Peppermint Christmas Tree Macarons

A fancy AND delicious Christmas treat! Perfect for a dessert table centerpiece or a gift for family and friends. Plus they taste so darn good. In the filling, I used melted crushed candy canes for the peppermint flavor because I ran out of peppermint extract. Turns out—that was a super tasty mistake. Hooray for happy …

Classic Christmas Cut Out Cookies

Buttery and delicious, perfect for Santa! You’ll be his favorite house in the neighborhood if you make these cookies. Far superior to the sad supermarket roll of dough. If you have the time this season, these cookies are worth the trouble. Topped with traditional American Buttercream and sprinkles. Great for decorating with kids, or gifts …

Rainbow and Shamrock Marshmallows (No Eggs)

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 …

Berry Bloody Cheesecake Macarons

Edible strawberry and raspberry “blood” encircled by a cheesecake filling, sandwiched between to macaron shells. I didn’t know if I’d be able to fit in a new recipe this Halloween, but I made it! Not only did I finish a new recipe, it ended up scary delicious! Edible Blood My “blood” tastes so good you’ll …

Strawberry Lemonade Mermaid Macarons

Oyster shaped macaron shells filled with real strawberry lemon flavored filling—and of course, a candy pearl! I really wanted to do something for MerMay this year, maybe even two things. Haha, we shall see. This month I’ve been cooking with a busted oven, so if I can do it with pretty good results with a …

Lucky Charms Macarons

Bring the magic this St. Patrick’s Day with Lucky Charms cereal infused buttercream sandwiched between macaron shells. Throw some marshmallows in for good measure. Lucky Charms Buttercream The frosting is similar to a French buttercream. It’s super silky and rich, thanks to the egg yolks. For those afraid of raw eggs, like me, do not …