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Homemade Blueberry Pie Filling

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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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M&M Rice Krispie Treats

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M&M Rice Krispie Treats are a fun, no-bake dessert that everyone loves. They are ready in minutes and are perfect for parties or potlucks. They are just like the classic Rice Krispie Treats recipe, but with a delicious candy twist.

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M&M Rice Krispies

Rice Krispie treats are one of the best and easiest desserts to make. We love bringing these Reese's Rice Krispie treats and Mickey Mouse treats to parties and events.

These crispy treats are the perfect dessert for kids of all ages. This time, we added candy and extra marshmallows to transform the classic krispies into a colorful and fun dessert.

Why This Recipe Works

  • Loaded with goodies. These cereal treats are packed with extra marshmallows and chocolate-coated candies. You can also use seasonal M&M's to make them festive for different holidays.
  • Best ingredient ratio. The perfect ratio of butter, marshmallow, and rice cereal keeps these no-bake treats soft and chewy for days.
  • Easy to make. Rice Krispie treats with M&M's are easy to make and perfect for summer picnics or potlucks.
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Cookies and Cream Chocolate Pie

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This easy no bake Cookies and Cream Pie is made with an Oreo crust, cookie filling, and chocolate pudding. Top it with whipped cream and more cookies for a show stopping dessert.

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Our daughter loves cookies and cream, so we make quite a few desserts with Oreo cookies. Some of our favorites are these cookies and cream cookies, dirt pie, and this homemade cookies and cream ice cream.

Since we had another package of cookies and I was craving pie, I decided to make a chocolate Oreo pie for dessert.

Why This Works

This chocolate cookies and cream pie is so easy to make. It is completely no bake, so there is no need to turn on the oven when it is super hot outside.

Not only does the Oreo filling come together in minutes, it is also creamy and delicious. It goes so well with the chocolate cookie crust.

As the pie chills, the cookie chunks soften up and add the most delicious cookies and cream flavor. It's the perfect dessert for Oreo lovers.

This easy Oreo pudding pie is a crowd favorite. It's a great recipe to serve at summer picnics or potluck dinners.

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Chocolate Cheesecake Pie Bites

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These mini Chocolate Cheesecake Bites are the perfect size for a quick snack or an after dinner treat. The best part is that each of the pie bites are decorated with whipped cream, cherries, and sprinkles! It doesn't get much better than this!

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The Best Cheesecake Bites

If you are craving something sweet, you are going to love these little treats. These chocolate cheesecake bites are the perfect little treat to satisfy your sweet tooth.

The creamy cheesecake filling is baked in mini pie crusts and decorated with whipped cream, cherries, and sprinkles, so they look just as good as they taste. And because they are mini pie bites, you can enjoy them without feeling guilty for having two or three.

These mini cheesecake bites are great for parties or family gatherings because everyone loves little bite-size desserts. Serve them as an after dinner treat or bring them out during parties for guests to enjoy all night long. There's no wrong time of day to eat a mini chocolate cheesecake pie.

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Salted Caramel Apple Pie Bars

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These Salted Caramel Apple Pie Bars are the perfect fall treat. The easy crumble crust and topping with a homemade caramel apple pie filling will make your mouth water. They are so good you won't be able to stop eating them.

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We know that nothing beats a homemade apple pie, but sometimes you just do not want make a pie crust. These caramel apple pie bars have all the deliciousness of an apple pie without any of the hassle of rolling out dough.

Plus, the bar shape makes them so much easier to serve at holiday dinners or parties. Everyone is going to love this delicious twist on the classic dessert.

Why You Will Love Apple Pie Bars

These pie bars are made with real apples and an easy crumble crust and topping and then baked to perfection. The homemade caramel apple pie filling adds the perfect touch of sweetness to every bite, making these crumble bars irresistible!

Want to take this apple dessert to a whole new level? Serve it a la mode because vanilla bean ice cream and salted caramel drizzles make everything amazing.

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Pumpkin Spice Rice Krispie Treats

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Why settle for original rice krispie treats when you can pumpkin spice things up? These quick and easy Pumpkin Spice Rice Krispie Treats will take your no bake treats to a whole new level this fall. 

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Pumpkin Spice Rice Krispie Treats

Have you noticed that by the middle of September, everything has been turned into pumpkin spice treats. Coffee, pancakes, cheesecake, hot chocolate, and marshmallows are all things I have seen in stores that have pumpkin spice added to them.

Those pumpkin spice marshmallows are the perfect addition to a steamy mug of coffee-at least, that's one of my favorite ways to enjoy them. That combo inspired these pumpkin spice Rice Krispie treats.

I love making rice krispie treats, so I'm always looking for fun and creative ways to enjoy them every season. These no bake pumpkin spice treats are an excellent dessert for parties or snacks this fall.

Why You Will Love This Recipe

  • Every square contains the perfect blend of pumpkin spices and coffee.
  • The layer of white chocolate on top makes them taste even better and gives them "foam," just like a pumpkin latte.
  • They are the perfect pick-me-up treat on a chilly fall day.
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Gooey S'mores Pie

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Enjoy the flavor of your favorite summer treat all year long. This sweet and gooey S'mores Pie has a graham cracker crust, creamy chocolate center, and a marshmallow topping with toasted marshmallows. No camping or campfire required!

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Indoor S'mores

Do you love s'mores? There is something so delicious about the combo of toasted marshmallow and melted chocolate sandwiched between crunchy graham crackers. The only thing I'm not fond of is the mess that comes along with making s'mores. And I'm not really a camping kind of girl...

