So Simple a 6 year Old Could Make These!

Who says you have to make everything from scratch? I am all for making sure I have great food for my family made with fresh ingredients, but I totally remember those days when just getting everyone up and in the car at the same time was a huge feat! Being able to bake a little something yummy to take to early morning soccer games or for a fun alternative to basic toast? Yeah..that is not always an option.

I love being able to have things on hand that I can make up quickly. Better yet, I love having things on hand that my kids could help me with.

Spending time together in the kitchen created some of the most memorable times for us when our kids were growing up. I guess you could say we were very food and family focused!  Being able to have a few things up my sleeve helped me save time as well as money because we weren’t swinging through someplace to grab a snack. And I really love that this recipe is a pretty low mess option! Plus, kids LOVE to eat what they help to create!

So apron up and let’s back something fabulous with those we love.

This is what Tbsp.com has to say about this recipe inspired by Buns In My Oven.

These gooey, sweet little muffins are the perfect cure to a dreary morning. They’re full of a cinnamon and caramel and topped with a simple sweet icing.

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Quick Tip: you can also make this in a Bundt cake pan.

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Ohh Baby, You Are On a Roll. This Pumpkin Dessert Is Addictive

Ohh my goodness! Fall is here and the thought of sipping on hot apple cider with a dash of fresh nutmeg, watching football, and enjoying the cooler weather makes me want to jump into a pile of freshly raked leaves! But the really awesome thing worth FALLing for is this amazing recipe. I have to admit, I had never tried making a roll before.

Sure, I would oh and awe over magazines with pictures of pumpkin rolls, but the thought of actually making one seemed like so much work and something that might only be successful in a “test kitchen”.

I actually read the directions three times just to make sure I understood what I needed to do. The “Roll up in a powdered sugar tea towel kind of stumped me at first. When I rolled up the cake with the filling and it came out perfect I realized the wisdom in letting it cool like that.

Later when I watched a baking show I noticed that several of the contestants just rolled up the cake with the filling after it cooled. Unfortunately, the cake cracked. This method helps you achieve bakery perfection with your very first attempt.

This is what Marci says about this dessert recipe.

-This year I took the challenge. My only thought after finishing up the project was “What took me so long to try it!”

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Quick Tip: You can buy canned pumpkin puree or get a little crazy and make your own from fresh baking pumpkins.

Recipe and image courtesy of Marci at MarciSeither.com

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When Opened My Aunt’s Cookbook, This Was The First Recipe I Turned To

I am a huge coconut fan. Since my dad never really cared for coconut and one of my sons ins’t a big fan of it either I tend to shy away from making anything with coconut in it.

But you know what?  Sometimes you just have to give in to your cravings and treat yourself. I have a group of friends that meet every year.

We lovingly refer to ourselves as the Sycamore Sisters since we all met at a writers retreat and room together in the Sycamore cabin. During the day we are busy taking classes or meeting with editors but at night, we get into our PJ’s and have a regular gab fest that involves a lot of snacks, talking, and so much laughing I am pretty sure we have developed quite a reputation for late night raucous.

We have also had several years of getting to know each other, our families. We have helped each other grow as writers, and been there for each other in the disappointing times as well. This year I am going to bring something special to snack on. I am making up a batch of these yummy bars to share with those who have made my life sweeter.

This is what Anna has to say about her recipe.

“These bars were disappearing fast right before my eyes. My Hubby, who is not a coconut fan at all, declared these to be absolutely amazing. He loves cheesecake as much as I do, but he actually really loved these! That says a lot!”

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Quick Tip: To add just a bit of color, drizzle a little dark chocolate on top.

Recipe and image courtesy of Anna at Crunchy Creamy Sweet

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Banana Cream Cheese Bread for Breakfast!

I love making small loaves of quick bread. Especially when I have some ripe bananas that need to be used. I have baked a dozens upon dozens of loaves of banana bread from a recipe I got from my sister in law, Barb. Trust me, anything that Barb makes is amazingly awesome. There have been times when I have made 4 loaves at a time because you have to bake these breads for up to an hour and I hate heating up the house for something that is going to be eaten before it is even fully cooled off.

The other day I had a coupon for Michael’s and decided to go ahead and get the mini loaf pan I have had my eyes on. Every time I walk by the baking isle I just can’t get over how adorable the little loaves and so finally I caved and bought it. I was going to bake my usual banana bread recipe but then I saw this! Banana bread with a baked in cream cheese layer? Wowza! My sister in law if going to be shocked when she slices into a loaf of this! And think of how beautiful it will look on a plate of baked goods at your next coffee time with friends.

This is what Averie of Averie Cooks has to say about her yummy recipe.

“The bread is soft, moist and the cream cheese layer is like having a layer of cheesecake baked into banana bread. No complaints here.”

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Quick tip: Bread will keep airtight at room temperature for up to 1 week, or in the freezer for up to 6 months.

Recipe and images courtesy of Averie of Averie Cooks.

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This Is the Recipe Bakers Don’t Want You to See

This last summer I went to Colorado for my grandson’s first birthday. On a summery Saturday morning my beautiful daughter-in law and I walked to the local Farmer’s Market. We picked up a lug of peaches to turn into jam, along with a few other items. One of the things we could not resist was the little mini-donut stand. I mean they were making them hot right there and had a few toppings to choose from. It was a no-brainer. We picked the bacon maple donuts that had actual crisp bacon bits and maple glaze drizzled over them. We also got a dozen cinnamon sugar sprinkled donuts. Ohh my gosh! It had been so long since I had tried a donut that I seriously forgot how addicting they are!

