It's Christmas time! It's Christmas time! I just can't help but LOVE this time of year. While I try to keep cool on the outside and be you know, the responsible cool headed adult who isn't counting down the days at all...on the inside I'm totally Buddy the elf. I am SO pumped to start popping a little buddy the Elf into the DVD player. “The best way to spread Christmas cheer is singing loud for ... [ read more... ]
4Dec2015
Peppermint Cheesecake Cupcakes
Have I ever told you guys I am not a fan of baking the same thing twice? I know it's kinda silly because most people crave something they have baked and loved and want to make it again…but me, I'm always wanting to try something new! With all the combos out there…there's only so many baking spots in life to fill! Which kind of creates a problem because of course friends and family have their favs ... [ 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... ]
28Feb2013
Snowflake Peppermint Pops
In case you guys were wondering where I've been the past week...I was buried under a pile of Disney world planning, packing, & projects. I've spent countless hours planning a perfectly princess filled trip for out girls, and it's finally here! I now know just a few facts too many about Ariel, Rapunzel, and Cinderella, go ahead quiz me! ;) In just a few short hours were about to make our way to ... [ read more... ]
28Nov2012
Over The Top Peppermint Rice Crispy Treats
For some reason I don't make rice crispy treats a whole lot, but that is going to change. These over the top peppermint rice crispy treats...left me wanting to make more. It's probably a really good thing I wrapped them up and sent them to neighbors very quickly...because I'm not sure how well my will power would have help up to the crispy layers of chocolate and peppermint. So if you're ... [ read more... ]
14Nov2012
Hot Cocoa Cupcakes With Peppermint Marshmallow Frosting
Hey guys, today I'm crazy busy getting ready to head home tomorrow! We haven't been home in a year and we are so excited. So I'll keep it short and sweet...and it doesn't get much sweeter then cupcakes. So today I'm sharing hot cocoa cupcakes with peppermint marshmallow icing! I have about a dozen hot cocoa treat ideas on my list for this winter. We seriously drink hot cocoa on a daily basis ... [ read more... ]
9Nov2012
Melting Chocolate 101
Hey there, it's Friday! Not only is it Friday it's a long weekend! I'll be honoring my soldier by baking up a storm this weekend (he gets to be the taste tester...win/win right? ) But for today I'm back with another "baking basics" posts, all about melting chocolate. With holidays and baking season just about here (yay!), I thought now was the perfect time to share all about melting chocolate. Who ... [ read more... ]
