Lo-Carb, No-Sugar Added, Gluten-Free, Healthy Option " Start your day the easy (and delicious!) way with this creamy Coconut Chia Pudding! 🥥 Made the night before, it’s a no-fuss, gut-friendly breakfast packed with healthy fats, protein, and endless topping possibilities. Perfect for busy mornings! 🌞🍓 " 🥥 Coconut Chia Pudding: The Breakfast That Basically Makes Itself ✨ A healthy breakfast sounds like such a brilliant idea... at 9 p.m. 🌙 But fast-forward to 6:30 a.m., and I’m lucky if I can drag myself out of bed — let alone pry the dog off my feet 🐾 — and remember what mascara even is. Sound familiar? Enter left stage: Coconut Chia Pudding — the superhero of sleepy mornings! ✨ dreamy, creamy breakfast is your new best friend. It’s kind of like overnight oats’ cool cousin: easy to prep, totally customizable, and magically does all the work while you sleep . 😴 Your fridge is the real MVP here! 🌟 Why You'll Love This Chia Pudding ✅ No cooking required (aka zero effort) ✅ Make-ahead magic for busy mornings ✅ Gut-friendly and packed with nutrients ✅ Dairy-free, gluten-free, and customizable ✅ Tastes like dessert but it’s totally breakfast-approved 🍨💕 It’s rich in healthy fats, full of fiber, and has enough protein to keep you going well past your first Zoom call or school drop-off. 🥄 How to Make Coconut Chia Pudding All you need are 4 basic ingredients and a few minutes the night before. Then you just let the fridge do the heavy lifting. 🛌❄️ 📝 Basic Ingredients Coconut milk Chia seeds Maple syrup or your fave sweetener (optional) Vanilla extract Mix it up, let it chill, wake up to deliciousness! That’s it. That’s the magic. ✨ 🍓 Toppings to Take It to the Next Level This is where the fun begins! You can get creative or just use whatever you have on hand. Here are a few of my go-to flavor combos: 🥄 Blueberries + Sliced Peaches + Almonds (so dreamy!) 🥄 Pumpkin Seeds + Chopped Mango (tropical vibes 🍹) 🥄 Blackberries + Raspberries (fresh and tangy) 🥄 Raisins + Walnuts + Cinnamon (hello cozy fall!) 🥄 Pistachios + Shredded Coconut + Honey (crunchy and sweet!) 🥄 Pineapple + Shredded Coconut (hello piña colada in a bowl - and the one in the photo and a CWT favorite!) 🎉 More Fun Variations to Try 🍓 Fresh Fruit  – Berries, bananas, kiwi, bananas, you name it! 🥥 Crunch  – Add granola, toasted nuts, dried fruit, or coconut shavings. 🍫 Chocolate Lover?  – Stir in a teaspoon of cocoa powder and top with dark chocolate chips. Yes please. 😍 🍊 Flavor Boosters  – Try a splash of orange zest, and dried cranberries, pinch of sea salt, pumpkin and cinnamon or even a drop of almond extract and cherry pieces for an amareto wonderland! 👉 Pro tip : Prep your toppings the night before and store them separately in containers. In the morning, just scoop, sprinkle, and devour! 🥰 💡 Tips & Tricks ✔️ Not a fan of the texture? Blend the pudding once it sets for a smoother, creamier feel — almost like mousse! ✔️ Looks too liquidy? Give it time! The chia seeds need at least a few hours to soak up all that coconutty goodness. ✔️ Meal prep like a champ! Double or triple the recipe and portion it into mason jars for grab-and-go breakfasts all week long. 🙌 Just hold off on fresh fruit until the day of so it stays nice and juicy. ✔️ Sweeten to taste. Prefer it sweeter? Add a little extra maple syrup, honey, stevia, or monk fruit — whatever suits your style. 🧊 Storage Instructions 📦 To store: Keep your coconut chia pudding in an airtight container (like a mason jar) in the fridge. It’ll stay fresh and delicious for up to 5–7 days . ❄️ To freeze: You can freeze it in small containers for up to 6 months ! Just defrost overnight in the fridge and give it a good stir before eating. 🥰 Final Thoughts Your mornings are more chaotic than calm ( 🙋🏻‍♀️ hello, real life), this coconut chia pudding is going to change the game for you. It’s healthy, delicious, endlessly customizable, and makes getting out of bed just a little bit easier. 🌅✨ So go ahead — make it tonight, and let your breakfast take care of itself. Your sleepy self will thank you in the morning. 