Kentucky Butter Cake Cookies

All of the buttery flavors of the traditional Kentucky Butter Cake but in a cookie that is made with a cake mix.

INGREDIENTS:

• 1 box white cake mix
• 2 eggs {whisked}
• 1/3 cup butter {melted}

Glaze:

• 1/4 cup butter
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1 tbsp water
• 1 tsp vanilla

INSTRUCTIONS:
Cookies:

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
2. Combine cookie ingredients in large bowl and mix until completely incorporated. NOTE: Dough will be thick.
3. Using a medium sized cookie scoop {or heaping tablespoon}, scoop cookies onto a parchment lined cookie sheet.
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HOW TO MAKE CREAMY POLENTA WITH PARMESAN CHEESE

A fantastic basic recipe for the best cheesy polenta, with a perfectly creamy texture.

INGREDIENTS:

• 4 cups water
• 1 cup milk
• Kosher salt
• 1 cup coarse or medium-grind cornmeal
• 3 tablespoons butter
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Bring the water and milk to a boil in a heavy-duty sauce pan or small Dutch oven. Stir in 1 1/2 teaspoons salt.
2. Gradually sprinkle the polenta into the pan while whisking at the same time. Turn the heat to a very low simmer, cover and continue to cook the polenta for 25 - 30 minutes, until it's thick, fluffy and begins to pull away from the sides of the pan. Stir occasionally so it doesn’t stick to the bottom of the pan.
3. When it's done, remove from the heat and stir in the butter, cheese and additional salt to taste if needed.
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WATERMELON JELLO SHOTS

Watermelon Jello Shots feature fresh fruits combined with jello inside of watermelon shells, and infused with vodka, so delicious and festive! They’re popular for parties and holiday get-togethers and are always a conversation-starter.

INGREDIENTS:

• 1  large watermelon
• 1 1/2 strawberries  sliced
• 1 mango
• 1  cup  red grapes
• 1  cup  melon sliced
• 1/2  cup  vodka
• 1 1/2  cups  cold water
• 3  tbsp unflavored gelatin powder
• 1 1/2  cups  boiling water

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Cut watermelon in half lengthwise. I used only half of the watermelon.
2. Scoop out watermelon flesh from one half and set aside. (You can eat the watermelon flesh, or make watermelon juice)
3. Add cut fruits to hallowed watermelon half. Then add vodka and mix well.
4. In a medium bowl, add cold water and sprinkle gelatin on top. Then add boiling water and whisk slowly for two minutes until dissolved.
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Strawberry Jello Angel Food Cake Dessert

INGREDIENTS:

• 1 ring Angel Food Cake store-bought
• 1 large pkg. Strawberry Jello
• 2 cups boiling water
• 1 regular container frozen whipped topping like Cool Whip
• 1 large pkg. frozen strawberries the kind that also have juice, not whole frozen berries

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Break 1/2 of the angel food cake in to chunks and put in the bottom of a 9x13 pan.
2. Mix Jello in a bowl with 2 cups boiling water.
3. Add strawberries immediately and stir.
4. Stir in spoonfuls of Cool Whip until well mixed.
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Bisquick Cinnamon Rolls

INGREDIENTS:

• 4 cups Bisquick mix
• 1 1/4 cup buttermilk
• 4 tablespoons sugar
• 1 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon cinnamon
• 1/2 cup chopped nuts (I used pecans)
• 2 Tablespoons butter melted
• 3/4 cup butter, melted and cooled
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 1-2 Tablespoons milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. In a large bowl, Combine Bisquick, buttermilk and sugar in a bowl using a fork. Mix just until all combined to create a dough.
2. In a medium bowl, Combine brown sugar, granulated sugar, cinnamon and nuts in separate bowl. Add 2 tablespoons melted butter and stir to moisten. Set aside.
3. Generously flour rolling surface.I know it seems like a lot but trust me, this is a sticky dough. Turn dough out onto surface and start patting into a rectangular shape with your hand. Flour your hand well also.
4. Use a rolling pin to thin dough to about 1/2 inch thickness. Do not over-roll, the dough will stick.
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Strawberry Bread

INGREDIENTS:
For the Bread:

• 3/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1/2 cup oil
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract or almond extract
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 2 cups diced strawberries
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour

For the Glaze:

