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Pretzel Pie Crust

This Pretzel Pie Crust is easy to make in minutes with just three simple ingredients. It is a great option for no bake pies or cheesecake and adds a sweet and salty taste that everyone will love.

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One of our favorite summer desserts is this creamy strawberry pretzel pie with a crunchy pretzel crust. The crust and filling has the perfect sweet and salty blend.

If you have never had a pretzel crust, it is exactly what it sounds like. A pie crust that is made with crushed pretzels. And oh, boy is it delicious!

Why It Works

Craving something sweet and salty? Make a pretzel pie crust for dessert and satisfy that craving.

It is easy to make and can be used for so many different types of pies. Try it with recipes where you would normally use an easy graham cracker crust or an Oreo cookie crust.

This no bake pie crust comes together in minutes. All you need are three simple ingredients.

The sweet and salty flavor of this crust is amazing. The crunchy salty pie adds such a good taste to sweet creamy fillings.

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Strawberry Pretzel Pie

This no bake Strawberry Pretzel Pie is the perfect sweet and salty dessert. It is easy to make, and everyone will love the pretzel crust.

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Strawberries are such a versatile spring or summer fruit. They are perfect for a quick strawberry cobbler, strawberry pie filling, or strawberry pie.

One of our favorite summer desserts are these little no bake strawberry pretzel salad cups. They have the perfect blend of sweet and salty.

So when I found this strawberry pie recipe in an old church cookbook, I knew I had to give it a pretzel pie crust.

After a few tweaks, I came up with a delicious no bake strawberry pie that we fell in love with. The pretzel crust seriously makes it amazing.

Why Make This Pie

The best part about this strawberry pretzel pie is that there is no baking required. Just mix together the ingredients, place it in the fridge, and you are done.

The pretzel crust gives this strawberry pie a unique sweet and salty flavor that everyone will love.

It's the perfect dessert for picnics, potlucks, or dinner parties.

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Ooey Gooey Brownies

Ooey Gooey Brownies are the perfect dessert for chocolate lovers. These fudgy brownies are packed with Oreo cookies and chocolate chips. Who wouldn't love that?

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Trust me, and make this brownie recipe ASAP! It is so fudgy, delicious, and downright sinful!

I found a few box mixes, chocolate chips, and some cookies in our pantry the other day. We love these gooey Butterfinger brownies. So, I decided to tweak the recipe and make an Oreo version for dessert that night.

Gooey bars are always a fun and easy way to transform a brownie mix into a decadent dessert.

Why Make This Gooey Brownie Recipe

These ooey, gooey brownies are the perfect dessert for chocolate lovers.

We took a basic brownie mix and made it even better with Oreo cookies and lots of chocolate chips. These brownies are so gooey and delicious that you won't be able to resist them.

With every bite, you will get a delicious mix of gooey brownie, crunchy cookie, and sweet chocolate. They're the perfect dessert for any occasion and will satisfy any sweet tooth.

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Homemade Blueberry Pie Filling

This Homemade Blueberry Pie Filling is easy to make in minutes with just a few ingredients. It is the perfect filling for pies, crisps, pastries, or even as an ice cream topping.

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Homemade Blueberry Pie Filling

The days of buying canned pie filling are over. If your favorite recipe calls for canned goods, do not be afraid to substitute them with this homemade fruit filling.

Today I am sharing one of my favorite pie filling recipes with you. It is loaded with fresh blueberries and has the best texture and flavor. We love making this easy blueberry pie and blueberry cream cheese danish with it.

This blueberry pie filling is sweet, thick, and loaded with berries. You are going to love how simple it is to make. Additionally, it freezes well, making it a great way to enjoy blueberries when they are in season.

Why You'll Love This Recipe

Making a pie filling recipe is easier than you think, and it tastes 100x's better than anything you can buy in the store. It comes together on the stovetop in just minutes.

Stir everything together in a large pot and cook until the mixture has thickened. It literally only takes about 10 minutes to make.

Homemade pie filling has so many benefits. You can control how many berries are in it and how sweet you want it to be.

The best thing about this recipe is its versatility. You can use it in pies, mini blueberry cheesecakes, or you can top pancakes, yogurt, or ice cream with it. Any way you use it will be delicious.

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Homemade Strawberry Ice Cream

This Homemade Strawberry Ice Cream is rich and creamy and has the best strawberry flavor. It is so easy to make and is the perfect treat for hot summer days.

Love ice cream? Try this chocolate peanut butter ice cream recipe and this cherry vanilla ice cream too.

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I scream, we all scream for ice cream during the summer. Nothing is better than a bowl of your favorite ice cream or ice cream tacos when it is hot outside. This homemade cookies and cream ice cream, coffee ice cream, and this homemade strawberry ice cream are some of our favorites.

Strawberry ice cream is one of the hardest flavors to make at home. It can be difficult to get a creamy texture that has enough berry flavor.

After trying a few different techniques and ingredients, I finally came up with the perfect strawberry ice cream. It is creamy, scoopable, and loaded with fresh strawberries.

Why Make This

You will love how easy it is to make this delicious dessert. It is creamy, delicious, and perfect for hot summer days.

Fresh ripe strawberries are the key to getting the best flavor in this ice cream. Skip the store bought berries and head to a farm or the farmer's market for ripe, juicy berries that have just been picked.

A mixture of heavy cream and milk along with a small amount of cream cheese gives the ice cream base the right amount of fat to make it creamy and not icy.

One of the best things about this strawberry ice cream recipe is that there are no eggs or cooking required.

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Reese's Peanut Butter Cookies

These Reese's Peanut Butter Cookies are a must-try for any peanut butter lover! They are made with two kinds of peanut butter candies, so they are extra delicious. Plus, they stay soft and chewy for days.

