I’m like a big candy cane during this time of year. If it’s labeled “peppermint”, I’m in. Sign me up. All over it.

I’ve been loving my cheap Suave Peppermint Bliss shower gel, Coffeemate Peppermint Mocha creamer and Yankee Cranberry Peppermint candle.

This morning, after all my errands were run, I treated myself to my first CBTL Peppermint Ice Blended of the season. I didn’t think about the caloric intake, I just delighted in every sip that came up the trademark purple straw! Ahhh, pure joy!

This afternoon I made espresso brownies for Jay’s work potluck tomorrow.

No, there’s no mint involved, but these are beyond good. That’s all I will say. You should really see for yourself!

Here are the ingredients:

Here is the final yumminess:

Here is the recipe:
Espresso Brownies

Perhaps next week I will try these:
Peppermint Brownies

…with crushed candy canes on top, of course!