from my kitchen to yours 💕

a little intro to all those who have gathered over the last year

Hey friend,

I’m so glad you’re here.

I wanted to take a second to introduce myself, especially if we haven’t had the chance to chat yet. I’m Rachael, the pajama wearing, coffee obsessed, home baker behind Valley Girl Kitchen. I’m a mama of three, and I started this whole thing during nap time with a mixing bowl in one hand and a baby monitor in the other. (yes, literally!)

Since then, Valley Girl Kitchen has grown into something really special. It’s not just about baking anymore, it’s about community. It’s about creating recipes that feel joyful and nostalgic, and sharing them with other bakers who want to turn their love for baking into something bigger.

If you're a paid subscriber (or thinking about it), you get instant access to my full archive of over 100 recipes (scroll through and look at all the pics on my page) — cookies, layered bars, mini cake flights, and more. These aren’t just pretty treats… they’ve been tested, tweaked, and proven to sell by hundreds of amazing cottage bakers all over the place. That part makes me emotional if I think too hard about it.

Every recipe I write comes from the heart. I take a lot of pride in making sure they’re reliable, creative, and worth your ingredients because I know how much time, money, and love goes into every single bake.

But more than anything, I care deeply about the people in this community. Whether you're just getting started or you’ve been selling for years, you belong here. I hope this space feels like a cozy kitchen table where you can sit down, take a breath, and feel seen.

So if you're ready to dive in, or if you’ve been peeking in from the sidelines, becoming a paid subscriber is the best way to join the fun and support the work I do here. You’ll get my best recipes, behind the scenes help, and all the baked good magic straight from my heart to your kitchen.

Thanks for being here. Truly.
I’m so grateful for you.

with love & warm cookies,
Rachael 💕