baking · brunch

Pumpkin Scones with Vanilla Icing

It's hard to believe that Americans obsession with pumpkin spice is realitvely new. 20 years ago, pumpkin spice lattes and pumpkin-flavored candy weren't as big of sellers as they are now. The pumpkin-spice-everything craze did not really start until Starbucks started promoting it excessively a few years ago. What is the reason behind our obsession… Continue reading Pumpkin Scones with Vanilla Icing

baking · Dessert

Gingerbread Cupcakes with Eggnog Buttercream

Christmas is almost here. You can feel the anticipation in the air. December 23rd is usually I day I spend making goodies and snack for Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. I won't be doing that this year because I have to work, but I'll be with everybody in spirit who prepares for the big holiday.… Continue reading Gingerbread Cupcakes with Eggnog Buttercream

Dessert

Texas Jam Cake with Maple Frosting

I sense instability in the force. Well, more like instability in the atmosphere. Six days ago, the National Weather Service in Norman, Oklahoma sent out it's predictive outlook for Tuesday, April 26th. That outlook? Not good. The instability of the atmosphere, coupled with warm temperatures and low humidity, has set us up for a moderate… Continue reading Texas Jam Cake with Maple Frosting