As I sit here at my computer screen anticipating my Project Food Blog video post, I can’t help but wonder, “What do I write? Do I just show the video? Do I hide under my desk with a basket full of Christmas Blondies listening to Bing Crosby?”
[Trust me, I have to hide these from my husband…]
I ponder these deep thoughts as I stare at the screen before me. I sip some celebratory Merlot because 8 long nights of video editing sucked the life out of me and I need to feel blood pumping through my veins again. Before I know it, my cheeks have a lovely red glow to them perfect for the holiday season.
And then, like a bolt of lightning from the Baking Gods above, it hits me plain and simple.
I love this.
I love the recipe creation, the baking, the photography, and the taste-testing (wink, wink). Even baking disasters have their value. For example, this morning, I learned that one should never pour boiling water into Arrowroot powder (try it, I dare you…).
The only thing I love doing more than these things, is having the privilege to share my passion with you. I feel extremely lucky to be able to do what I do everyday. This blog right here is the part that leaves me running from my kitchen to my desk, typing away furiously with excitement and a dorky grin.
I don’t take myself or my food too seriously and my hope is that you will walk away from this video excited to create magic in your own kitchen. All of the recipes are a cinch to whip up and even the most fearful baker can have recipe success.
Laugh at yourself, forgive your baking flops, and most of all, take some time for yourself this holiday season.
My goal was to create unique and easy Blondie recipes that would also be easy on the budget during an otherwise expensive time of the year. The Blondie In A Jar gifts cost under $3 to make!
All you have to do is print out the recipe cards, attach them to your filled jars, and then ship them to my address to your friends and family or give them as a hostess gift.
[Please note that butter can be substituted for vegan butter spread (this is also indicated on the recipe card).]
Now go and get your holiday bake on!
Just be sure to save us some.
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Voting is now open for Challenge #7. I appreciate your support in advancing me to round 8!
I LOVE IT! Angela, you are adorable :) amazing job!!
Love it!!! Love it!!! Thank you soo much. You took care of about 8 gifts for christmas! Which is awesome cause I am on a really tight budget.
I love the video and all of the blondie recipes! The outtakes were so funny, especially the “peppernut” blondies. Your video looks so professional and well done. You could totally have a cooking show :) Thanks for all of the recipes. I can’t wait for the holidays so I can make them!
Adorable! I love it!
Ohmygosh I love this!! It was definitely worth the wait :) And you’ve got me salivating, even though I’m stuffed beyond belief right now…
This is GREAT, I can’t wait to make these for the holidays, thank you so much Angela! :)
LOVE LOVE LOVE this <3 I can't wait to make these for my friends!!! You have the greatest ideas and you are so inspiring!!!! Def have my vote again :)
You’ve got my vote! Absolutely amazing, inspired and FUN video. You definitely glow, girl, and I’ll be making these at home and to give as gifts!
xoxo
Maggie
P.S. I’m a longtime reader, first time commenter. Having never seen you on video before, you’re EXACTLY how I imagined! Cute, fun, smart, sassy, poised, etc. I’m so impressed! (But not at all surprised.) :)
Wow, thank you! :) Too kind. I am glad you weren’t let down…haha ;)
LOVE it! You are too cute. I can’t wait to make these for gifts! Of course, I will have to taste test them all first… Good luck with Project Food Blog!
Your video was awesome, the bloopers are hilarious and the fireplace part made me laugh out loud hahaha. I have one question – if I wanted to sub real eggs for the flax ones how many would I use?
Thanks and congrats!
It’s so fun to hear your voice! You and Eric are hilarious :)
I don’t think I’ve ever commented on your blog before, but I’ve been lurking for a long time. But after watching that video I thought I’d say something…You’re so darn cute! I loved the video! It put a huge smile on my face. I bookmark a TON of your recipes, and I definitely think I am going to have to make these blondies when I go to my in-laws for Christmas. They will be a huge hit!
Ahhhh I LOVED it! You came across as so sweet and so happy to be doing what you’re doing…good luck!!!
I LOVE it! The bloopers are my fav. Very funny and added a lot of personality to the video.
And I’ll be making those “pepper nut” blondies this Christmas. :)
I love this and love the recipes!!!!! You are gorgeous and have an awesome personality :) It was so great to hear your voice!!!!
I loved your video!
It is definitely so nice to get a peek into a blogger’s real life, hear your voice, etc.
I’m glad you practiced for the next challenge, ’cause I can’t imagine you won’t make it through!
Great job!
OMG That is the best idea ever!!!! They look so delicious. I wouldn’t be able to stop eating them!
Awesome job! Loved those bloopers :) And I’m going to try making those asap!
Awesome video. I do this cookies in a jar idea every year and love it. Great ideas and nice of you to add the print out card. You have my vote!