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Bella's Bakes, 8125 Elmwood Avenue Charleston, Charleston, SC (2026)

08/26/2026

🍓 Jam Thumbprint Cookies

Ingredients

* 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
* 1/2 cup granulated sugar
* 1 large egg yolk
* 1 tsp vanilla extract
* 2 cups all-purpose flour
* 1/4 tsp salt
* 1/2 cup fruit jam, your favorite flavor

Preparation

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Beat the softened butter and sugar in a bowl until light and fluffy.
3. Add the egg yolk and vanilla extract, then mix until smooth.
4. Gradually stir in the flour and salt until a soft dough forms.
5. Shape the dough into 1-inch balls and arrange them on a baking sheet.
6. Use your thumb or the back of a spoon to gently press a small indentation into the center of each cookie.
7. Spoon about 1/2 tsp of fruit jam into each indentation.
8. Bake for 12–15 minutes, until the edges are lightly golden.
9. Leave the cookies on the baking sheet for a few minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies

08/26/2026

🍪 Healthy Chocolate Chip Cookies

Ingredients

* 1 cup oat flour
* 1/2 tsp baking soda
* 1/4 tsp salt
* 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
* 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
* 1 tsp vanilla extract
* 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips
* 1/4 cup chopped nuts, optional

Preparation

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a bowl, combine the oat flour, baking soda, and salt.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the applesauce, honey or maple syrup, and vanilla extract.
4. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir just until everything is combined.
5. Gently fold in the dark chocolate chips and chopped nuts, if using.
6. Drop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheet.
7. Lightly press down on each portion with your fingers to flatten the cookies.
8. Bake for 10–12 minutes, until the edges are lightly golden.
9. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to finish cooling.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cooking Time: 12 minutes
Total Time: 22 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies

08/26/2026

🍌 Banana Bread Frosting

Ingredients

* 1 (16-ounce) container vanilla frosting
* 1/3 cup freeze-dried banana powder
* 1/2 cup softened honey-cinnamon butter
* 1 tsp vanilla bean paste or vanilla extract

Preparation

1. Place the vanilla frosting, freeze-dried banana powder, softened honey-cinnamon butter, and vanilla in a mixing bowl.
2. Beat the ingredients with an electric mixer until thoroughly blended and light in texture.
3. Use the frosting immediately to decorate cakes, cupcakes, cookies, or banana bread, or serve it as a sweet dip.

Easy honey-cinnamon butter:

* 1/2 cup softened salted butter
* 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
* 1/2 tbsp honey

Combine the softened butter, cinnamon, and honey until evenly mixed.

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes
Makes: About 24 servings

08/26/2026

🍝 Creamy Chicken and Vegetable Pasta

Ingredients

* 12 oz orecchiette pasta
* 2 cups broccoli florets
* 1 cup sliced carrots
* 1 cup frozen peas
* 1 tbsp unsalted butter
* 8 oz sliced mushrooms
* 4 garlic cloves, minced
* 1 1/4 cups chicken bone broth
* 1 cup refrigerated Alfredo sauce
* 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
* 1/2 tsp Italian herbs
* 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper
* 2 cups cubed cooked chicken breast
* Salt, to taste
* Fresh parsley, for garnish

Preparation

1. Bring a large Dutch oven of salted water to a boil. Add the orecchiette and cook until about 3 minutes before reaching al dente.
2. Add the broccoli and carrots, then cook for 2 minutes. Stir in the frozen peas during the final minute. Reserve 1 cup of the pasta water, then drain the pasta and vegetables.
3. Melt the butter in the same pot over medium heat. Add the mushrooms and sauté for 5–6 minutes, until nicely browned. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
4. Pour in the chicken broth and bring it to a gentle simmer. Whisk in the Alfredo sauce, then add the Parmesan, Italian herbs, and black pepper.
5. Return the pasta and vegetables to the pot along with the cooked chicken. Toss everything together for 2–3 minutes, until heated through and well coated. Add a little reserved pasta water if the sauce needs loosening.
6. Season with salt, garnish with fresh parsley, and finish with additional Parmesan if desired.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 5

