Although Christmas is my favorite holiday, I have to say fall/autumn is my favorite season. The leaves changing colors, opening the doors and windows to let the fresh crisp air into the house and I can cook and bake again. My family was so happy to see me turn the oven on again. They knew it was the beginning of … Read More ...
Cotton Candy Cupcakes
The other thing great about fall and end of summer is fair season. We always go to the last fair of the season. It seems to have the best food and variety for the whole family to enjoy. One of the last stops we make are for the kettle korn and cotton candy to enjoy on the ride home. Now … Read More ...
Simple Apple Tart
Finally the fall weather is here! I’ve been itching to get into the kitchen to start baking, but it has just been too hot. Today, I plan on making some apple sauce and will be adding this apple tart to my baking list. This one is actually made with a spring form pan, so if you don’t have a tart … Read More ...
Sweet Potato Tots
What is better than tater tots? Sweet potato tots! Love the sweetness of sweet potatoes and my family will eat the sweet potato in tot form. Kind of like my daughter only eating potatoes as french fries when she was younger. These would be great with dinner, as a snack during the football game or after school. I never knew … Read More ...
Fresh Apple Cake with Cinnamon Glaze
So excited to go apple picking tomorrow! Finally cool weather and scheduled before any other plans were made. I love apple cake it is great for dessert, snack and breakfast! Yes, cake for breakfast! The perfect recipe to make to celebrate the beginning of autumn on the 23rd. Oh my, the month is almost over! Halloween recipes will be showing … Read More ...
Chocolate Chip Mug Cake
I want to thank the person that came up with the mug cake! I could have used this recipe last night! It is ready in 5 minutes and your sweet cravings will be solved. I have a few kids in college that I need to send care packages to. I’ll package the non-perishable ingredients with a mug and send along … Read More ...
Soft Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies
My husband loves pumpkin anything, my daughter needs a little chocolate with her pumpkin. I think these cookies will be a hit with them. I’ll surprise them as soon as the summer weather finally leaves us this weekend. Maybe I’ll pretend to make something with apples and wait for their surprise when they smell pumpkin and chocolate instead.
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Skinny Chocolate Swirl Cheesecake Bars
I love when a dessert recipe has the word “skinny” in it, that means I can eat my dessert with less guilt. At least that is what I will tell myself, when I eat more than one bar. Great dessert to bring to a potluck, the others will appreciate the low calorie dessert.
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Cheese Bombs with Beer Cheese Dip
As with grocery shopping, looking for recipes when you are hungry is not a good idea. I’m pretty sure these would have spoken to me, even if I wasn’t hungry. Just look at the gooey cheese pouring out of the bread. Yes, I’m still hungry. These would be great when watching the football game or to bring to a potluck. … Read More ...
How To Make Pinot Grigio and Sun-Dried Tomato Pesto Pull-Apart Bread
Pull-apart bread is very popular and fun to eat, most of the time you see it for dessert, like monkey bread. Sometimes you see it for potlucks or parties like garlic bread. This one has an elegant touch to it that would be perfect for a fancy dinner party, brunch or wine tasting.
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Salted Caramel Apple Pie for Two
How cute and elegant is this pie for two?! You can make it with your own pie crust and caramel sauce or run to the store and buy packaged crust and sauce. I won’t tell! I’m known for running to the store last minute to gather supplies. I usually have boxed goods in the pantry for emergencies. This is perfect … Read More ...
Amaretto Sour Cupcake
There is also a non-alcoholic version of this recipe. Just make sure you either use a different color cupcake wrap or forgo the toppings if making both. Always mark for adults only if there will be kids at the party or so the designated drivers know which ones they can have. Book club forget the wine, these will be the … Read More ...
Mini Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Pie
Mini is the new black for your plate. It is the perfect accessory! Plus, you can eat more than one and not feel too guilty. These mini pumpkin pies are too cute! They would be wonderful at a brunch or for any after dinner dessert. Bring them to a potluck or make them for the hostess. They would be cute … Read More ...
Golden Vanilla Cupcakes with Swiss Buttercream Frosting for Two
I love that there are more creations for smaller portions of baked goods and recipes. We are a family of three and the last thing we need is a dozen cupcakes in the house. Especially if you are trying to eat healthy. It is okay to splurge occasionally. I would double this recipe for the family and my daughter and … Read More ...
Mini Monster Chocolate Whoopie Pie
If you haven’t tried a whoopie pie, you must do so. Here are some monster whoopie pies that will be a hit with the kiddos. How about piling these up in place of an actual cake? That would make me happy, but I’m not a big cake person. These would be great to make now if you are trying recipes … Read More ...