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Get ready to indulge in a mouthwatering ricotta cake that will blow your taste buds away! This amazing dessert combines the creamy goodness of whole milk ricotta cheese with pockets of mini chocolate chips. The result is cake that’s moist, tender, and perfectly sweet!

If you love ricotta cheese in desserts, here are a couple more recipes you’ll have to try out next: lemon ricotta cookies or sweet cannoli dip! The addition of ricotta cheese makes them so rich, creamy, and delicious.

Ricotta Cake Recipe

If you haven’t tried using ricotta cheese in your desserts, now is the time to start! Full fat ricotta cheese is an awesome ingredient for desserts because it makes them super creamy and decadent. It’s got that extra fat content that adds richness and makes everything taste even better. Whether you’re baking cakes, cookies, or cheesecakes, using full fat ricotta cheese takes your sweet treats to a whole new level of yumminess. (Make some cannoli or lemon ricotta pancakes and see for yourself!)

Let’s talk about this ricotta cake, though. It’s so rich, tender and velvety soft, you won’t be able to get enough. It’s quickly becoming one of my favorite cake recipes and it’s not hard to see why! A slice of sweet, tender goodness with melty chocolate chips in each bite? Sounds pretty dreamy to me! If you’ve never had ricotta cake before, here’s your sign to make some. Trust me, you won’t regret it! Everyone will want a slice, so be sure to save some for yourself.

Ingredients in Ricotta Cake

Packed with a dreamy combination of ingredients like ricotta cheese, mini chocolate chips, and a splash of fragrant vanilla, this recipe is a surefire way to bake up a ridiculously moist and indulgent treat that’ll have everyone begging for more. So grab your apron and get ready to wow your taste buds with this ricotta cake! Note: exact measurements can be found below in the recipe card.

All-Purpose Flour: Gives structure and stability to the cake, allowing it to rise and hold its shape. You can also use gluten-free flour or almond flour to make this cake suitable for different diets! Just keep in mind that the crumb may vary slightly.

Baking Powder: Makes the ricotta cake light and fluffy by creating air bubbles that help it rise while baking.

Salt: Just a pinch of salt enhances the flavors in the cake, bringing out the sweetness and also adding a subtle savory element.

Unsalted Butter: Adds richness and moisture to the cake, making it oh-so-tender and melt-in-your-mouth.

Sugar: Sugar adds the necessary sweetness to balance out the flavors of the cake.

Eggs: Bind everything together and contribute to the cake’s structure and moisture.

Pure Vanilla Extract: A splash of vanilla extract adds a touch of warmth to the cake, making it irresistibly fragrant and delicious.

Whole Milk Ricotta Cheese: The star of the show! This creamy cheese is the secret ingredient that gives the cake its unique texture and moistness. Part skim ricotta can also be used, but keep in mind that your cake may not turn out as creamy or rich.

Mini Chocolate Chips: Tiny bursts of chocolatey goodness that add pockets of sweetness and a delightful texture to the cake. You could also use regular-sized chocolate chips or chocolate chunks, it’s all up to you!

Let’s Make Chocolate Chip Ricotta Cake!

Ricotta cake is super easy to prepare. Really, the hardest part is waiting for it to come out of the oven! This cake has a cooking time of about an hour, so turn on an episode or two of your favorite TV show while this bad boy bakes. Trust me, it’s so worth it. It’s hard not to eat the whole thing in one sitting once it comes out of the oven!

Preheat Oven, Prepare Pan: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Spray a 10-inch springform pan with pan spray and set aside.

Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.

Butter Mixture: In a large bowl, use a hand mixer or a stand mixer to beat together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.

Add Wet Ingredients: Add the eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each one. Add the vanilla and ricotta and beat until combined.

Combine With Dry Ingredients: Scrape down the sides and bottom of the bowl and add the flour mixture. Mix until just combined. Then use a spatula to fold in the chocolate chips.

Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 50-60 minutes, until a toothpick comes out clean from the center and the center springs back when you gently press on it.

