Let's face it. My kids have more access to treats and sweet delights than most little munchkins do. I'm always baking something and although my daughter (in general) has her father's sweet tooth - or lack thereof - my son LOVES everything I make. He would eat baked goods all day every day if I… Continue reading Honeyed Apple Peanut Butter Tart
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Valentine’s Day Butter Mints
I think of butter mints alongside turkey and stuffing, not hearts and flowers. Thanksgiving always meant butter mints when I was a kid. My Nanny (English grandmother, not baby-sitter) would have a bowl of them sitting on top of her giant TV, temptingly out of reach. It was the best turkey day ever when I… Continue reading Valentine’s Day Butter Mints
Streusel Topped Coffee Cake Muffins
Is it wrong to use Paula Dean cupcake holders when making a Martha Stewart recipe? I hope not. Cause if these coffee cake muffins are wrong, I don't want to be right. Coffee cake is superb in general, but individualized servings in a sweet cupcake wrapper is just downright evil. Resistance is futile when you… Continue reading Streusel Topped Coffee Cake Muffins
Cranberry Orange Loaf
Why is it things called "loaf" are usually disgusting? Pimento loaf? Olive loaf? <shudder> Those hunks of oddly studded meat at the deli give me the heebie-jeebies. Today I made a loaf of deliciousness that is completely un-gross. Actually, it is exquisite. Beautifully flavored with slightly sweet orange and temptingly tart cranberries, this gorgeous bread… Continue reading Cranberry Orange Loaf
Shortbread Tarts
These delectable morsels are perfect for just about any occasion. Elegant enough for a bridal or baby shower and bite sized for an appetizer heavy party. You can make large quantities of them easily and highlight any of the best fruits of whatever season you're in. I went with raspberries because I don't think there's… Continue reading Shortbread Tarts
Butter Pecan Cookies
Any recipe that starts with "butter" can only be awesome. Add in pecans and you've hit cookie nirvana. I got turned on to the idea of making a pecan cookie last week when my friend over at Rumbly in My Tumbly made some Pecan Sandies. I always get great ideas from her and the cookies… Continue reading Butter Pecan Cookies
Best Buttercream Ever
For her birthday this year, my sweet daughter wanted a Rapunzel cake. She's obsessed with the movie Tangled and her 5th birthday party was a reflection of that. I used this buttercream for her cake as well as my sons Cars birthday cake. It is very easy to work with, holds up when piping it… Continue reading Best Buttercream Ever
Cinnamon Roll Cookies
I love good cinnamon rolls. So it only stands to reason that I'd equally adore a cookie made in the image and likeness of my favorite sticky bun. However, I had no clue how much these adorable little cookies would strike my fancy. Like a flat cinnamon roll, without the guilt of eating a pastry… Continue reading Cinnamon Roll Cookies
Pretzel Bites
It's that time of year again. No more family Christmas parties with your crazy Uncle Lou who makes inappropriate remarks after a few glasses of Granny's homemade nog. The presents are opened & carols all sung. You've convinced yourself that the tree and lights can stay up while you do absolutely nothing for a few… Continue reading Pretzel Bites
Eggnog Pound Cake
Happy Christmas Eve!! If you have time to read this today, I congratulate you for being totally prepared and on top of your game. You can join with me in pondering a most important holiday question. Who named eggnog? I mean, could you come up with a more unappealing sounding drink? Apparently so - according… Continue reading Eggnog Pound Cake
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