Incredibly soft, moist, thick and chewy chocolate chip cookie bars made with coconut oil instead of butter, all in one bowl! To be honest, I’ve been DYING to share these with you for weeks now. After making these for my friends a few weeks ago, I shared them on Instagram Stories. I asked if you…
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Guava Caramel Bread Pudding with Pecans
In my Cuban family, pudin de pan (bread pudding) was always Mami’s favorite but I wanted to give it a delicious new twist. Enter my guava caramel bread pudding with candied pecans! Just like my guava jam bars, this recipe is a nod to my roots with a modern kick. Instead of raisins (no thank…
Continue ReadingBrazo Gitano de Guayaba (Guava Swiss Roll)
Growing up in a Cuban family, I’d go to the bakery with my mom every weekend. We’d grab croquetas and pastelitos but on the rare occasion, we’d grab a slice of a guava jelly roll cake or brazo gitano. Brazo gitano, which translates to “gypsy’s arm” in English is known for its whimsical name because…
Continue ReadingThe BEST Chewy Fudgy Brownies
Rich and decadent, chewy, fudgy brownies with crackly tops and crispy edges. You and your family won’t get enough of these super fudgy brownies that you can make all in one bowl. You’ll never buy another box mix again!
Continue ReadingEasy & Authentic Puerto Rican Coquito
There’s nothing I love more during the holiday season than family and boozy drinks. Just kidding, I love the food too! But I gotta say… the first time I tried this boozy Puerto Rican coconut drink, I nearly cried tears of happiness at how delicious it tasted. It’s rich and creamy and, I prefer it…
Continue ReadingPinchos De Pollo (Easy Cuban-Style Chicken Skewers)
Chicken is never boring in a Cuban household. Whether we are making Cuban grilled chicken breast or Cuban arroz con pollo, you can always expect a dish full of flavor! This Pinchos de Pollo recipe is no exception. I mean I also love my pollo asado but that’s a post for another day. What are…
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