Christmas morning brunch is probably one of my favorite meals of the year. My kids wake up early – of course – and my husband and I saunter downstairs as they excitedly peek at what Santa left for them. We pour our coffee and settle in as they unpack their stockings. While they set up …

We are in full holiday baking mode which means Christmas cookies are made around here on the daily. Sugar cookies. Chocolate cookies. Cutout cookies. Fancy cookies. Snowball cookies. You name it, we are making it. Making all the cookie recipes. December is my absolutely favorite baking month! WE ARE BAKING ALL THE THINGS. Today, I’m …

Sing it with me: It’s the mo-ost, wonderful time of the ye-e-e-e-ar. That’s right. It’s prime cookie time. Did you know holiday cookies don’t have calories? That’s right. I just made up that fact. But hey, indulge a little! Baking Christmas cookies is a really special tradition to me. I spent many long nights assisting …

I’m so excited to celebrate Christmas with my toddler twins this year, and to see them enjoy their gifts as big 2-year-old girls. It’s tricky coming up with Christmas gifts for 2-year-olds, especially two of them. I definitely want to choose items that they’ll love, will be worth the investment, won’t annoy me too much, …

Are the holidays really happening if you don’t have pecan pie at some point? Pecan pie is a must-have dessert in my house and we love it! This recipe takes it a step further by removing the corn syrup and replacing it with maple syrup for delicious pecan pie bars that the entire family will …

As the holiday season approaches, there’s no better way to embrace the spirit of gratitude and creativity than by engaging your little ones in some delightful Thanksgiving crafts. Crafting with toddlers not only sparks their imagination but also creates precious memories for the whole family. In this blog post, we’ve gathered a collection of Great …

I have a question.  Why does every recipe I pin lately only call for a ½ cup of pumpkin? Or, I guess the bigger question- why can I not buy a smaller can of pumpkin? I’m quick to write off a recipe that calls for an ingredient I don’t use often.  Call me stubborn, but …

Eating gluten free, or hosting a gluten free guest at your Thanksgiving dinner this year, does not mean you need to sacrifice flavor! Whether you are comfortable cooking gluten free or trying to accommodate someone else, these side dish recipes are all winners in my book. As Thanksgiving approaches, many hosts are presented with the …

Indulgence has a new name, and it’s Peanut Butter S’mores Six Layer Cookie Bars! In this delectable recipe, we’re about to embark on a sweet journey that will take your taste buds to new heights. Imagine layers of buttery graham cracker chocolate chip cookie, rich velvety chocolate, creamy peanut butter, crunchy graham crackers, fluffy marshmallows, …

As the crisp autumn air heralds the arrival of November, our thoughts naturally turn to the most anticipated feast of the year – Thanksgiving. This cherished holiday, steeped in tradition, gathers friends and family around tables laden with delectable dishes, each one symbolizing gratitude and togetherness. And what would Thanksgiving be without the grand finale, …

In case you hadn’t noticed the decorations that have been up in stores since August, I’d like to remind you that Halloween is just around the corner. Are you planning a Halloween party for your kids and their friends? It’s pretty easy to find great ideas for Halloween treats and snacks. Let me help you …

Halloween is my four year old son’s favorite holiday. It doesn’t matter if it’s October or not, any month of the year you can find him requesting to watch every Halloween movie ever made and every single week when we go to the library for new books, he always chooses Halloween books complete with monsters, witches, …