Seasonal Living Resources

There’s something deeply grounding about baking in winter, especially recipes that have been passed down through generations. These Vanillekipferl, traditional German vanilla crescent cookies, feel like the embodiment of the season: tender, nutty, lightly sweet, and meant to be enjoyed slowly. Originating in Austria, these are an easy addition to the Holiday treat tray.

The Winter Solstice always invites me to slow down and honor the quietest turning point of the year. It’s the longest night, a pause, before the light begins to return. This year, I marked the solstice not with anything elaborate, but with warmth, intention, and simple rituals that felt deeply grounding.

These Pumpkin Pie Mix Chocolate Chip Muffins are soft, fluffy, and full of cozy fall flavor — the kind of treat that makes your whole kitchen smell like autumn. Made with canned pumpkin pie mix (not plain purée), these muffins come together in minutes and already have the perfect balance of sweetness and spice built right in.

As the seasons shift and winter approaches, many people think about how to strengthen their immune systems and fend off the inevitable cold season. One natural remedy that I recommend and use with my family is elderberry syrup. Learn how to make your own with this easy-to-follow step-by-step guide.

Ingredients: 2 cups all-purpose flour 1 cup sourdough discard 1 tsp baking soda 2 tsp baking powder 1 tsp of Cinnamon 3 Tbl Sugar 1 1/2 cups oat milk 2 large eggs 1 teaspoon salt 1 Apple diced Directions: Preheat your skillet over medium-low heat for 15 minutes Combine all your dry ingredients in a bowl and mix until it's combined. Mix wet ingredients in a different bowl and add to your dry ingredients. Add in your diced apples. Melt 1 teaspoon of butter in your hot skillet.