I am exhausted. I went to the grocery store the other day, and had all this baking shit to buy. The shopping basket was overflowing. I got half way through my shopping, and decided I couldn't carrying anything else, so I went home. Does that ever happen to you? Like, I just no longer had the… Continue reading Butterfinger Cheesecake
Sugar Cookies and Christmastime
The Christmas season is usually one of my favorite times of the year. It's not too cold out yet, and there is usually a light layer of fluffy white snow, covering all the ugly, brown plants. I love the cozy nights indoors, drinking hot chocolate, and watching Elf. It's basically an introvert's dream - I'm pretty much… Continue reading Sugar Cookies and Christmastime
Pumpkin Cupcakes with Maple Cream Cheese Frosting
Is there anything better than pumpkin cake? I think it's better than all the other pumpkin desserts. It might even be better than a pumpkin spice latte. I found this recipe a few years ago, and it has become somewhat of a tradition at this point. I make it every year for Thanksgiving, and sometimes… Continue reading Pumpkin Cupcakes with Maple Cream Cheese Frosting
Apple Pie
I always bring the apple pie for Thanksgiving - or I have for the last 3 years. I'm the baker - it's my job. However, I've been cheating. I've been buying frozen pie crust, because I was scared to make it from scratch. It's not my fault - my mom repeatedly told me it was… Continue reading Apple Pie
Cranberry Jam and Alone Time
I have a long standing tradition of taking myself on dates. I will randomly feel the need to take a break from socializing, and honor my introvert by simply spending the day/afternoon/evening alone, doing all my favorite things. Today was that day. I went to two yoga classes - one taught by the person that… Continue reading Cranberry Jam and Alone Time
Tiny Ass Kitchen 