There are few things more comforting then the smell of freshly baked cookies wafting through the house, and when those cookies are double chocolate it takes it to the next level. Soft, rich, gooey with a hint of salt, these are packed with deep chocolate flavor and are the perfect balance of sweet and decadent….
Tag: holiday
Blackberry Sage Crostini
Crostini is always an easy appetizer to whip up with whatever you have on hand. The goat cheese base in this crostini is incredibly versatile. I love to top it with cooked or fresh berries, but there are many other things you can do with it. For example, you can add capers and dill to…
Fig Arugula Prosciutto Bites
If you are looking for an amazing flavor combination, look no further! This is my absolute favorite hors d’oeuvre to serve when people come over. The sweetness of the fig, paired with the saltiness of the prosciutto, all tied together by the arugula, make this the perfect bite. It is very quick to make and…
Sprinkle Surprise Cookies
Who doesn’t love a soft, chewy and crunchy sprinkle cookie? At first glance these look like they are just for kids. With a white chocolate surprise and cream cheese mixed into the batter, they are definitely a treat for adults as well. My favorite thing about these cookies is that you can customize the colors…
Cranberry White Chocolate Lemon Bundt Cake
This is the perfect holiday cake. The tart caramelized cranberries, with a subtle sweetness from the white chocolate, make this lemon cake an irresistible addition to your holiday table. Not only that, but it looks absolutely gorgeous.This cake is very versatile. It can be served any time of day. It makes a delicious brunch dessert,…
Dark Chocolate Orange Cookies
Every holiday season I find myself eating copious amounts of cookies. From the cookie exchange parties to the tins left on my doorstep by loving friends, there is an intense amount of cookies consumed in a short period of time. My go-to cookie this time of year is a chewy gingerbread cookie. I seem to…
Maple Bourbon Bacon Wrapped Apricot Jalapeno Bites
These little bites are packed with flavor. The sweet apricot pairs beautifully with the salty bacon, and the touch of heat from the jalapeno is an unexpected surprise. You can serve them without the glaze, but I love the maple bourbon taste, as well as the shiny finish that the glaze gives the bites. This…
Cranberry Salsa
Living in Texas, salsa is always a must. This holiday version is fresh and delicious. It can be served with crackers or tortilla chips as an appetizer or right along with the turkey as part of the main meal. I like to serve it as is, but it is also delicious served over a block…
Cranberry Rosemary Mule
If I could put the flavor of the holiday season into a cocktail, this would be it. The cranberry, rosemary simple syrup together with the ginger beer and lime give this a sweet, refreshing flavor that is perfect for the season. I like to freeze some cranberries to throw in along with a sprig of…