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Chocolate Pumpkin Donut Holes

These Chocolate Pumpkin Donut Holes are a breakfast treat that disappears quickly. A soft chocolate and pumpkin center meets a crunchy pumpkin spice sugar coating, making them melt in your mouth. Trust me, one bite is never enough.

Chocolate pumpkin mini donuts with sugar in a green and white container.

The post for chocolate pumpkin spice donut holes was first published in October 2017. It was updated and republished in August 2025.

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Pumpkin spice season is in full swing at my house, and I'm enjoying every moment with a pumpkin cream cold brew in hand. I'm currently the only pumpkin lover in the household, so I end up taste-testing everything multiple times. Not that I'm complaining!

These little chocolate pumpkin bites are a spin on my popular apple cider donut holes from a few years ago. The base is made from these pumpkin mini muffins, with cocoa powder added for a chocolate twist.

Once baked, I dipped them in butter and rolled them in a cinnamon sugar mixture. That crunchy, spiced coating is what transforms them from a muffin into a donut hole.

Oh, my goodness, they are melt-in-your-mouth amazing! I may or may not have eaten way more than I should have, but it was worth it. If you love chocolate and pumpkin, this easy recipe will be your new fall favorite.

Why You'll Love This Recipe

Fun Fall Flavor: Pumpkin and chocolate are a cozy flavor combination.
Quick and Easy: No yeast or frying required, so they are ready in around 30 minutes.
Bite-Sized Fun: The mini size makes them perfect for snacking or sharing with friends. A perfect fall treat for breakfast, a snack, or dessert.
Sugar Crunch: That buttery sugar coating makes them taste just like donut holes.

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Peach Crumble Pie

Peach crumble pie made with fresh fruit, cozy spices, and a sweet crumb topping is a delicious twist on a classic summer dessert. Serve it warm with ice cream for an amazing treat!

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Peaches are one of my favorite fruits in summer. The smell always reminds me of playing in my Grandpa's orchard when we were kids. We definitely got yelled at more than once for climbing trees and knocking down fruit before it was ready.

Most of the time, when I buy a bag of fresh peaches, they end up as peach crisp or peach butter. However, this year I was craving pie, so I made a large batch of peach pie filling.

Then I decided to add a crumble topping. It's basically pie and cobbler in a one pan. Add a scoop of vanilla bean ice cream, and it might just be my new favorite dessert during peach season.

Why You'll Love This Recipe

Great for using up peaches. Each pie has eight peaches, depending on their size.
Simple to make. One crust on the bottom, a crumble on top, and you're done.
Best sugar and spice ratio! You're going to really enjoy the blend of different sugars, vanilla and almond extracts, and cozy spices in this pie. It really kicks the flavor up a notch!
Delicious texture. The buttery brown sugar crumble bakes up crisp and crunchy over the soft, juicy filling.

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Apple Fritter Waffle Donuts

The pieces of apples and the sweet glaze on these Apple Fritter Waffle Donuts will have you reaching for more in a hurry. They're the perfect fall snack to enjoy with your afternoon cup of coffee.

A stack of apple fritter waffles on a plate.

The post for mini apple fritter waffle donuts was first published in August 2018. It was updated and republished in August 2025.

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Waffle Donuts

When we lived in Indiana, we would go to a bakery that made the best apple fritters. These fritters were enormous and would melt in your mouth. They inspired me to make these fun little apple waffle donuts.

I always keep plenty of apples in our fridge during the fall for snacking and baking. We use them in everything from apple bundt cake to caramel apple granola bars.

The other day, I found our mini waffle iron in the pantry. I decided to mix donuts, waffles, and fritters into one fun treat. It was the best idea of the week!

These mini apple fritter waffle donuts are a delicious fall treat. We enjoyed them for breakfast, snack, and dessert. Trust me, and add a scoop of vanilla ice cream to a few.

Why You'll Love This Recipe

Amazing fall flavors. Warm apple chunks, spices, and a sweet glaze will make your kitchen smell amazing.
No oil is needed! The waffle donuts have the same warm, cozy taste as an apple fritter, but without the hassle of hot oil.
That glaze! It fills every little waffle pocket, which means sweet, sticky goodness with every bite.
Kid and family approved. Trust me, they will disappear faster than you can make them.

