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This is the Swedish cream recipe I made in the Nordic Treats episode of Zoë Bakes on Magnolia Network where I pay tribute to my Nordic heritage by preparing Swedish cream and krumkake, a pressed cookie and visiting a ladies’ church group for a lesson in making the traditional Norwegian […]
You can’t attend a gathering in Minnesota without bringing some bars. I made these sour cherry streusel bars on an episode of Zoë Bakes that pays homage to my Nordic heritage. It’s a simple recipe that shows off just a bit of tartness from the sour cherries. The episode also […]
These krumkake are the pressed cookies I made on the Nordic Treats episode of Zoë Bakes on Magnolia Network! In this episode I pay tribute to my Nordic heritage by preparing Swedish cream and krumkake, and visiting a ladies’ church group for a lesson in making the traditional Norwegian flatbread, […]
In season 2, episode 8 of Zoë Bakes on Magnolia Network my mom and I meet Morgan Dachis and her lovely family to learn about her business, Morgan’s Broth and Buns. She also taught us a thing or two about making beautiful loaves of challah.
I’m not exaggerating when I say that this is the most requested recipe from my show, Zoë Bakes on Magnolia Network. It’s a savory recipe and it’s not mine. Go figure! In all honesty, I’m thrilled to share this chicken noodle soup recipe with you. This recipe was ubiquitous in […]
This is the spinach and cheese souffle recipe I made on the Brunch Bakes episode (season 2, episode 9) of Zoë Bakes on Magnolia Network where I hosted a brunch for my women’s small business group, The Ladybrainers!
These are the manicotti crepes I made on the Family Crepes episode of Zoë Bakes on Magnolia Network. In this episode I demonstrate the delicious versatility of crêpes with everything from bananas Foster crepes to these savory manicotti crepes. For more inspiration, I also visit local pastry chef Diane Moua […]
My son, Henri, does not adore sweets like I do (believe it or not!). But he does love a good cheesecake and we decided to make a savory version featuring cheeses we tasted at Redhead Creamery. This cheesecake features cream cheese, fromage blanc, and cheddar and is topped with an […]
Cherries may be best known as Northeastern fruit (D.C. cherry blossoms, anyone?), but different varieties are plentiful across the northern states. I love using cherries in cakes and desserts because they are tart AND sweet, making them a burst of balanced fruit flavor. They’re tasty in toppings, filling or inside […]
Why should fall and winter get all the pie fun? Yes, pie is the perfect dessert for a holiday gathering, but let’s not forget about all the fruit pies for summer. You’ll find blueberries, strawberries, cherries, and more in this collection of summer pie recipes. Looking for more pie recipes […]
This beautiful cinnamon star bread recipe is shockingly easy to create. It’s perfect for so many occasions—from holiday breakfast to a regular old Saturday brunch. The beauty of this easier-than-it-looks recipe is that you can play with the flavors to match your mood, sweet or savory! You’ll find the recipe […]
I love tropical desserts because of the sweet, tart flavors. Key lime pie, for example, is one of my favorite desserts and I seek it out whenever I can. Plus, tropical fruits are vibrant and colorful, which makes for a gorgeous serving plate. I’ve put together a list of some […]
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...