I'm all for roasting marshmallows around a campfire once in a while in our backyard. But what I really love is finding ways to enjoy s'mores indoors in the comfort of my home. No smoke, no bugs, no sticky, messy fingers!

This gooey chocolate pie was inspired by the classic campfire treat. It has all the flavors of s'mores - graham cracker crust, creamy milk chocolate filling, and gooey toasted marshmallows in a pie form. It is the best way to enjoy a s'mores dessert, in my opinion.

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4th of July Rice Krispie Treats

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These easy 4th of July Rice Krispie Treats are cut into fun star shapes and decorated with red, white, and blue M&M's. Add this exciting twist to everyone's favorite Rice Krispie Treat recipe!

A rice krispie treat star with white chocolate and red white and blue M&M candies on a white board.

Why Make These

I sure hope you are still looking for one more last minute dessert for your 4th of July picnics.  I have the cutest and easiest treat for you to make. Trust me...you will be the star of the picnic when you show up with a pan of these cereal treats. Pun intended!

One of my favorite treats to make in the summer are M&M rice krispie treats. In just 10 minutes, you can have a pan of marshmallow treats chilling on the counter. No bake treats with little work are how I roll when it's too hot to bake.

These Reese's rice krispie treats and these Oreo krispie treats with sprinkles are a couple that we love to bring to summer picnics.

I'm also a big fan of making themed desserts for the holidays, so I couldn't pass up the opportunity to make one more red white and blue M&M rice krispie treats to go with these Fourth of July marshmallow pops.

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Homemade Oatmeal Cream Pies

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These easy Homemade Oatmeal Cream Pies will bring back memories of Little Debbie snack cakes. Chewy oatmeal cookies sandwiched together with a fluffy cream filling will remind you of your favorite classic childhood treat.

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Oatmeal Cream Pie Recipe

One of my favorite lunch box snacks when I was growing up was Little Debbie Oatmeal Creme Pies. Sure, I loved Zebra Cakes, Fudge Rounds, and Swiss Rolls, but I always reached for those soft and chewy oatmeal creme pie cookies first.

Even to this day, there is something so nostalgic about opening that crinkly cellophane wrapper and smelling the sweet oatmeal goodness of Little Debbie Oatmeal Creme Pies.

When I came across a recipe in an old church cookbook for homemade oatmeal cream pies, I knew I had to try them right away. Our kids devoured the cream-filled cookies and declared them better than the store-bought treats. I call that a baking success!

Why Make Homemade Oatmeal Cream Pies

  • This treat brings back happy childhood memories. If you enjoyed these treats growing up, making them at home can bring back those joyful moments.
  • The homemade copycat treats taste better than the original, and by making them yourself, you avoid adding extra preservatives and additives.
  • Your kitchen will be filled with an amazing aroma as the cookies bake; the combination of oatmeal and cinnamon creates a comforting scent.
  • Everyone loves these cookies. These cookies received rave reviews, so be prepared to share more cookies or the recipe.
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Peanut Butter Cup Rice Krispie Treats

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Rice Krispie Treats no longer have to be boring. Jazz up the best rice krispie treats with everyone's favorite Reese's candy. These Peanut Butter Rice Krispie Treats are easy to make and are off the chart amazing!

Love easy no bake cereal bars? You are going to love these easy cinnamon toast crunch bars and these Lucky Charms rice krispies.

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Why Make These Peanut Butter Treats

Rice Krispie treats are one of my favorite things to make for dessert. They are just so easy to make and always taste great.

The problem is that I can't stop my mind from wandering when it comes to easy desserts. This time when I went to make a pan of original rice Krispie treats, I saw a bag of peanut butter cups and remembered how good these Rice Krispie candy bars were.

Right away I had to add a layer of Reese's to the middle of the peanut butter rice Krispies with chocolate. Best idea EVER! The layer of peanut butter cups inside these treats made this one of the most requested treats in our house. 

  • No baking required!
  • Stuffed with peanut butter cups.
  • Sweet chocolate topping.
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Banana Split Pie Recipe

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Brownies combined with a banana split is the best of both worlds. This Banana Split Pie Recipe has layers of gooey brownies and a creamy banana cheesecake baked in a sugar cone crust. Watch everyone's eyes light up when you serve this banana split dessert.  

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Banana splits are the ultimate summer dessert. There is something about bananas topped with ice cream and all the toppings that makes everyone smile.

Years ago I waitressed at Friendly's and served banana splits and ice cream sundaes to customers. There is something so fun about adding all the toppings to a giant banana split!

The best part about banana splits is how versatile they are.  You can add whatever toppings you enjoy to them!

One of my favorite things to do is make banana split desserts. It's so easy to add those banana split flavors to different things like brownies, coffee cakes, or cookies.

Why This Works

This banana split brownie recipe was a fun way to add a banana split dessert on top of a brownie pie. Bananas and chocolate is a delicious combo.

A gooey brownie baked in a crust is the perfect base for a creamy banana cheesecake. Adding all the classic banana split toppings before you serve this pie is a must. This sweet dessert will satisfy the chocolate and fruit lovers in your family.

What makes this banana split pie unique is the crust. The original recipe from 10 years ago had a waffle cone crust, but that ends up a little chewy after baking.

A sugar cone crust is a great option because they bake up nice and crispy!

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Blackberry Cheesecake Pie

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Enjoy two desserts in one with this Blackberry Cheesecake Pie. A homemade graham cracker crust is filled with creamy cheesecake and swirls of blackberry pie filling.

Homemade whipped cream and fresh berries make each slice look perfect. This cool and creamy cheesecake pie is the perfect summer time treat.

