with Maple Vanilla Coconut Yogurt I have a “thing,” about making sure that people with food sensitivities are included in celebrations. Whether it’s a birthday party where allergies need to be considered, a meal for a friend in need, or serving up treats to the school staff for appreciation events, […]
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Autumn Harvest Toffee
My Autumn Harvest Toffee has been making the rounds in my fall baking for a few years. It’s one of the most requested pieces of candy by my spouse and a few of my closest friends. One friend says this toffee is “everything.” Plenty of warm spices and crunchy seeds […]
Vegan Strawberry Guava Macarons
“That was heavenly” – Sarah, neighbor and resident macaron tester. “Grhmmmmp, Ohummmmm, Yuuuuuuuuuum.” – Daughter and macaron critic. More and more, I find myself in situations where I wish I had a quality vegan dessert recipe up my sleeve. Whether it’s staff appreciation, book club, or a neighborhood gathering, I’m […]
Hot Buttered Rum Bombs
An adult version of a hot chocolate bomb. Full of rum, warm spices, and dark chocolate.
Salted Caramel Sauce
A versatile dessert sauce ready to top, fill, glaze, drizzle, and make all your dessert dreams come true.
Spiced Apple Butter
If you have the opportunity to pick apples out at an orchard, or even better, from your backyard; this recipe for spiced apple butter is a “must have.” PSA: Apple butter is not butter. It’s apples and spices cooked down to the point of being so thick, it spreads on […]
Color Technique: Macarons
Holidays, birthdays, and other celebrations are times when you want your food to be as festive as the day. Sometimes that means making a traditional food. Other times, that means taking a food you love and dressing it up for the occasion! Our Independence Day celebrations looked a little different […]
Crème Brûlée
A delicate French custard with a caramelized sugar topping.
Ginger Peach Smoothie
A peachy keen smoothie to start any kind of day.
Sauteed Brussels Sprouts with Bacon
I know my blog and social media feeds are a bit sugar heavy, but I do actually make and eat lots of veggies. This particular recipe is gluten free, dairy free, Wahl’s protocol friendly, and whole 30 friendly. Brussels sprouts were practically a four letter word when I was growing […]