💖 Chia Seed Pudding Servings – 4 Prep Time – 2 Minutes Chill Time: 4 Hours - Overnight for best results Ingredients: 🥥 Basic Coconut Chia Pudding 1 cup coconut milk, use the full-fat kind from a can 1/4 cup chia seeds 1 tablespoon protein powder of your choice, optional if you are in need to add more protien to your diet. 2 tablespoons maple syrup or pure honey 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract 2 teaspoons cinnamon 🎃 Pumpkin Pie Chia Pudding 1 cup coconut milk 1/4 cup chia seeds 2-3 tablespoons pumpkin puree, depends on how much you love pumpkin flavor 1 tablespoon maple syrup 1 1/2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice pinch of salt 🥪 Peanut Butter & Jelly Chia Pudding 1 cup regular whole milk, or milk of your choice. You can also use almond or cashew milk. 1/4 cup chia seeds 1 tablespoon peanut butter, almond butter, cashew butter or your favorite nut butter 1 tablespoon strawberry, raspberry or your favorite jelly/jam 1 teaspoon honey ☕️🍫 Mocha Chia Pudding 1/2 cup whole milk, or milk of your choice 1/2 cup cold brew coffee 1/4 cup chia seeds 1 tablespoon cocoa powder 1/2 tablespoon honey 1 teaspoon vanilla 🍍🥥 Pina Colada Chia Pudding 1 cup coconut milk, use the full-fat kind from a can 1/4 cup chia seeds 1 tablespoon protein powder of your choice, optional 2 tablespoons maple syrup or pure honey 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract Garnish with: 1 ripe banana, peeled 1/4 cup chunked pineapple chunks 1 tablespoon coconut flakes 🍂 🍏🍎 Fall Caramel Apple Cobbler Chia Pudding 2 cups non-dairy milk of choice 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/2 cup chia seeds 2 teaspoons cinnamon 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup Garnish with: 2 apples, cored and chopped 1/2 cup chopped walnuts, lightly toasted Drizzle with sugar free caramel syrup Directions: Mix together all ingredients using a fork or whisk. Cover and refrigerate overnight, or until pudding is set. Serve topped with fruit, nuts and garnishes of your choice. Notes: 🎉 Tasty Twists to Try 🍓 Fresh Fruit Fun – Toss in your favorite fruits like berries, banana slices, or kiwi for a naturally sweet touch. 🥥 Add Some Crunch – Sprinkle on granola, toasted nuts, or coconut flakes for a satisfying bite. 🍫 Calling All Chocoholics – Mix in a teaspoon of cocoa powder and top with dark chocolate chips. Total bliss. 😍 🍊 Flavor Enhancers – Brighten things up with orange zest, a pinch of sea salt, cozy spices like pumpkin and cinnamon, or a splash of almond extract. 🧊 How to Store It Refrigerate – Store your coconut chia pudding in an airtight container (mason jars work great!) and keep it in the fridge. It’ll stay fresh for 5 to 7 days . ❄️ Freeze It – Freeze in small containers for up to 6 months . When you're ready to enjoy, thaw it in the fridge overnight and give it a good stir before digging in! Nutrition: Calories: 138 | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 9g | Sodium: 3mg | Potassium: 86mg | Fiber: 8g | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 183mg | Iron: 2mg | Net Carbs: 3g This website is the project of an unpaid hobby,  fully maintained and supported by CWT. There are NO  paid affiliations, professional photographers, nutritionists or paid product reviews associated. CWT is not a certified artist, dietician or nutritionist. Any nutritional information shared on this site is an estimate counted through measurements and package nutritional information used in each recipe at that given time. If calorie, macro counting and other nutritional values are important to you and your health, CWT recommends running the ingredients through your choice of nutritional calculator you prefer. Calories can and will vary depending on national brands used per recipe. Anything created by using CWT's recipes, or tutorials is fully the readers responsibility. CWT is not responsible or will be held liable for the outcome of the readers completed project or recipe(s). "I'm so late to the chia seed scene... This is such a sweet surprise! I can’t believe how much it tastes like dessert... and it’s actually healthy?! I’m officially obsessed. So much easier than oatmeal, too! 💕🥄"

