Life lately for our family of five has been full of adventures, a lots of real-life moments–both sweet and messy. From an outdoor concert to baking wins (and a flop!) in the kitchen, our days have been anything but boring. Between mowing, keeping up with family life and the housework, there’s always something going on in the Zottola house! Here’s a peek into what we’ve been up to lately.
Recipes
Maple Chai Snickerdoodles Recipe
Imagine this: the warm scent of chai spices and sweet maple wafting through the kitchen. There’s not much cozier than that, right? That’s what these maple chai snickerdoodes deliver. This cookie recipe is a spin on a classic snickerdoodle but adds in a chai-spiced twist with hints of cinnamon, cardamom, ginger, and maple syrup for sweetness.
Whether you’re baking for fall, the holidays, or just craving something warm and comforting, these chai snickerdoodle cookies are soft, chewy, and full of seasonal flavor. The best part? They’re also pretty because they have a maple glaze on top! (more…)

