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August 4, 2026
Raspberries and murder always seem to go hand-in-hand in the Bakeshop Mysteries, but I promise these bars are just to die for! They work perfectly for a summer treat by the lake or a little afternoon sweet bite. Enjoy! Happy baking, Ellie
July 31, 2026
If berries are your vice, here’s a super delish bake that works for a dessert or breakfast from Till Death Do Us Tart. You can use any berries you have one hand, fresh or frozen. Enjoy! Happy baking, Ellie
July 28, 2026
Do you need an excuse for pie? Not in Jules’s book! She’d strongly encourage you to get your hands rolling out some buttery dough and layering in some creamy coconut filling. Enjoy! Happy baking, Ellie
July 24, 2026
Are you in the mood for something tropical? Jules would suggest whipping up a batch of her tropical cookies from A Crime of Passion Fruit. You can get creative with what you add into the mix from toasted coconut to spicy candied ginger. Enjoy! Happy baking, Ellie
July 22, 2026
This one is for the chocolate lovers at Torte! If you’re looking for an easy, bite-sized treat, I highly recommend these truffles from Fudge and Jury. You can embellish them with whatever your heart desires, or whatever you have in your kitchen, from sprinkles to cinnamon. Enjoy! Happy baking, Ellie
July 16, 2026
You’ll never look at olive oil and cakes the same way again after you bake this light, slightly sweet lemon olive oil cake from Caught Bread Handed. Jules bakes this for Carlos when he’s feeling homesick for Spain. It’s a quick and easy dessert for you or to share with friends. Enjoy! Happy baking, Ellie
July 14, 2026
These cookies are soft and chewy with a touch of richness from the chocolate and a bright, tangy finish from the cream cheese frosting. Sure, Jules baked these in the dead of winter, but honestly, they’re delicious year-round. Enjoy! Happy baking, Ellie
July 9, 2026
In today’s bake-a-long, I’m featuring a reader favorite from A Batter of Life and Death for rich and creamy banana pudding. You can make this with homemade pudding or use a boxed mix for a quick hack. Enjoy! Happy baking, Ellie
August 23, 2025
Laying Down the Latte, the 21st book in the Bakeshop Mystery Series, is finally here! This story is steeped in the vibrant flavors of Costa Rica—and I mean that literally. While researching for the book, the Tech Guy and I spent time on the ground in Costa Rica, trekking through lush coffee fields and savoring […]
July 24, 2025
As I’ve been revisiting the Meg Reed Investigates series (formerly Pacific Northwest Mysteries) in preparation for its rerelease, one character has been especially present in my mind—Gam. Meg’s grandmother is a Reiki healer, intuitive listener, and, perhaps most memorably, a master cookie baker. She’s the heart of the Reed family, always ready with a comforting […]