dessert Archives • Serendipity by Sara Lynn

Chewy Coffee Cookies

Published on December 22, 2021February 19, 2022 by serendipitybysaralynn15 Comments

These coffee cookies are truly the best! They are crispy on the edges, chewy in the middle, and flavored with a hint of cinnamon, cardamom, and vanilla. If you’re a coffee person, you need to make these ASAP!

An overhead image of a round cooling rack topped with coffee cookies on a grey speckled table next to a dark green linen, cup of coffee, and Chemex.

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Pumpkin Crisp with Maple Oat Streusel

Published on October 22, 2021November 6, 2021 by serendipitybysaralynnLeave a comment

This pumpkin crisp has a creamy, spiced filling topped with maple and oat streusel. It’s a bit simpler than traditional pumpkin pie but it’s just as good and has all of the best autumn flavors!

An overhead image of a mini cast iron skillet with pumpkin crisp and a scoop of vanilla ice cream on a dark green table next to two more skillets, a black and white checkered linen, and vintage forks.

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The Best Strawberry Cheesecake Bars

Published on August 13, 2021November 16, 2021 by serendipitybysaralynn1 Comment

These are the best strawberry cheesecake bars ever! Graham cracker crust, light and creamy cheesecake, spiked strawberry topping, and a hint of lemon come together for a classic, summery dessert.

Rows of strawberry cheesecake bars on white parchment paper placed on a white counter. In the background, a woman with red finger nails wearing a beige apron is spooning strawberries over one of the middle bars.

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Sour Cream Lemon Pound Cake with Blackberry Glaze

Published on May 13, 2021March 6, 2022 by serendipitybysaralynn4 Comments

Sour cream lemon pound cake combines rich, buttery pound cake with vanilla, lemon, and a tart blackberry glaze. The perfect, simple, summery cake for BBQs and parties!

A side image of a bundt cake topped with pink glaze and white blossoms on a marble cake stand placed on a grey background next to sliced lemons.

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Eggnog Cookies with Boozy Glaze

Published on December 20, 2020November 6, 2021 by serendipitybysaralynn3 Comments

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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Blueberry Galette with Hazelnut Frangipane

Published on June 12, 2020November 6, 2021 by serendipitybysaralynn1 Comment

A summery blueberry galette with a tender, buttery crust, lemony blueberry filling, and homemade hazelnut frangipane. This is one of my favorite ways to use up fresh, gorgeous berries!

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, 2020November 6, 2021 by serendipitybysaralynn2 Comments

These homemade funfetti cupcakes with lots of rainbow sprinkles and creamy marshmallow buttercream are the best! They are a huge crowd-pleaser and are great for parties and get-togethers.

A side shot of a plate of funfetti cupcakes with white frosting and sprinkles on top, surrounded by a cake stand with more cupcakes, a bowl of sprinkles, a pink linen, and glasses of milk.

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Chocolate Cream Pie + Bourbon Butterscotch

Published on November 15, 2019November 8, 2021 by serendipitybysaralynn3 Comments

An easy from-scratch chocolate cream pie with a dark chocolate pudding filling. Served with whipped cream topping and creamy bourbon butterscotch for some warm autumn vibes.

An overhead image of a sliced chocolate cream pie in a dark teal pie plate on a grey speckled table next to two white plates with pie slices, a vintage pie server, vintage forks, a striped linen, and a dish of cacao nibs.

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Pumpkin Millionaire’s Shortbread

Published on October 30, 2019November 6, 2021 by serendipitybysaralynn1 Comment

Soft pumpkin shortbread, spiced pumpkin-infused caramel, dark chocolate topping, and a sprinkling of flaky salt. These pumpkin millionaire’s shortbread bars are the ultimate fall treat!

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Strawberry Balsamic Hand Pies + Honey Glaze

Published on August 30, 2019April 5, 2022 by serendipitybysaralynn4 Comments

Inspired by Salt & Straw in Portland, these strawberry balsamic hand pies are flaky, perfectly sweet, and finished with a vanilla and honey glaze.

An overhead image of rows of strawberry balsamic hand pies on a marble counter.

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