Cool and Serve: Let the ricotta cake cool completely before serving. If desired, dust with powdered sugar.

French Toast is thick sliced bread dipped in a creamy egg, milk, and cinnamon mixture and then cooked on a griddle to perfection. This delightful breakfast is filling, easy, and going to be a hit with everyone in your family!

Breakfast is better with French toast! If you love French toast as much I do, then you have to try all of my variations of it! Try this Caramel Apple French Toast Casserole, this family favorite Creme Brûlée French Toast or this delicious Almond Crusted French Toast with Roasted Strawberry Syrup.

Secret Ingredient French Toast Recipe

You can never go wrong with the best French toast recipe! To make this the best of the best, you have to have the secret ingredient that is often left out. When my husband was living in France, he learned to put vanilla in his French toast, and it has been our secret ingredient ever since! It is a little slice of heaven when everything is sliced, mixed, covered, and cooked all to perfection!

Surprisingly, French toast is not from France. Historians say it is originally from a Roman recipe. It is thought that the Roman recipe soaked the bread in milk and then fried it . In France, they call French toast Pain Perdu. It means lost bread. They take stale bread that is dipped and then cooked. Since it is not known to be French and no one really knows how itgot its name, I think we can all say we are just happy to have a good French toast recipe.

Ingredients in French Toast

A very basic and simple ingredient with one ingredient that stands out and makes this French toast recipe the best… Vanilla is the key that will make your French toast stand out and have that extra added flavor you will instantly love. Check out the recipe card at the bottom of the post for exact measurements.

Eggs: The eggs coat the bread and give it a crisp crust when cooked.

Milk: This ingredient makes a creamy coating over the bread when mixed with eggs.

Cinnamon: This is a must and adds in so much flavor to the toast.

Vanilla: This secret ingredient will take this French toast recipe to the top!

Butter: The butter greases up the griddle or pan cooking while cooking. I use unsalted butter.

Bread: I like to use thick bread like Texas toast or sliced French bread.

Fresh berries: Blueberries, strawberries, blackberries, or raspberries are my favorite combination.

Powdered sugar: I like to sprinkle a little sweetness over top.

Syrup: Syrup softens the bread and adds the perfect touch.

How to Make French Toast

Don’t let these simple ingredients fool you though! You are making one of the best French toast recipes and it is packed with delicious flavor.

Whisk together ingredients: In a medium size bowl, add eggs and milk and whisk together until smooth. Add in the cinnamon and vanilla and whisk.

Prepare skillet or griddle: Preheat the griddle to medium and add the butter.

Cook: Once the butter has melted and the griddle is hot, add the dipped bread and fry until golden brown. Repeat on the other side.

Top and serve warm: Top with your favorite toppings, fresh berries, powdered sugar, and syrup and enjoy!

Who would’ve thought that red cabbage slaw could be so dang tasty? Trust me, this stuff is delicious! Finely sliced red cabbage, matchstick carrots, and herbs tossed with a killer dressing made of olive oil, lime juice, honey, and garlic. It’s the perfect way to jazz up any dish.

Coleslaw is such a great summer side. It adds the best crunch and fresh flavor to any dish! You’ll have to try making this copycat KFC coleslaw next!

Red Cabbage Slaw Recipe

Red cabbage slaw is like a flavor explosion on the side! Seriously, don’t judge it by its name—this stuff is amazing. Just imagine finely sliced red cabbage, matchstick carrots, and some chopped green onion and cilantro all mixed together. It’s colorful, crunchy, and full of fresh flavors that you’ll love.

The best part about red cabbage slaw is how versatile it is. You can pile it on top of tacos, burgers, or sandwiches for an extra punch of deliciousness. It’s also the perfect side dish to serve with grilled meats or roasted veggies. And let’s not forget about the dressing—olive oil, lime juice, honey, and garlic come together to create a tangy and slightly sweet sauce that ties everything together. Whether you dig in right away or save it for later, red cabbage slaw stays fresh and tasty. You’re going to love having it on hand!

