There’s something about baking when it’s cold out — the smell, the warmth, the cozy energy.

Here are my favorite easy recipes for November nights:

1. Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies

Nutty, sweet, and soft. They make your whole house smell like heaven.

2. Apple Crisp with Oat Topping

Mix apples, cinnamon, sugar, and oats — bake until golden. Best with ice cream.

3. Pumpkin Bread

Moist, spicy, and perfect with coffee. I love baking it on Sundays for a cozy week start.

Bake one, light a candle, and turn on soft jazz. The world instantly feels calmer.