eat dessert first
Every year for Hanukkah I make jelly doughnuts (Sufganiyot). They are fried in oil, which is the most significant ingredient of the holiday. This year I made an orange, olive oil, and poppyseed mini bundt cakes instead. Although they are baked instead of fried, they still have the oil in […]
When you’re hosting, oven space is often a challenging feat of timing and choreography, so I “baked” the dinner rolls in the Crockpot. These Crockpot rolls are fluffy, rich with butter and the smell of rosemary will fill your house. The brilliant part is you can plug in your slow […]
This spicy spinach artichoke dip is my family’s favorite recipe I make every Christmas Eve to eat while we decorate our tree. It is easy and so satisfying. My boys like it SPICY but you can turn that up or down to suit your taste. We also make it for […]
Super quick and easy homemade hot chocolate kits with homemade marshmallows makes a great party gift on a cold winter day. Send your guests home with a kit to make a cozy cup of hot chocolate when they get home and don’t forget to fix up a big batch so […]
Be sure to check out all the other recipes from my holiday special, Holiday Party with Andrew & Zoë!
Be sure to check out all the other recipes from my holiday special, Holiday Party with Andrew & Zoë!
Be sure to check out all the other recipes from my holiday special, Holiday Party with Andrew & Zoë!
Be sure to check out all the other recipes from my holiday special, Holiday Party with Andrew & Zoë!
Be sure to check out all the other recipes from my holiday special, Holiday Party with Andrew & Zoë!
Be sure to check out all the other recipes from my holiday special, Holiday Party with Andrew & Zoë!
Sure, you could put out a cookie plate, but why not also make a show-stopping croquembouche? Or a modern version of the yule log? From the most dazzling centerpieces to a humble (but delicious!) cookie, this list of Christmas desserts has something for everyone. Looking for even more holiday favorites? […]
This guide is the perfect companion to my New York Times bestselling book, Zoë Bakes Cookies. You’ll find some basic cookie tips and a bunch of recipes below. As I write this guide, it is early December, also known as “official cookie season.” There is no wrong way to make […]
I'm Zoë François and I love to bake. This is where I play with sugar and take the mystery out of baking everything from cookies to wedding cakes. I studied pastry at the CIA (the culinary school, not the spy agency), worked in restaurants, have written 10 cookbooks and you can find more of my creations in my Substack Newsletter and YouTube videos. More...
