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Sausage Stuffed Shells

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These Sausage Stuffed Shells are cozy, comforting, and bursting with flavor. Filled with a creamy cheese sauce and sausage, they're the ultimate comfort food. Trust me, you'll want to make them for dinner every week.

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Sausage Stuffed Shells

I love having pasta for dinner, especially when it's loaded with gooey cheese. Stuffed pasta dishes always bring a huge smile to my face, and the more cheese, the merrier!

Our children enjoy these stuffed shells with meat, so I created a new stuffed pasta with Alfredo sauce for dinner this week.

These shells are stuffed with sausage and cheese and then topped with a creamy white sauce. They got two thumbs up all around our dinner table!

Why You'll Love Stuffed Shells with Alfredo Sauce

  • Cheesy pasta is a classic comfort food. This easy dish will make your entire family feel warm and cozy.
  • You can make it ahead of time. Prepare the dish the day before, then pop it in the oven. It's an easy meal for a busy weeknight.
  • The meal is freezer-friendly. It can be frozen, making it a perfect meal for busy days or for sharing with loved ones.
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Almond Joy Energy Bites

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Almond Joy Bites are a quick and delicious treat made with almond butter, oats, and coconut. These chewy protein balls are perfect for an afternoon pick-me-up or a late-night snack.

If you like chocolate and coconut, then you'll love this healthier Almond Joy hot chocolate!

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Almond Joy Energy Bites

I always crave something sweet in the afternoons. Usually, I can control my craving for cookies by drinking iced coffee or an iced matcha latte.

But sometimes, I cannot resist the temptation to snack on a sweet treat. Those days, I make peanut butter granola balls or healthy brownie bites.

This week, I changed the peanut butter bites by replacing some oats with shredded coconut and using almond butter instead of peanut butter. I love that these protein bites taste like dessert, but they are a healthy chocolate snack. 

Why You'll Love This Recipe

  • It's ready in 10 minutes. Mix the ingredients in a large bowl and then roll them into balls.
  • This is a healthier alternative. These Almond Joy Bites have the same flavor as an Almond Joy bar but without refined sugar. They are one of my favorite ways to enjoy a healthy candy bar.
  • Great on-the-go snack. These no-bake energy bites are perfect for busy families. Just pop a few in a plastic bag or Tupperware container to bring with you!
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Loaded Egg Burritos

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Egg Burritos stuffed with eggs, cheese, veggies, and meat are a tasty and easy breakfast option. Freeze a batch of these breakfast wraps for busy mornings and microwave as needed.

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Egg Burritos

These freezer-friendly egg burritos are a great breakfast option. You can make these ahead of time for busy mornings when you need something quick. I always have frozen breakfast burritos on hand for our kids to grab if they are in a hurry.

Adding meat to the egg and cheese wraps is a great way to boost the protein content and use leftovers. We had extra sausage from pizza soup the other night. So, I added it to the eggs and veggies before rolling them up in tortillas. 

I love to serve these easy breakfast burritos with sour cream, salsa, and guacamole for extra flavor and texture.

Why You'll Love This Recipe

  • So convenient. A make-ahead breakfast burrito is the best way to save time on busy mornings. Simply microwave, and you're ready to go!
  • Enjoy a protein-packed breakfast. These wraps, made with healthy fats, protein, and carbohydrates, will satisfy your hunger and keep you full longer.
  • These burritos are easy to customize. Try using different meats and veggies each time you make this recipe so it doesn't get boring.
  • Freezer-friendly. These burritos can be made in large quantities and stored in the freezer for later.
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Mocha Brownies with Coffee Frosting

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Mocha Brownies are a coffee lover's dream. The rich homemade brownies are topped with coffee whipped cream and chocolate curls. They are a great addition to any party or celebration!

Love coffee-infused desserts? Our espresso brownies will satisfy that caffeine craving. We also have mocha cupcakes, which are fan favorites.

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Mocha Brownies

Oh my goodness! This dessert is perfect for the coffee lovers in your life. I'm a huge fan of chocolate, especially when it's mixed with coffee. Combining the two enhances the rich, dark flavors of the chocolate.

Our recipe has instant coffee powder in both the brownies and the topping. I can't resist these delicious treats, and I'm sure you'll agree with me once you've tried them!

I added homemade coffee whipped cream to make these coffee brownies even more special. The plain bars are fudgy, rich, and full of mocha flavor, but the creamy topping takes them over the top!

Why This Recipe Works

If you love brownies and coffee, you'll adore this brownie recipe! They're perfect for parties or picnics; whenever we bring them, everyone always asks for more.

