These classic lemon bars are at the same time sweet and tart and have the most delicious, tender crust with a lightly crisp top that sandwiches the custardy center. The Best Lemon Bar Recipe I started making this lemon bar recipe when I was about about 12 years old and have ... continue reading... about The Best Classic Lemon Bars
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German Chocolate Cake
This homemade German chocolate cake with its easy, sweet, and gooey coconut and pecan frosting is my all-time favorite. It's an easy recipe to make from scratch, and my whole family goes crazy for it. There's nothing more traditional in my long-legged life than the cake I ... continue reading... about German Chocolate Cake
The Best Chewy Caramel Corn Plus 5 More to Crunch On
Chewy bites of homemade caramel make this easy five ingredient caramel corn recipe a favorite snack or sweet treat for every age. I think you're going to find two camps on this one. First camp: Chewy. Second camp: Crunchy. Count me on Team Gwen Team #1. Chewy all the way. Just ... continue reading... about The Best Chewy Caramel Corn Plus 5 More to Crunch On
Apple Blondies with Cinnamon Almond Streusel
Things around here have floated back into a familiar groove. Smudge is back in school so sleeping in is saved for the weekends and random mommy daughter excursions during the day have come to a halt. The one thing that stays constant is my little girl's request for an after ... continue reading... about Apple Blondies with Cinnamon Almond Streusel
Spicy Chocolate Bark with Chipotle and Almonds
Sweet treats don’t have to be time consuming. They just have to be good. In my book there’s nothing quite as simple, and definitely not as good, as a decadent, rich chocolate. Hit it with a little Chipotle spice and a salty crunch and man oh man, I go weak in the knees. Sounds ... continue reading... about Spicy Chocolate Bark with Chipotle and Almonds
{ Sponsored Video } Peach Ice Cream with Brown Butter Pecans
This post is sponsored by Horizon Organic. Thanks for supporting companies I believe in and allows me to create more unique content for you and enjoy my Peach Ice Cream with Brown Butter Pecans. I don’t know that I’ve ever been called “thin-skinned.” I can pretty much take the ... continue reading... about { Sponsored Video } Peach Ice Cream with Brown Butter Pecans
S’mores in a Jar and Friday Faves
Looking down at my calendar, I’m stunned to see it’s already Friday. The week has flewwwn by, thanks to lots of catch up after a great trip to Monterey earlier in the week with a group of other bloggers to tour the fields of Dole Salads (I hope you didn't miss the Instgrammed ... continue reading... about S’mores in a Jar and Friday Faves
Dessert Nachos with Strawberry, Mango and Avocado Salsa
This is the thing I like about nachos. If you agree, you’re invited to the party. If you don’t, I’ll be the first to pass along an elementary-style lunch tray to ensure all of your primary food groups stay at arm’s length of one another. Nachos. They’re layers upon layers of ... continue reading... about Dessert Nachos with Strawberry, Mango and Avocado Salsa
Stout Chocolate Brownies Plus 20 More Great Stout Recipes
"Beer is proof that God loves us and wants us to be happy." ~ Benjamin Franklin As you'll find out when you ask me over for dinner sometime—which I'm hoping you certainly would consider because on a good night I can be a pretty darn entertaining dinner guest and just might ... continue reading... about Stout Chocolate Brownies Plus 20 More Great Stout Recipes
Cyber Monday Deal: NEW Holiday Cookie Cravings eCookbook for just $.99
** CYBER MONDAY PRICES NOW CLOSED, THANKS FOR PURCHASING THIS GREAT COOKIE PACKAGE AT OUR REGULAR PRICE I've been teasing about it for a few weeks, and the day is finally here. The release of Holiday Cookie Cravings. To kick off the holiday season, Maria of Two Peas and ... continue reading... about Cyber Monday Deal: NEW Holiday Cookie Cravings eCookbook for just $.99
Chocolate Chip Peanut Butter Cookies and Friday Faves
The turkey has been carved, the last bits of gravy have been slurped up with a soft white roll and the last few pieces of pie have been doled out to departing family as the last memories of yet another thankful Thanksgiving. Now let’s get to the good stuff: Christmas cookies! ... continue reading... about Chocolate Chip Peanut Butter Cookies and Friday Faves
Announcing > Cookie Cravings Cookbook and Nutella No-Bake Cookies
Yep, it’s been one of those weeks. As in: Awesome. It started off with a fantastic weekend when we surprised Smudge and her 7 y.o. bestie with a trip to Vegas for the Tour Concert Debut of her fave Nickelodeon band Big Time Rush. I think I liked the concert as much as she ... continue reading... about Announcing > Cookie Cravings Cookbook and Nutella No-Bake Cookies