I had lots of strawberries to use up and found this recipe from All Recipes and had to try it. Excellent. It would be perfect for a picnic or family gathering. Or just because you want to make it and eat it up. Printable VersionStrawberry Quick Bread1 cup fresh strawberries1-1/2 cups and 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour1 cup white sugar1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/2 cup and 2 tablespoons vegetable oil2 eggs, beatenDirectionsPreheat oven to 350 degrees. Butter and flour a 9 x 5 inch … [Read more...]
Blueberry Snack Cake
I know I have this posted over at Rainy Day Farm, however, I decided to post it here as well. I just wanted to make sure you all saw it in case you didn't go over there and see it (shame on you). Plus I wanted to have it on my site for reference. So this is a moist and delicious cake that is great for dessert, breakfast, or a snack. Hence the name. However you eat it, I bet you want more than one piece. I did.Blueberry Snack Cake2 c. flour1 1/2 c. sugar1/2 c. cold butter1 tsp. baking powder1 c. … [Read more...]
Golden Graham S’mores
"Want a S'more?" "Some more of what?" "Smalls, you're killing me!" Good ol' Sandlot. I don't know why I only have one picture of this, but oh well. What can you do? I guess I'll just have to make more and take more pictures to add onto this. Darn. Super addicting. Beware. I like it best the day it is made. Others may like it after it sits and is softer. Try it and see how you like it. Golden Graham S'mores8 c. Golden Graham cereal (13 oz box)6 c. mini marshmallows (10 oz. bag)1 tsp. vanilla … [Read more...]
Double Chocolate Cookies
I found these in a Taste of Home magazine. Chewy and brownie-like, these cookies never last long in my house!Double Chocolate Cookies6 Tbsp. Canola Oil1/4 c. softened butter3/4 c. brown sugar1/2 c. sugar2 eggs1 tsp. vanilla1 1/4 c. flour1/2 c. cocoa1/4 tsp. baking powder2 c. semi sweet chocolate chips (or 1 c. white chocolate and 1 c. semi sweet)Beat oil, butter, and sugars. Add eggs. Beat in vanilla. Add flour, cocoa, and baking powder. Stir in chocolate chips. Drop onto ungreased cookie … [Read more...]
Chocolate Chip Cookie Brownies
I saw a recipe like this on the internet somewhere and had to make it. It is the best of two desserts: chocolate chip cookies and brownies. Together. In one dessert. Life is good. All you need is your favorite brownie recipe (or box, in my case) and favorite chocolate chip cookie recipe (Nestle's is my choice). And away we go...Printable VersionIngredients1 box of your favorite brownie mix (or your favorite recipe)Your favorite chocolate chip cookie recipe. I love Nestle Tollhouse so here is … [Read more...]
Sticky Buns
Sticky Buns are the best way to say "I love my family!" They are easy to prepare. Make them at night and by morning, they are ready to bake! I am sure these are also known as "Monkey Bread" but Sticky Buns is just funner to say. Plus it is what they are called. In my family anyway. My mom always made these for us for breakfast. Which I must say is a labor of love since these need to raise a few hours (or more depending on how warm you kitchen is). She would get up around 3 or 4 am to … [Read more...]
Peanut Butter Cheesecake Brownie Babies
If you like the baked cheesecake taste, then you'll love these. I'm more of a no-bake cheesecake fan myself, but these are pretty tasty! See what you think...Peanut Butter Cheesecake Brownie Babies from Kraft 1 pkg (19-21 oz family size) brownie mix1 pkg (8 oz) cream cheese, softened1/3 c. sugar1 egg1/4 c. peanut butter1/2 tsp. vanillawhipped topping (optional)marischino cherries (optional)Heat the oven to 350. Prepare brownie mix as directed on package. Spoon into 20 paper lined muffin cups. … [Read more...]
Fudge Revel Bars
These Fudge Revel Bars are in my top 10 favorite desserts. Which is why I shouldn't make them very often. Especially since it makes a huge cookie sheet sized pan. I first tried these when my aunt made them. I have also seen them in other cookbooks but this version is just perfection. What's a girl to do? Devour Share them of course! I really have a hard time getting through the mixing process because I just want to sit down with the dough and eat it. Straight from the bowl. Well here, look and … [Read more...]
Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies
I am sharing this recipe because I had a hard time finding one on the internet that I liked. You'd think there'd be a lot of Pumpkin Chocolate Chip cookie recipes out there, but you'd be wrong. Some people have never heard of these, can you believe it? Crazy. These are so light when you hold them, but the flavor is incredible. Your house will actually smell cozy and warm.1/2 c. shortening1 1/2 c. sugar1 egg1 tsp. vanilla2 1/2 c. flour1 tsp. baking powder1 tsp. baking soda1/2 tsp. … [Read more...]
Pumpkin Cake with Cider Caramel Sauce
This is such a yummy fall dessert. I love pumpkin cookies and this cake takes baking with pumpkin to a new level of deliciousness. Pumpkin Cake with Cider Caramel Sauce1 c. sugar1 1/2 c. flour1 1/2 tsp. baking powder1 1/2 tsp. baking soda1 1/2 tsp. cinnamon1/2 tsp. salt3/4 c. oil1 (15 oz) can pumpkin2 eggsCider Caramel Sauce1/2 c. brown sugar1 Tbsp. cornstarch2/3 c. apple cider2 Tbsp. heavy cream1 Tbsp. buttersalt to tasteDirectionsFor the cake, combine the sugar, flour, baking powder, baking … [Read more...]
