Espresso Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins

These espresso banana chocolate chip muffins are a whole new twist on the classic banana bread muffins. What I like about this recipe is that every special ingredient has a role in making this a super flavorful muffin. The chocolate chips make it sweet and gooey, the banana makes it soft, the espresso makes it a …

Apricot Chicken Thighs

Don’t let the sweet apricot coating fool you! These thighs have some kick! I had bought some chicken thighs and wanted to make something new and different then my regular go to. While searched the fridge for what other ingredients to pair it with. I came across a jar of apricot preserves that has likely …

Cinnamon Toast Crunch Cupcakes

Cinnamon Toast Cupcakes! Do you remember eating cinnamon toast crunch on a crisp Saturday morning as you watched cartoons? You were THE coolest kid on the block. For this reason, I decided to make a recipe that blends my love of being a kid and cupcakes.  These cupcakes are great because they are individual sized. …

Sweet & Spicy Watermelon Rind Pickles

It’s the end of summer and watermelon is in season.  I love watermelon, but usually don’t buy them because I hate carrying them home from the grocery store.  One of those peculiar inconveniences of living in New York City. Well this week I just really wanted some watermelon so I made the extra effort and …

One Pan Balsamic Chicken

I recently went to San Francisco to visit a cousin whom recently moved to the west coast for a new job. While exploring San Francisco we decided to take a spontaneous road trip to Sonoma. After a fair amount of wine tastin, we stumbled across an olive oil and balsamic tasting. It wasn’t until that …

Matcha Cheesecake Brownies

Matcha isn’t just a faze, it’s here to stay. There is something to be said for a tea that gives you just as much caffeine as coffee, but without the jitters. As well as a whole host of health benefits. Matcha has been linked to support heart health, support brain health, prevents cell damage, support …

Classic Crème Brûlée

Crème Brûlée when translated from French to English literally translates to burned cream. Hmm maybe we will stick to the exotic sounding name Crème Brûlée for now. The beautiful part of this recipe is that it looks impressive yet it is very simple to make and naturally gluten free. Plus you have the option of …

Strawberry Cheesecake Eggrolls

  This contemporary take on a classic dessert combines my love of chinese food and cheesecake. And honestly I couldn’t think of a better combination. This is the ultimate comfort dessert! The eggroll sized portions also makes it easier to transport and share (if you have any left after trying these).  I ended up making …