Hi Reader, I hope you had a great Thanksgiving! Our family came over and indulged in way too much food. My heart is so happy and grateful. My week started off on a sour note: our kitchen sink had a terrible clog followed by a major leak! I couldn't use my kitchen all day Tuesday and into Wednesday morning. Panic set in as I had a feast to prepare for our guests. My husband ended up replacing the entire sink plumbing and snaked the main drain to effectively save Thanksgiving. Not all heroes...
6 days agoย โขย 2 min read
Thanksgiving week is here! I'm here because I love food. You're here because you love food. For people like us, people who love making food from scratch in our kitchens, this is really OUR week! It's basically a marathon week for me - make, bake, taste, repeat. As I prepare our home for guests on Thursday, my toddler has decided to do just the opposite (go figure!). In case you're still struggling with what to serve on your dessert table this Thanksgiving or looking for a special breakfast...
10 days agoย โขย 1 min read
When I think about traditional American Thanksgiving desserts, pie is the first thing that comes to mind. Growing up I used to hate pie. In fact, to this day, I still can't bring myself to eat a store-bought pie. It's part of the reason I got into baking cupcakes and making truffles because I felt other options should exist. With that being said, here is my list of non-traditional thanksgiving desserts for all those who don't want anything to do with pie! Many of these desserts can be made...
11 days agoย โขย 2 min read
๐Hello, Baking Buddy!๐ November is here and well... I'm exhausted. If you live in the U.S., I'm sure you're just as exhausted as me. If you don't live in the U.S., you're likely watching what's happening with our Presidential election that is mere days away. With political tensions rising, it can be hard to think about anything else right now. To ease my anxiety, I early voted this week and have found so much peace since. Let's talk about my second favorite way to reduce election-induced...
about 1 month agoย โขย 3 min read
Hi Reader,If youโve ever struggled with homemade buns or bread going stale too quickly, Iโve got some exciting recipes for you! I just posted two Super Soft Sandwich Bun recipes that stay soft and fluffy for days, thanks to a special technique. After making classic homemade hamburger buns more times than I can count, I grew frustrated by one simple thing: I couldn't make them a day or two ahead of time. They tasted amazing right out of the oven, but they just didn't stay fresh longer than the...
about 2 months agoย โขย 1 min read
What's Inside: * Everything you need to know about cinnamon, caramel, and pumpkin!* Latest recipes trending on Pinterest* Upcoming holiday recipe inspo: Rosh Hashanah, Oktoberfest, Halloween, & more!* New fall cookbook arrivals and why you'll love them too! ๐ Hello Baking Buddy! ๐ I hope your autumn has been beautiful so far! I just wrapped up my 2-week visit of spending time with family and friends in Colorado. The image below was taken while I was on a morning nature walk in the mountains....
2 months agoย โขย 7 min read
Hi Reader, It's time to bust out one of my favorite seasonal ingredientsโmaple syrup! It adds such a warm, rich sweetness to everything it touches, from quick breads to cookies and everything in between. This week, Iโve gathered some of my favorite maple-flavored desserts to get you in the autumn spirit: ๐ Maple Banana Bread๐ Maple Nut Cake๐ Maple Brown Sugar Cookies๐ Maple Pecan Sticky Buns๐ Baked Banana Donuts with Maple Cinnamon Glaze๐ Maple Nut Zucchini Bread๐ Pumpkin Scones with Maple...
2 months agoย โขย 1 min read
Hi Reader, After visiting an apple orchard in Wisconsin (video) with our toddler last weekend, it really put me in the mood for pie! And I'm sure I'm not the only one. So here is your ultimate inspiration guide to pie-making! Perfecting Pie Crusts Achieving the perfect flaky pie crust relies on very cold butter. If the dough warms up too much while working with it, you'll lose those lovely flaky layers. Sometimes I even stop midway through making dough and pop it in the freezer for 10 minutes...
3 months agoย โขย 2 min read
๐ Hello Baking Buddy! ๐ As the leaves in our front yard slowly start to turn a vibrant red, I am reminded that this marks the beginning of "Baking Season!" My favorite time of year. Homemade pumpkin spice blend is easy to make! ๐ Fall Flavor Trends ๐ As temperatures cool down, there's nothing better than turning on the oven and indulging in the rich, warm flavors of fall. ๐ Pumpkin Spice Everything: Using a blend of cozy spices, you can make your own pumpkin spice mix and save money. Skipping...
3 months agoย โขย 5 min read