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…
Homemade Caesar Salad Dressing
This Homemade Caesar Salad Dressing is a gem. One night, we made it on a whim & it’s turned into a staple in our home. Yes, I fully understand that a legit Caesar Salad contains a raw egg, garlic, anchovies & parmesan cheese. Well, we are busy people & busy people run out of eggs! This salad starts easy enough & you really only need 4 ingredients. Now, some of you may not love the mayo. Let it be known, mayo is eggs & oil. Yes, it’s a huge shortcut, but it works for us. Try it just once. I bet you will love it. We always use Hellmann’s aka…
Berry Pavlova Recipe
This Berry Pavlova Recipe is a Summer Staple Back in the day, I was terrified of meringues. They seem so finicky, right? Well, I’m here to let you know that this Berry Pavlova Recipe is adapted from the GBBO Queen, Mary Berry! To clarify, it means this recipe is simple, precise & easy to follow. Best yet, it tastes delicious. A Few Tips To Ensure The Meringue for Your Berry Pavlova Recipe is Perfect First, you have to start with a clean bowl. Even if it’s clean, clean it again, Any oils or soap residue will mess up your egg whites. Next, you have to use real eggs. This may…
Watermelon Vodka Cooler
Watermelon Vodka Cooler Summertime cocktails are all about beating the heat and relaxing. What fruit says summer more than watermelon? This Watermelon Vodka Cooler is one of our favorite ways to cool off, and it is as delicious as it is pretty! Invite some friends over and sip this tasty, blended beverage. Watermelon Vodka Cooler Recipe Pick out a great watermelon – make sure it feels heavier than it looks and has a large, butter yellow spot where it was resting and ripening. Cube the watermelon and throw 3 cups in the blender along with the juice of one lime. Because you are straining the seeds and pulp after you…
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