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Funfetti Cheesecake

Get ready to party with this Funfetti Cheesecake. A colorful explosion of sprinkles and a dazzling hot pink chocolate glaze make it an absolute showstopper. The birthday cake-inspired treat is guaranteed to bring smiles and joy to any celebration.

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We love cheesecake. It is one of our all time favorite desserts to make for any event.

This recipe is a jazzed up party version of our vanilla bean cheesecake. Different flavors and a bunch of colorful sprinkles give you a funfetti cheesecake that brings out the smiles in everyone.

Sprinkles make everything better, right? That's why I love adding them to things like funfetti bars, confetti bundt cake, and now cheesecake.

Why This Cheesecake Works

Get ready to enjoy a party on a plate! Rainbow sprinkles and a pink chocolate glaze make this confetti cheesecake the perfect dessert for parties and birthdays.

Sweet creamy texture. The filling is super creamy and light, but still dense and rich like cheesecake.
Bright and fun. Tons of colorful sprinkles and a bright pink ganache make this dessert ready for any party. Use different colored sprinkles to change this dessert up for any holiday or themed party.
Birthday cake flavor. To get this flavor, you need to use a combination of almond, vanilla, and butter extract! The almond extract is the secret to the cake batter taste.
No water bath required! When you bake the cheesecake, place the pan on the oven rack directly ABOVE the steaming pan of hot water. This way you don't have to worry about water getting into your pan and ruining your masterpiece.

Looking for more colorful cheesecakes? You may like these rainbow cheesecake bars or these no bake unicorn cheesecake bars. Or check out 37 of our favorite cheesecake recipes.

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Oreo Shake

Beat the heat with this quick and easy Oreo milkshake. We've combined creamy vanilla ice cream, cold coffee, and Oreo cookies to create a sweet shake that's unlike any other. It's the perfect way to cool off on a hot day.

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Most days we brew a full pot of coffee, and finish it before the morning is over. But every once in a while we have leftovers, so I have to find ways to use the extra joe.

Usually I just freeze it into cubes for my cold brew coffee in the afternoon. But since it is hot and humid right now, I decided that a thick milkshake would be a fun afternoon treat.

I poured the extra coffee from the morning into the blender with vanilla ice cream and Oreo cookies. In minutes I was enjoying a mocha Oreo milkshake!

Why Make this Oreo Shake Recipe

If you love cookies and cream, this Oreo milkshake will satisfy your sweet tooth. No need to go out for dessert. It is easy to mix up fancy milkshakes in your own kitchen.

Quick and easy. Toss everything into a blender, pulse until you reach your desired consistency, and enjoy.
Great summer pick-me-up. Adding coffee to the Oreo shake gives it a little bit of a caffeine punch. Perfect for that afternoon slump when you need some energy.
Loaded with Oreo cookies. The combination of crunchy cookies and creamy ice cream creates a rich and indulgent dessert.

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Vanilla Bean Ice Cream

Make a dreamy vanilla bean ice cream with just a few ingredients. This homemade ice cream recipe is rich, creamy, and full of vanilla bean flecks. Trust us, you'll be in love after the first bite!

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There is nothing better than a bowl of homemade ice cream on a hot summer day! I usually reach for ones loaded with lots of goodness like fluffernutter ice cream or brownie batter ice cream.

But lately I have been enjoying the simple flavors. There is a reason that vanilla, chocolate, and strawberry ice cream are the three most popular flavors in the country. They are amazing alone or served with your choice of dessert.

Why This is the Best Vanilla Ice Cream

This vanilla bean ice cream is one of the easiest ice creams to make. No eggs or cooking is required for this base. Just whisk the ingredients together and let it churn into a delicious frozen treat.

No cooking required. There are no eggs in a Philadelphia style ice cream recipe, so you do not need to cook anything. I'm all about simple recipes, so this vanilla ice cream recipe is perfect.
Rich creamy texture. A mixture of heavy cream, whole milk, and a small amount of cream cheese provides the right amount of fat. The fat is what makes it so creamy, so don't skimp on the ingredients.
Great vanilla flavor. Using vanilla bean paste gives a more intense and authentic vanilla flavor compared to ice cream flavored with vanilla extract. Plus, it adds those dreamy little black specks.
Easy to customize. This is an excellent base for adding mix-ins such as chocolate chips, nuts, candies, or fruit. You can create endless flavor combinations without losing the vanilla taste.

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Chocolate Muddy Buddies

Chocolate muddy buddies is the perfect treat for any chocolate lover! A coating of chocolate chip cookies and mini chocolate chips takes this classic cereal treat to a whole new level.

A white bowl filled with chocolate chex muddy buddies.

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Is this called puppy chow or muddy buddies? When we lived in the Midwest, we always called it peanut butter puppy chow. After we moved, I learned that other parts of the country call it muddy buddies or monkey munch.

