Deliciously Easy Recipes
This is a classic recipe for the iconic Long Island Iced tea cocktail that will be a hit at any party you’re hosting!
This is the original recipe for this cocktail, as close as it’s possible to the International Bartenders Association (IBA)’s recipe.
View postTriple Chocolate Brownies are a thick & fudgy brownie recipe made from scratch. They are so easy to make & ready in about 30 minutes. So good!
Who loves brownies? I can’t seem to get enough. Out of all the desserts out there, brownies are always so quick & easy to make & satisfy my chocolate craving like nothing else.
There is just something about a thick & fudgy brownie that sends my heart soaring. I think it’s because they have the chewy qualities of a really good cookie & the crumbly qualities of cake. Then if you add toppings or frosting, that is even better.
If you are a fan of a popular whipped pineapple treat but want a little kick with it, you’ll love this Dirty Pineapple Whip Pops Recipe. Boozy rum frozen treat!
Who loves those whipped pineapple treats you see all over the place at certain theme parks? I know, they are so good & the copycat recipes are all over Pinterest. I thought of making just that for the hubs & I one afternoon.
But then I thought it would be so much better if I added a little rum to the mix. I thought I would just make it that way & do it soft-serve style. But I found these pop bags that are just too fun.
View postThe absolute Best Yellow Cake Recipe that’s so moist & delicious. Just like the classic yellow cake grandma made. Perfect for birthdays, parties & more.
Ditch the box. This is the Best Yellow Cake Recipe ever! So rich & moist, especially when paired with a classic chocolate buttercream frosting. I promise you will LOVE IT!
We have several birthdays that we celebrate over the summer months. So in the spring, I start taking orders so everyone can pick the flavor cake they would like.
View postCinnamon Coffee Cake, just like breakfast at grandma’s, pairs perfectly with morning coffee. That ripple of cinnamon through the middle is a crowd pleaser.
Growing up we used to go visit extended family on the weekends. Almost every single time there would be some sort of treat for us to enjoy when we got there. One of my favorites, this Cinnamon Coffee Cake.
I really looked forward to those goodies & vowed I would make similar treats often when I had my own family. I am happy to say that I kept my promise to myself & make snack cakes & coffee cakes as often as I can. They are always a highlight in our week.
These super cute Snowcone Oreo Truffles take easy, no-bake Oreo ball truffles and decorate them like your favorite summer snowcones. Perfect for parties and summer holidays!
Today I’ve got one of those dessert recipes that tend to be remembered for a long time. Imagine biting into a creamy, sweet Oreo truffle that looks just like a mini snowcone!
These Snowcone Oreo Truffles are not only delicious but also super adorable. With just a handful of ingredients, you can whip up these delightful treats that are perfect for any festive occasion, especially a Fourth of July party. Then again, you don’t need a holiday for an excuse to make these little lovelies.
View postPool Party Jello Shots are for adults but can be easily adapted if you want to make them kid-friendly. Super cute and easy to make!
Summertime is still here, and what better way to beat the heat than by diving into a refreshing pool of blue jello shots? Imagine a tray of jello shots in the perfect color of shimmering blue, topped with adorable gummy bears lounging on gummy ring inner tubes.
It’s the fun summer jello shots you never knew you needed! Not only are they a blast to look at, but they also promise a sweet burst of berry flavor with every bite. Perfect for backyard barbecues, pool parties, or just a sunny day with friends.
View postInstant Pot Bacon Mac and Cheese is a quick & easy pressure cooker dinner recipe that is ready in just 10 minutes of cook time. This is a family favorite!
There are few things I love more in this world than a good mac & cheese recipe. We typically make ours on the stovetop, which is quite easy & only takes about 30 minutes or less. But my friends, I made this Instant Pot Bacon Mac and Cheese that is done even faster than that & it is absolutely SCRUMPTIOUS!
Have you jumped on the instant pot craze yet? I picked up mine years ago & it sat in the box for nearly a year before I finally decided to see what it was all about. I’m so sorry it took me that long to get on board because I love it so much. It makes dinner time so much easier.
Banana Cream Pie Frozen Yogurt topped with crushed graham crackers is the perfect frozen treat to serve for all your summer occasions & parties.
I sure love making frozen treats this time of year, especially when it means we can have a little chill out time in the backyard to relax. I really love ice cream & frozen yogurt, so I’m swooning over this Banana Cream Pie Frozen Yogurt right now.
A while back my dear friend Kristen over at Dine and Dish posted this recipe for Old Fashioned Banana Pudding Homemade Ice Cream. It sounded delectable, as her recipes usually are. We made her recipe so many times. Then I got the idea to try the same flavors, only in a frozen yogurt version instead.
Creamy Garlic Tuscan Chicken is made in the slow cooker and is one of the easiest dinner recipes to make. Super flavorful and delicious – You’ll love it!
