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Banana Nutella Blonde Brownies

Swirls of chocolate make these gooey Banana Nutella Blonde Brownies a delicious way to use up those ripe bananas on the counter.

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Are you surprised to see more banana treats staring at you? I'm serious about changing the blog name to Bonkers for Bananas because I seem to bake with banana on a pretty regular basis. I mean this zucchini banana cake just happened a few days ago, and here we are with more banana!

Well, except that then I would have to deal with all the changes and SEO and whatever else goes with doing that. Yeah, never mind. I'm sticking with this blog name forever because that means less work and hassle for me.

So, back to the bananas on the counter. It seems like every week I have a few black bananas that get left in the corner of the counter. If my husband had his way, they would get tossed out every time. He still doesn't realized that the blacker the banana, the better it makes your baked goods. I'll convert him one day. [Read more...]

No Bake Lemon Coconut Cheesecake

Bright lemon curd and sweet coconut filling make this no bake lemon coconut cheesecake stand out on the dessert table! No oven required, and it comes together in just 20 minutes!

If you love lemon desserts, try these lemon bars or these lemon meringue cupcakes next.

A slice of no bake lemon coconut cheesecake on a plate with the rest behind it.

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Cheesecake is definitely one of my favorite desserts. Honestly, I could make it every week and never get bored. It's easy to bake it into many shapes, from a classic vanilla bean cheesecake to colorful rainbow cheesecake bars.

But if I had to pick a favorite style, no bake cheesecake wins every time! There is something appealing about a dessert that doesn't require any oven time. You simply mix all the ingredients, place the pan in the fridge, and walk away. That's my kind of dessert right there, especially living in Florida!

This lemon macaroon cheesecake is a summer favorite here. Lemon and coconut just go together when it's 90°F outside. I loved that combo in these lemon coconut cupcakes so much that turning it into a cheesecake felt like the right move.

The best part about this no bake dessert is that it looks like it came straight from a bakery. But we both know it barely took any effort to put together! Wink, wink!

Why You'll Love This Lemon Macaroon Cheesecake

No oven required. Just mix, assemble, and let the fridge do the work! It's ready in 20 minutes and perfect for hot days when turning on the oven is not an option.
Bright lemon and sweet coconut flavor. The tart and sweet combination of lemon curd and shredded coconut makes every slice refreshing and delicious.
Looks way more impressive than it actually is. The layers of crust, filling, and lemon curd make every slice look like it came from a fancy bakery. Your secret is safe with me!
Great for any occasion. This cheesecake fits right in at summer parties, potlucks, or holiday dinners. Trust me, it won't last long!

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Broccoli Cheese Stuffed Pork Tenderloins

These Broccoli Cheese Stuffed Pork Tenderloins are a delicious meal to enjoy from the grill this summer. Lots of gooey, melted cheese is our favorite way to do dinner around here.

One of my favorite things to do is watch cooking shows on tv. I think I enjoy it because I can watch without the stress of having to make something in a certain timeframe.

I like to take my time in the kitchen. Usually taking more time means less mistakes and less food to thow away because of making mistakes.

Of course, that doesn't stop me from watching shows like Chopped where they have a certain number of ingredients they have to use in their dish and have it submitted to the judge's table in a certain timeframe. I love the excitement that comes as they open the basket and find the crazy ingredients they have been given to create with.

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Skinny Peanut Butter Banana Pancakes

These Skinny Peanut Butter Banana Pancakes are a great way to get more protein in your breakfast which is the perfect way to start out any day.

After a few different vacations and traveling this summer, I think we are all ready to get back to a good routine. Well, ok, maybe just get back to good heathy eating habits. The first few trips we went on, I did really good with eating ok.

But our last trip we drove 18 hours to visit family and friends. And when you are stuck in a moving vehicle for that long, it can get boring, and mindless eating happens a little too often.

I tried to plan ahead and brought some meal replacement shakes. It was a good thought, but I think we only drank 2 out of the entire 8 days we were gone. Plan gone wrong there.