Sugar Free Option Available "Looking for a quick, easy, and totally irresistible treat to make for your next celebration? Say hello to Party Popcorn... the ultimate sweet-and-salty snack that’s perfect for birthdays, movie nights, holiday gatherings, or just because! With just a few simple ingredients (popcorn, melted candy coating, and sprinkles!), this colorful creation comes together in minutes and is always a crowd-pleaser. It’s easy to customize with different colors or themes, and best of all... it’s so fun to make!"🎈💫 🎉 Party Popcorn – The Easiest, Sweetest Treat You’ll Ever Make 🍿✨ Okay, let’s not waste any time here—because this treat is that good. 😍Let me introduce you to what I’m calling Party Popcorn (because, honestly, what else could I name it?). It’s sweet, salty, crunchy, colorful, and—wait for it— stupid easy to make. Like, melt-and-mix easy. 🙌 I’m not exaggerating when I say this might be the quickest, tastiest treat I’ve whipped up in ages—and now I’m wondering where it’s been all my life. Seriously, I can think of dozens of birthday parties, holidays, school events, and last-minute gatherings where this could’ve saved the day. 🎂🎈 💡 What You’ll Need (Just 3 Ingredients!): 🍿 Popcorn – Homemade or microwave. Whatever works for you! 🍫 White candy coating – Almond bark or candy melts are perfect . 🌈 Sprinkles – Use whatever colors match your vibe or party theme! That’s it. Really. No oven. No baking. Just melt, mix, and munch! 🎉 🍿 Let’s Talk Popcorn You can totally go the old-fashioned route and pop your own (check out Simply Recipes if you need a guide!). BUT… if you’re like me and want to keep it easy-breezy, microwave popcorn works beautifully. I used Orville Redenbacher’s Popcorn Kernels , sprinkled with a little salt and it was just right ! Just enough salt to balance the sweet coating. 😋 🍬 The Sweet Stuff For the candy coating, I went with vanilla almond bark (those big blocks you can melt down) or candy melts —they both work like a charm! Personally, I avoid white chocolate chips because they sometimes get moody and don’t melt smoothly. 😅 To prep: Pop your popcorn and place it in a large mixing bowl (or a giant baking sheet if you want space to spread out). Melt your candy coating (follow the package instructions—it’s usually just microwave and stir). Drizzle and toss! Pour the melted candy over the popcorn and mix gently until evenly coated. I used my clean hands (be careful—it’s warm, but not burn-your-fingers hot). A spatula works too! 🎊 Time to Sprinkle! Here’s the magic moment ... add your sprinkles before the coating sets! 🌈✨I used multi-colored nonpareils because that’s what I had on hand, but you can totally customize the look: 💙 🩷 Baby shower? Use pastels! 🏈 Super Bowl party? Team colors, baby! 🎂 Birthday bash? Match the cake! 🎃 Halloween? Orange, purple + black! 🎄 Christmas? Red + green! 🌀 Marbled look? Dark and white melted chocolate swirls! - Great for a sugar free version! The options are endless and so much fun! Honestly, the sprinkles are what turn this from a basic snack into a party on a plate . 🎉 🍭 Party Popcorn is: ✅ Fast ✅ Easy ✅ Budget-friendly ✅ Totally customizable ✅ Loved by kids and grown-ups ✅ Dietary friendly - make a sugar free version Serve it in cute bowls, scoop it into treat bags, or pile it high on a platter. It’s a showstopper snack that takes minimal effort, but looks like you went all out. ✨ So next time you’re in charge of the treats, don’t stress—just whip up a batch of Party Popcorn, toss on some sprinkles, and let the snack table shine. 🌟 Let me know if you try it—I’d LOVE to hear what colors you used or what party you served it at! 🎈🍿💬 Party Popcorn Servings – 6-8 Prep Time – 10 Minutes Cook Time: 10 Minutes Ingredients: 8 ounces (weight) white or chocolate almond bark, or candy wafers, melted - substitute your favorite color, chocolate or event sugar free options. 12 cups popped popcorn, lightly salted - You can use microwaved popcorn or make your own fresh the way you like it. sprinkles of choice or upcoming holiday Optional add-ins: Candy pieces, M&M's, nuts, pretzels, anything your heart desires. If making homemade popcorn: 2 1/2 Tablespoons canola or vegetable oil 1/2 cup popcorn kernels, divided Pinch of salt, to taste Directions: Let’s Get Poppin’! Pop the Popcorn Pop your popcorn using your favorite method... stovetop, air popper, or microwave. In a large, heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium heat, add the oil and just 2 popcorn kernels. Cover the pot and wait for those kernels to pop—it may take a few minutes. While you wait, set a large serving bowl nearby so it’s ready to go. Once the test kernels pop, turn off the heat and remove the pot from the burner. Add the rest of the popcorn kernels, cover again, and gently shake the pot to distribute them evenly. Let the pot sit off the heat for about 60 seconds. This helps prevent the oil from overheating before the popping starts. Return the pot to medium heat and continue cooking, giving it a light shake every so often to keep things moving. As the popping begins, slightly crack the lid to let steam