Tuscan Chicken is a delicious and easy-to-make slow cooker meal. It will absolutely transport your taste buds to the heart of Italy!
This creamy, savory dish is packed with juicy chicken breasts, sundried tomatoes, fresh spinach, and parmesan cheese, making it the perfect comfort food for any day of the week. Let’s dive into this hearty meal and learn how to make Tuscan Chicken, along with some helpful tips and variations.
View postLemon Pound Cake topped with a sweet lemon glaze is the perfect treat to serve at a beautiful summer brunch or for holidays like Easter or Mother’s Day.
Who loves a good pound cake? I sure do, especially with my morning coffee and then again a la mode after dinner. This Lemon Pound Cake is a long time family favorite & I know you’ll love it too.
There’s something about adding citrus to all our favorite desserts this time of year. It really makes us enjoy the beautiful weather just a little bit more. How about you? Do you love adding citrus flavors when the weather gets warm?
**Be sure to try our Easy Lemon Snack Cake Recipe too!
View postCinnamon Roll French Toast Bake is a simple to make breakfast recipe. Just prepare the night before & refrigerate. Bake when you are ready for breakfast the next morning. Easy & delicious.
I sure love easy recipes, especially on the weekend. Anything that can give me more hours with the family instead of cleaning or cooking is a plus in my book.
As much as we love making a big weekend breakfast, it’s so much work. So we created this Cinnamon Roll French Toast Bake that preps in a couple minutes & chills overnight. Then we just bake in the morning while we have our coffee. It’s fantastic.
Super quick weeknight dinners don’t get any easier than this sweet & savory Baked Honey Garlic Chicken. Perfect 30-minute dinner for the whole family.
Is dinnertime crazy for you? I can totally relate, which is why I love super easy dinners that get me in & out of the kitchen in about 30 minutes or less. I think you’ll really love this Baked Honey Garlic Chicken to keep your weeknights low key.
Here’s the deal. 2 of my 3 kids don’t even get home from work until after 7 or later. So dinner around here is really scattered. Then you add activities for them too & life is just crazy. I need dinners that are quick & easy without sacrificing quality or flavor.
Blackberry Crumb Bars are packed with sweet blackberries & a buttery crust & crumble topping. Perfect to serve at all your spring & summer events.
Are you excited about the warmer weather? I sure am because that means we have fresh berries in the house all the time. I really love using them to make something delicious like these Blackberry Crumb Bars.
Since the time my son was just starting to eat solid foods, he has loved blackberries. I used to snack on the ones growing along the trails when I was pregnant with him, so I’m thinking his love for them started much earlier than I originally thought. What’s not to love? Sweet & delicious little gems are perfect for snacking.
Break out the pressure cooker & make this 3-Minute Instant Pot Corn on the Cob that is the perfect side dish recipe for all your backyard BBQ’s this summer.
Do you love corn? It is probably my all-time favorite side dish, especially corn on the cob. So when I figured out how to make this 3-Minute Instant Pot Corn on the Cob I was in absolute heaven.
I mean, for a corn-on-the-cob lover like myself, having it done & ready to enjoy in just 3 minutes is really exciting. It always seems to take so long when making it on the stovetop. But this is so simple & quick.
Don’t miss our Slow Cooker Corn on the Cob too!
View postThis Strawberry Daiquiri recipe is the perfect frozen cocktail for the warmer weather. Great when served at Taco Tuesday or during your next backyard bbq.
Do you love strawberries? We sure do. Growing up in So Cal, they were a part of most of the recipes we made. They are great in so many things, but when the weather heats up, I’m always looking forward to whipping up a few pitchers of Strawberry Daiquiris.
I love them because not only are they easy to make, but everyone loves them. So it is a good thing this recipe makes enough for about 8 glasses. Perfect for those lazy days out by the pool or hosting a house full of party guests.
Lemon Poppy Seed Mini Loaf Cakes topped with a thin lemon glaze makes these the perfect snack cake to serve for Easter brunch or for baby & bridal showers.
Seems this time of year everyone is excited for spring. Who wouldn’t be after a long, cold winter? Because of that, I am seeing lemon recipes everywhere.
While I & some of my family are allergic to citrus, there are others in this house that just go nuts for it. Don’t get me wrong, I haven’t always been allergic & when I was able to have citrus- it was absolutely amazing. The family was really begging for these adorable Lemon Poppy Seed Mini Loaf Cakes. I whipped some up & they were a huge hit.
Savor the flavors of Stir Fry Vegetarian Noodles, with a fusion of fresh vegetables and tender noodles expertly tossed in a savory sauce.
Gather around, veggie lovers! Today, I’m super excited to share with you a recipe that’s not only a feast for your eyes but also a joy for your taste buds – Stir Fry Vegetarian Noodles!
