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Cranberry Apple Pie
As the holiday season approaches I really find myself wanting to bake up scones, cookies and pie! I decided to do a test run on a Cranberry Apple Pie for Thanksgiving the other day and YUM, it came out just delicious so I of course have to share the recipe with you. I find it…
White Chocolate Candy Cane Cookies
Are you all as excited as I am for holiday baking? I’ve always enjoyed helping in the kitchen and grew up baking alongside my mom and grandparents and now I get to pass along the tradition with my boys. These White Chocolate Candy Cane Cookies are super simple to make and the flavor and texture…
Orange Pecan Biscotti
One of my favorite things to bake, aside from my scone obsession, is biscotti. They are an Italian twice baked drier cookie meant to be dunked into your coffee or espresso. These Orange Pecan Biscotti have such a wonderful flavor, are easy to make and perfect to add to your holiday cookie platters! I’ve always…
Grinch Sugar Cookies
I just love the classic Grinch from Dr. Seuss so I thought it would be really fun to make Grinch Sugar Cookies to enjoy while watching the show as a family. These are a really easy to make and absolutely adorable!! One of my favorite cookies to bake is a simple sugar cookie. I’ve made many…
Roasted Butternut Squash with Spiced Pecans
When it comes to holiday entertaining we are always a big group so I like to keep things really simple. This Roasted Butternut Squash with Spiced Pecans is so flavorful and easy to throw together. How gorgeous are the colors too?! Last week I found out we are having more family over for Christmas Day then…