08/26/2026

🌶️ Korean BBQ-Style Chicken Sandwich

Ingredients

* 1 tbsp avocado oil
* 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, cubed
* 1 tbsp sesame oil
* 1 tbsp garlic paste
* 1 tbsp ginger paste
* 2 tbsp gochujang paste
* 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
* 1 tbsp brown sugar
* 1 tbsp honey
* 1 tbsp rice wine vinegar
* 1 tbsp Sriracha sauce
* 1/4 cup mayonnaise
* 2 hot dog buns
* 1/4 cup shredded iceberg lettuce
* 4 pickle slices
* Sliced green onions

Preparation

1. Warm the avocado oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the cubed chicken and cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned and fully cooked.
2. In a small saucepan, combine the sesame oil, garlic paste, ginger paste, gochujang, soy sauce, brown sugar, honey, and rice wine vinegar. Cook over low heat for about 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until the mixture thickens.
3. Return the cooked chicken to low heat. Pour the prepared sauce over it and toss until every piece is evenly coated and heated through.
4. Stir the mayonnaise and Sriracha together in a small bowl to make the spicy mayo.
5. Divide the shredded lettuce between the buns and add a drizzle of Sriracha mayo. Top with the glazed chicken, pickle slices, and green onions, then finish with another drizzle of spicy mayo.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 2

08/26/2026

🍯 Hot Honey Chicken and Rice Bowls

Ingredients

For the sour cream sauce:

* 1/4 cup sour cream
* 2 tsp minced garlic
* 1 tsp chopped dill
* 1 tsp onion powder
* Salt and black pepper, to taste

For the chicken bowls:

* 1/3 cup honey
* 2 tbsp Sriracha sauce
* 1 tsp minced garlic
* 1 tsp red pepper flakes
* 1 tsp cayenne pepper
* 1 tsp salt
* 1 tsp freshly ground black pepper
* 1 cup diced cooked chicken
* 2 cups cooked rice
* 2 green onions, sliced

Preparation

1. Combine the sour cream, minced garlic, dill, and onion powder in a small bowl. Season with salt and black pepper, then set aside.
2. In another bowl, mix the honey, Sriracha, garlic, red pepper flakes, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
3. Place the cooked chicken in a skillet over medium heat and warm it through. Pour in the hot honey mixture and stir until the chicken is evenly coated and heated.
4. Heat the cooked rice in the microwave for 1–2 minutes, then divide it between serving bowls.
5. Spoon the hot honey chicken over the rice. Drizzle with the sour cream sauce and garnish with sliced green onions.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 2–3

08/26/2026

🍯 Caramel Pecan Sticky Buns

Ingredients

* 4 tbsp unsalted butter, cut into pieces
* 1/2 cup light brown sugar
* 2 tbsp heavy cream
* 2 tbsp honey
* 1 tbsp water
* 1 pinch salt
* 2/3 cup chopped pecans
* Two 8-oz packages refrigerated crescent dough sheets
* 1–2 tbsp softened butter
* 1/2 cup brown sugar
* 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon

Preparation

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a 9-inch round pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
2. Melt the butter in a small saucepan. Add the brown sugar, heavy cream, honey, water, and salt, stirring until the mixture is smooth.
3. Let the caramel simmer gently for about 2 minutes, then pour half of it into the prepared pan.
4. Scatter the chopped pecans evenly over the caramel.
5. Place the two crescent dough sheets side by side and press the seams together to form one large rectangle.
6. Spread the softened butter evenly over the dough.
7. Sprinkle the brown sugar and cinnamon across the buttered surface.
8. Starting from one long edge, roll the dough firmly into a log.
9. Cut the log into 8 equal pieces and arrange them cut-side up over the pecans and caramel.
10. Bake for about 20 minutes, until the buns are golden and firm.
11. Allow them to cool for 5 minutes. Carefully invert the pan onto a serving plate, then drizzle the reserved caramel over the buns.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 8

