Category: Snacks

Strawberry Lemon Poppy Seed Scones

Did you know scones could actually taste good? They can! I honestly did not know until recently. My previous scone experiences had been dry, crumbly, hard, tasteless… Scones often accompany coffee or tea, so I thought maybe it …

Smart Cookie

Today is my kids’ last day of school, and it has become a family tradition for the past few years for the kids to bring these smart cookies as teacher thank you gifts. Teacher appreciation + a baking …

Classic Peanut Butter Cookies

Many years ago my boyfriend suggested that I make some peanut butter cookies. I love peanut butter, but I have never loved peanut butter cookies. They always seem kind of dry and hard and don’t really taste like …

Ganache-Filled Chocolate Cupcakes

Oy. It’s been a busy week around here, and I am sorry I haven’t been able to keep up with my regular posting schedule. The end of the school year will do that. Will you forgive me if …

Real Strawberry Cupcakes and Strawberry Buttercream

It is hard to find a strawberry cake recipe that doesn’t start with a strawberry cake mix or include strawberry jello. These cupcakes are made entirely from scratch and include REAL STRAWBERRIES, if you can imagine that, and …