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Baked Banana Donuts with Glaze

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Parmesan Crusted Crostini

We love parmesan crusted ANYTHING and these Parmesan Crusted Crostini are no exception! Modeled after the viral Parmesan Crusted Potatoes, we thought these crostini would surely be a hit! We were right. These are definitely the best crostini we’ve ever made and we might like them even more than the potato version bc of how versatile they are! Not only do they make delicious snacks on their own, but they also make the most delicious…

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Parmesan crusted crostini in a baking dish.

We love parmesan crusted ANYTHING and these Parmesan Crusted Crostini are no exception! Modeled after the viral Parmesan Crusted Potatoes, we thought these crostini would surely be a hit! We were right.

These are definitely the best crostini we’ve ever made and we might like them even more than the potato version bc of how versatile they are! Not only do they make delicious snacks on their own, but they also make the most delicious crostini, topped with nearly anything you can imagine!

How to Make Parmesan Crusted Crostini

Ingredients

Parmesan crusted crostini ingredients on a kitchen counter.

Process

  1. Preheat oven to 400˚F. In a small bowl combine grated parmesan, garlic powder and black pepper. Mix together.
  2. Brush bottom of a 9”x 13” glass baking dish with 1 tablespoon melted butter.
Parmesan mixture to make parmesan crusted crostini.
Parmesan crusted crostini in a baking dish.
  1. Evenly sprinkle parmesan mixture into baking dish.
  2. Top with sliced baguette, leaving space between each piece.
A parmesan mixture sprinkled all over the bottom of a baking dish.
Parmesan crusted crostini over a parmesan mixture ready to be baked.
  1. Lightly brush the tops of each piece of baguette with remaining butter.
  2. Bake for 15 to 18 minutes or until parmesan has browned and crisped and the crostini are lightly toasted on top. Remove baking dish from oven.
Parmesan crostini brushed with oil.
Parmesan crostini recipe out of the oven.
  1. Gently break apart crisped parmesan crostini pieces. Top with toppings of choice and serve!
Parmesan crusted crostini in a baking dish ready to be served.

Tips and Tricks for Success

  • Makes sure the baking dish has a full and even layer of parmesan covering the bottom for maximum crostini coverage.
  • Once you press the sliced baguette into the baking dish leave it along. Moving the pieces of bread around will prevent the glorious parmesan ‘overhang’ from forming, which is one of the best parts!
  • Be sure to leave a small amount of space between each slice of baguette, in the baking dish, to ensure even baking. This will also help to create the parmesan ‘overhang’ on each crostini.

Storing Instructions

These parmesan crusted crostini taste best when enjoyed fresh from the oven, but they also store well in an airtight container, at room temperature, for up to 3 days.

A bunch of parmesan crusted crostini.

What to Serve with Our Parmesan Crusted Crostini

We mentioned earlier how these make the most delicious snack just on their own, but we also LOVE topping them with a variety of things. They truly are the best crostini ever! Some of our favorite toppings and pairings are:

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Parmesan crostini ready to be served.
Parmesan crusted crostini in a baking dish.
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Parmesan Crusted Crostini

We guarantee our Parmesan Crusted Crostini will become your new favorite snack and base for all the delicious and yummy things like bruschetta, dips and more!
Course Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine American, Italian
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 28 minutes
Servings 14
Calories 51kcal

Ingredients

  • 5 ounces baguette sliced into 1/3" thick slices
  • 1/3 cup pre-grated parmesan
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter melted and divided

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 400˚F. In a small bowl combine grated parmesan, garlic powder and black pepper. Mix together.
  • Brush bottom of a 9”x 13” glass baking dish with 1 tablespoon melted butter.
  • Evenly sprinkle parmesan mixture into baking dish. Top with sliced baguette, leaving space between each piece. Lightly brush the tops of each piece of baguette with remaining butter.
  • Bake for 15 to 18 minutes or until parmesan has browned and crisped and the crostini are lightly toasted on top.
  • Remove baking dish from oven and gently break apart crisped parmesan crostini pieces.
  • Top with toppings of choice and serve!