Ingredients Needed

The key here is to use fresh ingredients so your red cabbage slaw has the best flavor. Once you have some fresh veggies on hand, all you need to do is whip up a simple dressing to bring out their tasty natural flavors!

Red Cabbage: Finely sliced for a burst of color and a satisfying crunch. It also adds a mild, slightly peppery taste to the slaw.

Matchstick Carrots: These are thinly sliced carrots that bring a hint of natural sweetness and a nice crispy texture to the mix.

Green Onion: Diced green onion adds a fresh and mild onion flavor, giving the slaw a little kick.

Cilantro: Chopped cilantro brings a refreshing and herby taste, making the slaw even more flavorful and bright. If cilantro’s not your thing, feel free to omit it.

Olive Oil: This is the base of the dressing, giving the slaw a smooth and rich texture.

Lime Juice: Adds a tangy and zesty kick to the slaw, balancing out the flavors and giving it a refreshing citrus taste.

Honey: A touch of sweetness that helps to balance the tanginess of the lime juice, adding depth to the overall flavor.

Garlic: Minced garlic brings a strong and savory taste to the dressing, giving the slaw some extra flavor. Garlic powder also works, but the overall flavor will be more mild.

Salt and Pepper: These simple seasonings enhance the flavors of the slaw, making it taste even better with a bit of savoriness and a hint of spiciness.

How to Make Red Cabbage Coleslaw

Not only is this red cabbage slaw super light and delicious, but it’s so easy to make! It only takes a few steps of preparing your veggies and whipping up a simple dressing. Next time you need some tasty coleslaw, skip buying it from the store and make this instead. It only takes 5 minutes!

Combine Veggies: In a large bowl, combine the cabbage, carrots, green onion, and chopped cilantro. 

Dressing Mixture: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, honey, and minced garlic.

Toss: Pour the dressing over the coleslaw ingredients and then toss together. 

Season: Season to taste with salt and pepper. Then serve immediately or refrigerate until serving. Store refrigerated for up to 2 days. 

Gyro seasoning is a Greek spice blend made with a delicious combination of spices and herbs. Enhance your chicken, beef, lamb, or pork with the incredible Mediterranean flavors that gyros are known for!

If you’ve never had a gyro you have to give them a try! Gyros consists of sliced meat served inside of a pita and they are full of the most amazing flavors. Seasoning meat is easy to do at home, and I love making my own seasonings! You’ll have to try this fajita seasoning, taco seasoning, and blackened seasoning next!

Gyro Seasoning

Homemade gyro seasoning is the perfect way to add a delicious Mediterranean flair to your cooking! This seasoning has a combination of notable Greek flavors like parsley, oregano, thyme, marjoram, and coriander. It’s perfect for adding zesty flavor to your meat of choice. It is also a tasty seasoning blend for vegetables like eggplant or potatoes.

The word gyro (pronounced YEE-row) is tricky to pronounce. Even though you may forget how to say it, the delicious flavors are unforgettable! Some of my favorite Greek-inspired recipes are these chicken gyros, these meatballs, and this slow cooker chicken recipe. You have to give them a try!

Ingredients For Homemade Gyro Seasoning

The spices used in this gyro seasoning are all common spices that you most likely already have in your pantry. Making homemade seasonings is easy and cost-effective. I love having them on hand ready to use in my recipes. Follow the recipe card below for the exact amounts.

Garlic Powder: Garlic flavoring is a MUST in a lot of seasonings.

Salt and Black Pepper: Enhances and balances the overall flavor of the seasoning.

Parsley: Dried parsley is a great Greek herb.

Paprika: Gives the seasoning a little kick then add more if you want it spicer.

Oregano: A traditional Greek herb.

Thyme: Thyme has a distinct delicious flavor.

Marjoram: Subtle flavor but so tasty!

Coriander: The dried seeds of cilantro are coriander!

Lemon Pepper: Adds a touch of lemony spice to your seasoning.

Gyro Seasoning Recipe

It only takes minutes to mix up this delicious seasoning! You can find the measurements I used for each of these ingredients below in the recipe card, but feel free to add more or less to your liking! Customizing your blend is the best part of this recipe.

