It's winter on the farm here in Virginia, and when I say it's cold, I mean "your-coffee-freezes-before-you-finish-it" cold. The roads are iced over, Matty's on a school delay, and the well-water filtration system? Oh yeah, that's busted too. Life's messy, but the one thing keeping us warm-besides five layers of clothes-is this Chunky Split Pea...
Fall is officially here, and that means it's time for pumpkin everything! Whether you're a pumpkin latte lover or you live for pumpkin pie, I've got a new pumpkin favorite for you: Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Waffles. These waffles bring together the rich, cozy flavors of pumpkin with the indulgent sweetness of chocolate chips-making them the...
Dive into the creamy, dreamy world of cinnamon roll ice cream-an easy, no-churn delight that combines the warm, comforting flavors of your favorite breakfast treat with the refreshing coolness of ice cream. This indulgent recipe promises a fuss-free dessert experience, making it the perfect addition to your culinary repertoire. Here's how to whip up this...
Note: What I am about to share with you is deeply personal, a reflection of my military family healing journey that has both broken and built me in ways I could never have anticipated. It's a story that, until now, I've only shared in pieces, always mindful of the delicate balance between vulnerability and strength....
A wildflower smash cake perfectly captures nature's spontaneous beauty, representing resilience, freedom, and new beginnings. The vibrant hues of wildflowers and their dance with the wind symbolize hope and the wild spirit in all of us. It was only fitting that such a cake became the centerpiece for little Aspen's first birthday celebration. The Inspiration...
This small batch recipe for gluten-free Pumpkin Cookies makes cookies that are soft, sweet, and full of warm spices. The coconut sugar perfectly complements the pumpkin, creating the ultimate fall treat and can be easily doubled. Why I Love These Gluten Free Fall Cookies These healthy cookies are like little pieces of Fall in a...
Pumpkin pie trifle is a cool and creamy spin on a classic Fall dessert. With alternating layers of thick pumpkin pudding and fluffy whipped cream, this pie-inspired dessert is easier to make than a traditional pie but is just as tasty and comforting! Why I Love this Easy Pumpkin Cream Trifle Who doesn't love a...
Apple Pie Pancakes are an easy way to add some fun Fall festivity to breakfast time! Packed with sweet and tangy applesauce and warm spices, these moist and flavorful pancakes are sure to bring a sense of coziness to any crisp fall morning. Why I Love These Easy Apple Pancakes Want a quick and easy...
I'm so excited to participate in this Valentine's event (again). This is the sixth year of our event and we want to continue to make a difference in the fight against pediatric cancer. (Side note: Did you see my Peanut Butter Snickerdoodles from last year? SO GOOD.) Cancer is the #1 cause of death of...
Decadent, rich, and delicious homemade hot chocolate by JavaCupcake.com
Have you ever sat at a bar, reached over and grabbed a couple bright red, dripping in juice maraschino cherries to munch on? These preserved cherries are the perfect fruit for making maraschino cherry quick bread as they are full of flavor! Did you know the original maraschino cherries - sour marascas preserved in their own liqueur - are...
I'm so excited to participate in this Valentine's event (again). This is the fifth year for our event and we want to continue to make a difference in the fight against pediatric cancer. Cancer is the #1 cause of death of children by disease in the U.S. There are 40,000 U.S. children actively battling cancer...
Celebrate the Easter season with your family by making these adorable Easter Cupcakes.
Watercolor art is a very powerful way to express your feelings. In this post, you will learn how to make a Watercolor Cake that will encourage you to tap into your inner artist in order to create an edible masterpiece! When I started out making this cake, I began with a color palette of teal,...
This post is sponsored by the © J.M. Smucker Company, all opinions are my own. The rich aroma of coffee paired with delicate scent of spices will fill your kitchen with warmth and your heart with joy when enjoy this Dunkin' Donuts® Spiced Gingerbread Coffee. Summer has come to an end in my house. Fall...
Don't wait hours for soup to be ready! This recipe Instant Pot Soup with Pork, Smoked Sausage and Beans is ready in 45 minutes and is the perfect dinner on a cozy fall night!
This post is sponsored by Mattel. All opinions are my own. Reward your kids who do their chores by letting them pick out their favorite Disney-Pixar cars toys at Walmart and a Cars 3 Play Date! What kid likes to do chores? My kids certainly do not. I definitively do not like chores either. However,...
The marriage of crisp almonds and chewy cake bring these Swedish Visiting Cake Bars to life making them a classically delicious dessert!
These uncomplicated Back to School Pencil Pops are a delicious treat to kick off the school year! Back to School season is always exciting in my family. My kids LOVE going back to school and seeing their friends and getting back into the swing of things. This year, however, the weather still feels like it's...
Creamy vanilla pudding layered with shortbread cookies and bananas paired with Malibu and Jameson makes this Boozy Banana Pudding the perfect grown-up treat! I've never made homemade Boozy Banana Pudding before. To be honest, I did not really think it was a thing that people did because all I knew was those little pudding mix...
Food has always been a big part of American culture. Peanut butter is one of those foods that have been around for a long time and is loved by many. It's perfect for school lunches, or as an afternoon snack. But how did peanut butter come about? Peanut butter was first created in the late...
