Baking & Sweets

Welcome to the sweet side of our kitchen – baking & sweets. From homemade breads and family-favorite treats to simple desserts made for sharing, these are the recipes that bring a little extra joy to our table.

I love baking because it turns ordinary moments into memories — a warm loaf of bread on the counter, a special treat after dinner, or the smell of something delicious filling the house.

Here you’ll find our favorite homemade baking recipes, created for real families, everyday moments, and plenty of reasons to gather around the table.

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    Edible Peanut Butter Playdough

    Emily’s Notes This edible peanut butter playdough has saved more than one rainy afternoon in our house. It’s one of those simple activities that keeps little hands busy, sparks creativity, and has the added bonus of being completely safe if a little taste happens along the way. I love finding activities that don’t require a long shopping list or hours of preparation. With just a few pantry ingredients, you can create something that’s fun to…

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    Easy Peanut Butter Fudge

    Emily’s Notes This peanut butter fudge is one of those simple little treats that always feels special. It doesn’t require fancy ingredients or a lot of time, but it delivers that perfect combination of creamy, sweet, and comforting. I love recipes like this because they remind me that homemade doesn’t have to mean complicated. Sometimes the best moments happen when we’re making something easy in the kitchen and sharing it with the people around us….

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    Roasted Pumpkin Pie from Scratch (Using Fresh Pumpkin)

    Emily’s Notes This pumpkin pie will always be a special one in our family because it truly started from the ground up — literally. The pumpkin we used for this pie was grown right here on our farm in Uganda. From planting the seeds, watching the vines grow, harvesting the pumpkin, roasting it in the oven, and turning it into a homemade pie, this recipe became about so much more than dessert. There is something…

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    Soft Homemade Bagels Recipe (4 Easy Flavors – Better Than Bakery-Style)

    Emily’s Notes There is something so satisfying about making homemade bagels. The process takes a little time, but there is a special kind of joy that comes from creating something from scratch and then gathering around the table to enjoy it together. These bagels have become a fun family favorite in our home because everyone gets to choose their favorite flavor. Some days we keep it classic with plain bagels, while other days we make…

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    Soft & Moist Banana Bread (Easy 3-Loaf Recipe)

    Emily’s Notes This banana bread is one of those recipes that has become part of our family story. I make three loaves at a time because I always think, “Surely we’ll have enough to freeze one for later.” Somehow, that never happens. Between breakfast, afternoon snacks, and little hands coming back for “just one more piece,” these three loaves disappear faster than I expect every single time. I love this recipe because it’s simple, comforting,…

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    Soft Sandwich Bread (2 Loaves)

    Emily’s Notes There is something special about homemade bread. The smell filling the kitchen, a warm slice fresh from the oven, and the simple joy of making something from scratch for the people you love. This soft sandwich bread has become one of my favorite recipes to make for our family. It makes two loaves, which is perfect for keeping one on hand for the week and sharing the other with friends, neighbors, or storing…