When I came across this recipe I knew I would have to make it for my dad immediately. He loves the combination of raspberry and chocolate, especially in ice cream, so I knew this Raspberry Swirl Chocolate Chunk Ice Cream would be a hit with him. When we were visiting, I mentioned the recipe to
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Turtle Bars {Classic Southern Dessert}
I realized I haven’t made anything from my amazing Classic Southern Desserts Cookbook in quite a long time so when I needed to whip up something for a recent get together, I grabbed it out and scoured the pages for something simple and delicious. The first recipe I made from this cookbook was Lemon Bars and
Chocolate Guinness Cupcakes
Chocolate, beer and cupcakes? I’m sure many of you are thinking it couldn’t get any better. I wasn’t sure at first since you all know I don’t really like chocolate cake and am not a beer drinker. Well, I am glad I tried them out because they were quite delicious. You can definitely taste the
Chocolate Cake with Mint Chocolate Chip Frosting {Crazy Cooking Challenge}
Rich cholate cake and refreshing mint frosting combine to make the most outrageous Chocolate Cake with Mint Chocolate Chip Frosting. When Tina from Mom’s Crazy Cooking informed us that this month’s challenge was chocolate cake, I was a tad concerned. This will be shocking and slightly disheartening to many of you but I am not
Double Chocolate Banana Muffins
For as much as I claim to not liking chocolate cakes, cookies, muffins, breads I sure do seem to bake them a lot. Every time I see a recipe for something chocolate I think “this will be the one that converts me” and it never is…it’s always too decadent for me. But these muffins were just perfect.
Classic Southern Dessert Series: Cherry Coke Cake
I’ve been wanting to make this cake forever. Anyone who knows me knows that I am slightly addicted to Cherry Coke. When I was in high school I was on the newspaper staff. We spent a many a night at school late working on our publication and I always had this delicious beverage in hand.
Homemade Snowcaps
Add some extra cheer to your holiday cookie platters (or movie night) with these homemade snowcaps. Only 2 ingredients and a few minutes need to make these delicious little bites. **UPDATE: The recipe and photographs in this post have been updated since its original posting in 2011. This post may contain affiliate links. For more
Drunken Chocolate Cherries
Joel has always loved chocolate covered cherries at the holidays so instead of buying them this year, I went on the hunt for a fun homemade recipe. I have never made chocolate cherries before and when I came across this recipe I knew they would be a simple and yummy little addition to my
Pretzel M&M Rings
I’ve said this time and time again…who doesn’t love a sweet and salty snack? This is the perfect little snack to have around for the holidays. They are so simple to put together and only require 3 ingredients. The thing that takes the longest is unwrapping all the chocolate kisses. After Noah had gone to bed,