Combine Spices and Mix: In a small bowl combine all your ingredients then mix well.

Store In a Container: Pour your seasoning into a small jar or sealable container with a lid.

Store at Room Temperature: Store at room temperature in a dry place for up to 6 months.

These lemon blueberry muffins are so soft and buttery, bursting with zesty and sweet flavor in each bite. Whether you make them for breakfast or an afternoon treat, they’re sure to fly off the table in all of their lemony, berry goodness!

Is there anything better than homemade muffins fresh out of the oven? Making them from scratch can be addictive, so I’m just going to leave a few more of my favorite recipes here: coffee cake muffins, morning glory muffins, and blueberry cheesecake streusel muffins!

Lemon Blueberry Muffin Recipe

Lemon blueberry muffins are the ultimate summer breakfast, perfect for sunny mornings. They’re packed with amazing flavors that just scream summer! You’ve got that tangy kick from the lemons and the burst of sweetness from the juicy blueberries. Blueberry and lemon is a classic flavor combination and one that I find myself coming back to pretty often when I bake. (You’ll have to try these lemon blueberry cookies next!)

These muffins are seriously the bomb! They’re so moist and crumbly, with a burst of sweet blueberries in every bite. And that lemony flavor just wakes up your taste buds and gets you ready for the day. Whether you enjoy them at the breakfast table or take them on an afternoon picnic, these lemon blueberry muffins are the perfect summer dessert. So go ahead and treat yourself! I know you’ll love them as much as my family does.

Muffin Ingredients

Time to raid your pantry, because these lemon blueberry muffins come together with just a handful of basic baking ingredients! If you’re looking for measurements, you can find them in the recipe card at the end of the post.

Granulated Sugar: Makes your muffins delicious and sweet.

Lemon Zest: This zesty addition adds a pop of tangy, lemony flavor to the muffins.

Unsalted Butter: Adds richness and moisture to the muffins.

Large Eggs: Eggs help hold everything together and make the muffins nice and fluffy.

Vanilla Extract: This adds a touch of sweet and warm flavor to the muffins. I recommend using pure vanilla extract or making your own blend.

Lemon Juice: Just like the zest, lemon juice gives the muffins a tangy kick. If you don’t have lemons, you can use bottled lemon juice, but fresh is always better if you can get your hands on some.

Milk: Milk adds moisture to the muffins and also makes them nice and tender. I always like to use whole milk for my baked goods. The high fat content makes them extra soft and moist!

Salt: A pinch of salt enhances the overall flavor and balances the sweetness.

Baking Powder: Makes the lemon blueberry muffins rise and gives them a light and fluffy texture.

All-Purpose Flour: Provides structure and holds everything together.

Fresh Blueberries: These juicy little gems are what make the muffins extra special. They add bursts of sweet flavor and a lovely pop of color. You can also try using a mix of other berries like raspberries, strawberries, or even diced peaches or apples.

Turbinado Sugar (Coarse Sugar): This is the fancy sugar you sprinkle on top of the muffins for a nice crunch and presentation.

How to Make Blueberry Lemon Muffins

I love this lemon blueberry muffin recipe because it’s so simple and only takes 45 minutes from start to finish. You’ll have a pan of zesty, berry-filled muffins ready in no time at all! With how easy they are to make, you won’t ever want store-bought muffins again.

Preheat Oven, Prep Pan: Preheat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Spray a muffin pan with pan spray or line with liners and then set aside.

Sugar Mixture: Add the sugar and lemon zest to a large bowl and use your fingers to rub the zest into the sugar until fragrant.

Add Wet Ingredients: Add the butter to the lemon sugar and beat with a hand mixer or a stand mixer until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes. Add in the eggs, vanilla, lemon juice, and milk. Mix until combined.

Coat Berries: In another bowl, whisk together the salt, baking powder, and flour. Place the blueberries in a small bowl and sprinkle 2 teaspoons of the flour mixture over them. Toss to coat the berries with flour.

