Grasshopper mint Oreo cookie cups

Grasshopper Mint Oreo Cookie Cups

With St. Patrick’s Day just around the corner, these Grasshopper Mint Oreo Cookie Cups are sure to add that special touch of green to any potluck table.

Who can resist the tasty combination of Oreo cookies, peppermint, cream cheese, and chocolate chips all mixed together. It will definitely be a recipe that everyone is sure to enjoy.

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Coffee cake pound cake

Coffee cake pound cake

Looking for a dessert to bring for a special occasion or to serve at a ladies luncheon? Consider making this Coffee Cake Pound Cake which marries two Southern specialties, coffee cake and pound cake, to create one buttery, best-of-both-worlds dessert.

While this dessert takes some extra time in the kitchen, it is well worth the extra time. Guests will love the taste and probably come back for a second slice.

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Oreo fudge bars

Oreo fudge bars

This past week while I was grocery shopping, I found bags of Oreo cookies in the reduced section of my local Jewel. I can’t remember the last time I had these cookies, so I decided to take a few bags home with me.

I have seen all over the Internet different recipes for Oreo truffles and desserts, so I decided to reserve a bag or two to try a few of these creations. The one to draw me in first was for these Oreo Fudge Bars.

Not only do these Oreo Fudge Bars looks sinfully delicious, but I had all the ingredients in my pantry including sweetened condensed milk, chocolate chips, vanilla extract, and of course Oreo cookies.

Pre-warning! These dessert bars are extremely rich in taste, so a little piece will go a long way.

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Oreo peanut butter brownie cakes

Oreo peanut butter brownie cakes

Oh yum! Who doesn’t love Oreo cookies? This recipe for Oreo Peanut Butter Brownie Cakes is perfect to make for the next girls night in, book club, or kids party.

When I first saw this recipe on Instructables.com from Food Snots, I was completely bowled over. What could be more simpler then combining Oreo cookies, peanut butter, and a box of fudge brownie mix.

The original recipe calls for peanut butter, but substituting it with Nutella spread or another nut butter would be a prefect addition.

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Oreo cookies turn 100

Oreo Cookies Turn 100

On March 6th, Oreo turns 100 years young. The Oreo was invented March 6, 1912, at the National Biscuit Company (you know it now as Nabisco) headquarters in New York City.

Oh, oh, oh, ice cold milk and an Oreo cookie. They forever go together. What a classic combination.

Since 1912, Nabisco has made it their business to make life a little less serious. In a world that's become far too adult, a couple of Oreo cookies, a glass of milk, and a shared twist, lick and dunk is all it takes to set your inner kid loose. Celebrate the kid inside all of us.

During its delicious century on this planet, the cookie has led to some pretty serious debates on just how the treat should be eaten: down the hatch or twisted apart? Dunked in milk or crushed on top of ice cream? Meanwhile, some 362 billion Oreos have been devoured.

To celebrate Oreos birthday, consider making a tasty treat such as Easy Oreo Truffles. This is the stuff that dreams are made of: Oreo Cookie crumbs are blended with cream cheese and covered with a chocolate shell for the best-tasting truffles ever.

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Triple whammy brownies

Triple Whammy Brownies

Sometimes I get recipes in the funniest of situations. I happen to be at my local Jewel shopping the baking supplies aisle looking to see if there was anything new on the market to try. When all of a sudden I am knocked into by a woman carrying more items than she should. Of course, all of her items fall out of her hands and mostly directly into my cart.

I helped her collect the items (brownie mix, cookie mix, Oreo cookies, etc) and we begin to chat. She tells me that she is in a hurry to get home and fix a dessert for her book club that is starting in a few hours. The recipe is for what is originally known as “better than sex brownies”, but she quickly renamed as “triple whammy brownies” because they include brownie mix, cookie mix, Oreo cookies, and a few other ingredients.

Can I say that brownies, chocolate chip cookies, and Oreo cookies are my absolute favorite desserts!!

As I help her bring her items to the register counter, we quickly exchange email addresses, and that is how I received the recipe for Triple Whammy Brownies that are best served warm from the oven with vanilla ice cream.

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Berry topped cupcakes

Berry Topped Cupcakes

Has it been a while since you have had your girlfriends over for conversation and dessert? Pull out your phone and start calling now!

Your guests will be delighted when they are served several different varieties of coffee or tea and delicious Berry Topped Cupcakes.

The party conversation will get hopping as they enjoy the fruity taste of these pretty-in-pink cupcakes loaded with strawberries.

Are you planning a bridal or baby shower? These cupcakes would be the perfect treat for a bridal/baby shower luncheon or part of your dessert table at your reception.

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Chocolate chip cookie dough cupcakes

Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Cupcakes

Yes, you read that right! These are really Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough cupcakes. Cupcakes and cookie dough - the combination of two favorite desserts is simply amazing!

When lovetohost (a cupcake aficionado) saw these cupcakes at her local bakery, she knew she had to replicate them and I am glad she shared the recipe.

