Last year, at Disneyland, I had the most AMAZING Mickey shaped raspberry macaroon! It was crispy on the outside, chewy in the middle, and was filled with a delicious ganache and fresh raspberries. I think it is safe to say these macarons have invaded my dreams several times since! I was really challenging myself when…
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #SimpleGoodness #CollectiveBias Spring is here! Okay, I know that’s what I said mid January when I saw a ray of sunshine, but the trees are now getting their leaves and flowers are popping up. And here in NW…
Valentine’s Day has always been one of my favorite holidays! From Valentine Grams at school, to full blown parties, and of course- waking up to find a stuffed animal and a small box of chocolates in the morning from my dad. After devouring a piece or two, my mom would put my hair is sweetheart…
Minty Chocolate Cookies I love participating in holiday cookie exchanges, and Minty Chocolate Cookies is what I will be exchanging this year! Chocolate crinkle cookies with a peppermint white chocolate ganache. Now, try to keep your saliva in your mouth as you quickly scroll to the bottom of the page for the recipe. 😉 These Minty…
*Reposted* In Oregon, we are experiencing an absolutely miserable heat wave with temperatures up to 110 this week! And no, we do not have central air. But hey, I really think this $9.99 box fan is starting to do something… maybe… While this is completely unusual for us- even in the heart of summer, we…
I never, ever, in a million years understood Groundhog Day as a child. But now that I’m an adult? Nope- I STILL don’t understand it. I mean, we take a groundhog, hold it up, and we look for it’s shadow to determine if we have more winter? It makes no sense! First, you would think…
Okay, you want to be the “Pinterest Mom” at your kid’s Valentine’s Day party at school, but you’re also kinda lazy? Then these are the perfect treat to bring! No oven, no difficult frosting, and almost no effort! Just grab a box of graham crackers, a can of frosting, and some pre-made fondant, and you…
I absolutely love seasonal fruits and berries, but by far, blackberries are my favorite. My childhood summers were filled with family trips to pick blackberries to make jar after jar of blackberry jelly. Jelly was one of the biggest ordeals of the summer in my family since I can remember. It was quite the assembly line of…
Iiiiiiiit’s game time! But that doesn’t mean you can only eat wings and drink beer. Yes, you can make football cute with these adorable DIY Football Cupcakes! Now that doesn’t mean you need to go all out and make these cupcakes from scratch. You can either use your favorite recipe, or pick up a boxed…
Dumbo is being released on DVD soon, and that means you will need snacks while you watch it in your own home! These Dumbo Peanut Cluster Snacks are the perfect treat for kids AND adults. Salty, savory, and crunchy- these are not only easy to make, but delicious. this is a dump and go recipe,…
These Aladdin themed magic carpet treats are the perfect snack after seeing the movie, or for an Aladdin themed party! Aladdin FINALLY came out in theaters yesterday, and people are having major feelings! From what I’ve heard, people absolutely love it, or they absolutely don’t. And for those who didn’t care for it, I am…
Fun St. Patrick’s Day Traditions For Your Family! We need more time to celebrate. Life can be difficult at times and the more reasons we have to smile the better. That doesn’t mean you need to spend a lot of money. It just means you need to have fun. St. Patrick’s Day, for example, is…