Deliciously Easy Recipes
This recipe is simply the Best Homemade Caramel Candy Recipe. It is perfect for cutting into squares to enjoy or give as gifts, using to make caramel apples, or to use in all your favorite fall treats and desserts. It’s incredibly easy and ready in about 30 min. It truly is THE BEST homemade caramel recipe around.
There are certain things that really sum up the season for me. One of them is caramel. It’s like the season wouldn’t happen unless caramel was involved in some way.
View postThis Easy Pie Crust recipe has been passed down through generations, from my grandmother, the PIE QUEEN. Just 5 simple ingredients to make.
It’s that time of year again!! Pie season! When I was a little girl I would visit over at my great grandmother’s house.
She and my grandmother would spend ALL DAY making pies – literally in batches of 20+ a day. They were both known for the family pumpkin pie recipe.
View postChewy Oatmeal Raisin Cookies are so soft and thick. Super simple and easy to make with no chill time needed. Great for any occasion.
For as long as I can remember, the hubs has been obsessed with oatmeal raisin cookies. Since I am never one to turn down an opportunity to make cookies, I have a recipe that I have been making for him for decades. I’m sort of shocked that I have not shared it here yet.
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Rainbow Sprinkle Cookies are a soft and chewy dropped sugar cookie recipe coated in rainbow nonpareils. They’re perfect for any celebration – including St. Patrick’s Day, Mother’s Day, and of course, BIRTHDAYS!
Raise your hand if you love a soft and chewy sugar cookie! I’m here raising both my hands because those types of cookies are just what I can’t get enough of.
Add those super cute rainbow sprinkles and I’m in heaven. They are so fun and they definitely make me want to keep having one after another.
Don’t miss my St. Patrick’s Day Cake Mix Cookie Bars
Cherry Delight Recipe is a simple, no-bake treat that is great for parties, holidays, potlucks, picnics, and backyard BBQs. Everyone loves it!
Cherry Delight captures the essence of hot summer days, with its creamy cheesecake filling, crunchy graham cracker crust, and tantalizing cherry topping. Imagine sinking your teeth into a dessert that’s full of summer bliss.
This easy cherry delight dessert is not just a treat for your taste buds, but a blend of textures and flavors that will make you sigh in delight. It’s perfect for any special occasion or just a simple family dinner. This dessert will absolutely be a family favorite!
View postBanana Pudding Ice Cream is packed with Nilla Wafers, sweet bananas, and a swirl of cheesecake filling – making this rich, creamy, and delicious!
Summertime calls for a cool, creamy treat, and there’s no better way to beat the heat than with homemade Banana Pudding Ice Cream.
Picture this: the wonderful, velvety texture of churned ice cream, enhanced with a delicious banana flavor, swirled with no-bake cheesecake, and studded with crunchy vanilla wafer cookies.
View postThis Chocolate Bundt Pudding Cake is topped with a rich chocolate ganache. It offers a decadent chocolate experience that is perfect for any occasion.
This Chocolate Bundt Pudding Cake is a dessert that brings satisfaction to every chocolate lover’s dream.
This is a moist chocolate cake enriched with the deep, rich flavors of cocoa and espresso, using instant chocolate pudding mix for added flavor and texture, and topped with a velvety smooth chocolate ganache.
View postSour Watermelon Pops are a quick and easy frozen dessert made with only 4 simple ingredients. They take only a few minutes to prepare for freezing. So delicious.
I don’t know about you- but when it’s summer, we always have fresh watermelon in the house. It’s one of those things that is bought weekly & the family just can’t get enough of it.
Every so often we are also given one or two from various people & then I end up with way more than we can reasonably eat. So I start making it into things that I can freeze – like these Sour Watermelon Pops.
View postButterscotch Chocolate Chip Cookies are soft, buttery, chewy, and loaded with chocolate chips and butterscotch flavor. Great for any occasion!
Hi there, my fellow cookie lovers! It’s an exciting day in the kitchen because we’re making Butterscotch Chocolate Chip Cookies! If you’re a fan of sweet treats with that perfect balance of chewy and crispy, you’re in for a real treat.
I’m a huge fan of butterscotch so it’s kind of a no-brainer to put it in this sweet cookie. There is very little in this world that is better than a freshly baked cookie. Wouldn’t you agree? Let’s dive right in, shall we?
View postIndulge in the rich, chocolatey goodness of German Chocolate Bundt Cake. Topped with a decadent coconut-pecan frosting, this cake is a showstopper for any occasion!
