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Oatmeal Cookie Wedges with Cinnamon & Chocolate Chips

Posted on September 30, 2015

Chewy oatmeal cookie bars filled with cinnamon and chocolate chips then drizzled with extra chocolate make a delicious and pretty party treat. It’s so exciting when one of my friends publishes a cookbook! And in the world of blog friends, it seems to be happening more and more often. Lucky for me, my friend Miriam…

Healthy Apple Cinnamon Muffins

Posted on September 28, 2015

A kid-friendly breakfast or snack, these healthy apple muffins are made with whole wheat flour and naturally sweetened! When I think back to the first month after L was born, it comes back as a haze. Of course I remember the unbelievable sense of contentment I got when I’d snuggle on the couch with L…

Keep It Sweet Desserts Weekly Wrap-up 9/26/15

Posted on September 26, 2015

Having a holiday on Wednesday made this the weirdest week but a good one! Last weekend we actually got to see a lot of friends we hadn’t seen in a while which was such a treat. Between an afternoon at the park, brunch in the city and dinner at our friends’ brand new house, L…

One Bowl Pumpkin Blondies

Posted on September 24, 2015

Amazing pumpkin blondies that are easy to make. With chewy centers and crispy crackly tops, you will love this one-bowl dessert. My sister's engagement party is just a couple of weeks away and I'm so excited! It feels like a big kick off to about a year of celebrations. Of course for her shower and…

Chocolate Pound Cake with Peanut Butter Whipped Cream

Posted on September 21, 2015

Rich dark chocolate pound cake topped with creamy, light and delicious peanut butter whipped cream. I have to be honest, when I first made this recipe, I was nervous that it wouldn’t meet my high expectations for dessert, but I was proved wrong. That says a lot because finding a chocolate cake that can stand…

Keep It Sweet Desserts Weekly Wrap-up 9/19/15

Posted on September 19, 2015

Thanks to the holidays, this past week just flew by! We had a great time celebrating Matt’s birthday last weekend (dinner, by the way, was good but not amazing) and now Matt and I are just regretting that his birthday cake (recipe to come) is all gone. Let’s just say that there was a lot…

Mini Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies

Posted on September 18, 2015

These are the perfect pumpkin cookie. Crispy edges, chewy middle and lots of chocolate chips! We are getting closer to L’s birthday, just under a month to go. In fact, I can see so many ways he is now transitioning from baby to toddler (insert many, many tears). There’s the way he arches his back…

Chocolate Covered Peanut Butter Ritz Sandwiches

Posted on September 16, 2015

A no-bake treat that every kid and adult will love, these chocolate covered peanut butter Ritz sandwiches are almost too good to be true! These hardly need any explanation or recipe. Except, they kind of do. This past spring in Florida, when I took a brief break from eating Kilwins’ ice cream, I picked up…

Keep It Sweet Desserts Weekly Wrap-up 9/12/15

Posted on September 12, 2015

First of all, HAPPY BIRTHDAY to my amazing husband! We will be celebrating today for sure. We kicked things off last night with a family dinner at the diner and then cookie baking courtesy of DŌ (classic chocolate chip FTW). Today, Matt wants to take L to the driving range and I’m sure we will…

Keeping it Sweet with DO Cookie Dough

Posted on September 11, 2015

An interview with Kristen Tomlan of Cookie DO NYC! A few weeks ago I had the opportunity to meet Kristen, the smart, creative and very sweet owner of DŌ. I was so impressed with her, the company, and the sample she brought me (cake batter!), that I asked if she would send me some additional…

Vegan Apple Cake

Posted on September 9, 2015

A healthier spin on the classic apple dessert, this cake does not disappoint. No mixer needed for this apple cake! I’m pretty lucky that any photos of this cake exist. I baked it one morning while L was napping and then was setting up my shoot that afternoon while he decided that an afternoon nap…

30 Fun After-School Snacks For Kids

Posted on September 7, 2015

30 fun after-school snacks for kids including low fat, whole grain and gluten-free options! When I was growing up, my mom always had the best snacks waiting for us at home. Seriously, kids would come over for play dates and be astounded at our pantry selection (not to mention the endless bowls of candy out).…

Keep It Sweet Desserts Weekly Wrap-up 9/5/15

Posted on September 5, 2015

I hope you are having a really wonderful Labor Day weekend! Over here we are heading into a very busy but good couple of months. We actually kicked things off this weekend with wedding dress shopping for my sister! It was so much fun and she unexpectedly, but excitingly, found her dress. Ah she is…

My Favorite Pumpkin Bread

Posted on September 2, 2015

Moist and flavorful pumpkin bread. This classic recipe is perfect for pumpkin bread or pumpkin muffins.   *Sometimes things need a refresh. My favorite pumpkin bread was originally posted in 2010 with some painful-to-the-eyes photos. And while my photography skills have thankfully improved, the recipe, that I've loved ever since I was a kid, has not changed.…