I’m headed to Boston this week for the HOW Design Live conference (for the ninth consecutive year) and so my mom graciously agreed to celebrate Mother’s Day early so I could have Sunday to pack and prepare for the trip. Our family is not too big on gifts, but my mom did have two simple requests: go out for Malaysian food with the family and spend quality time with Rookie….
Golden Cornmeal Waffles
When cornbread and waffles collide, you get one of my favorite weekend breakfast treats: cornmeal waffles. Similar to crispy buttermilk waffles, they can go sweet or savory, depending how you dress them and hold up well to a number of toppings – powdered sugar, maple syrup, fruit, even fried chicken….
Hot Cross Buns Meet Cinnamon Swirl Bread
I can’t believe it’s already May. April was a blur, which is why it’s taken me two weeks to post this hot cross buns meet cinnamon swirl bread recipe. I considered skipping it and then changed my mind – it’s too good not to share.* Easter may have come and gone, but this take on a traditional Good Friday treat can (and should) be enjoyed year-round….
Finnish Cinnamon Rolls
Sometimes I’ll make something just because I think it’s pretty. Don’t get me wrong – I won’t attempt a recipe if I don’t think it will taste good, but it’s more fun to work on if the finished product has some eye appeal. Such was the case with these Finnish cinnamon rolls aka korvapuusti or “slapped ears.”…
Cinnamon Crumb Coffee Cake Muffins
I first fell in love with coffee cake at Hobee’s years and years ago. If you’ve ever been to this Silicon Valley staple, you know about their “World-Famous Blueberry Coffeecake.” It’s light and fluffy and piled high with crumbs (the mark of a true New York-style coffee cake). Paired with a cup of hot coffee, it could be a meal in and of itself….
Peanut Sugar Morning Buns
I’m a creature of habit. My husband is too. Every Saturday and Sunday, we take a walk to our local Starbucks around 11:30 a.m. And while we’re waiting in line to order our coffees, I’ll often check out the bakery case offerings. I know neither of us will buy anything (why would we when I can bake my own treats?), but it’s fun to take a peek for inspiration….
