There was a time when I wasn't much of a cake-eater at all. I outright just didn't care for it. I'm happy to say that my tastes have changed and I now have the opposite problem--I love it all. I'll be honest, though--I am often super lazy and take the box cake route. It's always a special treat when I decide to make a cake from scratch because it means it's time to have fun and there's going to be an unusual flavor. These mint julep cupcakes are soooo good and you're going to love the responses ... Read More
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Spiced Pear Berry Crumble
Hellooooo comfort food dessert!! Can we talk about the pure yumminess of this spiced pear berry crumble, please? I loooove baked desserts and this one is so easy to put together. It's such a great ending to any sort of meal--make it for the holidays, a potluck, or a treat for a normal weeknight. Just make it--it's worth it, I promise!! Ingredients: Fruit Mixture: 4 medium pears, chopped 2 cups blackberries 2 tsp lemon juice ½ peach spiced chutney ¼ cup brown sugar 1 tsp ... Read More
Picture Perfect Pumpkin Pie
It's a funny thing--I was never a massive fan of pumpkin pie when I was growing up. I know it's the classic American Thanksgiving dessert, but I just never cared for it. Fast forward a few decades to where I'm living in another country and am massively homesick and all I've been thinking about is pumpkin pie. It's so easy to make (especially if you cheat like I did with a pre-made crust) and is absolutely a taste of home for me. This picture perfect pumpkin pie is all you need for that taste of ... Read More
Easy Churro Cheesecake Bars
I have become such a dessert junkie in the past few years, especially if I'm eating out. To be honest, I enjoy making desserts at home more than our actual meals. And I didn't realize it until recently, but certain dessert foods are comfort foods to me. It's hard to find good cheesecake in New Zealand, so it's something we need to make ourselves. Churros are another comfort treat and while they can be found here, they aren't super common. It was only a matter of time before we attempted to put ... Read More
Red White and Blue Cheesecake Trifle
Summer in the States means berry season and the abundance of patriotic berry desserts never gets old. I mean, you really can't go wrong with blueberries, strawberries, and raspberries! Summer also means neighborhood parties and family gatherings where everyone brings their best dishes to feed a crowd. This Red, White, and Blue Cheesecake Trifle looks elaborate but is easy to make and you can be sure that there won't be a crumb left by the time the party is over. Ingredients: Vanilla ... Read More
White Chocolate Cherry Macadamia Nut Bark
This post contains sponsored content. Sometimes it's the super simple treats that everyone goes crazy over. Sometimes you just get insanely busy during the holidays, so making something for that cookie exchange you forgot about or the bake sale fundraiser you signed up for is an added stress that you just don't need. This White Chocolate Cherry Macadamia Nut Bark is just three ingredients and so easy that it will be your go-to this holiday season! Ingredients: 24 oz white chocolate ... Read More