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You don’t need to go to the pumpkin patch to get your fix, with this easy to follow recipe, you can make your favorite caramel apples right at home! To get started on this classic fall treat, you will need some Peter’s Caramel Loaf & a batch of fresh apples. But we aren’t stopping there. We did promise gourmet apples after all. That’s why we’ll be adding an extra layer of chocolate flavor to sweeten the deal. 

The holidays are quickly approaching, which means it’s the busiest time of the year here at Stover & Company.

While we always ask that you allow for 1-3 business days of order processing time, we’re usually able to exceed that expectation during our slower seasons. However, during our busiest time of the year, our warehouse staff may need the full 3 business day timeframe to process your order with care.

Have you ever found yourself in the middle of the baking aisle trying to remember which type of canned milk that family recipe called for? 

Evaporated milk & sweetened condensed milk are both types of thick, concentrated milk in which about 60% of the water has been removed.  The difference between the two may be small, but it will certainly have a big impact on the taste of your finished dish. 

Sanding sugar is an edible, decorative, coarse-grained sugar made from sugar crystals that have been refined to their highest state of purity. Due to its larger crystal size that reflects light, sanding sugar creates an effortless sparkle effect when added on top of your favorite treats.

Don’t let the name fool you… German Chocolate Frosting is not actually a chocolate based frosting. This light brown, buttery, caramelized frosting is filled with shreds of sweetened coconut & chopped pecans. While you may be used to having this delicious frosting on top of German Chocolate Cake, we’re here to remind you that it can be used to elevate countless other sweet treats. Use German Chocolate Frosting to top brownies, fudge, cheesecake, or even chocolate cookies to create a decadent dessert with an explosion of flavor!

The calendar may say September, but there’s no time like the present to start preparing for your holiday baking needs!  

The most wonderful time of the year will be here before you know it! Save yourself from holiday headaches by placing your Stover & Company orders in advance this season. Stock up on chocolate, caramel, candy colors & all of your favorite essential baking supplies to ensure you have everything you need to make the holiday magic come together.

Still holding onto every last bit of summer? Then we have the perfect treat for you! This recipe for chocolate covered pineapple pops makes for a simple & sweet way to say farewell to summer. If you’ve never tried chocolate & pineapple together, boy are your tastebuds in for a treat! 

Have you ever seen a beautifully decorated cake & wondered how the baker created those symmetrical flowers, endless swirls or perfect piping? Just like any craft, a baker uses special tools to achieve these classic styles. Let’s explore some of these tried & true cake decorating tools!

Autumn is quickly approaching & it’s time to break out your cinnamon, pecans & pumpkin spice to embrace this cozy season. Nothing warms our heart quite like a family fall recipe. Here's one from our family archives that’s sure to be a hit at your next family event: Pecan Coffee Cake!

Summer is winding down, so you know what that means… The holiday season is quickly approaching! What’s the best way to celebrate the season? With colorful themed treats of course! 

Coloring chocolate may sound like an easy task, but there’s much more to candy coloring than simply melting chocolate & adding some food coloring. Once you understand the do’s & don’ts of adding candy coloring, things are smooth sailing!