Keep It Sweet Blog

Funky Monkey Cheesecake Bars

Posted on December 9, 2013

Fudgy brownie topped with a creamy layer of peanut butter banana cheesecake! Sometimes you just have to go back to your roots. I’ve been having fun with pumpkin and cookie butter and white chocolate, but let’s be honest.  Chocolate and peanut butter will always have my heart.  And as I look back over the last…

Keep It Sweet Desserts Weekly Wrap-up 12/8/13

Posted on December 8, 2013

I’m going to keep this post short because frankly I’m buried in brownies.  We have a huge order going out on Monday and I’ve been covered in chocolate for about a week now.  Luckily, yesterday I had help from Matt and our friends Matt and Deena.  Today, my in-laws are coming to help us box…

Espresso Salted Caramel Buttercream Brownie Bites for Audra’s Virtual Shower

Posted on December 4, 2013

Fudgy chocolaty brownie bites topped with an extra special buttercream are a fun mini dessert for any occasion. Today we are celebrating one of my favorite people!  My friend Audra (The Baker Chick) is having a baby so a few of us got together to throw a virtual party. I’ve actually been thinking about this…

Pink Champagne Cake Pops–A New Years Eve Treat!

Posted on December 2, 2013

These Pink Champagne Cake Pops are going to be your new go-to celebration treat!  Make them to ring in the New Year or for your next birthday party.  They are as delicious as they are pretty! This is one of the most fun photo shoots I’ve ever put together and I’m excited to finally post…

Keep It Sweet Desserts Weekly Wrap-up 11/30/13

Posted on November 30, 2013

Thanksgiving week… wow, was that fast.  I can’t believe the holiday came and went but this week was so packed it almost feels like it was the length of two. Before and after the holiday were spent working like a crazy person, though I did get to see The Hungry Games: Catching Fire on Monday…

Vanilla Bean Apple Bundt Cake

Posted on November 25, 2013

This moist cake is loaded with chunks of apples.  The vanilla bean in the cake and the caramel sauce enhances the flavor in a wonderful way. After tasting my mom's version of Audra's apple cake over the Jewish holidays, I couldn't wait to put a spin on it myself.  My mom substituted butter for some…

Keep It Sweet Desserts Weekly Wrap-up 11/23/13

Posted on November 23, 2013

It’s officially started.  The craziness, that is.  This week was full on holiday prep and I’m wiped out!  It feels good to be busy but it certainly is hard work. This week on the blog there were a few giveaways that you can still enter.  In case you missed them (and the pies!), be sure…

Cranberry Apple Pie and Pie Week Giveaway

Posted on November 22, 2013

This double crusted cranberry apple pie is full of a melt-in-your-mouth fruit filling and covered in flaky pastry dough.  Wow your Thanksgiving guests with this holiday pie. Scroll to end of post for giveaway details. After making my Fancy Holiday Chocolate Pecan Pie, I couldn't wait to use my new pan again.  And since I…

Fancy Holiday Chocolate Pecan Pie and Pie Week Giveaway

Posted on November 18, 2013

This chocolate pecan pie is the perfect addition to your fall holiday table! Get excited because in addition to yesterday's awesome Amazon gift certificate giveaway, I have a few more giveaways coming your way this week (scroll down for details).  Oh right, and lot's of pie!  A few other bloggers and I are sharing pie…

Keep It Sweet Desserts Weekly Wrap-up 11/17/13 and Giveaway

Posted on November 17, 2013

Okay, I have something very special for you today! I joined some of my favorite bloggers to offer you the chance to win a $500 Amazon gift card!  This giveaway is just in time for the holidays so there is plenty of time for gift purchases.  I have to admit, I'm  a little jealous that…