• 2 cups powdered sugar
• 2 tablespoons melted butter
• 1/3 cup finely diced strawberries
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract or almond extract
• 1-2 tablespoons heavy cream or milk** (optional)

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
2. In a medium bowl, stir together the sugar, milk, oil, egg and vanilla. In a separate bowl, combine the flour, baking powder and salt. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and stir until just combined.
3. In a small bowl, toss together the strawberries and the 2 tablespoons of flour to coat the strawberries. Fold the floured strawberries gently into the batter.
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PEANUT BUTTER CUP EARTHQUAKE CAKE

INGREDIENTS:

• 1 Box of yellow cake mix
• 4 eggs
• 1 cup milk
• 2 cups peanut butter
• 2 sticks butter, softened to room temperature
• chocolate syrup
• ¼ cup milk
• 2 cups powdered sugar
• 30 chopped peanut butter cups

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. In a large bowl, mix together cake mix, eggs, 1 cup milk, 1 cup of peanut butter, and 1 stick of butter. Spread mixture in a greased 9x13" baking dish.
2. In a mixer, mix together 1 stick butter, 1 cup peanut butter, and ¼ cup milk. Slowly add in powdered sugar until frosting is mixed well.
3. Spoon half of the frosting mixture on top of the cake mix. Add 6-8 large squirts of chocolate syrup.Very gently swirl frosting and syrup into the cake mix. Don't completely mix. Make sure you get swirls into the edge of the cake pan.
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2 Ingredient Keto Chocolate Mousse

Fluffy Chocolate Mousse with just 2 Ingredient's , its Low Carb  , Keto and Gluten Free.

INGREDIENTS:

• 1 ½ cup Heavy whipping cream
• 1/3 cup Cocoa powder
• 2 tbsp Sweetener of choice stevia or swerve
• 1 tsp Almond extract optional
• Dark chocolate chunks for garnish

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. With a hand mixer or stand mixer, whip heavy whipping cream with a whisk on medium speed
2. Once it thickens, add sweetener and cocoa powder. Mix again until stiff peaks form
3. Add almond extract if desired and whisk one last time
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EASY STRAWBERRY SHORTCAKE PARFAITS

It’s pretty much been a strawberry love fest over here.
You can make this dessert as complicated (depending on the pound cake you bake), or uncomplicated (depending on the pound cake you buy), but either way, you should totally make it. It’s so easy and so delicious.

INGREDIENTS:

• • 8, 1/2 inch, slices of pound cake, cubed (homemade or store bought) – I used this recipe
• • 2 cups medium strawberries, quartered
• • 2 cups whipped cream (or Cool Whip) – I used this recipe
• • milk, optional

INSTRUCTIONS:

• Divide ingredients among 4 parfait glasses, layering as you choose. Poor a little milk down the side of .........................

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Jalapeno Popper Bread

INGREDIENTS:

• 1 loaf french bread
• 1/2 cup garlic butter softened or melted
• 4 oz cream cheese softened softened
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 1/2 cup pickled jalapeno peppers+
• 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
• 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 cups mozzarella cheese grated
• 1/2 cup cooked bacon crumbles *optional

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
2. Line a large sheet pan with parchment paper or aluminum foil.
3. Chop half of the jalapeño slices. Reserve the rest to place on top.
4. Cut the bread in half lengthwise, then place both pieces cut side up on the sheet pan. Brush both pieces with softened garlic butter. Bake for 5 minutes.
5. In a medium bowl with a hand mixer, mix together the cream cheese, sour cream, chopped jalapeños, salt and pepper. Remove the bread from the oven.
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STRAWBERRY SHORTCAKE SHISH KABOBS

INGREDIENTS:

• 2 medium packages of strawberries (20-30 berries)
• 1 loaf vanilla pound cake (you could also use angel food cake, but the pound cake is more moist and easier to skewer)
• 1 cup white chocolate chips, melted
• 10-15 popsicle sticks

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Cut the strawberries in half and the pound cake loaf into 1 inch by 1 inch squares.
2. Slide on the strawberries and cake pieces onto the skewer or popsicle stick.
3. Set on a pan or waxed paper.
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Cookie Monster Fudge

INGREDIENTS:

• 3 cups Wilton Blue Candy Melts
• 14 oz sweetened condensed milk
• 1/2 cup mini Oreos + more for topping
• 1/2 cup broken up chocolate chips cookies (like Chips Ahoy) + more for topping