  • Easy to make. These brownies are as simple to make as boxed mixes, but they taste way better. The melted butter and dark cocoa powder give them a rich, dense texture.
  • Bold coffee flavor. Thanks to the coffee powder, you can really taste the flavor. It wakes up the dark chocolate like nothing else!
  • Rich, creamy topping. The mocha frosting uses heavy cream, brown sugar, and coffee powder for a fluffy texture and intense flavor. You'll want to eat it with a spoon!
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Funfetti Birthday Cake Cupcakes

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Sprinkles and vanilla frosting make these Birthday Cake Cupcakes a delicious treat! They're made with homemade Funfetti cake mix and topped with buttercream frosting. Perfect for any birthday party!

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Birthday Cake Cupcakes

Funfetti is a classic birthday cake that we love in our home! While you can easily buy a Funfetti boxed mix at the store, I highly recommend making it from scratch. 

This way, you can use all those jars of sprinkles sitting in your pantry. Customize the dessert to match the party theme by adding the birthday kid's favorite colors, such as neon green, bright pink, or rainbow sprinkles.

With just one bowl and some colorful sprinkles, you can create bakery-style treats that look beautiful and taste delicious. These birthday cupcakes are perfect for any party or celebration, and I'm sure you'll agree once you take the first bite!

Why Make Homemade Funfetti Cupcakes

These homemade cupcakes are the best! They are easy to make and have a great taste. Plus, the sprinkles make them look adorable.

  • Easy to make. Using the ingredients you have on hand, you can make the cupcake batter quickly! The recipe will be done in less than an hour, perfect for a last-minute birthday celebration!
  • Incredibly moist. This Funfetti cupcake recipe uses oil, buttermilk, and eggs for a moist texture and rich flavor. They turn out perfectly every time! 
  • Easy to customize. This simple vanilla cupcake can be personalized in several ways. Add almond extract for a nutty flavor, food coloring for a pop of color, and your preferred sprinkles. You can also have fun with various frostings and decorations!
  • BONUS: If you love cupcakes then you will not want to miss out on these cherry chip cupcakes or these Reese's chocolate peanut butter cupcakes.
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Chocolate Oreo Muffins

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Mornings are easier when Oreo Muffins are waiting for you in the kitchen. Filled with chunks of cookie and chocolate chips, each chocolate muffin is soft, fluffy, and so delicious.

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Chocolate Oreo Muffins

We're major chocolate lovers over here! Our kids always want chocolate mocha muffins for breakfast, and I can't blame them. I love them too!

Since we had an extra package of Oreos in the pantry, I decided to add them to the muffin batter. I knew cookies would taste amazing with the rich chocolate batter, and they sure do!

These breakfast treats have a delicious flavor from crushed Oreos baked into and sprinkled on top of the soft, tender muffins. We can't get enough of them!

Why You'll Love This Recipe

I know cookies aren't the healthiest breakfast option, but if it helps to call them cupcakes, go for it! I promise your whole family will love these fluffy Oreo muffins just as much as mine!

  • Loaded with Oreos. For a delicious taste and satisfying crunch, make sure to include the cookie chunks and crushed Oreo cookie crumbs on top of your muffins.
  • Special morning treat. Although they look like desserts, muffins are a great morning treat! They are perfect for serving on special occasions or at a weekend brunch. I enjoy mine with a cup of coffee, while the kids prefer a glass of milk.
  • They freeze great. With this easy recipe, you can make 16 muffins at once. Enjoy a few on the day and freeze the rest for later. That way, you can grab one whenever you need a quick snack!
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Mini Coconut Cheesecakes

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These Mini Coconut Cheesecakes have a flaky crust and a sweet, tropical filling. Topped with whipped cream and toasted coconut, they are the perfect dessert for coconut lovers.

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Mini Coconut Cheesecakes

We love making mini cheesecakes for parties and events. They are much easier to make than a full-sized cheesecake. A few that have gotten rave reviews are these turtle cheesecakes and these peanut butter cheesecakes.

Now that warm weather has arrived, it's time to bake tropical desserts. My husband and I love coconut, so I added it to a cheesecake filling and created a tray of mini desserts. 

The sweet shredded coconut added a fantastic texture to the cream cheese filling, which tasted amazing. Instead of a traditional graham cracker crust, I opted for a flaky pie crust for the mini bites.

Why You Will Love This Recipe

Whether you're hosting a summer barbecue or celebrating a special occasion, these bite-sized treats will impress everyone. They're the perfect size to share, but we won't judge you if you want to keep them all to yourself.

