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 ...