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62 Precious Baked Goods

From Color-Fading DIY Pastries to Cuddly Caramel-Filled Desserts

— June 21, 2013 — Lifestyle
There are two types of sweets in this world: quick, simple sugar-filled goods for snacking, and elegant, complex-ingredient creations for indulging; these precious baked goods are the latter. When you are in the mood for delicately baked desserts that melt in your mouth and satisfy you deeply you need to enjoy something that has been created, not just made.

These precious baked goods look as elegant and sophisticated as they taste. Using whole ingredients and tested recipes these baked creations are an experience in themselves. Savory, complementary ingredients come together in just the right amounts the moment you taste one of these confections. From famous feline treats to perfect potion pastries, these precious baked goods are so splendid you will never want to go back to the cheap thrills of corner store chocolate bars.
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Spicy Peanut Butter Desserts
Spicy Peanut Butter Desserts
This Recipe by ‘A Beautiful Mess’ is Deceptively Sweet
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Alcoholic Cacao Popsicles
Alcoholic Cacao Popsicles
The Chocolate Stout Cheesecake Fudgesicle is the Ultimate Summer Treat
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Miniature Meringue Pies
Miniature Meringue Pies
These 'Plum Pie' Lime Pastries are a Miniature Version of the Tart Pastry
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Sweet Swoon-Worthy Pastries
Sweet Swoon-Worthy Pastries
These Champagnes and Roses Macarons are Perfect for Romancing
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Massive Macaron Cakes
Massive Macaron Cakes
The Westin St. Francis Pays Tribute to the Parisian Confection in a Big Way
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Authentic Ganache Macarons
Authentic Ganache Macarons
The La Bamboche Macarons Mix Fine Ingredients For Luscious New Flavors
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Holiday Elixir Pastries
Holiday Elixir Pastries
The Eggnog Cream Pie is a Naughty Way to Cap Off the Holiday Season
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Nutty Caffeine Cupcake Creations
Nutty Caffeine Cupcake Creations
These Chocolate Walnut Espresso Cupcakes are Sugary Sweet
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Cheddarific Meringue Cookies
Cheddarific Meringue Cookies
Try Cheetos Macarons for a Wacky-Flavored Treat
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Intoxicated Fruit Sorbet
Intoxicated Fruit Sorbet
The ‘Apt. 2B Baking Co.’ Rhubarb Gin Ice Cream Has a Zing to
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Blooming Spring Pastries
Blooming Spring Pastries
The Chrysanthemum Crisp Treats are a Welcomed Weekend Indulgent
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Salted Frozen Banana Sweets
Salted Frozen Banana Sweets
These Salted Chocolate Banana Bites Make Great Snacks
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Canine-Friendly Christmas Cakes
Canine-Friendly Christmas Cakes
A Japanese Bakery Makes Cakes Dogs Can Eat with Their Owners
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Chocolate Bar Stuffed Brownies
Chocolate Bar Stuffed Brownies
These Multidimensional Desserts Have Layers Of Chocolate Nougat
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Mocha Swirl Cookies
Mocha Swirl Cookies
This Recipe from Sprinkle Bakes Makes a Simple and Delicious Snack
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Bulging Breakfast Morsels
Bulging Breakfast Morsels
These French Toast Macarons Sport All Your Morning Meal Favorites
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Cereal-Infused Cakes
Cereal-Infused Cakes
Froot Loop Donuts are a Breakfast Dessert Mashup Treat
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Sitcom-Inspired Frozen Treats
Sitcom-Inspired Frozen Treats
This Recipe is Inspired by the Arrested Development Banana Stand
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Campfire-Inspired Muffins
Campfire-Inspired Muffins
The 'Gotta Have S'more' S'Muffins are Filled with Marshmallow Goodness
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Invigoratingly Minty Cupcakes
Invigoratingly Minty Cupcakes
This 'My Baking Addiction' Dessert is Better Than Any Breath Mint
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Deceptively Fruity Fauxnuts
Deceptively Fruity Fauxnuts
These Lemon Cakes are a Healthy Donut Alternative
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Deliciously Deceptive Carrot Muffins
Deliciously Deceptive Carrot Muffins
These Tasty Treats are Actually Inside-Out Carrot Cakes
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Grandeur Gourmet Marshmallows
Grandeur Gourmet Marshmallows
These Marshmallows by Plush Puffs are Fluffy and Full of Flavor
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Perfect Potion Pastries
Perfect Potion Pastries
Harry Potter's Favorite Treacle Tart is a Magical Make
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Snowflake Macarons
Snowflake Macarons
These Wintry Treats are a Nice Accompaniment with Hot Chocolate
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Cuddly Caramel-Filled Desserts
Cuddly Caramel-Filled Desserts
The 'Caramel Koala Macarons' are Absolutely Delightful and Adorable
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Highball Cocktail Cakes
Highball Cocktail Cakes
The 'How Sweet It Is' Gin and Tonic Dessert Infuses a Classic Drink
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Buttermilk Green Tea Donuts