escape. Keep cooking until the popping slows to about one pop every few seconds. If the popcorn starts to rise too high, just tip some into your serving bowl and place the pot back on the heat to finish. Once done, remove the lid and pour all the popcorn into your bowl. Sprinkle with a pinch or two of salt (or your favorite toppings), toss to coat, and enjoy! For best flavor and crunch, serve right away—but it’ll still taste great for a few hours. CWT Pro Tip: Remove any un-popped kernels so they don't sneak into the final mix! Spread It Out Place the popped popcorn on a large baking sheet or in a very large mixing bowl.You want enough space to stir everything easily without making a mess! Melt the Candy Coating or Chocolate Melt your white candy melts, almond bark, or white chocolate according to the package directions. Usually, this means microwaving in short intervals (15–30 seconds), stirring between each until smooth and creamy. Drizzle and Toss Pour the melted candy over the popcorn.Gently toss everything together until the popcorn is evenly coated. Clean hands or a silicone spatula work great... just be careful, the candy might still be warm! Sprinkle the Magic! ✨ While the coating is still soft, immediately add your sprinkles . You can go wild here... match your party colors, theme, or the nearest holiday! Mix One More Time Give everything one final gentle mix to help distribute the sprinkles before the coating sets. Let It Set Allow the coated popcorn to sit at room temperature for about 10–15 minutes, or until the candy coating is completely hardened. Break It Up & Serve! Once set, break the popcorn into clusters (if needed), pile it into a bowl, or portion into treat bags. 🎉 Ready to party! Notes: Storage - Keep it in an airtight container at room temp for up to 3 days... if it last that long. Nutrition: This website is the project of an unpaid hobby,  fully maintained and supported by CWT. There are NO  paid affiliations, professional photographers, nutritionists or paid product reviews associated. CWT is not a certified artist, dietician or nutritionist. Any nutritional information shared on this site is an estimate counted through measurements and package nutritional information used in each recipe at that given time. If calorie, macro counting and other nutritional values are important to you and your health, CWT recommends running the ingredients through your choice of nutritional calculator you prefer. Calories can and will vary depending on national brands used per recipe. Anything created by using CWT's recipes, or tutorials is fully the readers responsibility. CWT is not responsible or will be held liable for the outcome of the readers completed project or recipe(s). "This looks absolutely delicious and so much fun to make! Total crowd-pleaser for sure — and I love how easy it is!"

High Protein, Energy, Gluten-Free, Healthy Option "Homemade Granola That’s Golden, Crunchy & Totally Irresistible! There’s nothing like the smell of fresh granola baking in the oven... warm cinnamon, toasted oats, and a hint of sweetness. Whether you're sprinkling it on yogurt, grabbing a handful as a snack, or giving it as a homemade gift, this granola recipe is about to become your go-to! It’s super simple, endlessly customizable, and comes together with pantry staples. Plus, you can make it chunky or crumbly... whatever your granola heart desires!" 🥣 The Best Homemade Granola... That’s Anything But Basic! If you’re a granola lover... welcome, friend, you’re in the right place! Today I’m sharing my go-to granola recipe. It may be simple, but don’t let that fool you... it’s truly the best . And I don’t say that lightly! With over 200 five-star reviews and a permanent spot in my kitchen rotation, this granola has earned its title. This crunchy, golden goodness makes the perfect snack or breakfast . Just add your favorite milk and maybe some fresh fruit for a quick, nourishing meal. It also stores beautifully, which makes it a thoughtful (and delicious) homemade gift. What sets this granola apart? It’s made with wholesome ingredients ... think whole grains, oil, and natural sweeteners... and has zero of the additives you find in many store-bought versions. Once you try it, you’ll never go back to the bagged stuff! The best part? It’s super easy to make... I wish I had known this was this easy YEARS ago! Just one bowl, a baking sheet, and a few pantry staples... that’s it. So grab your oats, and let’s get baking! 