Toffee Cookie Bars

June 8, 2026 by Lisia Childs

With a simple browned butter shortbread cookie base, and pure chocolate and pecan topping, toffee cookie bars are a rich, delicious treat. They’re easy to... Continue reading →

Baked Onion Ring Crisps

February 2, 2026 by Lisia Childs

If you love onion rings but don’t enjoy deep frying, or if you’re simply looking for a healthier version, baked onion ring crisps are the... Continue reading →

Ground Chicken Crust Pizza (Gluten-Free and Low Carb)

January 8, 2026 by Lisia Childs

As far as homemade pizza goes, this ground chicken crust version is delicious, and much easier to make than one with a flour-dough crust. Ground... Continue reading →

S’mores Chex Mix

June 25, 2025 by Lisia Childs

Add some graham snacks and marshmallows to chocolate Chex mix, and you’ve got s’mores Chex mix. What an addictive snack! Easy Step-By-Step Instructions for S’mores... Continue reading →

Quick Penuche Fudge

May 31, 2025 by Lisia Childs

This recipe is a simplified version of an old-fashioned treat. It’s yummy, but if you want to make the original, here’s the recipe for Old-Fashioned... Continue reading →

Marshmallow Caramel Popcorn

March 28, 2025 by Lisia Childs

Marshmallow caramel popcorn is sweet, chewy, stretchy, and rich. It’s a fun variation of caramel popcorn, and … … it makes really delicious popcorn balls.... Continue reading →

Baked Beans

February 24, 2025 by Lisia Childs

Baked beans are the perfect side dish for a cookout or picnic, but because they bake for over 3 hours, they’re also a great cold-weather... Continue reading →

Penuche Fudge (Old-Fashioned Marble Slab Penuche)

January 20, 2025 by Lisia Childs

Penuche Fudge is on old-fashioned candy that’s essentially caramel which has been worked and kneaded until the sugars change into a fudge-like texture. You have... Continue reading →

Peanut Butter Toffee Crackers

December 2, 2024 by Lisia Childs

Peanut butter toffee crackers are exactly what they sound like. They’re exactly like our favorite toffee crackers taken up a notch with an added layer... Continue reading →

Ginger Snap Thumbprint Cookies

November 2, 2024 by Lisia Childs

These little gingersnap thumbprint cookies are so cute and festive, and they really elevate your holiday cookie plates. With a spiced white chocolate ganache filling,... Continue reading →

Caramel Sauce Made from Caramelized Sugar

October 2, 2024 by Lisia Childs

Fresh caramel sauce made from caramelized sugar is simply divine, and it’s actually fairly quick and easy to whip up. Here are some simple instructions... Continue reading →

Vanilla Custard Ice Cream

September 2, 2024 by Lisia Childs

Vanilla Ice Cream might have a reputation for being “basic,” but Vanilla Custard Ice Cream is anything but! It’s so good, you’ll eat it alone,... Continue reading →

Chocolate Cream Cake

August 2, 2024 by Lisia Childs

Chocolate cream cake is as delicious as it looks, and it looks pretty great. Also, the recipe is straight-forward and simple because it’s actually just... Continue reading →

German Chocolate Tart

July 25, 2024 by Lisia Childs

German Chocolate Tart consists of a smooth and silky chocolate custard filling inside a short crust pastry base covered with the same delicious coconut topping... Continue reading →

Patriotic Gelatin Salad

June 17, 2024 by Lisia Childs

My grand kids love gelatin, so when I saw this recipe for Patriotic Gelatin Salad by Taste of Home, I was excited to try it.... Continue reading →

Key Lime Poke Cake

May 1, 2024 by Lisia Childs

If you like fresh lime desserts and key lime pie, you’ll love key lime poke cake. The cake is light and soft with the fresh,... Continue reading →

Pecan Logs

April 25, 2024 by Lisia Childs

If you’ve never had a pecan log, you’ve been missing out on one of life’s greatest pleasures, and today is your lucky day! Pecan logs... Continue reading →

Cream Fondant

March 12, 2024 by Lisia Childs

Cream fondant is the deliciously decadent center found in some of my very favorite candies. It’s sweet and creamy, and it melts in your mouth... Continue reading →

Gluten-Free Ginger Snaps

February 25, 2024 by Lisia Childs

If you want a delicious gluten-free ginger snaps recipe that tastes like the original, this is the place for you. These cookies are spicy and... Continue reading →

