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The aroma of fall baking is in the air! This week, we share three irresistible recipes that capture the season's most beloved flavors. Whether you're hosting brunch or need a comforting treat with your coffee, these tested recipes will fill your home with the warm scents of autumn.

🍎 Featured Recipes This Week:

​APPLE CRUMB COFFEE CAKE ​

This bakery-style coffee cake combines fresh apples with a buttery crumb topping that's simply irresistible. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or afternoon coffee!

Baker's Tips:

• Use firm, tart apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp
• Bring ingredients to room temperature before starting
• Don't overmix the batter for the tenderest cake
• Test doneness with a toothpick in the center

Make-Ahead Note: This cake stays fresh for up to 3 days when properly stored in an airtight container.

​IHOP PUMPKIN PANCAKES

Bring the beloved IHOP fall favorite to your own kitchen! These fluffy, spiced pancakes are the perfect weekend breakfast treat.

Perfect Pancake Pointers:

• Let batter rest for 10 minutes before cooking
• Look for bubbles to form before flipping
• Keep warm in a 200°F oven while making the full batch
• Double the recipe and freeze extras for quick breakfasts

Serving Suggestion: Top with whipped cream, chopped pecans, and maple syrup for the full restaurant experience!

​STARBUCKS PUMPKIN BREAD

Skip the coffee shop line and make this moist, perfectly spiced pumpkin bread at home. It's ideal for gift-giving, bake sales, or keeping all to yourself!

Why This Recipe Works:

• Perfectly balanced spices
• Stays moist for days
• Freezes beautifully
• Makes great muffins too

🍂 Seasonal Baking Tips:

• Stock up on fall spices now - they're freshest and often on sale
• Store nuts in the freezer to maintain freshness
• Use pure pumpkin puree, not pumpkin pie filling
• Measure flour by spooning into measuring cups and leveling off

📦 Storage & Gifting:

• All recipes freeze well for up to 3 months
• Wrap cooled baked goods in plastic wrap, then foil
• For gifting, use seasonal paper liners or decorative boxes
• Include reheating instructions when giving as gifts

Next Week: Get ready for "Classic Thanksgiving Sides with a Modern Twist"!