Keep It Sweet Blog

Strawberry Lemonade Cupcakes and a Special Guest Post

Posted on July 24, 2011

A few weeks ago, my mom made these delicious cupcakes for us to enjoy down the shore.  They are the perfect combination of tart and sweet, but even better than that, the perfect representation of summer in color and flavor.  It was a recipe I wanted to include on the blog, but what better way…

Chewy Chocolate Covered Pretzel Bars

Posted on July 20, 2011

This has been one of those weeks so far: Our bedroom A/C has been broken since last Monday but won't be fixed until next Monday, never mind the 100 degree weather I thought I figured out the source of my daily stomach pains but was proved wrong, the mystery continues As a result of the…

Cajun Brownies with Potato Chips

Posted on July 19, 2011

I’m so excited to share a guest post from Lynn at The Actor’s Diet.  I like to think of her as a celebrity blog friend:-)  Lynn documents her daily eats and her life in LA so well that readers feel like they know her.  Although she enjoys dessert, she doesn’t normally do a ton of…

Strawberry Banana Bread and Childhood Friends

Posted on July 18, 2011

Another summer weekend has come and gone and I feel like time is really flying.  I spent this past weekend in Philly for a bachelorette party and bridal shower for one of my best friends since fourth grade.  One of my favorite things about weddings is the series of events where you get to be…

Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Mini S’mores Pies

Posted on July 14, 2011

This will be the first in a series of guest posts throughout the summer.  I have some great bloggers joining us to share some of their favorite desserts!  I'm excited to start with Erin from The Spiffy Cookie.  She has a wonderful blog with creative and delicious recipes and this one is amazing!  Some of…

Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies

Posted on July 12, 2011

Sometimes you just want a chocolate chip cookie.  There are very few things that smell as good warm out of the oven and even fewer things that will illicit a memory as wonderful as dunking a homemade chocolate chip cookie into a cold glass of cold milk. My fond memories of eating the cookies standing…

Root Beer Float Ice Cream Cake

Posted on July 11, 2011

I’m guest posting for sweet Madison of Espresso and Cream while she is off getting married and honeymooning. Head to her blog to get my Root Beer Float Ice Cream Cake recipe!

Chocolate Covered Strawberry Cupcakes

Posted on July 6, 2011

Who doesn’t like chocolate covered strawberries? And what is good in fruit form, has to be better in cupcake form.  Am I right? Chocolate Covered Strawberry Cupcakes? Yes please! These dense little cupcakes have a lovely hint of strawberry that pairs so well with a generous spread of chocolate frosting!  If you are looking for…

Can’t Get Enough

Posted on July 5, 2011

How was everyone’s weekend? Mine was good, especially since a 3-day weekend means a 4-day work-week. I love how that happens:-) Matt and I went out to the Hamptons to visit his Parents for a couple days and then went to a college friend’s wedding on Sunday night. It was a lot of fun being…

Amazing

Posted on June 30, 2011

Amazing.  We raised ~$850 for cancer research through yesterday's bake sale!!!  Thank you so much to everyone who participated in bidding and donated delicious treats!  My family and I are so thankful.  If you did not have the opportunity to take part in the bake sale but are interested in helping Steve meet his goal…