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Crispy Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies

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Our Crispy Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies have golden brown edges and soft centers loaded with chocolate. Everyone loves this easy-to-make cookie recipe!

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The Best Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies

We love baking chocolate chip cookies because they are the perfect treat for any occasion or event.

Over the years, we have made several variations of the classic cookie. My favorites are cherry, salted caramel, and coconut.

However, when our youngest son asks for chewy cookies with chocolate chips, this is the only recipe that will do. They are great for school bake sales, boys' soccer parties, or just because you want cookies and milk.

Why You'll Love This Recipe

Every mom and baker needs a classic cookie recipe that can be made quickly. This one is a hit every single time!

  • These cookies have the best chewy texture. The combination of ingredients gives each one crisp, golden brown edges and soft, chewy centers.
  • Each one is loaded with chips. We make this chocolate chip cookie recipe with semi-sweet chips. This recipe is versatile because you can customize it with various types of chips, nuts, toffee, or coconut.
  • This cookie dough doesn't need any chill time. You can bake it as soon as it is mixed.
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M&M Cupcakes

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These sweet M&M Cupcakes are moist, delicious, and packed with chocolate candies. The homemade frosting and mini M&M's make them a festive and memorable treat for any party.

Two vanilla cupcakes on a plate with colorful candies on top.

This post was first published in May 2011. It was updated and then republished in June 2024.

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Candy Cupcakes

M&M's have always been one of my favorite candies. There is something about those milk chocolate candies that "melt in your mouth, not in your hand" that I love every time.

I like to keep our pantry stocked with bags of candy and chocolate chips, so I'm always ready to bake something fun. The other day, I decided to make these M&M cupcakes again. Who doesn't love a good cupcake? Especially one filled with colorful, candy-coated chocolate candies! 

These simple cupcakes are filled with milk chocolate candies and topped with creamy vanilla buttercream and also more M&Ms. They are great for parties or just when you want a cupcake. The colorful candy shells give the treats a fun, tie-dyed look that kids and adults will love.

Why You'll Love This Recipe

  • Colorful and Fun: The M&M's candy shells add a pop of color to the cupcakes, making them pretty and fun to eat.
  • Delicious Flavor Combo: Enjoy moist vanilla cupcakes with rich frosting and crunchy M&M candies for a delightful flavor combination!
  • Party-Ready: This dessert is great for any party, whether it's a birthday or a casual gathering. Everyone will love it!
  • BONUS: If you love cupcakes, you will not want to miss out on these cherry chip cupcakes or Reese's chocolate peanut butter cupcakes.
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Chocolate Cream of Coconut Cake

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This Chocolate Coconut Cake is a delightful summer treat! It's filled with creamy coconut milk and topped with whipped cream and coconut flakes. This moist poke cake will be a hit at any potluck.

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Chocolate Coconut Poke Cake

I love poke cakes all year round, but they're especially enjoyable when it's hot outside. There's something refreshing about eating cold, moist dessert in the heat. Our favorite summer variations are s'mores poke cake and orange creamsicle cake.

Try making a poke cake if you need a simple dessert for potlucks or picnics. It's a quick way to transform a box mix into an impressive treat that will wow everyone. Plus, there are so many delicious flavor combinations that you can make!

I used a chocolate cake mix to satisfy my chocolate cravings. A drizzle of coconut milk gives it the texture of tres leches cake. I also love adding whipped cream and shredded coconut to make it extra delicious!

Why You'll Love This Coconut and Chocolate Cake

  • It's so easy to make. A dark chocolate mix and extra store-bought ingredients simplify your prep time.
  • This is an excellent flavor combo. Chocolate and coconut go together so well. Trust me, it will get rave reviews from the coconut lovers in your life!
  • Great for summer potlucks! This chilly chocolate coconut cake recipe will disappear quickly whenever you serve it.
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Mini Key Lime Pies

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Serve these Mini Key Lime Pies at any spring or summer gathering, and watch them vanish before your eyes. The sweet yet tart filling is perfectly complemented with a swirl of whipped cream and fresh berries.

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Mini Key Lime Pies

When it's hot outside, I prefer to make no-bake desserts to avoid using the oven. Some of our favorites are fruit parfaits and pina colada fruit dip.

