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Reindeer Brownie Snacks

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December 7, 2018 by Jamie Leave a Comment

My children love brownies and I admit...so do I! Bite sized brownies are even more fun to eat. The fact that these are reindeer brownie snacks brings a huge smile to little faces. Kids can even help make these adorable little Christmas treats. Reindeer Brownie Snacks I love quick, easy and simple when it comes to the kitchen. These Reindeer Brownie Snacks fall into that category because they use a brownie mix! If you prefer to make your brownies homemade feel free to use your favorite brownie recipe. How to Make Reindeer Brownie Snacks First mix up the brownie mix according to the package directions. Grab a mini muffin pan and spray it with nonstick cooking spray really well. Then spoon brownie batter into each mini muffin cup. Bake the mini brownies according to the brownie package. Once the brownie bites are done cooking, allow them to cool before removing from the pan. Now it is time to make some reindeer antlers look like they are … [Read more...]

Weight Watchers Air Fryer Apple Chips with Cinnamon

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December 5, 2018 by Jamie 6 Comments

How about a 2 ingredient snack idea Weight Watchers recipe? Well...these Weight Watchers Air Fryer Apple Chips with cinnamon are only 2 ingredients and turn out crispy and delicious! Did I mention they smell really good too? Weight Watchers Air Fryer Apple Chips I know I have mentioned how much I like crunchy snacks. Using an air fryer is one way to get crispy snacks without added oil or grease. That is a win-win for people trying to lose weight. There are lots of air fryers on the market...and tons of pros/cons about using an air fryer. The biggest complaint I have heard is that they don't hold a lot of food so if you are feeding a crowd it could take forever. Another common complaint is that the machines are loud. Those of you who don't want to use an air fryer can always make these in the oven. Just prepare the apples, spread them onto a baking sheet and bake at 225° for an hour or so until they are dry and the edges start to curl up. How to Make Air … [Read more...]

Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Bread

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November 29, 2018 by Jamie Leave a Comment

This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #EasySqueezy #CollectiveBias Baking is in full swing at many homes already. There is something about quick breads that make me feel warm and cozy. Sweet breads are always nice to have on hand for the unexpected guest too. This Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Bread is as delicious as it is easy to make! Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Bread Making quick bread is the perfect way for my kids to help me do some baking. These loaves of Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Bread will make wonderful gifts for neighbors and friends....if they last that long! :lol: It is amazing how some pretty ribbon can make a loaf of homemade bread such a nice surprise for someone you care about. How to Make Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Bread I love that this bread has a limited amount of ingredients. As a busy mom the fewer ingredients I have to get out of the cabinet the … [Read more...]

Christmas Swirl Cookies

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November 20, 2018 by Jamie Leave a Comment

I love pretty decorated cookies, but I don't love to bake the actual cookie. So I have a shortcut for Christmas Swirl Cookies that will save you time and will look like you slaved away! These red and green swirl cookies are adorable and won't last either! Christmas Swirl Cookies Here is my shortcut for making these pretty Christmas Swirl Cookies. BUY the sugar cookies from the bakery! Making sugar cookies is not something I enjoy doing. I will admit that my cookies usually aren't the greatest and rolling them out, cutting them out...is too time-consuming for me. I go to the bakery and buy a dozen regular size round sugar cookies. BOOM---major part of this project is already done. Now I know that many of you are more talented in the kitchen and baking areas than I am and buying premade cookies may go against everything you believe in! If that is the case....feel free to make the homemade sugar cookies. How to Make Christmas Swirl Cookies First off if … [Read more...]

Grinch Cookies

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November 12, 2018 by Jamie 1 Comment

I never get sick of watching the Grinch at Christmas time. With a new Grinch movie out this year it is a great time to make some easy Grinch Cookies. These are made with Nutter Butter cookies or something similar and are super tasty! Grinch Cookies Grinch cookies are something the kids will want to help make. These are also a wonderful treat for class Christmas parties at school. You could even get really creative and throw a Grinch party during December...or have a Grinch movie night! So many fun ideas to make Christmas a little merrier! How to Make Grinch Cookies With Nutter Butter Cookies First line a baking sheet with a piece of parchment paper. In a small microwave safe bowl, melt 2 cups of the green candy melts. It is best to warm these on 50% power in your microwave. It typically takes 3-4 minutes, stirring every 30 seconds or so until melted and smooth. Place a Nutter Butter cookie into the melted green chocolate. Make sure all sides are … [Read more...]