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Pistachio Granola Bars

If you're looking for a sweet, crunchy snack, these pistachio granola bars are it. Each bite is loaded with salty nuts, cornflakes, chocolate chips, and hearty oats. It's a delicious way to satisfy your sweet tooth without feeling guilty.

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Pistachio Bars

Lately, pistachios have been having a moment thanks to the viral Dubai chocolate bar. I'm not upset because they've always been one of my favorite nuts. We usually keep a big bag in the pantry for snacking and baking.

Lately, I've been on a pistachio kick, making everything from pistachio toffee cookies to pistachio lemon twists. Our family loves granola bars, so it felt right to create one with the green nuts.

I used to make homemade granola bars often when our kids were in school, and I've started making them again. They make a great mid-afternoon snack with an iced pistachio latte.

When I started working on this recipe, I used my Nutella granola bars as the base. Then, I added pistachios, cornflakes, and pistachio butter for a nutty twist.

Why You'll Love This Recipe

The sweet and salty flavor will have you making these bars over and over again.
You do not need to bake anything; simply mix the ingredients and press them into a pan.
Every bite has the perfect crunch from the pistachios and cornflakes.
The granola bars store well in the fridge, making them a great grab-and-go snack all week.

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Mini Chocolate Chip Pancake Muffins

Chocolate Chip Pancake Muffins are a fun and easy way to start your day. These mini pancake bites are great on their own or with honey butter. This make-ahead breakfast idea is a kid-friendly option that works well for breakfast and after school.

The post for mini chocolate chip pancake bites was first published in October 2015. It was updated and republished in August 2025.

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Pancakes in a Mini Muffin Tin

Mini pancake muffins are my new favorite breakfast hack. They have all the pancake flavors we love, without the hassle of flipping one at a time.

On busy mornings when I don't have the patience to stand over a hot stove, I can mix and bake in minutes. Trust me, once you start making pancake bites, you'll never go back to flipping them on the stove.

Chocolate chips make these a big hit in our house, but feel free to mix things up. Try blueberries, raspberries, cinnamon sugar, sausage crumbles, or even crispy bacon.

Want a time-saving tip? Make a big batch, then freeze half. This way, you can quickly grab a few for breakfast or a snack throughout the week. They reheat in seconds, and no one will complain about eating "leftovers" when they are this cute.

These easy muffins are perfect for busy mornings, lunchboxes, or a sweet afternoon treat. Just don't blame me when your whole family asks for them every day.

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No Churn Peanut Butter Ice Cream

This creamy peanut butter ice cream is not only delicious but incredibly easy to make. You only need three ingredients. However, I suggest adding Reese's peanut butter cups for an extra burst of goodness!

Two scoops of peanut butter ice cream on a sugar cone.

The recipe and post for peanut butter ice cream were first published in July 2012. It was updated and then republished in August 2025.

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Homemade Peanut Butter Ice Cream

Would you believe me if I told you I wasn't a fan of ice cream when I was a kid? It's true. I didn't like the cold chill on my teeth, so I would wait for it to soften, then stir it into ice cream "soup" before eating it.

I'm glad I learned to enjoy ice cream properly. Recently, my favorite topping for cookies and cream ice cream has been warm peanut butter. So, naturally, I had to create a peanut butter ice cream.

This easy summer dessert is rich and creamy and packed with peanut butter goodness. I also like to load it with mini Reese's cups, so each scoop has plenty of candy crunch.

The best part? You only need three ingredients (four if you want to add the candy like I do), and no ice cream maker is required.

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Blackberry Fudge Swirl Ice Cream

A bowl of this easy Blackberry Fudge Swirl Ice Cream is exactly what your summer needs. The creamy vanilla bean ice cream is mixed with homemade blackberry preserves and hot fudge. Trust me, you will want to sneak back to the freezer for another scoop.

The recipe and post for blackberry fudge swirl ice cream were first published in July 2019. It was updated and republished in August 2025.

