RECIPES — Cup of Ambition

Hibiscus Cinnamon Rolls

Tart hibiscus tea pairs with warm cinnamon in these soft and pillowy cinnamon rolls. A little bit sweet and a little bit tangy, these hibiscus cinnamon rolls taste as good as they look!

Small Batch Red Velvet Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting

A small batch recipe for Red Velvet cake that delivers a chocolate cake that is moist and fluffy, topped with a tangy cream cheese frosting.

Cakes & CupcakesElizabeth RosadoFebruary 22, 2021

Small Batch Mini Churro Funnel Cakes

A no-fry churro funnel cake gets scaled down to an easy small batch recipe. These bite size mini funnel cakes pack a lot of buttery cinnamon flavor.

Choux, Cookies & MacaronsElizabeth RosadoFebruary 7, 2021

Easy Snickerdoodles (No Cream of Tartar)

Ceylon cinnamon provides a soft and subtle spice to this buttery classic. This easy recipe yields a cookie with a soft center and edges that are chewy and crispy, even without any cream of tartar.

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Sugar Cookies with Royal Icing

These sugar cookies are super soft, with a buttery flavor that is enhanced by vanilla and orange zest. The orange pairs nicely with the almond in the royal icing, giving the cookies more depth of flavor.

Coquito Cupcakes

These cupcakes incorporate the coconut freshness and warm spice of coquito - in other words, they taste like Navidad. A quick and easy holiday bake, these coquito cupcakes are light and fluffy, with the perfect amount of spice and coconut flavor.

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Mini Funfetti Cupcakes

This funfetti recipe is great for last minute celebrations because it comes together very quickly with ingredients that you likely have on hand already. The cake is moist and fluffy, and the vanilla really shines through in the frosting. You’ll be ready to party before you know it.

Cakes & CupcakesElizabeth RosadoNovember 30, 2020

2020 Gift Guide

I pulled together some ideas featuring some of my favorite small businesses, most of which are owned by women of color. The items on this list are sure to please and you’ll feel good about supporting women entrepreneurs. That’s what they call a win-win. Happy gifting, y’all!

Elizabeth RosadoNovember 26, 2020

Chocolate Peanut Butter Cupcakes

These chocolate peanut butter cupcakes are a great weeknight bake - they come together quickly and only require two bowls. The frosting is perfectly nutty and sweet and pairs nicely with the soft, chocolaty cake. An easy way to satisfy even the strongest chocolate and peanut butter craving.

Cakes & CupcakesElizabeth RosadoNovember 18, 2020

Apple Cider Whoopie Pies

Packed with apple flavor, these apple cider whoopie pies are elevated by a browned butter cream cheese frosting and apple butter filling.

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Small Batch Mexican Hot Chocolate Rice Krispies Treats

Chocolatey, gooey Rice Krispies treats with just the right amount of spice. A quick and easy small batch treat to satisfy your sweet tooth, these Mexican hot chocolate Rice Krispies treats are real crowd pleasers!

Chocolate Chip Mini Mallorcas

This traditional Puerto Rican sweetbread is fluffy and buttery - the perfect accompaniment to a morning cafecito. The chocolate chips speckled throughout are an added bonus!

Small Batch Cosmic Brownies

These small batch brownies pair a fudgy base with a smooth ganache and are topped with colorful rainbow chips. Indulge your sweet tooth and your nostalgia with this quick, no-fuss recipe.

Brownies & BarsElizabeth RosadoSeptember 28, 2020

No Bake Guava Swirl Cheesecake Bars

Celebrating Latinx Heritage Month with this salty and sweet Puerto Rican twist on cheesecake bars. The sweetness of the guava pairs perfectly with the saltine crust and silky smooth filling. And the best part? It’s a no-bake dessert!

Cheesecakes, Puerto RicanElizabeth RosadoSeptember 20, 2020

Cookie Calligraphy

If baking is your love language, this cookie calligraphy technique will help you send any message you want. And it’s much easier than you think, starting with a super simple sugar cookie dough. Check it out!

Cookies & MacaronsElizabeth RosadoAugust 27, 2020

Peanut Butter Donuts with Dark Chocolate Ganache Glaze

These peanut butter donuts with a dark chocolate ganache glaze are super delectable AND super easy. The moist peanut butter cake gets a flavor boost from both peanut butter and finely chopped peanuts. The chocolate ganache glaze comes together in minutes and you’ll want to spoon it over just about everything.

DonutsElizabeth RosadoAugust 24, 2020

S'mores Profiteroles

S’mores profiteroles are the perfect way to celebrate hot summer days. Gooey toasted marshmallow ice cream is sandwiched between graham cracker choux puffs and topped with a shiny chocolate glaze. Definitely a crowd pleaser, no matter the age of your crowd.

Plum and Almond Yogurt Loaf Cakes (Small Batch)

These no-fuss mini-loaves are a great breakfast treat. The almonds complement the tartness of the plums so nicely and evoke the flavors of a frangipane tart, but with a lot less effort. This recipe is super simple and comes together quickly - the hardest part is waiting while they bake.

Bundts & LoavesElizabeth RosadoAugust 5, 2020

Browned Butter Chocolate Chip Cookie Brownies

These rich and indulgent brownies get an upgrade with the addition of browned butter chocolate chip cookie dough. Baked in a special Pampered Chef pan, these brownie squares are chewy on the outside and gooey and fudge-y on the inside.