Weight Watchers Mini Pecan Pies

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October 31, 2018 by Jamie 2 Comments

Pecan pie is part of holiday meals in my humble opinion. I absolutely love it and honestly...I am not a huge fan of nuts, LOL. Except for the ones in my family!! :) It was important to create a Weight Watchers recipe that was a little more points friendly. These Weight Watchers Mini Pecan Pies are the answer! Weight Watchers Mini Pecan Pies When I think about how many calories are in pecan pie I just block it from my mind immediately. Most of the amounts I see are around 500 calories for ONE piece of pecan pie. If I plug one piece of pecan pie into WW it comes out to 21 points for the slice. OUCH. There goes my points for the day and I am not going to stay full!!! Luckily there are ways to make tasty treats a little healthier and they can be eaten in smaller portions too. How to Make Healthier Mini Pecan Pies These Weight Watchers mini pecan pies do not have a traditional crust. We can all agree that a traditional crust is high in points and sometimes we need to … [Read more...]

Reindeer Treats for Christmas

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October 31, 2018 by Jamie 1 Comment

The season for reindeer is approaching quickly. Reindeer go hand in hand when it comes to Christmas for kids. My kids LOVE the reindeer poop cookies we make every year. This year we are going to make several reindeer treats for Christmas. Check out all these awesome ideas! Reindeer Treats for Christmas I am a mom who likes EASY and these reindeer treats for Christmas fall into that category. Many of them only take a few ingredients too! How about fun class party treats and gifts for friends...BINGO! You will definitely find something to make! Reindeer Treats That Have Peanut Butter Included I did include recipes that have Nutella in them in this category! :) Nutella reindeer sandwiches, are so yummmm...thanks to this cute recipe from the Artsy Momma. This reindeer chow by Tastes of Lizzy looks super yummy and has a colorful addition. I love chocolate peanut butter chow from Over the Moon has a special ingredient to wow you. Peanut butter cookies, … [Read more...]

The Best Crock Pot Candy Recipes

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October 23, 2018 by Jamie 1 Comment

Many people think that crock pot candy only refers to Crock Pot Peanut Clusters, but that isn't true at all! There are many kinds of Crock Pot Candy and I think you will enjoy trying out these recipes during the upcoming holiday season! The Best Crock Pot Candy Recipes I am sure you have certain treats you make every year around the holidays. There are some items I just make...not matter what! It is fun to add new recipes or change-up old recipes too. Utilizing my crock pot during the Christmas season is a priority for me because of the time it saves me. There is no reason why I can't use it for sweets just like I use it for dinner! I have found some wonderful dessert ideas that all fit the theme of crock pot candy! Wonderful Recipes for Crock Pot Candy Who can say no to white chocolate and macadamia nuts in this delicious crock pot candy recipe? I love the pretty red and white colors in this Crock Pot Candy Cane Bark! Crock Pot Snowman … [Read more...]

Pumpkin Crescent Rolls for Fall

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September 25, 2018 by Jamie Leave a Comment

Pumpkin Crescent Rolls are the perfect treat for fall! I love pumpkin flavored treats especially if they are easy to make. This simple recipe tastes like you spent a lot of time in the kitchen...but you don't have to! Pumpkin Crescent Rolls I can give my daughter some Halloween color pages or Thanksgiving color pages and sit her at the table while I make these Pumpkin Crescent Rolls. My older daughter can even help make this easy treat. This is a great recipe for kids wanting to get into the kitchen and do some cooking. How to Make Pumpkin Crescent Rolls for Fall Preheat your oven to 375 degrees F. Spray a baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray or use a Silpat mat. Grab a bowl and add the pumpkin, brown sugar and cinnamon. You can mix this with a mixer or just stir it up really well. Unroll the crescent rolls and tear apart so you have the triangle pieces. You can also you the lower-fat crescent rolls to reduce the calories in this … [Read more...]

Weight Watchers Banana Bread

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September 12, 2018 by Jamie 2 Comments

I don't know that I have met anyone who doesn't like banana bread. The smell of it cooking makes the house so warm and cozy. There is a way for people trying to lose weight to still get to eat banana bread! This Weight Watchers Banana Bread is so good you won't miss those extra calories! It is definitely a Weight Watchers recipe you will want to keep! Weight Watchers Banana Bread One way to help reduce the chance that I will overeat this Weight Watchers banana bread is to make mini loaves. Plus I think mini loaves are CUTE! :lol: Did I mention they make great gifts? You could even make a batch and take it to your Weight Watchers meeting. Who wouldn't want an adorable mini loaf of banana bread with this yummy recipe attached to it! How to Make Weight Watchers Banana Bread This is a wet ingredient/dry ingredient recipe. I think it is kind of a pain..but the outcome is so worth it! Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Start by putting all of your dry … [Read more...]