King Cake Macaron Recipe for Mardi Gras

February 24, 2017 · by Justin Hankins

King Cake Macaron Recipe for Mardi Gras

It’s been two years since I posted a proper macaron recipe and even longer since I celebrated a proper Mardi Gras. Put ‘em together and whaddya got? Here’s my King Cake macaron recipe just in time for Fat Tuesday. The King Cake is an essential part of any Mardi Gras celebration. Honoring the Three Kings […]


Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Shortbread Cookies

May 3, 2015 · by Justin Hankins

Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Shortbread Cookies

I don’t think there’s anything in the world my girlfriend loves more than the combination of chocolate and peanut butter. She likes either one just fine by itself, but mix them together and get outta the way because she’ll knock your ass to the floor when she pounces. It’s therefore no surprise she suggested these […]


Soft Pretzel Bites with Cheese

April 4, 2015 · by Justin Hankins

Soft Pretzel Bites with Cheese

We were staying in the countryside of northern Michigan’s Leelanau Peninsula when an impending snowstorm threatened travel for several days. Knowing we’d be stuck inside the farmhouse for a prolonged period of time, we decided to make a ton of snacks to keep ourselves busy, fat and happy. Our first project was my favorite soft […]