Balancing the Good Things in Life
If you’ve never tasted made from scratch pudding, let me tell you… there is a huge difference in homemade-from-scratch pudding and the kind you buy in a box at the grocery store. HUGE! I should warn you that once you’ve tried homemade-from-scratch pudding there is no going back to the other stuff. Yes, it’s that […]
Apple Pie is one of those year-round comfort foods. It’s served during fall as a feature dessert for many Thanksgiving meals. It’s also served in the summer time with a scoop of ice cream. It can be dressed up in a fancy pie dish with elaborate crust details, or you can pick one up at the […]
Caramel Sauce is one of my weaknesses. I love this stuff on ice cream, brownies, chocolate bars, apples, and drizzled on top of about any kind of whip-cream-covered beverage. It has such a rich, smooth flavor that pairs nicely with so many things. And…like just about anything else, Caramel Sauce is better when you make it […]
Apple desserts are classic comfort foods, and many of them are made with Apple Pie Filling. Think of just about any dessert made with apples, and chances are it will also make you think of your Mom or Grandma or family. Apple Pie Apple Tarts Apple Cobbler Apple Crumble Apple Crisp Apple Pie Cookies Apple Pie […]
Apple season is coming. Holiday season is coming. We all know what that means. Apple Pie season is coming! And, as delicious as Apple Pie is, it is not friendly to the waistline. For those of us longing to enjoy dessert but trying really hard to watch our caloric intake, here’s a recipe you’ll want […]
Jell-O Marshmallow Pinwheels are quick enough to make for a weeknight dessert, colorful enough for a party and simple enough for an after school snack. They are sure to bring smiles and fun to all ages. Jell-O Marshmallow Pinwheels You’ll need a 3 oz package of flavored gelatin in several different colors, mini marshmallows and […]
Did you ever get one of those Orange Dole Whips from Disney World (they have them in Pineapple flavor, too)? Did reading that just make your mouth water? Are you wishing you could have one right now? You are only 3 ingredients and a few minutes away from making one at home. Orange Whip (like […]
Some days you just need a really cold drink to help you cool off. And since we’re all grown ups here, we certainly want something more adult than a milkshake (those are for kids, right?). A Vanilla Bean Frappuccino is a much more sophisticated choice. Or is it? When you discover how easily you can make […]
Are you ready for the easiest Peach Ice Cream recipe you’ll ever find? Not only is it easy, but it’s quick! You can also control the sweetener and kind of milk used, so it’s adaptable to many different diets. Peach Ice Cream Recipe There are a whopping THREE ingredients in this recipe: peaches, milk, and honey. If […]
What is the first thing that comes to mind when you hear “Neapolitan?” Neapolitan reminds me of ice cream. Ice cream reminds me of summer. However, I think these Neapolitan Brownie Bars would be great for any season! The three distinct layers are so pretty on the plate. Each layer has it’s own flavor and slightly different […]