I usually make mini strawberry pies in the warmer months because they're my husband's favorite. However, I discovered an extra package of pie crusts and bottled key lime juice this week in our pantry. So, I decided to switch things up and make tart, mini pies for dessert.

Did you know that even though the peels are green, key lime juice is actually yellow? That's why an authentic key lime pie is yellow, not green. Whether you call it yellow or green, you'll agree that this creamy citrus dessert is perfect for your next holiday or picnic.

Why You'll Love This Recipe 

  • The tart lime curd is easy to make on the stovetop with just a few ingredients.
  • Using a store-bought crust saves time and energy. You pour the filling into it and let it chill.
  • A swirl of Cool Whip, fresh fruit, and mint leaves make the miniature key lime pies so pretty. They will definitely be the first dessert chosen at parties and picnics.
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Salted Caramel Chocolate Cupcakes

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Chocolate ganache and a drizzle of caramel sauce transform these Salted Caramel Chocolate Cupcakes into a decadent treat. They are easy to make, taste fantastic, and are perfect for sharing at any party.

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Caramel Mocha Cupcakes

One of my favorite activities on vacation and at home is visiting different coffee shops. I'm obsessed with coffee, so it has become a fun date for my husband and me. 

At home, I enjoy turning those specialty coffee drinks into fun cupcakes. That's where these salted caramel mocha brownie cups, pumpkin spice latte cupcakes, and toffee mocha cupcakes came from.

I tried a salted caramel mocha at our local coffee shop, and it was so good. Since then I couldn't stop thinking about the perfect chocolate caramel cupcake. So, of course, I headed to the kitchen to bake a batch topped with my favorite salted caramel buttercream.

Trust me, you will fall head over heels for this dark chocolate cupcake recipe. The rich chocolate glaze and buttercream frosting drizzled with more caramel take them over the top in the best possible way!

Why You'll Love This Recipe

  • They are easy to make and decorate. Unlike other cupcakes (like our cookies and cream cupcakes) with extra steps, these can be baked and frosted in less than an hour.
  • Each cupcake is soft and moist. Our extra ingredients transform a simple box mix into a delicious bakery-style dessert.
  • They are topped with the fluffiest salted caramel frosting! Sea salt balances out the sweetness and intensifies the caramel flavor. Chocolate and caramel is an amazing contrasting flavor combination. It's truly a match made in heaven!
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Blueberry Banana Bread

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This incredible Blueberry Banana Bread is a delicious quick bread made with yogurt, fresh fruit, and oats. It's the perfect recipe to share for breakfast or a snack.

If you enjoy adding blueberries to your breakfast, try these Bisquick blueberry pancakes and blueberry muffins.

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Healthy Blueberry Banana Bread

We usually have bananas on our counter because they are great for baking and make an easy snack. Although, I only eat ripe bananas when I'm baking banana cinnamon rolls, banana waffles, or banana bread.

Right now, I can't get enough blueberries! So, I tweaked my tried-and-true sour cream banana bread with a few healthy ingredients and that sweet blue fruit. The result was a healthy blueberry banana bread full of fresh, juicy berries in every bite.

Our kids ate all of this bread in a day, so I can't wait to make it again with more ripe bananas.

Why You'll Love This Recipe

  • Delicious flavor combination: The sweetness of mashed bananas goes so well with juicy blueberries. This combination makes the bread taste refreshing and not overly sweet.
  • Moist and tender texture: Blueberries and bananas make the loaf juicy and soft. The contrast between the soft bread and the occasional blueberry pop makes you want more.
  • Versatile sweet bread: Banana bread can be enjoyed anytime – as a breakfast item, a snack, or even a dessert. It's an excellent recipe for different occasions.
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Almond Joy Popcorn

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This delicious Almond Joy Popcorn is made with shredded coconut, almonds, and white chocolate. It's a favorite among our friends and family for game or movie nights!

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Chocolate Coconut Popcorn

I've made many batches of chocolate-covered popcorn over the years. It's a quick treat when you want a sweet snack in minutes.

This Almond Joy version was the very first sweet popcorn recipe I shared on the blog over 12 years ago. It was a hit then and still is today when I make it. 

Each bite has the perfect sweet and salty flavor and is loaded with shredded coconut and nuts. It's just like eating a candy bar but in popcorn form.