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Strawberry Rocky Road Fudge

This easy Strawberry Rocky Road Fudge is loaded with marshmallows, pecans, and chocolate chunks. It's a great no bake recipe for when it is too hot to bake.

I recently found something I do not like about our new house. My husband found two different kinds of spiders out in our driveway and garage. This is not cool!

We are not just talking little daddy long leg spiders either. One was a black widow and one was a brown recluse...I think it's time to burn down the house.

Ok, so that might be a little dramatic, but seriously spiders like that are not allowed here. Maybe it's time to invest in some bug maintenance for around our property because I don't want to find anymore! [Read more...]

Mini Lemon Donut Muffins

These Mini Lemon Donut Muffins are a refreshing little treat to enjoy in the morning. The little bite size is perfect for grabbing a few on the go.

It's amazing to me how quickly your body gets used to hot weather…and how quickly you forget about humidity. We just got back from a trip up north to visit family and friends, and while we were there the weather was all over the place.

It's crazy for it to be in the 70's in July, but that's what it was for a few days. Of course, that didn't stop our kiddos from swimming in the pool with their cousins. Have pool, will swim is always their motto!

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Chocolate Nutella Bars

These easy Chocolate Nutella Bars have a creamy chocolate center and a white chocolate topping with lots of fun colored sprinkles.

Conversations around our house and in our car this week have consisted of all things Pokemon. The boys have talked non-stop about what creatures they have found and how high their powers are. They were happy when we got stuck in some traffic because that meant the eggs would hatch faster.

Our youngest even tried to convince my husband to take him for a "drive" one afternoon. Yes, the game that was created to get the kids out for exercise has a loophole. Apparently if you drive under 20 mph, you can get in the mileage needed for your new creature to emerge from his egg. No, we didn't give in and go for a drive.

We told the kids to go for a walk or a bike ride if they needed to get the miles in. Of course, that started a stern lecture on the dangers that go along with this game. We wanted them to be aware of their surroundings and of course, not be riding a bike and playing at the same time. [Read more...]

BLT Chicken Alfredo French Bread Pizza

Looking for an easy dinner idea? This BLT Chicken Alfredo French Bread Pizza is loaded with goodness and is kid-approved.

We do pizza night quite often at our house. Sometimes that pizza is carryout, and sometimes it is homemade pizza dough with our favorite toppings. But then there are those times when I want homemade pizza without the work.

Did you know that you could use a loaf of French bread as your pizza base when you want pizza in a hurry? Yup, it works like a charm.

Just slice it in half lengthwise and top it with your favorite meats, veggies, and cheese. It is ready to go in the oven in about 5 minutes.

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Cherry Chocolate Chip Waffles

Cherry Chocolate Chip Waffles are indulgent breakfast bliss! You'll swoon over the sweet flavor loaded into every bite.

Breakfast during the summer can be hit or miss around here. My husband and I are both up at a reasonable time of day because we still have to work that needs to be done, so we eat eggs or smoothies early. The kids on the other hand think it is perfectly acceptable to sleep until 11 AM and then eat lunch.

Part of me is ok with this because then I can get all my work done in the morning without any interruptions. But the other part of me thinks if I am up doing something productive, so should everyone else in the house. Lately I have been letting them sleep in one day and making them get up earlier on other days. It all depends on what we have going on for the day.

When they get up late, they think we should have breakfast for lunch. By this time my skinny cherry banana smoothie from breakfast is long gone, and I'm ready for some grilled chicken or salad to keep me going until dinner.

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Sparkling Key Lime Fruit Punch

This Sparkling Key Lime Fruit Punch is a refreshing drink to sip on during the heat waves that come through in summer.

This week has been crazy hot here in Texas. Luckily, the humidity here is a lot less than what we are used to in Indiana. 106 degrees without much humidity is doable...kind of. It's still hot, but I can handle going outside.

At least here I don't start wilting the minute I walk outside. I can even workout in the late morning or early afternoon without dying. Of course, a few rounds in and I'm wheezing and I want to die, but that's a whole other problem.

Yeah, I'm looking at you sweet tooth!!! [Read more...]

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