I rediscovered my mom's vintage "cream cake" recipe a few years ago and have experimented with it several times. I wanted to share my two favorite variations on this classic recipe with you. So what is a cream cake? Unlike cakes made with milk or buttermilk, a cream cake uses heavy whipping cream for its moisture and richness. It bakes up with a satisfyingly dense crumb that’s soft, chewy, and incredibly flavorful. These cakes are traditionally baked using the cold oven method—yes, you heard...
3 days ago • 1 min read
🌷 Hello Baking Buddy! 🌷 The sun is shining, our grass is finally turning green again in between snow storms this week. Hopefully spring will come soon to Minnesota. Either way, Passover and Easter is right around the corner! It’s the perfect time to dust off your mixing bowls and bake something beautiful. This month, we’re celebrating fresh flavors, pastel colors, and springtime classics that belong on your table. 🥕 Carrot, Pistachio & Pastel Treats for Spring April is all about light and...
22 days ago • 2 min read
☘️ Hello Baking Buddy! ☘️ Welcome to March! As I type this email, we're currently snowed in as a blizzard continues to dump snow in Southern Minnesota. Just 3 days ago it was sunny and 64°F (17°C) outside as we experienced "false spring!" What’s Inside:✔️ My latest baking revelation: Powdered Salt (Popcorn Salt) & Why You Need It!✔️ Berry-Licious Cakes – Fruity cakes filled with berries!✔️ Cherry Season Spotlight: Meet my latest cake – Cherry Garcia Cake 🍒🍫✔️ St. Patrick’s Day Cake: Irish...
about 2 months ago • 3 min read
Now that I got your attention, it seems like all eyes are on eggs (or the lack thereof) these days. Here in the U.S. egg prices have soared. I went to Costco on Saturday and they didn't have a single carton of eggs. Our local grocery store costs about $8/dozen right now. Other areas are paying $13/dozen We support a local farmer to purchase eggs at $4/dozen when they have eggs available, but demand is high too. As a result, it's been harder to bake cakes right now so... if you're in the mood...
about 2 months ago • 1 min read
💌 Hello Baking Buddy! 💌 It’s February, which means we’re celebrating all things chocolate, lovely, and romantic! Whether you’re celebrating Valentine’s Day, Galentine’s Day, or just the joy of baking something delicious for yourself (hello, 5-minute chocolate mug cake), I’ve got you covered. You hold the power to create and spread joy and love! No one can take away your ability to create joy and spread moments of love and care every day. 💖 Valentine’s & Galentine’s Baking Ideas Whether you’re...
3 months ago • 2 min read
Two years ago, I bought a tiny lemon tree with about 10 leaves on it from a grocery store here in Minnesota.And I know what you're probably thinking... "Stephanie, you can't grow lemon trees in Minnesota. It's way too cold." And you're right—it's much harder to grow citrus in cold climates. We're in zone 4b, which means long, brutal winters, while lemon trees thrive in zones 9-11. But I was determined. I thought keeping the tree indoors would be enough to help it survive. That first summer,...
3 months ago • 2 min read
Happy Saturday! I don't usually like to send out emails on a Saturday morning, but my friends have been asking for my game day snack recipes and I wanted to include you. It's hard coming up with delicious new ideas for what to serve a crowd of hangry (hungry + angry) guests. These are our tried-and-true favorite recipes that sustain us through football season all winter long. This is a collection of our favorite game day recipes for appetizers and dips, collectively known as “game day...
3 months ago • 1 min read
What's Inside: Irresistible Citrus Muffins Sweet Science: Sugar Alternatives in Baking Healthy Baking Recipe Highlights 2024 WRAPPED: Highlights ❄️ Hello Baking Buddy! ❄️ Part of me can't believe we're already living in 2025. This holiday season was spent with family - playing in the snow, cuddled up watching movies, baking hundreds of cookies, and exchanging presents and viruses. We're finally on the mend. I'm wishing you a happy new year with positive vibes and good intentions for the...
4 months ago • 4 min read
Every Christmas Eve as a child, our family filed into an old country church pew at 9PM and participated in an annual candlelight service. We sang hymns while being surrounded by family, friends, and community. I learned from an early age that Christmas magic stemmed from love and spreading joy. I'd go home with so much anticipation of what Christmas morning might bring... an Easy Bake Oven?! Barbie dolls?! My very own camera?! A brand new Series of Unfortunate Events book?! My head swirled...
4 months ago • 2 min read
