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Apple Desserts

When the apples ripen and the season begins, apple bakes are a delicious way to welcome early fall. From apple hand pies to apple pie, muffins, cakes, scones, and crumbles. Happy baking, friends!

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Ginger Pear Scones

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These tender Ginger Pear Scones are filled with fresh pear, crystallized ginger, and a hint of cinnamon for a warm...

Ginger Pear Scones

These tender Ginger Pear Scones are filled with fresh pear, crystallized ginger, and a hint of cinnamon for a warm autumn flavor. Flaky, buttery, and lightly sweet, they're lovely for afternoon tea, brunch, or serving with clotted cream and preserves.

Easy Oktoberfest German Recipes

Celebrate Oktoberfest at home with easy German recipes, from bratwurst and schnitzel to potato salad, spaetzle, homemade pretzels, and apple desserts.
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Welcome to 31Daily!

Welcome to 31Daily! I'm Stephanie, founder of 31Daily, cookbook author, certified private chef, and longtime media storyteller.

Here you'll find simple seasonal recipes, meal plans, and ideas for gathering around the table-from easy weeknight dinners to afternoon tea and holiday celebrations. My goal is to help make everyday cooking feel joyful, approachable, and a little bit special-often with a teacup close by.

MEET STEPHANIE

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Plum Cake with Almonds: A Late Summer Tea Cake

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This Plum Cake with Almonds is a tender late-summer tea cake filled with fresh plums and warm spices, then finished with a glossy apricot glaze and sliced almonds.

Old-Fashioned Peach Cobbler Recipe

This easy old-fashioned Peach Cobbler pairs juicy summer peaches with a simple buttery batter that bakes up golden and tender. A classic family dessert that's especially delicious warm with vanilla ice cream.

Old-Fashioned Peach Cobbler Recipe

This easy old-fashioned Peach Cobbler pairs juicy summer peaches with a simple buttery batter that bakes up golden and tender. A classic family dessert that's especially delicious warm with vanilla ice cream.

Afternoon Tea

If you love afternoon tea or teatime as much as we do, you'll find inspiring ideas, recipes, and tips for hosting and enjoying tea time.

"When tea becomes ritual, it takes its place at the heart of our ability to see greatness in small things."
--Muriel Barbery

Welcome to teatime at 31Daily. If you're hosting an Afternoon Tea or having a few friends in for tea, you'll find recipes, tips, and fantastic ideas for your next gathering.

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