Spring has arrived, and that means strawberry season is upon us. The first fruit to ripen, strawberries are known as “the taste of spring.” And I for one couldn’t agree more! And this Strawberry Skillet Cake is the perfect way to enjoy the delicious bounty. Here in Southern California, April is when the strawberry harvest…
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Chocolate Easter Cake
Showstopping Chocolate Easter Cake is the perfect centerpiece for your Easter table! April is when we truly get to welcome in the spring. The grass is growing, flowers are blooming and birds are chirping. And with Easter Sunday as the official holiday of spring, I can’t think of a better way to celebrate the season…
Fig Hummingbird Cake
This post has been sponsored by Valley Fig Growers, however all opinions are 100% my own. With the addition of rich, sweet California figs, this recipe puts a spin on the classic Hummingbird Cake. A lovely ending to any springtime meal, Hummingbird Cake is also a perfect Easter dessert. In case you all haven’t noticed,…
Lemon Meringue Pie Bars
Lemon Meringue Pie Bars are everything you love about classic lemon meringue pie, packed in a convenient cookie bar form. Lemon Meringue Pie Bars are a great way to indulge your craving for sweet and tart lemon meringue pie. Lovely to look at and packed with tons of flavor, these portable cookie bars feature: a…
Caramel Apple Pie Cake
What happens when you have a craving for apple pie, but feel like baking a cake instead? You combine the best of both worlds! This amazing Caramel Apple Pie Cake serves up the classic All-American flavors of caramel apples and apple pie in the form of a moist and airy layer cake. This post has…
Raspberry Lemon Pound Cake
Mornings just got a little brighter, thanks to this delectably sweet Raspberry Lemon Pound Cake. Just the thing to serve with your morning cup of joe, this recipe features buttery pound cake, fresh juicy raspberries and tart lemon zest. It really is a perfect slice of spring! Why is it Called Pound Cake? Pound cake…
Tahini Chocolate Chip Cookies
Think outside the box (or cookie jar) and make a batch of these Tahini Chocolate Chip Cookies. Love peanut putter chocolate chip cookies? While delicious, they are soooo last year. These Tahini Chocolate Chip Cookies are destined to be the NBT (next big thing) in cookie baking! What is Tahini? Tahini is a condiment made…
Best Homemade Pizookie
This recipe for the Best Homemade Pizookie is every bit as delectable as the infamous restaurant favorite. Not only is the word pizookie fun to say, making your very own homemade pizookie is quick, easy and a whole lot of fun! What is a Pizookie? If you aren’t familiar with the pizookie, it is a pizza-sized…
Layered Coffee Cake with Mascarpone Frosting
This post has been sponsored by Seattle’s Best Coffee. All thoughts and opinions are my own. As a mom of 3, I really need that morning cup of coffee. In fact, there really aren’t many things I look forward to more than my morning joe. But a slice of this irresistible Layered Coffee Cake with Mascarpone Frosting…
Blood Orange Angel Food Cake Roll
This Angel Food Cake Roll is the perfect spring dessert. It features a light and airy angel food cake and creamy blood orange curd filling. Topped with candied blood orange slices, this is a delectable fruit dessert that makes a truly stunning presentation. What is a Blood Orange? The blood orange is a variety of…
Berry Zebra Cake with Berry Buttercream Frosting
Light and pretty, this Berry Zebra Cake with Berry Buttercream Frosting just seems to say “welcome spring!” Featuring delectable swirls of yellow and berry cake with an airy and sweet triple berry buttercream layer, Berry Zebra Cake is an indulgent treat that is not too heavy or intense. I happen to think that layer cakes are…
Guinness Beer Bread
Fresh, homemade bread. There is nothing quite like the taste of that very first slice when it is still warm from the oven. And the comforting, heavenly aroma that fills the house while it’s baking. Someone should bottle that scent and sell it! (actually, I’m sure someone already has). Unfortunately as busy mom of 3…
Strawberry Hand Pies
Strawberry Hand Pies are crispy and flaky on the outside and sweet and creamy on the inside. Enjoy delicious fresh strawberry pie, no utensils required! As a mom of 3, there are certain land mines you learn to avoid. One of the biggest in my house is the “who got the bigger slice” debate. No…
Chocolate Hazelnut Caramel Tart
Celebrate this Valentine’s Day in style by serving up this utterly sophisticated Chocolate Hazelnut Caramel Tart. With a delectable chocolate shortbread crust, luscious caramel filling, toasted hazelnuts, and decadent chocolate ganache, this Chocolate Hazelnut Caramel Tart truly is the ultimate indulgence. I happen to think that chocolate and caramel is such a divine pairing. And…
Heart Brownie Cake
To me, nothing says Valentine’s Day like hearts, chocolate and roses. And that is exactly why I am planning to celebrate this special day with this stunning Heart Brownie Cake. Rich, decadent and chocolately, this heart-shaped brownie cake is topped with a beautiful rose-inspired cream cheese frosting. And while piping the rose pattern may seem…
Valentine’s Day on a Budget
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #dothe99 #99obsessed #CollectiveBias I love Valentine’s Day. What’s better than an entire day dedicated to love? And since I love any excuse to host a party, this year I am planning a Valentine’s Day party to celebrate all…
Dark Chocolate Cake with Chocolate Ganache Frosting
Chocolate lovers, this is the recipe for you! This Dark Chocolate Cake with Chocolate Ganache Frosting is so rich and so decadent it will satisfy even the most die hard chocoholics. I think we can all agree that it’s not really a celebration unless there is cake. And in my house, chocolate cake is what…
Chocolate Chip Zucchini Muffins + Video
These moist Chocolate Chip Zucchini Muffins are made from a simple recipe that sneaks in some veggies without sacrificing flavor! Spring is almost here (in California at least) and I am pretty much ready for it! Bring on the warmer weather, fresh garden, and beach days! Until then, I’m baking up a few healthy treats…
Brown Sugar Walnut Shortbread Cookies
I think that slice and bake cookies are the best thing since…well, sliced bread. There is something so satisfying about slicing through the dough and creating those perfectly shaped discs. But These Brown Sugar Walnut Shortbread Cookies give you delicious homemade flavor, with just 4 simple ingredients and only 10 minutes of prep time! Why…
Orange Champagne Cake- An Elegant Party Cake
Orange Champagne Cake is an elegant dessert with baked-in orange peel specks, a lemon curd filling, and champagne buttercream frosting. This cake has serious party potential. New Year’s parties, bridal showers, wedding showers, engagement parties — Orange Champagne Cake is perfect for any occasion that calls for an elegant and unforgettable dessert. It looks like…
