Blind Bake Pie Crust: Crispy Baked for Tarts
Master blind bake pie crust with our expert guide. Learn how to blind bake pie crust for quiche, preventing a soggy bottom. Includes common mistakes checklist…
Serena Holloway
136+ recipes – specializing in intricate desserts and playful artistry, bringing show-stopping joy to your kitchen.
About Me:
From rolling out dough in her grandmother’s bakery to studying pâtisserie in Paris, Serena Holloway has always considered desserts an expression of joy. At 26, this Boston-based pastry chef has garnered a loyal following for her detailed tutorials and creative twists on classic sweets.
Serena holds a double degree in Fine Arts and Culinary Management, allowing her to approach desserts as both edible art and science. She delights in unveiling the magic behind laminated doughs, delicate mousses, and glossy glazes—making even the fanciest technique easy for home bakers.
Her mission is to encourage experimentation while embracing occasional baking mishaps as part of the learning journey. Serena’s friendly guidance ensures that readers find both confidence and delight in the kitchen, one flaky croissant at a time.
My Latest recipes:
Chocolate Mousse Pie: No-Bake Oreo Crust
Discover this decadent Chocolate Mousse Pie recipe featuring a crisp Oreo crust and silky chocolate center. Includes a step-by-step timing guide and common…
Phyllo Pastry Dish with Spinach: Crispy Baked
Discover the art of Phyllo Pastry Dish with Spinach and Feta. This authentic spanakopita recipe includes a step-by-step timing guide and common mistakes…
BEST Chocolate Covered Strawberries Recipe in 20 Minutes
Master the BEST Chocolate Covered Strawberries recipe with our easy, step-by-step guide. Learn how to dip strawberries in chocolate for a perfect, glossy…
Best Cheesecake Stuffed Strawberries Recipe No-Bake in 20 Minutes
Master the Best Cheesecake Stuffed Strawberries Recipe with our no-bake guide. Features a quick 20-minute prep and a flavor hook of silky vanilla cheesecake.…
Valentines Day Recipe with Heart Shaped Cake for 20 Minutes
Discover this Valentines Day Recipe with Heart Shaped cake featuring a moist dark chocolate crumb and raspberry buttercream. Includes step-by-step timing…
Valentine Chocolate Heart Treats - Bakery-Style Crisp & Ganache
Discover the ultimate Valentine Chocolate Heart Treats recipe, perfect for kids and loved ones. These homemade chocolate heart snacks feature a crisp cocoa…
Heart Shaped Brownie Recipe with Raspberry Swirl & Cheesecake | Make-Ahead
Master Heart Shaped Brownie Recipe with Raspberry Swirl & Cheesecake. Includes a step-by-step timing guide and common mistakes checklist for perfect…
Delightful Valentines Day Cake Make-Ahead
Discover this Delightful Valentines Day Cake, a romantic cake recipe perfect for her. Features a hidden raspberry heart and silky champagne sponge. Includes a…
No Bake Key Lime Pie: Silky & Zesty
Discover the ultimate no bake key lime pie recipe! This easy no bake key lime pie with condensed milk is a refreshing, simple dessert.
7 Layer Magic
Discover the iconic . This recipe for 7 layer cookies delivers a shatter-crisp experience perfect for any occasion.
Apple Pie Cookies: Ultra-Crispy Pastry Handhelds
Make perfect apple pie cookies every time! This technique ensures a crisp base, fusing pastry shatter with handheld convenience. Great for Halloween Party Food.
Homemade Vanilla Essence: Intoxicatingly Velvety Flavor
Learn how to make homemade vanilla essence using high-proof alcohol for depth store-bought versions lack. This easy vanilla essence recipe yields intense…
Homemade Hot Chocolate Mix: Velvety Dark Cocoa Flavor
Create the ultimate homemade hot chocolate mix that beats packets! Enjoy intense dark cocoa flavor and a velvety texture. Perfect for homemade hot chocolate…
Chocolate Peanut Butter Pie: Easy No-Bake Cloud Recipe
Make this decadent No Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Pie with a rich chocolate crust and light peanut butter mousse filling. An easy dessert winner!
Easy Christmas Appetizers: 15-Min Cranberry Brie Bites
Easy Christmas Appetizers dont get simpler than this! Flaky Cranberry and Brie Puff Pastry Bites are the perfect make-ahead Christmas finger foods for a crowd.
Goat Cheese Tartlets: Whipped Filling Caramelised Onion
Create these elegant Whipped Goat Cheese Tartlets featuring deep, sweet caramelised onions. This easy Goat Cheese appetizer recipe delivers sophisticated…
Phyllo Dough Recipes: Ultimate Crispy Greek Spanakopita
Discover the secret to perfect Phyllo Dough Recipes with this authentic Spanakopita recipe. Learn how to achieve that shattering crunch in these savory phyllo…
Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls: The Ultimate Soft-Batch Recipe
Bake the best Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls using this soft-batch recipe, featuring a decadent cream cheese frosting. These easy Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls are perfect…
Triple Leches Cake: The Ultimate Rich Soaked Showstopper
Make the Ultimate Triple Leches Cake with this authentic recipe. This rich soaked cake recipe guarantees a moist sponge cake experience.
Pioneer Woman Waffles: The Best Crisp Fluffy Buttermilk Recipe
Pioneer Woman Waffles are legendary, and this is the Best Buttermilk Waffles Recipe guaranteed to be shatteringly crisp yet cloud-like inside. Use our simple…
Cinnamon Rolls: Fluffy, Indulgent Bakery-Style Buns
Make the proper Sunday morning indulgence with these soft Cinnamon Rolls. This easy-to-follow Cinnamon Rolls Recipe uses double proofing for a bakery-quality…
Oreo Fudge: The Ultimate 3-Ingredient, No-Bake Simple Recipe
Oreo Fudge is the easiest dessert youll ever make. This simple Oreo fudge recipe uses only three ingredients (plus vanilla!) for a quick, no-bake treat that…
Apple Pastry: Master the Flaky Rough Puff Hand Pastry Recipe
Apple Pastry is easy when you follow this guide for rustic apple pastry pockets. Learn to make foolproof rough puff pastry for the best apple pastry desserts.
Homemade Hot Chocolate Mix: Rich, Creamy, Ready in 10 Minutes
Our superior Homemade Hot Chocolate Mix is ready in just 10 minutes, making a velvety smooth drink. Perfect for cozy evenings or creating personalized homemade…
Toasted Coconut Scones with Fragrant Lime and Floral Honey
Toasted Coconut is the star of these light and fragrant scones. We use perfectly toasted coconut flakes and fresh lime zest to create tall, tender afternoon…
Toasted Coconut: Zesty Lime Fiesta Bars with Golden Flakes
Master the perfect Toasted Coconut technique for these vibrant Zesty Lime Fiesta Bars. Our recipe shows you how to achieve crunchy, golden toasted coconut…
Halva Recipe: Make The Silky, Flaky Tahini Confection
Halva is the intense, nutty dessert prized across the Mediterranean. Master the sugar temperature and create the perfect, flaky halvah using simple halva…
Hummingbird Cake Recipe: The Ultimate Moist Tropical Layer Cake
The ultimate Hummingbird Cake recipe delivers astonishing moisture with pineapple and banana. Master this classic Southern dessert with tangy cream cheese…
Pumpkin Pie Recipe: Ultimate Silky, Crack-Free Custard Bake
This is the definitive American Pumpkin Pie recipe. Learn the chefs secret (the bain-marie) to guarantee a silky, crack-free pumpkin pie filling from scratch…