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I think I have finally perfected this blueberry mu I think I have finally perfected this blueberry muffin recipe, and I had to share it with you!

These homemade blueberry muffins are perfect for breakfast ideas, lunchbox additions, or easy meal prep recipes to keep on hand throughout the week.

Baking from scratch can seem intimidating at first, but with a little practice and a bit of passion, you’ll be surprised by what you can create. 

There’s something so satisfying about pulling a tray of golden muffins out of the oven and knowing you made them yourself.

I love that this recipe has officially earned a spot in my family’s recipe collection. It’s one of those recipes I find myself making again and again because everyone enjoys it, and they never seem to last very long.

🫐 Check out my blog for the full recipe and save this for your next baking day!

#BakingInspiration #SnackIdeas #ToddlerMealIdeas #MuffinRecipe
I almost didn’t share today because the morning di I almost didn’t share today because the morning didn’t go as planned, I was tired and a little overwhelmed. However, I’m glad I documented ❤️. Sometimes, it’s not about being perfect but simply showing up! 

#LivingInGermany #MotherhoodAbroad #Expatlife #GermanyLiving
A super quick and light lunch packing recap for my A super quick and light lunch packing recap for my toddler who goes to German kindergarten ❤️. Have a wonderful weekend! 

On the menu: 
Veggie pasta
Falafel
Energy Ball
Strawberry

Lunchbox: @OmieLife

#LifeInGermany #EasyLunchIdeas #ToddlerLunchIdeas #ToddlerLunchBox
After putting this post together, I realize I cook After putting this post together, I realize I cook and bake a lot! And it’s pretty surprising but it has been a lot of fun. What should I make next? 

I have a recipe for a few of these dishes and meals on the blog already, but if there is something else you’d like a recipe for feel free to ask! 

#GermanKitchenStories #LifeInGermany #LivingAbroad  #MealIdeas #BakingInspiration
Pack lunch with me for my toddler who attend kinde Pack lunch with me for my toddler who attend kindergarten in Germany! 

Today’s Menu: 
* Sourdough Pizza
* Seaweed
* Cucumbers with tan
* Snack pack with: Cookies/crackers and Nutella, apple sauce, clementines, and cashews

Lunchbox: @OmieLife

#LifeInGermany #LunchPacking #ToddlerLunchIdeas #ToddlerLunchBox
I found tortillas at my local German grocery store I found tortillas at my local German grocery store so, we are making tacos together! 

Ingredients for my marinated tacos: 
4 garlic cloves
1/4-1/2 cup of cilantro
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard 
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon olive oil
Flank steak or beef of your choice - would make a good chicken or fish marinade too! 
Toppings of your choice

#livingingermany #internationalfoodideas #dinnerrecipes
I got a comment saying it would be good for my chi I got a comment saying it would be good for my child and me to learn German by speaking with each other, and I am definitely trying to do that more! Thank you fo the suggestion and for all of your supportive comments on my last video. 

Today’s Menu

Gluten Free @Barilla Pizza Pasta (I know, I’m in a pasta rut)
Cucumbers
Blood orange
Mango coconut overnight oats
Unsalted cashews
Blueberries

Lunchbox: @OmieLife

#LifeInGermany #LunchPacking #ToddlerLunchIdeas #ToddlerLunchBox

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I’m so glad today’s lunch wasn’t a complete fail 😂 💪. 

Today’s menu: 
Pasta with red sauce
Carrot sticks
Pineapple and blueberry cup
Lemon white chocolate square from @rittersport

Lunchbox: @OmieLife

#LifeInGermany LunchPacking ToddlerLunchIdeas ToddlerLunchBox
This was the push I needed to finally sign up for This was the push I needed to finally sign up for language classes. I start next month!

#lifeingermany #momlifeabroad #intentionalliving #livingingermany
I’m so glad today’s lunch wasn’t a complete fail 😂 I’m so glad today’s lunch wasn’t a complete fail 😂 💪. 

Today’s menu: 
Pasta with red sauce
Carrot sticks
Pineapple and blueberry cup
Lemon white chocolate square from @rittersport

Lunchbox: @OmieLife

#LifeInGermany #LunchPacking #ToddlerLunchIdeas #ToddlerLunchBox
There’s something really special about making your There’s something really special about making your own birthday cake.

This year, I decided to stay home, keep things simple, and bake something just for me. Something rich, comforting, and a little nostalgic. 

So, if you are looking to have a chocolate moment soon, then look no further than this delicious double chocolate layer cake recreated from Ina Garten’s recipe in the 2014 Annual Cookbook from Food and Wine.

My version of this recipe can be found on thejazzynation.com

@foodandwine @inagarten
#chocolatecake #cakerecipe #Baking #springgbaking #bakingrecipes
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  • January 15, 2023

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  • January 8, 2023

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