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Blackberry Cheesecake Pie

One of our favorite desserts to make is cheesecake. It is easy to add to just about any dessert recipe you can imagine.  The problem with a full cheesecake is the time it takes to make, bake, and chill. If you want to eat cheesecake for dessert, you really have to plan ahead so it can be ready in time. 

Making a cheesecake pie is my solution to the time issue. It has the same great taste as a whole cheesecake, but it is ready in half the time. I call that winning at the cheesecake game.

Trust me! Cheesecake and pie were meant to be together. Combining two favorites into one show stopping dessert is sure to catch everyone's attention at the party table. 

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No Bake Strawberry Pie

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A No Bake Strawberry Pie with a graham cracker crust and strawberry glaze is the perfect summer dessert.  It is easy to make with just five ingredients. Add a swirl of homemade whipped cream to these mini strawberry pies for a finishing touch.

Have extra berries after making the pies? Use the rest of your fresh strawberries to make a batch of this strawberry filling.

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Why This Works

One of my favorite things in the spring or early summer is fresh picked strawberries. We used to take our kids to u-pick farms all the time when they were little. 

This no bake strawberry pie is one of my husband's favorite desserts. He grew up eating one similar, and now we make this no bake strawberry pie with Jello for him each time we get fresh strawberries.

It is also an easy summer dessert because you can also swap out the strawberries for any other fresh fruit in this mini strawberry pies recipe. Using different Jello flavors is another way to change it up.

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Peanut Butter Pie Bars

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These easy Peanut Butter Pie Bars have a sweet cookie crust and a fluffy peanut butter filling. Chocolate glaze, a swirl of homemade whipped cream, and peanut butter cups make this no bake peanut butter pie look so fancy.

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Why You Will Love These Pie Bars

A no bake peanut butter pie is an easy dessert that peanut butter fans will go crazy for. The rich and buttery Oreo crust topped with a creamy no bake peanut butter cheesecake filling and a silky chocolate ganache will get rave reviews. 

Years ago we lived in the midwest and would eat at Baker's Square from time to time.  To be honest, I was only there for the pie.  One of my all time favorites was a peanut butter pie that was to die for.

I decided that I wanted to recreate that amazing pie, but with a little twist.  I turned the peanut butter pie into pie bars by using a square dish.  Same great taste, just a different shape. 

If you really want the traditional pie form, use a 9 inch deep dish pie plate instead of the square baking dish. Either one works! 

What I love most about these peanut butter pie bars is that they are rich and creamy without being overly sweet and heavy.

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Coconut Chocolate Pie

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The rich and creamy layers in this Coconut Chocolate Pie recipe will make this pudding pie a hit with everyone. No bake coconut cheesecake and chocolate pudding will have you going back for another slice in a hurry!

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Chocolate Pudding Pie with Cheesecake:

The other day I was craving pie like crazy.  I'm not sure why.  Usually when I want something sweet, I crave these Homemade Chocolate Chip Brownies.

But for whatever reason I couldn't get the idea of a creamy pie out of my mind. So, I looked through the pantry and refrigerator to see what I could come up with.

I found a few boxes of chocolate pudding, shredded coconut, cream cheese, and Cool Whip.  I knew right away that a pudding pie with a no bake cheesecake layer had to happen right away.

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Easter Rice Krispie Treats

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Easter Rice Krispies Treats with M&Ms are a fun and colorful treat that everyone will enjoy. Sprinkles, candies, and extra marshmallows make these the easiest and best sweets you will ever make.

Three Easter rice krispies treats with M&M candies and sprinkles stacked on top of each other on a pink board

The post for Easter Rice Krispie Treats was first published in March 2018. It was updated and republished in March 2021.

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Rice Krispie Treats with M&Ms

Today, we are talking about the easiest and best treat around: Rice Krispie Treats. They are seriously so easy to make for just about any reason.

I have no self-control around these easy no-bake treats, so I usually try to take them to different parties or get-togethers.  Last week I made some Bunny Butt Rice Krispies that are so cute for Easter, so I have had no bake treats on my mind.

Since I had bags of Easter M&Ms and lots of sprinkles in our pantry, it seemed like another pan of these M&M rice krispies treats was the answer.

Why I Love This Recipe

These fun Rice Krispie squares are loaded with M&Ms and sprinkles. The bright colors pop out on these sweet treats. Feel free to use any variety of M&Ms to match your theme or mood.

Allow the warm marshmallow and cereal mixture to cool before adding the candies, or you'll end up with unicorn treats, as the colors will melt and spread.

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Churro Pumpkin Pie Cheesecake Danish

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A cinnamon sugar coating and a sweet glaze gives this Churro Pumpkin Pie Cheesecake Danish a fun and pretty texture!  It's the perfect way to add a pumpkin recipe to your breakfast routine this fall!

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I am officially riding the pumpkin train.  All I want to do is pumpkin spice all the things, all the time. The only problem I have at the moment with making all these simple pumpkin recipes is that our oldest son isn't home to enjoy them with me.

He and I are really the only ones that love anything pumpkin. Without my chief treat eater to help me out, I'm in a little bit of a predicament.  Depending on how you look at it, that is either a good thing or a bad thing...

Good because yay for eating all the pumpkin desserts in the house, or boo because I will be eating all the pumpkin desserts in the house.  All you pumpkin lovers out there know the struggle, right?

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Pumpkin Cheesecake Brownie Pie

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Make a Pumpkin Cheesecake Brownie Pie and watch everyone smile as they cut into the layers. A gooey brownie bottom with creamy pumpkin cheesecake makes the perfect fall dessert.

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Do you ever bake a dessert that gives you that happy, dance for joy kind of feelings? You know the dessert that gives you butterflies every time you open the fridge to stare at it while it is chilling because you know it is going to taste so good.

