Chocolate Cookies & Cream Cupcakes

 My husband was going to be going on a men's retreat and I wanted to make a dessert to send with him. I remembered this delicious cake I had many years ago at my friend Michelle's house when she hosted a spa party, and I thought it would be perfect for the guys.  I decided to make the cake into cupcakes so they wouldn't have to worry about cutting it up. And of course I had to taste test one! … Read More

Apple Fritter Cake

It's September and that means it's apple season! It's still warm temperatures around where I live, but I am ready for cooler temps, crisp weather, apple cider, pumpkin spice lattes, and chili! Can't wait! While I do love all the seasons, fall is my favorite time of year. What's your favorite season? I bought some apples at the store and was just itching to bake something up with them and had … Read More

Corn Flake Crusted Chicken

My mom used to make this corn flake chicken often when I was growing up. It was one of my very favorite meals that she made. It came to my mind recently and I realized I had never tried making it myself. So, I called my mom and asked her for the recipe, but unfortunately she couldn't find it. I was able to find a similar one online, thankfully! This chicken was so moist and flavorful! Adam … Read More

Mississippi Mud Muffins

My husband and I are a huge fan of the Martha White Strawberry Cheesecake Muffins, so when Martha White contacted me to try some new recipes with some of their mixes, I jumped at the chance. These Mississippi Mud Muffins immediately jumped out to me as I will use any excuse I can to eat chocolate for breakfast! These were so decadent and chocolatey and they could definitely double as dessert … Read More

Pepperoni Pizza Rolls

Are you ready for some football?!?! Since it's college football kickoff weekend, I thought it would be appropriate to post another appetizer. Do you love college football, or just love the football food? I love both, haha! Even if you don't love football, you will love this pizza roll! Definitely a fun twist on regular pizza and can easily be doubled or tripled for a large crowd. It would … Read More

Peach Blueberry Crumble

I had some beautiful peaches and blueberries sitting in my fridge just longing to be used in some sort of dessert. I browsed through my pinterest boards and came back across this recipe. I had everything on hand to make it and it took hardly any time to put together. This Peach Blueberry Crumble was incredible! It was comforting with just the right amount of sweetness and just feels like … Read More

Cinnamon Roll Bread

If you need an easy treat to take to a breakfast meeting or a make for a family brunch, this should definitely be on your list! This cinnamon roll bread was so moist and sweet, just like a cinnamon roll but didn't require any yeast or waiting for it to rise!  Best part is that it came together super quickly. You could definitely whip it up and then put it in the oven while you go get ready … Read More

No Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars

Recently I wanted to make a dessert for a youth retreat but I didn't really feel like turning on the oven. I remembered seeing these no bake peanut butter bars several places and thought they would be a crowd pleaser and I was right! These were so decadent and creamy and had a reese's feel to them. I had people come up to me and tell me how much they loved them! They really are super easy to … Read More

Fresh Tomato Marinara Sauce

I don't know about you, but thanks to my mother-in-law and my neighbors I found myself with an abundance of fresh tomatoes (which I am so thankful for)! I was thinking of a way to use them up but didn't have all the ingredients to make salsa so I decided to make some fresh marinara sauce. I've posted a couple of different versions before (here and here) and it they were really good, but I … Read More

Cheeseburger Dip

 It's almost football season!!! And you know what that means....it's almost appetizer season!!! Of course, I'll take any excuse throughout the year to eat appetizers. They are my weakness, especially the chip & dip kind like this cheeseburger dip! This dip was great, especially with the lettuce tomato on top! I was kind of skeptical before making it but it was really very good and had all … Read More