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…
summer
Fresh Peach Pie
A buttery crust filled to the brim with peach slices and topped with creamy whipped cream equals Fresh Peach Pie perfection. This time of year, I just can’t get enough peaches. Peaches are one of my favorite foods, so I live for this time every year when they’re everywhere and at their peak freshness. I…
Fresh Blueberry Mojito
This Fresh Blueberry Mojito recipe is a refreshing cocktail that is full of flavor! Featuring fresh blueberries muddled with sugar, mint, and lime juice, this is a drink you’ll reach for time and time again. Don’t you just love a good fruity cocktail at the height of summer? Fruit is at its peak freshness and a cold…
Cherry Almond Tiramisu
The next time you see a cherry stand on the side of the road, stop and grab some then make this delicious Cherry Almond Tiramisu! A few weeks ago, my older son and I went on a mini vacation up to Northern California. We flew into San Fransisco, then drove North to Mendocino for a…
Strawberry Shortcake Ice Cream Bars + Video
Strawberry Shortcake Ice Cream Bars are a perfectly nostalgic summer dessert made with only 4 ingredients! Scroll down to see the video and just how easy it is to make! Summer is officially here! The days are long, our garden is bursting with veggies, summery cocktails are calling my name, and ice cream always sounds like…
Strawberry Basil Vodka Cocktail
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. The following content is intended for readers who are 21 or older. #CelebratorySips #AbsolutAmerica #CollectiveBias This crisp and fresh Strawberry Basil Vodka Cocktail will be the perfect drink to sit back and relax on a hot summer day….
Strawberry Angel Food Cake
Strawberry Angel Food Cake is a light cake layered with whipped cream and fresh strawberries. It’s the perfect summer dessert! If you’re looking for a light and easy dessert to take to summer gatherings, this Strawberry Angel Food Cake is it! Light, delicate, and moist homemade angel food cake is layered with whipped cream and…
Lattice Strawberry-Rhubarb Pie
With a buttery crust and a sweet-tart filling, this Lattice Strawberry-Rhubarb Pie will be the perfect dessert for your summer cookout. If you’re craving a sweet treat, you will absolutely love a slice of this Lattice Strawberry-Rhubarb Pie, especially when served with an equally delicious scoop of vanilla bean ice cream. For me, Strawberry-Rhubarb Pie is…
Coconut Iced Coffee- with Dunkin’ Donuts Cold Brew Coffee
Want to make the perfect cold brew coffee at home? I’ll show you how in this post, plus I’ll share my recipe for Coconut Iced Coffee! This post is sponsored by © The J.M. Smucker Company © 2017. DD IP Holder LLC, however all opinions are 100% my own. I don’t know about you, but mornings are pretty…
Mexican Shrimp Ceviche Recipe- Aguachiles de Camarón
Celebrate the warm weather with this deliciously fresh appetizer! This Mexican Shrimp Ceviche recipe has all the wonderful flavors of spring and summer. The warm weather has arrived! You know what that means — time to make all the light, refreshing dishes and then head outside to enjoy them under the beautiful sunny skies and…
Watermelon and Mint Margarita- with Video
Looking for the perfect warm-weather drink? Cool off with this Watermelon and Mint Margarita! We’ve finally entered margarita weather here in San Diego (aka my favorite time of year)! My rule of thumb is if it’s over 60 degrees, it’s officially margarita weather. Some may say margaritas require at least 70 (or maybe 80) degrees,…
Fig Baked Brie in Puff Pastry
Thank you JaM Cellars for sponsoring this post. Looking for Butter Chardonnay or JaM Cabernet near you? Check out our Store Locator! Just pop in your zip code. So if you have not figured it out by now, I kind have a thing for butter. While I may not eat it whole and plain, I…
White Chocolate Cherry Cookie Ice Cream Sandwiches
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #SoHoppinGood #BlueBunny #CollectiveBias Cool off with these delicious white chocolate cherry cookie ice cream sandwiches that are filled with cherry cheesecake ice cream! Have you guys seen the memes be circulating on Facebook of kid’s First Day of…
Sprinkle Sugar Cookies- The Lemonade Stand Cookbook
These Sprinkle Sugar Cookies from The Lemonade Stand Cookbook by Kathy Strahs are not only easy for kids to make, but fun and delicious! This summer has been a whirlwind of activities. Early on this Spring, my cheap financially responsible Swiss (to put it in perspective) husband made the executive decision that we remain local this…
Bourbon Peach Streusel Cupcakes
Celebrate the last bit of summer with these delicious Bourbon Peach Streusel Cupcakes. Delicate peach slices and rich bourbon are the star of this cupcake! With the last bit of summer dwindling away, I am grasping for all the stone fruit to make just a few more delicious recipes. Although I don’t come from the South,…
Black Lentil Rice Quinoa Salad
This Black Lentil Rice and Quinoa Salad is rich in antioxidants and flavor. It is a great healthy lunch or snack and a perfect alternative to potato salad. Having just returned home from vacation, my family and I came to a harsh realization that we cannot handle multiple nights of restaurant food. Despite the mass…
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…
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…
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…
Stone Fruit Cobbler
The bees have been extraordinarily good to us this year by pollinating almost every flower on our fruit trees, thus making for an abundant harvest. I have so many nectarines, apricots, and peaches that I am having a hard time using up. Even at Ben has spent countless hours and the base of the trunk…
