New Motherhood: A Brief Report from the Trenches
Friends, hi! I didn’t think I’d have anything wise to say about motherhood by my first Mother’s Day, and six weeks in, that expectation holds true. In one hand, I’m holding the cup of coffee I’ll never quite manage to drink while it’s hot – ever again. In the other, the memory of the last few Mother’s Days I spent privately wanting this *gestures broadly at baby swaddled in bassinet, stained nursing bra, and breast
No-Bake Eton Mess Sundaes (The Perfect Mother’s Day Dessert)
An easy no-bake Eton Mess sundae made with strawberries, vanilla bean whipped cream, and crunchy (store-bought!) meringue. This easy Mother’s Day dessert is simple, fresh, strawberry sweet, and perfectly messy in the best way! FRIENDS, HI!! I’m popping in from maternity leave (I know… I haven’t even properly introduced you
The Bakehouse Texas Big Buttermilk Biscuits Jammers
These big buttermilk biscuits bake up tall and flaky with a sweet jam center that turns glossy and caramelized in the oven! Breakfast never felt so bakery-worthy (especially since the bakery is literally in my backyard). We opened The Bakehouse Texas (my monthly backyard bakery pop-up here in Bellville) last
The Bakehouse Almanac, April 2026
Friends, April’s Almanac comes to you by way of my dear friend and favorite contributor, Amy Estes. As I step into maternity leave and the whole business of matrescence, I’m so grateful to have Amy here to guide us through the month. I hope to be back in May with
My Favorite Easter Brunch Recipes for a Cozy Spring Table
I love an Easter brunch because it feels like the true gathering meal of spring. It’s one where we set the table whether it’s pouring a spring rain outside or the sun is sweet enough to pull us onto the patio to eat outdoors. I come to Easter with a
The Bakehouse Almanac, March 2026
Welcome to The Bakehouse Almanac; a monthly ritual I’m so glad you’re here for. At the top of each month, this little almanac will land like a note taped to the fridge accompanied by a mug of coffee slid across the counter. It’s our monthly guide of sorts: a mix of
Bakery-Style Chocolate Oatmeal Lactation Cookies
Bakery-style nursing cookies made with oats, flax, brewer’s yeast, and chocolate chips. Thick, chewy lactation cookies baked tall with crisp edges and soft centers – perfect for new moms and absolutely stocked in my freezer. A few weeks ago I shared my pregnancy news with you and goodness, friends… you
The Baker’s Secret for Cakes That Never Stick
This simple homemade cake release is brushed into pans so cakes slide out cleanly every time. Made from a two-to-one ratio of fat to flour,
Is Joy the Baker Pregnant? Yes, you guys! Here’s the story behind the bump.
Hello, friend! I’ve been sitting on this piece of writing for a few months now. I’m going to talk about infertility and pregnancy – both
7 Bright Citrus Recipes to Beat the Winter Blues
A cozy winter citrus recipe roundup featuring oranges, lemons, grapefruit, and blood oranges to brighten the darkest days of the season. There’s a particular shade
The Bakehouse Almanac: February 2026
Welcome to The Bakehouse Almanac — a new monthly ritual I’m so glad you’re here for. At the top of each month, this little almanac
Notes From An Estranged Sister
I wrote the essay below on January 25, 2026, before I took a much needed social media break for my health. I published it in response to a social media post my estranged sister shared several days prior, unprompted, declaring to the internet that I am “MAGA.” Because the internet
The Bakehouse Almanac: January 2026
Welcome to The Bakehouse Almanac — a new monthly ritual I’m so glad you’re here for. At the top of each month, this little almanac will land like a note taped to the fridge accompanied by a mug of coffee slid across the counter. It’s our monthly guide of sorts:
My 18 Best Birthday Cake Recipes
January is supposed to be about fresh starts, good intentions, and maybe drinking more water. Luckily, one of my most reliable habits is birthday cake. While the rest of the world is easing back into routines, I’m over here daydreaming about frosting swirls, that romantic wisp of candle smoke, and
Perfect Cheddar Chive Scones with hot honey butter
These cheddar chive scones are big, flaky, and full of sharp cheddar and fresh chives, finished with whipped hot honey butter for a savory-sweet brunch favorite. I needed a savory offering for last month’s Bakehouse Texas Bakery Box—something cozy and familiar, but still special enough to hold its own among
