If you can get a couple of things in the freezer ahead of time, the year might start off just a little bit sweeter.
When Yom Tov coincides with back-to-school season, as it does this year, we’re most often a little less prepared. Instead of the calm September-long prep, there’s often the frantic menu-making that happens once the kids are safely tucked back in school.
And while we might not associate summer with filling-the-freezer time, we know that even if we get two or three items put away–whether it’s our challah or a baked item or two, or perhaps a dessert–we can approach Rosh Hashanah a little calmer and less overwhelmed.
Let’s start off with the challah….
The Best Crumbs
Even if you’re using your regular challah recipe, and even if you’re not planning on baking challah yet, have these crumbs ready-mixed and ready-for-sprinkling in your freezer.
Golden Honey Challah
And if you are baking challah now, you might want to make them in this shape.
Sina’s Pomegranate Challah
Or perhaps you love this version, which you can either make into rolls or also with the honey dish in the center.
There are some things we bake every year, no matter what. The classic. The traditions. It might be one thing or two things on the list, but it’s one of the below.
Our Favorite Honey Cookies
Another must-bake item.
Muffin Top Honey Cookies
A breakfast-worthy twist on our favorite honey cookies.
Honey Biscotti
Lots enjoy these even more than honey cookies.
The Best Honey Cake
This is our original, classic version that uses an electric mixer.
The No-Mixer Honey Cake
As time went on, we knew we needed a version that works.
Then there’s the “something different.” The fun desserts. The sweets that aren’t the traditional. The baked goods that simply make your home smell so good. They still feel seasonal and appropriate, but they have just the right twist.
Pomegranate Ice Cream
This should be tops on the list this year because really, it’s still ice cream season.
Apple Crumble Sundaes
Some of you have been serving these for a decade. You can make some of the components even from now.
Apple Crumb Galette
We’re a fan of galettes because they’re so much more appealing than pies and easier to make too. You can’t go wrong. See more Galettes we enjoy here.
Caramel Apple Cheesecake Ramekins
Pareve was never this good. You won’t miss the dairy here, they’re that good.
Apple Cider Donuts
A fun, fall item that kids will love. And adults too. Complete with cider-infused streusel crumbs.
Healthy-Ish Apple Date Crumble
If you want to bake with clean ingredients, we love this one.
Apple Cobbler Cinnamon Bun Pie
Or perhaps you don’t and you simply want something that impresses.
Fruit Envelopes
An item you can freeze raw and bake fresh. And whether you consider this a dessert or a sweet side dish, it’s up to you!
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