These no bake chocolate peanut butter energy bites are full of flavor and have only 88 calories in each bite. They are easy to make, low in sugar, and have a rich creamy chocolate peanut butter taste. I love making energy balls. Their high fiber and protein ingredients help to keep you full and they …
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This chocolate cherry cheesecake bundt cake has a rich cherry and cheesecake center surrounded by dark chocolate cake and topped with a rich chocolate and icing glaze. It is the best of worlds – cheesecake and chocolate cake – made in one pan. This dessert would be a good focal point on any party dessert table. …
Entertaining this time of the year can make for a stressful few months if you don’t have a few easy appetizers in your arsenal. Lucky for me, (and you!) these crostini recipes come together in a flash and are perfect for those times when guests show up with little notice. Do you like 30 minute meals? …
If you are looking for a switch from the normal pico de gallo, try this Roasted Beet Salsa with tangerines and red onion. It is hearty with a hint of sweetness and very low in fat. One of my favorite things to do each week is make a trip to my local Farmer’s market. The …
These delicious chocolate peanut butter oatmeal bars have a thick layer of peanut butter goodness between two layers of hearty rolled oats, all drizzled in deep, dark chocolate. These yummy no bake bars mean that they are super easy to make and there is no need to turn on the oven. The bars are the …
These amazing cookie dough brownies have an egg-free layer of cookie dough and a rich chocolate glaze. This recipe combines the best part of chocolate chip cookies and fudge brownies in one delicious bar. Keep reading to find out how to make them. Who doesn’t love cookie dough? Kids have been lining up for generations …
These microwave oatmeal bars could not be easier to make. They have just 6 ingredients and are made in the microwave in just minutes. If you need a quick and easy dessert that needs to be made in a hurry, these easy oatmeal bars are for you! The cooking takes less than 10 minutes! (Be …
Always a hit at pot luck dinners and summer barbecues, these no bake peanut butter chocolate oatmeal cookies have been made more healthy with a few easy substitutes. But don’t let that fool you – the flavor still rocks! No bake desserts are super easy to make, and come together in a flash without heating …
These no bake sweet potato energy balls are a powerhouse of nutrients in one delicious bite. The balls are naturally sweet with a bit of a kick from fresh ginger and are the perfect way to add healthy nutrition to your snack time. This recipe is vegan and gluten free. The savory sweet potato balls …
Short on time, but big on the desire to treat your sweet tooth? These brownie cookies from a mix are a semi-homemade way to make snack time tasty in a flash. Get the scoop on making these “brookies” with my step-by-step tutorial. Have you ever heard of the term brookies? When cookie dough is baked …
These Heath bar brownies are made with a packaged fudge brownie mix that is jazzed up with Heath Bar baking pieces in both the brownies themselves and also as a topping for the easy homemade chocolate ganache frosting. Most of the time, I cook from scratch. But there are busy days when I just don’t …
This baked garlic Parmesan chicken recipe is a sheet pan meal that is super easy to prepare and tastes amazing. The chicken is crispy and so tender. The recipe is full of flavor and perfect for a family dinner for busy week nights. I love making sheet pan dinners. There is something about tossing everything …
Making homemade biscuits isn’t hard but there are a few things to keep in mind if you want them to turn out successfully. These cooking tips will help you get the most out of your recipe. Who doesn’t like the taste of a Southern-style fluffy and flaky biscuit made from scratch? They are a staple …
This recipe for a rich chocolate brownie with pecans and peanut butter is my go-to dessert when time is short and the family is hungry for something sweet. Using a boxed brownie mix with some tasty add ins takes this dessert to a whole new level when it comes to taste and texture. I love …
This creamy garlic Parmesan mushroom chicken recipe features tender chicken breasts and mushrooms swimming in a rich garlicky Parmesan sauce. The easy recipe is on the table in less than 30 minutes and you’ll be delighted to see the last drop of sauce gone from the plates! We have chicken often during the week at …
Time to get cozy with a chicken pot pie – soup style. If you love the flavor of chicken pieces with vegetables smothered a rich white gravy, you’ll want to dig into this creamy chicken pot pie soup. It’s so hearty and filling and super easy to make. When you don’t have the time to …
What is not to love about such a pretty dessert? This brownie cheesecake bar recipe has a creamy cheesecake topping that is layered on top of a fudgy, nutty brownie bottom and drizzled with dark chocolate. They are easy enough for a busy weeknight and pretty enough for any special occasion. This tasty slice is one of …
This gluten free lemon slice recipe has the perfect balance of tart and sweet with a creamy center that feels and tastes almost like custard. The crumble topping adds the perfect crunchy texture to these sunshine bars. I love bar recipes of any kind but when you add lemon to the mix, my husband gets …
Roasting red peppers is super easy to do and gives you a great tasting result that is so different from the pepper’s natural taste. This cooking tip gives you four ways for roasting peppers and works with both sweet bell peppers, and spicy chili peppers. If you have never eaten a roasted red pepper, fresh from …
This delicious beef noodle casserole is bursting with the flavor of both cream cheese and cheddar cheese to make this a gourmet casserole that will make meal time seem really special. The recipe is easy to make and can be prepared ahead and then baked later in the day to make the dinner hour hassle …
These gluten free date bars are chock full of healthy, good for you ingredients, but have a flavor that is still rich and decadent. The taste reminds me of “mom’s cooking” with home cooked dates, oozing with maple sugary sweetness. To this day, they are still one of my bar recipes. The gooey date filling pairs perfectly …
This recipe for mozzarella chicken uses tender dark meat chicken thighs with a delicious topping of bacon, honey mustard and mozzarella cheese. It is an easy meal that is ready in about 45 minutes. It’s a perfect chicken recipe for a busy week night and special enough to serve for guests. This recipe is fast …
This recipe for chicken enchiladas has a spicy sour cream taco sauce. Roll the mixture up in tortillas and serve with your favorite toppings. These enchiladas are easy to assemble and special enough to serve for guests. The creamy sauce is a nice contrast to the spicy chicken filling. It is a great choice when …
These cumin grilled chicken breasts are a tasty 30-minute recipe that is made with an easy spice rub. The rub has just three ingredients and gives the chicken a savory Middle Eastern flavor that tastes amazing. The recipe can be cooked in the oven, or on a stovetop or outdoor grill which makes it very versatile. …
This steak fajita chili recipe is brimming over with chunks of fork tender beef and fajita style vegetables in a rich, spicy chili base. The whole recipe is made on the stove top to coax out the flavors that only one pot meals made in layers can deliver. There is nothing quite like the look or …
If you are having a day when getting dinner on the table is a chore, then these quick and easy taco melts will become one of your favorite 30 minute meals. These delicious bundles have a spicy flavored meat center with cheese, all baked inside a rolled out slice of biscuit dough. For another great …