5 Desserts That’ll Warm your Soul this Winter

Posted on Thursday, January 20 2022

Grab your fuzzy socks and your comfiest blanket because we’ve cultivated a list of the most soul-warming, cold weather desserts to indulge in during this deep freeze. You can thank us later. But seriously, these are delicious so please read on and enjoy… Literally, in real life… When you bake them… Yum!

Hot Chocolate French Toast | www.HalfBakedHarvest.com

Okay first, if you thought the classic french toast couldn’t get any better you are mistaken. It does, with this chocolatey twist, it is hard to beat Hot Chocolate French Toast. Bread soaked in hot chocolate and stuffed with chocolate mocha ganache… With coconut whipped cream, marshmallows, toasted coconut and more ganache on top… Need we say more? Find the recipe here.

Chocolate-Marshmallow Bars | www.ThePioneerWoman.com

What do you get when you combine shortbread cookies, melted butter, sweetened condensed milk, shredded coconut, chocolate chips and mini marshmallows in a pan? Deliciousness, that’s what. Not only are these cookie bars super easy to make, they’re absolutely to die for! Find the recipe here.

Italian Style Hot Chocolate | www.JoshuaWeissman.com

Who doesn’t love a good cup of hot chocolate? Joshua Weissman is known for taking something good and making it, well – great. In this YouTube video, he tries out four different variations of hot chocolate. His favorite by far is the Italian style. You’re definitely going to want to try this. Jump to the recipe in his video here.

Maple Glazed Banana Bread Recipe | www.ALatteFood.com

Yet another scrumptious twist on an already yummy classic. In this banana bread recipe, the sweet maple glaze really adds that extra notch of goodness. Let these bananas mashed with brown sugar, cinnamon and vanilla extract take you on a decadent tasting adventure. Find the recipe here.

Chocolate Pecan Skillet Cookie | www.TasteOfHome.com

Okay, if it includes a skillet, it’s usually the best. Check out this cookie recipe that is sure to feed and please a crowd. If you want to take it a step further, top with vanilla ice cream. You can also try folding in additional ingredients like raspberries… Mmm. You can find the recipe here.

After creating that list, our mouths are definitely watering and we are undeniably hungry. We hope you’ve enjoyed this collection of comforting desserts that are sure to warm you up! Remember, Cambria Mortgage is your local, hometown team ready with the recipe for your next home financing opportunity. Call us today at 952-942-0110 to chat about any of the questions you may have or visit our website at CambriaMortgage.com. Don’t forget about our new Cambria Mortgage Mobile App either! Find it today wherever you get your downloads.

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