Notes

**Each serving is 1 crostini**
Tips and Tricks for Success
  • Makes sure the baking dish has a full and even layer of parmesan covering the bottom for maximum crostini coverage.
  • Once you press the sliced baguette into the baking dish leave it along. Moving the pieces of bread around will prevent the glorious parmesan ‘overhang’ from forming, which is one of the best parts!
  • Be sure to leave a small amount of space between each slice of baguette, in the baking dish, to ensure even baking. This will also help to create the parmesan ‘overhang’ on each crostini.
Storing Instructions
These parmesan crusted crostini taste best when enjoyed fresh from the oven, but they also store well in an airtight container, at room temperature, for up to 3 days.

Nutrition

Calories: 51kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 6mg | Sodium: 105mg | Potassium: 20mg | Fiber: 0.2g | Sugar: 0.5g | Vitamin A: 71IU | Vitamin C: 0.003mg | Calcium: 32mg | Iron: 0.4mg

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The Best Banana Bread Recipe Ever

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Sour Cream and Chive Drop Biscuits

I love these homemade drop biscuits we have for you today! There is nothing better than taking that first bite of a warm, buttery, fluffy biscuit fresh out of the oven. Our sour cream and chive drop biscuits are easy to make, and a little bit sturdier than biscuits that need to be formed and cut out, making them perfect to pair with hearty soups like our Easy Broccoli Cheddar Soup and our Hearty White…

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Drop biscuit recipe with sour cream and chives baked on a plate.

I love these homemade drop biscuits we have for you today! There is nothing better than taking that first bite of a warm, buttery, fluffy biscuit fresh out of the oven. Our sour cream and chive drop biscuits are easy to make, and a little bit sturdier than biscuits that need to be formed and cut out, making them perfect to pair with hearty soups like our Easy Broccoli Cheddar Soup and our Hearty White Bean and Kale Soup.

I also love using them to make breakfast sandwiches. They freeze incredibly well so I always recommend making a double batch, because nothing makes me happier than pulling these guys out of the freezer and warming them in the oven for a quick and delicious treat!

How to Make Our Drop Biscuits Recipe

Ingredients

Ingredients for sour cream and chive drop biscuit recipe on a counter.

Process

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F. In a medium mixing bowl, combine all dry ingredients.
  2. Whisk together until no lumps remain.
Dry ingredients for drop biscuits in a glass bowl.
Dry ingredients for drop biscuit recipe in a bowl whisked together.
  1. Add sour cream, milk and melted butter.
  2. Stir together until very sticky dough comes together.
Ingredients for drop biscuits in a bowl.
Drop biscuit dough combined in a glass bowl looking sticky.
  1. Add sliced chives.
  2. Fold together until combined.
Drop biscuit dough in a bowl adding chives.
Drop biscuit dough in a bowl ready to be scooped.
  1. Using two lightly greased spoons or a lightly greased ice cream scooper, drop 1/4 cup sized balls of batter/dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment, about 1 inch apart.
  2. Bake biscuits for about 15 minutes, then remove them from the oven and brush the tops with melted butter. Place biscuits back into the oven and continue baking for another 5 to 7 minutes or until golden brown.
Drop biscuit dough scooped onto a parchment lined baking sheet.
Drop biscuits baked on with fresh butter brushed on top.
  1. Allow biscuits to slightly cool before serving.
Sour cream and chive drop biscuits with some open served with butter.

Tools You Will Need

Make Ahead and Freezing Drop Biscuits

Make Ahead

After biscuits have baked, cool completely. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. When ready to use, place in an oven (set to 350˚F) for 5 to 7 minutes, just to warm through. Alternatively, wrap biscuit in a paper towel and heat for 30 seconds to 1 minute until heated through.

Freezing Raw Dough

Drop the biscuit dough onto a baking sheet as per the recipe and instead of putting them into the oven, freeze them until completely frozen then transfer to an airtight freezer bag or container and store in the freezer for up to three months.

When you’re ready to bake them, place them onto a parchment lined baking sheet and place in a 400˚F oven and bake for 20 minutes. Remove from oven, brush with butter and continue to bake biscuits for an additional 8 to 10 minutes.

