Return of Pudding... Again

Hello dear fans of I Hope There's Pudding!

I know you have missed us and our country-wide adventures of desserts.

Well, I've got good news and bad news. The good news is that we are returning to write about delicious desserts for you all! The bad news is we are no longer doing desserts across America.

I know. Tragic.

We are going to making what we want on our time. We both enjoy baking, but at our own paces. Life happens to all of us and it felt more like a chore, than something we wanted to do.

Now, I know what you are thinking... Shut up Amanda and show us the desserts. Don't worry, I hear you. Today I bring to you something simple, since I just wanted to alert the world that we were back.

I present to you, edible cookie dough. Since it is super easy to make, I had help from my little helper with making this.

I got this recipe from Unbaked Bar. I discovered this company from an Instagram ad a few months back, and let me tell you, THE BEST. So, I don't have the recipe in a link for you, but you can get the cookbook. Or just order some dough. Or a cookie bomb. Either way, you won't be disappointed.

She really is a good helper. Pro tip: Let your butter actually get to room temperature before using it. I was on a time restriction and impatient, so my texture was a smidge off. But it was still tasty.

Until next time, friends. 💜
Amanda, xoxo

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