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Here's the Best of October 🎃
Published 3 days ago • 5 min read
Hi Reader,
Let's round up the best of October! But first...
Guess what’s right around the corner? My annual Sally’s Pie Week begins November 10! This beloved baking tradition (now in its 10th year!) is one of my favorites. I’ll be sharing brand new pie recipes, giveaways, and tons of pie-making tips to help you bake your best pies ever.
Since you're already an email subscriber, you won't miss a thing!
THE dessert of the season. Featuring warm gooey cinnamon apples and a brown sugar oat topping, this comfort food classic takes half the time and effort that traditional apple pie requires. 🍏🥧
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"I’ve made this twice now and each person I’ve shared my bakes with has said that this is the best apple crumble they have ever had. Safe to say I’ll be making this every apple picking season! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐"
— Claire
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"This recipe is a keeper! Apple crisp is one of my favourite desserts and I’ve always used the same recipe that we’ve used since I was a kid. Yesterday I decided to mix it up and try Sally’s Apple Crisp recipe and of course I am not disappointed! I used some very tart apples I picked from my daughter’s yard and they were perfect. I just finished having some for breakfast. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐"
Established in 2017, Sally's Baking Challenge is a fun and optional community bake where readers all over the world bake a certain recipe during the month to be entered to win a $250 Amazon gift card.
The October Sally's Baking Challenge recipe is No-Knead Pizza Bread and Friday, October 31st, is the last day to participate. See details here. ✨
The November Sally's Baking Challenge is coming soon, and since you're an email subscriber, you won't miss it. 🥧
Here's what 2 participants said about this month's recipe:
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"This bread is AMAZING! Easy but so delicious. We paired with the hot honey butter and some soup tonight and it was such a hit. We’ll make it again and I love the freedom to change it up just by changing the add ins. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐"
— Emily
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"This was amazing as well as a fairly simple recipe! So many possibilities for serving with soups, spaghetti, lasagna – you name it – or just by itself. A favorite for sure. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐"
You certainly made October sparkle! ✨ Many of you have been sharing your cookbook bakes nonstop... everything from cookies and bread to layer cakes and easy muffins!
If you’ve baked from my new cookbook, Sally’s Baking 101, I’d love to hear which recipe you’ve made most (and any tips you discovered along the way!). And if you’ve been enjoying the book, leaving a quick review wherever you purchased it truly helps more bakers discover it. 🩷
If you’re new here, you can find Sally's Baking 101 wherever you buy cookbooks, and check your local shop first if you can.
Here's What You've Been Baking ✨
Sally's baking recipes around the world! My team and I love seeing my recipes in your kitchen. (Many readers share photos on Instagram, in the Facebook group, and in the official Sally's Baking Community.)
"This was so amazing! I normally don’t leave comments on things but I couldn’t not post my appreciation for this recipe! We ran out of bread at home and wanted sandwiches for dinner. I was too lazy to go to the store and had all the ingredients so I was like why not. Normally recipes don’t turn out the way they’re supposed to in my kitchen, but this was PERFECT. The whole family picked the whole loaf apart before dinner time and I had to make another batch! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐"
"I make this pie every year for my son’s birthday. At least 10 years now, he turned 20 today! Thank you for helping us make memories that have turned into a tradition! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐"
"... I made this pizza dough for the first time and it was, impressively, delicious! I watched your video and read your directions carefully due to past failures from other recipes. I had to cover the dough and walk a way a couple times because it kept shrinking away from the pan’s edge, but it was WORTH it! This pizza was so good, that it rivaled my favorite pizza restaurant. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐"
"I made this cake for a friend's birthday a few weeks ago and I am still getting compliments on how good it was. I am not a cake person and I usually prefer vanilla cake but this is now my go to cake. It is amazing! I can’t put into words how good it is... I would give it a 10 out of 5 if I could. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐"
"This soup is a family favorite (which is a miracle because my kids don’t agree on anything!)! Followed the recipe exactly and it is delicious. Thank you for the recipe!! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐"
— Elaine
Looking Ahead to November
🍁 My Pinterest board for Fall Recipes is trending! Follow the board for seasonal inspiration.
🍬 National Sea Salt Caramel Day is November 13 - celebrate with homemade soft caramel candies.
🍞 Which bread recipe will you make for National Homemade Bread Day on November 17?
🦃 Thanksgiving menu time! Keep your eyes peeled for an upcoming email with my favorite from-scratch Thanksgiving side dishes including this green bean casserole. Find more inspiration here.
Happy Baking, Sally
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