Best Ever Pecan Pie Bars by Cleo Coyle

Pecan pie bars are an impressive treat to display on cookie trays for parties, holidays, or any time of year, and this is the very best recipe for them. I know what you're thinking. Given the many recipes that exist out there, how could I possibly have the best one?

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~ Cleo

How to make TWINKIE RUM BABA from ONCE UPON A GRIND by Cleo Coyle

The Beverly Hills Italian restaurant Domo made this dessert famous, listing it on their menu as Twinkie alla Domo. Now you can try it at home with this recipe. It's level of sophistication will surprise you. The rum and vanilla in the syrup lifts the Twinkie to happy heights, while lifting your spirits. 

For a little pastry background, the typical rum baba is a yeast or sponge cake fortified with an easy-to-make rum syrup. I grew up with an Italian version that included pastry cream in the center. That's why the Twinkie makes a great shortcut to a festive dessert, and a fun conversation piece for holiday trays.

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Of course, you don't have to use Twinkies. You can always substitute thick slices of pound cake, brioche, or even challah. But don't skip the whipped cream, it's a must for full enjoyment of this dessert. 

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Eat with joy!

~ Cleo Coyle, author of
The Coffeehouse Mysteries