9 Basic Tools You Need to Make Macarons
Macarons are, in my opinion, one of the most technical and challenging recipes that a home baker can make. It can take years to master the technique to consistently make perfect macarons. But before you can begin mastering them, you…
10 Christmas Cookies to Make with Family
Christmas and cookies go together like peas and carrots, butter and toast, or chocolate and peanut butter. Every family has their own list of Christmas cookies to enjoy each year. Let me broaden your cookie horizons with these 10 Christmas…
5 of the Best Baking Books for Home Bakers
“Baking” covers such a wide range of recipes and techniques that require skill and knowledge to master. If you are a home baker who wants to learn how to do it all (like me!), it helps to have some high…
Do I Really Need A Stand Mixer?
Whether you are a home baker that bakes all of the time, or you’re just starting to get into a new hobby, you are bound to run into this one question. Do I need a stand mixer? Like, really? Is…
5 Food Blogs You Should Subscribe To
I love discovering new recipes and new baking bloggers that are pure gold. Over the years, I’ve found there are some blogs that I kept coming back to time and time again. So I subscribed! No one wants to subscribe…
Almond Pecan Spice Muffins
Muffins, like these Almond Pecan Spice Muffins, are crazy easy to make. Any beginner baker can whip up a batch of light, fluffy muffins. Enjoy them with breakfast, brunch, or as a snack. This recipe uses pantry staples, so it…
7 Reasons You Can’t Make a Perfect Cake
It is completely possible for any home baker to bake a perfect cake. But there are also plenty of ways to end up with a blunder along the way. I’ve made a ton of cakes over the past few years…
How to Make a Wafer Paper Ranunculus
Let me show you an easy way to make a wafer paper ranunculus! This wafer paper flower is simple to make, but looks absolutely stunning. In no time, you’ll feel confident adding wafer paper flowers to your cakes like a…
Lavender and Honey Macarons
Lavender and honey macarons are full of subtle flavors. Floral notes from the dried lavender buds will transport you to the famous lavender fields of Provence. The warm sweetness of honey will make you feel the lazy summer sun, even…
How to Make a Simple Wafer Paper Rose
There are several different ways to create beautiful, edible flowers to crown your beautifully baked cakes. In the past, I’ve tackled gum paste peonies, but today, we’re tackling an even easier technique. You’re going to learn how to make a…
My personal baking journey… mishaps and all
