Ahh yes, Lemon Bars, the dessert GOAT. Perfectly sweet, tart and bite sized. Probably my 2nd most requested dessert when I was a kid. So much so, my mom taught me how to make it myself. This recipe is old, it’s been around long before I was. For good reason, it’s delicious. Lemon Bars are …
What’s more American than apple pie? Twinkies of course! Delicious fluffy chiffon cake filled with a marshmallow frosting. In fact apple pie wasn’t invented in America, but the Twinkie was. Right here in my home state of Illinois, so it’s only fitting that I create my own version. To honor my Illinoisan heritage, not because …
I needed a last minute patriotic dessert for the 4th, so I landed on ice cream sandwiches! I had some vanilla ice cream and the super basic ingredients for a buttery cutout cookie recipe. Add some red and blue color and you got some festive American ice cream sandwiches. I didn’t need a full cookie …
Tart mouthwatering lemon curd surrounded by creamy marshmallow buttercream. This macaron looks similar to the Lemon Meringue Macarons, BUT they stand out because of the marshmallow flavor. A super delicious combination and definitely a favorite of mine. Well anything lemon is a favorite of mine, who are we kidding here. It’s an unexpected combination, but …
Don’t worry! You can start these the night before and come out looking like a hero. Perfect for eggs benedict, breakfast sandwiches or just with delicious butter and jam. It’s homemade breads like these that make me feel like a true Hobbit. Nice crispy bread and some simple ingredients. Nothing better! The muffins have really …
Soft and fluffy homemade marshmallows flavored with real raspberry and lemon extract. These marshmallows went fast! Not only are they delicious, they’re fun to play with. Perfect for St. Patrick’s Day, birthdays, or just for fun! You don’t have to use the same flavors I did, you can add extract or freeze dried fruit powder …
Buttery red velvet cupcake topped with creamy cream cheese frosting. Somehow, red velvet always makes me feel fancy when I eat it, like a small window into the Southern Victorian era. It’s such an interesting recipe, cake batter with buttermilk, a sprinkling of cocoa powder, and vinegar (yes vinegar). The vinegar is there to create …
Learn how to make Basic Crepes for One! Filled with a homemade Blueberry Topping and Whipped Cream. I’m not sure how anyone can honestly believe this is some kind of breakfast, it’s obviously 90% dessert. Not that I’m against it or anything, hail dessert for breakfast! This recipe is perfect for a single serving, helps …
Snickers candy bar inspired macarons with everything made from scratch. Homemade marshmallowy nougat nestled in a ring of chocolate icing, sprinkled with peanuts, and finished with a caramel drizzle. This 5 part dessert is intimidating to make, but well worth it. Luckily you can make these macarons ahead of time, in fact that’s the only …
