Homemade Doughnuts with Saffron-Infused Creme Patisserie Coated in Cardamom Sugar

Made these on a whim, and regretted it because of all the mess it left in my kitchen. Frying and sugarcoating requires a lot of cleanup. However, the end product tasted amazing, but this probably isn't something I'd do more than a couple of times every few years.

Deep, Dark, Spicy Gingerbread with Caramel Glaze

My sister and I made these on a weeknight for her coworkers. Definitely one of the best ways to get your gingerbread fix during the holiday season.

Blueberry Hand Pies

I made these because I was in the need of pie in spite of fall. I didn't host a Friendsgiving, which is when I get my pie fix for this time of the year, so I decided to make small pies for a few friends and family this autumn. 

Strawberry Creme Danishes

My mom had leftover puff pastry so we decided it was time for strawberry danishes. This is also one of the easiest and best things I've made. The pastry dough is tricky though — try not to roll out the dough too much or add too much flour. Strawberries are always amazing on danishes and was the available fruit at the time but the original recipe called for figs. 

Persian Love Cookies

This was an attempt at Persian Love Cookies from a new cookbook I received called Pastry Love by Joanne Chang.

Chocolate Brioche

I made chocolate brioche on Eid ul Adha and while it does take a while, it's one of the best things I've made. As is the trend lately, all my recipes are from Joanne Chang's cookbooks.