I went to Italy and I didn’t get a stupid shirt OR an Italian maritozzi. What was I thinking? I went to Italy for Christmas and New Years in 2013/14. My husband was on deployment based out of Naples. So over the holidays I was able to fly there and meet him. It was really…
Lemon curd and I are having a life long love affair. Except when I say lifelong, I mean adult life because I was a sheltered child who was never exposed to lemon curd. I wasn’t actually sheltered and if I had been introduced I probably would have not liked it like a psychopath. Fun fact,…
Pretzel bagels are here for all your soft pretzel breakfast dreams. You’re welcome. When I was a kid we lived in rural Virginia. I’m not talking about oh like a small town with some chain restaurants population 20,000. I’m talking one stoplight. One old family run gas station, a bank, and a building that consisted…
These sort of count as Easter scones, but honestly, I’m sure they are great anytime. Full disclosure, I haven’t had carrot cake since I was a child. I know it’s a favorite though. I’m assuming (from eating these and doing research) that carrots are similar to what zucchini does in zucchini bread. Adding moisture and…
Who invented cookie butter? I’m pretty sure it didn’t exist when I was a kid. If it did I’m going to be seriously mad at my mom for hiding it from me. It’s deliciousness should be shared with the world! Hence me shoving it into a scone to make these cookie butter scones. What’s not…
I love blueberry muffins, like most people. My mom always made them when I was growing up, but like most people she made them from a box mix. I have zero qualms about using box mix for some things. Some stuff, it’s just easy and tastes great so why change it? Blueberry muffins (some of…
Cinnamon star bread may be the A-list family member of enriched celestial shaped dough, but I’d like to champion this version as a pretty enticing substitute. This spiced chocolate star bread was actually born out attempting to make the cinnamon version over Christmas. I was visiting family and got up early Christmas morning to make…
So bread is life and I have always maintained that. But you know what makes a burger or sandwich better than a normal hamburger bun or bread? A pretzel roll. Or even better, easy pretzel rolls. Do you know what’s better than just a dinner roll? That’s right, a pretzel roll. Who doesn’t love a…
This chocolate chunk pistachio bread is a flavor bomb that requires no yeast, and not too much time. It’s a great snack loaf or a decadent breakfast slice. When it comes to all things nuts, I am in the nuts in desserts fan camp. I know it’s a very hotly contested subject but if you…
Updated August 2024 Sweet potato rolls are super soft, fluffy rolls with a brilliant orange color and a sweet, buttery top. They might just be your new favorite. Who doesn’t love a good soft pillowy dinner roll? If you don’t I think you might be lost. This is a recipe for sweet potato rolls, and…
Have you ever wanted French toast but didn’t have bread? Or your bread is fresh, which we all know stale bread makes better French toast. Or maybe just didn’t feel like frying something up? Maybe you just love French toast! French toast donuts are here for you my friend. They are a baked donut, so…
Apple cider scones scream fall season. I love fall, it’s my most favorite season. I love brisk weather and cardigans. I love living in New England for fall because it’s the most beautiful time of year there. I’m not really a pumpkin person though. They are cute décor and I don’t mind carving them but…
Updated 7/13/2024 Raspberry buttermilk muffins sound like the perfect breakfast, at least to me. The sweet and tang of the buttermilk matches the sweet and tartness of the raspberries. These muffins are quick, easy and delicious. Muffins are one of those things that are pretty simple to make from scratch, and in my opinion MUCH…
Friends, this one is a good one. It’s a perfect summery scone recipe that is both a delicious breakfast treat or a perfect dessert. Strawberry White Chocolate Chunk scones. Now normally I love raspberry and white chocolate together, but that doesn’t mean you can’t pair any old berry or fruit with it. I know milk…
Vanilla cream scones are what started this blog. I set out to recreate a scone from a bakery and then decided to tackle bread while I was at it. When it comes to scones, I am very picky. I think anyone who loves scones, and who has had an actual good one is too. Once…