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Fudge Swirl Ice Cream

Growing up, we made homemade vanilla ice cream every summer using an old-fashioned wooden bucket ice cream maker. I remember my dad adding rock salt. Then, all five kids took turns cranking the handle until we had a creamy treat.

These days, I use an electric machine to make dessert for my kids. The creamy treat is still just as amazing as it was back then. A few weeks ago, I had some leftover milk and cream, so I couldn't wait to pull out our ice cream maker.

To keep things easy, I simply whisked all the ingredients together and then just poured them into the machine. I turned it on and let it churn until it was nice and creamy. Then came the best part!

Before freezing the mixture, I added a swirl of fudge sauce and homemade blackberry preserves to the container. Trust me, chocolate and blackberry is a combo you need to try!

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Brownie Batter Ice Cream

Our homemade brownie batter ice cream is rich, creamy, and loaded with coffee, chocolate chips, and swirls of fudgy batter. If you love coffee and brownies, this is the dessert you have been waiting for.

The recipe and post for brownie batter coffee ice cream were first published in August 2015. It was updated and republished in July 2025.

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Coffee and Brownie Ice Cream

Ice cream is always in our freezer, no matter the weather. Honestly, you can't go wrong with a bowl of creamy ice cream, whether it's hot or cold outside.

The other day, I was looking for ingredients in my pantry to make another no-churn ice cream. It's easy to make with sweetened condensed milk, heavy cream, and your favorite mixins. A few of our favorites are fluffernutter ice cream and chubby hubby pie.

This time, I added some instant coffee, and instead of adding brownie chunks, I used the extra mix to make brownie batter swirls. The gooey chocolate remains soft in the freezer.

The chocolate chips, coffee flavor, and brownie batter swirl made it a favorite with our kids. I had to stash a container in the back of the fridge, so that I could have a scoop!

So, if you're craving something with chocolate and caffeine, skip the store-bought versions and make this coffee-infused brownie batter ice cream instead. It's easy to make and a delicious way to treat yourself.

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Golden Graham S'mores Bars

Peanut Butter Golden Graham S'mores Bars are a delicious treat that can be enjoyed year-round. These gooey, no bake bars, filled with marshmallows and chocolate, are a hit at any event. If you love s'mores and peanut butter, you need to give these a try. No campfire required!

The post for peanut butter s'mores bars was first published in March 2015. The photos were updated, and it was republished in July 2025.

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Peanut Butter S'mores Bars

One of our favorite family activities is sitting around a campfire sharing funny stories and looking at the stars. Of course, toasting marshmallows to make s'mores is always a must.

Since moving to Florida, we've had very few backyard fires. The warm weather isn't ideal for bonfires, so we haven't roasted anything over a flame in a while.

So, I've been on a mission to bring those gooey, chocolatey vibes indoors. These s'mores cookie cups and s'mores brownie cupcakes are some of our favorites to make in the kitchen. But when it's summer, I'm all about no bake desserts.

These s'mores bars have a crunchy yet chewy texture with a nutty peanut butter twist. They are basically scotcheroos made with Golden Grahams, and yes, they are incredible! Ready in just minutes, these treats will be the hit at all your summer parties.

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Raspberry Banana Cake

This Raspberry Banana Coffee Cake is loaded with juicy fruit and dark chocolate, and then topped with a buttery streusel. It's a sweet and cozy treat that goes so well with a hot cup of coffee.

This raspberry banana coffee cake was first published in April 2016. It was updated and republished in June 2025.

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Banana Raspberry Coffee Cake

Bananas usually sit on our counter until they're too ripe to eat. I keep buying bananas, hoping we'll eat them for breakfast or as snacks, but they just end up dark and spotty.

Fortunately, I love baking with bananas. Currently, my favorite things to make are banana Nutella muffins and maple pecan banana bread.

A few weeks ago, I had ripe bananas and decided to give this banana caramel coffee cake a twist. I added fresh raspberries and dark chocolate chips to the batter, then topped it with a buttery streusel.

This coffee cake turned out incredibly soft and moist. Every time I walked through the kitchen, I couldn't resist sneaking bites.

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