But the time the three of us walked home we had eaten several of them. I do want to make it clear that they wee about the size of a donut hole but still, they were amazing. I think the biggest reason I don’t do a lot of donuts is that they are fried. Which can be a problem if you are trying to count calories.

This muffin recipe is combining the fluffiness of a donut with the batter of a muffin and the results will have everyone at work wondering where you bought these from.

This is what Nichole has to say about her recipe.

“Basically, I’ll come up with any excuse, these are that good. But, don’t be fooled by the simplicity – they have this amazingly light flavor of vanilla and spices.”

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Quick Tip: go ahead and make a maple glaze and sprinkle with bacon bits before glaze dries. All I am sayin’ is those were good treats!

Recipe and image courtesy of Nichole at the Salty Marshmallow.

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The Secret Is Out On The Best Lemon Bars Ever And It Might Not Be What You Think

I can’t even begin to tell you how happy these bars make me!

I have even started making these in small spring form pans so I can actually cut this into a wedge and serve on a dainty plate with a fork.

Being able to use fresh lemons is the best way to make these.

We have a few neighbors with lemon trees and let me tell you the lemons taste amazing when you can pick them off the tree after the sugar has set in them.

The boy down the street is selling the lemons from his family tree to save up for a mountain bike. When I was on my walk one day I saw his card table set up with lemons and oranges. He was such a salesman that by the time I left I had way more lemons than I planned on purchasing. I used everyone and by the next week I had baked so many yummy lemon treats I had to go back to more. I get fresh lemons and he is learning to run a little business. I guess it is true.

When life gives you lemons make..Lemon Bars.

Ok, I guess that isn’t exactly how the saying goes but I think it still works.

This is what Paula Deen says about her recipe.

“It seems that every time there is a get together there is a platter of lemon bars. This recipe has been around forever.”

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Quick Tip: Instead of using lemons, try making this recipe using limes.

Recipe and image courtesy of Only From Scratch.

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No Bake. No Fuss. No Problem!

One of my favorite things to do as a mom is to cook with my kids. I started letting them help me in the kitchen from the time they could hold a wooden spoon. Finding recipes that are yummy to serve as well as easy enough to have your kids help out isn’t always easy but this one totally works.

Not only are you talking about measurements and teaching your kids to follow directions, you allow them to help serve someone else.

Being able to make something that others appreciate gives kids a real sense of accomplishment. The recipe we usually made involved layering a few ingredients in a pan and baking. This recipe is very similar. Only instead of baking, you just pop this pan in the fridge to set up!

In fact, don’t be surprised if your kids volunteer to bring dessert more often!

The fudge sauce is also great on ice cream so you might want to make an extra batch just to have on hand!

The simple taste of graham crackers, vanilla pudding and chocolate are a sure winner for any occasion or potluck gathering.

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Quick Tip: The ingredients for this recipe is something you can keep on hand. Cool Whip can be frozen and thawed out in the fridge the day before you need to use it OR try this with real whipped cream.

Photo and recipe courtesy of Rachael at EazyPeazyMealz

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If this is what a salad looks like all I can say is Bring it on!

Enticing my kids to eat their vegetables is like trying to turn cleaning their room into a game. It only works if you are Mary Poppins!

Packed with vegetables, crisp apples, craisins, and walnuts this is as satisfying to the taste buds as it is pleasing to the eye.

Face it, I haven’t heard very many people say the eat too many vegetables, but with a recipe like this, getting your tribe to eat their greens won’t be too difficult. In fact, they might even ask for a second helping!

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Quick Tip: Mix up salad, put in a large Zip-Loc bag, and keep in refrigerator until you are ready to use. Then just pour in dressing, shake and put into a bowl for serving.

 Recipe and photo courtesy of Jaclyn of Cooking Classy.

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An Added Bonus Is That This Dessert Is Gluten Free

Once of my mom’s best friends from high school married a man from Australia and moved to the land of Koala Bears and Kookaburra birds.

I remember it was a big deal every time her family traveled to the states because it was usually several years between visits. I think it was when they were having a get together that we had pavlova for the first time. After that, every time my mom made the melt in your mouth dessert I would think of Wendy and her family.

Serving Pavlova in Australia is what serving pie is in the United States.

It was when they were having a get together with Wendy’s Austrailian family that we had pavlova for the first time. After that, every time my mom made the melt in your mouth dessert I would think of my mom’s friend and the joy they stories they would laugh about when they were together.

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Quick Tip: Use whatever fruit is in season such as strawberries, kiwis, blueberries, peaches, raspberries.

Photo and Recipe courtesy of Marci Seither

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I am a such a pushover for anything with lemon in it

When our neighbor’s lemon tree start to show bright yellow dots against the green leafy branches I get ready to apron up and try a few new recipes. They have several citrus trees that are full of fruit, but they can’t use all of it and are happy to have me come and pick the tree ripened fruit anytime I want.

When I saw a recipe for Lemon Magic Cake, let me just be honest, my mouth began to water!

What really captured my attention was that this recipe has only once batter that bakes into three separate layers! Super cute, so easy, and you don’t need to spill the beans on how easy this recipe is.

Simply magical.

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Quick Tip: Shave a few strands of lemon peel to add to top of cake.Thanks Joanna for sharing this amazing recipe and photo, we can’t wait to try this.

Recipe and photo courtesy of Joanna

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