I love finding fun and new ways to change up the flavor of this sweet snack mix. My husband doesn't like peanut butter, so I wanted to find a way to make muddy buddies without peanut butter. It turns out all you have to do is add extra chocolate.

Did you know you can use crushed cookies in place of some of the powdered sugar? It's a fun way to give the treat an amazing texture and taste. Our kids devoured this animal cracker muddy buddies, so I couldn't wait to try another kind.

Why This Chocolate Muddy Buddies Recipe Works

Adding chocolate chip cookies to the chocolate muddies buddies gives it a delicious and unique cookie taste.

Quick and easy treat. You can make this sweet Chex mix in minutes using just a microwave! No need to bake or use any special tools.
Sweet twist on muddy buddies. Crushed chocolate chip cookies and mini chocolate chips gives the mixture a chocolatey crunch.
Everyone loves it. It is the ultimate snack to bring to family get-togethers, school events, or holiday parties.

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Coffee Ice Cream

This sweet homemade coffee ice cream is sure to satisfy your caffeine cravings! With only a few simple ingredients, you can make a batch of this creamy frozen dessert in no time. The amazing flavor and creamy texture are guaranteed to please everyone.

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Do you start your day off with brewed coffee? I've been a coffee lover ever since my college days, and it's become a cherished part of my morning routine.

I'm on a homemade ice cream kick right now. So, it was only a matter of time before I added my favorite cup of joe to ice milk.

We've kept this coffee ice cream and cookies and cream ice cream in our freezer all summer.

Why This Coffee Ice Cream Recipe Works

Coffee ice cream is the best of both worlds for dessert and coffee lovers. It combines your favorite brew into a smooth frozen treat that will cool you off.

Great coffee flavor. Trust me, you will know this is coffee ice cream. Feel free to adjust the amount of instant coffee if you want a less mild flavor.
Soft creamy texture. You can easily make a container of this rich smooth ice cream with only 5 ingredients.
A little pick-me-up. There is some caffeine in coffee, so this ice cream will give you a small energy boost. Use decaf instant coffee if caffeine affects you.
So many ways to enjoy it. You can eat coffee ice cream by itself, with toppings, with dark chocolate cake, or as an ice cream cake.

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Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream Cake

Cool off this summer with a delicious slice of mint chocolate chip ice cream cake! With layers of creamy ice cream, gooey hot fudge sauce, and an Oreo cookie crust, this easy-to-make dessert is perfect for parties all year long.

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We like to keep our freezer stocked with plenty of ice cream during the summer. Something about that sweet frozen treat just helps to cool you off when temperatures are high.

Our daughter loves ice cream and always asks for an ice cream cake for her birthday. This year she wanted me to combine mint chip ice cream and mint Oreos in a homemade ice cream cake.

Why You Will Love this Mint Ice Cream Cake

An Oreo cookie crust topped with layers of ice cream, hot fudge, and more cookies makes this a spectacular and easy dessert.

Easy summer dessert. Ice cream cakes are one of the easiest desserts to make. Just add softened ice cream to a pan and pop it into the freezer to harden overnight.
Loaded with Mint Oreos. This frozen cake has a mint cookie crust, mint cookie fudge center, and mint cookie chunks on top.
Two layers of ice cream. Vanilla ice cream and mint chocolate chip ice cream are what we chose for our cake. Feel free to change up the vanilla with your favorite flavor or another layer of mint chip ice cream.
Oreo fudge center. An entire jar of hot fudge mixed with mint Oreos makes a gooey and sweet center between the ice cream flavors.

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Chocolate Zucchini Cake

Our moist chocolate zucchini cake is not only delicious but also a fun way to use up those extra veggies. And to make it even more delicious, we added a rich dark chocolate frosting that will satisfy all your chocolate cravings.

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I look forward to zucchini season every single summer. Zucchini adds such an amazing and moist texture to baked goods.

A zucchini bundt cake, chocolate chip zucchini bread, and some zucchini cake were on my list to make. The first cake recipe I tried was way too sweet. So, I used less sugar, and then tweaked it further with coconut oil and dark cocoa powder.

It turned out to be the best chocolate zucchini cake I have ever had. Trust me, no one will know that there are veggies hiding under all that chocolate.

Why This Zucchini Cake Works

This chocolate zucchini cake is so good, it'll make you want to get more zucchini from the garden or market. Get ready to be the super hero that turns vegetables into a decadent summer dessert.

