The very best of summer in this Mixed Berry Cobbler. A buttery biscuit topping with a sweet crunch on top, and delicious summer berries hidden on the bottom. I just can’t seem to get enough of the abundance of sweet sun ripened berries this year. While I try to diversify my recipes here on the…
Easy One Bowl Apricot Cake
This Easy Apricot Cake has a light custardy base and is layered with sweet fresh apricots and sprinkled with sugar that caramelizes during baking. I am still learning the algorithms of Facebook and Instagram, something I thought I would never say! While I may be still learning the ropes, clearly Facebook knows me and knows…
Pork Ribs-Pineapple BBQ Sauce
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #GetGrillingAmerica #CollectiveBias. Step out of your BBQ’in box with these tender Pork Ribs with a Pineapple BBQ Sauce! The sauce has the perfect combination of sweet, sour, and a bit of a kick! No that summer has officially…
Mango Pineapple Margarita with Passion Fruit Syrup
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #CollectiveBias #MyToraniSummer Messaging below is intended for ages 21+ and is intended to be enjoyed responsibly, in moderation. There’s nothing quite like sipping on a sweet Mango Pineapple Margarita with Torani Passion Fruit Syrup on a hot summer day!…
Kalua Pork Sliders
Celebrate Hawaiian Foods week with these delicious Kalua Pork Sliders. Just like you would find in Hawaii, the pork is juicy and smoky and served on a King’s Hawaiian Bread Bun! Last week my husband and I headed downtown for a little day date. After a long morning, we were really really hungry. We made…
No Bake S’mores Bars- The perfect summer dessert
With summer heat on the rise, these easy, No-Bake S’mores Bars will fulfill your chocolate craving, and be the perfect dessert to bring to your next party! I realize that I have recently been neglecting my chocolate lovers here on the blog lately, and I sincerely apologize. I get so wrapped up with all of…
Coffee Cake Blueberry Muffins
Start your morning off right with a good old cup of coffee and a couple warm Coffee Cake Blueberry Muffins. Fresh cinnamon berry muffins ready in 30 minutes. This past weekend we spent camping in a walnut grove along the Merced River. It was absolutely amazing and so relaxing despite sleeping in a tent and…
Fresh Strawberry Pie
Just like your favorite chain restaurant’s version, this Fresh Strawberry Pie has a buttery crust that is loaded to the brim with sweet sun ripened strawberries, and garnished with homemade whipped cream! Every year I crave one of these sweet pies, but for some reason, have only gotten around to posting a recipe for it…
Lemon Garlic Seared Salmon
A simple yet delicious meal, this restaurant quality Lemon Garlic Seared Salmon will be perfect for impromptu dinner parties or last minute meals. Pair it with a nice cold glass of Cavit Pinot Grigio and your night will be perfect! Did you know that Friday May 26th is National Pinot Grigio Day? This is one…
Quick Rhubarb Cake
This one bowl Quick Rhubarb Cake is extremely simple to make and even easier to eat! You will want to make it over and over again! I think that my husband’s grandparents were trying to scare me away the first time I met them. However, I don’t think it was intentional because his grandmother is…
Sweet and Spicy Pork Ribs
These Spicy and Sweet Pork ribs are tender enough to pull apart with your fingers and flavorful enough to ensure no left overs! This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #GetGrillingAmerica #CollectiveBias Last weekend my husband and I fired up the grill, set a slab of…
Fresh Raspberry Cream Cake
This Fresh Raspberry Cream Cake will have your tastebuds go wild. A buttery white cake studded with fresh raspberries wrapped up in a sweet raspberry frosting. If you are looking for the perfect Mother’s Day cake or Birthday cake, this is it! Fresh raspberries are mixed into my favorite white cake recipe. Honestly, just the…
Strawberry Cheesecake Bars
These strawberry cheesecake bars will be the hit at your next summer picnic! Creamy, rich, and piled high with fresh glazed strawberries. One of my favorite desserts is a fresh strawberry pie. The sweetness of the strawberries combined with delicious glaze and buttery crust, make it the absolute perfect summer dessert. I wanted to take…
Meyer Lemon Tart
Spring is not complete without a slice of this slightly sweet and deliciously tangy Meyer Lemon Tart with a buttery shortbread crust. I don’t think I have ever posted more Meyer Lemon recipes than I have this year. With its short California growing season, I can’t seem to think about anything else than to take…
Lemon Poppy Seed Bars with Strawberry Frosting
These Lemon Poppy Seed Bars with Fresh Strawberry Frosting are the perfect burst of Spring for your dessert table! If you are looking for a pretty, yet easy recipe this Spring, these Lemon Poppy Seed Bars with fresh strawberry frosting are perfect. They are extremely easy to make and full of glorious flavors. I love…
Carrot Cake Cookie Sandwiches
Who needs to spend hours making a carrot cake when you can have all of the deliciousness of a slice in handheld cookie form! These Carrot Cake Cookie Sandwiches are chock full of cinnamon, shredded carrots, and oats, then topped with a luscious, silky cream cheese frosting and sandwiched together by yet another yummy cookie!…
Blackberry Lime Cupcakes
Tangy soft lime cupcakes topped with a sweet blackberry cream cheese frosting. These Blackberry Lime Cupcakes are what Spring baking is all about! I love getting the grocery store circulars this time of year and seeing all of the fabulous deals on berries. Not only do we eat them like candy, but I also love…
Cereal Milk Ice Cream
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #CerealShakeup #CerealAnytime #CollectiveBias Start the day with the full-blown flavor of PEBBLES™ cereal and amazing things can happen! A few months ago, I took off for the weekend for a Girl’s Trip to New York and it was…
Blackberry Cinnamon Rolls
Last week I attended Knotts Berry Farm’s Boysenberry Festival media preview event. I absolutely love anything boysenberry flavored, so the event was not to be missed. While I was there, I was posting pictures of the scrumptious boysenberry themed desserts on my Instagram and Facebook feed. Little did I know, my husband and kids were…
Grapefruit Coconut Bars
Add a new twist on the classic lemon bar. These Grapefruit Coconut Bars are the perfect way to lighten up the day! For the last 4 weeks, I have pretty much been on house arrest with exception of the few hours it takes me everyday to drop off and pick up the kids. Four weeks…