Specializing in Brunch, Desserts and Cocktails
I could eat these Blueberry Granola Pancakes for breakfast everyday (um…I nearly did this week)! They are such a nice change from a typical pancake and so HEALTHY too! That’s right…they are made with whole wheat flour, granola, blueberries and applesauce. You can’t go wrong with a stack of these on your plate in the morning or evening!…
These White Chip Pumpkin Pancakes are seriously my new favorites (I am not just saying that). The subtle taste of pumpkin and spices is truly magical with white chocolate chips in a perfectly fluffy pancake topped with caramel sauce AND maple syrup. Oh yes…you have to add both sauces! The flavor combination is so delectable that my mouth just started watering thinking about it. HUH…would it be weird if I made a batch at 10 pm? …
These Whole Wheat Bananas Foster Pancakes have homemade caramel sauce, bananas and walnuts on top of a bed of whole wheat pancakes. These are so much better than the box mix
and worth the extra effort! I try and substitute healthier ingredients whenever possible, so I opted to make these pancakes with whole wheat flour.
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These Air Fryer Caramel Apple Donuts are super easy to make with refrigerator biscuits and apple pie filling. Bits of chopped caramel get added to the apples with a cinnamon sugar topping for the perfect fall breakfast.
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This Strawberry Lemon White Wine Sangria would be perfect for when having company this spring! The infusion of fresh strawberry and lemon flavors with white wine is so refreshing and delicious. There is such an abundance of fresh strawberries and lemons at the supermarket right now and this is the perfect way to use them.
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This Scrambled Egg Brunch Bread is so easy to throw together with crescent roll dough. It gets filled with layers of ham, scrambled eggs and cheese for a hearty breakfast treat that is perfect for entertaining.
My obsession with crescent rolls is evident with all the recipes I’ve been concocting lately. I just cant get enough of that crispy, flaky outer layer that can be used for the basis of so many different savory or sweet creations. I love using the dough for breakfast pastries and now, for this scrumptious brunch bread that I will be making again for Easter brunch.
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These Red Velvet Waffles with White Chocolate Glaze are perfect for your sweetheart on Valentine’s Day! They could be eaten for breakfast or dessert and are perfectly, fluffy with an easy glaze that is made in the microwave.
My husband is obsessed with red velvet anything, so it was perfectly fitting to make him a batch of Red Velvet Waffles the weekend before Valentine’s Day. They were thoroughly enjoyed by my daughters as well (maybe too much). Good luck to me, trying to get them to eat anything for lunch!
These beauties are so delectable that they could even be enjoyed as an after-dinner dessert. I could easily, see using a cookie cutter to make a heart-shape and topping it with vanilla ice cream and plenty of chocolate sauce. I need to go save a few pieces while I still can to try this idea out! Wouldn’t, it also be cute to use a star-shaped cookie cutter for 4th of July and top it with fresh blueberries and whipped cream? So many options, so little time!
Waffles or pancakes are mandatory around here every Sunday. You haven’t lived until you’ve tried Tiramisu Pancakes and can never go wrong with delectable, Buttermilk Blueberry Waffles. I’m always testing out new recipes and really think I hit the jackpot with these. A lot of people like cream cheese icing or glaze with their red velvet, but you have to try this easy, white chocolate glaze! There is no big mess to clean up with beaters and no waiting for cream cheese to soften. This glaze is made in the microwave with zero fuss! Feel free to drizzle a bit extra for red velvety greatness. I may have dipped my waffle in the bowl like chips and dip.
If you love these Red Velvet Waffles with White Chocolate Glaze , be sure to have a cocktail while you’re at it! My Pineapple Orange Creamsicle Mimosas are a must. You may fancy yourself a Pancake Shot for a lovely digestif. Visit my Cocktail Page for all of my favorite adult beverages.
In a small bowl; whisk together milk and lemon juice; set aside.
In a large bowl; combine flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt and cocoa powder.
Create a well in the middle of the dry ingredients and add eggs and vanilla into the middle; lightly whisk eggs.
Pour melted butter and milk mixture over the top of the eggs and stir until combined.
Add several drops of red food coloring until desired color is achieved after stirring.
Lightly spray a round, hot waffle iron with nonstick cooking spray.
Scoop around 2/3 of a cup of waffle mixture onto the iron.
Remove waffle once firm and cooked through.
