Author: Lena B.
Chocolate Chip Bacon Marshmallow Cookies (CBM Cookies)
I will be coming up with a shorter, catchier name for these chocolate chip, bacon, and marshmallow cookies as soon as possible (CBM cookies for now), but it needed to be shared NOW. These only became a thing because I recently learned to make marshmallows from scratch a few days ago. In my search to…
Carrot Cake with Cheesecake Filling and Brown Butter Glaze
This decadent carrot cake with cheesecake filling is a bundt cake combines the best of both worlds: a moist, flavorful carrot cake made with carrot puree, stuffed with a creamy cheesecake filling, and topped with a rich brown butter cream cheese glaze and citrus-roasted walnuts and pecans. It’s perfect for a special occasion or when…
Gluten-Free Vegan Sweet Potato Brownies
No, I’m not vegan and I am grateful to not be forced into any sort of “alternative” diet, but I do like to dabble and hopefully provide some fun and delicious options for those of you who are/do. If you’re like me, you aren’t immediately sold on the rich, fudginess of a gluten-free vegan sweet…
Strawberry Bacon and Onion Jam
I’ve been thinking about biscuits lately (which isn’t really new), and something occurred to me. Biscuits are delicious on their own, but they really shine with the perfect condiments and toppings. So I’m going to do a more intentional job of sharing some of my favorite biscuit additions. Then, even if you want to grab…
Finding My Way Back to the Kitchen: Checking In After Some Time Away
Hey, y’all! It’s been a minute, hasn’t it? Over 3.5 months, to be exact. And in all honesty, it feels both like no time at all and also like I’ve been away forever. But today, I’m finally sitting down to check in with all of you and share what’s been on my heart, where I’ve…
Red Velvet Cheesecake Brownies
Red velvet cake is a staple for Juneteenth celebrations, but this year I wanted something a little different. These red velvet cheesecake brownies have the red velvet cake flavor, the fudginess of a brownie, and the tart creaminess of the cream cheese frosting. Your grocery list Dairy Unsalted butter Cream cheese (either full-fat or…
