Reese’s Puffs Marshmallow Treats

by Jennifer // October 18, 2018 // 18 Comments

The other day, when I was on Fall break from school, I naturally arose, wide awake, at around 6:30 AM, and decided to do a little early morning baking. My cookie bars were all ready to go into the oven,... Continue reading →

Apple Cinnamon Bundt Cake

by Jennifer // October 8, 2018 // 8 Comments

Yesterday a few of the girls got together to hang out, eat brunch, and do a puzzle. We all sipped pumpkin spice coffees and many of us wore flannels, because it’s October and why would we be doing anything else... Continue reading →

Chocolate Chip Zucchini Bread

by Jennifer // September 18, 2018 // 2 Comments

The other day my principal walked into my classroom with a zucchini the size of a small child. He said a parent had grown it in her garden, and had brought it into the school office as a gift. The... Continue reading →

Double Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Bread

by Jennifer // August 12, 2018 // 2354 Comments

This might sound like a slightly dramatic way to start a blog post, but the story of this banana bread is a story of trauma. TRAUMA I SAY. In fact, my heart rate is elevating right now, as I think... Continue reading →

Cinnamon Swirl Chocolate Chip Bread

by Jennifer // March 17, 2018 // 8 Comments

Daylight savings, parent-teacher conferences, kids that have suddenly gone nutsos, and burned-out teachers. I am describing, in case you haven’t experienced the aforementioned for yourself, the week before Spring break. It’s one of those weeks that you try to prepare... Continue reading →

Strawberry-Blueberry Muffins with Cinnamon Streusel

by Jennifer // May 25, 2017 // 1 Comment

Let me get this out of the way first before I continue: there is no chocolate in these muffins. Not even a morsel. I know, I know, that is essentially unheard of for my recipes. I’m usually of the mindset... Continue reading →

Triple Chocolate Banana Bread

by Jennifer // April 24, 2017 // No Comments

Throughout my childhood, my dad, one of the most hardworking and economical men I know, taught me that you should never, ever let food go to waste. There were often times that he practiced frugality in excess, such as when... Continue reading →

Whole Wheat Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Muffins

by Jennifer // February 20, 2017 // 11 Comments

It’s no secret that my favorite combination in the entire world is peanut butter and chocolate. If you didn’t know that about me, you probably haven’t been reading my blog for too long. I am mildly obsessed with peanut butter (and... Continue reading →

Dark Chocolate Chip Banana Muffins

by Jennifer // July 24, 2016 // 2 Comments

Teaching in a middle school over the past couple of years, I often find myself trying to recall my own time in junior high. Part of me hopes that through this type of reflection, I can better understand the unusual, awkward experiences... Continue reading →

Berry Smoothie Bowl

by Jennifer // May 14, 2016 // 2046 Comments

As the end of the school year approaches, and with our move to Colorado coming in less than two months (eeeek!) , it feels as though every upcoming weekend until the move is jam-packed. There are reports to write, boxes to... Continue reading →