DESSERT

Mummy Shortbread Cookies are the perfect decorated Halloween Cookies with flavors of vanilla, cinnamon & nutmeg. So cute & easy to make!

When it comes to Halloween, I’m all about the super cute homemade treats. Don’t get me wrong, we also have our fair share of candy around here.

But I really love making treats, especially when they are super cute. That could be why I think I have more treats specifically for Halloween than for any other holiday.

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What I love about these cookies, is that not only are they adorable, but they are packed with delicious fall flavors like vanilla, cinnamon and nutmeg. I don’t think I can get enough of those flavors once fall comes around.

I mean, shortbread cookies are delicious all by themselves. So buttery – I could eat them every single day. But adding my favorite fall flavors just makes these irresistible.

Easy Halloween Cookies

The shortbread cookies only take a handful of ingredients. Just mix it up, form the dough into a flat round, roll it out and cut with cookie cutters.

Place the dough on a parchment-lined baking sheet, bake and then decorate.

The best part is that because they are mummy cookies, the drizzle can be as tidy or messy as you like. Get the kiddos in there and let them help too.

Here are some commonly asked questions

What is the best way to store leftover mummy cookies?

Once the chocolate on the cookies has dried and hardened, you can place them in an airtight container to store them at room temperature. I personally like to keep them in a single layer, but they should be okay to stack once they are dry.

Can this recipe be doubled?

Absolutely. This recipe makes 12 cookies. Perfect for family enjoyment. But if you are making these for a party or potluck – I recommend doubling the recipe.

Can these cookies be frozen?

I don’t recommend freezing the cookies after they have been decorated. You can freeze the dough once it is mixed. Wrap it tightly in plastic wrap first. You can also freeze the cookies in an airtight container after they have baked. Use within 3 months.

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HOW DO YOU MAKE Mummy Shortbread Cookies?

For the Cookies

In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, cream the softened butter on high speed until it is light and fluffy— about 2 minutes.
Next, add the powdered sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Mix on low speed just until it is all combined— about 1 minute.
Next, with the mixer on low speed, alternate between adding the flour and milk in two batches. First, add half of the flour, then half of the milk, then the remaining half of flour, and finally the remaining half of milk.
Allow the mixer to continue on low speed until the dough comes together in a ball around the paddle.
Shape the dough into a disk and wrap it in plastic wrap. Refrigerate for 15 minutes.
While the dough rests, preheat your oven to 375F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Once the dough has chilled, lightly flour your work surface and roll out the dough until it is 1/4” thick.
Using a 2” cookie cutter, cut out 12 circles of dough and place them 1” apart on the baking sheet.
Note: Make sure to flour the cookie cutter so the dough doesn’t stick.
Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges of the cookies are just starting to turn golden brown. Allow the cookies to cool to room temperature on the tray.

How To Decorate Mummy Halloween Cookies

Heat the candy melts according to the package instructions (typically you’ll heat them at 50% power, stirring every 30 seconds until melted).
Place 1/4 of the melted chocolate into a plastic bag— we will use this chocolate to make the mummy lines later.
Next, dip one side of the cookies into the candy melts and use an offset spatula to smooth any lines.
While the chocolate is still soft, add two candy eyes. Repeat with the remaining cookies.
Once all of the cookies have been dipped, cut just the very tip of the corner of the plastic bag off with scissors.
Drizzle horizontal lines over the cookies to create the mummy effect.
Allow the chocolate to fully set before enjoying.
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.

Should I use salted or unsalted butter?

This is really a personal preference. If you are happy with just a little salt to cut the sweetness, then use salted butter.

I usually use whatever I have on hand & I really don’t pay too close attention to what butter I have. But I typically keep salted butter on hand & I love that little bit of extra salt with the sweet in this recipe.

These days with groceries being more difficult to find – I basically get whatever the store has available at the time and make it work.

Can I use a sugar substitute?

I have not personally tried it, so I can’t say how that would turn out. But if you would like to try it, I suggest a product that offers a 1:1 swap. Please let me know how it turns out.

How do I properly measure the flour?

The official way is to spoon the flour into the measuring cup & level off. This makes sure the flour isn’t packed tightly into your measuring cup, adding more than you need, as that will make your recipe too dry.

However – if you fluff your flour with a spoon, then gently scoop the flour into the measuring cup, taking care to not pack the flour – that should work for this recipe.

Can I make these without the spices?

Yes, these cookies can be made as a traditional shortbread cookie. Just leave out the cinnamon, vanilla and nutmeg in the mixing process.

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Can I use a gluten-free flour?

