This back to school season, make up a batch of apple shaped cupcakes to celebrate the new year! I think fall is my favorite time of year. Not because I like the autumn season best, but because it ushers in so many other things that I love. That, and this blog is … [Read more...]
Mystery Pie: vintage recipes
Also known as Ritz Cracker Pie or Soda Cracker Pie, this simple Mystery Pie yields a crispy shell and nutty, rich filling. When I'm feeling stuck in a rut in the kitchen I like to flip through old church cookbooks. Often I'll see a recipe for something that I grew up with and … [Read more...]
Chocolate Covered Banana Bites
Indulge in a sweet treat without going completely overboard with these Chocolate Covered Banana Bites! The crispy chocolate shell is perfect with frozen banana slices. I love an easy recipe. I especially love an easy recipe with just a few ingredients. Even better? When it … [Read more...]
Easy Eclair Cookies
Bring these no bake Easy Eclair Cookies to your next summer party. Creamy filling and rich chocolate topping makes them the perfect bite-sized treat! This post was sponsored by Nabisco as part of a Influencer Activation for Influence Central and all opinions expressed in my post … [Read more...]
Pineapple Pie
Tart and creamy, this refreshing Pineapple Pie is a perfect summer dessert! One of my favorite things to do is flip through old church cookbooks looking for hidden gems. Yes, many of the recipes are a bit of a vintage nightmare (Velveeta Fudge?!? Seriously?) but often I will … [Read more...]
OREO Brownie Trifle
Be the hero of your next family gathering with this delicious OREO Brownie Trifle! Fudgy brownies, creamy pudding and Oreo cookies layer beautifully and they taste even better! We were invited to some friends' house for dinner and I volunteered to bring dessert. I like dessert. … [Read more...]
Deep Fried Cookie Dough
Edible (egg free) cookie dough that's battered and deep fried to crunchy perfection! Deep Fried Cookie Dough is a county fair treat you can make right at home. Raise your hand if you've been to the county fair this year! While I love wandering the halls looking at all the unique … [Read more...]
Firecracker Jello Cups
Perfect for 4th of July or Memorial Day celebrations, these Firecracker Jello Cups are a delicious pop of color on the party table! It's May. MAY, people! Memorial Day is this month! The school year is over in a matter of weeks! How is this even possible?!? I can't be the only … [Read more...]
Easy Luau Recipes and Ideas: Mango Salsa
Fresh and easy, this Mango Salsa is perfect for dipping or as a topping on fish and chicken! Make it along with other easy luau recipes and ideas for the perfect backyard party this summer! Last week we celebrated the end of the homeschool co-op year with a luau. We studied … [Read more...]
Day at the Beach Jello Cups
Day at the Beach Jello Cups are perfect for a summer party. The best part is once everyone is done eating the yummy treat, you can just throw away the dishes! Try them for your next luau or pool party. A few years ago I posted some easy luau recipes and ideas, including these … [Read more...]
S’mores Eclair Cake
This S’mores Eclair Cake is an easy no bake dessert. It tastes just like an eclair or a Boston cream donut. Make it ahead for an easy potluck dessert! Long before the invention of Pinterest, this Eclair Cake recipe was my “go to” dessert recipe for parties and family … [Read more...]
Easy Easter Cupcakes: how to make small batch cupcakes
Looking for something to do with the kids over Spring Break? Make these Easy Easter Cupcakes and put some of that Easter candy to good use! Spring is here and Easter is right around the corner! I've been so caught up with creating new Crockpot Express Recipes that I let the next … [Read more...]
