Olivia Hartwell

Olivia Hartwell

Chocolate Peppermint Brownie Cookies

Chocolate peppermint brownie cookies on a plate, a festive treat.

I remember the first time I made Chocolate Peppermint Brownie Cookies for my family. It was a chilly December evening, and the faint scent of pine lingered in the air as we decorated the Christmas tree. I wanted to create…

Marshmallow Hot Cocoa Surprise Cookies

Marshmallow Hot Cocoa Surprise Cookies on a cooling rack, topped with mini marshmallows.

I remember the first time I made Marshmallow Hot Cocoa Surprise Cookies. The air was crisp, and the snowflakes danced outside my window. I stood in the cozy warmth of my kitchen, where the smell of chocolate filled the space.…

Brown Sugar Cinnamon Caramel Cookies

Delicious brown sugar cinnamon caramel cookies on a plate

I remember the first time I baked Brown Sugar Cinnamon Caramel Cookies. It was a chilly autumn afternoon, and the leaves outside danced in the crisp air. I had invited some friends over, and I wanted to create a cozy…

Triple Lemon Meringue Cheesecake

Triple Lemon Meringue Cheesecake with a smooth, creamy layer and lemon topping

As a chef, I find pure joy in creating desserts that make people smile. One of my fondest memories is baking with my grandmother on warm afternoons. She always had a way with citrus desserts, especially lemon meringue pie. The…

Old-Fashioned Butter Mints

Plate of old-fashioned butter mints in pastel colors

I remember sitting in my grandmother’s kitchen, the warmth of the sun filtering through the curtains and the soothing sound of her humming filled the air. She always had a special treat waiting for us, but nothing was quite like…

Sugar Cookie Cheesecake

Delicious sugar cookie cheesecake topped with cookie crumbs

As I stand in my cozy kitchen, the scent of sugar cookies fills the air, wrapping me in warmth. I recall the bright, joyful faces of my family during holiday gatherings. Each holiday season, I find myself surrounded by laughter,…

Hot Chocolate Cheesecake

Delicious hot chocolate cheesecake topped with whipped cream and chocolate shavings.

I remember the first time I made Hot Chocolate Cheesecake. It was a chilly winter evening. My family gathered around the kitchen, each of us wrapped in cozy blankets. The scent of chocolate filled the air, and it felt like…

Red Velvet Snowballs

Delicious red velvet snowballs dessert with cream and sprinkles

I remember the first time I made Red Velvet Snowballs. It was a chilly afternoon in December. The warmth of the kitchen felt so good against the cold outside. I wanted to create something special for my family. Red Velvet…

Cranberry, Orange & Pecan Muffins

Freshly baked Cranberry Orange Muffins with pecans, a delicious breakfast treat

I still remember the first time I baked Cranberry, Orange & Pecan Muffins. It was a chilly morning, and the scent of fresh oranges and warm cranberries filled my tiny kitchen. My kids ran in, excited by the fragrance that…