Why You'll Love This Recipe 

  • Ready in minutes. Toss it all together in a big bowl, spread it on a sheet pan, and get ready to dive into the amazing munch mix.
  • Fun flavor. Nothing is better than a popcorn mix that tastes like your favorite candy bar.
  • Party pleaser! Make a big batch for your next event, and watch it disappear within minutes.

If you love chocolate-covered popcorn, make sure you check out our Reese's popcorn and cookies and cream popcorn.

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Chocolate Blossom Cookies

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These Chocolate Blossom Cookies are soft and fudgy, with a delicious and crunchy sugar coating. Top them with your favorite chocolate candy for a fun and tasty treat.

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Blossom Cookies

I absolutely love anything chocolate! So, these chocolate blossoms are one of my favorite treats to make for parties and get-togethers. It's a classic recipe that never fails to get smiles. 

I've been making different variations of blossom cookies for years. It all started when I was a kid, and I would help my mom make peanut butter blossom cookies for every holiday.

This cocoa version has a fudgy center, crisp sugar coating, and sweet milk chocolate kisses on top. Chocolate lovers everywhere can't get enough of these sweet, chewy cookies! You will want them on your holiday cookie trays all year.

Why You'll Love This Recipe

  • Easy cookie to make. The chocolate dough comes together in minutes. Just be patient because it does need to chill before baking.
  • Chocolate lovers' dream cookie! A sweet brownie cookie with chocolate candy on top satisfies all sugar cravings. 
  • These cookies are great for parties. Depending on the event, roll the cookies in sugar or colorful sprinkles. Change the colors based on the holiday season or theme.

If you love these fun chocolate kiss cookies, try our candy cane kiss cookies and our strawberry kiss cookies.

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Pizza Cauliflower Nachos

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Loaded with veggies and cheese, these pizza Cauliflower Nachos are a healthy, lean and green meal. They're an easy low-carb option that satisfies hunger and leaves you feeling great about your dinner choice.

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Cauliflower Nachos

Over the past few months, I've developed a love for cauliflower. It's incredible how many different ways you can use cauliflower florets as substitutes and still enjoy the taste!

A couple of recipes we've been enjoying recently are cauliflower soup and fish taco bowls with pineapple cauliflower rice. However, the other day, I was craving nachos.

Instead of tortilla chips, I used cauliflower and made chicken nachos. Surprisingly, my husband loved them. For our Friday night pizza dinner, I made a pan of healthier nachos by adding pizza toppings to oven roasted cauliflower.

Why You'll Love This Meal

These vegetable nachos topped with shredded mozzarella, tomatoes, mushrooms, black olives, and pepperoni have a delicious pizza twist.

  • Easy and accessible. All the ingredients in this recipe are easily found at the grocery store. You probably already have many of them in your pantry or fridge!
  • This cauliflower dish is so tasty and satisfying. It has all the flavors of your favorite fully loaded nachos but without the chips. I promise you'll love it!
  • Naturally low carb. If you're looking to improve your diet, this recipe offers a great way to cut carbs and increase your veggies. You'll want to make it all the time!
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Oven Roasted Cauliflower

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This Oven Roasted Cauliflower is delicious and incredibly easy to make. Its crispy caramelized edges make it the perfect side dish for any meal.

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Baked Cauliflower

I love how versatile cauliflower is. It's a tasty substitute for so many ingredients. Plus, this veggie is always in season, so you can always find it at the grocery store. Over the past few years, we have enjoyed it in so many different ways.

Cauliflower is delicious when pureed in cauliflower soup. It can also be used to make cauliflower rice for dishes like coconut curry shrimp or mashed and served with chicken stroganoff meatballs.

I like eating healthy dinners with cauliflower, but I also love the taste and texture of roasted vegetables. Coat cauliflower with oil and spices, then bake for a quick and easy dinner with minimal effort.

Why You'll Love This Recipe

  • Roasted cauliflower tastes amazing and is so easy to make.
  • Cauliflower holds up under high heat, and even if it gets a little bit charred and crispy, it still tastes great. 
  • You can also add different seasonings to change the flavor of the roasted cauliflower.
  • It pairs well with different meats. Serve it with steak, parmesan chicken tenders, or stuffed pork tenderloins.
  • It is flavorful and healthy, making it an excellent choice for any eating plan.
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