WATCH THE VIDEO! If you're in a new relationship this Valentine's Day, don't play the fool in the kitchen! Why gamble on time-consuming Red Velvet Cupcakes when you can make a Red Velvet Mug Cake in the microwave and save the hassle. If things don't work out in this relationship... at least … [Read more...]
Red Velvet Mug Cake Recipe
WATCH THE VIDEO! As you might know, I'm not the biggest fan of microwave cooking because it is SO #MICROWONKY. For a little more time and effort you can make legit Red Velvet Cupcakes, but... if you need a quick cake fix... or a quick Valentine's gift, this Red Velvet Mug Cake is pretty … [Read more...]
Top 5 Fall Food Favorites
WATCH THE VIDEO! Fall will arrive on Sunday and I couldn't be happier. Often, I am sad to see the sandals and shorts of Summer go... But, this year, being 9 months pregnant, I can't wait to greet cooler Fall temperatures with open arms and a big sloppy wet kiss. And neither can my … [Read more...]
Darth Velvet Cupcakes Video – YouTube #GeekWeek
WATCH THE VIDEO! I'm flying my #GeekWeek nerd flag all this week! YouTube and Nerdist are celebrating all things superhero, scientist, gamer and sci-fi. #GeekWeek starts today, and each day brings a new host and theme. You can tune in to YouTube.com/GeekWeek for a daily rundown of … [Read more...]
Darth Velvet Cupcakes Recipe
WATCH THE VIDEO! It doesn't matter if you're a kid or a kid at heart, Darth Velvet Cupcakes will make you raise your nerd flag with geeky pride. Just be warned, your mouth will come over to the Dark Side after just one bite of this devilishly dark confection. May the toothbrush be with … [Read more...]
5 Favorite Fall Recipes
Today is the first day of Fall. Autumn, if you will. Summer in SoCal has been brutally hot this year and there really is no sign of cooling anytime soon. So I figure, I can conjure up some cool weather vibes just by posting some of my favorite autumnal recipes. Yeah, I said autumnal. Take … [Read more...]
Pumpkin Bars Recipe
Behind Bars. It's a bread! It's a cake! It's a bar! Pumpkin Bars are a cross between a quick bread and a cake. Loaded with pumpkin, spiced with cinnamon and ginger and topped with a delicate cream cheese frosting, Pumpkin Bars are one of my favorite treats. And while they're delicious fresh, Pumpkin … [Read more...]
How to Make Pumpkin Bars Video
I'm taking a stand on autumnal desserts. Why should summer and winter desserts get all the attention? What about the truly autumnal desserts? The desserts you only really eat during the months of October and November. December if you're really lucky... or you've still got canned pumpkin on hand. … [Read more...]
Red Velvet Cupcakes Recipe
WATCH THE VIDEO FOR MORE TIPS! The seductive red color, irresistibly moist cake and thick, rich crown of Cream Cheese Frosting make Red Velvet Cupcakes the celebutante of cupcakes! This recipe makes either 24 cupcakes or two eight inch layer cakes. Check it out! This recipe was … [Read more...]