Dessert

So, Here’s the Story Behind My Pumpkin S’mores Cookies Oh man, these pumpkin s’mores cookies. I have to laugh, because the first time I made them, I forgot to add the chocolate chunks until after I’d scooped the dough—so there were random pockets of surprise chocolate in the baked cookies. My kids thought it was …

Let Me Tell You Why I Love Making These Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls (And Why My Dog Is Always Watching Hopefully) Alright, story time: the first time I made pumpkin cinnamon rolls from scratch, it was a rainy Sunday and I was supposed to be tidying up. Instead, I found myself elbow-deep in flour while the …

Let Me Tell You About the Time I Tried to Outsmart Crumbl… You know those days when you walk by a bakery (or, let's be real, Crumbl) and you're suddenly hit with that caramel-apple-cookie smell and, whoosh, you’re in autumn heaven? Well, that's how this recipe started: me, standing there, thinking, "I could totally bake …

Let Me Tell You About These Cupcakes… You know how some recipes just feel like fall? That’s exactly what these gluten-free apple cider cupcakes with frosting do for me. The first time I made these, I basically spilled half the cider on the counter (was distracted listening to my neighbor rant about squirrels) but the …

Let's Talk About These French Silk Pie Brownies (Yes, With Whipped Cream!) Alright, friend, I have to tell you about the time I decided to combine two of my all-time favorite desserts—rich, chocolatey brownies and the silky, decadent filling from French silk pie. It started because I couldn't make up my mind what to bring …

So, You Want to Make Apple Pie Bites? Let Me Tell You... Alright, pull up a chair because I honestly never thought I'd be one of those people who craves apple pie on a Tuesday night—yet here we are. I remember the first time I made these apple pie bites with crescent dough, it was …

So, Let Me Tell You About These Brownies... Alright, picture this: It's one of those rainy autumn Saturdays, the leaves are everywhere (seriously, I swear they multiply), and I’m in the kitchen with my favorite mug and a playlist that's mostly embarrassing 90s tracks. That's when I always end up making these Chocolate Pumpkin Brownies …

Let Me Tell You About These Pumpkin Bars Okay, story time—so last October, when the leaves were doing their whole crunchy, golden carpet thing and I was feeling a bit restless, I decided to bake something that actually tastes like autumn. I’m talking about these pumpkin bars with cream cheese frosting, which, by the way, …

The Story Behind My Pumpkin Bread Obsession Okay, so I have to admit: pumpkin bread is my culinary comfort blanket. I still remember the first time I tried Pumpkin Bread with Cream Cheese Filling—my friend Jill brought it to a book club and, honestly, I was more interested in the bread than the plot twist. …

The Day My Kitchen Smelled Like a Blueberry Orchard I’ll tell you straight up: these blueberry cinnamon rolls with glaze are what happened after I mixed up my grocery list and ended up with way too many blueberries one summer. Picture me staring at a mountain of berries, thinking, “Well, I guess we’re making something …

If Cakes Could Hug You, This Would Be the One Alright, friend—here’s the lowdown. Cinnamon Roll Cake with Vanilla Drizzle is my absolute go-to when I’m craving something warm, sweet, and a little bit nostalgic. You know that feeling when you wake up on a grey Saturday morning and the world just needs a little …

So, I'll be honest. Banana pudding no bake dessert cups are the type of thing I whip up when I want to look like I've pulled off some Southern hospitality wizardry, but, you know, I'm actually just avoiding turning on the oven (because, who wants a hot kitchen in July?). This dessert reminds me of …

Let Me Tell You About These Peach Dumplings... So, you know those recipes you keep tucked in a dog-eared notebook, the ones you end up making just because you want to taste summer again? That’s what these Easy Peach Dumplings (Buttery & Crisp) are for me. I think the first time I tried making them …