Thawing/Rewarming Baked Biscuits

When ready to use, place frozen biscuits onto a baking sheet and place in an oven (set to 350˚F) for 6 to 8 minutes, just to thaw and warm through. Alternatively, wrap biscuit in a paper towel and heat for about 2 minute, in the microwave, until thawed and heated through.

A recipe for Sour Cream and Chive Drop Biscuits.

Variations

  • Add different mix-ins based on preference! Some of our favorites are: chopped bacon, dill, rosemary, roasted garlic, shredded cheese.
  • Replace the sour cream for greek yogurt (1:1).
  • Replace the dairy milk for nut or rice milk of your choice.

Tips and Tricks for Drop Biscuit Success

  • Don’t over mix the dough to prevent the biscuits from becoming dense.
  • Using an ice cream/cookie scooper will ensure the biscuits are all the same size and shape, which will help them to bake evenly.
Drop biscuits served with softened butter.

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Sour Cream and Chive Drop Biscuit Recipe

We love this sour cream and chive drop biscuit recipe because it's so simple to make and very versatile! You can add different mix-ins to suit your taste! These biscuits are so soft, buttery and fluffy and are the easiest one bowl recipe you'll ever make!
Course Side Dish, Snack
Cuisine American
Prep Time 12 minutes
Cook Time 22 minutes
Total Time 34 minutes
Servings 15
Calories 113kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 cups all purpose flour
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • tsp salt
  • ½ tsp baking soda
  • ¼ tsp cracked black pepper
  • 3 tbsp thinly sliced chives
  • cup sour cream chilled
  • ½ cup milk chilled
  • ¼ cup melted and cooled unsalted butter plus more for brushing on top of biscuits

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 400°F.
  • In a medium mixing bowl, combine all dry ingredients.
  • Whisk together until no lumps remain.
  • Add sour cream, milk and melted butter and stir together until very sticky dough comes together.
  • Add sliced chives and fold together until combined.
  • Using two lightly greased spoons or a lightly greased ice cream scooper, drop 1/4 cup sized balls of batter/dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment, about 1 inch apart.
  • Bake biscuits for about 15 minutes, then remove them from the oven and brush the tops with melted butter. Place biscuits back into the oven and continue baking for another 5 to 7 minutes or until golden brown.
  • Allow biscuits to slightly cool before serving.

Notes

Make Ahead
After biscuits have baked, cool completely. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. When ready to use, place in an oven (set to 350˚F) for 5 to 7 minutes, just to warm through. Alternatively, wrap biscuit in a paper towel and heat for 30 seconds to 1 minute until heated through.
Freezing Raw Dough
Drop the biscuit dough onto a baking sheet as per the recipe and instead of putting them into the oven, freeze them until completely frozen then transfer to an airtight freezer bag or container and store in the freezer for up to three months.
When you’re ready to bake them, place them onto a parchment lined baking sheet and place in a 400˚F oven and bake for 20 minutes. Remove from oven, brush with butter and continue to bake biscuits for an additional 8 to 10 minutes.
Thawing/Rewarming Baking Biscuits
When ready to use, place frozen biscuits onto a baking sheet and place in an oven (set to 350˚F) for 6 to 8 minutes, just to thaw and warm through. Alternatively, wrap biscuit in a paper towel and heat for about 2 minute until thawed and heated through.
Tips and Tricks for Success
  • Don’t over mix the dough to prevent the biscuits from becoming dense.
  • Using an ice cream/cookie scooper will ensure the biscuits are all the same size and shape, which will help them to bake evenly.

Nutrition

Serving: 1each | Calories: 113kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 14mg | Sodium: 299mg | Potassium: 46mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 198IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 56mg | Iron: 1mg

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How to Make Honey Butter

Learn how to make honey butter in only 5 minutes for a heavenly sweet, creamy, and just a little bit salty spread for your favorite baked goods and sides. Honey butter is one of those condiments that add extra richness to life and makes ordinary food feel extra special. Does regular butter do the trick for moistening or flavoring your favorite muffins or biscuits? Sure. But once you slather this sweet and creamy honey butter…

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Honey butter smeared on toast.

Learn how to make honey butter in only 5 minutes for a heavenly sweet, creamy, and just a little bit salty spread for your favorite baked goods and sides.

