Baking Wish List

This is a list of things I would like bake!  Some recipes are new techniques and some things are just super cool.  I see recipes all the time that I want to try on blogs, in cookbooks, and by tasting other's goodies.  I am constantly inspired to try new things and push my own baking ability!  I'll let you know when I make them!
Photo from Annie's Eats



If you have never been to Levain Bakery Cookies, you MUST go.  Probably the best cookie I have ever had!  The cookies are huge and delicious.  When I saw this post, I knew I had to try it!  My roommates cannot wait for me to try these either!  As a bonus, making these cookies are an excuse to buy a kitchen scale.



Photo from Bakerella

2. Hi Hat Cupcakes - Bakerella

These cupcakes simply look really, really cool.  They are the kind of cupcake you make with no other reason but to impress family, friends, co-workers, etc.  I like to be impressive, simple as that!  I love the way Bakerella dips so many different things in chocolate and they all look perfect.

3. Macarons
Photo from Wikipedia

Macarons seem a little complicated, but ultra fancy!  I've never had one, so I suppose i just find one, buy it, and eat it, before I start making my own.  Apparently, these little cookie guys are all the rage in the baking blog-o-sphere.  Tartellete seems to be the expert on macarons and she has her recipe and specific directions here.  I like the idea of being able to use ganache or butter cream or other fillings.  Another reason to buy that kitchen scale...




4. Whoopie Pies - Epicurious
Photo from Epicurious

Whoopie Pies are high in the cuteness factor.  I've looked at this book numerous times and I definitely hope to own it one day.  To start though, this recipe looks pretty good.  These cookies/pies are definitely trendy right now and like jumping on the bandwagon for those sorts of things!