Bear claws deserve to be more popular. They have this fantastic shape, one that allows a little bit of the filling to escape from the inside, giving a preview of what’s to come. Plus, the naturally smooth top of the pastry begs for some extra adornments. Some coarse sugar, crisp topping, or chopped nuts do a great job adding visual appeal, and should be added before baking. After baking, a dusting of powdered sugar, or some striping with water fondant…
Hello everyone, and welcome to my blog! There’s not much I love more than baking, and this is definitely a baking blog. Within the world of baking, my favorite food to produce is viennoiserie, that amazing combination of yeast and pastry. Y’all know what I’m talking about: Danish pastries overflowing with fruit, or cheese; blistery croissants so flaky they shatter in your mouth; and cinnamon rolls that melt like butter on the tongue. Unfortunately, many otherwise-skilled bakers avoid these items, viewing the…