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Weight Watchers Mini Chocolate Chip Cheesecakes

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I am always looking for more dessert ideas that keep me on track with Weight Watchers. It can be hard to find Weight Watchers recipes for sweets that actually taste good and take care of my sweets craving.  This recipe for Weight Watchers Mini Chocolate Chip Cheesecakes is awesome and is good enough to take to a party! Weight Watchers Mini Chocolate Chip Cheesecakes I love having some Weight Watchers Recipes in my binder that are great for entertaining.  When I make these no one even realizes they are a healthy version of cheesecake.  They get gobbled up in no time. How to Make Weight Watchers Mini Chocolate Chip Cheesecakes First place cream cheese, Truvia, and vanilla extract in a mixing bowl and mix until blended. Fold in the lite whipped topping. Place filling into a piping bag and fill mini phyllo shells. If you don't want to hassle the piping bag you can just spoon the filling into the shells. Top with mini chocolate chips. Serve … [Read more...]

Mini Popsicle Cupcakes

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What says summer like popsicles?  Well if your kids are like mine...they love popsicles in any form and that is why these Mini Popsicle Cupcakes are such a hit!  Did I mention these are ADORABLE and really quick to make?  :) Mini Popsicle Cupcakes As a busy mom, don't you love it when you can make something super cute and it looks like you put a ton of effort in...but you know that you didn't, LOL!  It is fun to be able to present a platter of fun cupcakes without spending all day decorating them! Summer themed parties, cookouts and even mother-daughter pedicures are the perfect setting for popsicle cupcakes! It would be fun to have a "summer" themed day where we make seashell crafts, mermaid slime and eat popsicle cupcakes afterwards!  I know we could find plenty of friends to join us for that kind of fun! How to Make Mini Popsicle Cupcakes To make the little popsicles, first cut off about a third of a toothpick at one end. Repeat until … [Read more...]

Weight Watchers Triple Berry Fruit Dip

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Fruit is good for me...but berries are even better! It is amazing all the wonderful health properties that berries contain! They are also a great way to curb a sweet craving on Weight Watchers!  I love this Weight Watchers Triple Berry Fruit Dip and so do my kids, LOL.  I almost have to hide it from them! Weight Watchers Triple Berry Fruit Dip Did I mention that this recipe is perfect for spring and summer picnics? I LOVE colorful dishes!  This dip is yummy enough to take to any gathering too. Did I mention that this recipe only takes minutes to put together??  My favorite recipes are simple and quick. I do want to mention that it is important (points wise) to use the fat-free cool whip and not the sugar-free.  There is a big difference in points for the whole container and fat-free is FEWER points than sugar-free! How to Make Weight Watchers Triple Berry Fruit Dip Wash the fruit. Cut up the strawberries. In a medium-size bowl, mix the fruit … [Read more...]

Patriotic Cupcake Cones

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Having fun foods for kids to eat during holiday celebrations is important to me. I love to see their faces when I bring out a platter of something colorful and unique!  These Patriotic Cupcake Cones will be a huge hit for Memorial Day or 4th of July. What is not to love, right?   Patriotic Cupcake Cones I love how these really look like an ice cream cone, but when you bite in...you get white chocolate and cake!!  During the hot summer months ice cream melts fast and is hard to manage when you are entertaining.  These will be a lot less messy! How to Make Patriotic Cupcake Cones First preheat the oven according to the cake box instructions.   Next you will take a large mixing bowl and prepare the cake batter according to the instructions on the box.     Fill each ice cream cone 3/4 of the way full and place them upright in a muffin tin.      Bake according to the box instructions.     After the cupcake … [Read more...]

Lemon Cheesecake Treats

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This post was sponsored by Nabisco as part of an Influencer Activation for Influence Central and all opinions expressed in my post are my own. There is something about the scent of lemon and sunshine that I just love. The brightness and cheeriness of lemons just make me SMILE!  I tend to make more lemon dishes in the spring and summer too.  Getting ready for Memorial Day weekend has me excited to share my latest lemony creation with you!!  These Lemon Cheesecake Treats will not last because they are the epitome of YUM!  Lemon Cheesecake Treats When I saw the box of Lemon NILLA Wafers at the store I was giddy with excitement.  Yes...my husband was a little embarrassed about my enthusiasm out in public...but hey...lemon gets me excited!  :lol:  No bake recipes are some of my favorite, especially during the hot summer months. NILLA Wafers are a great in so many no bake recipes. The Lemon Cheesecake Treats are perfect for summer … [Read more...]

