These strawberry frozen yogurt pops are a fun and easy way to beat the heat when the temps are rising and you want a cold dessert to cool down. They have a rich red color and are not overly sweet. The taste is summer time fresh! Keep reading to learn how to make this …
Desserts
This Orange Bundt Cake with a light orange glaze is my latest attempt at pleasing my husband’s sweet tooth. My husband loves any type of dessert that is made with fruit. Lemon meringue pies, orange cheesecakes, apple crumble – you name it, if it has fruit in it, he’ll love it. There is something just …
‘Tis the season for fudge, and brownies, and truffles. These Fudge Brownie Truffles combine all of my favorite tastes in one delicious brownie flavored bite. They are so tasty that they’ll deserve pride of placement on your holiday dessert table. The holidays give me an excuse to cook up a batch or two of my …
It’s time for some apple pie oatmeal bars! They are packed full of flavor and a perfect choice for enjoying the cooler autumn days. Apple desserts (like these apple crumble baked apples) just scream fall! It’s fall, y’all! For me, that means three months of non stop baking, decorating and general holidaying. I just …
If you are looking for the perfect way to end a busy week night meal, here are 10 of my best bars recipes. My favorite type of desserts to make are bars and squares. The main reason is the simplicity of making them. Many bars recipes are no bake, and even the ones that require …
I knew I would love this recipe for these No-Bake Crispy Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars before I even made them. They have my favorite ingredients – peanut butter and chocolate AND they are no bake. What could be better to tempt your sweet tooth? Peanut butter bars are a bit hit in our house. I …
This tasty double dark chocolate ice cream is dairy free, gluten free and also great for those on a vegan diet. The warm summer months are the time for a big helping of your favorite cold desserts. It is loads of fun (not to mention tasty) to dig into a bowl of creamy, rich and …
Try these no bake peanut butter energy bites. They are simple to make, ready in minutes and pack a nutritious boost with a taste that can’t be beat. Are you looking for a really easy to make and healthy snack that is both nutritious and super tasty? This is the recipe for you! These peanut …
I have put together a group of patriotic table decor ideas that can be done on a budget and in no time at all. They are perfect for both Memorial Day and the upcoming Fourth of July! We’ve all had that moment when our friends or parents decide to visit with no notice for an important …
One of my favorite things to do with my fiends when we entertain is to have a progressive dinner party. We go from one house to the next, with each friend contributing something to the dinner party menu. My blogging friends and I decided to have a Cinco de Mayo progressive dinner party online this …
These low calorie brownies have no oil but still pack a powerful flavor. The secret is using diet soda for this slimmed down dessert. Making these diet Dr. Pepper brownies is easy and they have a much lower calorie count than normal brownies, so they are easy on your waist line. The brownies are lighter …
I have to admit it. I love a girls’ night in. It gives me a chance to have a few of my gal friends over, watch some chick flicks without the guys complaining about it, and enjoy some of our favorite foods. It is a no stress night that is filled with laughter and fun, …
Nutella has both dairy and sugar and both of these are not allowed on a Paleo diet. These Paleo Nutella Cranberry Baked Apples are a tasty way to celebrate Nutella day guilt free. I love Nutella. I love baked Apples and I love fun celebration days. February 5 is Nutella day and what a tasty day …
Following a paleo diet is easy if you have the right products on hand. I’ve found 12 delicious ways to use hazelnut butter. Did you know that February 5 is considered Nutella day? If you love chocolate and hazelnuts, you have likely tried Nutella. But what happens in you wish to follow a Paleo diet? …
This Paleo Nutella banana ice cream is so rich and creamy and, with just a few substitutes, can be enjoyed by anyone who is trying to follow a clean eating lifestyle. Just because you are trying to follow a gluten free or Paleo diet does not mean that you have to give up your favorite …
Are you looking for an afternoon snack or after workout treat that is healthy and super delicious? Try one of the espresso chocolate hazelnut energy bites. They are loaded with goodness, and so, so tasty. I’m fond of any sweet treat that is no bake. I love how quickly they come together and how well …
This drizzled peanut butter cup fudge is so easy to make and absolutely foolproof. If you are looking for me in December, you will likely find me in my kitchen making fudge. I love to eat it. I love to make it, and I love to take pictures of it. I’d make it year round if …
One of my fondest holiday memories, for both Thanksgiving and Christmas, is my mum’s butterscotch pie. Our whole family looks forward to it for the holidays. The pie is rich and creamy, sweet and mum use to make batches of them every year. My mother had to make extras, or there would be none left …
This turtle chocolate pumpkin cheesecake will become a family favorite to be shared from season to season. It’s a dessert made in turtle chocolate heaven. This one appeals to me so much. I lost both of my parents in less than two years. Mum’s favorite pie was pumpkin, and dad’s favorite candy was Turtles. When …
These pumpkin swirl mini cheesecakes are the perfect compromise for him and delicious to boot! They make a great addition to any cheesecake recipes collection. One of my mother’s favorite desserts at Thanksgiving is pumpkin pie. I’ve never been much of a fan of a whole pie, (I usually eat just the filling of the …
These candy corn pretzel balls are a delicious bite of sweet, salty, creamy fall delight. They are perfect for both Halloween and Thanksgiving. Ah yes….fall. My favorite season. There are so many reasons to look forward to fall. The cooler temperatures…all the gorgeous colors in the leaves, pumpkin decorating and oh yes…candy corn! Time to …
Yum….fresh fruit. This time of the year, the choices are so wide and the flavor is sublime. My friend Regina, who used to blog at Molly Mel, has shared with me her favorite way to dress up custard – with a seasonal homemade fruit sauce! Sometimes, less is more. This recipe shows that to perfection. …
These frozen dessert recipes are some of my favorites for summer. I am a foodie. I have loved to cook since I was a teenager. I’ve gone through just about every phase there is from raw foods to trendy and esoteric, high end cooking. One of my favorite TV shows is Top Chef. So, it …
Dessert! My favorite part of the meal. (and my hips show it unfortunately.) My favorite desserts make sweet endings to a meal and are sure to tempt even the most ardent sweet eater. As much as I love desserts, I find that I don’t bake them often. Now that my daughter has grown and moved …
These chocolate raspberry swirled mini cheesecakes are the perfect bite of summertime freshness. Your party guests will love them! Summer is the time for me to use fresh fruits in many of my cheesecake recipes. I love the lightness that they give to the dinner menu, and they are perfect to serve when you have …
These Easter coconut and cheese cupcakes will be a nice finishing touch to your Easter dinner, and the kiddies will love them. My friend Regina, who used to blog at Molly Mel, has been baking up some sweets for the upcoming Easter holiday. Aren’t they cute? Easter is such a fun time for us all. …