Fruity Pebbles Macarons

These fun Fruity Pebbles Macarons transforms one of our favorite cereal flavors into delicious French macarons! Made with Fruity Pebbles cereal milk buttercream frosting for the filling and beautifully pink shells with ruffled feet, these tasty treats belong in our collection of the best macaron flavors ! What You’ll Need Kitchen Tools/Equipment How to Make Fruity Pebbles Macarons Recipe FAQ’s Tips for Success Storage Instructions Freezing Macarons More Macaron Recipes Fruity Pebbles Macarons Recipe Recipe When I was in law school, one of the things I did to give my brain a break from all the studying was learn to make macarons....

February 8, 2026 · 19 min · 4044 words · Mike Sullivan

Gingerbread Bars

Chewy gingerbread bars with a luscious cream cheese frosting are the ultimate gingerbread treat for the Christmas season! Packed with warming spices, molasses, and a classic gingerbread flavor, they’re the perfect holiday recipe for cozy, festive baking. Why We Love This Recipe What You’ll Need How to Make Gingerbread Bars Recipe FAQs Tips for Success What to Serve with Gingerbread Bars Substitutions and Variations More Dessert Bars for Every Occasion Gingerbread Bars Recipe I polled my audience over on social media this year to see what their favorite holiday flavor was and gingerbread took 2nd place after peppermint only by the narrowest of margins....

February 8, 2026 · 11 min · 2228 words · Alicia Johnson

Homemade Peppermint Patties

Dark chocolate shells surround a creamy, soft peppermint filling in this easy Homemade Peppermint Patties recipe that is sure to be a hit with family, friends, or coworkers! They are a simple and easy Christmas candy to make without needing a thermometer or major baking skills! I mean, my love for all things chocolate & mint is well established already. Case in point: Dark Chocolate Mint Chip Cookies , Chocolate Peppermint Blossoms , and Fudgy Frosted Chocolate Mint Brownies to name just a FEW of my favorites....

February 8, 2026 · 12 min · 2502 words · Jessie Schad

How To Make Oreo Balloon Bowls

Oreo Balloon Bowls are made with balloons and 2 simple ingredients: melted chocolate and Oreos! They’re an easy, creative way to serve your chilled desserts! WOW your dinner guests with this simple but effective dessert that is perfect for serving with ice cream, brownie sundaes, or making mousse cups! What You’ll Need How to Make This Recipe Recipe FAQ’s Tips for Success How to Make a Chocolate Bowl Substitutions and Variations More Delicious Chocolate Desserts Oreo Balloon Bowls Recipe ​We LOVE Oreos and all things cookies & cream over here, so when I wanted to make balloon chocolate bowls, it’s no surprise I thought Oreos needed to be a part of it too!...

February 8, 2026 · 10 min · 2052 words · Nellie Orzechowski

Lemon Raspberry Sweet Rolls

Bursting with sunshine and sweetness, these ooey, gooey Lemon Raspberry Sweet Rolls are so soft and fluffy and twisted up with fresh raspberries and lemon zest for a wonderful Spring treat. They are slathered with a lemon raspberry cream cheese icing that really puts them over the top in the best possible way! If you love cinnamon rolls and fresh, fruity desserts, you’re sure to fall head-over-heels for these lemon raspberry rolls....

February 8, 2026 · 16 min · 3282 words · Daniel Hardman

Make

These Make-Ahead Breakfast Sandwiches are perfect for batching and throwing in the freezer for busy school mornings. Breakfast sandwiches are even better when you make them at home and you can top the English muffins and baked eggs with your favorite cheese (pepper jack for me, cheddar for the kids), sausage, bacon, or ham! I’m always glad when I have these on hand! Looking for more easy, delicious breakfast ideas?...

February 8, 2026 · 10 min · 1946 words · Sheila Silva

Marrietta’s Oatmeal Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies

These Oatmeal Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies are super soft, loaded with milk chocolate mix-ins, and great texture from the chewy oatmeal. They aren’t your average peanut butter cookie or oatmeal cookie but a combination of the best of both worlds. My friend Marrietta is an incredible cook and baker. So I was not at all surprised when she showed up one day with cookies to share that they would be some of the best I’ve ever had....

