For some reason muffins remind me of lazy Sundays, slowing down, and taking a break. I also love them because they give me an excuse to eat dessert for breakfast! I think right now it's really important to remember to slow down. With the holidays upon us it's easy to get caught up in the craziness and miss what's happening right now. I've been a bit caught up in the madness lately myself. When someone asked me what projects and desserts I had planned for Spring, I almost collapsed. My list of projects I want to make for the holidays ...
Sweet & Sassy Gingerbread
Gingerbread is one of those treats I never really cared for until a few years ago. It always had way too strong of a taste for me, and to be honest I thought it was kind of boring. After I realized that the type of molasses you use in baked goods can drastically alter the flavor, I decided I wanted to give gingerbread another chance, and fiddle around with a new recipe. I'm glad I did because this is a wonderful little cake that is now a staple in my fall and winter baking. I use a very mild molasses which I prefer, and all ...
Apple Crisp Cupcakes
I have this tendency that as soon as I'm done making a dessert, I immediately start thinking of how I can take it to the next level and make it better. Sometimes I can really drive myself crazy, but this time it totally worked in my favor and yours! It all started the last time I made apple crisp. I took it out of the oven, set it on the counter to cool, and there it was just staring at me. To be honest with you it just wasn't doing anything for me. Now don't get me wrong I love a good apple crisp, but after making it about a million ...
Grown Up & Glammed Up Eskimo Pie
A few weeks ago I received a call from Lynne, the President of How2Heroes, asking if I could give the classic Eskimo Pie a makeover. I thought about it for all of about two seconds and then jumped at the chance. I love projects, and more importantly I love a good makeover! A few days later somewhere during the fifth mile of my run, it hit me, Nutella! I knew if Nutella was going to be involved, then Frangelico needed to get in on this too! I really liked where this dessert was going, and couldn't wait to start making the ...
"In the Pink" Cheesecake Pops
Cheesecake, pink chocolate, and sprinkles that shimmer... Yup, I'm all set! Cheesecake pops are so much fun, and they have party written all over them. I don't know what it is about miniature desserts, but I just love them. These pops are great for a party and people go crazy over them. The flavor combinations are endless, and this season I've been doing my "in the pink" pops. Cheesecake, pink chocolate, and sprinkles that shimmer... Yup, I'm all set! Cheesecake pops are so much fun, and they have party written all over them. I ...