🌟 🌾 To Make It Gluten-Free: Just make sure you're using certified gluten-free oats to keep your granola safe for those with gluten sensitivities or allergies. 🥜 Need a Nut-Free Version? No problem! Swap any of the nuts for seeds like pepitas (shelled pumpkin seeds) or sunflower seed kernels just as crunchy, just as delicious. 🥥 Want to Add Toasted Coconut? Yes, please! Stir in sweetened or unsweetened coconut flakes halfway through baking to get them perfectly golden and toasty without burning. 🍽️ How to Enjoy It: This granola is super versatile! Here are some of our favorite ways to dig in: Enjoy it by the handful as a snack 🌟 Serve it with milk for a crunchy breakfast cereal Top it over yogurt and fresh fruit with a drizzle of honey 🍓 Sprinkle it on salads for a fun twist — hello, granola “croutons”! 🥗 Deliciously Easy Granola Servings – 16 Prep Time – 10 Minutes Cook Time: 25 Minutes Chill Time: 1 Hour Ingredients: 3 cups old-fashioned rolled oats 1 1/2 cup raw nuts and/or seeds of choice, I used a mix of walnuts, almonds, and sunflower kernels 1 teaspoon sea salt 1 Tablespoon cinnamon 1/4 cup canola or vegetable oil 1/4 cup maple syrup 1/4 cup pure honey 1 Tablespoon vanilla extract 1 cup dried fruits of choice, I used dried apricots, and cranberries Optional additional mix-ins: 1/2 cup chocolate chips and or or coconut flakes* Directions: Preheat your oven to 350°F and line a large, rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper this makes cleanup a breeze! In a big mixing bowl, combine your oats, brown sugar, nuts, seeds, salt, and cinnamon. Give it a quick stir to mix. 🥜🌻 Pour in the oil, maple syrup, honey, and vanilla extract. Stir until everything is well-coated and glossy. Every oat and nut should be lightly covered in all that sweet goodness. 🍁🍯 Spread the mixture evenly onto your prepared baking sheet. Use a large spoon or spatula to press it into a single layer. Bake for 21–24 minutes , stirring halfway through to ensure even toasting. * At this point add in your coconut flakes if using. Sprinkle over granola and stir in to combine. 💡 CWT Pro Tip: If you love chunky granola, press it down firmly after stirring before finishing the bake. This helps form those dreamy clusters we all love. Remove from the oven once the granola is lightly golden. Let it cool completely on the pan ... don’t touch it! It crisps up as it cools (and smells amazing while it does). Once it’s fully cooled, sprinkle in your add-ins like dried fruit or chocolate chips. Gently 🍒🥭🍫 Notes: Storage - Keep it in an airtight container at room temp for 1–2 weeks Or pop it in a sealed freezer bag and freeze for up to 3 months (just let it thaw for 5–10 minutes before serving if there’s fruit... no one likes frozen raisins 🧊😉 Whether you're gifting it, snacking on it, or building the ultimate breakfast bowl, this homemade granola is a simple, satisfying recipe you’ll turn to again and again. P.S. Add your own twist with spices, nut butters, or seasonal mix-ins... the possibilities are endless! Nutrition: Calories: 251 | Carbohydrates: 29.9g | Sugars: 11g| Protein: 3.8g | Fat: 6.3g | Sodium: 134.4mg | Potassium: 86mg | Fiber: 3.8g | Iron: 2mg | Net Carbs: 3g This website is the project of an unpaid hobby,  fully maintained and supported by CWT. There are NO  paid affiliations, professional photographers, nutritionists or paid product reviews associated. CWT is not a certified artist, dietician or nutritionist. Any nutritional information shared on this site is an estimate counted through measurements and package nutritional information used in each recipe at that given time. If calorie, macro counting and other nutritional values are important to you and your health, CWT recommends running the ingredients through your choice of nutritional calculator you prefer. Calories can and will vary depending on national brands used per recipe. Anything created by using CWT's recipes, or tutorials is fully the readers responsibility. CWT is not responsible or will be held liable for the outcome of the readers completed project or recipe(s). "⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ This homemade granola is so good! Perfectly crunchy, just the right amount of sweetness, and super easy to make. I love that it’s made with simple, wholesome ingredients — way better than anything store-bought. I’ve been snacking on it straight from the jar and adding it to yogurt all week. Definitely a keeper!"