Quite honestly, this layered pumpkin pie is going to give you those feelings in your stomach because you will not be able to stop looking at it.

You will keep opening the refrigerator door just to stare at it again and again. And bite after bite will disappear into your mouth when you cut that first piece!!!

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No Bake Strawberry Lemon Cream Pie

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Layers of cookies, lemon cream, and fresh fruit makes this No Bake Strawberry Lemon Cream Pie a delicious and easy recipe to make on hot summer days.

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Most of the time when crazy dessert ideas go through my head they are full of chocolate and peanut butter.  My husband just shakes his head and asks why everything has to be this combo.

Yes, he is kind of sort of crazy because he would rather have fruit instead of chocolate.

But because I love him, I let crazy fruit desserts enter my mind every once in a while.  He is one heck of a dad to our three kids, takes care of us no matter what, and works hard to provide for our family!

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Mickey Mouse Rice Krispie Treats

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Bring a little magic into your home with these Mickey Mouse Rice Krispie Treats. You only need a few ingredients and a Mickey Mouse cookie cutter to make this easy Disney copycat recipe. 

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Do you know some adults who seem to love Disney more than their kids? I have to admit that I'm one of those people who absolutely loves going to the Parks.

Not everyone can head to the Parks at this time, so I am on a mission to recreate some of my favorite Disney snacks for all of us to enjoy at home. 

Why Make Mickey Mouse Treats

Making your own Disney treats like a copycat Dole Whip or Mickey gingerbread is a great way to enjoy a little bit of Mickey Mouse fun with your family.

Now I realize that nothing beats eating the real thing in front of the castle at Disney World, but this copycat version of the Mickey shaped rice krispie treats is perfect when you can't visit.

They look and taste just like the ones you can purchase at Main Street Confectionery in Disney World and at Goofy's Candy Company in Disney Springs. Plus, you can use the same method to make these Disney bunny butt rice krispies for Easter! You gotta love a hidden Mickey treat!

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White Chocolate Reese's Rice Krispie Hearts

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These little White Chocolate Reese's Rice Krispie Hearts will make everyone smile when they see the cute treat.  They are such a fun no bake treat to make for Valentine's day parties.

Rice krispie treats in the form of a heart with a heart chocolate candy on them.

I puffy heart love Rice Krispie treats. In fact, I love them so much that I cannot stop eating them until they are gone. It's bad people. Bad for the jeans in my life that is.  

Me on the other hand...well, I am good with more krispie treats in my life. Although, I should probably stop making them when no one is home with me.

Now add a peanut butter cup heart to the top, and you will want to eat the entire batch in one day. You can also add these peanut butter hearts to these peanut butter cookie bars!

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Pecan Cheesecake Pie

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This Pecan Cheesecake Pie is the mashup you need in your life. The pecan pie you remember growing up with matches perfectly with the cheesecake you love. Once you make it, pecan cheesecake will ALWAYS be at the top of your "go to" recipe list.

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Pecan Cheesecake

Do you like cheesecake?  What about pecan pie? If so, I have a pecan pie cheesecake recipe that you need to make ASAP!!!

A few years ago I asked on Facebook what kind of pies people eat for the holidays. I thought for sure an apple pie or pumpkin pie would win the battle.  The response was pretty split between those two pies.

But it also turns out that a lot of people actually prefer pecan pie. I don't know why that surprised me because I happen to love a rich gooey pecan pie too.

Since I had actually never made one, it went on our to do list for the week.  But I didn't want to make a classic pecan pie, so we came up with a fun BruCrew twist for it.

Since we love adding cheesecake to the desserts we make, so we added a creamy vanilla cheesecake layer to the easy pecan pie recipe. Turns out that a pecan pie cheesecake was our best idea of the week!

This pecan cheesecake pie is a delicious recipe that you will enjoy making all year long.

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Traditional Pumpkin Pie

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This Traditional Pumpkin Pie is easy to make and is so sweet and delicious. The creamy homemade filling will make this classic pie a hit at your Thanksgiving dinner.

Looking for more easy pumpkin desserts? Try our pumpkin chocolate chip cookies and this pumpkin dump cake.

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I absolutely love pumpkin pie.  Like absolutely adore it and can't wait to dive into a slice of pie first thing on Thanksgiving day.  The answer is yes, yes I do start with dessert.

A flakey crust filled with a creamy spiced pumpkin filling and topped with a giant dollop of Homemade Whipped Cream and fun little pie crust cookies are what dreams are made of.

Now I realize not everyone agrees with me here.  There is the age old debate of which pie is actually best.  If you are more of an apple pie fan, I suggest you make this Apple Crisp Pie instead.  I'll gladly take your slice of pumpkin pie.

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Pumpkin S'mores Rice Krispie Treats

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These Pumpkin S'mores Rice Krispie Treats will be the first Halloween treat to go at any party. Chocolate, pumpkin, and marshmallow makes these easy no bake desserts so delicious.

Pumpkin S'mores Rice Krispie Treats - these easy no bake treats are loaded with chocolate, marshmallow, and pumpkin spice goodness. Make these fun treats for Halloween parties this year.

The other day I was looking through my recipes, and I realized that I have only shared two other rice Krispie treats with you since last fall!

Only two, people!  I am seriously questioning my rice krispie treat love right now.  I thought I was a die hard fan, but the records show I have been slacking in this department.

I bought a few bags of holiday candies and marshmallows the other day, and now I have so many fun ideas going through my head. Finally, I decided to just make an easy Rice Krispie treat.

