Bonbons

I recently discovered bonbons . . . which are also known as chocolates. The chocolate shell has a shiny finish and snaps when you bit into it. Bonbons can be stuffed with any sort of filling or ganache or caramel. When I recently made bonbons, I filled them with a mocha ganache, lemon lavender creme, …

Chandelier

I really wanted a new chandelier for my bedroom, but I soon discovered that chandeliers are really really expensive, so I went to work. After browsing Pinterest and doing research, I was able to figure out how to construct a chandelier. Below are pictures of the finished product as well as a quick explanation. I …

Cakes!!

Lately, I have had the privilege to make many different cakes for birthday parties and holidays.  Here are some of my latest creations: This cake was for Easter.  It is a vanilla chocolate chip cake with chocolate ganache in between the cake layers.  It is smeared with vanilla buttercream in a half-naked look.  To do …

Chalkboard Wall

I don't know about you, but I'm in love with the recent trend of chalkboard walls.  I mean, they're adorable . . . right?  I decided to turn a small wall into a chalkboard wall.  I hope that these super easy instructions will inspire you to create your own chalkboard wall one day! Supplies: Chalkboard …

Cookie Shots

Lately, cookie shots have been very popular.  However, I don't know if they would be peanut free.  I found this amazing recipe online.  It is really delicious!!  Here are some notes on Milk-And-Cookie Shots. I used a cupcake pan instead of a popover pan.  It worked, but the cookies were shorter. Instead of using chocolate …

Caramel Latte

If you have an allergy like me, you might find it difficult to find a allergen free coffee shop.  I have searched and searched, but finally I decided to make my own.  Here is how to make a homemade caramel latte (from scratch 😉 )! Ingredients: 4.5 oz coffee (decaf or regular) 2 oz sugar* …

Cookie Dough Ice Cream

This ice cream is literally the best I have ever had.... ever.  It is so delicious.  Simply imagine homemade creamy vanilla ice cream and chocolate butterscotch chip chocolate cookies.  Just saying it sounds delicious! For the cookie dough, I make Ina Garten's Chocolate White Chocolate Chunk Cookies but I put in 12oz butterscotch chips (Link …

Wood Signs

A little while ago, me and my friend were going to make some cute wood signs from some wood she had.  Turned out, we couldn't use her wood, but I was so eager to make it that I went to the store and bought the supplies myself.  Ever since, I have continued to try different …