Recipes

This is the place to find all our recipes — everything from our most popular, sweet treats, pastries, to authentic Italian and Chinese recipes, or if you just, like, have some sad vegetables in your fridge to use up and you need some inspiration.

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Love Crunch

Love crunch is the perfect Valentine’s Day treat to make and give everyone! I’m talking teacher’s gifts, class Valentine’s Day parties, neighbors, family, friends, really anyone to let them know you are thinking of them! Made with 4 ingredients, which you might already have in your pantry, it comes together in under 15 minutes.

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Berry Croissants

These semi-homemade berry croissants are so chic and delicious, no one will realize you made them with shortcuts! The croissants are filled with a luscious cream that’s not overly sweet, then topped with the fresh berries and a light layer of powdered sugar.

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Hugs & Kisses Brownies

Show your Valentine how much you love them with these Hugs & Kisses brownies! This boxed brownie is leveled up with mini chocolate chips and a Nutella swirl to make them even more chocolatey and decadent, while still being super easy to make.

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Chocolate Turtle Candy

The perfect Holiday Candy does exist and it’s in the form of these homemade chocolate turtles! Filled with rich caramel and toasted pecans, then dipped in delicious melted chocolate and lightly sprinkled with salt flakes, who could resist?! It’s the best homemade gift to make and give to family & friends!

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Snowman Cake Pops

These snowman cake pops are the perfect treat to get your family in the Holiday mood. They are so cute and my favorite part is, they don’t have to look perfect, let it be a melting or textured snowman. It’s okay! Made with delicious leftover vanilla cupcakes, these snowman cake pops couldn’t be any easier.

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Funfetti Cake Pops

Cake pops don’t have to be labor intense to make, I have detailed out some of my tips for a quick cake pop assembly!! While these cake pops are fully homemade, you can use my base recipe, with some pre-made items to make them even easier, it’s up to you!! I mean who would’t want a bite of cake covered in a candy coating?

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S’mores Popcorn

The perfect snack to elevate your movie night popcorn! This easy snack comes together in minutes and has all the flavor of s’mores with mini mallow bits, crushed graham crackers, and chocolate chips! It’s great for parties, treat bags, movie nights, or just an every treat.

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Funnel Cake Donuts

When August hits, I instantly begin to crave funnel cakes! Here in Indianapolis the Indiana State Fair is a big deal and there’s nothing like going to get fair food. Now you can make these funnel cake donuts whenever you want fair food!! They are crispy on the outside, served with powdered sugar on top, and completely irresistible!

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Chocolate Chip Cookie Bar Ice Cream Sandwiches

Cool down with these chocolate chip cookie ice cream sandwiches aka the ultimate chipwich! Made with chocolate chip cookie bars, this ice cream sandwich is extra thick, easy to make and super delicious. So don’t wait around for the ice cream truck, it’s time to whip up a batch at home!

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Italian Pizzelles

Pizzelles are a traditional Italian cookie that are delicate, slightly sweet and cripsy, with an anise flavor. They are made in a pizzelle maker that kind of resembles a waffle maker but the grids are shallow and have an intricate design that makes the thin, waffle like cookies so beautiful!

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Turtle Brownies

These easy semi-homemade brownies are so delicious, no one will know that you used a boxed brownie mix!! Toasted pecans and a rich caramel sauce make these fudgy brownies so decadent and loaded with flavor. Whenever you’re not sure what to bring to a party, these turtle brownies are the answer!!

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Strawberries and Cookie Ice Cream

Creamy, smooth, and full of fresh strawberries; this no churn strawberries and cookie ice cream will become your summer go to recipe. It has minimum ingredients, kid approved, and a breeze to make. I know this will easily become the new family favorite dessert!

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Valentine’s Day White Chocolate Bark

Valentine’s Day doesn’t get any sweeter or easier than this fun treat! It’s a simple recipe to make with your kids, with only 3 ingredients. Crank up the music and have a kitchen dance party with your little ones, while you make this delicious white chocolate bark. It also doubles as the perfect gift to hand out to your loved ones for heart day!

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Cranberry Curd Pound Cake

Homemade cranberry curd baked into a buttery, pound cake; can life get any better?! This pound cake is lightly flavored with lemon, which adds a nice brightness to the rich cake and compliments the cranberry curd filling, without overpowering it. ‘Tis the season, why not infuse it with a little extra holiday spirit?! Cranberries it is!

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