Coconut Macaroons
Coconut macaroons have always reminded me of my mom’s Los Angeles kitchen, where she’d make a batch on lazy Sunday afternoons. The sweet aroma of coconut and vanilla filling the …
Desserts
Welcome to my Dessert Recipes section! Here you’ll find a variety of simple, delicious sweets for every occasion—from cakes and cookies to creamy, no-bake treats. Find something sweet to brighten any day.
Chocolate Peppermint Bark Cookies
Chocolate Peppermint Bark Cookies are my family’s most-requested holiday cookies—and it’s easy to see why. Imagine a chewy, rich chocolate base topped with melting peppermint bark and a sprinkle of …
Ritz Cookies
Ritz Cookies were one of those happy kitchen accidents that turned into a family tradition. I first made them on a busy December afternoon when my daughters wanted to help …
Homemade Caramels
Homemade caramels are a staple in my kitchen around the holidays, and every batch brings me right back to my mother’s kitchen in Los Angeles. I remember standing on a …
Mini Cheesecakes
Mini Cheesecakes are one of my all-time favorite desserts to make for gatherings. There’s something about that buttery crust paired with the smooth, rich filling that feels both nostalgic and …
Homemade Cinnamon Rolls
Homemade Cinnamon Rolls are my family’s ultimate weekend breakfast treat. The smell alone—the buttery dough, brown sugar, and warm cinnamon swirling together in the oven—instantly fills our kitchen with comfort. …
Bread pudding Recipe
Bread pudding has always been one of my favorite comfort desserts. I first fell in love with it in my mother’s Los Angeles kitchen, where nothing ever went to waste. …
Cheesecake Brownies
Cheesecake Brownies are one of those recipes that always make my kitchen feel extra cozy. The combination of rich, fudgy chocolate and tangy cheesecake swirls is pure dessert magic. I …
Chocolate Crinkle Cookies
Chocolate Crinkle Cookies have always been a holiday favorite in my kitchen. I first baked them one rainy afternoon in Los Angeles when my daughters wanted “something chocolatey but fun.” …
Cream cheese cookies
Cream cheese cookies have always had a special place in my heart. I first baked them during a quiet December weekend in Los Angeles when my daughters wanted “something like …
