Sunday, December 16, 2012

Baked Chocolate Donuts.

This morning I made these Baked Chocolate Donuts, they were easy and delicious and caused quite a reaction from my facebook friends. 

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I topped them with flaked coconut, cocoa nibs, crushed candy cane, and slivered almonds.  I'd say any topping would be great whatever you have on hand.

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They were rich and chocolate-y and went perfect with a cup of hot coffee.

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...and they were too good not to share, at least the recipe.  Although I did leave two at the doorstep of a friend who commented on my facebook photo, she lives just a few doors away.

I bought my baked donut pan from Marshall's for less than $10.00.
Enjoy your weekend!

A winter day at Pike Place Market.


Last Sunday was grey and wet and typical Seattle winter weather.  I had a bit of holiday shopping to do and I headed into the city for some inspiration.  I have never been shy about coming into Seattle alone, it's a quick 20 minute trip and the streets are easy to navigate.

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The market was beautiful, not too busy and little touches of Christmas everywhere you looked. 

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Everything looks delicious and all the colors seemed even more vibrant with the pale grey skies overhead.

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Grey.

There are cities that receive more rainfall than Seattle but I still think we win the prize for the most overcast days. 

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Flowers, fruit, fish, bakeries, cheese shops, and artisans of all types fill these halls and create a very fun shopping experience.

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And I just love Seattle's Big Wheel, a little whimsey on the waterfront, and a little color on a winter day.

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Just a few hours later I was home, happy to leave the grey outside and warm up with a cup of peppermint tea.

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Have  lovely day!
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