October 2021 archive

Must Have Monday: Top 5 Bedroom Essentials

Quarantine may be ver, but that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t have an awesome bedroom once more! Clear out the empty pizza boxes and let’s get decorating!

1.Throw Pillows. The bed should be comfy and aesthetically pleasing!

2. LED Lights! Vibe lighting is essential.

3. Saucer Chair or Bean Bag. Just the bed isn’t enough, lots of comfort is required.

4. Rug. Just a rug.

5. Lap Desk. You should be on your bed when your working right?

That’s all for now!

 

Throwback Thursday: We Thought It Was Cool Then

Everyone has that bunch fo things that we used to do or watch or wear because we thought it was cool. But now as we get older we are interested in new and old things. Let’s take a look at some old trends!

  1. Yo mama memes. It’s the same joke every time. Respect your mothers kids.
  2. Gru memes.

3. Caliou

4. Fidget Spinners. I actually had one of these!

5. Dabbing. Please, please stop. Just stop.

6. Pokemon Go and Cards.

7. Water Bottle Flipping. This still is done sometimes as throwback fun or youtube challenges.

8. Rainbow stuff, it just was.

9. Certain celebrities were in, like Taylor Swift and others.

10. Unicorns? Still don’t get that.

 

 

 

My Dream Bedroom!: A Little Slice of Heaven

My top five needs for my dream bedroom!


I love my bedroom, but the grass is indeed always greener. Like everyone, I do have quite an idea for a dream bedroom. But the first thing to be stated, I would love a city skyline view for my bedroom, that is the main thing that I want for my bedroom.


Bedroom Necessities

1. A nice super comfy bed with lots of pillows and a fluffy blanket. I will be sleeping for at least 12 hours a day (Probably)

 

 

 

 

 

 

2. A really cute mini-fridge! I need room for all the fanta and dr pepper.

3. LED lights! I gotta get that vibe lighting.

4. A super comfy couch! I need somewhere to sit and watch TV don’t it?

5. Elliptical. I probably should burn off those McDonalds calories.

(I hit the max amount of links, I I will make a part 2!)

How To: Making Banana Bread!


Introduction:

If you’ve got bananas laying around and you know how to spell bananas, this recipe is for you!


Ingredients:

    • 3 ripe bananasor 1 ½ cups mashed
    • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flouror oat flour
    • 2 eggs
    • ¼ cup maple syrupor honey
    • 1 tsp baking soda

    For a boost of flavor you could also add:

    • ½ tsp cinnamon
    • ¼ tsp salt
    • mix-ins of choice, (chopped walnuts or pecans, chocolate chips, raisins, etc.)

Instructions:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Prepare a 9×5-inch loaf pan with foil or parchment and spray with cooking spray.
  • Add all ingredients to a blender and blend until smooth. Pour batter into prepared loaf pan. (If desired, stir in any mix-ins, or sprinkle on any toppings.)
  • Bake 45-50 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
  • Allow cooling completely before cutting.
  • Store in an airtight container on the counter for up to 3 days or in the fridge for a week.

Enjoy your fresh banana bread!

How to: Microwaved Mug Cakes


Introduction

Whenever you want to enjoy a cake but not have to do the work, then this recipe is the perfect solution! Mug cakes provide the enjoyment of cake, but not all of the work. Let’s get cooking!


Ingredients:

  • 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 4 tablespoons milk (or dairy-free milk)
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons flavorless oil (sunflower, vegetable or coconut oil)
  • 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon Funfetti sprinkles

Instructions

  • In a microwavable mug whisk together the flour, sugar, and baking powder.
  • Add in the milk, oil, and vanilla and mix until just combined. Stir in the sprinkles.
  • Microwave for roughly 45 seconds – 1 minute, or until firm to the touch (timing is based on my microwave which is 1200 Watts so your timing may vary).
  • Serve warm with frosting, ice cream or cream.

Now sit back, relax, and enjoy your (near) effortless mug cake!

How To: Making Raspberry Mint Brownies!


Have you ever made raspberry mint brownies? Yum! All the fudge, tang, and minty goodness! Let’s bake!


Ingredients:


Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 350ºF. Line with parchment and lightly grease an 8×8” baking pan.

  2. In a medium bowl, whisk the flour, salt, and cocoa powder together. In a separate bowl, rub the mint leaves into the sugar with your fingers for about 30 seconds, it should be very fragrant.

  3. Put the chocolate and butter in a large glass bowl and microwave for 30 seconds. Stir, and repeat until the chocolate and butter are completely melted and smooth. Add the sugars. Whisk until completely combined. The mixture should be room temperature.

  4. Add 2 eggs to the chocolate mixture and whisk until combined. Add the vanilla and stir. Do not overbeat the batter at this stage or your brownies will be cakey.

  5. Sprinkle the flour mixture over the chocolate mixture. Using a rubber spatula (not a whisk), fold the flour mixture into the chocolate until just a bit of the flour mixture is visible. Fold in the chocolate chips and raspberries.

  6. Bake in preheated oven for 40-50 minutes or until a toothpick comes out with moist crumbs attached.

  7. Cool brownies completely before cutting into 16 equal squares with a very sharp knife.

  8. Brownies will keep in an airtight container at room temperature or in the refrigerator for up to 1 week, or in the freezer for up to 3 months.


Enjoy your brownies!