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Chocolate Cherry Cookies

Chocolate Cherry Cookies

It’s been a chocolate kind of week over here at Jem of the South.  If you are a fan of chocolate covered cherries you will love this recipe. It’s perfect for Valentine’s day and it’s super easy to make. I used  these cherry chips for the “cherry effect” or you can order these from King ...

7 comments   |   Cupcakes
Valentine’s Day Dark Chocolate Cupcakes

Valentine’s Day Dark Chocolate Cupcakes

It’s almost February 14th, a day filled with two things; Love and chocolate. Or Chocolate and love depending on your priorities. I love a good chocolate cake so, I made these dark chocolate cupcakes with a simple fondant heart inspired by the Red Velvet Cupcake from Georgetown Cupcake in Washington,D.C. I started with this dark chocolate ...

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Superbowl Chocolate Sugar Cookies

Superbowl Chocolate Sugar Cookies

If you are like me you are enamored by all of these super cool cookies decorators, but you don’t have near the skill level as they do. Have no fear, I have an easy chocolate sugar cookie recipe for you and to make it even cooler, we are going to make them in the shape ...

7 comments   |   Feature Jems
3 Haute Valentine’s Day Dessert Ideas

3 Haute Valentine’s Day Dessert Ideas

Looking for something a little different for your sweetheart this Valentine’s Day? Not a baker? No worries. Check out these 3  surefire recipes that will make you look like a dessert rockstar. Let’s get ready to wow your sweetheart!     1) Bling~Edible Gold Leaf   Um, yes. Edible gold leaf will definitely gain you ...

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Welcome Jessica and Katherine to Team Jem!

I’m thrilled to welcome two new contributors to Jem of the South *cue happy dance*. Join me in welcoming Katherine  and Jessica  to the team! Click here to read more about these two dynamic ladies. Look for them to add some new and exciting recipes to Jem of the South. They are as adventurous as ...