If you LOVE cheesecake but don’t really have the patience for it, THIS is your recipe. These tarts are no-egg, no-bake, and no-fuss! The lemon zest and raspberry combine as a perfect fresh, sweet and summery flavor combo to kick these up a notch. For…
Transform your kitchen into a donut shop this Valentine’s Day! These simple mini donuts are perfect to shape and decorate with the kids. Best yet is the recipe is so much easier than you’d expect. I included a recipe for a basic dough OR an…
It’s time to look like a master decorator with the aid of a microwave, some parchment, and a single toothpick! Candy bark is sooo easy to make, decorate, and enjoy! Then once you’ve got the recipe down you can make rainbow bark, mermaid bark, or…
These little penguins are almost too cute to eat…ALMOST! For those who enjoy catching the latest episode of The Great British Baking Show and get excited about the decorating challenges, well these birds are for you! A lot less pressure while still a lot of…
Flaky, sweet, and the perfect breakfast treat these pastries say “I love you!” Skip some time with store-bought jam or have some fun making your own. You can also frost these for added sweetness if you want to go all out. I leave the finishing…
Valentine’s Day Trail Mix Makes 6 cups Packing a special holiday snack for school or daycare can be a challenge. This ridiculously easy trail mix is a fun answer for a no-bake Valentine’s Day treat. Ingredients: 2 cups heart shaped cereal (Kashi makes one called…
Mixed Berry Smoothie Bowl Makes 1 large serving (3 toddler size portions) Smoothie bowls are a fun way of spooning up a healthy breakfast as if it were ice cream. A good friend of mine taught her daughter that chia seeds are “nature’s sprinkles” which…
Raspberry Crumble Mini Muffins Makes 24 muffins These mini muffins are perfectly toddler-sized. They are also wonderfully snackable for adults who will enjoy the fresh lemon zest, sweet raspberry and irresistible crumble topping. Muffins: 1 cup all purpose flour 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder 1/4…
Beet Hummus Makes about 2 cups This hummus is as pretty as it is tasty. It makes the ideal healthy snack or sandwich spread. Ingredients: 1 (15.5 oz) can of chickpeas, drained 1 medium cooked beet, plus 1 teaspoon juice 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 tablespoon…
Raspberry Maple French Toast Bake Serves 4 This is the ideal holiday breakfast before a big event (like Mother’s Day). You do all the work the night before so on the big day all you have to do is preheat the oven when you make…