Apple Fritter Loaf Cake is like the happy marriage of an apple fritter to a super moist, cinnamon-y loaf cake. And all you need to make this is one single, lonely apple. Continue Reading…
I interrupt my normal blog posting of desserts and all things yummy, to share with you this creative gift idea and how to make it! Â I never thought of myself as “crafty” until several years ago. Â However, it is something I still struggle with and I definitely have to be in a “creative mood” to do anything crafty. Â So maybe you aren’t crafty, but are looking for a unique present for someone to celebrate a special occasion?? Â A milestone birthday, a golden anniversary, a retirement and more…this idea is perfect for any of those and so easy to make…read on to find out! Continue Reading…
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Today? Â A Cannoli Cream Pie….California style. Â Because I am a California girl. Â And while that is great for MANY reasons, one thing that we are lacking in over here on the left coast, are cannoli’s. Â Truth. Â I have not actually ever had a cannoli before, so if any of my California readers have a place they know of that sells authentic cannolis, then please leave me a comment! Â Luckily for me, my sister is traveling to Boston for work in March, and I get to tag along. Â I am super excited!! Â But in the mean time, I have made a Cannoli Cream Pie with an Original Cannoli Chips Crust to help satisfy those cannoli cravings! Â If you like cheesecake, then read on, because I think you need to replace your next cheesecake with this Cannoli Cream Pie recipe! Continue Reading…
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A yummy, ooooooey, gooooooey S’mores Bar. Â I know it’s February and maybe not technically “S’mores Season” but to me, a S’more is always a good idea. Â Today I bring you a S’mores Bar that is a cookie base, with added marshmallows and chocolate, and then topped with a crushed graham cracker topping, more marshmallows and more chocolate chips! Â Are ya in?! Continue Reading…
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Chocolate donuts, made using almond milk and greek yogurt, then baked instead of fried! Â Do you love donuts, but are looking for a healthier way to satisfy that donut craving?? Â Then baked donuts are the answer! Continue Reading…
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Everything Blondie Bars…like an everything bagel, except it’s all sweet! Â Do you have partial bags of chocolate chips, nuts, marshmallows or a few remaining cookies in the package?? Â If you do, then I have the perfect blondie cookie base for you to add anything to, which will create a dessert that’s sure to impress. Â And it’s easy peasy! Continue Reading…
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Football Themed Birthday Party
For Ethan’s big birthday (turning double digits!!), Ethan wanted to have a football themed birthday party. Â Ethan is all about sports…currently he is playing on a basketball team, next up is baseball then back to football season! Â Ethan picked the theme for his birthday, but said he just wanted his party to be football themed—not team specific. Â Today’s post is about ideas for throwing a football themed party. Â Read on for some football fun! Â But brace yourself…it’s a long and there are a TON of pictures! Continue Reading…
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Mocha coffee cupcakes with a mocha buttercream frosting. Â Espresso powder, brewed coffee and cocoa powder make the base of this mocha coffee cupcake batter, and the mocha buttercream has a hint of cocoa with espresso powder. Â The perfect coffee-chocolate bite, without either the coffee or chocolate overpowering each other. Continue Reading…
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A lighter version of regular meat loaf, using lean ground turkey. Â Today I am sharing with you another family favorite main dish meal. Â And this recipe is firefighter and firehouse approved! Â This is a great one-bowl to one-baking-dish meal that is simple to throw together. Continue Reading…
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Funfetti cupcakes, made from scratch (and no mixer required)! Â Funfetti cupcakes, in case you don’t know what they are, are vanilla cupcakes with the addition of sprinkles to the batter. Continue Reading…