Add chocolate chips, butter and light corn syrup into a small microwave-safe bowl. Cook on 50% power for around 1 minute. Lightly stir and repeat; add milk or whipping cream and cook for an additional 30 seconds on 50% power; stirring until mixture is smooth. Immediately, drizzle glaze over tops of warm waffles.
Use cookie cutters to make heart-shapes after waffles have been cooked. Place them on top of whole waffles for a decorative touch.
A Pretty in Pink Martini is perfect for Valentine’s Day, wedding or baby showers! A blend of X-Ray Fusion Liqueur, peach liqueur and fruit juices create the perfect, fruity flavor that everyone is sure to drink up.
This is literally, my go-to cocktail when I’m in the mood for a bit of sweetness with a kick. The flavors are just out of this world delicious and you won’t even notice you are drinking alcohol (danger, danger). What girl doesn’t love a bit of pink in their life, anyway? My poor husband is probably SO tired of all things pink around here with a house of girls.
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This Chocolate Espresso Martini will satisfy all your major cravings all in one glass. Freshly brewed espresso, vodka, Kahlua and a bit of chocolate syrup are pure liquid, ecstasy. A cocoa powder rimmed glass with chocolate shavings top off this chocolate lover’s paradise.
This drink is SO me with a few of my favorite things…chocolate, espresso and vodka! A total cocktail dream situation going on here. This martini is up there with my favorite, Salted Caramel Chocolate Martini. If you are feeling like chocolate and need a pick me up, just had a bit of espresso in there for the win.
You will never catch me drinking plain coffee, but a good latte is a daily occurrence around here. I ended up having to buy a latte maker. I’ve used it so much, that the pitcher has been replaced 3 times now. The beauty of the machine, is that it also brews espresso to make this tasty martini and Tiramisu Pancakes (anything tiramisu is going in my mouth).
My daughter’s 6th birthday is this Friday and I’ve officially over-committed myself once again. I went out and purchased a bunch of cake decorating supplies that I probably won’t even have time to touch before the party. I will probably be up until 2 AM on Friday trying to make a troll cake with rainbow rosettes and layers of chocolate cake. Needless to say, this story will probably end with me getting on a grocery store’s website to frantically place a cake order the day before. I will let you all know how this story turns out.
To add to my conundrum, Halloween is 4 days after my daughter’s birthday. My attempts to save money on Halloween costumes by ordering them online have also backfired. My daughter’s witch costume drags the floor like a bride about to trip walking down the aisle. Yikes…the scissors will have be used for some creative hem-work. Things will go much smoother once I have my Candy Corn and Melted Witch Martinis in hand. Thank God I took vacation days next week!
Cheers to more cocktails!
This Pumpkin Cinnamon Roll French Toast Bake with crumb topping is super easy to make on a busy weekend morning or holiday. The flavors of refrigerated cinnamon rolls, pumpkin spice, french toast and pumpkin combine with maple syrup for a welcome explosion of scrumptious flavors. Fall has never tasted SO good!
This French Toast Bake is so flavorful and delightfully cakey from the cinnamon rolls. You can easily eat this without the maple syrup due to all the great flavors already going on. However, I can’t fathom the idea of not smothering any kind of french toast, pancake or waffle in plenty of syrup. The flavor of syrup may vary, but it has to give my carbs a good bath until it gets nice and soggy. You brunch fans know what I’m talking about.
I don’t usually like things to be overly complicated, so I opted to make a crumb topping that doesn’t involve all the butter cutting and kneading. I just melted the butter and did a bit of stirring with a bit of flour, brown sugar, pumpkin spice and chopped pecans. This topping really makes this dish delish. Who doesn’t love plenty of sweet, crumbly delight on their breakfast? Especially, on a moist (that word disturbs me), Blueberry Lemon Muffin…winner, winner crumb topping brinner!
How is brinner not a word? My family eats brinner on a weekly basis. My husband has requested french toast and turkey sausage for dinner every Tuesday. Now, that is something I don’t mind getting on board with. Let it rain breakfast all day long! No need to wait until tomorrow morning.
After weeks (okay months) of procrastination, I finally made my first recipe video. I realized, that there was definitely a reason that I’ve been putting this project off. Learning a new video editing program was a huge pain involving hours of bugging my husband and mild (major) use of profanity. Anyway, check out my first attempt on Facebook with my Slow Cooker Pumpkin Maple Oatmeal.
Here are a few other options for those planing to consume nothing but pumpkin for the next 2 months.
MORE PUMPKIN
HOW ABOUT A COCKTAIL WITH THAT?
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