February 8, 2026 · 8 min · 1637 words · Marie Keppler

New Jersey Italian Hot Dogs

New Jersey Italian Hot Dogs might give greasy diner vibes but only in the best possible way. There’s magic in the sauteed peppers, onions, and potatoes piled onto juicy hot dogs stuffed into homemade pizza bread rolls. If you have spent enough time in the Garden State, you know what I’m talking about. What are Italian Hot Dogs? What You’ll Need How to Make This Recipe Recipe FAQ’s What to Serve With Italian Hot Dogs Storage Instructions More Hot Dog Recipes New Jersey Italian Hot Dogs Recipe Recipe If you are in a dinner rut and want something to really change things up, these New Jersey Italian Hot Dogs are guaranteed to surprise and delight your family....

February 8, 2026 · 18 min · 3822 words · Maureen Bridges

Pineapple Coconut Muffins

This post was created as in partnership with Imperial Sugar . All thoughts and opinions are 100% my own. These Pineapple Coconut Muffins are a tropical breakfast treat with chunks of pineapple and sweet coconut in a light and fluffy muffin base. It’s like a pina colada in muffin form! If you love pineapple, be sure to also try our Pineapple Poke Cake , Pineapple Casserole , or Tropical Pineapple Sponge Cake next!...

February 8, 2026 · 7 min · 1321 words · Alexis Hayes

Small Batch Muddy Buddies

This recipe for small batch Muddy Buddies (or puppy chow!) is deliciously fun and insanely addicting, so it might be a good idea to make just enough for a few servings rather than a whole batch! This popular recipe uses Rice Chex cereal that is coated in creamy peanut butter, melted chocolate, and a layer of powdered sugar for a perfect crunchy treat. Why You’ll Love These Muddy Buddies What You’ll Need How to Make Small Batch Muddy Buddies Recipe FAQ’s Substitutions and Mix-Ins Storage Instructions More Fun Dessert Recipes Small Batch Muddy Buddies Recipe Recipe Over the years I have had a number of readers reach out asking how to make recipes in small batches and I am more than happy to oblige!...

February 8, 2026 · 7 min · 1422 words · Paul Meadows

Southern Collard Greens

Silky, smoky Southern Collard Greens are a classic side dish that taste amazing with a big chunk of cornbread! They are great delicious anytime, but are also a popular addition to your Thanksgiving menu! Looking for more classic Southern recipes to go with your collard greens? Be sure to try our Smothered Pork Chops , Hush Puppies , and serve Homemade Banana Pudding for dessert! Southern Collard Greens Southern Collard Greens are a traditional staple food in many homes, not just across the South, but in other parts of the country too....

February 8, 2026 · 9 min · 1747 words · Clare Prentice

Sweet Molasses Brown Bread

Delicious sliced warm and served with fresh butter, or used as sandwich bread the next day, this Sweet Molasses Brown Bread made with whole wheat, molasses and honey is one of our family favorites! There is nothing like homemade bread coming fresh and hot out of the oven. Be sure not to miss our other bread recipes like Roasted Garlic & Rosemary No Knead Artisan Bread , Homemade French Bread , and Easy Rosemary Focaccia Bread !...

February 8, 2026 · 7 min · 1477 words · Robert Dorsey

The Best Coconut Cream Pie Recipe

This old-fashioned Coconut Cream Pie recipe is the stuff dreams are made of. With a deliciously buttery and flaky pie crust, it’s filled with creamy homemade custard and topped with lots of fresh whipped cream and toasted coconut! It’s heaven for coconut lovers. Why we love this Recipe for Coconut Cream Pie Homemade Coconut Cream Pie ingredients How to Make Coconut Cream Pie Coconut Cream Pie Recipe Easy substitutions and variations Coconut Cream Pie Recipe Tips How to store Easy Coconut Cream Pie Best Coconut Cream Pie Recipe FAQs More Recipes for Coconut Lovers Homemade Coconut Cream Pie Recipe Recipe I have a lot of favorite pie recipes, so if I’m making a cream pie, it’s usually a tough decision to make between banana cream pie and this coconut cream pie....

