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Category Archives: dessert
Jan 27
Homemade Birthday Cake Oreos
Wow, what a month! Things have been crazy busy – I haven’t had much time for anything – but this huge snowstorm that we’re in the middle of has forced me to relax. And what better time to bake than … Continue reading
Posted in cake, chocolate, cookies, dessert, family, QuickAndEasy
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Dec 22
Red Velvet White Chocolate Chip Cookies
I know there are many of you out there like me who are coming down to the wire. Presents to wrap, food to prep, last minute gift shopping, etc…don’t deny it! You probably still have cookies to bake too, don’t … Continue reading
Posted in chocolate, Christmas, cookies, dessert, QuickAndEasy
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Dec 15
Almond Joy Cookies for the Great Food Blogger Cookie Swap!
It’s the most wonderful time of the year…yes, aside from the holidays, it’s the Great Food Blogger Cookie Swap! Hundreds of food bloggers have once again joined together, thanks to the hard work of Lindsay and Julie , to bake … Continue reading
Dec 1
Rainbow Cookies and $100 PayPal Cash Giveaway!
Entry-Form Momma Lew and her blogger buddies are having a Holiday Cookie Swap Party and you are all invited! Grab a cup of coffee and enjoy the cookies that each blogger has prepared for you! Rainbow Cookies from Lidia Bastianich … Continue reading
Posted in chocolate, Christmas, cookies, dessert, giveaway, Lidia, make ahead, Uncategorized
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Nov 25
Pumpkin Pie with Southern Comfort Whipped Cream
The big day is almost here! I thought I’d throw in one more recipe for you to consider putting on your menu. It’s a great way to jazz up an ordinary Thanksgiving day dessert. This pie takes no time at … Continue reading
Posted in condiments, dessert, make ahead, pie, pumpkin, QuickAndEasy, Thanksgiving
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Nov 18
Pumpkin Cinnamon Roll Cake
It’s a good thing this cake tastes way better than it looks! Are you a pumpkin fan? Cinnamon roll fan? If so, you’ve found your next favorite cake. And wait until you see how easy the recipe is. It was … Continue reading
Posted in cake, dessert, make ahead, pumpkin, QuickAndEasy
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Sep 24
Butterscotch Blondies…and a Martha Stewart Event!
Sometimes, butterscotch is all you need. Addicting doesn’t even describe it. Pair one of these with a cup of coffee or a glass of milk and, well, don’t say I didn’t warn you. I think Martha would love these. Maybe … Continue reading
Posted in bars, dessert, make ahead, QuickAndEasy
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Sep 22
Apple Crisp with Peanut Butter Nutella Sauce
Hope everyone had a great weekend! We celebrated my brother’s birthday and since I bought a ton of apples the other day, I suggested making an apple dessert to bring to him. He agreed, as long as it had caramel … Continue reading
Posted in dessert, family, fruit, make ahead, Nutella, peanut butter
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Sep 8
Gooey S’mores Cookies
Hope everyone had a great weekend! I posted these last night on Instagram and my personal Facebook page and got several requests for the recipe, so here you are 🙂 Bella’s birthday celebration continues with these delicious goodies that I’ll … Continue reading
Posted in Annabella, chocolate, cookies, dessert, marshmallows
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Sep 4
Coconut Custard Pie
I have to admit, I’ve never been a big fan of coconut custard pie…but this one may have won me over. Earlier this summer we celebrated my sister and brother-in-law’s birthdays, and this was his pick for his birthday dessert. … Continue reading
Posted in coconut, dessert, freezer friendly, make ahead, pie, QuickAndEasy
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