Winter Wonderland Chocolate Chip Cookies for 24 Servings
Bake festive winter wonderland chocolate chip cookies with a cool peppermint snap. Includes step-by-step timing guide for perfect chewy results. Ready to enjoy!
Elowen Hartley
159+ stunning dessert recipes by Elowen Hartley – Elegant desserts & baking magic made simple for every home baker. Stunning results, guaranteed.
About Me:
Meet Elowen Hartley
Elowen Hartley's journey into baking began with a catastrophic birthday cake that collapsed spectacularly in front of her entire family. Rather than discouraging her, that delicious disaster sparked a lifelong obsession with understanding the science and art of baking. Now, after years of perfecting her craft, Elowen channels that experience into creating dessert recipes that actually work—even for beginners.
Based in Portland, Oregon, Elowen spent five years as a pastry assistant at a beloved local bakery before transitioning to recipe development full-time. She brings a unique perspective to Time Of Recipe: she remembers exactly what it felt like to be confused by baking terminology and intimidated by complicated techniques. That empathy shapes every recipe she writes.
Her Culinary Philosophy
- Precision Matters: Baking is science. Elowen provides exact measurements, temperatures, and timing to eliminate guesswork from your desserts.
- Build Confidence: Her recipes progress from simple to advanced, helping home bakers develop skills gradually and celebrate small victories.
- Beauty in Simplicity: Stunning desserts don't need twenty components. Elowen focuses on classic techniques executed perfectly.
Background and Expertise
Elowen completed advanced pastry courses at Sur La Table and has been featured in Pacific Northwest food blogs for her innovative cookie creations. Her home kitchen serves as her laboratory, where she tests each recipe multiple times—adjusting oven temperatures, tweaking ingredient ratios, and photographing every step. She's particularly passionate about demystifying temperamental desserts like French macarons and homemade croissants.
When she's not elbow-deep in flour, Elowen enjoys hiking Oregon's trails with her golden retriever, collecting vintage baking books, and hosting monthly dessert parties where friends serve as willing taste-testers. Her kitchen mantra is simple: "If I can mess it up, I can teach you how not to."
At Time Of Recipe, Elowen leads our Dessert category with recipes ranging from quick weeknight treats to show-stopping celebration cakes. She believes everyone deserves homemade dessert, regardless of skill level.
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Orange Creamsicle Cheesecake Recipe with Graham Cracker Crust
Master this Irresistible No Bake Orange Creamsicle Cheesecake Recipe with Graham Cracker Crust. Includes a step-by-step timing guide. Ready in 6 hours.
Caramel Apple Oatmeal Cookies: Soft and Chewy with Toffee
Bake soft and chewy Caramel Apple Oatmeal Cookies in just 27 minutes. Our guide includes a step-by-step timing guide for perfect results every time.
Chocolate Mousse Cake with Rich Ganache for 12 Servings
Master this Decadent Chocolate Mousse Cake Recipe for Chocolate Lovers with Rich Ganache. Includes a step-by-step timing guide. Ready in 65 minutes.
Berry Cheesecake Dessert Kabobs: Silky Handheld Party Skewers
Create elegant berry cheesecake dessert kabobs with our step-by-step timing guide. Perfect bite sized dessert appetizers for any bridal shower or party.
Sourdough Discard Cinnamon Bread Baked in 65 Minutes
Master our sourdough discard cinnamon bread recipe. With a step-by-step timing guide, this sweet sourdough bread is perfect for a quick breakfast.
Fluffy Light and Delicious Cottage Cheese Bread Loaf: 1 Hour Baked
Master this Fluffy Light and Delicious Cottage Cheese Bread Loaf Recipe. This moist cottage cheese bread is high in protein and ready in 1 hour. Step-by-step…
Healthy Greek Yogurt Lemon Loaf Baked in 70 Minutes
Bake this Irresistible Healthy Greek Yogurt Lemon Loaf for a moist, citrus-packed dessert. Includes a step-by-step timing guide. Ready in 70 minutes.
Vegan Puff Pastry Recipe with Shatter Crisp Golden Layers
Master homemade Vegan Puff Pastry with our simplified lamination technique. Includes a common mistakes checklist for flaky results. Ready in 170 minutes.
How to Roast Hazelnuts: Golden and Crisp in 12 Minutes
Master how to roast hazelnuts with our step-by-step guide. Learn how to peel hazelnuts and toast them to perfection. Ready in just 17 minutes total.