Picture this: a slice of German Chocolate Bundt Cake on your plate, so rich and moist it practically begs to be eaten. This is a journey through layers of deep, luscious chocolate, topped with a creamy, nutty coconut-pecan frosting that’s the hallmark of a truly great German chocolate cake.
Crafted in a classic Bundt pan, this cake shows off the beauty and deliciousness of bundt cakes, making it the perfect centerpiece for any gathering, celebration, or a cozy night in.
View postFunfetti Cake Batter Dip is a quick 5 ingredient dessert recipe that only takes 5 minutes to make. Super easy, great for after school snacks, parties & more.
I love dessert dips. Just because it’s hot outside doesn’t mean that my desire for treats goes away. But I have to do my best to bake as infrequently as possible to keep the house cooler in these hot months.
That’s where the beauty of dessert dips come in because not only are they a delicious no-bake treat, but they only take 5 minutes to make.
View postIf you have been searching for the perfect cookie dough recipe, this Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough (made without eggs) has the closest taste to the real thing.
Do you love cookie dough? I never seem to be able to curb the craving. But I know I’m not alone because the cookie dough craze has taken hold and it seems everyone is in love.
I grew up taking my chances and snacking on the raw dough while I made each batch of cookies. The hubs gave me so much crap for doing it but I didn’t care. So I am super excited that eggless cookie dough is a thing now and I can enjoy it whenever I want without guilt.
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Mississippi Mud Ice Cream is a coffee-flavored ice cream loaded with a thick ribbon of fudge, chunks of Oreo cookies, and toasted pecans.
Today we’re whipping up homemade Mississippi Mud Ice Cream, a rich chocolate ice cream treat inspired by the famous Mississippi River’s muddy waters.
Ever dreamt of creamy chocolate and coffee-flavored ice cream loaded with crunchy Oreo cookies and fudgy bits? If yes, you’re in for a sweet treat!
View postYou’ll love this Chocolate Covered Strawberry Cake layered with fresh strawberries and creamy frosting, topped with rich chocolate ganache.
I’ve got a cake for you that combines the rich, indulgent taste of chocolate with the fresh, tangy sweetness of strawberries. My Chocolate Covered Strawberry Cake does just that, creating a yummy dessert that’s perfect for celebrating love, whether it’s for Valentine’s Day, a special occasion, or simply to treat yourself.
This cake brings you moist chocolate layers filled with a scrumptious strawberry filling, all encased in luscious strawberry frosting and crowned with a silky chocolate ganache. It’s like enjoying chocolate-covered strawberries but in the form of a cake!
View postBlueberry Cobbler Bars are a simple and easy summer treat with a rich buttery texture & pop of blueberry in every bite. Perfect for all those summer berries.
I think I’m in blueberry overload. The family can’t seem to get enough recipes with blueberries. 🙂 A long while back I shared these AWESOME Blueberry Cobbler Bars over with Cheryl at Tidy Mom.
I had the pleasure of not only meeting Cheryl at SNAP! Conference a good 7+ years ago and was fortunate to get in some quality one on one time with her too. Let me tell you, she is INCREDIBLE! I loved every moment with her & the more we get to know each other the more I realize how much I love her.
View postCaramel Sugar Cone Frozen Yogurt is a simple no-churn frozen yogurt recipe loaded with crushed sugar cones and swirled with caramel. Perfect for the ultimate caramel lover.
Do I have a treat for you today!!!! I came up with this recipe for Caramel Sugar Cone Frozen Yogurt & I think it’s my favorite frozen yogurt recipe to date.
So since it’s summer & I’m already in the frozen treat mindset- I just had to get a little decadent & make some really amazing frozen yogurt.
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This Banana Caramel Ice Box Cake is just like grandma used to make. No baking is required for this delicious summer treat. This one is so easy.
With so much happening in the summer months, the last thing I want to do is spend a bunch of time in the kitchen. The weather is so incredibly beautiful here in Northern Idaho this time of year- I want to be out enjoying it.
So because of that one thing I have been wanting to make is an Ice Box Cake. My grandmother used to make them all of the time & I have had it on my to-do list for about a year. I kid you not!!!
View postCake Batter Gelato is a delightfully creamy frozen treat with that great cake batter flavor your love. Perfect for birthdays, holidays or anytime you need a cool down.
Cake Batter recipes are all the rage – have you noticed? Really, I’m not surprised – making everything taste like cake- what’s not to like?! I’m all over it.
Every single time we go out for a treat I will choose the cake batter flavor if it’s available.
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Peanut Butter Brownie Dip is a delicious dessert made of blended peanut butter & brownie batter dips & mini chocolate chips. It’s heaven in a bowl.