Need a dessert to bring to your 4th of July party? This simply delicious Patriotic Sugar Cookie Cake made white chocolate chips and red, white and blue sprinkles is the perfect Independence Day dessert! This year I'm hosing a HUGE July 4th Celebration at the Armed Forces Retirement Home in Washington, DC. I'm expecting about...
Life has been so super duper chaotic lately. If you've been following me on Instagram or Facebook you'll see that I have been super quiet there. These adorable lamb cookies make me happy and I really hope you love them too. In early April, I was in a massive (for me) car accident where I was...
I am so EXCITED about this Dog Tag Bakery Brownie! It's been four years in the making for Dog Tag Bakery to reach this level of national success. Founded in 2014 by Fr. Rick Curry, SJ and Ms. Constance Milstein, Dog Tag Inc. was born out of the shared conviction that no veteran, military spouse,...
This post has been sponsored by Coffee-mate® Creamer. All thoughts and opinions are my own. cake on a stand in a kitchen" data-pin-description="Mocha Cookies and Cream Cake is rich layers of chocolate cake infused with espresso filled with creamy chocolate sandwich cookie buttercream all topped with chocolate ganache! | The JavaCupcake Blog https://javacupcake.com #sponsored @Walmart"...
Fresh berries, biscuits, and cream layered together make this French-inspired Raspberry Tiramisu recipe an instant classic sure to please! This post and recipe was created for #EasterSweetsWeek. I was sent samples by some of the sponsor companies but as always opinions are 100% mine. My good friend and photographer Fanette is French... and with her comes...
When we think of French desserts, we usually imagine fancy pâtisseries with pyramids of pastel-colored macarons and glossy fruit tarts. But when the French bake at home, they keep it simple. This French Apple Tarte is simply delicious. This post and recipe was created for #EasterSweetsWeek. I was sent samples by some of the sponsor...
My New Year's resolution was to make healthier life choices, but in small, manageable places. The first new choice I made was to change my breakfast from sugar cereal topped with berries to a protein rich oatmeal topped with berries. If you've never tried homemade oatmeal, consider my recipe for Overnight Oatmeal in a Jar. ...
This sophisticated Hazelnut Fig Cake is gently spiced, full of flavors including dried figs, fresh figs and dark brown muscovado sugar, and is finished with a decadent fig cream cheese icing. You don't want to miss out on this cake! It was last fall when I was first introduced to dried figs. I was enjoying...
Using whole wheat flour, seeds, and oil, this "healthyish" Banana Nut Bread is a guilt-free alternative to a traditional banana bread recipe. I was provided products from OXO for this post, however all the opinions are my own. When I started writing this post, I got to thinking about how many different banana bread recipes...
Looking for something a little less tradition for Valentine's Day? Try these super adorable Valentine's Day Cat & Fish Cookies made with sugar cookies and buttercream! I have no reason for making these Valentine's Day Cat & Fish Cookies other than I fell in love with the cookie cutters when I saw them. I mean, fishies and...
Show those around you that you love them by making and sharing these deliciously adorable Valentine's Day Sugar Cookies. Photos by: Frenchly Photography It seems as though every holiday my go-to treat to make has become sugar cookies. I find myself looking for new cookie cutters every time I go to the store, hungry for...
Sometimes without warning, life can become incredibly busy and chaotic causing stress not only on your day, but on your body as well. Using these 4 Ways to Decompress a Stressful Day will help you unwind, regroup, and regain focus. Photos by the uber-talented Frenchly Photography. My personal life has had it's share of ups...
Simple to make, this overnight oatmeal in a jar is a healthy, delicious breakfast that is easily customized for any taste for the busy woman who wants to fuel her body for a fantastically productive day! In my quest to live a healthier life in 2018, I enlisted the help of a health coach, Eleanor Duelley...
I usually only make apple pie during the holiday season. It's one of those desserts that is really so simple to make, but is a huge crowd-pleaser. One of the tools I use to make this apple pie so easy to make is an apple-peeler-corer-slicer! The one I have is from Pampered Chef, however I've...
This simple, buttery, flaky pie crust is the foundation for every perfect pie I make. It's tender, easy to roll, and-best of all-made entirely with butter. Once you try it, it'll be your go-to recipe forever. The golden foundation of every great pie. Why this crust works All butter, no shortcuts: Pure flavor and perfect...
This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Bob's Red Mill.Simple, buttery, and delicious, these shortbread cookies made with Bob's Red Mill all-purpose flour are the best treat to make for the holiday season! I love giving the gift of baked goods, especially shortbread cookies. There is just something special about a...
Looking for something different to serve at your next football party? Make this Brown Sugar Cinnamon Cream Cheese Fruit Dip... it's sure to be a crowd pleaser! There isn't much to say about this fruit dip other than it is DELICIOUS. I won't bore you with a long, drawn out story about where the recipe...
TThe simplest recipes sometimes make the best recipes and that's no exception for these delicious Peanut Butter Cupcakes!
Tart and sweet is the perfect combination of flavors to make small batch Rhubarb Strawberry Jam out of this world delicious! There is just something about fresh fruit and making jam that I just can't get enough of. Especially as summer is winding down, I love pulling out a jar of homemade jam from the...
Celebrate the super hero in your life with these easy to make Wonder Woman Cookies! A few months ago, one of my clients for my consulting business asked if I would make custom Wonder Woman Cookies for an upcoming fundraiser for their colleague who is battling cancer. Of course I said yes! Immediately, I got to...