Cocoa Krispies Treats: An Elevated Childhood Classic The scent of melting marshmallows always takes me back to my grandmother’s kitchen. She wasn’t a fancy baker, but her Cocoa Krispies Treats were legendary. They were the perfect balance of sweet, chocolatey, and delightfully chewy. I remember eagerly anticipating the moment she’d let me lick the spoon … Read more
Martha Washington Pie: A Sweet Slice of Nostalgia My grandmother, bless her heart, wasn’t much of a risk-taker in the kitchen. Sunday dinners were reliably roast chicken, mashed potatoes, and green beans – comforting, yes, but never particularly exciting. Except, that is, when Martha Washington Pie made an appearance. This wasn’t a frequent occurrence, which … Read more
Touchdown Treats: Cocoa Krispie Footballs for Game Day I remember the first time I bit into a crispy rice treat shaped like a football. It was at my little brother’s pee-wee football game, and my mom had brought a whole platter of them. The combination of the familiar, comforting sweetness and the playful shape just … Read more