Sweet Almond Apricot Tarts

I had my first apricot in Germany. No, not my first sausage, bratwurst, or even spatzle. In fact, I didn’t even try any of these foods while in Germany! How is this possible, you may be asking? Well… I had my first apricot in the Frankfurt Airport in Germany. And at the time, I had…

Chocolate Chip Protein Muffin in a Mug

I’m enjoying this muffin as I type. Have you ever arrived home following a kick-butt strength training workout and found yourself craving protein? Bacon, chicken, scrambled eggs: I want it all! Yet, at the same time, I’m way too hungry (and impatient) to wait a whole fifteen minutes for the chicken to cook. Also, I…

Peanut Butter Crunch Granola

Peanut Butter Crunch Granola. Like Cap’n Crunch… but better (for you). Not to mention, downright addicting. Seriously, once you start with this stuff, you won’t be able to stop. Especially if you’re a fellow Peanut-Butter-Lover. This granola isn’t just your typical Plain Jane, practically homologous vanilla granola. This granola contains a myriad of different and…

Vanilla Cupcakes with Dreamy Chocolate Frosting

The title of this recipe is slightly misleading. Because not only is the frosting dreamy, but so are the cupcakes. Basically, this whole recipe is dreamy! 😉 Yesterday one of my best friends and I got together for what turned into a baking/skating/eating extravaganza. After my friend practically held me up as I attempted to…

Sweet Peach Cobbler for Two

Although I must admit that nothing will ever surpass my love for Christmas cookies and all things ginger and pumpkin, summer desserts definitely hold a special place in my heart. Especially cobblers! Cobblers really are the perfect summer desserts. They can be made with whatever fruit is in season (my favorite are blueberry and peach…