Lemon cream cheese frosting made with real lemons and lemon curd for a light, tangy, smooth topping that’s perfect for cakes and cupcakes. This lemon cream cheese frosting combines cold Philadelphia cream cheese, chilled heavy cream, sifted powdered sugar, and thick lemon curd for a creamy, stable frosting with a bright citrus profile. It’s my … Read more

Lavender Extract is simple to make and adds a delicate floral note to everything from milk teas to scones. Ideal for baking, this homemade extract uses just two ingredients and brings authentic lavender flavor to cakes and cookies. If you enjoy making extracts at home, try other flavors like Earl Grey for a different twist … Read more

Cream scones with strawberry jam Northern California is a remarkable place to call home, offering a wide range of landscapes and activities within a short drive. In just a few hours you can explore San Francisco’s landmarks, stroll along the coast, fish in a river, hike among towering redwoods, ski on snow or water, or … Read more

Jump to Recipe These Coffee Cake Cookies are irresistible: soft, large cinnamon cookies filled with streusel and finished with a vanilla glaze so they taste just like coffee cake. Imagine your favorite coffee cake transformed into a cookie — warm, tender, and packed with cozy flavor. This recipe uses simple pantry staples and is easy … Read more

Week 33 Summary Notes for this week Leftover barbecue roasted chicken from Day 3 is used for the Barbecue Chicken Pizza on Day 5. Plan portions accordingly—consider doubling the roast if you want extra leftovers. If your frozen cooked ground beef supply is low, make extra when preparing Day 4’s Quick & Easy Mexican Style … Read more

“When you want something you’ve never had, you have to do something you’ve never done.” If you’ve explored my blog, you know I have an almost unhealthy love for anything gooey, syrupy, or flowy. The messier and squishier a chocolate dessert, the better. So when I first read about dulce de leche molten cakes, I … Read more

Have you ever wondered whether common household cleaners are gluten-free — detergents, soaps, sprays — and whether it matters? It’s a question worth considering, and I decided to tackle it during a particularly hectic holiday season. Are Your Household Cleaners Gluten Free? Does It Matter? The holidays are busy for everyone. Now that January is … Read more

These tiramisu trifles in mason jars are a compact, portable version of a classic tiramisu trifle. This recipe makes six pint-sized mason jars and uses just ten ingredients. Layers of espresso‑dipped ladyfingers, silky mascarpone cream and a cloud of whipped cream dusted with cocoa combine for a delightful individual dessert that’s easy to share and … Read more

If you’ve ever wanted a brownie turned into a cake, try this Chocolate Fudge Cake. It combines the dense, fudgy crumb of a brownie with a glossy, poured fudge frosting. The cake is incredibly moist, easy to make, and satisfies any chocolate craving. This brownie-like cake is an extra-moist chocolate cake topped with a thin, … Read more

My friend Adrianna from Hey June and Crafterhours sent me the digital pattern for the Narita Dress a few months ago. I finally had time to sew it last week, and I’m completely in love with how it turned out. My daughter Addison has become a dress-lover — she practically lives in them. This Narita … Read more