No foolin’ today, I promise. 😉 My super creative husband has been so impressed by the incredible reader response to our collaborative Bakeshop Mystery spin-off writing project, A BRUNCH WITH DEATH, that he felt it should have a proper cover. He thought this might be a fun little reward and maybe add some extra inspiration. 🤩 I […]

I think I’ve mentioned before that I love writing cozy mysteries for a living. 😍 Launching this collaborative project while we’re all practicing social distancing, however, has made the experience so much more fun than I could have ever imagined. Today, I’m very excited to release the first few pages of our collaborative cozy mystery […]

Happy New Year’s Eve! As you ring in the new year, I wish you health and peace, and of course this party-ready chocolate and salted caramel Linzer cookies. Ingredients ⅔ cup butter¾ cup sugar1 ½ tsp baking soda½ tsp salt1 tbsp heavy cream1 tsp vanilla½ cup cocoa powder2 ¼ cups flour1 cup powdered sugar10-12 wrapped […]

Can you believe it’s almost 2020? What are your plans for New Year’s Eve? It’s my anniversary and I love the fact that wherever I am, people are celebrating! On the topic of celebrating, I want to thank you for coming along on this baking adventure with me. It’s been 30 days of baking fun […]

Raise your hand if you love s’mores! There’s no need for a campfire with these cute s’mores cups, complete with toasted marshmallows and hot chocolate kisses. Yum! Ingredients 4 oz cream cheese (at room temp)¼ cup butter1 egg¼ cup graham crackers (crushed)¼ cup flour2 tbsp sugar1 tsp vanilla½ tsp salt1 cup mini marshmallows12 hot cocoa […]

Orange cardamom cookies are here for you. They’re like a palate refresher after a season of sweets, with fresh citrus and a touch of spice. Share them or save them all for yourself. Ingredients ½ cup butter½ cup sugar½ tsp orange extract1 egg½ tsp salt½ tsp baking powder⅓ cup oats1 tsp cardamomZest and juice of […]

Are you still loving 31 Days of Baking, or are you ready to toss your mixer out of the kitchen? If you’re not ready to murder your rolling pin, then I suggest whipping up a batch of these oatmeal caramel truffles. They are sweet, slightly salty, and freeze beautifully for the new year. Ingredients ½ […]

The day after Christmas is usually a do-nothing day for us. It’s also a day of eating leftovers and trying to resist all those sweets. That’s why these vegan pecan cookies are a light and healthy alternative. They’re packed with nuts, low on sugar, and gluten-free. Spend the day in your pajamas and snack on […]

Merry Christmas! I’m spending the day in front of a cozy fire and sharing my most cherished holiday recipe with you. May your day be merry and bright and filled with many sweet delights. Ingredients For the cookies:1 cup butter½ cup sugar2 ¼ cups flour½ teaspoon salt1 egg1 ½ teaspoons almond extract For the frosting:½ […]

This is the night of anticipation all around the globe. What will the big guy bring in his sack? A lump of coal or that special something you’ve had your eye on? I know a way to ensure that your stocking gets stuffed—leave a plate of these eggnog cookies for Santa. 🎅 Happy Christmas Eve! Ingredients […]