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πŸŽ„πŸͺ Sweet Life: December 2025

What's Inside: Christmas cookie baking list Tips for shipping & decorating cookies My 3 secret ingredients for better holiday cookies Recipes we loved for Thanksgiving 🎁 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 way ahead of me and already have every gift wrapped. Or mayyybe you haven't done any of...

Sliced apple pie bars dripping with caramel sauce.

Hi Reader,It’s time to bring out the rolling pins and whip up something sweet for the holiday table, if you're in the U.S. like me. Whether you’re a pie lover or simply love trying new takes on tradition, I’ve got you covered with my favorite Thanksgiving desserts. πŸ₯§ The Classics Pumpkin Pie – Silky, spiced, and the ultimate Thanksgiving must. Caramel Apple Pie – Sweet, tart, and perfectly cozy with a buttery crust. Chocolate Bourbon Pecan Pie – Rich, gooey, and just a touch indulgent. Here...

Slices of homemade pumpkin pie on white plates.

What's Inside: - Thanksgiving recipes- Pie tips & tricks- Trending fall desserts 🍁Hello, Baking Buddy!🍁 November is here and I'm so excited for the holiday season! Maybe it's all the Halloween candy we're still munching on that has me all jazzed up. We've been enjoying slow mornings baking pancakes and muffins, sipping coffee, and enjoying being present. Baking helps me clear my head and peacefully do something that brings me joy. We all deserve inner peace, no matter our struggles. I feel so...

Cinnamon rolls lined neatly in a pan.

What's Inside: * Everything you need to know about cinnamon, caramel, and pumpkin!* Recipes trending on Pinterest* Recipe inspiration: Oktoberfest, Halloween, Fall Flavors & more!* Cookbooks I love (perfect for yourself or a friend!) 🍁 Hello Baking Buddy! 🍁 I hope your autumn has been beautiful so far! It's been unusually warm in Minnesota lately, so we've been visiting apple orchards and pumpkin patches. 🍁 October Flavors 🍁 Cinnamon Did you know there are different types of cinnamon? The two...

Perfectly baked pumpkin muffin with a light and tender crumb.

If you bake one thing this fall, make it these pumpkin muffins. 🧑 This isn’t just any recipe β€” it’s the #1 pumpkin muffin recipe on the internet, loved and baked by millions every year. Here’s why: ✨ Quick & Easy β€” ready in just 30 minutes πŸ₯„ Pantry-friendly β€” no fancy ingredients needed πŸ™Œ Fail-proof β€” no mixer required (and if you want to use the entire can of pumpkin, it still won't fail either!)πŸ‚ Perfectly moist, tender, and full of warm fall spices These muffins are everything you want in...

Homemade blend of fall spices.

What's Inside: Fall Baking Ideas Back-to-school recipes & remedies Soup season favorites The buns we bake on repeat 🍁 Hello Baking Buddy! 🍁 As the leaves in our front yard slowly start to turn orange and red, I am reminded that this is the beginning of what I lovingly refer to as "Baking Season!" Crisp, cool mornings and sweatshirt weather just put me in the mood to bake. It's truly my favorite time of year. Homemade pumpkin spice blend is a winning combination of cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg,...

Lemon muffins coated in a lemon glaze.

Hi Reader! There’s something magical about starting the day with a muffin still warm from the oven. Whether you’re grabbing one on the way to work or enjoying a slow morning with coffee or tea on the porch, I’ve got the perfect summertime muffin recipes for you. From juicy mango to dreamy strawberry ricotta, tart lemon to cozy chocolate zucchini, these muffins are packed with flavor and perfect for using up fresh fruit and garden veggies. One thing you'll notice about most of my muffin...

Stainless steel pots and pans from Caraway displayed on a kitchen countertop.

πŸ’Œ Hello Baking Buddy! Can you believe it's already August? The air is still warm, the tomatoes are ripe on the vine, and our gardens are overflowing with summer goodness. Whether you're savoring the last few days of summer break or prepping for back-to-school season, I've got just the treats to brighten your month. This email contains some affiliate links and I will be compensated if you make a purchase after clicking on my links at no additional cost to you. I only link to products I use and...

Fresh beetroot hummus with a drizzle of olive oil and seasonings.

Hello Baking Buddy! ❀️ It’s officially the heart of summer, and that means fresh fruit, chilled treats, and easy recipes that don’t heat up the kitchen. This month, I’m sharing my favorite no-bake recipes, refreshing cocktails and party dips, and a special deal on my most frequently used kitchen appliance. It's been scorching hot, so let’s keep things cool, sweet, and simple! Vibrantly pink beetroot hummus with herbs, spices, and a drizzle of olive oil. 🍹 Summer Sips & Dips 🌿 Whether you’re...

Brown butter chocolate chip cookies with melty bits of chocolate oozing out.

If you wish cookies would magically appear every time you were craving one...same. This freeze ahead method is the answer you've been looking for. This brown butter chocolate chip cookie recipe is our #1 cookie recipe for a reason. It's absolutely ooey, gooey, and delicious. The brown butter lends a caramel-y flavor to these cookies that takes them to the next level. They are so easy to make too. No mixer needed and no chilling time before baking 🀯 (that is of course unless you want to). GET...