Pull up a Chair—Let's Chat About Brownie Bottom Mini Cheesecakes Alright, so here's the deal: if you've ever had to choose between a brownie and a cheesecake (and seriously, who hasn't struggled with that?), this recipe will save your sanity. I started making these Brownie Bottom Mini Cheesecakes for my nephew's birthday one hectic Saturday, …

If I Could Only Eat One Dessert Forever... Okay, you know that one treat you can't stop thinking about, especially when you're supposed to eat something sensible like salad? For me, it's churro bites with cinnamon sugar. I swear, these little golden nuggets remind me of the county fair—except without the sticky fingers and the …

Let Me Tell You Why I Fell for These Brownies Alright, so you know how some recipes just kind of sneak into your life and refuse to leave? That’s what happened with these white chocolate brownies (yes, the fudgy kind, not those dry cake imposters). I first made them after a long week when all …

So, Have You Ever Needed Cake and Apples Together? Alright, let me set the scene: It was a rainy Saturday, my kids were moaning about having "nothing sweet" in the house (as if toast with jam doesn't count), and I was staring at a bowl of apples that looked a bit past their prime. Enter: …

Let's Talk About This Creamy Cheesecake Crescent Roll Casserole You know those days when all you really want is to bake something that feels a little bit fancy, but you're also running low on time, energy, and—if I'm being honest—patience? Well, that's exactly how this Creamy Cheesecake Crescent Roll Casserole came into my life. I …

Let Me Tell You About This Cozy Apple Crumb Cake Alright, friend, here's the deal: if you're after some posh, fussy cake that takes three days and a small fortune to bake, you may be in the wrong kitchen. But if you love the idea of a warm, apple-packed crumb cake that smells like autumn, …

Let Me Tell You About These Bars… Okay listen, if you’ve ever found yourself in that sweet spot between craving cheesecake and wanting something a bit more, well, snackable (without hauling out pie plates and water baths), you really need to try these Honey Cinnamon Cheesecake Swirl Bars. I first made these on a rainy …

So, About This Cobbler—Let Me Tell You a Story Okay, you know how sometimes you just need dessert but can’t be fussed? That’s me, often. Last summer, after a long (and, honestly, slightly disastrous) attempt at garden DIY, I needed something sweet. But not fussy. Enter this Cinnamon Peach Cobbler Dump Cake. I actually first …

Let Me Tell You About These Little Bites You know, there are days when I want to feel like a baking genius without actually, you know, being one. That’s where these Cinnamon Sugar Cheesecake Crescent Bites come in handy. The first time I made these was actually a bit of a happy accident—my grocery list …

So, Here's Why I Fell for These Cookies Okay, honest confession: I made these Soft Cinnamon Roll Cookies (Quick) for the first time because I was too impatient to fuss with actual cinnamon rolls. You know how sometimes you crave that warm, gooey, spicy swirl, but you're perilously low on patience? Yep, that was me, …

Let Me Tell You About These Donuts (And That One Time...) So, picture this: It's a rainy Saturday morning, I've got coffee in hand, and the only thing missing is—yep, warm cinnamon sugar donuts. But, honestly, as much as I love a good donut, the thought of deep frying (and then cleaning up all that …

The Aroma That Brings Everyone to the Kitchen So, last winter (or maybe it was two winters ago—time's a blur when you're elbow-deep in flour), I decided to whip up these sticky cinnamon buns with cream glaze for a lazy Saturday breakfast. You know that feeling when you wake up to the smell of sweet, …

Let Me Tell You About These Bars (And That Time My Cat Almost Ate One) Okay, so you know those days when you crave something ooey-gooey, but you don’t have the patience (or the clean kitchen) for full-on cinnamon rolls? Yep, that’s where these Cinnamon Roll Cheesecake Stuffed Bars come in. I first made them …

Let’s Talk About These Mini Cinnamon Sourdough Bundt Cakes Okay, let me just say—if you’d told me a year ago that I’d fall head over heels for baking tiny cinnamon sourdough bundt cakes, I’d have laughed and reached for my (questionable) store-bought cookies. But last winter, after a particularly chaotic Sunday, I was staring at …

