This recipe for mini cherry cheesecake cupcakes is a dessert that I love year-round. It’s a great option to include on any party dessert table. It makes a great Valentine’s Day treat, or a special dessert for any time you’re craving cherries and cheesecake! These individual sized desserts are easy to make and so delicious. Keep…
Building a gingerbread house starts with the right dough. This gingerbread recipe for building holiday houses makes a sturdy dough that holds its shape and supports candy decorations. The recipe uses pantry staples and bakes to create strong, even pieces that won’t warp or crack. You’ll learn how to mix, roll, and bake the dough…
This recipe for pumpkin cream cheese dip is easy to make and so delicious. It’s a creamy dip that is made of pumpkin puree and cream cheese with a splash of bourbon! I am always looking for easy appetizers to serve at parties. This pumpkin dip recipe with cream cheese is a favorite of my…
Now that fall is here, it’s finally pumpkin season! I’ve compiled a list of 50 of the best pumpkin recipes to celebrate. No matter what you like to eat, you’ll find something in this list that works for you! There’s desserts, savory dishes, breads, drinks and more. I’ve made sure to include recipes that fit…
The best mashed potatoes are fluffy but not too airy, seasoned perfectly, lump free, and have just the right amount of butter. These cooking tips will show you how to make the perfect mashed potatoes every time. Nothing says comfort food to me like a bowl of creamy and fluffy mashed potatoes. Combining this delicious…
Halloween is a the best time of year to get creative with both food and drink recipes. Get inspired by 10 Halloween cocktails with vodka that are sure to have your party guests shrieking with delight. Vodka is the perfect spirit to use to conjure up some spooky Halloween drinks. It is versatile and blends…
This candy corn dessert idea is the perfect way to use up leftover candy corn from Halloween. Kids and adults alike will love the chewy texture and sweet taste of these easy white chocolate candy corn blondies. Since candy corn is so readily available this time of the year, it makes the perfect add-in for…
Say hello to the Frankenstein Martini. This green Halloween cocktail recipe brings together Frankenstein’s two main colors – black and green – in one delightfully ghoulish drink. It’s so fun to use color in Halloween drinks. There is nothing quite as spooky as a Halloween cocktail using a colored liqueur as a base for the…
Looking for cute Halloween brownie ideas? These yummy Halloween brownies, shaped like mummies, will be the first sweet treat to disappear from your Halloween party dessert table. These mummy brownies are fudgy and whimsical with an eerie, kid-friendly look. Halloween-themed desserts are a hit with both the kids and fun-loving adults. Best of all, they…
Looking for a cocktail recipe that is easy to make, and creative enough to be the talk of your Halloween Party? Try making this Witches Brew cocktail. This blue Halloween drink looks like something a witch would brew in her cauldron! It has a black sanding sugar rim which not only looks eerie but also…
These spiced pumpkin seeds are an easy fall snack made with fresh pumpkin seeds, olive oil, pumpkin pie spice, sugar, sea salt, and cracked black pepper. Roasting the seeds brings out their nutty flavor, while warm spices and a touch of sugar create a delicious sweet-and-savory combination. Making roasted pumpkin seeds is a great way…
If you like the taste of caramel apples in the fall, you will love these caramel apple bars. They taste just like the traditional fall favorite but without all the fuss. This apple oatmeal bar recipe is sweet and hearty, so easy to prepare, and is perfect for National Oatmeal Day, which falls on October…
Here is one of my latest cooking tips for the holidays – make your own homemade pumpkin puree. Pumpkin puree is a staple in Halloween and Thanksgiving cooking. From oatmeal to smoothies, to fudge and energy bites, making fresh pumpkin adds an earthy flavor to many of your fall recipes. You can buy it…
These 30+ Halloween Recipes are the perfect way to celebrate this fun holiday. Halloween will be here before we know it. This holiday is a blast for kids and gives parents a chance to be kids again, too! Halloween party food is fun, spooky, and whimsical, and looks great on a party table. Whether you…
This delicious caramel apple martini uses Granny Smith apples, chopped nuts and a delicious blend of alcohol for one amazing cocktail. Caramel apples are a fun thing to do in the fall but you don’t need to wait for the cold weather to enjoy the taste of them. Today we’ll be getting the memory of those…
These toasted pecans are coated with maple sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg and cooked on the stovetop until they take on a delightful flavor. They are an easy appetizer that comes together very quickly. They’re a great snack to bring to a party because they are dairy-free, Paleo, gluten-free, vegan! Pecans are one of those nuts…
These banana pumpkin pie spice waffles have a rich flavor with a hint of pumpkin pie spice. Making them for breakfast is the perfect way to enjoy a cool fall morning. This pumpkin recipe is also a 30-minute meal, which makes choosing it to make for breakfast or brunch even better. Keep reading to learn…
These fun food projects show just how creative cooking can be. Are you looking for ways to make your food cute? These fun recipes are your answer. Take a simple food idea and make it into a DIY project. From a marshmallow snowman floating in hot chocolate to a hedgehog bread snack, your kids will…
These Oreo bonbons are a cookie and cream candy recipe that will delight your family and friends. They are a great choice for any holiday party dessert table. What do you make when you can’t decide between a cookie and some candy? Why get the flavors of both in one dessert, of course? This sweet…
A cookie exchange is not just for Christmas. Halloween, Thanksgiving, Valentine’s Day, and Easter are also popular times for cookie swaps. This type of party is a fun way to share your favorite cookie recipes since many holiday gatherings include a party dessert table. December 22 is recognized each year as National Cookie Exchange Day. To…
These walnut crescent cookies are very delicate and tasty. The texture is light and fluffy and the flavor has a lovely hint of vanilla and cinnamon. Bring some to your holiday cookie swap and wait for rave reviews. The holidays are just around the corner and that always gets me thinking of making cookies. I…
This easy-to-make cranberry pecan fudge recipe has loads of fall favor and just a hint of sea salt. It’s perfect for holiday entertaining and gift-giving. The taste is sweet, tart, and crunchy, all in one delicious bite! Normally, I am all about peanut butter and chocolate when it comes to fudge. Today, we’ll be veering…
I love making Gingerbread houses for the holidays, and a great start is with a recipe for the perfect royal icing. It makes the house easy to put together and tastes great, to boot. This icing recipe makes a great “glue” to hold all the sections together. Make sure your Gingerbread house gets the perfect…
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?…
This rich and creamy Easy Pistachio Fudge is perfect for your special dessert table and makes a great holiday homemade gift idea. This nutty fudge recipe takes just minutes to prepare and sets beautifully every time. I have to admit it. I love fudge recipes. Every time I go to my local Farmer’s Market, I head…