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There’s nothing quite like the sound of laughter and clinking glasses when friends gather around a festive punch bowl. My Sparkling Apple Cider Punch with Cranberries has become the star of every holiday party I’ve hosted – it’s the first thing guests ask for when December rolls around. I’ll never forget my niece’s wide-eyed delight … Learn more
There’s something magical about wrapping your hands around a steaming mug of Classic Hot Toddy with Whiskey, Honey, and Lemon on a chilly evening. It’s my go-to remedy—whether I’m fighting off a scratchy throat or just craving cozy comfort. I first fell in love with this drink during a winter trip to Scotland, where a … Learn more
The first time I tried a Maple Bourbon Sour with fresh lemon and egg white, it was one of those happy accidents that happens when you’re low on ingredients but high on cocktail creativity. I’d run out of simple syrup, but had this gorgeous dark maple syrup from a Vermont farmers market, and oh boy … Learn more
Oh my gosh, you guys – these witch finger pretzels are my absolute favorite thing to make for Halloween! Every year when October rolls around, my kitchen turns into a mad scientist’s lab filled with creepy edible creations, but these spooky fingers always steal the show. I still remember the first time I made them … Learn more
There’s nothing quite like wrapping your hands around a steaming mug of spiked apple cider with rum and warm spices on a chilly evening. This cozy drink combines the sweet tang of apple cider with the rich kick of dark rum, all warmed through with cinnamon, cloves, and star anise – it’s basically autumn in … Learn more
There’s something magical about autumn evenings—when the air turns crisp and the leaves start to rustle, all I want is a drink that wraps me in warmth like my favorite sweater. That’s where this Autumn Spice Old Fashioned with Apple and Cinnamon comes in. It’s my go-to when I crave the comfort of a classic … Learn more
There’s nothing quite like the smell of cranberry orange scones with maple glaze wafting through the kitchen on a slow weekend morning. The tart cranberries, bright orange zest, and sweet maple come together in the most magical way—trust me, one bite and you’ll be hooked. I’ve been making these for years, ever since my sister … Learn more
There’s something magical about the smell of Spiced Apple Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting drifting through the kitchen—that cozy blend of cinnamon, nutmeg, and sweet apples that instantly feels like a hug. I first made this cake years ago for a fall potluck, and now it’s the one recipe my friends beg me to bring … Learn more
There’s something magical about the first crisp morning of fall when I pull out my mixing bowls and reach for that can of pumpkin puree. My kitchen fills with the warm scent of cinnamon and nutmeg, and I know it’s time for my favorite autumn tradition – baking a batch of soft pumpkin chocolate chip … Learn more
There’s something magical about that first bite of a warm, chewy brown butter snickerdoodle with sea salt—the way the caramelized nuttiness of the butter dances with the cinnamon sugar, all finished with that perfect salty crunch. These aren’t your average snickerdoodles. Brown butter takes them to a whole new level, giving them depth and richness, … Learn more