Let Me Tell You About My Cinnamon Crumb Banana Bread (Moist!) You know those rare moments when you wake up on a Saturday, groggy, but you just know you need something cozy and sweet (besides coffee)? That’s usually when I drag out my slightly battered loaf tin and rustle up this cinnamon crumb banana bread. …

Let's Talk Peach Cobbler Mug Cake (and Why It's My Midnight Hero) If there's one thing I can't resist at midnight — after the kids are asleep and the house is (sort of) quiet — it's something gooey, warm, and just a little bit sweet. Enter: my Peach Cobbler Mug Cake. I first cobbled (ha) …

A Cozy Kitchen Memory (and How I Always Burn My Tongue) Okay, so here's the thing: every family has that one breakfast you secretly wish you'd wake up to every Sunday. For us, it’s this Cinnamon Apple Biscuit Bake—basically apple pie and biscuits decided to throw a party in my oven. I first cobbled this …

I swear, these saved my sanity (and my sweet tooth) You know how sometimes you just want something sweet, but your willpower's already down to its last thread? That was me last Thursday—kids were bickering, the dog was barking at a leaf or something (really, Max?), and all I wanted was a slice of cheesecake. …

Let Me Tell You About This Cream Cheese Fruit Dip Okay, so here's the scoop—Cream Cheese Fruit Dip with Berries is my true party trick. I started making it years ago after my cousin brought something similar to a backyard BBQ, and now, every time someone says "potluck" or "movie night," I get a not-so-subtle …

So, About These Lemon Bars... You know those days when you just crave something zingy but also want a bit of crunch? That’s me pretty much every spring when the sun decides to peek out. I remember the first time I made these lemon bars with almond crust—my cousin was coming over, and honestly, I …

Let Me Tell You About These Brownie Bites (Spoiler: They're Dangerously Good) So, storytime: The first time I made Caramel Swirl Cheesecake Brownie Bites, I was honestly just trying to avoid making a whole cake for my sister's birthday (she claims she doesn't like cake—lies). What started as a last-minute “what can I do with …

Let’s Talk Pie (Or: Why My Kitchen Smells Like Autumn) So, picture this: it’s a slightly rainy Saturday afternoon, I’ve got jazz on the radio (or sometimes, embarrassingly, 90s pop), and a bag of apples from the farmer’s market is eyeing me from the counter. I start peeling, and suddenly I’m ten years old again, …

Let Me Tell You About These Pumpkin Snickerdoodle Bars… Honestly, if autumn had an official scent, it’d be the smell wafting out of my oven every time I bake these Pumpkin Snickerdoodle Bars with Glaze. The first time I made them was actually because I’d totally botched a batch of cookies (don’t ask), and I …

Let Me Tell You About These Apple Oatmeal Bars… Okay, so picture this: it's raining, the cat's perched on the windowsill (judging me), and I've got a bowl of apples that are a bit past their prime. What do I do? I make these Apple Oatmeal Bars with Crumb Topping—partly because they're the only thing …

Let's Talk Pumpkin Rice Pudding—My Favorite Cozy Dessert Okay, so you know how some dishes just wrap you up like an old cardigan? Pumpkin Rice Pudding with cinnamon spice does exactly that for me. I started making this back when I lived in a wonky old apartment that always smelled a little bit like cinnamon …

So Here's the Story Behind This Cake... You know those days when your kitchen just smells like autumn, even if it's actually July? That's me every time I bake this ginger apple cake with brown sugar frosting. The first time I made it was kind of a disaster (flour on the cat, apples everywhere, the …

Let Me Tell You About These Pumpkin Muffins Okay, so can I be honest? The first time I made these pumpkin muffins with cream cheese filling, I accidentally doubled the cinnamon and, let me tell you, it was like eating autumn itself (in a good way, mostly). These muffins are now my go-to when the …