How to Caramelize Sugar

February 5, 2024 by Lisia Childs

Caramelized sugar is the basis for many candies, and if you know what you’re doing, it’s pretty simple. However, you must use caution because the... Continue reading →

Chocolate Covered Gluten-Free Orange Shortbread Cookie Sticks

January 8, 2024 by Lisia Childs

Chocolate Covered Gluten-Free Orange Shortbread Cookie Sticks are the best gluten-free shortbread cookies we’ve tried. The name is a perfect description of the product, but what... Continue reading →

Gluten-Free Gingerbread Thumbprint Cookies

January 8, 2024 by Lisia Childs

These spicy little ginger cookies are perfectly complimented by a white chocolate ganache and drizzle. Try some gluten-free gingerbread thumbprint cookies for yourself. Easy Step-By-Step... Continue reading →

Texas Sheet Cake Cookies

January 4, 2024 by Lisia Childs

Texas Sheet Cake Cookies taste just like their namesake, but they have the advantage of being way more convenient. Serve these at a party or... Continue reading →

Chocolate Chex Mix

December 13, 2023 by Lisia Childs

Chocolate Chex mix is exactly what you think it is. It’s snack mix covered in delicious chocolate. It’s rich and satisfying with a sweet and... Continue reading →

Shredded Apple Pie

November 9, 2023 by Lisia Childs

Shredded apple pie is the best apple pie I’ve ever tasted, but I have to admit that the first time I saw it I was... Continue reading →

Pumpkin Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting

October 30, 2023 by Lisia Childs

Spicy pumpkin cake is an absolute must for fall, and when covered with smooth cream cheese frosting, it’s hard to justify serving it exclusively during... Continue reading →

Florentine Cookie Cups

October 13, 2023 by Lisia Childs

Florentine cookie cups are the perfect vessel for delicious treats like mousse or ice cream. With a delicious nutty, caramel-y, crunch, they’ll definitely compliment your... Continue reading →

Boston Cream Poke Cake

September 20, 2023 by Lisia Childs

Boston cream pie is not really a pie at all. It’s actually a light yellow cake with a vanilla custard filling and a chocolate ganache... Continue reading →

Chicken Cobbler

September 4, 2023 by Lisia Childs

I kept reading about Matthew Bounds’ chicken cobbler recipe on social media. I was a little skeptical because I don’t like pot pie made with... Continue reading →

Blueberry Mousse

August 18, 2023 by Lisia Childs

Blueberry mousse is a fresh, light, sweet, tangy treat, and it’s color is gorgeous. Click here for how to keep those blueberries fresh for several... Continue reading →

Lemon Mousse

August 5, 2023 by Lisia Childs

I love lemon desserts, especially when the tart acidity is balanced by some creaminess. Lemon Mousse is the perfect combination of sweet, tart, and creamy.... Continue reading →

Raspberry Mousse

July 26, 2023 by Lisia Childs

Raspberry mousse is sweet with the subtle flavor of raspberries and a tiny bit of tartness. It’s a light, refreshing treat that’s sure to please... Continue reading →

Chocolate Ganache Filling

July 19, 2023 by Lisia Childs

This chocolate ganache filling is unhinged, and by that I mean INCREDIBLE! I really don’t have the words, and photos aren’t enough, to describe how... Continue reading →

Chocolate Mini Tart Shells

July 17, 2023 by Lisia Childs

After making little tartlets, I saw that Sugar Salt Magic had a recipe for chocolate miniature tart shells, as well. These are fun and tasty.... Continue reading →

Miniature Tart Shells

July 5, 2023 by Lisia Childs

I saw a recipe for tartlets at Sugar Salt Magic, and wanted to try it for myself. I made a few minor tweaks to get... Continue reading →

Neapolitan Cookies

June 6, 2023 by Lisia Childs

Not only do Neapolitan Cookies taste delicious, but they also look amazing. With three distinct colors and flavors, they’re a real showstopper. These tri-colored, tri-flavored... Continue reading →

Fudge Brownies

May 19, 2023 by Lisia Childs

If you’re looking for a chewy, fudgy brownie with a flaky top layer, this is the recipe for you! These are simply the best fudge... Continue reading →

How to Soften Brown Sugar Quickly

May 1, 2023 by Lisia Childs

Have you ever started making a treat (cookies for example), knowing full well that you have all the ingredients on hand, only to discover that... Continue reading →

How to Keep Berries Fresh

April 10, 2023 by Lisia Childs

It’s so frustrating to buy fresh berries only to find they’ve turned moldy after just a few days. Don’t despair. I’m going to teach you... Continue reading →