But at the last minute, I decided to jazz it up with some s'mores flavor. It's me we are talking about after all.

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Oatmeal Cream Pie Berry Trifle

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An Oatmeal Cream Pie Berry Trifle is great for serving at picnics, barbecues, or parties this summer. The layers of cream pies, no bake marshmallow cheesecake, and fresh berries make this an impressive no bake dessert.  

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Berry Trifle

One of my all-time favorite treats is Little Debbie Oatmeal Creme Pies.  I puffy heart love them so much! In high school, I used to buy a box and hide it in my room just for me.  That metabolism from high school has long since disappeared, so hiding boxes of snack cakes is not something I can do now.

Although I bought a box of Oatmeal Creme Pies a few weeks ago because I had this fun idea for a berry trifle.  I pulled out the box of cream pies, only to find out that someone else had started munching on the snack cakes.

It turns out my oldest has the same love for these cookies.  I really should make another batch of these Homemade Oatmeal Cream Pies and see which cream pie cookie he likes more.

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Lemon Cream Strawberry Pie

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This easy Lemon Strawberry Pie is a delicious dessert for summer parties and picnics.  The layers of strawberry pie and lemon cream filling will have you going back for another slice of this summer pie in a hurry.

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Strawberry Lemon Pie Recipe

One of the fun things I like to do in the kitchen is to take existing recipes and mash them together into a completely new and delicious dessert.

This strawberry cream pie happens to be one of those crazy creations. I used a small batch of the filling from this strawberry pie with a graham cracker crust and the filling from this strawberry cookie pie to create this new, pretty, and delicious summer pie recipe.

This recipe is so easy to assemble. It has a layer of strawberry pie filling and a layer of creamy lemon goodness. One bite, and we were all in love with this easy strawberry lemonade pie.

BruCrew Tip: If you love lemon desserts, try our lemon supreme pie and our lemon meringue cupcakes.

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Reese's Pieces Brownies

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These Reese's Pieces Brownies start with a box mix and are stuffed with a hidden layer of Golden Oreos with Reese's Pieces on top. Just three main ingredients and so much fun in every single bite!

Four Reese's Pieces brownies stuffed with Golden Oreos on a pan.

The post for Oreo Reese's Brownies was first published in August 2011.  The photos were updated, and it was republished in May 2019.

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Okay, I have to give my oldest son credit for this recipe! In high school, he made these Oreo brownies with Golden Oreos and Reese's Pieces for a soccer party. This fun dessert was a hit with the whole team!

We've been making these ever since, and they're always one of the first desserts to disappear at a party. I mean, who doesn't love biting into a brownie and finding a whole layer of cookies hiding in the middle?! It gets everyone's attention, and then they usually go back for another piece.

And the best part? You only need a few simple ingredients to make a seriously fun dessert. I'd say my son was onto something with this one! Sometimes the easiest recipes really are the best ones.

Why You'll Love These Stuffed Golden Oreo Brownies

  • Only 3 ingredients and so easy. This is one of those recipes you can make in minutes!
  • That surprise Oreo layer. There's something so fun about biting into fudgy brownies and finding a whole cookie hiding in the middle.
  • The crunch on top. The candies add a fun pop of color and just the right amount of peanut butter crunch.
  • A fun dessert without the fuss. They look extra special when you cut into them, but they are so easy to make.
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Eggnog Cream Pie

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This creamy and sweet Eggnog Pie is delicious when served with a big swirl of homemade eggnog whipped cream. It's the perfect dessert for the holidays.

Love eggnog? You need to try this no bake eggnog pie, eggnog muffins, and these eggnog cupcakes.

A white plate with a slice of eggnog cream pie topped with eggnog whipped cream

Every year around this time I realize that I have made and photographed way too many holiday desserts. There are only so many days after Thanksgiving to be able to share Christmas desserts.

But I still go crazy in our kitchen making cookies, fudge and candy, snack mixes, and pies that I think would be great for this time of year.  Then I look at my calendar and the available time I have to work on editing and writing, and I realize that all of these treats just aren't going to happen.

This eggnog cream pie is one of those desserts. I actually made this recipe last year, but I never got around to sharing it because I ran out of time. Well, that and I actually didn't like the photos that I took last year.

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Pumpkin Cheesecake Pecan Pie

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You can't have Thanksgiving without a pecan pie. Impress your guests this year with all the flavors of fall in one delicious Pumpkin Cheesecake Pecan Pie. This gooey cheesecake pie will be the star of your holiday dessert table.

Love pumpkin and cheesecake? You need to try the best pumpkin cheesecake and this Oreo pumpkin cheesecake.

A slice of pecan pie cheesecake topped with Cool Whip and a pecan on a black plate.

If you are hosting Thanksgiving dinner and want to impress your guests with a delicious dessert, this cheesecake pie recipe is what you need.

A few years ago we made a pecan pie cheesecake that has become one of our favorite go-to desserts.  After serving it to friends, one of them suggested we try it with a pumpkin cheesecake layer.  I couldn't get the idea out of my head, so I made it the very next day.  And wow! Was it ever good!

This pecan pie pumpkin cheesecake is the perfect twist on two classic desserts. It has the gooey goodness of a traditional pecan pie but with an added creamy, rich pumpkin cheesecake layer. You won't be able to resist this holiday treat!

Why You Will Love This Cheesecake Pie

There are so many reasons why you should make this pie recipe for your next family dinner or holiday party. First off, it only takes 20 minutes to put together and can be made ahead of time, if needed.

Second, it looks absolutely stunning when served for dessert and will definitely impress your guests. And finally, your friends and family will love this pumpkin cheesecake pie so much that they will be asking for seconds.