Banana Pudding Poke Cake for 15 Servings: A Creamy Baked Dessert
Learn how to make Banana Pudding Poke Cake with our step-by-step guide. Features a common mistakes checklist for the best pudding poke cake. Ready in 45 min.
Best Giant Chocolate Chip Cookie: Bakery Style for 6 Servings
Master the best giant chocolate chip cookie recipe. Features a thick, chewy center and bakery style edges. Includes a step-by-step timing guide. Ready in 33m.
No Bake Butterscotch Haystacks Recipe: A Crispy 45-Minute Dessert
Master this no bake butterscotch haystacks recipe for a silky, crispy treat. Includes a step-by-step timing guide for perfect nests. Ready in 45 minutes.
Red Velvet Poke Cake: Creamy Cheesecake Pudding Soak (15 Servings)
Master this Red Velvet Poke Cake recipe with our step-by-step timing guide. Features cheesecake pudding and box mix hacks. Ready in 2 hours 45 minutes.
Banana Pudding with Vanilla Wafers for 15 Servings
Create a creamy Banana Pudding with vanilla wafers. Our guide features a step-by-step timing guide for the best homemade dessert. Ready in 4 hours.
Strawberry Shortcake Cake: A Tender Layer Cake with Fresh Cream
Bake a professional Bakery Style Strawberry Shortcake Cake at home. This fresh strawberry layer cake includes our signature step-by-step timing guide.
Banana Pudding: A Creamy Dessert for 14 Servings
Enjoy this creamy Banana Pudding recipe. Featuring a velvety cream cheese base, it is the best banana pudding recipe for crowds. Ready in 20 minutes.
Peaches and Cream Cake with Velvety Crumb for 12 Servings
Enjoy this Peaches and Cream Cake featuring a silky crumb and cream cheese frosting. Includes a step-by-step timing guide. Ready in 75 minutes total.
The 3 Ingredient Cookie Recipe: Melt-in-Your-Mouth Butter Cookies
Master the 3 ingredient cookie with our step-by-step guide. This recipe includes a common mistakes checklist. Perfect for quick and easy 3 ingredient cookies.
Pecan Upside Down Bundt Cake Recipe Ready in 70 Minutes
Master this pecan upside down bundt cake recipe for a moist crumb and golden caramel topping. Includes a common mistakes checklist. Ready in 70 minutes.
Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins Baked in 35 Minutes
Bake moist Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins from scratch. This copycat Starbucks pumpkin cream cheese muffins recipe includes a handy step-by-step timing guide.
Carrot Cake Roll with Cream Cheese Filling for 10 Servings
Master this Carrot Cake Roll with our step-by-step timing guide. Features a velvety cream cheese filling and moist sponge. Ready in 90 minutes total.
Banana Bread Brownies with Brown Butter in 40 Minutes
Make these rich Banana Bread Brownies using our step-by-step timing guide. A moist treat with brown butter frosting. Ready in 40 minutes for any occasion.
Mini Lemon Drop Cakes for 24 Servings: Tender and Glazed
Master Mini Lemon Drop Cakes with our step-by-step guide. Includes a common mistakes checklist for the best lemon bites. Ready in 32 minutes total.
Magnolia Bakery Banana Pudding From Scratch: 1h Total
Master magnolia bakery banana pudding from scratch with our step-by-step guide. Includes an exact temp chart and common mistakes checklist. Perfect for elegant…
Dutch Apple Bread Recipe Baked in 1 Hour 20 Min
Master this traditional dutch apple bread recipe featuring a tender crumb and buttery streusel. Includes a step-by-step timing guide for perfect results every…
A Lemon Cake To Die For Recipe for 12 Servings
Master a lemon cake to die with our vibrant, zesty recipe. This easy lemon cake baking tips guide ensures a silky crumb. Includes common mistakes checklist and…
Homemade Granny Cake with Nuts in 55 Minutes
Master the homemade granny cake with this recipe yielding a silky pineapple crumb and pecan glaze. Includes a step-by-step timing guide. Perfect for an elegant…
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Master grandmas coconut cream pie with our heritage custard recipe. This homemade coconut cream pie features velvety filling and a crisp crust. Includes…
Mackinac Island Fudge: Velvety, 2h 30min
Master authentic Mackinac Island Fudge with this velvety, hand-worked chocolate recipe. Includes a step-by-step timing guide for perfect results every time.…