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Don’t toss hardened brown sugar away without trying one of these tips to soften it first!

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July bursts with sunshine, barbecues, and mouthwatering summer flavors. It’s also the time to celebrate the season with patriotic flair! So fire up that grill, deck out your space with festive decor, and get ready to create a menu bursting with red, white, and blue inspiration. Planning a Fun-Filled Fourth of July The Fourth of July is the perfect time to celebrate summer with friends and family....

Menu Planning: Patriotic Cookout Guide | From Scratch Baking It’s time to celebrate the season with patriotic flair, so get ready to create a menu bursting with red, white, and blue inspiration.

High school graduation cookies

Graduation cookies

Seven

June is the official kick off to summer. And with that, those warm sunny days and long evenings we’ve craved during those cold months are finally here. As the weather heats up, I like to cook outdoors, making this the perfect time for grilling dinner. June also brings with it an array of great produce, which is perfect for those lighter meals, like salads....

Menu Planning: Grilling, Salads & More | From Scratch Baking From firing up the grill for a BBQ or trying a new salad, fresh fruits and veggies offer endless possibilities for delicious meals in summer.

Classic whipped cream, also known as Creme Chantilly, is basically heavy cream that has been whipped until it is light and airy and is flavored with sugar and vanilla. Homemade whipped cream is the perfect finishing touch for many desserts and drinks. And, while store-bought whipped cream is a good substitute when you’re short on time, there is nothing quite like homemade whipped cream, which tastes better and is easy to make....

Mastering Homemade Whipped Cream | From Scratch Baking Homemade whipped cream whips up light and fluffy in minutes. It is the perfect finishing touch for many desserts and drinks.

Maple brown sugar cookies
While these should have a maple icing, I chose to just coat in sugar prior to baking. So good!
Recipe from

Chocolate cupcake with chocolate buttercream & chocolate sprinkles

Lemon cupcake filled with lemon curd and then topped with a lemon cream cheese frosting

Cookies for those students who’ve volunteered over 50 hours of time at Geneva High School. Congrats on your accomplishment!

White chocolate dipped pretzels

As the weather warms up, our culinary cravings naturally shift towards lighter, fresher flavors. This is the perfect time to embrace the fresh, seasonal ingredients that this time of year offers – from mangos to leafy greens, let’s get inspired with our menu planning for the month ahead. The Freshest Produce of the Season Spring brings a burst of freshness to the produce aisle, especially with many fruits and vegetables that are now in season....

Menu Planning: Fresh and Light Meals | From Scratch Baking Find seasonal inspiration for healthy and flavorful weeknight meals that celebrate the best of fresh spring produce.

Decorated pretzels | white chocolate chip, white chocolate sprinkles, chocolate mint, chocolate sprinkles

Traditionally, Buckeye candy is peanut butter “fudge” that is partially dipped in chocolate so that it resembles the Ohio buckeye tree nut. And, while this no-bake candy is a tasty treat, for those with a peanut allergy, this confection is something to avoid…until now. Now, anyone can enjoy this classic treat, thanks to one ingredient swap – SunButter for the peanut butter....

A Nut-Free Twist on Buckeye Candy | From Scratch Baking Made with creamy sunflower seed butter, SunButter Buckeye Candies are a great nut-free alternative to the classic buckeye treat.

Prepping meals ahead of time is a game-changer for busy individuals looking to save time, eat healthy, and avoid the temptation of eating out. This month’s menu planning centers around the art of meal prep, providing step-by-step instructions, along with meal ideas geared for meal prep. Five Benefits to Meal Prep Meal prep is more than just a time-saving technique; it’s a successful strategy for maintaining a healthy and balanced diet....

Menu Planning: Meal Prep | From Scratch Baking Prepping meals ahead of time is a game-changer for busy individuals looking to save time, eat healthy, and avoid the temptation of eating out.

The perfect addition to your dessert table…

Indulge with Easter Ricotta Cookies | From Scratch Baking Easter Ricotta Cookies, dipped in a powdered sugar glaze with colored sugars and sprinkles, will make any holiday dessert complete.

Make nut-free candy eggs | recipe up on the blog ⬇️

Make Candy Eggs for Easter | From Scratch Baking If you love peanut butter cups, you’ll love this homemade version of candy eggs – and it’s a perfect addition to your Easter dessert table!

Irish Soda Bread is a staple of Irish cuisine. It is made with simple ingredients and baked into a round loaf. But, what if you could enjoy all the goodness of traditional Irish Soda Bread in a convenient, handheld form? Enter Irish Soda Bread Muffins—a delicious twist on the classic recipe that combines the same ingredients with the convenience of individual muffin servings....

Make Delicious Irish Soda Bread Muffins | From Scratch Baking Irish Soda Bread Muffins allow you to enjoy all the goodness of traditional Irish Soda Bread in a convenient, handheld form.