JavaCupcake https://javacupcake.com/ Where Recipes Meet Real Life Thu, 01 Jan 2026 20:19:21 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.0 https://javacupcake.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/cropped-JC-icon_round_salmon-32x32.png JavaCupcake https://javacupcake.com/ 32 32 Chunky Split Pea Soup with Ham https://javacupcake.com/2025/01/chunky-split-pea-soup-with-ham/ https://javacupcake.com/2025/01/chunky-split-pea-soup-with-ham/#respond Thu, 23 Jan 2025 20:50:07 +0000 https://javacupcake.com/?p=30574 It's winter on the farm here in Virginia, and when I say it's cold, I mean "your-coffee-freezes-before-you-finish-it" cold. The roads are iced over, Matty's on a school delay, and the well-water filtration system? Oh yeah, that's busted too. Life's messy, but the one thing keeping us warm-besides five layers of clothes-is this Chunky Split Pea...

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]]> https://javacupcake.com/2025/01/chunky-split-pea-soup-with-ham/feed/ 0 Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Waffles https://javacupcake.com/2024/09/pumpkin-chocolate-chip-waffles/ https://javacupcake.com/2024/09/pumpkin-chocolate-chip-waffles/#respond Thu, 19 Sep 2024 23:19:46 +0000 https://javacupcake.com/?p=30480 Fall is officially here, and that means it's time for pumpkin everything! Whether you're a pumpkin latte lover or you live for pumpkin pie, I've got a new pumpkin favorite for you: Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Waffles. These waffles bring together the rich, cozy flavors of pumpkin with the indulgent sweetness of chocolate chips-making them the...

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]]> https://javacupcake.com/2024/09/pumpkin-chocolate-chip-waffles/feed/ 0 Cinnamon Roll Ice Cream https://javacupcake.com/2024/03/cinnamon-roll-ice-cream/ https://javacupcake.com/2024/03/cinnamon-roll-ice-cream/#respond Sat, 30 Mar 2024 23:59:39 +0000 https://javacupcake.com/?p=28220 Dive into the creamy, dreamy world of cinnamon roll ice cream-an easy, no-churn delight that combines the warm, comforting flavors of your favorite breakfast treat with the refreshing coolness of ice cream. This indulgent recipe promises a fuss-free dessert experience, making it the perfect addition to your culinary repertoire. Here's how to whip up this...

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]]> https://javacupcake.com/2024/03/military-family-healing-journey/feed/ 0 Wildflower Smash Cake https://javacupcake.com/2023/09/wildflower-smash-cake/ https://javacupcake.com/2023/09/wildflower-smash-cake/#comments Tue, 12 Sep 2023 17:13:21 +0000 https://javacupcake.com/?p=28816 A wildflower smash cake perfectly captures nature's spontaneous beauty, representing resilience, freedom, and new beginnings. The vibrant hues of wildflowers and their dance with the wind symbolize hope and the wild spirit in all of us. It was only fitting that such a cake became the centerpiece for little Aspen's first birthday celebration. The Inspiration...

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]]> https://javacupcake.com/2023/09/wildflower-smash-cake/feed/ 1 Gluten Free Pumpkin Cookies https://javacupcake.com/2022/09/gluten-free-pumpkin-cookies/ https://javacupcake.com/2022/09/gluten-free-pumpkin-cookies/#respond Wed, 14 Sep 2022 08:27:12 +0000 https://javacupcake.com/?p=28179 This small batch recipe for gluten-free Pumpkin Cookies makes cookies that are soft, sweet, and full of warm spices. The coconut sugar perfectly complements the pumpkin, creating the ultimate fall treat and can be easily doubled. Why I Love These Gluten Free Fall Cookies These healthy cookies are like little pieces of Fall in a...

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]]> https://javacupcake.com/2022/09/gluten-free-pumpkin-cookies/feed/ 0 Pumpkin Pie Trifle https://javacupcake.com/2022/09/pumpkin-pie-trifle/ https://javacupcake.com/2022/09/pumpkin-pie-trifle/#respond Tue, 13 Sep 2022 13:26:03 +0000 https://javacupcake.com/?p=28157 Pumpkin pie trifle is a cool and creamy spin on a classic Fall dessert. With alternating layers of thick pumpkin pudding and fluffy whipped cream, this pie-inspired dessert is easier to make than a traditional pie but is just as tasty and comforting! Why I Love this Easy Pumpkin Cream Trifle Who doesn't love a...

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]]> https://javacupcake.com/2022/09/pumpkin-pie-trifle/feed/ 0 Apple Pie Pancakes https://javacupcake.com/2022/09/apple-pie-pancakes/ https://javacupcake.com/2022/09/apple-pie-pancakes/#comments Mon, 05 Sep 2022 11:49:16 +0000 https://javacupcake.com/?p=28202 Apple Pie Pancakes are an easy way to add some fun Fall festivity to breakfast time! Packed with sweet and tangy applesauce and warm spices, these moist and flavorful pancakes are sure to bring a sense of coziness to any crisp fall morning. Why I Love These Easy Apple Pancakes Want a quick and easy...

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]]> https://javacupcake.com/2022/09/apple-pie-pancakes/feed/ 2 Rhubarb Berry Tart https://javacupcake.com/2022/02/rhubarb-berry-tart/ https://javacupcake.com/2022/02/rhubarb-berry-tart/#respond Sat, 12 Feb 2022 10:44:00 +0000 https://javacupcake.com/?p=26253 I'm so excited to participate in this Valentine's event (again). This is the sixth year of our event and we want to continue to make a difference in the fight against pediatric cancer. (Side note: Did you see my Peanut Butter Snickerdoodles from last year? SO GOOD.) Cancer is the #1 cause of death of...

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