Hi there, I’m Heather, and welcome to My Sweet Precision. Thanks for stopping by my little corner of the internet. I'm a passionate home chef and baker.
I'm currently plunging into my mid-thirties and I love to bake cookies, dance in my pajamas, and curl up and read a good book. When I was younger, I loved to cook, and I had a dream of one day opening my own peanut butter and jelly restaurant. These days, I live in Michigan with my wonderful husband and daughter and work as a data analyst.
Baking is something I consider to be somewhat of a science, which is what I used as inspiration for this blog. I’m good with precise things. I like numbers, I’m kinda nerdy, and I think dedicating 4 hours to making the perfect cupcake is time well spent. Did I mention that my willpower vanishes into thin air when anything with chocolate is set in front of me?
Background and experience
I started My Sweet Precision way back in 2012!
I'm proud to say that I'm a self-taught baker with a passion for making delicious treats. I'm constantly trying new recipes and tweaking the flavors until the end result is something that I'm proud of.
Over the years, I've had plenty of practice, which has led me to a level of baking expertise that I'm truly confident in. With my dedication to research, creativity, and experimentation, you can trust any recipe I put out to be top-notch.
I bake for so many reasons. The creativity and inspiration that I pour into my recipes give me a reprieve from my daily work life. Memories of cooking sweet potato pie in the kitchen with my dad and Christmas cookies with my mom have provided bonds that span generations.
Even remembering the day my husband confessed to entering the pumpkin cheesecake I made for his birthday into his work baking competition and taking credit after it won still makes me smile as I whisk away in the kitchen.
What you'll find on the blog
Here you'll find delicious recipes that are easy to make with simple ingredients. Whether you're a novice or a pro in the kitchen, you'll appreciate the simplicity of my recipes. As an experienced home chef, I believe that making delicious recipes shouldn't have to be complicated.
Most of all, I love helping others learn how to bake and feel the same satisfaction that I do. That's why I started this blog full of easy yet delectable recipes. Here you'll find tips, tricks, and the perfect recipes for every occasion. From cakes to cookies, bread to pies, you'll find something to please your sweet tooth on this blog.
I invite you into my kitchen to share my baking mishaps and masterpieces. I hope that along the way, you will be inspired to venture into your own kitchen, throw on your apron, and try a few of the recipes on my blog!
Publications I've been featured in online
Several media outlets have also shown our blog some love! Check out some of the publications below to learn more!
- Parade: https://parade.com/food/pecan-pie-recipes
- Food 52: https://food52.com/blog/27059-black-history-month-virtual-potluck-2022
- Simply Recipes: https://www.simplyrecipes.com/desserts-juneteenth-eat-the-culture
- The Kitchn: https://www.thekitchn.com/exploring-afrofuturism-through-food
- Cuisine Noir: https://www.cuisinenoirmag.com/19-juneteenth-recipes/
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Most popular recipes on the blog
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Frequently asked questions
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If you'd like to share one of my recipes on your website, thank you! Please identify mysweetprecision.com as the place where you found the recipe. Please use your own photographs and re-word the recipe using your own words.
I started my blog using the camera on my iPhone 4. Nothing fancy, just me and my iPhone for several years. I upgraded to the Nikon D3400 in 2018 and I've loved it! I use a 50mm f/1.8G lens and I couldn't be happier. I have plans to upgrade as I continue to grow.
tableofcolors
What a fun about page...love the wedding photo, such a handsome couple! And the photo of you as a child is just precious and who could pass up the chocolate?!
Heather @ Sweet Precision
It took us quite a few times to get that jumping shot but I really like it too! Yesterday I discovered a new chocolate addiction... Toblerone candy bars!!
emmabarrett1508
Such a sweet photo of you as a child. Your photographs are stunning, so professional. It is great to learn some more about you. Emma xx
Heather @ Sweet Precision
Thank you Emma! I've had fun learning more about food photography and I feel like there's so much MORE to learn too! I was even thinking about taking a class sometime in the future :)
SHIRLEY
I would like to know if it is just one egg or 2 that go in the recipe of oatmeal applesauce muffins. It is written 1 each egg room temperature.
Heather
Hi Shirley, you should use just one large egg in the recipe. Thanks for pointing out that it's a little confusing. I also went ahead and updated the recipe! Happy baking!
Jess
Hi Heather, I just found your blog, and think your photography is AMAZING. You also cook a lot of food that I would love to eat. Keep up the good work, and I look forward to following your posts :-)
Heather @ Sweet Precision
Thanks Jess! My weakness is totally sweets of any kind :) I love baking (and eating) all desserts! Can't wait to head over to your blog and see what you've been whipping up!
Ayesha (Miss Spicy Hat n' Sugar Socks)
Hello Heather I nominated you for an award of excellence...Check it out girl!!
http://kitchensmitten.wordpress.com/2014/01/12/nominated-for-the-award-of-excellence/
Heather @ Sweet Precision
Thank you so much!
simplyilka
Nice blog! Your recipes sound delicious :-)
Heather (Sweet Precision)
Thank you!! :)
Sherri
Good morning Heather, I have nominated you for the One Lovely Blog Award because I think you and your blog are so lovely. Yours for the taking, no rules - yay! - here is the link: http://sherrimatthewsblog.com/2013/11/13/first-frost-melts-in-the-heat-of-dragons-loyalty-award/
Have a simply lovely day :-)
Heather (Sweet Precision)
How kind, thank you so much Sherri! It's been such a pleasure reading your blog. I look forward to many more views from your summerhouse to come!