I’m a huge fan of dessert dips. They can be so versatile with both the flavors you make & the things you dip in them.
Sometimes you can dip crackers or cookies, other times fruit. I have made some with pudding mixes, some with my favorite cake mix & some without any mixes at all. They are easily adaptable & spur so much creativity to fit every single flavor craving.
View postStrawberry Cheesecake Frozen Yogurt is an easy summer recipe packed full of delicious cheesecake & strawberry flavors. It will be your new favorite dessert.
Years ago when Pinterest first came on the scene and this little space on the internet was just a couple of years old, I found so many great bloggers that became my friends and colleagues.
One day I had been searching for cool, no-bake desserts and I came across a recipe for Strawberry Cheesecake Frozen Yogurt from Somewhat Simple.
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Red White & Blueberry Pie Bars are loaded with blueberries, raspberries & white chocolate & the perfect treat for all your patriotic holiday gatherings. You’ll definitely want these at your 4th of July, Memorial Day and Labor Day celebrations.
YAY! I’m so excited! Today I have joined up with 110 bloggers (yes I said 110) to bring you the ULTIMATE RED, WHITE & BLUE Round-Up!!
You know how I just LOVE all things Red, White & Blue, so I was beyond thrilled to get the chance to join in this SUPER FUN event.
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Mini Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies are mini versions of your favorite treat. Soft, chewy with a little bit of crunch and mini chocolate chips make these the perfect dessert.
Cookies are loved by everyone in our house. We flip between chocolate chip, oatmeal raisin, and of course, peanut butter.
I usually stick with my easy 3-ingredient peanut butter cookies. But this time I really wanted to make a mini version packed with mini chocolate chips.
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Patriotic M&M’s Cookie Bars are the perfect quick and easy treat to serve at all your Memorial Day, 4th of July or any patriotic holiday celebration.
If you are a regular over here, then you know I have a deep love for all things Patriotic. That means I really love this time of year when I can break out all of the red, white and blue and celebrate.
When the weather starts getting warm one of the first things I do is stock up on patriotic M&M’s. They are my absolute favorite and I love adding them to as many recipes as I can.
Celebrate with these delicious no-bake 4th of July Truffles. Easy to make with chocolate Oreo truffles and red white and blue chocolate!
It is my favorite time of year! I love the summer holidays and how they are all centered around the red, white and blue. I get so excited when Memorial Day rolls around. Before you know it it’s then 4th of July and then Labor Day.
I can keep the red, white and blue recipes going from May until September – which is awesome! One of my favorites to make is this recipe for 4th of July Truffles. It is super easy and fast and people just can’t get enough.
View postThis year celebrate Independence Day with these deliciously adorable 4th of July Cupcakes with homemade candy melt sparklers! They are also great served for Memorial Day, Flag Day, and Labor Day!
4th of July is my absolute favorite time of year. The weather is glorious, the days are LONG and the holiday itself is just so special to me. I look forward to it all year long.
So it is no surprise that I get really excited to make treats all decked out in red, white and blue. Check out these super cute 4th of July Cupcakes! I love them so much and I know you will too.
Try these using our colorful red, white and blue Fourth of July cupcake recipe!
What I love about this recipe is that we are starting with a cake mix. But then we change up the ingredients to make it taste more like a bakery-style cupcake.
It makes the process super easy and then you can get onto the fun part – decorating. But because this is a base vanilla cupcake and a standard buttercream frosting, you can actually change the colors used here to suit any holiday or event.
Check out how you can make these for your 4th of July!
You can store the unfrosted cupcakes in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days. Once they are frosted, I recommend refrigeration because of the butter and dairy in the frosting.
Keep in mind that if you are using sanding sugar or nonpareils for your sprinkles – the colors will bleed when stored in a moist place like the fridge. The jimmies and star sprinkles should hold up fine to refrigeration.
There are a couple of ways to do this. The first being that you can take the butter (& any other ingredients that need to be at room temperature) out, leave it on the counter for about 30 minutes while you prep for baking.
I usually start with all my chilled ingredients and pull everything I need out onto the counter before getting started – so I know for sure I have everything before I’m mid-way through I realize I’m out of something.
But sometimes it’s winter and that isn’t enough time to get the ingredients warmed up – OR – I’m just not that organized to plan ahead. It happens. So I have another couple of tricks.
I place the butter in the microwave – wrapped in the paper. (don’t do this if it is wrapped in foil) Then I microwave for 2 seconds – flip – go another 2 seconds – flip again – and continue for 2 seconds on each side.
This is usually enough to get it perfect – sometimes stopping before if it feels soft enough. Take care when doing this method – overly softened butter from the microwave WILL ALTER the end result of the recipe. Don’t over-do it.