Combine: Add the remaining flour mixture to the wet ingredients and mix until just barely combined. Fold in the blueberries by hand until evenly dispersed through the batter.

Bake: Fill muffin tins ¾ of the way full and sprinkle the tops generously with coarse sugar. Bake for 22-25 minutes, until a toothpick comes out from the center with minimal crumbs and the top is golden brown. Let cool before serving.

This homemade bread is always a family favorite and can be done so easily with this perfect recipe my grandma handed down to me. Making bread is easier than you think!

My miracle no knead bread is another one of my favorite bread to make, but it is also just as easy as this homemade bread. Bread is so rewarding to make and tastes even better than store-bought!

Grandma’s Perfect Bread Recipe

I am so excited to be sharing my Grandma’s perfect bread recipe with you! She was the best baker and although I love her homemade pancakes and her no fail pie crust, you just can’t beat her bread recipe. So many memories came to me as the bread was baking, and the wonderful fresh smell filled my house.  I remember her fresh warm bread was always ready for us when we went to visit. It was gone as fast as she would slice it up.  

My grandma’s homemade bread recipe is a must-try for anyone seeking a simple bread recipe. With just a handful of ingredients, you can create a loaf of bread that will make you never want to buy bread at the store again!

Homemade Bread Ingredients

With these simple ingredients that you already have at home, this bread comes together quickly and easily. Check out the recipe card at the bottom of the post for all of the exact measurements.

Warm Water: The temperature should be around 105-115 degrees Fahrenheit. Don’t make it too hot or it will kill the yeast.

Sugar: The sugar sweetens up the bread.

Salt: Just a pinch of salt will enhance all of the ingredients.

Yeast: Make sure your yeast is active and fresh.

Flour: All-purpose flour works best, but you can also use whole wheat flour too.

Oil: I used olive oil, but vegetable oil will also work.

How to Make Homemade Bread

Only six ingredients to make a simple homemade bread that is delicious in every way. It is a tried and true favorite that my grandma was so generous to pass down to me. I love this bread so much and love the texture and flavor that it has to offer. The dough is made in a stand mixer but can be done by hand as well. Kneading the dough in between each rise of the dough helps form the dough but also gets out any air bubbles.

Make the dough: In a stand mixer, add the warm water, sugar, salt, and yeast.  Let the yeast proof until it bubbles for about 5 minutes.  Using the dough hook, start adding the flour one cup at a time until the dough combines and forms a soft dough.

Knead the dough: On a floured surface, knead the dough until smooth and elastic and form a ball.  Add the oil to the large bowl, add the dough to the bowl, and cover.  Let rise for about 1-1 ½ hours or until it has doubled.

Form loaves: Grease and flour two 9×5 inch pans.  Punch the dough to release the air.  Lay the dough onto a flat surface and cut it into two loaves.  Roll each loaf up and place it into the loaf pans. Let rise for about 1-1 ½ hours or until it has doubled again.

Prep: While the dough rises for the second time, preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.

Bake dough: Bake for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown on the tops.  Remove from the oven and let it cool for 10 minutes before slicing.

Ignite your taste buds with this incredible firecracker salmon! The fish is extra tender and flaky, coated in a delicious homemade glaze. Its perfectly balanced blend of sweet and spicy flavors will leave you craving bite after bite!

Salmon is easily my favorite fish to cook with. It’s so tender and flavorful, and works well with a bunch of different sauces and seasonings. If you’re a salmon fan like me, not only do you have to try this firecracker salmon, but salmon piccata, garlic brown sugar salmon, and Asian glazed salmon as well!

Firecracker Salmon Recipe

Firecracker salmon is an absolute winner, and it’s easy to see why. First off, let’s talk about the star of the show: the juicy salmon itself. This fish is not only crazy delicious with its buttery flavor, but it’s also loaded with those good-for-you omega-3 fatty acids. It’s like hitting the jackpot for taste and health in one bite! And when you slather it with that firecracker sauce, oh boy, it takes it to a whole new level of yum.

