Sweet Archives • Serendipity by Sara Lynn

Cheesecake Red Velvet Trifles

Published on February 11, 2021February 11, 2021 by serendipitybysaralynnLeave a comment

With fluffy red velvet cake, smooth cheesecake cream, and crushed chocolate cookies, these cheesecake red velvet trifles are decadent, chocolatey, and so pretty!

A 45 degree shot two red velvet trifles with cheesecake filling, crushed chocolate cookies, and a strawberry on a grey table surrounded by three more trifles and a spoon.

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Eggnog Cookies with Boozy Glaze

Published on December 20, 2020December 19, 2020 by serendipitybysaralynn1 Comment

Tender, buttery shortbread eggnog cookies with a boozy eggnog glaze. Simple and gorgeous, these cookies are one of my new holiday favorites!

A side image of a stack of eggnog cookies tied with string on a white background with green pine branches and a red plate in the background.

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Sesame Lace Cookies with Dark Chocolate

Published on December 11, 2020December 10, 2020 by serendipitybysaralynn1 Comment

Inspired by Italian Florentine cookies, sesame lace cookies are nice and thin with a buttery toffee flavor. These cookies come together in a pinch for stress-free holiday baking!

A white oval plate with sesame lace cookies on a grey background surrounded by a pink linen, coffee, more cookies, and ingredients.

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Pumpkin Crème Brûlée Tart

Published on December 4, 2020December 10, 2020 by serendipitybysaralynnLeave a comment

A smooth and creamy spiced pumpkin crème brûlée tart with buttery shortbread crust and a caramelized, crackly lid. This tart is beyond delicious and may just be my new favorite dessert!

An overhead photo of a sliced creme brulee tart on a grey background surrounded by a green linen, grey plate, and a bowl of sugar.

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Pumpkin Morning Buns

Published on October 27, 2020October 28, 2020 by serendipitybysaralynn8 Comments

Pumpkin morning buns made with my all-time favorite soft dough, filled with a spiced pumpkin pie-like filling, and finished with butter and a sprinkle of sugar. A lovely (make-ahead) breakfast situation for the holidays!

An overhead shot of cinnamon rolls on a white marble plate surrounded by pumpkins, leaves, and a dark green linen on a grey background.

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Apple Cider Whoopie Pies with Salted Caramel Frosting

Published on October 1, 2020October 28, 2020 by serendipitybysaralynnLeave a comment

Spiced apple cider whoopie pies with cinnamon, brown sugar, vanilla, and a creamy salted caramel frosting. The only treat you need for sweater-wearing, leaf-falling, chilly autumn days.

An overhead shot of a white plate filled with apple cider whoopie pies, surrounded by a baking pan, apples, cinnamon, and a piping bag.

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Birthday Cake Donuts with Vanilla Glaze

Published on July 25, 2020October 28, 2020 by serendipitybysaralynn16 Comments

Baked birthday cake donuts with vanilla, sprinkles, and a simple glaze! Perfectly rich, delicious, and simple to make, these donuts are a unique twist on the traditional birthday cake. 🎉

An overhead shot of a funfetti donut with a bite taken out, surrounded by other donuts on a white speckled background with rainbow sprinkles.

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Blueberry Galette with Hazelnut Frangipane

Published on June 12, 2020October 28, 2020 by serendipitybysaralynnLeave a comment

A PERFECT BLUEBERRY GALETTE WITH TENDER, BUTTERY CRUST, LEMONY, SPICED BLUEBERRY FILLING, AND HOMEMADE HAZELNUT FRANGIPANE!

An overhead shot of a sliced blueberry galette on a grey background, surrounded by clear blue class plates, a white linen, and white hydrangeas.

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Funfetti Cupcakes with Marshmallow Buttercream

Published on May 22, 2020October 28, 2020 by serendipitybysaralynnLeave a comment

HOMEMADE FUNFETTI CUPCAKES WITH LOTS OF RAINBOW SPRINKLES AND A CREAMY MARSHMALLOW BUTTERCREAM! THIS IS A HIGH-ALTITUDE CAKE RECIPE WITH SEA-LEVEL INSTRUCTIONS INCLUDED!