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Easy Brownies Toppings Bar

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Summer is here! Now that the boys are home for summer, I’m hearing “I’m hungry” a lot more often. Since the boys completed Publix Aprons Cooking School last summer, they’ve thoroughly enjoyed helping out in the kitchen. These new Pillsbury Place & Bake Brownies are the perfect summer sweet treat they can help me bake too. For fun, I created this easy brownies toppings bar to go along with our end of the day treat, check it out below!

This is a partnered post with General Mills. All opinions are my own.

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Super Simple Toy Story Alien Cookies

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Woody and the rest of the Toy Story gang are returning with an all-new adventure! Toy Story 4 releases in theaters June 21st! In celebration of the new film, we created these super simple Toy Story Alien Cookies. Using store-bought sugar cookies, or you can whip up a quick recipe, these adorable cookies are the perfect addition to your party or movie night!

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Toy Story Alien Cookies

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Pokeball Cupcakes Inspired by the Pokemon Detective Pikachu Movie!

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Pika Pika! The Pokemon Detective Pikachu Movie is in theaters this Friday! My family and I had the opportunity to screen the film a few weeks early and it’s adorable. If you or your kids are Pokemon fans, you will love it! If you’re planning a Pokemon-inspired watch party or birthday celebration, these Pokeball Cupcakes are a must for the dessert table! We’re giving you step-by-step directions with photos to make this Pokeball dessert a success!

We were invited as media to cover the movie screening. All opinions are my own.

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Peanut Butter Chocolate Sandwich Cookies

Peanut Butter Chocolate Sandwich Cookies

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Using shortcuts like Nilla Wafers, these peanut butter chocolate sandwich cookies can be made in just minutes! If you’re a fan of peanut butter cups, like me, these cookies will satisfy your tastebuds. Print this delicious recipe below.

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Peanut Butter Chocolate Sandwich Cookies Recipe

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Easy Lemonade Cupcakes

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Ahhh lemonade, it’s so refreshing on a warm sunny day, am I right? But – have you ever tried Lemonade Cupcakes? It’s the perfect blend of sweet and tart that you’d expect from a glass of lemonade but in a dessert! We’re sharing the Easy Lemonade Cupcakes recipe instructions below!

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Easy Lemonade Cupcakes

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The Easiest Banana Pudding Cake Recipe

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Feast your eyes on this decadent bakery treat! This banana pudding cake recipe will quickly become a favorite dessert. Using shortcuts like boxed cake mix and creamy banana pudding, this banana pudding cake is easy to make and tastes amazing! We provide easy instructions to pull-off this freshly baked cake that looks like a bakery made it. Keep reading for details!

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The Easiest Banana Pudding Cake Recipe

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How to Make Captain Marvel Cupcakes

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In celebration of Captain Marvel hitting theaters today – we’re sharing this amazing recipe for Captain Marvel cupcakes! Topped with fondant art, these themed cupcakes are perfect for a viewing party, birthday or any other celebration. Grab the superhero recipe below!

Captain Marvel cupcakes

As someone who’s a big Marvel fan, I couldn’t wait to see the film. I attended an early screening with my 8 year old at the beginning of this week, and I was completely blown away! This film is a must-see for all Marvel fans because it answers a lot of questions pre-Avengers. Not to mention Carol Danvers is a total bad a$$! See my no-spoiler review below.

Captain Marvel Review – It’s Intense. It’s Comedic. It’s Nostalgic.

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Easy M&M Cake Mix Bars

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Don’t these look darling? If you’re looking for a sweet treat to make that special someone in your life, these Easy M&M Cake Mix Bars will do the trick! They are great for sharing at the office or surprising your hunny (or kids) at dinner time. Using a shortcut like boxed cake mix helps make this sweet dessert super easy for even the youngest bakers. Print the cake mix bars recipe below!

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M&M Cake Mix Bars

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15 Fun Ombre Desserts for Parties!

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Are you looking for a creative dessert to celebrate your next occasion? Look no further than this delectable list of 15 Fun Ombre Desserts for Parties! These dessert recipes will be a huge hit and make the perfect table centerpiece too. Check them out below!

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15 Fun Ombre Desserts for Parties

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17 Amazing Skillet Desserts!

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I don’t know about you, but I have a big sweet tooth. I love all sorts of desserts, especially if they include chocolate! Today I’m sharing some of the best skillet desserts on the web! Find everything from cobbler to skillet cookies and brownies. These are great for family movie nights, celebrations and more! Trust me, you will want to take a peek at these amazing skillet desserts, plus don’t forget to pin it for safekeeping.

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 17 Skillet Desserts

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How to Make Minion Cupcakes – A Super Simple Guide!

