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M&M Blonde Brownies

March 11, 2014 5 Comments

These soft, chewy M&M Blonde Brownies are a fun snack any time of day. Try packing them into your kid’s lunch boxes or snacking on them after school with a glass of milk.

Today I am slightly dragging a little. I have discovered that boys are much louder than girls. And by boys, I really mean grown men. Last night my hubby had game night at our house. Seriously I think 5 grown men huddled around a board game are much louder than any group of women for sure. Loud voices and laughing do not make going to sleep very easy.

Usually they set up the game in the basement, but last night it was upstairs in the dining room. Of course it was the room without carpet, so it just echoed through out the entire house. I did stay up for a bit doing some computer work in the office. All I heard was laughing and talking about which army was going to destroy the rest. I finally waved the white flag and went to bed even though they were still going strong on their game at midnight. Thank goodness the closed door blocked some of the sound. [Read more...]

No Bake Nutella S’mores Granola Bars

February 20, 2014 61 Comments

Mini chocolate chips and marshmallows add a fun twist to these no bake granola bars. S’mores for breakfast or after school will have everyone smiling.

Lately I have become obsessed with making everything granola. We have had granola bites and granola bars every single week for the past month. I’m trying to space them out sharing them here because I’m sure you are not as obsessed as I am.

It all started with these Skinny Peanut Butter Granola Bites and has just spiraled out of control. Let’s just say that the big container of rolled oats is down to the last few oats. Mental note: add that to the grocery list.

Peanut butter, cranberry, coconut, sprinkles, chocolate chip, blueberry…just a few of the things that have made their way into our granola bars/bites recently. [Read more...]

Caramel Coconut Brownies

February 16, 2014 53 Comments

When your sweet tooth starts craving something sweet, these Caramel Coconut Brownies are just what you need. The homemade brownie layer is the perfect way to start.

It’s almost that time of year. The time of year when little boxes of cookies start to appear all over the place.

You know the boxes right? The green ones sold by cute little girls trying to sucker you into spending your hard earned money on like 4 cookies. Ok, ok, there might be 6 in there. This is the time of year when I have to strategically plan my shopping trips because those cute girls are everywhere. Now I have no problem looking away and saying no. Yes, I’m kind of hard hearted like that. But my hubby is softer. [Read more...]

Red Velvet Cheesecake Brownies

February 9, 2014 52 Comments

Can’t decide if you want cheesecake or brownies for dessert? These Red Velvet Cheesecake Brownies are two desserts in one. Two are better than one for sure.

You knew one more crazy dessert had to be coming before Valentine’s Day right?

And what is crazier than cheesecake brownies? Not too much! In the spirit of love week, I added some red velvet cake mix to the cheesecake. So if you think about it, this is really three desserts all rolled into one amazing treat! Brownies, cheesecake, AND cake batter? Hold me back!!! [Read more...]

Red Velvet Oreo Fudge Bars

January 26, 2014 59 Comments

Cookies and chocolate chips add an intense chocolate taste to these Red Velvet Oreo Fudge Bars. They are the perfect treat for snacking on this Valentine’s Day.

There are some food trends that I just never get on board with very often. How do you feel about red velvet? I have been seeing different red velvet treats popping up all over the place, so I decided to jump on board for a short while.

Recently I asked my Facebook fans if anyone loved or hated red velvet…it was pretty evenly split on the responses. So, I decided that the red velvet cake mix on my counter was getting used. I had picked it up on a whim one night, then I had started to question my choice of cake flavor. Red Velvet here we come! [Read more...]

White Chocolate Reese’s Brownies

January 15, 2014 60 Comments

Brownies topped with a white chocolate mousse, Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups and sprinkles is a great way to celebrate a special occasion.

Today we have a fun surprise for someone special! A group of my blog friends and I are surprising my sister-in-law Stephanie from Back for Seconds with a virtual baby shower for her cute new baby boy!

I know that Steph has a sweet tooth just like me, and brownies are one of her favorites. So today we are going to have some overloaded brownies. These White Chocolate Reese’s Brownies are the perfect way to celebrate a sweet new baby boy! [Read more...]

White Chocolate Caramel Granola Bars

January 5, 2014 38 Comments

These White Chocolate Caramel Granola Bars are an easy way to start out the day with homemade goodness. They are perfect for breakfast or snacking on any time of day.

Right now I am sitting inside all toasty warm with my space heater. Outside the weather is frightful. We are under a winter storm warning with a severe wind chill warning. Everything has shut down around here for the day and possibly for the day tomorrow.

Our kids are excited that another day has possibly been added to their winter break…little do they realize that just means another day somewhere else [Read more...]

Hot Cocoa 3 Musketeers Brownie Bites

December 20, 2013 19 Comments

Brownie cups filled with a 3 Musketeers candy bar are an easy treat to make when your child surprises you with needing a dessert the next day.

Hoarding fun candies and brownie mixes comes in handy more than you realize.

My son pulled the whole “I need cookies for our class party tomorrow” trick on me. He does live me, and knows that I bake ALL the time. I’m sure he thought that a short notice was all I really needed. Well, these mini brownie cups were on my mind, so he got brownie cups instead of cookies. Thank goodness I can’t resist adding bags of fun candy to my cart every time I go shopping. [Read more...]

Peppermint Bark Cheesecake Brownie Pie

December 15, 2013 38 Comments

A brownie pie topped with white chocolate cheesecake and peppermint bark is sure to get you in the holiday spirit.

Right now we are living in a winter wonderland. The last few days it has snowed quite a bit. The ground is covered in fluffy white, and the trees are glistening with the snow. It looks beautiful…but can I be honest with you? I am a snow hater. (Ducks as invisible snowballs are hurled)

Oh, I kind of like it at this time of year. Who doesn’t want to wake up on Christmas morning to a white winter wonderland. But then it can melt But alas, I am in for a long few months of cold and ice and cold and snowy days…and did I mention cold?

The older I get the less I can handle being cold. Although at least being cold, you can put layers and layers of clothes on and sit in front of a space heater. I’ve got one blasting at my feet right now. When you are hot, there is only so much you can take off. So, I guess that is one bright spot to being cold. Bring on the layers. [Read more...]

Reese’s Gooey Cake Bars

November 19, 2013 69 Comments

Reese’s peanut butter cups and Reese’s pieces turn these chocolate cake mix bars into a peanut butter lover’s dream dessert. Make these Reese’s Gooey Cake Bars for after dinner, and watch everyone go nuts for them.

Remember a few weeks ago when I admitted HERE that I was struggling remembering any kind of 9th grade science?

Well, it’s gets worse people. Now I can’t even do 4th grade math. Seriously! My brain has decided to go bye bye when it comes to scholastic anything. [Read more...]

Fudge Mint Gooey Brownie Bars

November 13, 2013 52 Comments

Hot fudge, mint Oreo cookies, and Andes mint chips make these Fudge Mint Gooey Brownie Bars seriously a chocolate explosion in your mouth. These are for the chocolate lover in all of us.

These gooey brownie bars need to happen in your kitchen ASAP.

I mean look at the layer of hot fudge coming out of it. What is stopping you from making these?

So the other day, I got an intense craving for mint and chocolate. I had most of the stuff in my cupboards to make these right away…just had to run to the store for the mint Oreos. Now here’s the kicker! I can’t even eat these. [Read more...]