My third method is to place the wrapped butter sticks in a zip-top bag and place it in a bowl of warm water. I do this with the eggs too. If the water isn’t too hot it can be THE PERFECT way to get “room-temperature” ingredients.
When your chocolate wafers become chunky rather than creamy, it is said that the chocolate seized. This is typically due to overheating or contact with water or steam.
In the first case, the chocolate is just burning from excess heat, but in the second case, there is a negative reaction between the chocolate (which is waxy and has many oils that are hydrophobic, or “water-fearing”) and the water, causing the components of the chocolate to separate.
Be sure to refer to the package directions when melting chocolate to prevent this from happening.
We like using milk or buttermilk instead of water in the cake mix because it makes the cupcakes taste more homemade. However, I have found though that store-bought buttermilk is sometimes a bit too thick. Check out the method below for how to make your own that is the perfect consistency.
To make your own buttermilk – Add 1 tbsp of white vinegar to a measuring cup and then fill the remaining with milk. Let sit for 2-3 minutes.
This is important – just because the package says “sprinkles” doesn’t necessarily mean that it is in-fact sprinkles.
I see a lot of people using colored sanding sugar that is labled as sprinkles.
This will not work as well because when that sugar gets wet – like when mixed into a moist dough or when placed in the refrigerator, it will sweat & the color will bleed out.
This cupcake recipe is SUPER EASY and delicious – and if you’re like me this time of year, then you maybe already have some of these items on hand OR maybe you have never made homemade cupcakes before, & you might be a bit nervous – but you’re going to love them. I have made a list below of the things I absolutely can’t live without when it comes to making this cupcake recipe.
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Patriotic Cookie Dough Brownie Bars are thick and fudgy brownies topped with edible cookie dough & patriotic M&M’s for a super delicious holiday treat.
I sure love a good brownie. I can’t get enough, so thick and fudgy. But then adding edible cookie dough to the top makes my heart go pitter-patter.
But then we start talking about patriotic M&M’s and I go crazy. This time of year is my favorite and I can’t get enough of all that red, white and blue.
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This time of year Red, White & Blue is the name of the game, which is why this fun Red, White & Blue Fudge is a great treat to bring to your holiday gatherings. Just a few simple ingredients & you can wow your crowd.
I so love 4th of July. From Memorial Day through the 4th of July is my FAVORITE time because I get to focus on the Red, White & Blue! I didn’t get a chance to decorate or really celebrate last year.
We were packing to move into our new home all last June so I have been in patriotic withdraw since then. So I was super excited to be able to participate in this year’s Ultimate Red, White & Blue Blog Hop Round Up!
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There’s no better way to embody the joy and spirit of summer than with Bomb Pop Jello Shots. A twist on the nostalgic Bomb Pop Popsicle, these vibrant, multi-layered delights offer a playful blend of sweet and tart flavors.
Perfect for Fourth of July parties, family reunions, or any summer celebrations, they are sure to be a big hit!
View postChocolate Chip Cookie Bars are all the deliciousness of chocolate chip cookies in just one batch – no rolling required. Perfect for lazy & busy days alike.
Oh my word. Do you ever just crave a chocolate chip cookie? You know the kind, all buttery, soft and chewy.
When the craving strikes, there is little I can do to get rid of it except break out the ingredients and make some cookies.
This Circus Animal Cookie Ice Cream is a simple, no-churn recipe that will bring back all those great childhood memories with those colorful, fudge-covered cookies.
Just 4 ingredients & a few minutes is all it takes to prepare this tasty treat. Watch the eyes of your guests widen as you serve them this ice cream with their favorite childhood cookie mixed in. A crowd-pleaser for sure.
View postVanilla Bundt Cake is easy to make with just 4 ingredients. Perfect with a dusting of confectioner’s sugar or topped with icing, whipped cream or berries.
Boy do I love cake. Growing up I remember my grandmother always having some sort of treat for everyone after the feast she made for dinner.
It seems that bundt cakes were the thing back then and she had plenty of recipes to use that fun pan.
Don’t miss our Pumpkin Bundt Cake with Cheesecake Swirl!
Homemade Chocolate Pudding is an easy chocolate pudding from scratch recipe that is sinfully rich & decadent. Better than any box mix – oh so good!
Who loves chocolate pudding? All hands are raised here. Growing up I remember my grandmother making chocolate pudding at least once a week for my chocoholic grandfather. He sure loved it.
So fast forward to now, here with my own family, I have sort of carried on that tradition of hers and I make her recipe as often as possible.
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