Best Gingerbread Loaf

by SandraWidick // December 8, 2022 // Comments off

I was not a fan of gingerbread flavor, but I changed my mind after I made this delicious cake that screams Christmas in every bite! Texas is starting to cool off (a bit, not much really) and it has... Continue reading →

Peppermint Mocha Cookies

by SandraWidick // November 30, 2022 // Comments off

Welcome December and cookie season! How is everyone doing? Are you ready for Christmas baking? I’m so ready! Here is a new cookie recipe that you can add to your baking list that is kid friendly, perfect for a cookie... Continue reading →

Peppermint Mocha Linzer Cookies

by SandraWidick // November 11, 2022 // Comments off

Peppermint Mocha is one of my favorite drinks during the holidays. Also, Linzer cookies are one of my favorite treats to eat during Christmas time. Linzer cookies are usually made with some kind of nut and filled with fruit jam.... Continue reading →

Easy Hot Chocolate Bombs

by SandraWidick // November 5, 2021 // Comments off

The holidays are just around the corner and if you are like me, I love to make hot chocolate at home while I watch Christmas movies. I know that making hot chocolate bombs has been a trend in the... Continue reading →

White Chocolate Bourbon Gingerbread Bars

by SandraWidick // December 21, 2020 // Comments off

Happy Monday! When my friends at Four Roses asked me if I wanted to be part of their holiday collab, I said YES! We always have Four Roses Bourbon at home and I love baking with it. This recipe is... Continue reading →

Grapefruit Bundt Cake

by SandraWidick // December 11, 2020 // Comments off

Christmas is just around the corner and one of the things I love the most is to host this holiday in my home. This year will be a little different but I will make sure to have a great dessert... Continue reading →

Gingerbread Latte Cupcakes

by SandraWidick // November 30, 2020 // Comments off

I love coffee and sometimes I try to re-create my favorite coffee drinks into cupcakes or cakes. Gingerbread latte was a very popular Starbucks holiday drink that was sold a couple of years ago but for some reason they don’t... Continue reading →

Peppermint Bark Cookies

by SandraWidick // November 17, 2020 // Comments off

Happy Tuesday! Who is excited about baking Christmas cookies? I am! Here is a recipe that I totally forgot to post last year but here it is! These cookies are made with dark cocoa powder with a hint of peppermint... Continue reading →

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