All the toffee and candy flavor without any of the difficult candy making. A good quick and cheap snack. Sometimes you want a toffee or brittle, but are feeling extra lazy. You don’t wanna deal with candy making or driving to the store to get some. You just need to toss the peanuts with some …
Rich, buttery and sweet BUTTERBEER inspired by Harry Potter! I’ve been meaning to make a version of this for a long time. I wanted to do something different with a more medieval bend to it. I was inspired by old timey butterbeer (with actual ale) and the Harry Potter Land versions of the drink. This …
Ok, these are the one. THE cookie that defines Christmas cookie in my family. Buttery, sweet and bite sized treats. Always a favorite of my friends and family. I remember making these cookies with my mom, using an old electric cookie press—which we called the “cookie gun”. I really wish I still had that tool. …
Powdery and delicious snowball like cookies. Perfect for a last minute Christmas cookie. These cookies are super good and a good choice to make with kids. These are one of the first cookies I ever learned to make and is one of my favorites. You can add crushed up nuts to them if you like, …
A delicious Christmas must! The aroma of gingerbread is unmistakable and really says, “Hey man! It’s frickn’ Yuletide.” Not everyone is a fan of the spicy cookies, but I am! You can do the original gingerbread man, or try a different cookie cutter. You can decorate them with royal icing, white or colored. Depending on …
Make sure Odin visits your home this Yule season by making a Viking longship or house out of gingerbread. This fragrant recipe is harder and more sturdy than regular gingerbread cookies. I wouldn’t recommend you use this recipe for cookies. Instead use this one. I’ve used this recipe for other gingerbread creations like shops, churches, …
Silky Strawberry Swiss Meringue Buttercream on top of Chocolate Pudding filled cupcakes. Strawberry Flavors I’ve tried using berry extracts for flavor and it always tastes artificial. Then I tried making a strawberry syrup and that would sometimes make the frosting separate if you put enough in to get flavor. So, I realized that I could …
Delicious apple pie filling inside and atop a spiced cupcake. Yellow cupcakes frosted with a cinnamon American buttercream. A good apple pie alternative that’s easier to serve. No pie cutter or ice cream needed! If you find yourself with some tart apples, but not enough for an apple pie—this dessert is a perfect choice. I …
Need a travel sized pumpkin pie? Look no further! Pumpkin pie filling inside of a buttery cookie. It’s that time of year, time for the basics to eat pumpkin spiced everything! I have to admit, I never really crave pumpkin. I mean, if I picture a pumpkin—I don’t really think yummmmm. I really only think …