Sherri
You are so welcome Heather, and likewise. I really look forward to your visits :-)
Professor VJ Duke
You know, I think a PB&J restaurant is just what we need!
Heather (Sweet Precision)
I learned that someone opened up a restaurant in NYC... they are living my dream! ;)
Just Add Attitude
Hello Heather,
What a lovely blog. The photographs are so good, they were the first thing I noticed. I hope your dream comes true.
Heather (Sweet Precision)
Thank you! It's definitely been a learning curve with food photography, it's so challenging but I love it :)
aknewell
I love this blog! I totally relate to a lot of what you talked about in your About Me, and I love your blog!
I have a baking blog as well... I am soon to be an attorney, but I hope to open my own bakey one day. I haven't thrown my dream to the wind yet either! Thanks for your inspiration.
Here is the facebook page link for my blog --> https://www.facebook.com/SweetPrecision?sk=timeline#!/BananasSplit
Bakers inspire bakers!! :) :)
Heather @ Sweet Precision
I love the pictures on your blog!! The spring monster cookies look especially appealing to me as I sit at my desk counting down the minutes until lunch ;) Glad to be a follower now!!
chef mimiimi
I love your photos of you now and then! gorgeous!!!
Sweet Precision
Oh thank you! I found the younger picture when I was going through some older pictures from my parents!!
whiskeytangofoxtrot4
Go figure.... the day I decide to start my "cutting back on all things delish and delectable " regime I find your blog!! LOLOL!!! NOW i want to make everything here!! Super SWEET blog!! Cheers!
Heather (Sweet Precision)
Thank you! I get derailed ALL the time with my blog!! It's hard to follow a New Years resolution to eat healthy when you're surrounded by cookies and cakes ;) Btw, love the photography on your blog- it's beautiful! I'm still trying to learn all the fancy things my camera can do lol.
smileycook
Heyy!
I think your blog is pretty AWESOME and have nominated you for the Super Sweet Blogging Award! For rules/info, visit: http://lifeasaculinarygirl.wordpress.com/2013/02/16/what-a-sweet-surprise-valentines-day-highlights-and-super-sweet-blogging-award/
It is not mandatory, so you can participate if you would like. Congrats!
Heather (Sweet Precision)
Oh my gosh, I'm totally flattered!! Thank you so much :)
smileycook
Anytime Heather! You have an awesome blog and I hope many more see your delicious posts! :-)
smileycook
I think your blog is fabulous! it is so awesome to see many share the same creativity about baking as I do! I cannot wait to see more creations :-)
Sweet Precision
Oh thank you!! I just started out last October so everything still feels really new! I feel like there are a zillion things I want to try baking :) I'm about to head over and check out your blog!!
smileycook
Thank you so much! Your blog is so creative and I cannot wait to read more! I feel the same way, there are soo many different recipes out there I want to tackle its INSANE! Hopefully in time I can really tackle what I want to do :-)
Francesca
Hi Heather. Today, I nominated you for the Super Sweet Blogging Award. Check my post http://florastable.com/2013/01/22/the-super-sweet-blogging-award/ if you are interested. Ciao.
Sweet Precision
Oh my goodness, thank you so much Francesca!! I'm headed over to your blog right now :)
Francesca
Hi Heather.
I nominated you for a couple of awards. Check my post http://florastable.com/2012/12/22/its-been-raining-awards/ if you are interested.
Happy Holidays.
Sweet Precision
I'm completely flattered- thanks so much Francesca!
Leah
I'm so excited to have stumbled upon your blog. Your recipes look great and it seems like you have a lot to share! Like you, I'm an analyst that likes precision and numbers but can't stomp down the baking/cooking bug. :) Happy blogging - I look forward to reading more of your posts!
Sweet Precision
Thanks for stopping by Leah! I'm glad meet a fellow analyst/food blogger- I figure its a pretty unique combination! When I'm not crunching numbers, I'm dreaming about the next concoction that I'll whisk up in the kitchen. Love your site too, especially the crafty projects! Looking forward reading more :)
Stefano
Heather, like I said elsewhere, your blog is AMAZING, as are your wonderful creations and your beautiful photographs. Do you take them yourself?
Way to go!
Take care
Sweet Precision
Thanks Stefano! I'm just getting started with my blog. I do take my own pictures but its totally a learning experience for me since I have absolutely no background in photography! Food is definitely a tricky medium to work with!
Allison
I love your blog! I think we share the same taste in sweets, even though I am not as ambitious as you when it comes to dessert-making... And your photos are wonderful! :)
Heather @ Sweet Precision
Hey there! I just started blogging about a month ago and I feel like I’m still getting the hang of everything- its so much fun and and also alot of work! I’ve been wanting to add some savory recipes to my posts- maybe some soups for the fall. I’m about to pop over and check out your site!!
Clay Hesser
Heather - I got the link to your site from Dee. Looks like it will be a great one...especially to us 'food aficionados!! When I got to the words "Peanut brittle", the hunger pains started...I love it but have always assumed it was tough to make. Anyway, good luck with your site. Clay Hesser
Heather @ Sweet Precision
Thanks for coming to check out my blog Clay! I’m definitely excited to start trying some new recipe ideas, let me know if you have any good gluten free ones!
MOM
I just found this vintage cooking picture of you. Could it be our famous Strawberry Birthday/Valentine's Day Cake? Looks like you will have fun sharing on your new blog.
Sweet Precision
I do indeed believe that is the very cake!! I will have to make it for my birthday this year and then do a post about it. I think I will have to get the recipe from you... I bet it would make tasty cupcakes as well come to think of it!