The first time I made this Citrus Burst Sorbet was during a heatwave when everyone in the house was melting and begging for something cold. I didn’t want to hand out sugar-loaded popsicles, so I threw together fresh citrus, a touch of honey, and ice in the blender. The result? A frosty, zesty treat ...

I remember the first time I had strawberry rhubarb crisp  it was at a potluck with paper plates and lawn chairs, and it tasted like pure summer. That sweet-tart combo hit just right. When I started making it myself, I added an oat-almond topping that gets golden and crisp, while the fruit bubbles un...

One of the first “fancy” desserts I ever made for a party was this Fresh Fruit Pizza. I was short on time, had random fruit in the fridge, and needed something fun. It turned out so beautiful, and people raved about it like I’d baked a masterpiece. It’s now a go-to in our house — especially during s...

I made this Lemon Blueberry Icebox Cake one hot July afternoon when I didn’t dare turn on the oven. My youngest had friends over, and I needed something fast, fun, and cool. One bite and everyone — including me was obsessed. It’s creamy, zesty, sweet, and feels like sunshine in every layer. And the ...

There’s something about fruit crisps that instantly brings me back to my grandma’s kitchen. But when I started eating cleaner, I wanted something just as cozy without all the sugar and flour. That’s how this Raspberry Almond Crisp came to life. It’s juicy and tart, with a crunchy almond-oat topping ...

Back when my kids were little, I used to dream about a 5-minute escape from the chaos — just enough to feel like me again. One summer evening, I started playing around with leftover citrus and a splash of tequila while prepping dinner. What came out of that shaker was sunshine in a glass — tart, swe...

I remember one summer evening, the kids were playing in the sprinkler, and dinner was winding down on the patio. I wanted something light and sweet, but not heavy. I threw together a few things we had in the fridge—Greek yogurt, fresh berries, and some crunchy granola—and bam, this parfait was born....

For the longest time, I was not a baker. I could cook dinner like a pro, but baking felt... intimidating. Then one spring, I made these blackberry lemon cupcakes for a baby shower, and suddenly, I felt like someone who could bake anything. The fresh blackberries burst with sweet juice, the lemon zes...

A few summers ago, I hit a heatwave slump. The kids were begging for ice cream, I was craving something cold—but I didn’t want the sugar crash that came with it. That’s when I remembered the Italian granita I’d tried years ago during a girls’ trip. Light, fruity, and melt-in-your-mouth delicious. So...

Sarah’s Story:

I first made this Blueberry Muffin Ice Cream Cake on a hot July weekend when the oven felt off-limits and I needed something special for dessert. My kids were obsessed with muffins, I had a carton of fresh blueberries, and a tub of vanilla ice cream that needed to be used up. After a...

Sarah’s Quick Story

I’ll never forget the summer I bit into a peach so sweet it dripped down my chin — and I knew I had to turn that sunshine flavor into a frozen treat. Back when I was trying to clean up my eating, I thought ice cream was off the table. But then I learned how to make healthier ver...

I still remember the first time I made this peach cobbler. It was one of those chaotic Thursday nights — dishes in the sink, laundry halfway folded, and everyone asking, “Is there anything sweet?” (You know that moment, right?)

Instead of grabbing something processed from the pantry, I opened the f...