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 1 month 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...
about 2 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,...
2 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...
2 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...
3 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...
3 months ago • 2 min read
Hi Baking Buddy! Part of what makes the holidays so special for our family is making loads of scratch-made goodies - from cookies to breads to breakfasts to candies... you get it... I make everything from scratch this time of year. I'm not a huge fan of fully made or baked store-bought desserts because they're often loaded with preservatives or made with more chemicals and oils than I care to eat. Making your own desserts at home is not only more delicious, but it feels so satisfying when...
3 months ago • 2 min read
Hi Baking Buddy, I'll keep this email short and sweet to simply serve as a helpful reference guide for you during your holiday cookie baking! This weekend is the perfect time to make cookies and freeze them for Christmas Day and other holiday parties. HELPFUL COOKIE RESOURCES: How to ship cookies + which recipes are best for mailing How to set out cookies for Santa + involve your children in the process 15 easy cookie recipes to bake with kids (that Santa will love, too!) Our 40 Best...
4 months ago • 1 min read
What's Inside: 40 Best Holiday Cookie Recipes Tips for Shipping Cookies Cookie Decorating Essentials These 3 ingredients are my secret to making the best holiday cookies 🎁 Happy Holiday Season, Baking Buddy! 🎁 Maybe you've started watching Christmas movies every night or playing festive music on your daily drive. Perhaps your home is adorned with sparkling lights and a beautifully decorated tree, or you're ahead of the curve with all your gifts wrapped and ready to go! Or mayyybe you haven't...
4 months ago • 3 min read
