M&M Kit Kat Funfetti Birthday Cake

OK, here is my tip for the day – If you ever make a layer cake and the layers don’t turn out great for whatever reason, DO NOT THROW THEM AWAY!!!  You can find a way to still use them and pictured above is one of the ways. I baked some funfetti layers of cake … Continue reading

Butterbeer Cupcakes

I made my friend Tami these Butterbeer Cupcakes for her birthday.  I’ve only had butterbeer at The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Studios Hollywood one time and it was divine!  These cupcakes were really good and were similar to what I remember the butterbeer tasting like.  Might have to try some other recipes … Continue reading

Doughnut Hole Kabobs

I just have to share this super cute idea that I saw all over on Pinterest and decided to make for the bridal shower.  Aren’t they so cute and easy and yummy?  Who doesn’t love doughnut holes? premade doughnut holes from the grocery store, whatever flavor you like and however many you need to feed … Continue reading

Sparkling Citrus Punch

Easy peasy lemon sueezy punch recipe! 52 oz cold Simply Lemonade 52 oz cold Simply Limeade 2 liter cold bottle of Sprite or 7Up sliced lemons and limes, seeded ice Combine all ingredients in punch bowl and party on! recipe from The Frugal Girls

Amish Friendship Muffins

My daughter Courtney and I hosted a bridal shower last night for our good friend Sam so I decided to make these muffins since she was going to be surrounded by friends at the shower.  They were delicious. muffins 1/2 cup butter, softened 1 cups sugar 1 egg 1 teaspoon vanilla 1 cup buttermilk 2 … Continue reading

One Sweet Festival Review

My daughter Courtney and I went to the One Sweet Festival last week and had a great time.  I would like to have sampled every vendor there but both my wallet and my waistline prevented me from doing so.  Nevertheless, we did do some sampling so away we go! We started off with a free … Continue reading

Lemon Zucchini Cake

Zucchini season is almost over people, I think we’re going to make it!  I made this cake for my friend Kent who gave me air conditioning at work in the most improbable situation so I promised him cake.  Thanks Kent! cake 1 1/2 cups sugar 3/4 cup canola oil 3 eggs 1 tablespoon lemon zest … Continue reading

Death By Chocolate Zucchini Bread

But, on the upside, you would die happy and full of chocolate! 1/2 cup melted butter 1 cup sugar 2 eggs 1 teaspoon vanilla 3/4 cup cocoa 1 teaspoon baking soda 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 cup flour 2 cups grated zucchini 1 cup chocolate chips 1  Preheat oven to 350.  … Continue reading