These Santa Star Cookies are festive, buttery Christmas cut-out cookies decorated to look like adorable little Santas. Made with a soft, tender dough flavored lightly with orange and vanilla, these cookies bake beautifully and are perfect for decorating with kids, gifting to friends, or adding sparkle to your holiday cookie trays. They’re fun, charming, and […]
Traditional Whipped Cream Krumkake
This Whipped Cream Krumkake is a classic Scandinavian holiday treat—crispy, delicate, lightly spiced, and rolled into beautiful cone shapes. Our northeast Iowa town celebrates its rich Norwegian heritage every year during Nordic Fest, where krumkake is king! These elegant cookies fill store windows during festive demos and appear at nearly every family gathering. Serve them […]
Fruitcake Pie
PREP: 20 minutes BAKE: 35 minutes + cooling MAKES: 8 servings This Fruitcake Pie brings all the nostalgic holiday flavors of a classic fruitcake — but in an easier, tender, sliceable pie form. Sweet candied cherries, buttery pecans, warm spices, and a rich brown-sugar filling bake into the perfect Christmas dessert that feels festive without […]
Winning Pumpkin Cheesecake Dessert
This Winning Pumpkin Cheesecake Dessert is rich, creamy, perfectly spiced, and built on a buttery gingersnap crust that makes every bite irresistible. With layers of smooth pumpkin cheesecake and a warm maple syrup drizzle, it’s the kind of dessert that wins compliments every single time. Whether you’re hosting a holiday dinner or craving a fall-inspired […]
Creamy Shrimp & Guacamole Toasts
Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 10 minutes Servings: 4 toasts This creamy shrimp toast is the perfect balance of rich seafood flavor, silky cream sauce, and fresh, vibrant guacamole layered over crispy toasted bread. It’s a quick, restaurant-quality appetizer you can make in just 20 minutes, yet it looks and tastes like something served […]
Simple Passion Fruit Margarita
What Is a Passion Fruit Margarita? A Passion Fruit Margarita is a tropical twist on the classic margarita, blending smooth tequila with tangy lime juice and sweet, floral passion fruit pulp. It delivers a perfect balance of sweet, sour, and aromatic flavors, making it one of the most refreshing cocktails you can prepare at home. […]
Easy Chocolate Pie Recipe
How I Learned This Recipe This Easy Chocolate Pie Recipe came from a moment when I needed a fast dessert that still tasted luxurious. I first discovered the concept years ago while experimenting with dairy-free chocolate mousse and realizing that silken tofu blends into the creamiest base without any flavor of its own. From there, […]
Vegan Scrambled Tofu Taco
How I Learned This Recipe I first discovered scrambled tofu as a healthier, protein-packed alternative to scrambled eggs, and from there, I started playing with seasoning blends to make it bolder, richer, and more satisfying. Over time I developed this version — warm, savory, gently spiced, and perfect for breakfast tacos or meal-prep bowls. This […]
Maple Butter Twists Recipe (Yeast Coffee Cake)
How I Learned This Dessert I first learned this Maple Butter Twists recipe from my stepmother, who made it every year as a cozy weekend coffee cake. She passed it down to me the way great recipes are shared — with warm memories, a handwritten card, and the reminder that “everything tastes better with maple.” […]
Best Breakfast Danish Crisps
These Breakfast Danish Crisps have been a cherished family recipe for nearly 50 years — crisp, flaky, buttery layers filled with warm cinnamon sugar. They’re perfect for holiday mornings, weekend brunch spreads, or anytime you want a sweet homemade treat. This recipe uses simple pantry staples but delivers bakery-quality flavor every time. Prep & Bake […]