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Do you have a little one who loves Despicable Me? If so, these minion cupcakes will be a huge hit at your next party or gathering! I’m sharing a super simple guide to make minion cupcakes. Using a box cake mix and ladyfingers, I’ll walk you through this easy process to make the most adorable minion cupcakes!

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How to Make Minion Cupcakes – A Super Simple Guide!

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Blueberry Trifle recipe

Blueberry Banana Trifle Recipe #WishFarms

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Have you ever wondered where your food actually comes from? I do! Recently I had the opportunity to tour Wish Farms’ new state-of-the-art organic blueberry farm, which inspired me to create this delicious blueberry banana trifle recipe. It’s so light and delicious – your whole family will love it!

This post is sponsored by Wish Farms in conjunction with a social media campaign through Sunday Supper LLC. All opinions are my own.

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Easy Homemade Toffee Recipe

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Craving a sweet with a crunch? You’ll love this easy homemade toffee recipe! We’ve mixed milk and white chocolate chips to create this tasty treat. You’ll only need a few ingredients, and less than 30 minutes to make this marbled toffee dessert.

Easy Homemade Toffee Recipe

Easy Homemade Toffee Recipe

Marbled Toffee Ingredients:

  • 2 sticks unsalted butter
  • 1 ¼ cup sugar
  • 1 tbsp water
  • 1 tsp vanilla
  • 1 ½ cup chocolate chips
  • 1 ½ cup white chocolate chips
  • Sprinkles of choice

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Toffee Recipe Directions:

  1. Melt together butter, sugar, and water over medium-high heat until bubbly and liquid, stirring frequently for 8-10 minutes. When it begins to turn a light caramel color, remove from heat and whisk in vanilla.(If you have a candy thermometer, you can remove from heat as soon as it reaches 260 degrees)

  2. While your toffee is cooking, generously butter a square 8×8 inch pan. (This needs to be butter and NOT nonstick spray)

  3. Pour toffee into your pan, and top with generous alternating rows of chocolate chips and white chocolate chips.

  4. Let sit 5 minutes, and when chocolate begins to look shiny, spread it out all over with a spatula until you have a marbled look that you like.

  5. Refrigerate for 15 minutes, or let sit for 2 hours to cool and harden.

  6. Break/cut apart and serve as you prefer.

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Easy Homemade Toffee Recipe

Enjoy this crunch dessert made with milk chocolate and white chocolate for a marbled twist.

Course Dessert
Total Time 30 minutes

Ingredients

2 sticks unsalted butter, 1 ¼ cup sugar, 1 tbsp water, 1 tsp vanilla, 1 ½ cup chocolate chips, 1 ½ cup white chocolate chips, Sprinkles of choice

Instructions

Melt together butter, sugar, and water over medium-high heat until bubbly and liquid, stirring frequently for 8-10 minutes. When it begins to turn a light caramel color, remove from heat and whisk in vanilla.(If you have a candy thermometer, you can remove from heat as soon as it reaches 260 degrees) While your toffee is cooking, generously butter a square 8×8 inch pan. (This needs to be butter and NOT nonstick spray) Pour toffee into your pan, and top with generous alternating rows of chocolate chips and white chocolate chips. Let sit 5 minutes, and when chocolate begins to look shiny, spread it out all over with a spatula until you have a marbled look that you like. Refrigerate for 15 minutes, or let sit for 2 hours to cool and harden. Break/cut apart and serve as you prefer.

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Homemade Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe

Homemade Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe

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Chocolate chip cookies are a classic dessert favorite. There’s something about the smell of freshly baked cookies that can bring a smile to just about anyone’s face. If you’re looking for a homemade chocolate chip cookies recipe that’s really delicious, then read on for details! The recipe ingredients are house staples, so you may not need to run to the store – bonus!

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White Chocolate Raspberry Bars Recipe

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Are you looking for a delicious, fruit-filled dessert to make for any occasion? This White Chocolate Raspberry Bars recipe is a huge hit in our home! Whether you’re looking for the perfect dessert for a family gathering, or something to bake for a special event, you can’t go wrong with this easy dessert option. Read on to grab the recipe.

White Chocolate Raspberry Bars Recipe

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Funfetti Cake Recipe + What to Expect During Pregnancy

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Are you expecting your first child? Congratulations! Having a baby is one of life’s greatest blessings. Whether you have a hand in planning your shower, or know the person who’s hosting it – you’ll definitely want to add this tasty Funfetti Cake recipe to your baby shower menu. When cut just right, this Funfetti Cake becomes a great finger food dessert for you and your guests. Read on to grab the recipe + tips on pregnancy below!