I’m not sure just yet. I have been meaning to give this a try but haven’t had a chance. If you do try this, I would recommend using a 1:1 flour like this one as I don’t believe it would require additional ingredients that are typically called for when trying to make baked recipes in a gluten-free version. Please come back & tell me how it turned out.

Can I use white chocolate instead of candy melts?

You can use white chocolate instead of candy melts, however, it is difficult to temper and often has a yellow tint. Bright white candy melts are highly recommended.

To make Mummy Shortbread Cookies you will need…

butter
confectioners sugar
vanilla extract or vanilla bean paste
ground cinnamon
ground nutmeg
salt
all-purpose flour
milk
bright white candy melts
candy eyes

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Can I use non-dairy milk?

Yes, absolutely, that will work just fine. This recipe works with almond or coconut milk too.

Can I chill the dough and make these the next day?

This dough can be made up to 24 hours in advance but you’ll need to let it soften before you can roll it— I recommended bringing it to room temperature for at least 45 minutes before rolling.

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Mummy Shortbread Cookies

Mummy Shortbread Cookies are the perfect decorated Halloween Cookies with flavors of vanilla, cinnamon & nutmeg. So cute & easy to make!

Prep Time15

Cook Time10

Rest15

Total Time40

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Keyword: cookies, halloween, mummy

Servings: cookies

Ingredients

For the Cookies

½ cup butter softened (1 stick)
¼ cup confectioners sugar
2 tsp vanilla extract or vanilla bean paste
1 tsp ground cinnamon
½ tsp ground nutmeg
½ tsp salt
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons milk

To Decorate

1 cup bright white candy melts
24 candy eyes

Instructions

For the Cookies

In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, cream the softened butter on high speed until it is light and fluffy— about 2 minutes.
Next, add the powdered sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Mix on low speed just until it is all combined— about 1 minute.
Next, with the mixer on low speed, alternate between adding the flour and milk in two batches. First, add half of the flour, then half of the milk, then the remaining half of flour, and finally the remaining half of milk.
Allow the mixer to continue on low speed until the dough comes together in a ball around the paddle.
Shape the dough into a disk and wrap it in plastic wrap. Refrigerate for 15 minutes.
While the dough rests, preheat your oven to 375F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Once the dough has chilled, lightly flour your work surface and roll out the dough until it is 1/4” thick.
Using a 2” cookie cutter, cut out 12 circles of dough and place them 1” apart on the baking sheet. Note: Make sure to flour the cookie cutter so the dough doesn’t stick.
Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges of the cookies are just starting to turn golden brown. Allow the cookies to cool to room temperature on the tray.

To Decorate

Heat the candy melts according to the package instructions (typically you’ll heat them at 50% power, stirring every 30 seconds until melted).
Place 1/4 of the melted chocolate into a plastic bag— we will use this chocolate to make the mummy lines later.
Next, dip one side of the cookies into the candy melts and use an offset spatula to smooth any lines.
While the chocolate is still soft, add two candy eyes. Repeat with the remaining cookies.
Once all of the cookies have been dipped, cut just the very tip of the corner of the plastic bag off with scissors.
Drizzle horizontal lines over the cookies to create the mummy effect.
Allow the chocolate to fully set before enjoying.
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.

Notes

To really enhance the vanilla flavor, substitute the vanilla extract for vanilla bean paste or the caviar of 1 whole vanilla bean.

Any milk can be used in this recipe— dairy or non-dairy.

Freshly ground nutmeg is highly recommended.

You can use white chocolate instead of candy melts, however, it is difficult to temper and often has a yellow tint. Bright white candy melts are highly recommended.

This dough can be made up to 24 hours in advance but you’ll need to let it soften before you can roll it— I recommended bringing it to room temperature for at least 45 minutes before rolling.

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Some of you may be hesitant to give it a try because you just don’t know how it will turn out. I did give it a try – several times.

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Pumpkin Spice Truffles are a quick and easy no-bake treat made with golden Oreo cookies, white chocolate and cute fall leaf sprinkles for the season.

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I always love it when I can create something that he swoons over. It just gives me one more little thing I can add to my list of nice things I can do for him at random.

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Sugar Skull Cookie Dough

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Sugar Skull Cookie Dough is a quick and easy Halloween treat. Green and purple egg-free cookie dough loaded with sugar skull sprinkles is a perfect Day of the Dead dessert.

If you have been around here for a while, you know that I am completely obsessed with Sugar Skulls. I collect them and get super excited about all things Day of the Dead.

So it should come as no surprise that I picked up some super cute Day of the Dead sprinkles when I was doing some shopping a few weeks ago. Of course, I had to come up with something awesome to make with them.