These cupcakes are so easy to make, but I can't emphasize enough how important it is to follow the instructions especially when it comes to freezing the cookie dough.

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1-2-3 cake

1-2-3 Cake

My 8 year old niece loves to be in the kitchen baking. Catie’s favorite cooking show is Cake Boss and you can often find her mixing batter, licking the beaters, and decorating anything she can find with frosting.

While visiting her grandma over Thanksgiving, Catie was delighted to learn how to make Aunt Betty's 1-2-3 Cake. This recipe only takes 3 ingredients, is made in the microwave, and is an easy item for kids to make.

This recipe is called 1-2-3 Cake because all you need to remember is 3 tablespoons mix, 2 tablespoons water, and 1 minute in the microwave.

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Chocolate peanut butter cheesecake

Chocolate Peanut Butter Cheesecake

There is nothing like the taste of chocolate and peanut butter. The sweetness of chocolate with the nutty salty taste of peanut is a perfect combination in my book.  Whenever a bag of Reese’s peanut butter cups are left in the candy dish, they disappear almost instantly.

If you like chocolate and peanut butter as much as I do, then you are going to love this recipe for Chocolate Peanut Butter Cheesecake.

Everyone will rave about this luscious, rich cheesecake made with a chocolate graham cracker crust and packed with peanut buttery goodness.

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Chocolate chip cheesecake with Oreo crust

Chocolate Chip Cheesecake with Oreo Crust

Growing up, the cookie of choice in our house were Oreos. There was nothing better than a few cookies, broken apart, and then dunked in ice cold milk for an evening snack after homework.

When I recently ran across this recipe for Chocolate Chip Cheesecake with Oreo Crust, I knew I found a perfect dessert to make for Valentine’s Day. What could be better than the creaminess of cheesecake, the crunchy goodness of Oreos, and the sweet taste of chocolate rolled into one delicious dessert.

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NutterButter and chocolate overload cupcakes

NutterButter and Chocolate Overload Cupcakes

What is it about the combination of peanut butter and chocolate that gives a person’s taste buds sensory overload?

These NutterButter and Chocolate Overload Cupcakes take the combination of peanut butter and chocolate to new heights. The sweet aroma of these baking in the kitchen will have the entire family begging to lick the bowl and they will try to gobble a few straight from the oven.

These cupcakes are a perfect taste sensation with the combination of devil’s food cake and NutterButter cookies with chocolate and peanut butter frostings.

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Heart kabobs

Heart Kabobs

Valentine’s Day doesn’t mean serving unhealthy desserts or lots of chocolate. Serve this healthy Heart Kabob treat to your Valentine, kids, or at your next ladies luncheon.

This treat is made with fresh watermelon, honey dew melon, cantaloupe, and a citrus yogurt dip.

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Love bug cupcakes

Love Bug Cupcakes

These Love Bug Cupcakes are perfect for a Valentine’s Day party, garden party, kid’s birthday party,  or just an extra-special snack. 

These treats will get your party guests and  kids buzzing with excitement. They are made with boxed devil’s food cake mix, whipped frosting, and a variety of candies.

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The Chopping Block (LS): You had me at chocolate

You had me at Chocolate

The Chopping Block invites you to sign up for “You Had Me at Chocolate”.

Lose control with these insanely decadent chocolate masterpieces. Bring an assortment of your edible treats home for your Valentine!  Instructor Kimberly Schwenke teaches you how to make Chocolate Whoopie Pies with Marshmallow Filling; Chocolate Pecan Bars; Chocolate Cherry Cupcakes with Vanilla Frosting; Chocolate Toffee Cookies. 

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Ice cream cupcakes

Ice Cream Cupcakes

Planning a kid’s birthday party, ice cream social, or baby shower? Consider making these delicious one serving Ice Cream Cupcakes for your guests.

These lip smacking mini sundaes are the perfect size for little kids. And there's hardly any cleanup since the bowls are edible!

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Frozen fruit yogurt

Frozen Fruit Yogurt

When people think of healthy snacks, they think of carrot sticks and a handful of almonds. Boring!

You can make a healthy tasting snack in just a few minutes all for under 150 calories that the entire family will love.

All you need are frozen berries or fruit, low-fat or Greek yogurt, and a little bit of honey. Mix these together in a food processor to make your own Frozen Fruit Yogurt.

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Game day cupcakes

Game Day Cupcakes

Celebrate the Super Bowl or your favorite football team event with these tasty Game Day cupcakes.

Turn simple chocolate cupcakes into winning cupcakes with simple pretzel and candy game-time decorations.

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Rolo pretzel treats

Rolo Pretzel Treats

The first time I had Rolo Pretzel Treats were at my cousin’s first communion. The combination of salty pretzel, gooey caramel, and chocolate mixed together was pure delight.

These treats are great to bring plated up for potluck dinners or any time you need to bring a dessert for a party. They also make nice thank you gifts for teachers or hostesses. Just purchase cellophane bags, fill with pretzel treats, and tie off with curly ribbons. The recipient will truly love this gift!  

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