Chocolate covered marshmallow pops are some of our most favorite things to make for Valentine's Day! Not only are these easy to make, they are pretty and taste good, too! These chocolate covered marshmallow pops are the perfect addition to any Valentine's day party or gathering. Be sure to save one for yourself as these gems go quickly! Chocolate Covered Marshmallow Pops Ingredients: Marshmallows (3 per pop) Lollipop sticks Melting chocolate or chocolate chips Colored melting chocolate for drizzling (red, pink, white) Sprinkles Optional Packaging: Valentine Tags View Post
Are you looking for some fun recipes to make with the family over the holiday season? You are in the right place! Come see our family's plethora of holiday dishes to appease any taste buds.
How to Plan a Successful Thanksgiving Dinner
How to Plan a Successful Thanksgiving Dinner Even the host of Thanksgiving dinner should be allotted a stress-free day with family and friends. There are many ways you can plan a successful Thanksgiving dinner, but the thought that comes to mind for most is how to have a successfully stress-free feast with the family. Today we want to share a few tips on how you can plan a successful Thanksgiving dinner so there’s more time for conversations and less time for financial and emotional stressors. Start Planning the Meal Ahead of Time Make a list of every meal item you want to serve on View Post
Frankenstein Brownies
These Frankenstein brownies are a fun and festive way to celebrate Halloween or make for your next monster-themed party. We are always looking for fun things to make in the kitchen and these Frankenstein brownies fit the bill. We hope you enjoy creating and eating these fun treats! Frankenstein Brownies Yields: 12 brownies Prep and Time: 15 minutes | Bake Time: 45 minutes | Total Time: 1 hour Ingredients: 1 box Brownie Mix (plus required eggs, oil and water as directed on box) White Frosting (your favorite homemade recipe or storebought) Candy eyes Mini M&M’s Small View Post
20 Breakfast Smoothies For Kids
Choosing breakfast smoothies for kids is an important job in our house. Our kids love smoothies. As a matter of fact our kids love smoothies so much that we are likely going to have to replace our beloved Vitamix in the very near future. And this time I think we are going to try out this Ninja Blender as we've heard so many good things about it! As a parent we want to give our kids the nutrients they need all while being able to transport their breakfast on-the-go if need be. These 20 breakfast smoothies for kids are a great way to start off any day of the week! And besides, smoothies are View Post
Red White + Blue Fruit Pizza
Are you looking for a scrumptious Patriotic dessert? If so, our Red White + Blue Fruit Pizza will do the trick! Around here we are always looking for creative, beautiful, and tasty recipes that will brighten up our 4th of July celebration. And as a military family we love to show our Patriotic pride through our creations. What we love most about this red, white, and blue fruit pizza recipe is that it is not only beautiful but totally delicious. It is always a hit at any celebration we create it for and you can use any fresh fruit you desire. We hope you enjoy! Red White & Blue Fruit View Post
Pumpkin Pie Energy Bites
Do you like pumpkin pie? I do. Actually saying "I do" is an understatement. My family and I really really love pumpkin pie. Do you lack energy from time-to-time? Yep, I do too. Being a mom doesn't always leave me with the proper amount of sleep nor energy. So you know what? Why not take my love for pumpkin pie and need for energy and make a delicious snack? Today I am sharing with you my recipe for pumpkin pie energy bites. These are great for a snack while on-the-go, breakfast, or even after a great workout! I hope you love these little balls of wonder as much as I do! Pumpkin Pie Energy View Post
Apple Cider Doughnut Smoothie
For our family, fall is one of the most enjoyable seasons of the year. We love the beautiful, colorful leaves falling from the trees and blowing around in the wind. We love the cooling of temperatures and cozy nights by the fire. We love the different aromas and spices associated with the fall season. And most of all, we love creating fun masterpieces together in the kitchen. Today we want to share with you one such masterpiece: Apple Cider Doughnut Smoothie. This delicious drink is perfect for the holiday season or for just sipping on when the cool weather sets in. This beautiful and View Post
White Chocolate Pumpkin Toppers
We are excited to share these adorable and easy white chocolate pumpkin toppers with you. These fun and inexpensive seasonal delights are not only cute, but enjoyable to make with the children. We use these fun toppers for cupcakes, muffins, and other fun fall treats. And truth be told, sometimes we make them and just eat them. Ha! However ever you decide to enjoy them, we hope they spice up your holiday season! White Chocolate Pumpkin Toppers Ingredients 2 large white chocolate squares ½ cup each (actual orange or green white chocolate melts work best) 2 small bowls Orange and green View Post
Halloween Spider Cookies with Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups
Reese's Peanut Butter Cup Halloween Spider Cookies Let's be honest. Most of us are NOT fans of spiders. But for some odd reason they seem okay during Halloween, well kind of. We think that cute spiders like the ones we make with these totally yummy Reese's Peanut Butter Cups are an exception to my (mostly) no spider rule. If you are looking for a fun, tasty, and cute treat for your next Halloween party, then these might as well be your go-to! Enjoy! Spooky Spider Cookies Items Needed: Any type of homemade cookie – you can use a store bought refrigerated sugar cookie or homemade View Post
Halloween Chocolate Bark
Our family always gets so excited to start baking during the holiday season. For us, the kick off is during Halloween and extending straight into Thanksgiving and then Christmas. We love creating easy, fun, and delicious treats together. This Halloween chocolate bark recipe is not only easy but is also always a big hit at our seasonal gatherings! We hope that this fun recipe will become a staple at your next Halloween shindig and throughout the year. Enjoy! Halloween Chocolate Bark Ingredients 1.5 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips 1 cup pretzel twists, crushed 1/4 cup candy corn 1/4 cup View Post