Imagine a plateful of glossy, tender noodles intertwined with a rainbow of crisp, vibrant veggies, all bathed in a rich, savory sauce. This dish is like a hug in a bowl, offering comfort, nutrition, and the pure bliss of homemade goodness.
View postOh my – people!! We made the most amazing dish the other night. I had been craving some chicken with a creamy, spinachy- tomato type sauce. After mulling it over on how I would accomplish this & still fill the family I came up with this Chipotle Spinach Fettuccine.
I have been in love with Cheesy Broccoli Rice since the first time I had it. I love all the great flavors mixed together in soothing comfort food like this one. You won’t believe how easy it is to make this awesome side dish.
Has it warmed up where you are?? Does it feel like spring yet?? I know- seems many of us are getting a yet another little snap of winter. But I have just the thing to perk you up & get you in the mindset of spring. This Lime Fauxjito is light & refreshing & so pretty too.
Raspberry White Chocolate Pound Cake is a deliciously indulgent dessert that combines the sweetness of white chocolate with the tartness of fresh raspberries. The cake itself is rich and moist, with a dense, buttery texture typical of a pound cake.
During the week I try to have my coffee & a breakfast that is healthy. But on the weekends I really enjoy splurging & having a sweet little goodie like this Raspberry White Chocolate Pound Cake with my coffee while the hubs & I sit & talk about what we will be doing for the day & our overall plans. It’s our special time to connect before the kids get up & the business of the day happens.
View postDo you love no-bake treats? They are one of our favorite things to make in this house because they are so easy.
Now that the weather is warmer & we are starting to see more & more fresh fruit in the stores, I just had to make this Strawberry Ice Box Cake that takes just 3 ingredients. Check it out!
View postAir Fryer Breakfast Burritos are so quick & easy to make. Loaded with scrambled eggs, ground sausage, bacon & cheese. A great way to start the day.
One thing I really love is a breakfast burrito. There is just something about all the delicious flavors of breakfast all rolled up in a warm tortilla.
So, of course, I had to pop some in the air fryer & make these Air Fryer Breakfast Burritos that are the absolute best way to start the day.
Don’t miss these Air Fryer Taquitos too!
View postWho loves quiche? My hubs has raved about his favorite quiche since the day I met him. But we are now trying to stick to low carb whenever possible, so I decided to whip up this super easy Pressure Cooker Crustless Quiche that he fell in love with.
Oh how I love a good pineapple upside down cake. Not only was I craving it, but I had an abundance of peaches on my hands. So, of course, I decided it would be great to make this Peach Pineapple Upside Down Cake that is light, fluffy, moist & packed full of that buttery goodness.
Do you love easy no-bake treats? We sure do & these Marshmallow Easter Bars top our list of favorites. With white chocolate, marshmallows & a little bit of candy coated chocolate, you can’t go wrong with these for your Easter celebrations.
Mexican Meatballs made with seasoned ground beef, spices, and zesty salsa, these mouthwatering meatballs bring the fiesta to your plate.
I love meatballs. Let’s just get that out of the way, up front. Ha! Today I’ve got a meatball recipe for you that will knock your socks off!!
Imagine biting into a juicy, tender meatball, bursting with the vibrant flavors of your favorite Mexican food. That’s exactly what you get with these Mexican Meatballs!
View postDo you love churros? We are obsessed with them in our house. So it should come as no surprise that it isn’t unusual for me to whip up a batch of these Churro Bites to satisfy the craving when it strikes. They are so good.
Did you know you can make a delicious holiday ham without ever turning on the oven? Check out this Air Fryer Honey Baked Ham that is simple & oh so tasty!
I don’t know about you, but if I am only cooking a half or a quartered ham, I really don’t want to have to heat that big ol’ oven to make it.
So when I figured out how to make our holiday ham in my air fryer, I was a happy girl. Check out this Air Fryer Honey Baked Ham that is so easy & delicious.
View postBanana Blueberry Oatmeal Muffins are made with hearty oats, and bursting with juicy blueberries and ripe bananas in every bite.
Jumpstart your mornings with the ultimate breakfast treat: Banana Blueberry Oatmeal Muffins! Imagine biting into a warm, fluffy muffin, bursting with the sweet tang of blueberries and the comforting taste of ripe bananas, all while getting a wholesome hug from hearty oats.
These muffins are a harmonious blend of health and happiness, making them an irresistible addition to any breakfast table or snack time.
View postBest White Cake Recipe that is perfect for weddings, birthdays & any other celebration. This easy, classic, 2-layer cake really is the best homemade dessert!
I absolutely love white cake. That light, buttery flavor often paired with a layer of raspberry or bavarian cream filling & coated with a sugary buttercream frosting just makes my heart go pitter-patter.
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