Speaking of that sauce, it’s the real game-changer here. It’s a mashup of buffalo sauce (or Frank’s hot sauce), brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, and a sprinkle of red pepper flakes. The result? A mind-blowing combo of tangy, sweet, and spicy flavors that’ll make your mouth water. It’s seriously so good, I can’t say enough good things about it!

Ingredients for the Salmon and Firecracker Sauce

Get ready to turn up the heat in your kitchen with this firecracker salmon! Bursting with succulent salmon, zesty green onions, and a sizzling homemade firecracker sauce, it’s an explosion of flavors that will leave you craving bite after bite. Find exact measurements in the recipe card below.

Salmon Filets: Salmon is not just lip-smackingly delicious, but it’s also packed with healthy omega-3 fatty acids that are good for your heart and overall well-being. It gets so tender and flavorful when you coat it in the firecracker sauce… you’re going to love it.

Green Onions: Add a pop of freshness and a subtle onion flavor to the dish.

Sesame Seeds: These tiny, crunchy seeds bring a delightful nuttiness and a satisfying texture to every bite.

Homemade Firecracker Sauce: The real star of the show! This sauce is what gives firecracker salmon its name and its explosive taste. It’s a tasty blend of buffalo sauce or Frank’s hot sauce, sweet brown sugar, tangy apple cider vinegar, and a touch of heat from red pepper flakes. It’s the perfect balance of spicy and tangy with a touch of sweetness. If you prefer a milder heat, you can adjust the amount of hot sauce or swap it for a milder hot sauce variety. Also feel free to tone down the amount of red pepper flakes you add!

How to Make Firecracker Salmon

If you’re not already convinced, firecracker salmon only takes 15 minutes to make. It’s a quick and easy dinner that even your picky eaters will love!

Heat Grill: Fire up your grill to medium high heat. Allow it to heat up while you prepare your salmon and sauce.

Prepare Salmon: Prepare your salmon by patting dry and placing on a parchment lined baking sheet. You can either use one whole cut of salmon or cut it into smaller filets.

Mix Sauce Ingredients: For the firecracker sauce, in a medium mixing bowl, whisk together your buffalo sauce, brown sugar, water, apple cider vinegar, salt, and red pepper.

Cook: Brush your salmon with a generous amount of sauce. Then grill on medium heat for about 3-5 minutes or until desired doneness.

Serve: Use the extra sauce to drizzle over your cooked salmon. Then garnish with chopped chives and sesame seeds and serve over rice, or with your favorite summer side!

This easy and fresh strawberry pie features sweet, juicy strawberries, and a flaky, homemade crust all covered in juicy berry glaze. Top it off with a dollop of whipping cream for some extra indulgence, and you have the best summer dessert ever!

Bring on summertime and sunshine with this juicy strawberry pie! No-Bake Lemon Pie, Mini Cherry Pies and Blueberries and Cream Hand Pies are a few more great summertime desserts that you’ll have to try next.

Easy and Fresh Strawberry Pie

It’s strawberry season, and today’s recipe is all about showcasing this amazing fruit. I wanted something sweet but also comforting, and pie is just that! Every bite is filled with juicy flavor and a light, flaky crust that melts in your mouth when combined all together.

This strawberry pie is irresistible, and it never lasts long! It’s great for holidays, the Fourth of July, or just any summer barbecue that needs a special dessert. This is one pie recipe you don’t want to miss!

Ingredients Needed

There’s a reason this is called the easiest strawberry pie. Not only is it simple to prepare, but it uses a lot of ingredients that you’ll already have in your pantry! Exact measurements can be found below in the recipe card.

9-Inch Pie Crust: You can use either a premade or homemade pie crust here.

Cornstarch and Water: This mixture helps to thicken up the strawberry filling.

Sugar: Makes the filling nice and sweet!

Strawberry Jello Mix: Adds extra berry flavor and also helps the filling set up properly. This way, it can be cut into uniform slices without making a mess.

Fresh Strawberries: Since strawberries are in season right now, fresh is the way to go!