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I’m not really sure why I love sugar skulls. But I have them everywhere around here. I’m always looking for fun ways to add them to our everyday life.

Knowing this, my sweet daughter was so kind as to surprise me with this adorable sugar skull bowl as a gift one day. So I had to find a cute way to use it.

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This time of year, it seems every place has a little collection of new things in Day of the Dead. So I get pretty excited when my “stock up season” comes around and I can easily add to my collection.

I think it may have something to do with all the bright colors. They aren’t the traditional orange and black that have dominated Halloween for decades.

You get all the vivid colors that are so stunning. Which is why I love it so much and chose to make this cookie dough in bright neon green and purple.

Here are some commonly asked questions

What is the best way to store leftover cookie dough?

This cookie dough is best when kept refrigerated in an airtight container. Just make sure to let it sit at room temperature for about 15 minutes before enjoying so it can soften up a bit.

Can I use a gluten-free flour?

You bet. Gluten-Free Flour works just fine. I would recommend using a 1:1 flour like this one .

Can this recipe be doubled?

You can, and we do it often. If you are making this for a Halloween party, I highly recommend doubling this recipe.

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Can this cookie dough be frozen?

Yes, I do it often. Instead of freezing it in a container, I recommend either forming it into a flat square and then wrapping it tightly with plastic wrap and then foil OR double bagging it in zip-top bags before freezing.

You don’t want there to be any air getting to it as it will be dry and crumbly when you thaw it to eat later. Make sure you mark the date on it before freezing and use within 2-3 months.

HOW DO YOU MAKE Sugar Skull Cookie Dough?

Place the butter and sugar in the mixer bowl and beat until light and creamy.
Add the vanilla and milk, stir to combine.
Slowly beat in the flour and salt until creamy.
Separate the dough into 2 equal portions.
Leave one portion in the mixer bowl and add food cooling as you mix the dough until you achieve the desired color.
Fold in half of the sprinkles.
Remove that color of the dough. Clean out the bowl and repeat the process with the other half of the dough, food coloring, and sprinkles.
Take pieces of the dough and push them together with your hands. Working in large handfuls until the dough is marbled together. You don’t want to use the mixer as it will blend the colors together & lose the effect.
Enjoy immediately or refrigerate for later.
After refrigerating, let it sit at room temperature for about 10-15 minutes before serving.

Can I use a sugar substitute?

I have not personally tried it, so I can’t say how that would turn out. But if you would like to try it, I suggest a product that offers a 1:1 swap. Please let me know how it turns out.

Can you make this with a non-dairy milk?

Yes, absolutely, that will work just fine. If you need to use almond, coconut or oat milk, that will all work great too.

How many can this serve?

This recipe makes enough to split between my 3 kids and me. So if you only want enough for yourself, make 1/4 of the recipe.

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To make Sugar Skull Cookie Dough you will need…

butter – room temperature
granulated sugar
vanilla extract
milk
all-purpose flour
salt
food coloring
sugar skull sprinkles
bone sprinkles

Should I use salted or unsalted butter?

This is really a personal preference. If you are happy with just a little salt to cut the sweetness, then use unsalted butter.

I usually use whatever I have on hand because when the craving strikes, I really don’t care about what butter I have. But I typically keep salted butter on hand & I love that little bit of extra salt with the sweet in this dough.

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Can I bake this cookie dough into cookies?

Nope. This dough doesn’t contain any of the ingredients you would need to get this dough to bake into cookies.

Things like levening agents like baking soda & eggs are needed in regular cookie dough. They are what hold the dough together when it is heated & what makes the cookies rise & keep their shape.

If you were to bake this dough it would result in a puddle of goo on your baking pan.

What are the best sprinkles for this dough?

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.

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Sugar Skull Cookie Dough

Sugar Skull Cookie Dough is a quick and easy Halloween treat. Green and purple egg-free cookie dough loaded with sugar skull sprinkles is a perfect Day of the Dead dessert.

Prep Time5

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Keyword: cookie dough, day of the dead, halloween, sugar skull

Servings:

Ingredients

½ cup butter – room temperature
¾ cup granulated sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
¼ cup milk
1½ cups all-purpose flour
½ tsp salt
10-20 drops food coloring – each color
⅓ cup sugar skull sprinkles
1 tbsp bone sprinkles

Instructions

Place the butter and sugar in the mixer bowl and beat until light and creamy.
Add the vanilla and milk, stir to combine.
Slowly beat in the flour and salt until creamy.
Separate the dough into 2 equal portions.
Leave one portion in the mixer bowl and add food cooling as you mix the dough until you achieve the desired color.
Fold in half of the sprinkles.
Remove that color of the dough. Clean out the bowl and repeat the process with the other half of the dough, food coloring, and sprinkles.
Take pieces of the dough and push them together with your hands. Working in large handfuls until the dough is marbled together. You don’t want to use the mixer as it will blend the colors together & lose the effect.
Enjoy immediately or refrigerate for later.
After refrigerating, let it sit at room temperature for about 10-15 minutes before serving.

