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Pie! There’s almost nothing else you need to say about the classic dessert. It comes in all kinds of flavors and textures, from fruit pies to cream pies to toasted meringue topped beauties. I love all the flavors and varieties. You can find a pie for any occasion, all year […]
What’s the secret to making the perfect whipped cream? Go low and slow. It’s a very simple recipe that everyone can make at home with a little heavy whipping cream, confectioners’ sugar and vanilla. You’ll want to use this recipe up as soon as it’s done, because whipped cream is […]
Buttercream is the all time classic frosting. When you think of “cake,” you’re probably picturing one topped with buttercream. Read on to learn how to make the quintessential frosting. Those beautiful cakes you see in the bakery window? The box of cupcakes at an office party?Likely decorated with buttercream. But, […]
Chilly fall weather calls for cozy spices and pumpkin treats! This homemade pumpkin bread recipe is packed with fall flavors, and is especially tasty when you roast your own pumpkins. It’s an easy way to elevate the flavor, but just be sure to get smaller pie or sugar pumpkin varieties, […]
I met Elizabeth Poett in Waco, TX after we both started filming our shows for The Magnolia Network. Elizabeth is the rare combination of movie star glamour and a down-to-earth rancher. Those things seem an impossible mix and yet, Elizabeth pulls it off with rugged elegance. She has a passion […]
Who doesn’t love some sticky, sweet maple treats? It’s one of the many flavors synonymous with fall, even though maple tapping season is early spring! This list of maple recipes is short and sweet, but features one of my favorite Christmas recipes of all time!
This cake is an absolute treat and perfect for a celebration! I made a classic three layered Devil’s Food Cake and topped it with a gorgeous, delicious champagne buttercream. Zoë Bakes on Magnolia Network On season 1 episode 4 of Zoë Bakes on Magnolia Network I had the privilege of […]
I love a dutch baby for brunch. All you need is a hot skillet and a few ingredients to make a savory treat with veggies, meat and herbs. Or a sweet treat with fresh fruit, preserves or a simple mixture of cinnamon and sugar. It’s a versatile recipe that can […]
Close to Thanksgiving, there are pumpkins in everyone’s shopping cart, generally in a can. If you want a real treat, that will allow you to skip the canned aisle in the grocery store, try roasting pumpkins at home. You’ll be shocked at how easy it is.
Is there anything more gorgeous than the sight of drizzling caramel? Homemade caramel just adds the perfect sweetness to a favorite dessert, and is much easier to make than many people think! This list of caramel desserts features all kinds of recipes, including pies, cakes and so much more. If […]
It is Sweet Corn season in Minnesota and this year it’s incredible. My friend’s family has an organic corn farm and he delivered dozens of ears to me, which I have made into corn chowder and this brilliant Sweet Corn Ice Cream. The taste of corn can be easily overpowered, […]
This is the cornbread I make in the Sweet Corn Ice Cream episode of Zoë Bakes on Magnolia Network! It’s the season finale of season 3 and sweet corn is one of the ways we know summer is winding down here in Minnesota.
I'm Zoë François, Emmy-nominated host of Zoë Bakes on HBO and a New York Times best-selling author sharing bakery-quality recipes that are doable for everyone! More...