DIY Patriotic Suckers

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Want a fun project to do with your kids before Memorial Day or 4th of July?  How about making some DIY Patriotic Suckers!  These are SO cute...taste great and would make great gifts for your guests. DIY Patriotic Suckers Don't be intimidated by the thought of making homemade suckers. It really isn't hard and it is nice to know exactly what is in the candy you are eating (or sucking on, LOL). I love that these DIY Patriotic Suckers only have 5 ingredients too.  I had everything in my pantry except the cherry flavor. :) How to Make DIY Patriotic Suckers 1. Spray a small amount of non stick cooking spray on a piece of paper towel and rub the cooking spray in the sucker molds. 2. Add about a 1/2 teaspoon of red, white and blue sprinkles to each mold with a lollipop stick.     3. In a heavy bottomed pot, combine your sugar, light corn syrup and water and mix well. 4. Bring your ingredients to a boil on medium heat stirring constantly with a wooden … [Read more...]

Golf Cereal Treats for Dad

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Do you have a golf loving man in your life? If that man is a dad then I have the cutest golf cereal treats for you to make! These golf cereal treats for dad will be perfect for Father's Day celebrations of just because he is awesome! Golf Cereal Treats for Dad I know that my boss loves golf and these treats would also make a great boss's day gift! If you have a child who loves golf...how about a golf themed birthday party?  I love that these golf cereal treats start with ready-made rice cereal treats!  :) My kids enjoy helping with fun food ideas like this. These would go great with a special handprint craft for dad! How to Make Golf Cereal Treats In a stand mixer, combine butter, confectioners’ sugar, green food coloring and milk. Mix on high until your buttercream forms stiff peaks. You may have to add sugar to stiffen it up. In order to loosen it and make it creamier, add more milk ½ tbsp. at a time. With the Wilton Decorating Tip #233, frost each … [Read more...]

Weight Watchers Red, White and Blue Cheesecake Salad

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There is nothing worse than going to a holiday gathering and realizing that EVERYTHING on the table is high in points. The best solution is to take some dishes you know are delicious Weight Watchers recipes that everyone will love and that will help you stay on track during the party. This Weight Watchers red, white and blue cheesecake salad is the PERFECT dish for patriotic holidays like Memorial Day and 4th of July.  Weight Watchers Red, White and Blue Cheesecake Salad Fruit is such a great addition to spring and summer BBQ's. I am a BIG fan of making red, white and blue foods to go along with holidays! I used to make Patriotic Dipped Ice Cream Sandwiches...but now I will make this healthier dessert!  This Weight Watchers Red, White and Blue Cheesecake Salad is a cool, refreshing treat on a hot day....I will be sitting around fanning myself with an adorable DIY patriotic fans...and eating some guilt-free dessert, LOL!   How to Make Weight Watchers Red, … [Read more...]

Patriotic Edible Sugar Cookie Dough

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Don't you just love FUN food? Finding the perfect red, white and blue treat makes me smile! It is even better when that treat is really easy to make, LOL.  This Patriotic Edible Sugar Cookie Dough is quick, easy and delicious. This is a sweet treat that your kids will gobble up too. Patriotic Edible Sugar Cookie Dough Now I will be the first to admit that this isn't a Weight Watchers friendly recipe, LOL.  But I am a firm believer that you can enjoy everything in moderation! :) I am always thinking about what cute photos I can take during holiday celebrations....what would be cuter than capturing one of my kiddos eating this Patriotic Edible Sugar Cookie Dough while they fan themselves with the patriotic fans I made?  :lol:  Plus this makes a great treat after the kids get done with their fun patriotic activities and games!  How to Make Patriotic Edible Sugar Cookie Dough Using a standing mixer, cream together the sugar and butter until fluffy … [Read more...]

No Churn Lemon Ice Cream for Spring

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Have you tried making ice cream at home? I grew up in a family that loved homemade ice cream. It was only made on special occasions, but it was always a treat. Making no churn lemon ice cream is so easy to do that you don't have to wait for a holiday...you can make it anytime!  No Churn Lemon Ice Cream for Spring There is a lot of cost involved in making homemade ice cream using an ice cream freezer. It is hard to justify spending so much money on one freezer full of ice cream, LOL. Luckily with no churn ice cream it only calls for a few ingredients and you end up with some delicious ice cream.  Kids love to get involved too. There is just something about saying...hey I made ice cream...that gets kids excited!  :lol:  Did I mention how much I love the flavor of lemon? It is especially refreshing in the spring and summer. This would go great with my 2 ingredient lemon bars! How to Make No Churn Lemon Ice Cream Place 2 cups of heavy whipping … [Read more...]

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