Dessert

Let’s Get Real Okay, folks, let’s talk about white chocolate peanut butter fudge. Yes, we’re diving deep into a realm of sweet, creamy, nutty indulgence that—if I’m being honest—I can never resist. But first, can we address the weather? Is it just me, or does it feel like the sun has taken an extended vacation? I swear, I haven’t seen a good ray of sunshine in days. It’s this dreary, cloudy backdrop that’s got me yearning for a sweet escape. And what’s better than a bite of fabulous, homemade fudge to brighten up those gloomy days? Now, if you’re picturing … Read more

Let’s Get Real You ever have one of those days where the universe just seems to conspire against you? Rain, cold coffee, and a tangled mess of earbud cords that might as well have been knitted by your grandma? Well, this week was my version of that. The weather turned miserable overnight, and I was left staring at a puddle of rainwater that looked like a shot from a horror movie. Perfect! I decided it was high time to cheer myself up with something that screams “summer” even when the landscape looks like it’s auditioning for a winter wonderland. Enter … Read more

Let’s Get Real So, the other day, I was enjoying a moment of blissful laziness while scrolling through my Instagram feed (you know, the place where my to-do list magically transforms into a recipe board). Amidst the endless reels of food prep and cute dog videos, I stumbled upon a gorgeous image of Strawberry Cheesecake Danishes. Excuse me while I drool and mentally kick myself for not being the one to prepare something so whimsical! Those flaky pastries oozing with cheesecake filling and topped with glistening strawberries? I mean, who can resist such a glorious creation? Flashback to my childhood—my … Read more

Let’s Get Real You guys, it’s that time of year again when the weather can’t decide if it wants to be winter or spring. Just last week, I had to scrape ice off my car, while this week, I’m sweating in 70-degree heat. If Mother Nature were a person, I’d send her an invite to a drama workshop because she’s clearly making this more complicated than it needs to be. But, one thing that really helps me through the rollercoaster of crazy weather is chocolate. And what better way to enjoy chocolate than to whip up some homemade Chocolate Bark … Read more

Let’s Get Real Oh, chocolate. Is there even a more divine food on this planet? Probably not, and if anyone tells you otherwise, just nod politely and ignore them like you would someone suggesting pineapple belongs on pizza. I can’t help but get salivary just thinking about the delightful concoctions we can whip up with just a few basic ingredients. One of my absolute favorites is this sinfully delicious Chocolate Bark with Strawberry Swirls. And let me tell you, it’s as easy as 1-2-3, which is about my speed when I find myself concocting (aka chaotically fumbling around my kitchen). … Read more

Let’s Get Real If there’s one cookie I simply can’t stop thinking about (and obsessively baking), it’s most definitely the salted strawberry cookie. Yes, you heard that right. Strawberry cookies that taste like sunshine, sweet summer romance, and just a sprinkle of salt to keep things exciting. These delightful little morsels didn’t have a chance to exist in my world until recently, and boy, did I feel robbed of happiness for not discovering them sooner. One day while I was mindlessly scrolling through Instagram in a sugar coma and simultaneously trying not to burn dinner (funny how those two things … Read more

Let’s get real. I don’t know about you, but I’m a sucker for baked goods. Seriously, if it can be combined with butter and sugar, sign me up! But, you know, some days I need something a little less guilt-inducing than the usual cake, especially when the weather is as dreary as it has been lately. It’s like Mother Nature looked at a sunbeam and decided to block it out with a thick blanket of clouds. And honestly, I don’t even know why I live in a place with such unpredictable weather. It’s completely normal to crave something warm and … Read more