Honey butter is one of those condiments that add extra richness to life and makes ordinary food feel extra special.

Does regular butter do the trick for moistening or flavoring your favorite muffins or biscuits? Sure. But once you slather this sweet and creamy honey butter on a warm fresh-from-the-oven biscuit or a slice of homemade bread, your simple meal is instantly upgraded to special occasion status.

You only need 5 minutes, three ingredients, and a mixer to experience this simple pleasure known as homemade honey butter.

Honey butter in a bowl with honey and salt on top.

How to Make Honey Butter

Ingredients

Ingredients to make honey butter.

Process

  1. Place butter into a mixing bowl with honey and salt.
  2. Using a hand mixer, beat the butter mixture until light and fluffy.
Softened sticks of butter, honey, and salt in a glass bowl.
Honey butter in a glass bowl being beaten with a hand mixer.
  1. Transfer honey to a small bowl and top with a drizzle of honey and more sea salt flakes. Serve.
Honey butter in a bowl with honey and salt on top.

Tips and Tricks for Success

  • Before starting, make sure your butter is fully softened. This piece is super important, so the honey is able to whip into the butter evenly, creating a smooth, light, and fluffy texture.
  • Choose unsalted butter. Controlling the amount of salt you add to the recipe keeps it from being too salty and adds just the right amount to bring out the sweetness of the honey.
  • If you only have salted butter, just be sure to skip the added salt.
  • If using raw honey that’s hardened, just pop the jar in the microwave for a few seconds or place the container in a jar of hot water to melt the honey back down to a runny consistency.
Honey butter in a bowl close up.

How to Soften Butter

You decide to make honey butter just before dinner, but your butter is rock-hard and cold. We’ve all been there. Softened butter is not melted butter, so don’t try nuking it in the microwave and hoping for the same results. Instead, try these methods to soften your butter quickly!

  • Pour boiling hot water into a small glass or ceramic dish and let it sit for 2-3 minutes. Pour the water out, slice your butter into tablespoon-sized pieces, then place it in the dish, covering it. Let the butter sit in the warm dish for about 10 minutes or until soft.
  • If you have the oven on, slice your butter into small pieces and place them in a glass container on the stove. Cover with a towel and let the dish sit on the stove, watching to ensure the butter doesn’t melt! If you have an older-style oven/stove that gets very hot, you won’t want to use this method as the butter may melt.
Honey butter close up on toast.

How to Store Honey Butter

If you plan to use your honey butter within a few days, store it in a covered container on the countertop. It should last up to a few weeks in a covered container in the refrigerator. Once refrigerated, separation could happen. If it does, just bring it back to room temperature and beat it with an electric mixer until combined.

Honey butter on top of a half slice of toast.
Honey butter on a piece of toast.
Honey butter smeared on a piece of toast.
Honey butter on toast with salt on top.

Honey Butter Serving Suggestions

Sweet and creamy honey-enhanced butter takes any bread, pancake, muffin, or even vegetable to a dreamy new level. Try it slathered on these recipes:

Honey butter in a bowl with toast on the side.

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Honey Butter Recipe

This honey butter recipe is creamy, sweet, and takes only 3 ingredients and 5 minutes to whip togther. You'll want a batch of this on hand at all times for pancakes, scones, muffins, bread, and more!
Course condiment, spread
Cuisine French
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings 8
Calories 236kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter softened
  • 1/4 cup honey plus more for drizzling
  • 1 tablespoon crushed sea salt flakes plus more for topping

Instructions

  • Place butter into mixing bowl with honey and salt.
  • Using hand mixer, beat butter mixture until light and fluffy.
  • Transfer honey to a small bowl and top with a drizzle of honey and more sea salt flakes. Serve.

Notes

**recipe makes 1 cup and each serving is 2 tablespoons**
**nutritional information does not include extra honey for drizzling or extra sea salt for topping**

Nutrition

Calories: 236kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 0.3g | Fat: 23g | Saturated Fat: 15g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 61mg | Sodium: 876mg | Potassium: 12mg | Fiber: 0.02g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 709IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 8mg | Iron: 0.1mg

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Blackberry Muffins with Streusel Topping

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How to Make Delicious and Easy Monkey Bread

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