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Samoa Cake with Homemade Chocolate Syrup

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Guess where I spent the weekend? In Philadelphia! This was my first time visiting the city, and it was quite the savory one. I ate my way through the city (all for work of course). 😉 Once home, I was inspired to brush up on my baking skills. Check out this amazing Samoa Cake with homemade chocolate syrup, and grab the recipe below.

Samoa Cake with Homemade Chocolate Syrup

Samoa Cake with Homemade Chocolate Syrup

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3 Ingredient Dessert: Candy Cane Dessert Minis

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Wrap up the holidays with this easy 3 ingredient dessert: Candy Cane Dessert Minis! It makes a perfect treat for New Year’s Eve or Valentine’s Day, don’t you think?

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I’ve teamed up with Kraft to #SweetenTheSeason by sharing this simple recipe idea with all of you. They have a ton of delicious ideas from appetizers to entrees. And of course my favorite meal – dessert! 🙂

While shopping at Walmart, I picked up the 3 ingredient dessert items.

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Simple Apple Pie Cookie Bars

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What will you be baking for guests this holiday season? While I tend to gravitate towards chocolate desserts, I also enjoy apple pie. This year I decided to put a twist on a classic favorite – Apple Pie Cookie Bars.

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Since it is a busy season, I don’t always have a lot of time on my hands. Using products like Pillsbury™ Baking mixes are a great way to simplify recipes and save time in the kitchen. What I really like is their new line of Purely Simple™ products that provide a simple homemade taste without colors, preservatives or artificial flavors.  [Read more…]

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Easy Holiday Treats – Reindeer Cookie Bars Recipe

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Friday was #NationalCookieDay, did you know that? What better way to kick off the month of December than with delicious baking treats! The boys and I were all-in on this festive day and created these fun Reindeer Cookie Bars to inspire all of you to get in the baking mood. 🙂

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These easy holiday treats will be a big hit at the holiday office party or next family get together. Did you know gingerbread cookies can easily be turned into a reindeer face once turned upside down? Yep – it’s true! Read on to grab this delicious recipe below.

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Gluten Free Peppermint Chocolate Chip Cookies

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The turkey, stuffing and all the Thanksgiving fixin’s are officially behind us. And now it’s time to bake! I love baking cookies, pies and other yummy desserts throughout the month of December. And with two awesome helpers by my side, we couldn’t wait to get started.

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Holiday Tips + Amazing Marshmallow Dessert Idea for Thanksgiving!

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This post brought to you by NABISCO Cookies and Crackers. The content and opinions expressed below are that of My Boys and Their Toys.

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Impress your guests this Thanksgiving with these meal planning tips and amazing marshmallow dessert idea! Whether you’re planning your first or 20th Thanksgiving meal, here’s some ways to make it a success.

Be the Ultimate Party Planner with these Holiday Tips:

  • Plan your menu in advance. There’s nothing like scrambling last-minute to put something together and not having enough ingredients on hand. A few classics to consider: Turkey or Ham, mashed potatoes and a really good dessert.
  • Have a back-up. If one of your dishes falls flat before it hits the table, have a back-up plan. Buy rolls from the bakery incase you burn your crescent rolls, and buy a jar of gravy just incase your homemade version doesn’t pan out.
  • Making your own pie? Prep the dough ahead of time and freeze them until needed.
  • Save oven space by making some of the dishes on the stove top (or asking family/friends to bring a dish). This will keep you on track for dinner at the scheduled time.
  • It’s okay to use some store-bought items. Thanksgiving is about spending time together, so don’t overwork yourself in the kitchen.
  • Don’t forget appetizers. Your guests can’t wait for dinner, but smelling all those delicious meals being created in the kitchen can work up any appetite. Have a few appetizers dishes prepped and ready.
  • Keep the kids busy. Have a classic movie or fun craft station prepped in another room for kids to enjoy.
  • End on a high note – with a delicious dessert (like the one I’m sharing below)!

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Super Simple Candy Corn Bark

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Every season brings its own scents and flavors. Fall is known for pumpkin everything and delicious apple desserts, but we can’t leave out the delicious candy too! Today I’ve whipped up something super simple: Candy Corn Bark. This recipe is fantastic for holiday parties and potlucks, and the best part is that it only requires 3 ingredients!

How to make Candy Corn Bark

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Candy Corn Bark

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Minion Cake Pops

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Are your kids crazy for Minions? Our 4 year old son is a fanatic. Often kids go through phases of loving a particular toy or movie for a few months, but the Minions have been an exception. Between Despicable Me, DM 2 and the latest Minions movie, his love for these adorable and silly characters has yet to waver.

Today I’m sharing a Minion Cake Pops recipe that you can easily recreate for your little ones!

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