Growing up, my mom was the "cookie mom". You know, the one that always had a plate of fresh cookies on the counter, ready for all the neighborhood kids to come over and enjoy! Yes, that was her! All my friends LOVED coming over to have cookies and milk, and it was always fun because she was MY ...
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Best Banana Muffins
If you have followed this blog for a while, you probably know how much I LOVE having extra bananas in my freezer. Each week when I buy a bundle or two, and one gets too ripe, I get excited to pop it in the freezer. Why you ask? Well, because, when I have a quiet morning or afternoon, and am in the ...
Double Chocolate Zucchini Bread
Last week, my kiddos had a day off a school and were busy painting in the kitchen. While they were busy, I decided to do some baking and whip up a tasty, yet somewhat healthysnack for them to enjoy. Since I had a few extra zucchini in my refrigerator due to a sale at my grocery store, I made some ...
Blueberry Blender Muffins
Typically, on the weekends, my hubby whips up an awesome breakfast for the kids and I to enjoy. However, last weekend, I decided that since I was up early, I would surprise them and have breakfast ready to go when they woke up! Since I didn't have a ton of time before them waking up, I decided to ...
The PERFECT Chocolate Chip Cookie
This chocolate chip cookie definitely goes down as a MUST TRY! After numerous attempts at making chocolate chip cookies over the years and being let down, this cookie is my new favorite!! Honestly, I am really not a huge cookie fan to begin with. Weird, right? I am obsessed with chocolate, but ...
Coffee Cake Donuts
These Coffee Cake Donuts combine two favorites into one Heavenly treat that is sure to make any mouth water! Enjoy for breakfast or as a snack! Oh boy! Even just thinking about these donuts makes me want one right now!! A few years back, the hubby and I were walking through the store when we ...
Mini Zucchini Muffins
Last week while my two older kids were at school, I was in the mood to bake. Since I had some extra time (crazy, right??), I decided to make these muffins so everyone could enjoy them as a snack after school, and I wouldn't feel AS guilty serving them since they have zucchini in them. My littlest ...
National Banana Bread Day
With today being National Banana Bread Day, I decided to round up all of my banana bread recipes and share them with you! Since I almost always have bananas in my freezer (since once they turn even slightly brown, my kids refuse to eat them), banana bread is a favorite in my house!! From good ol' ...
Rolo Pretzel Treats
Each Christmas, my kids and I make a few batches of chocolate pretzel treats. I typically put them in pretty bags and give them to friends and family. This year however, I decided to change it up and use Rolos in place of Hershey kisses. The Rolo's added a nice chocolate caramel center, instead of ...