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Looking for a special treat for the kiddos? Look no further than this Banana Split Brownie Pizza. Using your favorite boxed brownie mix as a base and load it up with fruits, nuts, marshmallows and chocolate fudge sauce. As to be expected, this was easy and delicious! I opted to use cool whip instead of cream cheese and sugar, because my husband hates cream cheese. (Sacrilege!)
Are you in need for a easy dessert to take to casual summer parties? Chocolate Eclair Cake is a great way to go. It is best served the first or second day, after being refrigerated for a few hours. I originally made the frosting from scratch but it turned out kinda grainy and gross. I will go the easy route next time around and try out a pre-made frosting. So what if it is a little bit white trash? I love it! Chocolate Eclair Cake…
Muddy Buddies. Monkey Mix. Puppy Chow. You know it. You love it. It is a childhood classic. Granted, it may not be gourmet, but it is a delicious treat that the kids can help you make. Tip: Store in a large zip loc bag or air tight canister to retain freshness. Puppy Chow aka Puggy Chow Makes many servings 9 cups Chex cereal (any variety) 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips 1/2 cup peanut butter 1/4 cup butter or margarine 1 teaspoon vanilla 1 1/2…
As the holiday season approaches it’s time to start thinking about all of those fabulous dinner parties that you’ll either be attending or spearheading! In this four part series I’ll be sharing some dinner party must haves that are sure to help make these occasions extra special. If you have a sweet tooth, then you’re in for a real treat – part 3 of this 4 part series is all about desserts! At the end of your tasty, savoury holiday feast, it’s time to relax,…
Chocolate Chip Zucchini Bars were my first experience baking with zucchini and although I was a bit cautious as to what they may taste like, they turned out delicious. As encouraged in the original recipe, I let these chill in the fridge before serving, and I thought it made them taste so much better (but they were already great). Chocolate Chip Zucchini Bars Makes about 16 servings 2 Cups Zucchini, Grated 3/4 Cups Butter 1/2 Cup Brown Sugar 2 Eggs 1 Teaspoon Vanilla Extract 1…
Not only is this pie super easy, it is super delicious. It has got to be my favorite pie recipe of all time. Sweet and tart, totally perfect in my opinion. Enjoy! Super Easy Rhubarb Pie Makes several servings 4 cups chopped rhubarb 1 1/3 cups white sugar 6 tablespoons all-purpose flour 1 tablespoon butter Ready made pie dough 1. Preheat oven to 450-f degrees. Place first dough in baking dish and form to your liking. 2. Combine flour and sugar in a separate bowl.…
This is the EASIEST and BEST recipe I have found for no-bakes. Making them right now, in fact. 2 cups sugar 1/4 cup cocoa 1/2 cup milk 1 stick butter or marg. 1/2 cup peanut butter (like Jif or Peter Pan…no greasy natural stuff) 2 cups quick oats 1 tsp. vanilla Put sugar, cocoa, milk and butter in microwave bowl. Cook on high for 1 minute. Stir, cook on high for 2 more minutes. Stir. Cook on high for 5 more minutes. Stir. Add peanut…
Amy Bellgardt is a wife and mom of two boys, as well as founder and lead blogger at Mom Spark. Amy also manages Mom Spark Media, a social media and marketing firm.
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