right to your kitchen. It's the perfect finale for your backyard bash—all the gooey, chocolatey goodness you love, no fire required. Here’s why this recipe is about to be your new end-of-summer favorite: Zero Oven Time:...