Fresh Whipping Cream: (Optional) The perfect creamy topping.

How to Make a Homemade Strawberry Pie

It only takes 3 simple steps to whip up the perfect summer pie! It’s so flaky and buttery with juicy strawberry in every bite. You’re going to love it!

Blind Bake the Crust: Bake the crust according to package directions. To help the crust stay in place while baking, Line the crust with aluminum foil and bake for 8 minutes, remove foil, and bake for an additional 5.

Strawberry Sauce: In a small saucepan, combine cornstarch, sugar and water and whisk until smooth. Bring it to a boil and whisk for 2 minutes until it starts to thicken. Remove from the heat and stir in the strawberry jello until dissolved. Let the mixture cool for about 15 minutes.

Add Strawberries and Sauce to Pan: Place the strawberries into the crust then pour the cooled mixture over the strawberries. Refrigerate 3 hours or overnight until set. Serve with fresh whipping cream.

Packed with tangy, savory flavor, and sesame seeds for texture, this homemade Asian salad dressing is the perfect addition to your favorite bowl of greens. It’s made without preservatives and artificial flavors for a dressing you can feel great about using!

By now, I’m sure you know that homemade salad dressings are my favorite. Because not only do they have a better flavor, but you can customize the flavor however you want. If you love this Asian salad dressing, you’ll also have to try homemade Italian dressing, lemon vinaigrette, or green goddess dressing!

Homemade Asian Salad Dressing Recipe

If you’re tired of dull, boring salads, it’s time to try this amazing Asian salad dressing. Once you taste the tangy rice vinegar, fresh ginger kick, and hint of hoisin sauce, you won’t go back to store-bought dressings. It’s a burst of flavors that will take your salads from ordinary to extraordinary!

Making Asian salad dressing is a breeze! Just whisk together rice vinegar, sesame oil, soy sauce, and the other ingredients. No need to rely on bottled dressings with mystery ingredients and artificial flavors! With this homemade version, you can use fresh ingredients and customize it to your liking. Add more ginger, reduce the garlic, or in sprinkle extra sesame seeds. Enjoy the freedom to make it just the way you want and add a delightful Asian touch to your favorite salads!

What is Asian Salad Dressing Made Of?

You may need to make a stop at your local Asian market for a few of these ingredients. They can also be easily found online! Trust me, you’re going to want to make sure you have each of them for the best possible flavor. Note: exact measurements for this Asian vinaigrette can be found below in the recipe card.

Rice Vinegar: This tangy ingredient gives the Asian salad dressing its refreshing kick.

Chinkiang Vinegar: With its rich and slightly smoky flavor, this special vinegar adds the best flavor to the dressing.

Hoisin Sauce: Hoisin gives the dressing a perfect balance of sweet and savory flavor.

Sesame Oil: Gives the dressing a deliciously nutty flavor.

Soy Sauce: A must-add ingredient! Soy sauce is the savory foundation of the dressing.

Fresh Ginger: Grated ginger gives the dressing a subtle kick, adding a touch of freshness.

Fresh Garlic: Because you can never have too much garlic. It gives the dressing a delicious pop of strong savory flavor.

Brown Sugar: For a hint of sweetness to balance out the flavors. You could also use honey or even a little maple syrup.

White and Black Sesame Seeds: For extra nutty flavor and a delightful crunch in your Asian salad dressing. Texture is so important in making a good salad!

Let’s Make Homemade Dressing!

This recipe for Asian salad dressing is foolproof, and anyone can make it. Simply mix all of your ingredients together, then transfer to an airtight jar and pop it in the fridge! You will love having this dressing on hand, it’s so delicious.

Mix: In a medium bowl, combine all your ingredients and then whisk to combine well.

Add to Airtight Container: Pour your dressing into a container with a lid and then keep refrigerated for up to 4 weeks.

Shake or Stir Before Use: Shake the Asian salad dressing before each use to ensure any ingredients that have settled or separated get mixed together again.