Trust me and make two pies! You won't have any leftovers once people taste how good this pecan pie cheesecake recipe is.

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Peanut Butter Butterfinger Pie

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The creamy and crunchy layers in this Peanut Butter Butterfinger Pie will have you going back for more.  It is a decadent and easy dessert to make for the holidays.

Peanut Butter Butterfinger Pie - the creamy cheesecake layers and crunchy candy bar creates a delicious pie. Perfect recipe for the holidays! #pie #butterfinger #holiday #peanutbutter

I still can't believe that the year is almost over.  Although the heat and humidity here make it feel like it should still be the middle of summer.

With all the school, church, and work activities, it definitely doesn't feel like the lazy days of summer though. Some days it is more difficult to balance homework, soccer practice, church activities, and dinner, but we are managing just fine.

Thankfully our kids are now old enough to help with house work and dinner prep.  Planning ahead and knowing just what we are going to have each night of the week helps too.  My husband is good at coming up with our meal list and letting me know what is for dinner.

I am so glad he loves to cook dinner more than I do.  Although recently I have been making more of our lean and green meals around here. Maybe the tide has changed... [Read more...]

Halloween Rice Krispie Treats

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These Oreo stuffed Halloween Rice Krispie Treats are not only delicious but are the perfect spooky treat for Halloween parties. Best of all, this easy recipe allows kids to help out in the kitchen.

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Halloween Rice Krispies

Do you love Rice Krispies treats? We do too. There is just something about those gooey cereal bars. I also love making different cereal treat variations.

Everyone went bonkers when I shared these Reese's Rice Krispies treats a few years ago. The hidden layer of candy seriously makes them the best rice krispie treat ever!

This year, I decided to take our favorite treat and stuff it with Halloween Oreos. These are a must-try for anyone who loves both Rice Krispies treats and chocolate cookies.

Why You'll Love This Recipe

Your friends and family will be so impressed by how creative these treats are. Plus, they only take about 15 minutes to prepare.

  • This no-bake dessert is incredibly easy to make.
  • A hidden layer of Oreo cookies makes them irresistible.
  • Sprinkles and candy eyes make them look extra spook-tacular!

You don't have to wait until Halloween to make a batch. These Oreo cookie rice krispie treats make great snacks any time of year.

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Apple Pie Cheesecake Parfaits

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Apple Pie Cheesecake Parfaits - layers of streusel, cheesecake, and homemade apple pie filling makes a fun summer treat. Make these little parfaits for parties and picnics.

 Layers of streusel, apples, and no bake cheesecake make these Apple Pie Cheesecake Parfaits a fun summer dessert.  Parfaits are an easy treat to make and share at picnics or barbecues

A batch of this Homemade Apple Pie Filling makes these little parfaits taste the best.

 
Apple Pie Cheesecake Parfaits - layers of homemade apple pie filling and no bake cheesecake make these an easy dessert to make and enjoy!

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Sometimes I surprise myself with the things I make in our kitchen. These little parfaits were one of those treats that made me stop and smile.

The flavors in all the layers work so well together.  The crunchy streusel, creamy cheesecake, and sweet apple pie filling in every bite was so good.

And of course you can't have a pie dessert without a pie crust, right? The topper is totally optional, but I think it adds a fun little touch to the apple dessert.

How to make Apple Pie Cheesecake Parfaits:

Start out by making the apple pie filling.  Cut up your apples and simmer them in a sugar glaze. Let it cool for a few hours or overnight so it has time to set up.

Combine the streusel ingredients and press it into a pan. Bake for a few minutes to give a crispy texture.

Unroll the pie crust and spread butter on both sides. Sprinkle with cinnamon sugar.  Cut the pie crust into strips and twist each one. Bake until golden.

Mix together cream cheese, pudding, Cool Whip, and toffee bits to make the no bake cheesecake layer. Are you drooling yet?   Because yes, it is THAT good. I caught my daughter digging into it with a spoon before I had a chance to make the parfaits. She didn't want any apples, just the filling!

Layer the pie filling and cheesecake into 8 small mason jars. Top with the pie crust twists right before serving.

More recipes to use apple pie filling in:

Cinnamon Apple Icebox Cake - layers of cinnamon cheesecake, apple pie filling, and graham crackers make a delicious and easy no bake dessert in minutes.

Cinnamon Apple Icebox Cake

Apple Turtle Cheesecake Tart - layers of cheesecake and apple under the nuts and caramel topping will make the tart disappear in a hurry.

Apple Turtle Cheesecake Tart

Cinnamon Sugar Apple Cheesecake Danish - creamy cheesecake and apple pie filling make this pastry a great start to any day.

Cinnamon Sugar Apple Cheesecake Danish

This apple week has been fun. I have enjoyed eating all the things apple in our kitchen and watching everyone else share photos of their fun apple creations.

More apple recipes to try:

Apple Pie Cheesecake Parfaits - layers of cheesecake, streusel, and homemade pie filling in a jar makes a fun treat. Make these parfaits for summer parties or picnics!

Recipe

Apple Pie Cheesecake Parfaits

Apple Pie Cheesecake Parfaits

Yield: 8 small jars
Prep Time: 45 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes

Layers of streusel, apples, and no bake cheesecake make these Apple Pie Cheesecake Parfaits a fun summer treat.  They are easy to make and are perfect for taking to a picnic or dinner.

