Sweets

Welcome to my recipe index where I share my families most favorite meals. Most of these recipes are just so darn tasty that I have repeated them enough times that I discovered where to cut corners, making convenient substitutions that allow me to get dinner served in less than an hour and some in under 30 minutes.

Dec 16, 20202 min read

Spiced Nuts

Once we are back to hosting parties and shindigs in our homes, put this make-ahead Spiced Nuts recipe on your menu. It feels special, and...

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Oct 4, 20192 min read

Oatmeal Jam Bars

My close friends know I do not like fruit in my dessert. While you may think this is crazy talk, I have met several people who agree with...

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Aug 7, 20191 min read

Brownie in a Mug

Years ago I discovered this simple recipe online for a fudge brownie microwaved in a mug. Yes, microwaved ya'll. It is perfectly rich and...

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Aug 7, 20191 min read

Cookies for Two

Don't tell my kiddos but sometimes after Jim and I put them to bed I whip up a small dessert for the two of us to share. This small-batch...

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Jul 12, 20192 min read

Chocolate Chip Cast Iron Skillet Cookie

Have you ever dug into a warm ooey gooey chocolate chip skillet cookie? It is heaven! This is an easy recipe for that restaurant-style...

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Dec 23, 20181 min read

White Chocolate Eggnog

Sweet little nightcaps as pretty as this White Chocolate Eggnog is the perfect way to end a marathon gift wrapping session. I have read...

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Dec 22, 20184 min read

Buttermilk Pancakes

Pancakes are pretty simple to whip up when you have all the ingredients on hand, but who keeps buttermilk in the fridge? I have two...

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Dec 22, 20182 min read

Chocolate Cherry Cake

If you think you don't have time to make a dessert for a gathering this weekend, think again. This Chocolate Cherry Cake is so decadent...

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Dec 15, 20182 min read

Confetti Shortbread Cookies

I am thankful a coworker pointed me towards this recipe for an easy shortbread cookie which I made in mass this year for two cookie...

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Dec 9, 20182 min read

Chocolate Chunk Cookies

Give Santa the shock of a lifetime when he bites into these amazing and delicious cookies. On the outside, they look like a chocolate...

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Nov 11, 20182 min read

Mexican Wedding Cookies

Some call these melt-in-your-mouth cookies, Russian Tea Cakes, Snowballs but I grew up knowing them as Mexican Wedding Cookies. They...

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Nov 11, 20182 min read

Candied Pecans

Glazed nuts, candied almonds, cinnamon-sugar pecans, whatever you call them, here are two fool-proof ways to make the best snack for the...

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Nov 11, 20182 min read

Popcornucopia

I was invited to do a cooking demo this weekend focused on fall appetizers. The audience was working moms {this is my jam} so I...

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Sep 10, 20181 min read

Banana Bread

This is a classic recipe, and I wouldn't mess with a classic. I usually make Banana Bread around Easter because instead of allowing the...

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Mar 4, 20181 min read

Butter Bars

Do you need to provide something at the last minute for a bake sale? Maybe you want a way to sincerely thank someone but you are short on...

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Feb 22, 20181 min read

Orange Whip Cake

This cake is as refreshing and light as it looks. Keep it in the fridge so the whipped topping doesnt melt, and enjoy a cool slice of...

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