Category Archives: Desserts & Sweets

Retro Frosted Animal Cookie Cake (and my 1st Blogiversary!)

Posted on January 5, 2015 by Jolena @TheRubyKitchen

January 5th marks a very important occasion for me because it is the 1st anniversary since beginning this journey of starting a blog. It has been a fun journey for me and challenging at times. I have made new friends, pushed … Continue reading →

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Oatmeal Date Cookies

Posted on November 26, 2014 by Jolena @TheRubyKitchen

Happy Thanksgiving everyone! I know that technically it is not until tomorrow. I also know thast technically you aren’t supposed to speak of Christmas until after Thanksgiving but I am just so excited to share these with you I could not control myself. The recipe … Continue reading →

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Ghost S’more Brownies (and a Facebook announcement!)

Posted on October 1, 2014 by Jolena @TheRubyKitchen

Happy October! I decided because it is October 1st I am allowed to share something in the Halloween realm and these decedent ghostly brownies are sure to bring a smile to everyone’s face. I am also excited to share the … Continue reading →

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Chocolate Covered Cherry Mason Jar Cakes (and a road trip)

Posted on September 4, 2014 by Jolena @TheRubyKitchen

Every Labor Day weekend my husband, friends and I cram ourselves into our SUV and make a 6 hour drive to Buffalo, New York.

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Cupcake Smash!

Posted on August 21, 2014 by Jolena @TheRubyKitchen

The birthday party for a one year old really has become quite the affair over that past several years. The planning, guest list and games – it has become similar to planning a baby or bridal shower. All of that … Continue reading →

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(Get on the) Banana Boat

Posted on July 22, 2014 by Jolena @TheRubyKitchen

Okay, this Simple Summer Sweet is not really a recipe at all it is so simple. It is a weekday though so these fit the bill for a fun and simple treat. They are perfect for your camping trip, an … Continue reading →

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Blueberry Buttermilk Biscuits

Posted on July 6, 2014 by Jolena @TheRubyKitchen

I know it is officially summertime when I come home with pounds and pounds of blueberries that I woke up at some crazy hour to go pick from the local farm. I remember going blueberry picking with my grandmother and … Continue reading →

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The Key (to perfect) Lime Pie

Posted on June 28, 2014 by Jolena @TheRubyKitchen

Key lime pie is my father in laws favorite dessert. So for this past Father’s Day I wanted to make him one, since store bought ones always seem to taste like lime-flavored chemicals or packaged gelatin mixes. Key limes are … Continue reading →

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Gooey Brownie Cookies

Posted on May 30, 2014 by Jolena @TheRubyKitchen

Cookies are not typically a summer thing but I am here to make a case for them. These are the cookie version of brownies, adapted from Bon Appétit magazine. Spoon on a scoop of ice cream to make even more … Continue reading →

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Firecracker Crispy Treats

Posted on May 24, 2014 by Jolena @TheRubyKitchen

Summertime if finally here and what better way to kick it off than with a mini-series of summer treats? Summer is full of activities from lazy days at the pool to cookouts so throughout the summer I will be posting … Continue reading →

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