Notes

**If you are concerned about killing bacteria in the flour, you can either pour the flour onto a baking sheet & bake in a 350-degree oven for 5 minutes or place it on a microwave-safe plate & microwave for at least 1-2 minutes or until it reaches 160 degrees before adding to your dough mixture.

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This is the best sugar cookie recipe ever. No chilling, no spread, perfect edges, and still soft and chewy. They are the best fall sugar cookies to make!

I have been super busy in the kitchen this past week. The snow has arrived & so I have been finding that love for baking on chilly days again.

It’s nice to be in the warmth of the kitchen & look out the window to watch the snow falling. This time I made a big family favorite.

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I was so excited to play with my new cookie cutters. I had this fall leaf shape for years. Then all of a sudden I couldn’t find it. I must have given it to my mom since she liked it so much. That’s the only thing I can think of because I would have never let go of it otherwise.

So when I found it again I picked one up & I bought the pumpkin shape too. The thing I like best about these is that they are super soft with a slight buttery crunch on the outer edges.

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I poured 1/2 my bag of fall M&M’s into a baggie & handed it to my daughter with a hammer. This is totally optional.

She helped me get them all crunched up for the cookies. But you can add whatever sprinkles or toppings you like. Or yo can leave them with just the frosting.

I tried to send some of these to the firehouse with the hubs. He protested because he wanted them for here. 🙂

So only 4 actually made it to the station out of this batch. I will have to make more for the boys I suppose.

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Here are some commonly asked questions

How many cookies does this make?

This recipe makes about 18-24 cookies but this will depend on how large or small you make them. With these large cookie cutters, it may be a few less.

What is the best way to store leftover sugar cookies?

Once the cookies have cooled, and the icing has hardened, place them in an airtight container, and keep at room temperature for up to 4 days.

Can I use a sugar substitute?

I have not personally tried it, so I can’t say how that would turn out. But if you would like to try it, I suggest a product that offers a 1:1 swap. Please let me know how it turns out.

Should I use salted or unsalted butter?

When making a traditional cut out sugar cookie recipe like this one, I like to keep the butter unsalted.

HOW DO YOU MAKE SOFT SUGAR COOKIES?

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
Place the butter in the mixing bowl and beat until smooth and lighter in color.
Slowly beat in the sugar, egg, and extracts, scraping the bowl as needed.
Stir in the baking powder, then the flour, and mix until fully combined.
Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface. Using a rolling pin, roll the dough to about ¼” thick.
Use cookie cutters to cut into desired shapes. Use a spatula to transfer the dough to a parchment-lined baking sheet.
Bake for 6-8 minutes. Cool on the pan approx 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack
Rotate your baking sheets. You want to set the uncooked dough on a cool baking sheet to ensure these bake perfectly. If you use a warm baking sheet, the cookies will bake unevenly.

To make the Frosting

In a small bowl, whisk the sugar with a fork to remove all of the lumps.
Whisk in the milk and corn syrup to form a smooth icing. Add more sugar or milk as needed for desired consistency.
Stir in food coloring to desired shade.
Transfer to piping bag & draw an outline around the edge of your cookie- this will work as a dam for the thinner filler icing.
Once you have completed the border, transfer your remaining icing back into the bowl & add in another tbsp milk to thin out. Stir well.
Transfer thinner icing to a squeeze bottle with a thin opening (see link in post) & squeeze the icing into the center of the cookie. This is called flooding.
Take an offset spatula or toothpick & smooth out to fill inside the border you created.
Sprinkle with crushed M&M’s if desired. Let dry completely before stacking.

Can I use a gluten-free flour?

How do I properly measure the flour?

However – if you fluff your flour with a spoon, then gently scoop the flour into the measuring cup, taking care to not pack the flour – that should work for this recipe.

Can this recipe be doubled?

Yes, absolutely. These cookies are perfect for gift giving or parties. So if you need more than 24 – I highly recommend doubling this recipe.

To make these fall sugar cookies you will need…

butter- room temperature
granulated sugar
egg
vanilla extract
almond extract
baking powder
all-purpose flour
confectioners sugar
milk
light corn syrup
food coloring
fall M&M’s or colored sprinkles

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Fall Sugar Cookies

This is the best sugar cookie recipe ever. No chilling, no spread, perfect edges, and still soft and chewy. They are the best fall sugar cookies to make!

