Bob's Red Mill paid us to write this post about the classic Victorian sponge recipe, but we didn't promise to say nice things about them. We do that because we actually think they're great. Find our ...
Christmas
How to Make Oven Pancakes
Let me introduce you to your new weekend favorite, the Nutella® Oven Pancake. I know, I know...it sounds hard and like it doesn't belong on NellieBellie where we believe in simple and easy. First of ...
Butter Cake with browned butter buttercream
Yes, Bob's Red Mill did pay us to make this awesome butter cake. But they did not pay us to taste it...okay, scarf it down like we hadn't eaten in days. That was all us! Find our full ...
Sex on a Snowbank Cocktail
What on earth is with the name? Humor, that's what. We don't take things too seriously around here and this Sex on a Snowbank Cocktail is proof of that. And proof that when you live in MN, you need to ...
classic Thumbprint Cookie recipe
Along with Peanut Butter Blossoms, Jam Thumbprint cookies are a Christmas cookie classic that are baked and frozen in mass quantities in preparation for the Holidays. Truthfully, I don't manage much ...
easy Peanut Butter Blossoms
Is there a more traditional holiday cookie recipe than the Peanut Butter blossom? We sure don't think so! Peanut butter blossoms come in so many variations and flavors. You can use peppermint kisses, ...
classic Peanut Butter Cookie recipe
Truthfully, my family thinks the gluten-free recipe is the BEST peanut butter cookie recipe there is. But for those of you that prefer a classic...this is the best. This is the recipe you ...
Cacao Nib Honey Caramels
We are so very excited to introduce one of three new contributors to NellieBellie. Haley is a fellow Minnesotan, a lovely lovely lady, a talented blogger, and all-around fantastic gal. She will be ...
How to freeze cookies
Freezing cookie dough is a fantastic idea (and a great gift idea, as well!) because it allows you to have fresh-baked cookies without a lot of fuss. Granted, it's not AS fast as freezing cookies that ...
the BEST oatmeal chocolate chip cookies
Do you have a favorite kind of cookie? Maybe you love a good ginger cookie, or the good ol' chocolate chip cookie? Or perhaps you like it a bit fancier with a meringue or macaroon. All good choices. ...
How to Make Homemade Candied Peanuts
This post is sponsored by Tastefully Simple, though as always, we only write about things we love! It's no secret that we love treats around here. But contrary to how it may appear ;), ...
how to make Sharpie ornaments
We got a request by Sharpie to create 4 Christmas ornaments featuring their metallic Sharpies that they could use for advertising on Amazon. Our response...heck yes! Yes, we do make money from ...
Gingerbread Tree with sugar-free cream cheese frosting
Have you ever made a gingerbread Christmas tree before? Maybe not. I bet you've made a gingerbread house, though. And dealt with the mess, the frustration, and the less-than-satisfactory final ...
Homemade Toffee Recipe
I realize that claiming this is the BEST homemade toffee recipe EVER is bold. But I'm going to do it anyway: This easy homemade toffee recipe is the BEST EVER! “We are a participant in the Amazon ...
the BEST Gingerbread cake recipe
Imagine Christmas trees, pretty packages, cinnamon spice, reindeer, coal, and little Elves all wrapped up and shoved in your face. That's what this is; Christmas. And if you have never made ...
our tried and true Holiday Dessert Recipes
The time of year is approaching when most of our free time tends to be spent in the kitchen. We love it! Seriously, we do. While we might not always enjoy cooking, and often ...
the BEST Molasses cookies
Usually Nellie makes the recipes around here. She comes up with ideas like Ginger Apple Cookies and Butternut Cake, figures out how to make them, and then wows everyone with how delicious the recipes ...
The Pumpkin Gingersnap Pie you never knew you needed!
We have updated the photo and recipe for this pumpkin pie post which first appeared in 2013 (though we left many original photos as well). This recipe is amazing and delicious! We want to bring ...
Healthier green bean casserole
Green bean casserole is a holiday must-have alongside brown sugar glazed carrots and your favorite stuffing. The mixture of beans, mushrooms, onions, and delicious creaminess is an expected part of ...
Jammy Dodger Cookie recipe
Before we get to the making of the jammy dodger cookies, a note about the picture above...If you haven't seen Doctor Who before, then it will make no sense. The robot-like creature with a plunger for ...
Tex Mex eggs benedict with habanero hollandaise sauce
Oh my goodness times infinity!! This recipe, you NEED this one in your life! Unless you are anti-spice or anti-eggs; then this one isn't for you. But, on a Saturday morning I cannot imagine anything ...
How to make Santa keys (free printable)
It was a sad Tuesday evening when Levi discovered that our new apartment didn't have a chimney. Technically, it has a chimney. But, it has long since been closed up and plastered over. He wasn't ...
Handmade gift ideas from & for the kitchen
Another gallery of handmade gifts to give you inspiration and ideas for your own gift-giving this year! From easy fudge, to mini cake stands, and spinach pesto. Some of my favorite and best gift ...
How to make easy ornaments (with Sharpies)
I'm not really a Christmas decoration kind of person. I love them in the store...so pretty! But, I'm not keen on buying things with such a short look-at-value in my home. Same thing with making ...
How to make a monogram ornament.
Sometimes I run across something while perusing pretty things that speaks to me. These glitter monogram ornaments from Pottery Barn spoke to me. They said..."you can make these so much cheaper!". When ...
Simple steps to make a diy wooden nativity.
I've never owned a nativity set before. I just generally don't like them. I find them chinzy, or fake, or overly elaborate, or a hundred other negative things. They all just seem a bit ridiculous ...
How to make a snowglobe ornament
First, if you are in my family and your name starts with a D or a C…go away. and pretend to be surprised. and do the proper amount of oohing and aahing. Second, this is a simple, quick little ...
