Category: Dessert

One of my favorite Thanksgiving side dishes is mashed sweet potatoes. Whipped into oblivion, lightly sweetened with maple syrup and brown sugar, and heavily spiced with cinnamon & nutmeg, a simple sweet potato mash is more appealing to me than a mini-marshmallow-topped sweet potato casserole as an accompaniment to succulent roast turkey and all the…

Pie is undoubtedly the classic American Thanksgiving dessert, but this post is about what goes on top of the pie. When it comes to pie a la mode, there’s no argument that the traditional accompaniment is vanilla ice cream. Not chocolate or strawberry or butter pecan or coffee… or any other novelty ice cream flavor. The question…

If you’ve had your fill of sweet potatoes from Thanksgiving, then you’re in the wrong place, my friend. You see, I’m not even close to reaching my sweet potato threshold. I’m not even sure that I have one. Case in point: This collection of recipes was posted over the course of one month… and it…

I can hardly contain my excitement about this creation! Each bite of these Pumpkin Pie White Chocolate Cups begins by breaking into a rich and creamy white chocolate shell followed by sinking your teeth into a sweet pumpkin pie-spiced filling. If ever there was a candy worth making at home, this would be the one. Not one…

I think the distinguishing feature of pudding that differentiates the fans from the critics is the texture. You either like the thick, smooth, and creamy viscosity or you don’t. I fall heavily into the former category of people: I love the consistency of pudding. I also enjoy flan, custard, creme brulee, and similar desserts, but that’s another…

I told you this might happen. I had an inkling that bread pudding would be the best way to transform the leftover half batch of Baked Mini Apple Cider Doughnuts. I was right. I am now convinced that slightly stale baked doughnuts are the ideal ingredient for a light and souffle-like bread pudding. A low-fat and…

As a parent of young kids, I inevitably eat way more ice cream in the summer than I otherwise would. If I don’t order one for myself, I end up eating at least a few bites from the monstrous “single” scoop cones that – these days – are roughly the size of my kiddos’ heads….

I am well aware that the pumpkin spice phenomenon has gotten completely out of control, (I mean, what?!), but I still love the flavor of those warm spices combined together. These energy bites are an easy and quick way to get your pumpkin spice fix without having to turn on the oven or stove. They have…

Are you looking for a fun and colorful way to encourage your kids to eat more fruit? Look no further than the delightful Rainbow Fruit Skewers with Banilla Dipping Sauce from The Kid’s Daily Plate. This creative and healthy snack will not only satisfy your child’s taste buds but also provide them with a variety…

Samoas cookies, also known as Caramel deLites, are a beloved treat that many associate with Girl Scout cookie season. These delightful cookies feature a combination of chewy caramel, sweet coconut, and rich chocolate, all nestled atop a buttery shortbread base. Making homemade Samoas allows you to enjoy these delicious cookies year-round and customize them to…