Sweet, moist and with a refreshing citrus flavor, this Orange Ricotta Coconut Cake is the perfect dessert choice for any occasion. I don’t usually buy a lot of ricotta cheese. When I do, I buy the small container usually because I have planned to make lasagna or baked Ziti. These are the only two recipes I had ever added ricotta to….
Continue ReadingHazelnut Butter Cookies Dipped in Chocolate
Nutty, crunchy and super delicious. these hazelnut butter cookies are a great snack for anyone anytime. Well, hello you there my crunchy, crumbly, nutty, chocolaty cookie. <~ This is me loving on the deliciousness of these cookies because I was completely happy and in awe that I could make such a yummy thing. Well, not really that surprised. But considering…
Continue ReadingCranberry and White Chocolate Biscotti
The Christmas holidays are approaching, which means it’s cookie season. I must confess, I not so much of a cookie type of girl. I know, it’s a bit ironic since the name of this blog is Smart Little Cookie. Don’t get me wrong. I like cookies. I really do. I just enjoy cake and cupcakes a lot more. However, that…
Continue ReadingMy Dominican Cake Battle and Lessons Learned
I became obsessed with learning how to bake sometime during the beginning of last year. My inspiration for doing this was actually that I wanted to learn how to make my own Dominican cake, which is my favorite. Although, after getting into the baking thing, I’ve discovered so many other good cakes it’s amazing. My first attempt to make the…
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