Easy Sweets

The first time I made this Orange Creamsicle Poke Cake, it was a last-minute decision to bring something bright and fun to a summer potluck. … Read more

One summer afternoon, I found myself craving something sweet but not complicated. I had a box of yellow cake mix, a package of strawberry Jello, … Read more

One summer Fourth of July, I decided to surprise my family with something a little different from the usual barbecue and fireworks routine. I wanted … Read more

I still remember the first time I brought these strawberry pretzel salad bars to a summer potluck. I was running late and grabbed the ingredients … Read more

Last summer, my backyard mulberry tree was bursting with ripe, juicy berries. Every day after work, I’d find myself standing under its branches, plucking handfuls … Read more

One chilly Sunday morning, I woke up to the sound of rain tapping softly against the window and the unmistakable craving for something warm, sweet, … Read more

One summer evening, I found myself staring at a basket of ripe strawberries that were begging to be eaten. I wanted something simple, elegant, and … Read more

One summer afternoon, I found myself staring at a pile of strawberries that were just begging to be used before they turned soft and sad. … Read more

One summer afternoon about five years ago, I found myself hosting an impromptu family get-together with barely any time to plan. The pantry was modestly … Read more

When I was a kid, Easter meant more than just hunting for chocolate eggs—it meant gathering around my Nonna’s kitchen table, where the air was … Read more