Secret ingredient. Chocolate and zucchini might seem like an odd combination, but they go together so well. The rich chocolate goes so well with the moist and mild zucchini flavor. The result is an amazing cake that you won't be able to stop eating.
Moist and tender texture. Shredded zucchini adds moisture to the cake, making it super soft and tender to bite into. This super ingredient adds a delightful texture to your cake that will leave you wanting more. Say goodbye to dry cakes and hello to a the best way to eat veggies.
Way to use up excess veggies. If you have extra zucchini from your garden or a generous neighbor, this recipe is a fantastic way to use them. It's a win-win situation. You get to enjoy a delicious cake, and those zucchinis don't go to waste.
Sweet chocolate frosting. This cake can be enjoyed on its own, but adding frosting takes it to another level. The creamy and sweet frosting enhances the rich chocolate flavor of the cake. Plus, it makes the cake look even more enticing.

If you love dark chocolate cake, then you should try this Dr Pepper cake and this flourless chocolate cake as well.

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Banana Zucchini Bread

Our banana zucchini bread is the best of both worlds. We took a delicious, moist zucchini bread recipe and made it even better by adding a sweet, ripe banana. The two classic flavors in one sweet bread is perfect for breakfast or an afternoon snack.

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I look forward to all the extra zucchini that is available during the summer months. It is one of those veggies that you can add to almost anything.

Our family loves stuffed zucchini boats, but I enjoy baking chocolate zucchini cake and chocolate chip zucchini bread the most.

A few weeks ago we had some extra bananas that I decided to use in a sweet bread. I'm actually surprised it has taken me this long to add banana to zucchini bread.

Why Zucchini Bread with Banana Works

This banana zucchini bread is sure to be your family's new favorite quick bread. The sweet flavor comes from just the right combination of spices, shredded zucchini, and ripe bananas. Plus, you won't believe how easy it is to make!

Sweet flavor. The sweetness of the bananas goes so well with the mild taste of zucchini. This is a great way to use up extra fruits and veggies!
Moist texture. The water content in grated zucchini adds moisture to sweet breads, making them incredibly soft and tender.
Delicious crunch. A sprinkle of cinnamon and sugar gives the top and sides of the bread a delicious crunch that everyone raves about.

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Banana Protein Pancakes

Start the day off right with a stack of delicious banana protein pancakes! Made with simple ingredients like oatmeal, banana, eggs, and protein powder, these pancakes are a good source of protein and fiber. Enjoy a healthy breakfast recipe that tastes great and keeps you full all morning.

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Banana Pancakes

Did you know that you can make flourless pancakes using eggs and bananas? We were blown away when we saw this breakfast recipe and decided to make it right away with our ripe bananas.

I admit, I had my doubts, but this recipe really surprised me! They not only looked like pancakes, but they also tasted just as delicious.

Why this Protein Pancake Recipe Works

Protein powder and rolled oats give these banana egg pancakes a slightly thicker texture. Plus, it makes it easier to flip them when the first side is done cooking.

Easy to make. Mix all the ingredients in a blender and then pour it right onto a hot skillet.
Healthy breakfast choice. Banana pancakes are a healthier alternative to traditional pancakes because they do not have flour or added sugar. The combination of eggs and bananas provides a good source of protein, fiber, vitamins, and minerals.
No added sugars. There is no need for extra sugar because the ripe bananas are naturally sweet. This is great if you are trying to reduce your sugar intake or if you prefer a naturally sweet flavor.
Loaded with protein. Eggs and protein powder give these healthy pancakes a double shot of protein. Protein is important for muscle recovery, and it also helps your hair and nails grow better.

Love chocolate? You should try these chocolate protein pancakes with some fresh strawberries on top. They are seriously so good!

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Pineapple Zucchini Bread

Get ready to taste a slice of summer with our pineapple zucchini bread! This easy quick bread brings the tropical vibes of Hawaii right to your kitchen. By combining a classic zucchini bread with pineapple, we've created a sweet bread that will transport you straight to paradise.

Slices of tropical zucchini bread on a wire rack.

This post was first published in August 2016. It was updated and republished in July 2023.

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So, let's talk zucchini. My fingers are crossed that you love this green veggie as much as I do. I love adding it to things like zucchini banana cake, chocolate zucchini brownies, and of course, zucchini bread.

This week, I found an extra can of crushed pineapple in our pantry. So, I decided to change up our banana zucchini bread and give it a tropical twist.

And of course, I can't do a sweet bread without a glaze. It's just how I roll in our kitchen. Feel free to leave it off if you prefer.

Why You Will Love Zucchini Bread with Pineapple

This pineapple zucchini bread is easy to make, has a delicious tropical flavor, and is perfect for summer.

Zucchini has a high water content, which keeps baked goods moist. When added to a sweet bread, it makes it soft and tender. Pineapple adds even more moisture and gives bursts of juicy sweetness.

Easy to Make. This sweet bread comes together in minutes. All you need is one large bowl and a grater.
Tropical Flavor. Adding pineapple to a zucchini bread recipe is a perfect way to enjoy the taste of Hawaii without leaving your kitchen.
Perfect for Summer. This sweet bread is a great way to use extra zucchini in summer. It is perfect for those with a garden or who enjoy farmers' markets.

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