Hearty Whole Grain Pancakes with Sweet Berry Compote

My first year of college has come to a close!! Like any other freshman year, my past nine months have been full of both ups and downs, many unexpected occurrences, and lots (and lots) of memorable events. I am unbelievably grateful for all the opportunities I was given and wonderful people I have had the…

Microwave Buttermilk Pancakes

Everyone always tells you: living in a dorm in college is a huge change from living at home. And on one hand you believe them– you know you’re going to have a lot less room to store your clothing, snacks, and countless college textbooks. But on the other hand, you think to yourself: how bad…

Vanilla Protein French Toast

Today I faced the biggest dilemma of my life: should I get blueberry pancakes or French toast for brunch? On one hand, French toast is fluffy, thick, and stuffed with decadent cinnamon-vanilla flavor. Yet, blueberry pancakes combine savory and sweet perfectly in one hearty dish that will leave you feeling satisfied for hours. Decisions, decisions.…

Red Velvet Pancakes

Word to the wise: when making Red Velvet cupcakes as a surprise for your friend’s birthday, don’t pin 100 recipes for Red Velvet cupcakes on your Pinterest board the week before. That is, don’t if she follows you on Pinterest. Because she will find out. And your “surprise” cupcakes will turn into “yeah I kinda…

French Toast in a Mug

I’ve made my share of “mug recipes,” but I must admit, this one takes the cake. While most mug recipes often take me multiple tries to perfect, this one was a one-stop-shop in that I created the recipe, tested it, and was completely and utterly satisfied. And in love! I mean, who doesn’t love a…