Esterhazy Torte for Daring Bakers January Challenge

One of the things I love about being in Daring Bakers is when we are given recipes for desserts that I've never heard of before. I haven't seen anything even close to this Esterhazy Torte (also known as the Hungarian Dream) but I'm so glad that I have now because it was delicious. The inside layers of the cake are dense but it's filled with a delightful creamy butter and ground nut mixture.

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Dutch Sweet Bread - The Daring Kitchen Challenge

It's been a while since I've posted any new desserts but I think this is a great one to get back into it again. I've joined with The Daring Kitchen again and am super excited about it. I used to be a member of the Daring Bakers when I wrote another blog and loved it but life was busy and I could no longer take the time to complete the challenges in a timely manner. Let's hope I can keep up with them this time.

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Cinnamon Pecan Biscuit Twists for SRC (and Ultimate Chocolate Chip Cookies!)

 

Breakfast itself has always been so difficult for me to get along with. I have always preferred lunch and dinner food, even at breakfast time. I have always liked pastries though and so this recipe caught my eye. It's filled with nuts, cinnamon, and sugar! I love how easy it comes together and the crispness of the outside with the softness of the inside. I also made some awesome Ultimate Chocolate Chip Cookies to go along with breakfast of course!

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