You've heard those desserts with the word 'crack' in the title? Crack Pie or Christmas Crack...basically anything that makes your tastebuds go crazy. It's the type of dessert that makes you lose all self-control and the next thing you know, you've eaten half the recipe. These truffles should probably have the word crack in the title. The 4 ingredient recipe is delightfully simple and the presentation is magazine-worthy. Try these Candy Cane Truffles for your next holiday … [Read more...]
Simple Holiday Baking: Peppermint Bombe Cake
Don't you love those recipes that look way more complicated than they actually are? You get all the credit for slaving away in the kitchen, when really you spent 20 minutes throwing it together and watched it turn into something amazing while you help the kids with their homework. I love this peppermint bombe cake because it looks so pretty on inside and out. You really can't mess up the frosting and when you sprinkle the outside with candy canes, it turns incredibly festive. Once … [Read more...]
Cinnamon Chip Oatmeal Cookies for a Cozy Winter Day
*This post is sponsored by The Quaker Oats Company, but all opinions are 100% my own. Who doesn't love a good holiday cookie? Fun to make with the kids, share with the neighbors and, of course, to eat! Plus they make the house smell heavenly. As part of our official role as a member of The Oat Authority, we’re once again teaming up with The Quaker Oats Company to offer you lots of simple and yummy ways to use their classic oats. Today is without a doubt one of my favorites. Here’s our … [Read more...]
Trader Joe’s Copycat Recipe: Candy Cane Whoopie Pies
Every year Trader Joe's gets their holiday products in stock. They fly off the shelves and quickly as they arrived. Peppermint is king around the holidays and we love everything from the candy cane tea to the candy cane 'joe-joes' (Trader Joe's version of an oreo.) We decided to make our own version of the candy cane joe-joe in the form of a whoopie pie. Whoopie pies are basically cakey little cookies with frosting to hold them together. Like a soft oreo! Whoopie pies have been around … [Read more...]
Coconut Macaroon Baked Apples
'Tis the season for pumpkin and apple recipes! If you've taken advantage of the seasonal grocery sales or done some apple picking at your local orchard, chances are you need some apple inspiration. This recipe is for you! … [Read more...]