If you love cookies with pudding, try these Reese's chocolate cookies, too. They are just as amazing!

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I love baking a big batch of cookies at the beginning of the week to have on hand for lunches and snacking. With hungry kids in the house, they usually only last a few days.

This week, I cleaned our pantry and found an extra bag of peanut butter cups and Reese's Pieces. So, I changed these peanut butter pudding cookies with all the candies.

Why You'll Love This Recipe

These Reese's peanut butter cookies are soft, puffy, and so full of peanut butter goodness. You won't be able to get enough of these delicious treats.

They are perfect for parties, events, or just because you are craving peanut butter cookies.

  • These peanut butter cookies stay soft for days!
  • Each cookie is loaded with Reese's peanut butter cups and Reese's Pieces.
  • This recipe is easy to change based on what candy you have in your pantry. Try using M&M's, Butterfinger, or Snickers instead.
  • They will satisfy your chocolate and peanut butter cravings with just one bite!
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Cranberry Zucchini Slaw

This Cranberry Zucchini Slaw is a delicious and healthy way to enjoy your favorite summer vegetable. Dried fruit and sunflower seeds add a delicious and sweet twist, while the creamy yogurt sauce holds it together and gives it a great flavor.

A stack of green and purple bowls filled with zucchini noodles and cranberries.

I love finding new and delicious ways to use zucchini. Usually we add it to this chocolate zucchini cake or this banana zucchini cake.

Did you know that shredded zucchini can also be used in place of cabbage to make a delicious and refreshing slaw?

One of my favorite side dishes for summer is a light zucchini slaw. Cranberries and sunflower seeds added a sweet and salty flavor to the tangy yogurt dressing.

Why This Works

This zucchini slaw comes together in minutes thanks to a spiralizer. It is an easy salad to make while your chicken or steak are still on the grill.

The textures and flavors in this simple salad are so good. The dressing is sweet and creamy without being heavy and helps to soften the raw zucchini noodles.

Bright colors in this slaw make it a pretty addition to any dinner table. It's a great side dish to share at summer picnics or potlucks.

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Raspberry Lemon Poke Cake

This easy Raspberry Lemon Poke Cake is made with a lemon cake mix and soaked with sweetened condensed milk. A light lemon topping and raspberry preserves make this refreshing lemon dessert a crowd favorite at summer picnics.

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Nothing says summer like a cool, refreshing poke cake. There are so many varieties and flavors that you can make using a simple box mix. Some of our favorites are this orange poke cake and this strawberry cheesecake poke cake.

Over time I have come to really like lemon desserts. So the other day I decided to make a lemon poke cake with a sweet lemon raspberry topping. It got rave reviews from friends we shared it with.

Why Make This

Poke cakes are an easy dessert to make for any event. They can be made using any flavor of box cake mix and are easy to customize with your favorite toppings.

This raspberry lemon cake starts with a lemon cake mix. All you need are a few ingredients to make a semi-homemade dessert that everyone will rave about.

  • Easy dessert to make ahead of time.
  • Sweetened condensed milk makes it moist and delicious.
  • Great dessert for picnics and barbecues.

A fluffy lemon mousse topping and raspberry preserves give this lemon cake a sweet and tart flavor. It's such a refreshing treat to enjoy on a hot day.

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Mom's Classic Potato Salad

Eggs, pickles, and celery gives Mom's Classic Potato Salad a delicious flavor that everyone loves.  Bring this tried and true potato salad recipe to your next summer picnic or barbecue. You won't be disappointed.

A white bowl filled with potato salad.

One of the best things about summer picnics are all the side dishes and desserts that everyone brings. We usually make veggie pasta salad, ranch blt pasta salad, or a big bowl of potato salad to share.

Everyone has their favorite way of making potato salad, and it is usually based on what you grew up eating. I totally get it because I make mine the same way my mom did.

Why This Works

If you need a creamy potato salad for a picnic or potluck, this is the recipe you should use. It is simple to make, and everyone always asks for more.

It is so easy to make this potato salad recipe your own. Use more or less of the ingredients, or change it up and use different things. Although, I think this is the best combo of ingredients.  

Mom's classic potato salad with eggs is a crowd favorite. It always disappears in a hurry at summer picnics.  It has that mom touch to it that everyone loves!

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Dark Chocolate Espresso Brownies

These Espresso Brownies are thick and fudgy with a kick of coffee. Made with dark cocoa powder and instant espresso powder, the decadent brownies will melt in your mouth. They are the ultimate treat for anyone who loves chocolate and coffee.

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Espresso Brownies

Homemade brownies are one of the easiest desserts to make. They really are just as easy to make as a box mix. All you need is 10 minutes and one bowl to make the best dark chocolate brownies you will ever eat.

Over the years I have always made these chocolate chip brownies and Oreo brownies for parties and events. Then I made these espresso brownies, and they officially became our new favorite brownies to bring to everything.

I seriously dream about these dark and rich brownies. What I love most about them is how thick and chewy they are. Plus, the coffee gives them a kick of caffeine and really enhances the chocolate flavor, just like it does in this mudslide pie!

Adding different things to chocolate can enhance its rich flavor. This Dr Pepper cake is another way of doing this, making the chocolate taste even more amazing.

Why Make This Recipe

Coffee lovers will fall in love with these dark chocolate espresso brownies after just one bite. They are thick, fudgy, and have an intense chocolate flavor.

Espresso powder is the secret to making these brownies taste amazing. It deepens the flavor of the chocolate and gives it a rich flavor that you will love.

The easy espresso brownies will satisfy your sweet tooth and your love for coffee. They are the ultimate dessert for any party, picnic, or barbecue.

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