08/26/2026

🍟 Garlic Butter Parmesan Fries

Ingredients

* 1 1/2 lb russet potatoes
* 2 tbsp olive oil
* 1/2 tsp kosher salt
* 1/4 tsp black pepper
* 3 tbsp unsalted butter
* 3 garlic cloves, minced
* 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
* 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

Preparation

1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Cut the potatoes into thin, evenly sized fries and soak them in cold water for about 30 minutes. Drain and dry them thoroughly.
2. Toss the potato strips with olive oil, kosher salt, and black pepper. Spread them in a single layer on a baking sheet, making sure they are not overcrowded.
3. Bake for about 30–35 minutes, turning the fries halfway through, until crisp and golden.
4. Melt the butter in a small skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds, until fragrant.
5. Transfer the freshly baked fries to a large bowl. Pour the garlic butter over them, then add the Parmesan and chopped parsley. Toss until evenly coated and serve immediately.

Prep Time: 35 minutes
Cooking Time: 35 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 4

08/25/2026

🍗 Neiman Marcus Chicken

Ingredients

* 4 (8-ounce) boneless, skinless chicken breasts
* 1 1/2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
* 1 (10.5-ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup
* 1/2 cup chopped green onions, plus more for garnish
* 1/2 cup toasted slivered almonds
* 1/3 cup sour cream
* 1/2 tsp hot sauce
* 1 tsp garlic powder, divided
* 1/2 tsp paprika
* 1/2 tsp black pepper
* 12 thin slices bacon

Preparation

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a rimmed baking sheet with foil.
2. Carefully cut each chicken breast horizontally through the center, stopping before reaching the opposite edge. Open each piece like a book.
3. In a bowl, combine the Cheddar cheese, cream of chicken soup, green onions, toasted almonds, sour cream, hot sauce, and 1/2 tsp of the garlic powder.
4. Evenly distribute the filling among the chicken breasts. Fold the chicken over the filling, then season the outside with paprika, the remaining garlic powder, and black pepper. Wrap each breast with 3 bacon slices.
5. Arrange the stuffed chicken on the prepared baking sheet and bake for about 25 minutes, until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
6. Set the oven to broil and cook for about 4 minutes, until the bacon becomes browned and crisp. Garnish with additional green onions and serve hot.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 4

08/25/2026

🌽 Corn Chowder Soup

Ingredients

* 1 tsp oil or butter
* 2 slices bacon
* 2 garlic cloves, minced
* 1 can (400 g / 14 oz) creamed corn
* 1 can (400 g / 14 oz) corn kernels, drained
* 1 2/3 cups chicken stock or broth
* 3/4 cup milk
* 1 medium potato, diced into small cubes
* 1/2 tsp salt
* 1/2 tsp black pepper
* 1 green onion, finely sliced

For the thickener:

* 1/2 cup milk
* 1 1/2 tbsp cornflour or cornstarch

Preparation

1. Warm the oil or butter in a pot over medium heat. Add the bacon and cook until golden and crisp.
2. Transfer the bacon to a plate. Once cool enough to handle, chop it into small pieces.
3. Add the minced garlic to the same pot and sauté briefly.
4. Stir in the creamed corn, drained corn kernels, chicken stock, milk, diced potato, salt, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and cook until the potato is tender.
5. In a small bowl, whisk together the milk and cornflour or cornstarch. Pour the mixture into the soup while stirring.
6. Continue stirring until the chowder thickens and becomes creamy, then simmer for 1 minute.
7. Taste and adjust the seasoning with additional salt and black pepper if needed.
8. Serve the chowder in bowls and garnish with sliced green onion and the chopped bacon.

Prep Time: 3 minutes
Cooking Time: 12 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Servings: 3–4

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