Chocolate chip scones are downright delicious. They’re buttery and soft, with pockets of chocolate chips for a melty surprise in each bite. These homemade scones are great for an on-the-go breakfast or an afternoon snack when you’re craving something sweet!

There’s something about a fresh pan of scones coming out of the oven. They’re so irresistible and smell great! Try out these recipes next: homemade lemon, peach, and blueberry scones.

Homemade Chocolate Chip Scones

Let me tell you why homemade chocolate chip scones are an absolute delight. These babies are a labor of love and a breakfast game-changer. They’ve got a crispy outside and a melt-in-your-mouth inside that’s pure heaven. And let’s not forget the mini chocolate chips that create pockets of pure indulgence. Whether you have them fresh out of the oven or at room temperature, each bite will leave you wanting more.

But here’s the real deal: making these scones yourself is where the magic happens. You mix together a few simple ingredients, cut in chilled butter, and carefully fold in those chocolate chips. Then you wait anxiously as they rise and turn that beautiful golden color in the oven. From there you’re rewarded with a tray of homemade goodness that showcases your baking skills! These scones are perfect for breakfast or as a snack, especially when paired with a hot cup of coffee or tea. So treat yourself and indulge in the deliciousness of homemade chocolate chip scones!

Ingredients for Chocolate Chip Scones

Let’s take a quick look at the ingredients that make these chocolate chip scones so darn tasty. We’ve got the trusty flour and butter holding it all together, the mini chocolate chips adding that irresistible chocolatey goodness, and a dash of vanilla extract to elevate the flavor. It’s a dream team of ingredients that guarantees a mouthwatering treat! Exact measurements can be found below in the recipe card.

All-Purpose Flour: This forms the base and structure of the scones.

Granulated Sugar: Sweetens up the scones. Feel free to adjust the amount to taste. If you prefer less sweetness, you can swap the sugar out with honey or maple syrup.

Baking Powder: It’s the secret behind those light and fluffy scones. It helps them rise to perfection.

Salt: Balances out the flavors and enhances the overall taste of the scones.

Chilled Unsalted Butter: This is what makes the scones moist, flavorful, and oh-so-flaky.

Mini Chocolate Chips: These little morsels of chocolate goodness create delightful pockets of chocolate throughout the scones. If you don’t have mini chips, regular-sized chocolate chips or chopped-up chocolate bars also work as great alternatives.

Chilled Heavy Cream: Adds richness, moisture, and tenderness to the scones.

Large Egg: This helps bind the ingredients together, adds moisture, and makes the scones nice and rich.

Vanilla Extract: Gives the scones a tasty warm flavor.

Extra Chocolate Chips: These get melted down to create a chocolate drizzle.

Vegetable Oil: This comes into play when making a delicious chocolate drizzle to top off your scones. If you prefer, you can skip the drizzle or use melted butter or coconut oil instead of vegetable oil.

How to Make Chocolate Chip Scones

Not only are these homemade scones surprisingly easy to whip up, they take less than 30 minutes from start to finish! It’s the perfect way to get your pastry fix without slaving all day in the kitchen.

Preheat Oven, Prep Pan: Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Then set aside.

Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt together.

Add Butter and Chocolate Chips: Use a small grater to grate the cold butter into the dry ingredients. Use your hands to lightly mix the butter into the flour, followed by the chocolate chips.

Add Wet Ingredients, Shape Dough: In a small bowl, whisk together the cream, egg and vanilla extract. Pour over the butter and dry ingredients and stir to combine. Turn out the dough onto a lightly floured surface and, trying to work it as little as possible, gently knead the dough until it all comes together into a ball. Gently flatten into an 8-9 inch disc. Use a sharp knife to cut into 6-8 equal pieces.

Bake: Arrange the pieces on the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 2 inches between each one. Bake for 15-18 minutes, or until golden brown. Transfer to a cooling rack to cool completely.

Add Chocolate Drizzle: In a small bowl add the chocolate chips and vegetable oil. Then heat in the microwave in 20 second increments until fully melted and smooth. Drizzle over the top of the cooled scones and enjoy!