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Ingredients

For the Streusel

  • 2 cup graham cracker crumbs
  • ¼ cup oatmeal
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 6 Tablespoons butter, melted

For the Cheesecake Filling

  • 1 - 8 ounce package cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • ½ cup milk
  • 1 3.4 ounce package instant cheesecake pudding
  • 1 - 8 ounce container Cool Whip, thawed
  • 1 cup baking toffee bits

For the Pie Crust Toppers

  • 1 sheet refrigerated pie crust
  • 2 Tablespoons butter, softened
  • 6 Tablespoons cinnamon sugar

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°.
  2. Combine the crust ingredients and press into a greased 9x13 baking pan. Bake for 8 minutes. Cool.
  3. Unroll the pie crust onto a baking sheet. Spread the butter on both sides and sprinkle with the cinnamon sugar.
  4. Cut the crust into strips and twist each one a few times. Place the twists on a baking sheet and bake for 12-14 minutes. Cool.
  5. In a mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and sour cream until creamy.
  6. Whisk together the milk and pudding mix. Refrigerate for 5 minutes.
  7. Add the pudding to the cream cheese mixture and beat for 1 minute. Fold in the Cool Whip and toffee bits gently.
  8. Layer the streusel, cheesecake filling, and apple pie filling in small canning jars or in one large trifle bowl. Top with pie crust twists.

Notes

All the layers could be put into one large serving bowl, if desired.

Nutrition Information:
Yield: 8 Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 634Total Fat: 43gSaturated Fat: 25gTrans Fat: 1gUnsaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 79mgSodium: 426mgCarbohydrates: 57gFiber: 3gSugar: 31gProtein: 7g

Nutrition facts are an estimate and are not guaranteed to be accurate. If you need special diet advice, please see a registered dietician.

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Cuisine: American / Category: Pudding and Parfaits
*This Apple Pie Cheesecake Parfaits post was first posted in September 2012.

24 Must Make Pie Recipes

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Here is a list of 24 Must Make Pie Recipes that are worthy of bringing to any dinner party.  Here is a list of fruit, cheesecake, chocolate, cream, and mini pies that need to happen in your kitchen right away.  Grab a fork and get ready to dig in!

Collage of 12 pie pictures.

It's that time of year again. The time when everyone is making their Thanksgiving day menu.  Or do you already have your list finished up?  Maybe I'm the only one who has waited until the last minute to put together my menu.  Actually, we haven't been at our own home for Thanksgiving in forever, so I never make a full list.  Usually, I just bring dessert and a side dish to wherever we are eating.

This year, we will be spending the day with some of my husband's family.  He has some aunts and uncles who usually spend a few months out of the year here in sunny Florida, so we will be joining them for a turkey feast.  I am still trying to decide which dessert to bring and share.  My brain tends to overthink these kinds of things.  I know I want to make pie, but which one?

As I was looking through all my pie recipes, I decided to put together a list of pies that I thought were worthy of sharing at dinner.  Here are a few of my favorites that I have made over the years, along with a few delicious pies I found online. I hope you find one or more that you just have to make for your family dinners this year. It's not too late to add another pie to your must-make list! 

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28 Delicious Recipes Using Pie Filling

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28 Delicious Recipes Using Pie Filling: Up your baking game this fall by making a few of these tasty desserts for your parties or dinners.

28 Delicious Recipes Using Pie Filling - get ready to bake up a storm this fall using these easy pie filling recipes! Easy desserts for any dinner or party!

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This time of year is when my baking addiction kicks into hyper drive. I want to bake all the things every day.  True story.  My kitchen tends to look like a bakery in the fall months.  Thank goodness for church groups and meetings that need lots of desserts.

I bake quite a bit during the other months too, but there is just something about fall that makes me want to bake, bake, bake!!!

Today, I thought we would take a look back at some of the recipes that I have made over the years using pie filling, plus a few from some of my blog friends.

Hopefully, all these recipes will get you in the mood to bake up a storm using these 28 delicious recipes using pie filling, too. Happy baking!

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Pumpkin Pie Cinnamon Roll Cups

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A sweet cinnamon roll crust makes these little Pumpkin Pie Cinnamon Roll Cups the perfect way to enjoy pie for breakfast this fall.

Pumpkin Pie Cinnamon Roll Cups - a sweet cinnamon roll crust makes these little pumpkin pies an acceptable recipe for fall breakfast.

I am officially head over heels in love with all things fall right now.  I don't care that the temperature here in Florida is still a toasty 90 degrees outside with no fall weather in sight for a few months.

This past weekend we escaped the storm and headed north to visit family in Indiana.  The little bit of chilly weather we got to experience there put me into full blown fall mode. So, now all I want to do is pull out all my fall stuff and decorate the house while a loaf of this pumpkin chocolate chip bread is baking.

It's ok if I do that while the kids are outside picking up all the branches and leaves that are in the yard, right? 

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Mini Lemon Cheesecake Pies

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Bring these fun bite-sized  Mini Lemon Cheesecake Pies to your dinner parties this spring. Lemon pie filling and cheesecake is such a great combo. You should try it.

*I am partnering with Lucky Leaf this year as a blog ambassador bringing you delicious recipes using pie filling.

Mini lemon cheesecake pies topped with cherries on a white doily.

This past weekend I realized that I am the only one in our household that likes thing neat and organized all of the time.

If you take a walk through our bedroom, there are piles of clothes on my husband's side of the bed.  Then if you go into our bathroom and open both doors to our closets, you will find one neat and orderly and one covered in clothes and shoes.  Any guesses who owns the neat closet?

Our three children are following in their father's footsteps too. All three bedrooms have piles of clothes, water bottles, and makeup.  Ok, ok so the piles of make up are only in our daughter's room.  The boys have piles of video games and dirty plates. 