Whether you’re throwing a big football party or just lounging out at home to watch the game, this collection has all the recipes you’ll need! Appetizers, cocktails/mock-tails and desserts of plenty! It's GAME TIME!  S u p e r B o w l S u n d a y Whether you're throwing a big football party or just lounging out at home to watch the game, this collection has all the recipes you'll need! Appetizers, cocktails/mock-tails and desserts of plenty! It's GAME TIME 2025! Football or Food? Big game day equals tons of fabulous buffet food style spreads!! Bring on the big guns and wow your guests with your Super Bowl appetizers and cocktails! There are some die-hard football fans out there who would watch the Big Game no matter what. But I am here to tell you... Most of us are here for the food and commercials! So let's stock that picky table with plenty of delicious bites to eat! CWT's Got You! No matter what side you’re on, I've got a great list of easy Super Bowl eats everyone is bound to enjoy! The die-hard football fans will love it and the foodies will love you! All of these simple pickies are easy and delicious! Most can be made ahead of time. From dips to wings, there are plenty of items to choose from – even giving you ideas to make something of your own. There is something for everyone at your next Super Bowl get together. A CWT fan wrote - "I don’t ever care to watch the game, but you better believe your sweet honey buns... I stick around for the food!! Super Bowl weekend is the best opportune time to make as many appetizers of yours as possible!! We love them all! 😉" Top Super Bowl Sideliner Bites Clam Cakes "Light, crispy, and packed with briny flavor, Rhode Island clam cakes are a coastal classic that locals swear by. Whether enjoyed beachside or at a local shack, these deep-fried bites capture the essence of New England seafood tradition." 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ASIAN DISHES Stromboli "Super simple and totally do-able for the home cook! When you make these, people will think you’re a rock star because they are so good.... APPETIZERS Spinach Pies " You may have heard of Spanakopita, which is a Greek spinach pie, but have you ever tasted the Italian version? There are several ways... ITALIAN DISHES Baked Tortilla Chips " Making chips at home is easier than you think! I had to try it and find out for my self. You only need three to four ingredients:... 5 & UNDER Tortellini Antipasto Kabobs " Traditional tortellini salad becomes a finger food with these Tortellini Antipasto Kabobs. They are a fresh and flavorful, appetizer,... APPETIZERS Touchdown Desserts Easy Tres Leches Cake This Easy Tres Leches Cake is rich, fluffy, and soaked in a sweet milk mixture for the ultimate crowd-pleasing dessert. Simple ingredients, maximum flavor! COOKBOOK Chocolate Ganache Pudding Bundt Cake "This Chocolate Ganache Pudding Bundt Cake is a total showstopper! With its rich, fudgy texture and glossy ganache glaze, it's hard to believe how easy it is to make. Moist, decadent, and impossible to resist — even beginner bakers can pull this off and wow the crowd!" CAKES Orange Glazed Pound Cake This buttery orange glazed pound cake is a citrus lover’s dream—moist, tender, and topped with a glossy, sweet-tart glaze. Perfect for brunch, gifting, or a sunny afternoon treat! CAKES Coconut Crunch Cake Make this easy copycat recipe of Entenmann’s famous Coconut Crunch Cake at home! Layers of buttery cake, rich coconut and vanilla flavors, silky coconut glaze, and crunchy toasted coconut make this dessert irresistible. CAKES Team Winning Cocktails & Mocktails Egg-less Egg Nog AKA - Egg-Not. Sugar Free, Low-card & Keto Option " This is the classic holiday drink, with all of the creaminess and flavor but skipping... BEVERAGES Damn Good Lemonade " When life gives you lemons, make the Best Lemonade Ever! This aptly named recipe is as good as it gets: Sweet, tart, easy to throw... BEVERAGES Fresh Strawberry Lemonade "Fresh Homemade Strawberry Lemonade isn’t just refreshing, it’s also incredibly simple to make! This easy recipe can be prepped and ready... BEVERAGES Blueberry Pomegranate Lemonade Sugar Free Version also Included " As the summertime begins, there's nothing like a tall glass of ice-cold lemonade to quench your... BEVERAGES Tamalina Sunrise "This Sunrise cocktail was delicious mistake! It became my favorite and was concocted by your's truely! It's a take on the classic with... BEVERAGES