February 8, 2026 · 13 min · 2595 words · Lonnie Hess

The Best Cranberry Orange Bread

Citrusy sweet and tart Cranberry Orange Bread is quick and easy to make with fresh or frozen cranberries and an easy orange glaze. It’s a delicious for breakfast, snacking, or gifting to friends or neighbors! One of my favorite restaurant/bakeries in Utah is called Kneaders and they make the most incredible cranberry orange quick bread every year during the holidays. Also, a turkey bacon avocado sandwich that is only the best ever....

February 8, 2026 · 9 min · 1857 words · Ashley Drake

Virgin Shirley Temple Recipe

When you want something a little more fancy than regular soda, but want to skip the booze, this alcohol-free Shirley Temple Drink recipe is just what you need! Made with only 3 ingredients and ready in 5 minutes or less, this mocktail is perfect anytime, especially kid’s parties, Valentine’s Day, Halloween & New Year’s Eve! We love making alcohol-free cocktails to both relax with or get the party started! For a refreshing, minty mocktail give our Non-Alcoholic Mint Julep a whirl, and these Virgin Piña Coladas and Italian Cream Sodas are so good throughout the summer!...

February 8, 2026 · 4 min · 706 words · Celia Tucker

Wisconsin Cauliflower Soup

This Copycat Zupas Wisconsin Cauliflower Soup recipe is everything! It’s super creamy, loaded with vegetables, and comes together in just 30 minutes! This quick and easy soup recipe is perfect for busy weeknight dinners when it’s chilly outside! If you have ever been in to a Cafe Zupas, there’s a good chance you’ve noticed the Wisconsin Cauliflower Soup on the menu. Zupas started in Provo, Utah in 2004, right when I was going to college at BYU....

February 8, 2026 · 8 min · 1672 words · Lawrence Rudder

Baked Alaska

Impress your friends with a homemade Baked Alaska piled high with toasted marshmallow meringue topping over your favorite ice cream flavors and moist cake. This iconic make-ahead dessert is a fun bucketlist bake for any home baker! What is Baked Alaska? What You’ll Need How to Make Baked Alaska Recipe FAQ’s Best Flavor Combos for Baked Alaska How to Store Baked Alaska More Dessert Recipes Baked Alaska Recipe What is Baked Alaska?...

February 7, 2026 · 13 min · 2744 words · Stephanie Miller

Baked Chocolate Donuts

These fluffy and soft Baked Chocolate Donuts are topped with a thick and rich chocolate glaze that sets up just like the kind at the donut shop. They are a chocoholics’ dream come true and perfect as a treat any time of the day! Why this Recipe Works Ingredient Notes How to Make this Recipe Recipe FAQ’s Recipe Tips More Chocolate Recipes Baked Chocolate Donuts Recipe Pour yourself a cup of cold milk and enjoy this chocolate version of the classic cake donut as a delicious breakfast treat....

February 7, 2026 · 11 min · 2213 words · Janine Balboa

Bakery Style Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins

These bakery-style Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins are tall and glazed for a fantastic quick breakfast or afternoon snack with bright lemon flavor and delicate crunch from the poppy seeds. They are an easy recipe to make and ready in less than 30 minutes! Why You’ll Love These Bakery Style Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins I love blueberry or chocolate muffins, but these lemon poppy seed muffins have a wonderfully unique flavor and texture that is such a lovely change....

February 7, 2026 · 11 min · 2210 words · Margaret Trotta

Best Homemade Swedish Meatballs

This recipe for easy, homemade Swedish Meatballs in a rich, creamy sauce is one of our favorite comfort foods! These really are the best Swedish meatballs in a simple gravy sauce that is made from scratch that I’ve ever had! The Best Swedish Meatball Recipe Best Swedish Meatballs Ingredients How to make Swedish Meatball Sauce for Homemade Swedish Meatballs How do you make Homemade Swedish Meatballs? Easy Swedish Meatball Recipe FAQs Easy Swedish Meatballs Tips Can you freeze Swedish Meatballs?...

February 7, 2026 · 14 min · 2844 words · Roy Foster