Kitchen Witch Recipe: Vanilla Mug Cake

Kitchen Witch Recipe: Vanilla Mug Cake

Who doesn't love a little cake? This is good for a quick, fairly simple individual serving that can be made in the microwave. And of course, I'm witch-ifying it with the correspondences. This is a good one for a self-love ritual, or for any workings to help comfort.

Ingredients

1/4 c all purpose flour

1/2 tsp cornstarch

1/2 tsp baking powder

2 tbsp salted butter (softens and relieves energies)

3 tbsp sugar (sweetens your disposition)

1 tsp vanilla extract (love and comfort)

3 tbsp milk

1/2 tsp sprinkles (optional!)

Directions

In a small bowl, combine flour, cornstarch, and sugar. Whisk together to combine.

Add better to large mug and microwave until melted.

Stir sugar, vanilla, and milk into melted butter.

Add flour mixture to mug and stir to form a batter. If you're using sprinkles, gently stir them in.

Microwave 1-2 minutes. It should be puffy but still shiny. Let the cake rest 2-3 minutes. It will continue to coon through in this time.

If you want to add more magic to this, you can absolutely make a ritual out of it. Incorporate pink candles, rose quartz, roses, lavender, whatever makes you feel the most loved and comfortable. Invoke any deities (I always call on Aphrodite for this).

Émile Bayard: Summoning the Beloved Dead (1870)

 💫 Why Protection Magic Is Useful (even if you have no enemies)

A lot of witches will tell new witches (baby witches) that they should start by learning and using protection magic. However, I've started to see a lot of witches say that protection magic is not as important as other witches claim it to be. Saying that they don't have anyone coming after them or an enemy in real life to warrant a spell of protection.

I think this may also be due to how I've not personally come across anyone really explaining why a witch may want to use protection magic all the time.

Now, it is true that there's no need to be paranoid all the time and have protection up 24/7. But here's a list where you may use it, find it useful, or haven't thought protection magic could be included.

An actual person -- This one is obvious, you have an enemy in real life or on the internet and you need protection magic to protect you from their curses.

A malevolant spirit -- They can come from your windows, mirrors (including tv screens, computer screens, and other reflective surfaces maybe), they seep through floor cracks, hanging onto your coats from outside, etc. Just like how you'd use garden gloves to avoid dirt up your nails being trapped there. Protection magic is just like putting on those gloves.

An energy -- Say you have a neighbour who's arguing with someone. They're yelling and screaming and it can be heard through the apartment walls. That negative energy is seeping into your home and your energy. So it may be worth protecting your home and energy from that sour neighbour's energy. (ever been scolded by your mother and your mood is sour? it's kind of like the same here.)

Your own spell -- Now a self-love spell is probably not something you should protect yourself from. But let's say you're doing a curse. It would be a smart idea to make sure you're protected before beginning such a spell. Much like how you'd wear an apron to protect your clothes from stains when cooking food. You may not always spill your food when cooking, but damn it is it annoying when you do and the stain won't wash off. It's the same with a spell.

Unintentionally -- Sometimes things can happen that's out of our control and it's a good idea to be a little prepared. A black cat suddenly running across the street? Bad luck. Someone got jealous when you told them something good? Evil Eye. Think of it as going to the store with an extra bag for your groceries. You may not need it, but isn't it handy when you at one point do need it?

Protection magic doesn't have to be elaborate or grand or be convoluted. Protection magic is powerful but also extremely simple. All you need is a horseshoe above the door, a little talisman in your pocket, a sigil for your car, etc.

So don't dismiss the importance of protection magic. It may help to improve your spellwork and your energy.

Honoring a God is very deeply transformative. Even when you’re not actively “working” with them, even when you’re simply taking in their essence and making an offering here and there! My advice to someone who wants to learn about a deity is to learn from this deity. What can they teach you, as a mythological and divine figure? What are the positive changes that came to be since you’ve started venerating them? Notice these changes and let yourself learn and be guided by the deities you love!

Reposting my old post from my old deleted account (desertwaterwitch).

This is an easy protection/purification spell I did a few years ago. I’m no kitchen witch, but I was sick and I wanted to gain something from the food I was about to eat, so I did this.

1. Choose your soup

2. Sprinkle some basil in it! You won’t taste it.

3. Stir it clockwise so you bring that protection/purification to you. Tell it (in your head or out loud) what you’d like to gain from it).

The end! 🥣

Morning Energy Boost Ritual☀️🧡✨

(GIF is not mine!!)

Some mornings I find it hard to actually get out of bed and get myself ready to face the day ahead. So here is the simple mood boosting ritual I carry out in the mornings (when I have the time!) to give myself that extra kick and really get myself prepared for the day, feeling confident in myself and prepared for whatever may come my way🧡

What you will need:

• Orange or lemon essential oil

• A glass of water

• A small piece of citrine or clear quartz

Steps:

1. Prepare the Space: Find a quiet space to sit in the morning.

2. Essential Oil: Put a few drops of orange or lemon essential oil on your wrists and take a deep breath.

3. Hold the Crystal: Hold the citrine or clear quartz in your hand.

4. Positive Affirmations: Say positive affirmations such as, “I am energized and ready to take on the day,” and “I attract positive energy.”

5. Drink Water: Drink the glass of water slowly, visualizing it filling you with energy and light.

6. Carry the Crystal: Carry the crystal with you throughout the day to maintain your energy boost!

I hope that this little ritual can help you all feel a bit more positive about the day ahead! Sometimes a quick energy boost is what you need to get you started!✨🧡