These mint brownies are an easy, festive treat—perfect for St. Patrick’s Day or any time you want a fun, minty dessert. Kids especially love the bright green icing, and you can use your favorite boxed brownie mix or a reliable homemade brownie recipe. I ended up with a thicker-than-usual layer of icing because my batter … Read more
Mini Mummy Pizzas are a fun and easy dish kids can help make for Halloween!
Each year I enjoy joining friends to share cute Halloween ideas that families can make together. These Mini Mummy Pizzas are simple, kid-friendly, and perfect for a family activity. Toddlers through older kids can join in, making their own little creations while adults handle any oven work.
This is my final St. Patrick’s Day recipe for the season — and yes, it features lime, just like my Key Lime Cupcakes and Tangy Lime Bars. Lime adds a bright, tangy flavor that kids and adults love. My children had a blast watching the blender at work and calling it the “green drink.” It’s sweet, tangy, smooth, and ready in minutes. If you only make one St. Patrick’s Day treat this year, make this slush. It uses just a few ingredients and takes virtually no prep beyond a quick trip to the store.
Don’t skip this post because it’s about homemade jam — seriously, if you haven’t tried fresh plum jam, you’re missing out. Homemade plum jam is a simple, unforgettable treat. I grew up with a plum tree in our yard and my mom made jam every year. I loved it then and only recently remembered how … Read more
I am very excited to have my friend Courtney here to share a healthy dessert option with you all! I, for one, cannot live without some sugar, so I am super pumped about this recipe! Thanks Courtney! ~Amber Hello Dessert Now, Dinner Later readers! I’m Courtney from the blog Fry Sauce & Grits. Our blog … Read more
This Raspberry Pie can be made with frozen or fresh raspberries for a vibrant and delicious fruit pie! The holidays will be here before you know it. I’m joining a Thanksgiving blog hop to share holiday-worthy recipes, and today I’m sharing this vibrant Raspberry Pie. If you’d like a guide for a beautiful lattice crust … Read more
Key Lime Cupcakes are light, moist, tangy, and sweet, with lime zest and key lime juice in both the cake and the frosting. This citrusy cupcake is easy to make from scratch with basic ingredients—perfect for warm days or any time you want a bright, refreshing dessert. Citrus lovers will appreciate these tangy, refreshing cupcakes. … Read more
Lemon Zucchini Bread combines two favorites into one easy loaf. Fresh summer zucchini keeps the bread incredibly moist while bright lemon adds a tangy, sweet lift. My garden zucchini is producing like crazy, so I’ve been making lots of zucchini recipes. Growing up my mom made chocolate zucchini cake, but this time I wanted a … Read more
Caramel Apple Dump Cake is a simple, cozy dessert that resembles a cobbler. With apple pie filling, caramel sauce, boxed cake mix, and butter, this fall favorite comes together quickly and is best served warm with vanilla ice cream. Caramel Apple Dump Cake When cooler weather arrives, apple desserts are always a hit. This Caramel … Read more
I had been hunting for the recipe for a vegetable casserole I tasted at a gathering months ago. It was a perfect summer dish: thinly sliced squash, zucchini, tomatoes and potatoes layered in a baking dish and topped with Parmesan. I suspected there might be another flavoring, but I couldn’t be sure.
