Category Archives: Desserts

No-Bake Reese’s Peanut Butter Bars

Posted on September 2, 2013 by

Last night, I had a serious craving for something sweet and decided to “cheat” by making a box mix of a Reese’s dessert. I took a little bite to satisfy my fix, and while it was delicious, I knew I … Continue reading →

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Cake Batter Truffles

Posted on July 3, 2013 by

A few months ago, I made some amazing Oreo truffles and wanted to do something similar for the potluck we had at work yesterday to celebrate the 4th. I saw these a while back and saved the recipe from Six … Continue reading →

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Red, White and Blue Layered Flag Cake

Posted on June 2, 2013 by

I made this flag cake last year for a work potluck we had to celebrate the Fourth of July and realized I didn’t post the recipe (which came from Betty Crocker). With Independence Day just around the corner, I thought … Continue reading →

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Almond Thin Cookies (aka Pain d’amonde)

Posted on April 23, 2013 by

Around Christmas time, our office was overflowing with succulent treats from our vendors, which is how I discovered (and fell in love) with small crisp almond thin cookies from Jules Destrooper. I think I might have actually eaten half of … Continue reading →

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Oreo Truffles

Posted on April 15, 2013 by

My Mom told me about these little gems recently, and how incredibly scrumptious they were, so it goes without saying… I just had to try them out. I did last night and she was NOT kidding! Today, I brought them … Continue reading →

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Chocolate Chip Cookie Reese’s Brownies

Posted on April 7, 2013 by

What do you get when you combine chocolate chip cookie dough, Reese’s peanut butter cups and brownie mix??? I call it a little slice of heaven! If you’re a fan of these three things as much as I am, then … Continue reading →

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Mini Reese’s Stuffed Chocolate Chip Cookies

Posted on March 18, 2012 by

I decided to do a little experimenting in the kitchen yesterday with two of my favorite treats…  Reese’s peanut butter cups and chocolate chip cookies. The results were mind-blowing! Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened 1 cup white sugar 1 cup … Continue reading →

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Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Mini-Cheesecakes

Posted on February 28, 2012 by

So what can I possibly say about this decadent dessert? I think the name itself speaks volumes. First of all, I love chocolate chips cookies. I mean, really, really love them. And then there’s cookie dough. Well, I know I’m … Continue reading →

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Oh-So-Yummy Spiced Pumpkin Cheesecake

Posted on October 2, 2011 by

You wouldn’t know it by the weather here in Southern California right now, but it IS officially fall, and Halloween and Thanksgiving are right around the corner. And, as much as I adore summer, I have to admit, I’m a … Continue reading →

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Raspberry Poke Cake

Posted on July 1, 2010 by

This is an easy and absolutely delicious cake to make for the holidays. The jello/gelatin makes it incredibly moist and flavorful! You can switch out the raspberry mix with strawberry or whatever flavor suits your fancy. Original recipe courtesy of … Continue reading →

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