  • Easy to make. Sure, cheesecake might sound fancy, but mini versions are actually pretty simple. You can whip up a batch quickly and impress everyone with your baking skills.
  • Tropical vibes. Coconut flavor screams vacation, doesn't it? It's like a mini getaway in each bite.
  • Perfect portions. Their smaller size makes them great for a dessert tray at parties, gatherings, or just enjoying yourself when no one is looking.
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Carrot Cake Sheet Cake

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This Carrot Cake Sheet Cake is moist and delicious, with shredded carrots, crushed pineapple, and cream cheese frosting. It's also the easiest carrot cake recipe you'll ever make.

Looking for more carrot cake? Try this carrot bundt cake or these carrot cake bars.

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Carrot Cake Sheet Cake

Carrot cake is a classic dessert that's perfect for any spring celebration. The moist texture, warm spices, and sweet flavor make it one of my favorite treats for Easter.

Whenever carrot layer cake is on a restaurant menu, I can't resist ordering it. I enjoy this cake with pineapple and raisins, but I understand that not everyone does. The texture and flavor they add make me so happy.

Making a carrot cake at home is hard work and takes a lot of time. However, this simple recipe allows you to enjoy the same delicious flavors without the hassle of layering. Using a 9x13 pan, you can easily create a moist and tasty carrot cake that is quick and easy to make.

Why You Will Love This Recipe

This 9x13 carrot cake is easy to make and perfect for any occasion. The creamy frosting with cream cheese will have everyone asking for more!

  • Full of flavor. Packed with spices and extra mix-ins, it will be the star of your dessert table.
  • Moist, dense texture. Adding shredded carrots, crushed pineapple, and sour cream to the batter creates a moist texture. 
  • Made and frosted in 1 pan! This sheet pan carrot cake is baked and frosted in the same pan. No fancy decorating skills are needed!
  • Perfect for any occasion. Enjoy this great cake recipe for Spring parties, Easter dinner, Mother's Day, or just because you need a sweet treat.
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Peanut Butter Bunnies

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Make this Easter extra special with these adorable Peanut Butter Bunnies! A creamy peanut butter center dipped in white chocolate makes this sweet bunny dessert melt in your mouth.

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Peanut Butter Bunnies

This time of year brings back happy memories of our annual Easter egg hunt at my grandparents' house. The best part was finding giant peanut butter eggs with our names on them!

I continued the tradition of decorating eggs and having a fun egg hunt with our children. Every Easter, I create a new special treat and have come up with many cute recipes, such as bunny butt Rice Krispie treats and Oreo bunnies. This year, I was inspired to create more adorable bunny candies.

These peanut butter balls can be customized for any occasion. This Easter, I gave them a new look by adding pink sugar, marshmallow ears, and edible googly eyes. The eyes truly highlight their playful personality!

Why Make Homemade Easter Bunnies

  • They're easy to make. No baking is required, and they taste incredibly delicious! Kids of all ages will love adding ears and faces to the peanut butter bunnies.
  • Adorable bunny-shaped candies. Pink ears and googly eyes transform the traditional treat into the cutest Easter treat.
  • Great for any occasion. These sweet candies are perfect for parties, Easter baskets, or a delightful addition to the holiday dinner table. They will be gone in no time!
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Cadbury Chocolate Chip Cookies

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These thick and puffy Cadbury Chocolate Chip Cookies are loaded with chocolate chips and mini eggs. Make a double batch because they are the Easter bunny's favorite treat.

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Cadbury Chocolate Chip Cookies

This time of year, it's a must to stock up on candy because there are so many delicious options. Can you even say it's Easter if you don't have extra bags of Reese's eggs and Cadbury mini eggs in your pantry?

I added those amazing chocolate candy eggs to my thick chocolate chip cookies this year, resulting in my new favorite Easter treat. They are soft and chewy, with chunks of chocolate eggs throughout. 

Have fun adding a colorful flair to your Easter treats. Whether you choose peanut butter bunnies, Easter rice krispie treats, or these Cadbury egg cookies, everyone will smile when you bring them to dinner.

Why You Will Love Easter Egg Cookies

  • These are the perfect Spring cookies. Each one is loaded with chocolate mini eggs with pastel candy shells. The colorful crunch makes them delightful!
  • There is no need to chill the dough. This chocolate chip cookie recipe is best because it can be baked immediately.
  • They are so soft and chewy! The key to achieving the best texture is to use a combination of white and brown sugar and to avoid over-baking them.
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