Holiday

This easy recipe from mint chocolate cupcakes is the perfect from-scratch cake recipe! Filled with mint ganache and topped with chocolate mint buttercream. Ready for the perfect pairing of mint and chocolate? The flavor of this cupcake reminds me so much of a Thin Mint cookie. Be prepared to have your mind blown! This from-scratch …

These DIY Harry Potter Wands look like they are straight out of the wizarding world! Made with wooden dowels and a drill! This post has been YEARS in the making. Seriously. A small backstory before we dive in. I threw my son the MOST insane Harry Potter Themed Birthday Party. You see, he is obsessed …

A quick and simple step-by-step tutorial for how to make Chocolate Covered Strawberries. All you need are three ingredients and 20 minutes! I can’t be the only one that is constantly surprised at the high price tag of store bought chocolate covered strawberries, can I? This is the cheapest dessert to make and incredibly easy. …

This is the very BEST Hot Chocolate Mix Recipe. Minimal ingredients means this comes together quickly and is the perfect homemade gift! I never thought I would want to make homemade hot chocolate mix. It’s fairly inexpensive in store, but here’s the thing. This recipe is SO DANG EASY and incredibly simple. Plus, it makes …

This candy cane biscotti recipe comes together quickly, is insanely delicious, and the perfect addition to you holiday cookie tray! A good biscotti recipe is worth its weight in gold. If you are new to the crisp cookie, I always suggest starting with my Almond Biscotti. It is easy, has step by step photos, and …

This easy Gingerbread Cupcakes Recipe will be the hit of the holidays! Bold ginger with the perfect balance of molasses. I love gingerbread. Something about the bold spices and sticky molasses flavor just screams “Holiday” to me. And these cupcakes are no exception. Packed with flavor, moist, and delicious no matter what type of frosting …

This shop has been compensated by Inmar Intelligence and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #HolidaysWithLittleBites These 3 Ingredient Brownie Santa Hats are a fun Holiday snack the entire family will love. Quick, easy, and festive! These brownies are the perfect holiday snack recipe! Entenmann’s Little Bites® Fudge Brownies make the perfect base for …

These are easily the BEST cut out sugar cookies. Made with simple ingredients and no chilling! I grew up with crunchy sugar cookies. My husband grew up with soft. This had us in a real pickle when the holidays rolled around. LUCKILY, this recipe can please us both. Roll it thinner and you get that …

Starbucks Copycat Cranberry Bliss Bars. This holiday treat is made with a sweet shortbread cake, topped with cream cheese frosting, and drizzled with white chocolate!  These cranberry bars are life. I could easily gain a million pounds eating them and be totally fine with that decision. What I’m not fine with is the big price …

Decorating Christmas cookies doesn’t have to be complicated! These easy Grinch cookies are made with gingersnaps dipped in green chocolate with a single sprinkle heart. These cookies could not be more perfect for movie night. Best of all? You can make your own soft ginger cookies or use store bought! The simple dipped chocolate look …

These easy Christmas Tree Rice Krispie Treats use only a handful of ingredients and are the perfect dessert recipe! Quick to make and fuss-free! Are these Christmas tree rice krispie treats the most adorable holiday dessert?? Good news is they are SO STINKEN EASY to make. Since thinking up the idea, I have made these …

There is ALWAYS room for dessert, and these 25 easy Thanksgiving Dessert Recipes are a big part of the meal! Below are 25 of my most popular fall desserts. You will find bars, cakes, pies… Everything and anything you can think of and all are the perfect way to finish your meal. What you’ll find: …

This old fashioned Buttermilk Pie Recipe is a southern classic. Sweet, custard like, filling with half of the work! I first had Texas Buttermilk Pie a few years ago when we lived in Dallas. We visited a local pie shop and the owner said I had to give this one a try! It was honestly …

This simple apple pie recipe comes together quickly and is practically no-fail! Easy, minimal ingredients, and bold apple flavor. The perfect fall dessert recipe. I asked on my Instagram account who likes pie. The result was an overwhelming “YES. GIVE ME ALL THE PIE.” So here I am to share a classic. A Classic Apple …

Add this homemade pie crust recipe to your recipe box. You only need 4 ingredients and minimal prep. Best started the day before, but easily made same day! This post was originally published October 2013. It has since been updated to include clear instructions and photos. It has taken me AGES to get this recipe …

With three simple ingredients you can have a spookily delicious Witches Brew Punch. This easy Halloween recipe tastes incredible and is a fun kid friendly drink. Here’s the thing, I love Halloween. And I am constantly looking for really great recipes to share throughout the month of October. THIS punch is a favorite for so …

This recipe for Pumpkin Pie Truffles is made with a secret ingredient… Golden Oreo Cookies! Only 4 base ingredients and dipped in white chocolate! Perfect fall flavor. Here is the deal. I am completely obsessed with Oreo Truffles. They are so stinken easy to make and always a crowd favorite. I always use them for …

Jalapeno Popper Burgers- These burgers are stuffed with cream cheese, seasoning, and pickled jalapenos. Grilled, baked, or air fried- This is the BEST burger recipe! This recipe was originally published May 9, 2014. It has since been updated to include new photos and recipe tips.  I am obsessed with jalapeno poppers. If I ever see …

These easy sugar cookie bars are soft, chewy, and topped with a delicious vanilla buttercream! Simple to make and a family favorite recipe. We love these sugar cookie bars. In all honesty, I had never tried a bar version of cookies before, but now that I have, these will easily be made more often.  They …

This is the very best pound cake recipe. Comes together quickly and has a secret ingredient that leaves it moist and the perfect crumb! Great when served with whipped cream and fresh berries! I absolutely adore this moist pound cake. It is quick to make, incredibly impressive in the looks department, and can be topped …

This creamy dill potato salad is the perfect summer side dish. Made with red potatoes, Dijon mustard, and dill- You’ll have people begging for the recipe! Summer is here, which means I am on the hunt for perfect side dish recipes! Potato salad is an obvious choice, so when we fired up the grill for …

Easy and delicious funeral potatoes, also known as cheesy potatoes, are about to become your go-to side dish recipe! Simple to make, minimal ingredients, and big flavor! This recipe was originally published Nov 13, 2015. It has since been updated to include more clear instructions and photos. This recipe was introduced to me when I …

This easy balloon garland takes an hour to make and is an amazing addition to any celebration! All you need is balloons, fishing line, and a needle!  Today is my son’s 11th birthday.  We are hanging at home and don’t have big plans, but I still wanted to try to do something special for his …

These easy red velvet cookies are made with just 5 simple ingredients! The secret? Cake mix! In under 20 minutes you can have beautiful red velvet cookies topped with chocolate hearts.  The day of love is quickly approaching. I have been working on some treats that are oh-so perfect to share with that special someone. …