Gosh, I just can't believe it's already (almost) mid December, and most of us are already in full swing "baking" mode. If you're anything like me, your enjoying the season baking up treats to share with others at different events or as gifts. There's just something special about the gift of a little handmade treat to say "Merry Christmas" to those around us. Looking for a way to enjoy this ... [ read more... ]
3Dec2013
Elf On The Shelf Cookies – By Sprinkles the Elf!
I'm so excited to be bringing you guys day 2 of The Elves' 12 Days of Christmas Cookies, over at Aimee Broussard maker of crazy cute aprons! Sprinkles (our elf) and I popped in and shared our all time favorite Iced Sugar cookie recipe. Aimee and her elf Ella, will be sharing 12 fun elf-approved cookie recipes over the next 12 days, how fun! While we were sharing our elf pick over at ... [ read more... ]
2Dec2013
Chocolate Dipped Peppermint Meringues
I don't know about you guys but I've been eagerly awaiting the "appropriate" time to start making Christmas treats, and it's finally here! So let's kick the month off right with some peppermint! I was inspired to make these chocolate dipped peppermint meringues a few months ago during my trip to Duncan Hines. I love making meringues. I've had fun in the past changing their flavors, colors, and ... [ read more... ]
28Nov2013
Happy Thanksgiving!
What Turkey? I see no Turkey! Remember last year we had these cute little pitiful fondant Turkeys show up at Thanksgiving? This year, they came well prepared for the hunt. Well played guys, well played... I just wanted to take a moment in between the cooking/baking frenzy and sure to be food coma to say Happy Thanksgiving to all of you! I am so very thankful for all of my ... [ read more... ]
27Nov2013
White Chocolate Pumpkin Cookies
A couple of weeks ago I shared with you guys the Pumpkin Cake Mix Crinkle Cookies I made using a Pillsbury Perfectly Pumpkin cake mix, today I'm back to share what I did with the other half of those cookies! You guys know I have dessert commitment issues, so it won't surprise you that when I was in the middle of making the crinkle cookies I had a little thought, why not drizzle them in white ... [ read more... ]
27Nov2013
Cinnamon Streusel Pumpkin Bread
I know, I know it's the day before Thanksgiving and here I am sharing a pumpkin recipe, perfect for Thanksgiving! To be fair, I hadn't intended on ever sharing this bread but after making it 4 times (really!) in the last week I thought you guys would love it just as much. So here's for the late planners that need something quick for tomorrow, I've got you covered...OR you can totally take ... [ read more... ]
25Nov2013
Sweet Potato Cupcakes
My name is Toni, and I'm addicted to Sweet Potatoes. There I said it. I'm currently madly in love with sweet potatoes. But it's November...and that's totally allowed right? However, this little fling started way back in August...before we were all prepping Turkey day sides and dreaming of pumpkin pie. Back in August I went to visit the hubs in school across the country and on one of our outings I ... [ read more... ]
19Nov2013
Maple Butter Pecan Cupcakes
Maple and pecan, a fall favorite for sure - you just can't go wrong with this combo! These cupcakes just might be my best kept secret, because honestly they just keep getting "lost"! I first made them a few years ago for a cupcake event I was hosting, and they were a favorite of the night. Recently, I've been getting lots of request for those yummy pecan cupcakes with the syrup drizzled on top. ... [ read more... ]