"Celebrate Valentine’s Day with romantic recipes, thoughtful gift ideas, and creative ways to show your love and appreciation." V a l e n t i n e ' s D a y 💖 Let's Make Valentine’s Day Extra Special, Fun, and Full of Love (With Handmade Gifts, Sweet Treats & More!) 💘 Tired of the same old Valentine’s routine? Let’s shake things up with creativity, laughter, and heart-melting moments! This year, ditch the store-bought stuff and make the day truly unforgettable with thoughtful handmade gifts, cozy home-cooked meals, and baking that smells (and tastes!) like love. Whether you're celebrating with a partner, friends, or flying solo, I’ve got fun, feel-good ideas to fill your day with joy, sweetness, and all the warm fuzzy vibes. 💕🍪🎁 I've have you covered for Valentine's Day 2025! Making It Special What a perfect holiday to celebrate with your loved ones. Whether it be you and your significant other friends or your little kiddos! Before I share recipes, I wanted to give you a few ideas on how to make the day a little extra special. Here are our tops tips for an amazing Valentine's Dinner: Use champagne glasses for sparkling cider or another yummy drink to make it more special. (Plastic for the kids) Add some candles to your dinner to make it a little more special. Add a coloring book and box of crayons to the table for the kids to color before or during dinner. Keep all the food pink or red to make it extra festive! Include fondue with the dinner. Whether it’s savory cheese or sweet caramel or chocolate with fruit, everyone will love it! Dinner for 2, 4, 6 or 8? When it comes to building a menu for Valentine’s, it all starts with the main dish. Are you cooking for 2? A couple of gal pals? The entire family? Once you’ve decided that, you can go on to pick your appetizers, drinks, sides, and dessert. I feel it's always a good idea to do a mix of homemade and store bought food so you don’t have to create every part of the meal. For example, make the main dish and buy a bagged salad and fruit for sides. Make the dessert and buy the drink. Makes for less work, but just as good. Semi-Homemade is the best! My Valentine's Main Dish Top Picks Spaghetti & Meatballs Fettuccini Alfredo Lemon Pepper Tilapia Steak Florentine VIEW ALL POSTS My Valentine's Side Dish Top Picks Zuppa Toscana Soup Stuffed Mushrooms Parmesan Crusted Roasted Asparagus Ramen Noodle Asian Salad VIEW ALL POSTS Decorations, Desserts & Drinks I want to share all of my best tips and tricks that have helped me over the years to help you with all your special holiday meal planning. VALENTINE'S DAY DESSERT DRINKS & GIFT TIPS I love to make this a special day for my Husband. And one of the best ways to do that is with a dessert or special treat! Here are a few tips: Use Cute Decor: Pink, red or heart plates make the table festive. Even a few balloons or a pretty bouquet centerpiece make it look special. Don’t stress if you don’t have time for dessert! There are great ideas on this list, but other store-bought ideas include: chocolate covered strawberries, mini chocolate heart boxes or favorite candy bars for each guest or kid. Another easy dessert idea is FONDUE!! Use my homemade cookies and cream dip , cream cheese fruit dip or cannoli dip and have fruits, marshmallows, mini cookies and more to dip in. Use champagne glasses for sparkling cider or another yummy drink to make it more special. (Use plastic for the kiddos.) Sprinkle the table with candy conversation hearts or other Valentine’s candy. You can even add a small box of Oreo truffles to each plate as a treat for after dinner. Make sugar cookies for a treat and let the kids frost and decorate them after dinner. Make a special jewelry piece as a gift for each of your friends, and set at each of their place settings with their names on them. My Valentine's Dessert Top Picks Oreo Truffles Heart-Shaped Sugar Cookies Crustless Cheesecake Valentine's Peanut Butter Blossoms VIEW ALL POSTS Valentine's Gift Ideas GIFTING VALENTINE'S TRUFFLES & COOKIES Gifting cookies is big tradition for me, so here are some of my top tips for packaging and gifting cookies for any holiday or occasion: The easiest is to put the cookies in a store bought box or tin. Dress it up by putting piece of tissue paper, or holiday/occasion inspired napkin, in the box before placing the cookies inside and finish it off with a pretty bow of ribbon or twine. Wrap in Cellophane: On a cute ceramic plate cover with plastic wrap or doily. Stack cookies in a pyramid form. Place the plate in the center of a piece of cellophane, bring all the sides up over the plate and gather them together. Tie with ribbon, tulle or twine. Bake the cookies the same size and stack them in a large mouth mason jar. Cover the lid, or with fabric or paper, or wrap jar in a pretty kitchen towel. Tie a ribbon around the top and add a cute tag. Save those Pringles cans! Wash and dry, then wrap the can with decorative paper. Stack the cookies in the can, cover with the lid, and top with a gift wrapping bow. So easy! Great for teacher gifts! Tube bags make the perfect pretty cookie packages. Stack your cookies, since the top closed and tie with a ribbon and personalized tag. A brown lunch bag is pretty in its simplicity. Stack cookies in a brown lunch bag. Fold the top over and punch two holes. Thread a simple ribbon through, tulle or raffia also work, and tie the top closed. Add a cute tag to the front of the bag. OTHER GREAT GIFT IDEAS Jewelry - always makes a wonderful gift! Check out my handmade jewelry gifts for your sweetheart! Wreaths - are a huge trend right now and so easy to make. Makes a great supra gift they can use every year! Gift boxes/baskets - fill a cute container with all their favorite things. From spa products, to snacks and everything in between. Wrap in cellophane, tie with a ribbon and personalized tag. Candy Bouquet - make an easy "vase" using 4 large candy boxes and fun size and mini snack sized candy bars become the flowers. Valentine's Gifts Chocolate Kiss Rose Bouquet Gift Boxes Wreaths Gingerdoodle Cookies Jewelry Sugar Cookies / Cookie Pops Chocolate M&M Cookies Candy Bouquet VIEW ALL POSTS

