Little reminds me more of childhood and in particular hot summer days than ice cream sandwiches.  Back then they were the store bought chocolate cookie and vanilla ice cream variety – something I still love.

But I thought I would kick it up a notch with this decadent homemade version – still chocolaty and full of vanilla ice cream, but definitely next level.  Be warned, they are decadent and large!  You may want to split one with someone … or save half for later 😉

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If you’ve been following me for a while, you’ll know I love to bake.  In the kitchen, baking for those I love, is my happy place.  Although I would be hard pressed to pick my most favorite thing to bake, scones have to be a front runner.  They are simple, light, fluffy and perfect with that first cup of coffee or tea of the day.

These scones are particularly easy and especially good.  Enjoy!

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There is something so comforting about a warm piece of banana bread, especially on a gloomy day like today.

What I love most about banana bread is that it’s a great way to use up the stash of over-rip bananas in my freezer, it travels really well (very shareable 😉 and it can be frozen for a lovely snack for another time or when company stops by at the last minute – you’ll look like the hostess with the mostess with minimal effort 🙂

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