These Swedish Chocolate Cookies, often called “chokladsnittar” in Sweden, are a go-to cookie whether for everyday fika or Christmas time. Disclosure: Some of the links below are Amazon affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Simple. Fuss-free. Pretty. Rich chocolate flavor. Crowd-pleaser. These are words that come to mind when I think […]

These strawberry cardamom oat muffins are delicious at breakfast, with a cup of coffee for fika, or really, anytime. Whole grain and bursting with flavor!

The Swedish tradition of fika. It’s more than just a coffee break. Here’s why you need this joy-bringing habit in your daily life.  First of all, what is fika? Fika (pronounced fee-ka) is the Swedish tradition of taking a break in one’s day to enjoy a cup of coffee or tea and a little something […]

These are our go-to vanilla cupcakes. They are perfect for celebrations as well as creating your own small moment of joy. I don’t make cupcakes very often. In fact, most of the time that I make them it’s at the request of my younger son, now 11. Just today, which happens to be the second […]