Holiday

The Crumbs Cupcake.

I’ve been a die-hard Crumbs Cupcake fan before it was trendy.  I always would hit up the store while in NYC or have my husband go for me if he was there on business.  It got to the point that my friends were waiting with bated breath when they knew I was coming home because … Continue Reading »

Cookie & Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Hummus.

  This was my inaugural recipe made in my new Magimix Compact 3200 xl and oh how I love it!  It is by far the quietest appliance in my kitchen.  Worked efficiently and is a stunner in my new kitchen.  Plus love that I can select which bowl I need to use v. just using … Continue Reading »

Cherry & Pistachio (red & green) Christmas Biscotti.

I make these red and green biscotti every Christmas.  I just love the red and green combination of the tart cherries and the green pistachios.  Biscotti are super easy to make, although take a bit of time because of the double baking.  But the end result is so worth it. My grandmother always used cornmeal … Continue Reading »

Red & Green Christmas Chobani.

Take one single serving of vanilla or plain Chobani.  Divide it in half placing each in a separate bowl.  Add either strawberries or raspberries (handful) into the one bowl.  Using a hand immersion blender, blend it until all of the berries are blended.  Then add kiwi (I used two) to the other bowl and repeat … Continue Reading »

Bacon Chocolate Chip Cookies topped with Sea Salt.

This could be the quintessential PMS cookie.  Salt, sugar… it’s perfection.  Even if you don’t suffer with that lovely disorder… anyone who loves bacon will be grabbing for one of these.  I don’t know why I thought it would be a great combo but it totally is and the smell is soooooo fabulous.  I ate … Continue Reading »

Peppermint Patty Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars.

Who doesn’t love peppermint?!  My kids LOVE it!  And tomorrow starts our first winter swim meet and I’m always baking like a madwoman to prepare.  The kids swim and they eat… this is what winter swim (and summer) is all about! Some healthy snacks and some decedent ones for post race celebration.  These are a … Continue Reading »

Strawberry Santa Hats.

I thought these would be a fun little snacks for kids or parties as Christmas is approaching.    Plus, let’s face it, they’re a bit healthier than the traditional Christmas cookies.  I made a batch of these for an after-school snack for my girls, I think they’ll love them! Ingredients: 1 package of strawberries 4-6 … Continue Reading »

Eggnog Bread with Rum Glaze.

    A friend just emailed me for this recipe and I thought I would add it quickly to my website.  I will be making this shortly for Christmas gifts for friends/neighbors (as well as taking better photos of it).  But for now, here are my not-so-fabulous pics of my very fabulous eggnog bread   … Continue Reading »

Double Chocolate Peppermint Biscotti.

  From the minute Thanksgiving is over I’m dreamily going through my days anticipating Christmas.  I know, most people are stressing, but I love this time of year.  Coincidentally, my birthday is very close, which only makes this time of year more fun for me!  I’ve been wanting to whip up my double chocolate peppermint … Continue Reading »

Eggnog Baked Donuts.

Okay I’m not a huge fan of Eggnog (to drink) but love it baked into treats, as a recent discovery.  These little treats pack a lovely subtle eggnog flavor and pair that up with a cinnamon sugar crust on the top… folks, this is holiday perfection! *Adaptation from Ina Garten. Ingredients: Baking spray with flour … Continue Reading »