There’s something magical about the holiday season that brings out the baker in all of us—even those who don’t typically step foot in the kitchen. But let’s be honest: as much as we love the idea of spending a whole day making Christmas cookies, the reality is that December gets busy fast. Between shopping, wrapping, school events, holiday dinners, decorating, and trying to squeeze in a moment to actually enjoy it all, sometimes we just need a recipe that’s festive and impressive without all the effort. I typically start my Christmas baking in late September or early October because I…
Desserts
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Continue ReadingIf you’re looking for a banana muffin recipe that feels a little more special than the classic, these Banana White Chocolate Chip Macadamia Nut Muffins are exactly what you need. They’re soft, moist, flavorful, and packed with the perfect blend of sweet banana, creamy white chocolate, and crunchy macadamia nuts.…
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Continue ReadingThere’s something magical about the combination of strawberries and rhubarb. The sweet juiciness of ripe strawberries balances beautifully with rhubarb’s tartness, creating a flavor pairing that has stood the test of time. Whether it’s your first time baking this classic or you’re carrying on a family tradition, strawberry rhubarb pie…
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Continue ReadingClassic rice krispie squares have been a family favorite for generations. These are super easy to make and if you have kids that are eager to make something themselves, these are a good place to start. They don’t require any cooking except for the melting of the marshmallows. The nice…
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Continue ReadingIf you are looking for a classic treat that will be loved by all, try these Scotcheroos. They are similar to a classic rice Krispie treat but with a twist. The base is the rice cereal combined with peanut butter and a sweetener such as honey or corn syrup making…
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Continue ReadingSummer means fresh rhubarb around my house and so I am sharing my must bake recipe for the best strawberry rhubarb squares I have. These squares start with a thick base that is pretty much a shortbread, then the base is topped with a strawberry rhubarb compote and finally a…