Prep Time10

Cook Time8

Cool5

Total Time23

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Keyword: fall, sugar cookie

Servings: cookies

Ingredients

Cookies

1 cup butter (2 sticks) room temperature
1 cup granulated sugar
1 egg room temperature
1 tsp vanilla extract
¼ tsp almond extract
2 tsp baking powder
3 cups all-purpose flour

Icing

1 cup confectioners sugar
1 tbsp milk
1 tbsp light corn syrup
3-4 drops food coloring
¾ cup fall M&M's – chopped/crushed or colored sprinkles sanding sugar- optional

Instructions

Cookies

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
Place the butter in the mixing bowl and beat until smooth and lighter in color.
Slowly beat in the sugar, egg, and extracts, scraping the bowl as needed.
Stir in the baking powder, then the flour, and mix until fully combined.
Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface. Using a rolling pin, roll the dough to about ¼" thick.
Use cookie cutters to cut into desired shapes. Use a spatula to transfer the dough to a parchment-lined baking sheet.
Bake for 6-8 minutes. Cool on the pan approx 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack
Rotate your baking sheets. You want to set the uncooked dough on a cool baking sheet to ensure these bake perfectly. If you use a warm baking sheet, the cookies will bake unevenly.

Icing

In a small bowl, whisk the sugar with a fork to remove all of the lumps.
Whisk in the milk and corn syrup to form a smooth icing. Adding more sugar or milk as needed for desired consistency.
Stir in food coloring to desired shade.
Transfer to piping bag & draw an outline around the edge of your cookie- this will work as a dam for the thinner filler icing.
Once you have completed the border, transfer your remaining icing back into the bowl & add in another tbsp milk to thin out. Stir well.
Transfer thinner icing to a squeeze bottle with a thin opening (see link in post) & squeeze the icing into the center of the cookie. This is called flooding.
Take an offset spatula or toothpick & smooth out to fill inside the border you created.
Sprinkle with crushed M&M's if desired. Let dry completely before stacking.

4-Ingredient Sugar Cookies

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These soft and chewy 4-Ingredient Sugar Cookies are made without eggs or cake mix and don’t require chilling or rolling. So simple, so good! Perfect for a quick and easy dessert!

Who loves sugar cookies? They are a HUGE favorite in our house. The hubs literally could eat ALL of them in just one day.

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Cookie Dough Ice Cream Sandwiches

Creamy, rich ice cream is sandwiched between two soft, chewy cookie dough layers, making these the ultimate Cookie Dough Ice Cream Sandwiches.

If you’re looking for a cool and delicious treat that’s perfect for hot summer days, these Cookie Dough Ice Cream Sandwiches are just the thing! Right now, my favorite ice cream is cookie dough. So, naturally, I have to make some myself!

These little cookie ice cream sandwiches really hit the spot. Imagine creamy vanilla ice cream sandwiched between two layers of edible cookie dough, packed with mini chocolate chips. It’s a dessert that combines the best of two worlds—ice cream and cookie dough—in one scrumptious bite.

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Cinnamon Candy Apples

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Easy homemade Cinnamon Candy Apples are just like you remember from your childhood days at the theme park or county fair. They are the perfect fall dessert!

With the abundance of apples I have here- it should come as no surprise to you all that I finally decided to do some treat-making with them. Last year I did these caramel apples with my homemade caramel.

So I really wanted to do something I had not tried before. The last time we were at Silverwood I was telling my son about the memories of being at the theme parks in So Cal growing up.

For more Fall fun – check out our Mummy Candy Apples too!

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Best Homemade Caramel Candy

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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.

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Easy AWARD WINNING Pie Crust

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This 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.

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Chewy Oatmeal Raisin Cookies

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Chewy 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

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

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!

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Banana Pudding Ice Cream

Banana 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.

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Chocolate Bundt Pudding Cake

This 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.

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Sour Watermelon Pops

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Sour 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.

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Butterscotch Chocolate Chip Cookies

Butterscotch 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?

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German Chocolate Bundt Cake

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Indulge 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.

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Funfetti Cake Batter Dip

Funfetti 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.

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Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough

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If 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

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!

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Chocolate Covered Strawberry Cake

You’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!

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Blueberry Cobbler Bars

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Blueberry 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.

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Caramel Sugar Cone Frozen Yogurt

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Caramel 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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Banana Caramel Ice Box Cake

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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!!!

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Cake Batter Gelato

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Cake 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

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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.

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Strawberry Cheesecake Frozen Yogurt

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Strawberry 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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