What epitomizes American tradition more than the American flag and Southern nostalgia? This 4th of July, I’m reviving a recipe from my childhood: Pretzel Salad. The name always puzzled me—it contains pretzels but no actual salad; instead, it’s a dessert, though some might argue for eating dessert first! Personally, I’d embrace that philosophy wholeheartedly if…
Easy Peanut Butter Cookies
Summer often brings spontaneous BBQs and last-minute gatherings. As the designated baker among my friends and family, I’m always tasked with providing dessert. When these events pop up unexpectedly, or when I haven’t had time to grocery shop, I rely on my easy peanut butter cookies. These cookies are incredibly simple and quick to make,…
Lemon Sugar Cookies with Lemon Frosting
Everyone LOVES lemon, especially in the spring and summer. I made these cookies for my fellow teachers to celebrate Easter and our upcoming Spring Break. While I enjoy a good lemon cookie, adding lemon frosting makes these cookies absolutely irresistible. They have quickly become one of my favorite treats to both make and eat. My…
Easy Peach Cinnamon Rolls
Hailing from Georgia, known as the peach state of the South, there’s no better way to infuse a dish with Southern charm than by adding fresh peaches. Cinnamon rolls evoke nostalgic memories of lazy Sunday mornings from childhood, where Mom’s loving effort was taken for granted until you learned just how much went into making…
Strawberry Cheesecake Cake
For my friend’s birthday this year, she requested a special cake combining strawberry shortcake and cheesecake. Here’s what I created for her celebration: Cheesecake can be quite challenging to make, so instead of a traditional recipe, I developed a faux cheesecake filling that pairs perfectly with a simple vanilla cake. While baking a vanilla cake…
The Ultimate Cheesecake Recipe
The Ultimate Cheesecake Recipe (No Water Bath Required!) I’m thrilled to share this incredible cheesecake recipe with you today! After stumbling upon a similar one on Pinterest, I tweaked it to suit my preferences. Making cheesecakes used to be a hassle for me – the long process and risk of water bath mishaps made it…