Happy first day of summer! What better way to celebrate than with a dessert inspired by s’mores, one of the quintessential emblems of summertime leisure? I have to admit: I’ve never been crazy about actual s’mores. Toasted marshmallows make my throat a bit tingly, and not in a good way—more in an “I think I'm coming down with a cold” way. But the combination of graham crackers, chocolate, and ...
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Baileys Irish Cream Chocolate Cupcakes
I find it interesting how in different parts of the country, certain holidays or celebrations are a much bigger deal than in other parts. Observation of St. Patrick’s Day, for example, seemed pretty minimal when I was living in California. ...
Gingerbread Cupcakes with Cranberry Streusel
Today I baked these cupcakes to give away to some of my parents’ neighbors, and because filling the house with the fragrant scent of gingerbread seemed like a great way to get more into the holiday spirit – I only finished my work for the semester yesterday, and it’s always difficult for me to be fully in holiday mode while I’m still writing papers and such. ...