A pumpkin twist on my favourite Fudgy brownie recipe! These brownies are the ultimate “triple-threat” dessert – combining the richness of chocolate with the creaminess of cheesecake and the warmth of pumpkin spice flavours! Pumpkin Pie Cheesecake brownies are a crowd favourite and the perfect fall treat to bring to any Thanksgiving dinner.
Baking therapy refers to the act of using baking to reduce stress and promote your overall well-being. Baking can have the tremendous ability to focus the mind, distract from negative thoughts and feelings, and improve mood.
The focus we place on our mental health is just as important as any other aspect of our health. By measuring ingredients, mixing dough, and watching cakes rise, baking can be a meditative and therapeutic experience. Read on for some of my favourite ways that baking therapy can improve mental health!
Moist and chewy pumpkin chocolate chip cookies! These pumpkin cookies are my favourite cross between a moist pumpkin muffin and a decadent chocolate chip cookie! These cookies melt in your mouth, are easy to make (with a 15 minute prep time!), and are full of all the pumpkin flavours you’ve been craving!
Quick. Elegant. Delicious. My easy French Apple Tart is the simplest and most beautiful apple dessert you will make! Inspired by Ina Garten’s quintessential French Apple Tart recipe, my recipe further simplifies this beautifully arranged apple showstopper with store bought puff pastry. This French Apple Tart can be made with only 2 apples, a few small nobs of butter, a sprinkling of sugar, and a dash of cinnamon. With only 15 minutes needed to prepare it, this French Apple Tart will impress your guests with very little effort so… why not give it a try today?!
Buttery. Fruity. Crispy. My favourite Apple Crisp Bars are filled with maple-sweetened apples piled on top of a buttery crust, and finished with a pecan crumble. They are easy to prepare and share for your next autumn celebration! If you are looking to fill your home with irresistibly sweet fall aromas, my easy Apple Crisp Bar recipe is for you!
Thick. Gooey. Chocolatey. Have a mountain of leftover Halloween candy you don’t know what to do with? Leftover Candy Bar Blondies are the indulgent treat to transform your candy bar leftovers into a rich, buttery, and perfectly gooey blondie! All you need to make these mouthwatering “cookie-bars” is one bowl and a spatula/whisk. If your sweet-tooth is craving an easy, extra sweet treat, try these blondies today!
Spooky. Colourful. Fluffy. My Halloween Funfetti Cupcakes are soft, moist, and easy to whip up before your next Halloween party! Come bake with me as we turn my favourite funfetti cupcakes into a hauntingly delicious Halloween treat.
Simple. Sweet. Spooktacular. Looking for a Halloween treat that is a breeze to make and perfect for family and friends of all ages? My Easy Halloween Rice Krispie Treats are a fun, no-bake, and kid-friendly snack that is ghoulishly delicious! Grab your cauldron (pot), dust off your broomstick (wooden spoon) and join me as we whip up a batch of these gooey Easy Halloween Rice Crispy Treats!
Rich. Fudgy. Nostalgic. My Copycat Cosmic Brownies are a re-creation of your childhood favourite Little Debbie’s Cosmic Brownies. With a classic fudgy brownie base, a thick chocolate ganache frosting, and a rainbow sprinkles top – these brownies are the simple and delicious treat you’ve been waiting for.
Simple. Fruity. Fall. My Simple Caramel Apple Galette is easy to prepare, loaded with tender and juicy apples, paired with a rich caramel sauce, and surrounded by flaky pastry. By using my favourite simple caramel sauce, tart apples, and a butter-based adaptation of the Perfect Pie Crust by Ina Garten – The Barefoot Contessa, this recipe is a rustic trip to the fall fair! If you are looking to fill your home with the irresistible aromas of spiced apples and caramel, my Simple Caramel Apple Galette is for you.
Fudgy. Sweet. Spooky. My Candy Corn Cosmic Brownies are just like your childhood favourite Cosmic brownies, but with a Halloween twist! With a classic fudgy brownie base, thick candy corn frosting, and candy corn sprinkled on top – these brownies are the simple and delicious treat to get you into the Halloween spirit. Even your spookiest guests will be impressed!
Thin. Soft. Chewy. My Easy Pumpkin Spice Cookies are a simple and festive cookie addition to your fall dessert table. They are filled with all the warm flavours and sweet aromas of fall without any of the fuss. These pumpkin spice cookies are thin, packed with delicious pumpkin spices, and a fun adaptation of a classic snickerdoodle cookie. They also require no chilling steps, and no fancy ingredients/equipment. This Mindful Meringue recipe also includes a lot of mindful baking steps that will have your senses tingling. Grab your apron and lets get baking!
Elegant. Light. Tangy. My easy Lemon Curd Eton Mess recipe is a zesty and delicious take on a classic British Eton Mess. By swapping strawberries for my luscious lemon curd – this dessert is creamy, crisp, and refreshing. With mounds of whipped cream, delicately crumbled meringues, and sweet and tangy lemon curd, this dessert is sure to become one of your foolproof favourites. Lemon Curd Eton Mess is a nice light treat for the spring/summertime however is delicious enough to be enjoyed all year round!
Crisp. Chewy. Delicious. My Halva Chocolate Chip Cookies are a nutty twist on my favourite chocolate chip cookies that is sure to leave you craving more with every bite! These treats are not just your typical cookies; they’re a delicious fusion of cultures and tastes. Whether you are a seasoned baker or just getting started in the kitchen, these cookies are simple to prepare, require 15 minutes to bake, and are a stress-free indulgence that you’ll be happy you tried!
Fluffy. Elegant. Delicious. My Mini Angel Food Cake recipe takes classic Angel Food Cake to a new stress-free level with only 6 simple ingredients, no stand mixer required, and 10 minutes to prepare. If you’re looking for an elegant sweet treat with a velvety exterior and tender crumb, this recipe is for you. Come with me as I show you how to make stress-free Mini Angel Food Cakes, perfect for any occasion!