We always have a banket wreath from the local Dutch bakery; banket is a flaky pastry filled with sweet almond paste. This year Gregg and I made homemade banket to taste test alongside the bakery version; while we liked out pastry better (Gregg was in charge of that step), the bakery filling topped ours in taste and texture.
As I graded student exams on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday, it became clear that time was limited and my cinnamon roll dreams would not come to pass.
My apologies to the non-banket eaters (Mom and L), who feasted on cheese, bread, fruit, coffee, and mimosas alone.
As I settled back into home after a whirlwind trip to Michigan for the holiday weekend, I remembered that this week's TWD selection was a rewind. I paged through Baking: From My Home to Yours and soon was smitten with a photo of lush cinnamon, glossy pecans, and viscous caramel.
A week too late.
I made them anyway.
And, starting homemade brioche on Tuesday morning for a Tuesday blog post?
A day too late.
I beg forgiveness from all involved.
And I raise a petite, perfect roll in your honor.
Sweet and spicy and crunchy and soft and utterly delicious.
I have half a recipe of brioche dough tucked into the freezer, and promise to share next time.
Happy belated holidays, and happy belated TWD blogging.