"Find the perfect Father’s Day gift ideas, recipes, and celebration tips to make dad feel special and appreciated." F a t h e r ' s D a y Why not spoil the men in our lives that we love so dear with an amazing meal?! These Father's Day dinner ideas will help you do just that. Give him a day he will never forget! I've got you covered for Father's Day 2025! Celebrate Dad With A Meal! I love celebrating Father’s Day and ensuring my husband is recognized and appreciated for all he does and for being the best father and hubby on the planet. One of the ways I celebrate is with a delicious homemade dinner on this special occasion! I will even recreate his favorite restaurant meal on occasion. Savory to sweet. There’s a mix of classic and unique main dishes , side dishes , and desserts for every skill level and taste preference! Gift ideas. Besides delicious recipes, we’ve included creative non-food ideas for celebrating Father’s Day, adding an extra special touch to the occasion. For every dad. Whether your dad is a meat and potatoes kind of guy, or loves a loaded salad , or a Pepperoni Pizza , there are plenty of yummy ideas to add to your Father’s Day menu. Delicious Menu Ideas To play, press and hold the enter key. To stop, release the enter key. Plan the Menu Whether you’re planning a small dinner for Dad or hosting a large gathering, planning your Father’s Day meal menu ahead of time helps: Watch local grocery store ads for sales. Make any new recipes ahead of time to work out trial and error. (Hey it happens to the best of us!) Make it a pot luck gathering. Allow friends and family to bring a dish. Include dishes that can be made ahead of time. (This is always a saver for me!) Make sure you have enough time and space to cook everything. Using a crock pot helps free up the oven and stovetop space. Grilling Tips A backyard barbecue is a common way we celebrate Father’s Day. Some Dads love to grill but others may appreciate a break from the duty. Here are a few tips to help you step in: Take the meat out of the fridge 20-30 minutes before grilling. Create a chart that lays out what item will be grilled in what section, as well as how long each piece of meat will need to cook. Do not overlap the different types of food before or during grilling. Use a meat thermometer to test the temperature of each type of meat. (Be sure to clean it off with soapy water between uses so you don't cross contaminate.) It can be tempting to poke, prod, and flip the meat, but don’t. It would help if you only flipped it once. By doing so you allow each side to heat up enough to start forming a nice caramelized crust. Grilling vegetables takes a fraction of the time as the meat. Since meat needs to rest once it is done cooking, this is a perfect time to reduce the heat and grill up your veggies. If you add BBQ Sauce or other flavorful sauces too early, it just tends to char. Allow your meat to cook almost completely before coating it with the sauce. Allow meat to rest for a few minutes before cutting. This will hold in the juices so you don't loose all the flavor . Best Father's Day Lunch & Dinner Ideas Grilled Steaks are always a hit with the guys. Marinated, or dry rubbed, and grilled to perfection with a side of corn on the cob and loaded baked potatoes and you're good to go! Or check out this long list of King-approved favorites that any guy is sure to love – like my finger licking, bite off the bone baby back ribs! Top Main Dish Ideas View More Main Dishes BBQ Ribs Sticky Chicken Wings Baked & Grilled Salmon Grilled Sirloin Steaks Top Side Dishes View More Side Dishes Macaroni Salad Potato Wedges Aunties Potato Salad "Un-baked" Mac & Cheese Top Drink Ideas View More Drinks Orange Iced Tea Blueberry Pomegranate Lemonade Tin Can Margaritas Fresh Strawberry Lemonade Fit For a King Desserts View More Desserts Slutty Brownies Monster Cookies Cherry Swirl Cheese Cake Bars Cookies & Cream Ice Cream Making Father's Day Fun Aside from spoiling them with a few homemade gifts, making dinner for DAD is at the top of my celebration list. Here are some other fun ways to make the day special. To go all out, use your dad’s favorite hobby as a theme for the meal. Crown him “ King for the Day” and turn his seat at the table into a throne. Have kids help cook dinner. Younger kids can help wash produce, pour, and stir. Older kids can help peel and cut produce. They can measure and follow simple recipes. Teens 12+ should be able to cook on the stove and in the oven. Take him to his favorite ice cream parlor. Plan to do dad’s favorite activity- have a video game competition, go to a car show, go fishing, play catch or his favorite board game. Serve him breakfast in bed. (That's always a hit in my house!) Begin a memory book. Ask questions about his childhood and record the answers. Continue to ask new questions each week and present him with a completed book the next year. Great Gifts for Dad View More Gift Ideas Candy Bouquet Gift Boxes Nutella Filled Peanut Butter Sandwich Cookies Easy Pecan Turtle Candy Bites