Whether it’s for a sleepover, brunch, or just because, take your birthday cake to the next level with this quick and easy stacked cinnamon roll cake. Each of our kids has a special birthday morning breakfast tradition. For my oldest, it’s cinnamon rolls with sprinkles. And while usually we keep it simple with just a […]
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20+ Creative Mickey Mouse Party Food Ideas
Whether it’s a first or fiftieth birthday party, here are 20+ of the cutest Mickey Mouse party food ideas and free printable labels to add to your buffet menu. It wasn’t too long ago that the Mickey Mouse Clubhouse theme song was playing in our house almost constantly. My oldest loved that show when she […]
25 Crazy Easy First Birthday Party Foods to Serve
Wondering what food to serve at a first birthday party? These 25 first birthday party foods make menu planning easy, tasty, and safe for the guest of honor! The first birthday. It’s such an awesome milestone, and totally worth celebrating. With our three kids, we’ve done a variety of first birthday parties that ran […]
11 Simply Stunning Ways to Make a Peeps Cake for Easter
Peeps marshmallows are such an easy way to make an amazing cake for Easter, and these are the best Peeps cake ideas to get you started! Whether you love them or hate them, nobody can deny that everybody’s favorite marshmallow treat is simply adorable. Yes, I’m talking about Easter peeps. Brightly colored, shimmering with […]
How to Make Sugar Cubes from Scratch
Learn how to make sugar cubes from scratch and you’ll never buy store bought again. Plus, get the best tips and ideas for using them. Don’t forget to check out more fantastic party recipes here, too! It all started when I wanted to make champagne cocktails. Of course, it’s easy enough to go […]
Puppy Themed Party Food | 30+ Paw-some Ideas to Copy
Perfect for Paw Patrol and Puppy Dog Pals fans, make planning the birthday party menu easy with these cute and creative puppy themed party food ideas. RELATED>>>>THE BEST PUPPY THEMED BIRTHDAY PARTY IDEAS “Are those Snausages for dogs?” (chewing hard) “Uh, yeah, grandpa.” “Huh” (still chewing) True story. My grandpa ate a dog treat. I’ll […]
11 Stinkin’ Adorable Gender Reveal Food Ideas
From sweet to savory and everything in between, you don’t want to miss these 11 tantalizing gender reveal food ideas to serve at your party. Finding out the sex of your baby is one of the most exciting moments of pregnancy. The gender reveal trend was just starting to hit the scenes when I was […]
Breakfast Tailgate Foods | Tips & Recipes for Game Day Morning
Early games call for the best breakfast tailgate foods. Here are easy, make-ahead recipes, tips, and a downloadable checklist for a fun game day experience. What do you do when a neighbor offers to sell you lower-level tickets to a Redskins game at a discount? If you’re our family…you move heaven and earth […]
Pumpkin Pie Bars with Nutella…It’s Like a Chocolatey Pumpkin Pie!
Pumpkin pie bars with Nutella create a terrifically tasty twist on the classic pumpkin pie. Perfect for parties, you and you guests are going to love them! “Ummm….honey, did you know I already have canned pumpkin in the pantry? And sweetened condensed milk, too.” It’s always interesting when the Husband tries to bake. […]
12 Cute and Creative Gender Reveal Cake Ideas
These gender reveal cake ideas are so much fun! Keep reading to find easy desserts you can make as well as inspiring, over-the-top drool-worthy desserts. I hate to admit it…but I’m kinda jealous of you moms to be these days! When I was pregnant with my first child, the thought of hosting a gender […]
17 Insanely Fun S’mores Cakes and Cupcakes
Nothing says summer like s’mores. Celebrate anytime with these 17 amazing s’mores cakes and cupcakes. From simple to stunning, you’re going to love them all! She took an hour to eat a single one. One hour! That’s right, the first time my middle child had her first s’more, she would only take the […]
Easy Patriotic Snack Mix
Easy patriotic snack mix is filled with fun and flavor! Everyone in the family will enjoy this combination of dried blueberries, chocolate drizzled pretzels, and patriotic candies. It’s so much fun having kids, especially during holidays. Before we got married, the husband and I would enjoy watching July 4th fireworks from my studio apartment […]
4th of July Dessert Recipes for Your Neighborhood BBQ
Get in the patriotic spirit with these 15 super fun red, white, and blue 4th of July dessert recipes. They’re perfect for the neighborhood BBQ. Hi there. My name is Leslie, and I like to play with my food. Well, more specifically, I love to see how to make food work within a theme. […]
11 Crave-Worthy Ice Cream Cake Recipes Perfect for Summer
Looking for the best ice cream cake recipes to help you cool off this summer? Take a look at these 11 crave worthy recipes, perfect for birthday parties and easy summer barbecues. Let’s face it, summer is HOT. My kids and I are all about keeping things cool and easy during the blazing […]
S’mores Icebox Cake (Perfect for Summer!)