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White Chocolate Oatmeal Creme Pie Fudge

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This White Chocolate Oatmeal Creme Pie Fudge is an easy treat that is loaded with soft cookies and marshmallow.  It is a great no bake treat that will disappear in minutes.

White Chocolate Oatmeal Creme Pie Fudge - this easy 4 ingredient fudge is loaded with soft oatmeal cookies. Awesome no bake dessert recipe!

I can't believe it has been so long since I shared a fudge recipe with you.  The last one I made was in December.  5 months ago people!!!

That's a long time to go fudge-less.  We are about to change that!

Last year (or was it the year before?) I was on a mission to create fudge every month of the year. This banana cream fudge is a fun one that can be adapted to any party theme.  And did you know you can make fudge with potatoes like in this mashed potato fudge?

Fudge should not be limited to the holiday cookie trays.  Am I right?   [Read more...]

No Bake Mini S'mores Pie

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This easy Mini S'mores Pie is loaded with chocolate, marshmallow, and Oreo cookies.  They are the perfect no bake treat when you need a sweet fix in a hurry.

Mini s'mores pies on parchment paper with one cut in half with a fork showing the chocolate filling inside

S'mores Pie

Woo hoo!  It's national pie day!  Time to get a pie and do a face plant, right?  Oh, wait...I've got the wrong day.  It's actually PI day...without the E!  The day that all math freaks go nuts over!

But since I don't get all excited over numbers and accounting, and because my brain thinks crust and fillings when I here the word "PI", I'm going to go with celebrating with a dessert pie today!

Anyway, I realized that I haven't made a s'mores treat in a while, so I grabbed some Golden Oreos, chocolate chips, and marshmallows and my favorite mini tart pan. Ever since I made this cookies and cream fudge tart, I have been wanting to make another tiny version similar to the size of these strawberry tartlets.

A mini S'mores Pie is the easiest treat to make when you are craving something sweet.

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Best Fudge Bottom Banana Cream Pie

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Layers of fudge, fresh bananas, and banana pudding make this Fudge Bottom Banana Cream Pie the best dessert to end any meal with.

Fudge Bottom Banana Cream Pie - layers of fudge, banana, and banana cheesecake pudding makes this pie taste so good. Make this easy recipe for dessert. #bananacream #banana #pie #recipe #blackbottompie

The past few weeks we have been adjusting to a new area, schools, and house.  Going from a small private school to a much larger public school was hard at first for our kids, but they have been troopers and learned the building, schedules, and school id's in no time at all.

Kids really are resilient and can adjust to new things so much quicker than adults.

So far in the house we have painted kitchen cabinets and the ceiling and walls in the living, kitchen, and dining area.  And by we painted, I really mean my hubby painted  while I drank my Dark Chocolate Latte and pointed out spots that he missed.  That's the part of painting that I'm good at.

Just for the record, I did use the small roller and paint the wall color in the small spots.   I was a little nervous about the yellow color we picked out, but now that it is all done with white trim and a few other places white, I really like it.  

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Oreo Stuffed Rice Krispie Treats Recipe

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These Oreo Stuffed Rice Krispie Treats will have everyone grabbing for the last treat in the pan. The layer of cookies, sprinkles, and white chocolate are a delicious combo.

Oreos and sprinkles get stuffed into these fun rice krispie treats.

This summer our oldest turned 16 and decided he wanted to get his permit. Let me tell you, 16 years of waiting does not prepare you for that moment when your baby gets behind the wheel.

He has done really well with driving.  I always wondered how I would be with our kids and driving.  So far, so good.  I haven't freaked out...too much anyway.

Last week we decided to drive a few hours away to IKEA.  My hubby decided the 2 ½ hour drive on the freeway would be a good experience for our son. Let's just say it was a stressful ride for at least 3 of us in the car.

The younger two were oblivious to the fact that their brother was driving with semi's and crazy drivers.  He did a good job, but we were so glad to finally get there alive.

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Nutter Butter Reese's Pieces Cookies

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Adding extra cookie chunks and candies make these Nutter Butter Reese's Pieces Cookies a fun treat to find in the cookie jar.

Nutter Butters and Reese's Pieces add a fun texture to these easy peanut butter cookies.

I don't know about your summer, but here in the midwest we are experiencing quite the chilly summer.  Usually our summer's are spent chilling out at the pool trying to not sweat to death.  Instead of sweating we are pulling out jeans and sweatshirts because it has only been 70 degrees.

Not that I mind too terribly because fall is my favorite season of the year.  It just makes it hard for the kids who are trying to enjoy summer and want to go to the pool every day.  The frugal side of me doesn't like to pay for swimming when it is so chilly.  I mean they aren't going to enjoy it that much or stay in that long, so why pay for it.  So "what are you doing?" and "can you play with me?" have become the questions we hear all day every day.   [Read more...]

Chocolate Raspberry Truffle Cookie Pie

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A cookie crust and a chocolate raspberry filling creates an amazing and easy pie.  Make this Chocolate Raspberry Truffle Cookie Pie for someone special this month.

This easy chocolate raspberry cheesecake filling is inside a chocolate chip cookie crust! It is seriously amazing!

Raspberries and blackberries used to be my least favorite fruits.  I think it was because the seeds always got stuck in my teeth.  I have issues with things getting stuck there.

Anyone else remember the hilarious story of me and coconut when I shared these Mocha Cookie Crumble Cupcakes?  Yeah, I'd like to forget it too!

It's that same reason that used to keep me from eating these fruits.  But recently I have been all about the raspberry and chocolate combo.  I may even like that more than strawberry and chocolate...but I haven't totally decided yet. These chocolate raspberry thumbprint cookies pushed me over the edge! [Read more...]