Drink your fill of decadent, European-style hot chocolate at home with my Spiced Hot Chcolate.
Why is Spiced Hot Chocolate the book-inspired recipe for I’m Mostly Here to Enjoy Myself?
We’ve all seen the videos on Instagram of impeccably dressed waiters pouring thick hot chocolate into waiting mugs at Parisian cafés.
This chocolat chaud is treated as the ultimate decadence, the ultimate luxury. Something you should treat yourself to...
I've made this Apple Spice Cake an embarrassing number of times this autumn. BECAUSE IT IS JUST THAT FREAKIN’ GOOD.
This addictive lil' snack cake is going to be your go-to dessert for the rest of cozy season.
Why is Apple Spice Cake the book-inspired recipe for The Writer’s Table?
While reading The Writer’s Table, I noticed that many writers prefer simple desserts. Something easy and delicious that will impress guests but won’t take...
Happy Halloween, Tartlets! I can’t think of a better way to enjoy a cozy autumn evening than with a hearty helping of this Apple Cider Beef Stew.
Why is Apple Cider Beef Stew the book-inspired recipe for The Frozen River?
Cider comes up quite often in The Frozen River. The novel is set during a New England winter, and steaming hot, stick-to-your-ribs stews are always on the menu at the village tavern. Main character Martha often grabs...
Why, yes. That is a roasted banana on top of my Cinnamon Swirl Banana Bread.
Thank you for noticing!
Get ready for the most decadent of banana breads, Tartlets. I'm excited to share this one with you today.
Why is Cinnamon Swirl Banana Bread the book-inspired recipe for Haunted Ever After? Banana Bread is main character Cassie’s favorite treat to get from Nick’s coffee shop in Haunted Ever After. Nick woos her by sending her pieces and...
Get ready for fall with this Autumn Farro Salad!
Why is Autumn Farro Salad the book-inspired recipe for Infinite Paradise?
Infinite Paradise is a memoir that embraces seasonal living and eating. Author Beeaff enjoys so many wonderful-sounding meals throughout the year at her house in the Canadian wilderness. I love the concept of eating in tune with the seasons. It’s a great reminder that fall brings tons of delicious produce to the table,...
This adorable 6-inch Honey Crunch Cake is the perfect way to close out the summer and ease into cozy fall flavors.
Why is Honey Crunch Cake the book-inspired recipe for Bees in June?
One of my favorite things about Bees in June is all the food talk. Main character Rennie whips up Southern staples at her local diner like fried chicken, pot roast, plenty of casseroles, and lots of cakes.
But the crowning glory of Rennie’s culinary skills is...
We're halfway to Halloween with these Easy Big Bad Wolf Claw Cupcakes!
Okay, a little less than halfway. I’m not that bad at math; I know I’m about a month off. But these claw mark cupcakes are giving me seriously spooky vibes even though it’s June.
Why are Big Bad Wolf Claw Cupcakes the book-inspired recipe for When the Wolf Comes Home? Main characters Jess and the kid she’s taking care of are chased by a werewolf throughout When...
Hi, my name is CJ, and I’m a Raisin Rugelach addict. And I’m so happy about it.
How have I gone 41 years of my life -- while living in North Jersey – without experiencing good rugelach before?? I may have tried some supermarket rugelach here and there, but obviously none of it was very memorable. Now I know why – I never had homemade rugelach before.
My eyes have been opened.
Why is Raisin Rugelach the book-inspired recipe for...
These Winter Wishing Cookies are the dessert that will keep you cozy, warm, and full of good intentions all winter long.
Why are Winter Wishing Cookies the book-inspired recipe for Grateful As F*ck?
If there's one baked good I’m grateful for, it’s cookies.
Well, I’m grateful for most carbs, really. But cookies make me especially happy about life.
I did a lot of baking this past Christmas season since I was hosting a dessert open house,...
Welcome, Tartlets, to my last recipe post of 2024!
I can’t think of a better way to end the year than with a batch of these deliciously decadent Easy Overnight Chocolate Spice Cinnamon Rolls.
Why are Easy Overnight Chocolate Spice Cinnamon Rolls the book-inspired recipe for Alaska for Christmas?
In Alaska for Christmas, main characters Isla and Aaron live in a small wintry town that lives and breathes Christmas. It's filled with holiday...
