Black Cocoa White Chocolate Chip Cookies
I love this Black Cocoa White Chocolate Chip Cookies recipe so much. if you can hold off on eating them all the first day, they are just as fantastic on day 2. These cookies are rich, satisfying & the cure for even the sweetest sweet tooth! A Childhood Favorite Growing up, I binge ate so may Otis Spunkmeyer cookies. You know the ones! The cocoa cookie with the white chocolate chips. Honestly, I didn’t even try any other flavor because these were by far the best! Ever since I’ve been on the hunt for a delicious & satisfying chocolate cookie with white chocolate chips. While I’ve tried many recipes, the…
Strawberry Cobbler Recipe
Strawberry Cobbler Recipe It’s no secret that my family LOVES strawberries. We wait all year for the Hood Strawberry season in Oregon. We visit our favorite berry picking spot & pick until we can’t pick anymore. This way we have plenty of strawberries leftover to freeze. Like most of my recipes, this one came from a mistake. We make so many Berry Crisps at our house. Recently, I kept referring to the crisp as a cobbler. My daughter laughed & laughed. She then turned to me & said, what’s a cobbler? Crunchy & Soft Topping Immediately, we set out to make the Ultimate Strawberry Cobbler Recipe. Now, I’ve eaten my…
Candied Pecans Recipe
Until recently, I did not like pecans. Being from the South, you can see how that is a problem. Pecans are a currency in the Southern US. Well, after trying candied pecans on a salad recently, I’m a true convert. Reasons You Will Love This Candied Pecans Recipe First, this recipe is so simple. Honestly, two bowls, a few ingredients & 45 minutes in the oven. Boom- you’ve got a sweet treat that does some good for you too. Pecans are nutritious & covered in sugar & spices, they are quite nice! Secondly, these pecans are an all-around great snack. Plenty of evenings, I’ve gotten a hankering for something sweet…
Pumpkin Cake Bars
Pumpkin gets a bad rap these days. All these negative Nancys saying it’s “basic” & the pumpkin spice craze is just a cash grab. I’m here to tell you, you don’t need this kind of negativity in your life! And neither do I. Even the biggest hater of pumpkin-flavored items (my mom!) loves these Pumpkin Cake Bars. The cake is tender, yet sturdy. Even better, it is full of eggs & a whole can of pumpkin. This means I don’t feel bad when my kids eat an uniced piece for breakfast! Sheet Cakes for the Win Now, I love me a beautiful layer cake, but sheet cakes need love too!…
Madeleines
My friends, it is time. The Downton Abbey Movie is upon us. I only wish I had made these Madeleines sooner so I could sneak them into the theater with me! This recipe is direct from the Downton Abbey Cookbook, so I have high hopes. With any luck, I’ll make Ms. Patmore proud. Can I pretend I’m sitting with Anna & Mr. Bates while I enjoy this delicious & buttery cake with a cup of hot tea? Let’s Head to the Downstairs Kitchen This is my first time making Madeleines. First, you’ll need a Madeleine pan if you want to do it right. if you still want to give the…
Funfetti Cookie Bars
These Funfetti Cookie Bars are the stuff my dreams are made of. First, take a delicious sugar cookie with a hint of almond flavor. Next, top it with a delicious buttercream icing. Finally, top it with enough sprinkles to make anyone smile. This is a perfect dessert for any picnic, party or sweet weekday indulgence. The Inspiration Behind These Bars There is just something so special & fun about Funfetti Cake. Yes, I totally get that it’s just a vanilla cake with sprinkles. But to me, Funfetti exemplifies the fun part of baking. For years, I’ve thrown sprinkles into so many of my bakes. A sugar cookie with icing is…
New Orleans Beignets
Since I can’t get down to the Bayou State on a whim, these New Orleans beignets will do the trick. When I was in New Orleans for Crime Con, I ate them almost every day. Also, my kids have The Princess and the Frog on heavy rotation this summer, so they asked for some of Tiana’s beignets! Surprisingly, these fried squares of dough are easy to make, super delicious & they pair perfectly with a strong cup of coffee. While I’m a purist at heart, I’m super tempted to eat these along with drinking chocolate, fresh fruit or even an Irish Coffee. Let’s dive in. It’s In The Dough New…
Birthday Cake Ice Cream
Birthday Cake Ice Cream My family is swimming with July birthdays, including mine, and Sarah and I are just a few days apart. That means cake after cake after cake, not that I am complaining! Sarah and I both love a classic homemade cake, and it is on the menu for our special days almost every year. Sarah even jazzes hers up with homemade sprinkles for an awesome Funfetti Birthday Cake! As delicious as it is, there are times where there is just leftover cake, and this year I re-purposed it and made some Birthday Cake Ice Cream. Birthday Cake & Ice Cream Cake and ice cream is one of…
Ultimate Funfetti Birthday Cake
Birthdays are so special! Jessica & I are both Leos & our birthdays are only a few days apart. When it comes time for the birthday season, we are ready! This Ultimate Funfetti Birthday Cake is fun, delicious & a great centerpiece for any celebration. It’s our take on the classic Funfetti cake. Except our recipe features homemade sprinkles, a buttery & rich buttermilk cake & a thick & creamy buttercream icing. OOPS I DID IT AGAIN This recipe is a take on Joy The Baker’s Birthday cake recipe. Well, one time I added in double the butter – oops! I added in a bit more sugar & took a…
Homemade Sprinkles with Royal Icing
Where have you been all my life? Of course, I’m talking about these Homemade Sprinkles with Royal Icing. Last Halloween, I found myself with a lot of royal icing leftover. Serendipitously, my buddy Jackalope Bakes told me you can make sprinkles with royal icing the same day. Basically, all you have to do it pipe them out, let them dry & they’re ready to use. No way it’s that simple, right? IT’S SIMPLE AS CAN BE Make a batch of royal icing, bring on the piping bag & go to town. Let’s dig in! You’ll want to get your royal icing to a soft peak. That means it moves around…
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