Memorial Day is often considered to be the start of the summer grilling season. It comes right near the end of the school year and it is the time when the whether really starts to warm up all over the country. A backyard barbecue is a must to kick off the season …
Churro Pumpkin Pie Blondies
The fall is my favorite time of the year for baking. I love the classics – pumpkin pie, oatmeal cookies and pecan anything – but I also love the opportunity to come up with fun new treats that make use of some of those classic flavors. These Churro Pumpkin Pie Blondies are …
Blackberry Mojito Almond Cakes
Mojitos are a fantastic summer cocktail, with refreshing mint, zesty lime, rum and a splash of effervescent soda. They’re always a crowd-pleaser and it’s easy to put a twist on the basic recipe by adding some fresh berries to the glass and muddling them alongside the mint. These Blackberry Mojito Almond …
2-Ingredient Lemon Curd Danishes
Lemon curd is one of my favorite treats to make when I have a surplus of fresh lemons in my kitchen and I use it regularly in all kinds of sweet treats, from quick breads swirled with lemon curd to homemade ice cream. These 2-Ingredient Lemon Curd Danishes …
One-Bowl Carrot Cake Muffins
Carrot cake is a classic that is good all year round. Your classic carrot cake is a dense, moist layer cake that is stacked high with rounds of cake and swirls of cream cheese frosting. These One-Bowl Carrot Cake Muffins are a twist on this favorite that is better for brunch than dessert. …
Pumpkin Pie with Streusel Topping
Pumpkin pie will always be a staple for me, but I never tire of adding new little twists on it. One favorite of mine is to make a Pumpkin Pie with Streusel Topping, adding a little bit of extra crunch and sweetness to the spicy custard classic. Just about every pie is …
Small Batch Pecan Pie Bars
Pecan pie is a delicious dessert that I find is best when you have a crowd to share it with. This is because pecan pie is a rich dessert and one pie can usually be divided up to serve quite a few people! If I’m not entertaining, I will sometimes skip a …