Buttermilk Green Tea Donuts
This Delicious Recipe Tops Cakes with Vibrant Icing
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Homemade Pop-Up Breakfast Pastries
Homemade Pop-Up Breakfast Pastries
These Homemade Pop Tart Recipes are Stuffed With Sweet Fillings
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Java Pastry Mashup Beverages
Java Pastry Mashup Beverages
The Coffee and Donuts Milkshake is an Exploration of Cafe Culture
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Fate-Inspired Confections
Fate-Inspired Confections
The Crumbs Fortune Cookie Cupcake Foresees a Tasty Future
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Mimicking Cream-Filled Desserts
Mimicking Cream-Filled Desserts
The Twinkie Bundt Cake Satisfies Your Hostess Brands Cravings
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Tempting Alcoholic Pastries
Tempting Alcoholic Pastries
The Mojito Doughnut Recipe Infuses Delicious Cake Flavors with Mint
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Festive Pumpkin Pastries
Festive Pumpkin Pastries
Serve Up Some Halloween Donuts to Celebrate the Holidays
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Dessert Diorama Ads
Dessert Diorama Ads
The Mr Kipling Exceedingly Good Cakes Campaign is Fun and Lighthearted
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Divine Delicacies
Divine Delicacies
La Maison du Chocolat's 'La Nuit du Gateau' Event is Simply Delectable
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Super-Sized French Pastries
Super-Sized French Pastries
The Macaron Cake Impresses with its Size and Delicate Construction
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Sweet Strudel Muffins
Sweet Strudel Muffins
This 'Sally Baking Addiction' Peach Pie Creation is Jam-Packed with Fruit
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Petite Fast Food Pastries
Petite Fast Food Pastries
These Kentieo Hamburger Cupcakes are Deliciously Sweet
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Famous Feline Treats
Famous Feline Treats
These Hello Kitty French Macarons are Cute and Delicious
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Cake-Filled Brownie Bites
Cake-Filled Brownie Bites
These Sweets Blend Brownies with Cake and Cookie Dough
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Precious Petite Pastries
Precious Petite Pastries
These Bite Sized Banana Cream Pies are Perfectly Portioned
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DIY Banana Split Cheesecake
DIY Banana Split Cheesecake
These Party Desserts Require No Baking and Will Satisfy a Sweet Tooth
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Sweet-and-Savory Donuts
Sweet-and-Savory Donuts
The Avocado Donut is a Healthy Gluten Free Dessert
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Blossoming Fruit Desserts
Blossoming Fruit Desserts
Apple Roses by Kouzino Mageieremata are Perfect for Garden Parties
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Confection Replica Cases
Confection Replica Cases
Macaron Trinket Boxes Offer Sweet Storage for Pint-Sized Odds and Ends
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Precious Pastry Mash-Ups
Precious Pastry Mash-Ups
These Doughnut Macarons are the Perfect Hybrid of Two Stellar Desserts
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Bite-Sized Pasta Pastries
Bite-Sized Pasta Pastries
The 'Girl Who Ate Everything' Lasagna Cupcakes Serve Italian Differently
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Delicate Hybrid Desserts
Delicate Hybrid Desserts
These Pumpkin Pie Macarons are Vibrantly Elegant
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Bite-Sized Campfire Confections
Bite-Sized Campfire Confections
The Smore Pie Pops Updates the Quintessential Summer Dessert
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Color-Fading DIY Pastries
Color-Fading DIY Pastries
These Purple Ombre Mini Cakes are Perfect for Prom and Weddings
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Boozy Mint Cookies
Boozy Mint Cookies
The Mojito Macarons Are Modeled After Sweet Summer Drinks
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Eclectic Eclairs
Eclectic Eclairs
Inedible Pastries in Brilliant Colors Look Good Enough to Wear
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Candy-Colored Confections
Candy-Colored Confections
The Pierre Hermé Pastries Will Leave You Hungry for More
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Autumn-Inspired Pastries
Autumn-Inspired Pastries
The Pumpkin Spice Whoopie Pies are the Perfect Fall Dessert
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Glorious Golden Hive Cakes
Glorious Golden Hive Cakes
These Chocolate Beehive Cupcakes are Creating a Buzz You Can't Refuse
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Candy-Concealing Wafers
Candy-Concealing Wafers
The Birthday Present Surprise Cookies are the Perfect Edible Gift
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Dramatic Cake Pops
Dramatic Cake Pops
Andrea Morris' Cocomori Treats Are Expressive
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DIY Candy-Concealing Cones
DIY Candy-Concealing Cones
This 'Evite' Pinata Ice Cream Dessert is Great for Festive Celebration
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Cute Confectionary Hybrids
Cute Confectionary Hybrids
These Coffee Cake Cupcakes Deliver the Power of Two Treats in One
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DIY Hidden Text Cakes
DIY Hidden Text Cakes
Victoria Hudgins’ Unique Birthday Cake has a Secret Message Inside
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