This s’mores icebox cake is a perfect make-ahead, no bake treat for summer parties. You’ll look like a genius for making something so simple yet so decadent! Let’s face it, no one wants to turn on the oven to bake a cake during the hot summer months. But if you have kids with summer […]
Homemade Chocolate Marshmallow Recipe
This homemade chocolate marshmallow recipe combines two delectable ingredients into one soft, pillowy, and tasty treat. Everybody knows that marshmallows are made infinitely better with chocolate. Think about it. What are the BEST ways to eat marshmallows: Dunked in hot chocolate As marshmallow pops Addictive choco-mallow And, of course, you can’t forget s’mores. […]
Birthday Cake Marshmallows are Easier than You Think
Celebrate anytime with buttery, sprinkle-coated birthday cake marshmallows. No box mix required and they’re easier to make than you think! I just don’t get most ‘birthday cake’ and ‘funfetti’ recipes that aren’t actually cake. Yep, me, the total dessert and sweets addict. You can try to convince me, but adding a bit of cake […]
Homemade Graham Crackers | Fun Cooking with the Kids
Have a fun afternoon making homemade graham crackers with the kids, and get all the best tips and tricks to make sure they taste as good as they look, too! Can you believe it? This recipe took almost two years to perfect, and I nearly blew it with the pictures. You see, I […]
St Patrick’s Day Treats | 15 Fun Recipes to Make This Year
From simple to wow-em, here are 15 of the cutest St Patrick’s Day treats to make on this side of the leprechaun’s rainbow. Many, many years ago, I actually found a four leaf clover. It was pretty awesome. I even preserved it in a photo album for several years. You know, the […]
20 Valentine’s Day Treats to Make Your Heart Melt
Spread the love this Valentines Day with one of these 20 Valentine’s Day treats. They’re perfect for classroom get-togethers or just as a treat for two. “All You Need is Love. But a little chocolate now and then doesn’t hurt.” ~ Charles Schulz I’m with Mr. Schulz on this one. I guess that’s […]
Your Ultimate Guide to Amazing Red Velvet Recipes
Learn all about red velvet and find the best red velvet recipes to make for any time of day, from breakfast right through dessert! “Worse the cake part is red velvet cake. Blood red!! People are gonna be hackin’ into this poor animal that looks like it’s bleedin’ to death.” ~ Shelby, […]
Shimmery New Year’s Eve Ball Drop Mocktail Garnish
Kids and adults will all love this fun shimmery New Year’s Eve ball drop mocktail garnish for kids. Read on for the best tips to make this delicious decoration. “But it’s fizzy!” whined my then four-year-old daughter. I had brought home a bottle of sparkling apple cider thinking that it would be a […]
Creamy Apple Mock-tini Recipe | Easy Holiday Mocktails for Kids
Want a fun green drink for kids this holiday season? Make them surprisingly tasty creamy apple mock-tini recipe with a red rim and cherry on top. Come up with a creative green drink for the holidays that kids will love. It sounds like an easy task, but it’s surprisingly difficult! At first, I hoped […]
Cherry Ginger Mock Margarita Recipe | Easy Holiday Mocktails for Kids
Kids young & old love this cherry ginger mock margarita recipe. From the festive color to the sherbet wreath, it’s the perfect holiday mocktail for kids! I handed the margarita glass to my 8-year-old and asked her opinion. And then I waited. And I waited, and waited. Well, she did take a quick moment to […]
17 Unique Thanksgiving Leftovers Recipes You Have to Try
Tired of turkey hash and pot pie? Change things up with these 17 unique Thanksgiving leftovers recipes that will make you fly through those leftovers! This post may contain affiliate links for your convenience. I am a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for […]
45 Pumpkin Spice Recipes So Good You’ll Crave More
Do you crave pumpkin spice recipes once the temperature dips below 80? Then you’re going to love this list of 45 pumpkin spice recipes for every occasion! I have a confession to make. Pumpkin spice flavoring has been making its way into my coffee since mid-August. I know, I know. It’s barely September! […]
Halloween Monster Munch Goodie Bags with Printable Toppers
School treats are a cinch this year! Just whip up a batch of these Halloween monster munch Goodie Bags with printable toppers and the kids will love you! “I’m watching you Wazowski, Always watching” Can you believe that summer is coming to an end? We’re already discussing Halloween costumes here, and I’m longing […]
2 Fun Disney-Inspired Treats Your Kids will Love
Simple Disney-inspired treats are a fun way to celebrate a love for all things Disney with your kids right from the comfort of your own home! As summer winds down I find myself looking for easier and easier treats to make for my kids. I want to avoid any recipe that uses the oven because, […]
5 Sure-Fire Ways to Keep Your Kids Hydrated in Hot Weather
Do your kids refuse to drink water, even when they need it the most? These 5 tips will help you keep kids hydrated without the battle. “Drink your water.” How often do you say that to your kids each day? The Husband and I love to drink a nice bottle of cold water, and we […]
7 Kid-Friendly July 4th Treats You Need to Try Now
Get ready for your patriotic celebration with one of these seven kid-friendly July 4th treats. All seven are tried and tested! I’ve been known to go out of my way to make cute treats for a celebration. There were the barnyard donut holes, the Olaf Jello cups, and a myriad of ocean-themed treats. But I […]
This is the Perfect Peach Cobbler for Busy Summers
With one simple trick, this perfect peach cobbler recipe can be made in your home or over a campfire. Easy, delicious, and fantastic for busy summers! The summer heat made our 1.5-mile hike feel more like 15. Sweat dripped down the back of my shirt as I moaned and complained about having to walk out […]
All Natural Apple Spice Granola with Almonds and Coconut
Find out how to make your own apple spice granola with almonds and coconut for a delicious and healthy treat the whole family will love. I know I’ve been guilty of it. It looks so healthy sitting there on the grocery shelf, filled with oats and dried fruit. And then there are the delicious sounding […]
How to Make a Frozen Inspired Ice Cream Cake
Summer birthdays are made for ice cream cakes. Find out how even you can make this amazing Frozen inspired ice cream cake. A Frozen themed birthday party held during the summer NEEDS an ice cream cake. It’s just the perfect marriage. Summers in the mid-Atlantic are hot and sweaty. So ice cream is the perfect […]