DIRECTIONS:

1. Line an 8x8 baking dish with foil.
2. Over low heat on the stove, stir together the candy melts and the sweetened condensed milk until melted and smooth.
3. Stir in the cookies pieces. Pour the fudge into the baking dish.
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Unicorn Hot Chocolate

INGREDIENTS:

• 2 cups whole milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla
• 1 tablespoon Imperial Sugar Extra Fine Granulated Sugar
• 4 ounces white chocolate, chopped
• Pink food coloring
• Crème Chantilly
• Pastel sprinkles
• Colored mini marshmallows
• Blue icing

DIRECTIONS:

1. In a medium saucepan combine milk, vanilla, sugar, white chocolate, and 2 drops of pink food coloring.1
2. Heat over low heat, stirring constantly until white chocolate is melted and sugar is dissolved. Remove from heat.
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S'mores Cookie Bars

INGREDIENTS:

• 1/2 cup butter, softened
• 2/3 cup light brown sugar
• 1 egg
• 1 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 cups All-Purpose Flour
• 3/4 cup fine graham cracker crumbs
• 1/2 cup marshmallow cream
• 1/2 cup chocolate semi-sweet chocolate chips

DIRECTIONS:

1. Preheat oven to 350ºF. Line an 8x8 baking dish with parchment paper or foil.
2. Beat together the butter and sugar. Mix in the egg and vanilla.
3. Mix in the baking soda, salt, flour, and graham cracker crumbs until dough forms.
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Avocado Greek Salad & Greek Salad Dressing

INGREDIENTS:

For The Dressing:

• ¼ cup olive oil
• 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
• 1 teaspoon minced garlic (or 1 large garlic cloves, minced)
• 2 teaspoons dried oregano (plus extra to serve)
• 1/4 teaspoon salt

For The Salad:

• 1 large cucumber , halved lengthways and sliced
• 4 vine ripened tomatoes , cut into wedges
• 1 green pepper (capsicum), deseeded and sliced
• ½ red onion , sliced thinly
• 7 oz | 200 g good quality creamy feta cheese , cubed
• ½ cup (3 oz | 80 g) pitted Kalamata olives
• 1 large avocado , diced

DIRECTIONS:

1. Whisk together dressing ingredients in jug or jar.
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SOFT AND CHEWY GINGER MOLASSES COOKIES

INGREDIENTS:

•  4 cups (20 ounces) all-purpose flour
•  2 teaspoons baking soda
•  1 teaspoon salt
•  2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
•  1 teaspoon ground cloves
•  1 teaspoon ground ginger
•  1 1/2 cups (12 ounces, 3 sticks) butter, softened
•  1 1/2 cups (11.25 ounces) granulated sugar
•  2 large eggs
•  1/2 cup molasses
•  Sugar for rolling

SOFT AND CHEWY GINGER MOLASSES COOKIES

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Line a couple large, rimmed baking sheets with parchment paper, silpat liners or lightly coat with nonstick cooking spray. Set aside.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, cloves, and ginger. Set aside
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INGREDIENTS:

• 1 Red Velvet cake mix
• Boozy Berry Filling
• 1 cup frozen raspberries, thawed and drained
• ½ cup fresh raspberries
• 1 Tbsp sugar
• 2-4 Tbsp liqueur ( Chambord, Cassis ect...)
• Cream Cheesy Sauce
• 4 oz cream cheese, softened
• ½ cup powdered sugar
• 2 Tbsp milk
• Whipped Cream
• 1 cup whipping cream
• ¼ cup powdered sugar
• 1 tsp vanilla

BOOZY RED VELVET TRIFLES

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Make Red Velvet cake as per package direction for 2 layers. Freeze one layer for later use. Cut the remaining layer into ½ inch cubes.
2. Stir Boozy Berry Filling ingredients together in a small bowl. Mash down the fresh berries just a bit.
3. Whip Cream Cheesy Sauce ingredients together in another small bowl until smooth.
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VALENTINE’S DAY CHOCOLATE COVERED STRAWBERRIES

INGREDIENTS

• 1 dozen strawberries
• 1/4 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips or Wilton dark cocoa melts
• 1/4 cup Wilton bright white chocolate melts
• 1/4 cup bright pink chocolate melts
• 1/4 cup pink chocolate melts
• pink chocolate melts

 DIRECTIONS

1.   Line a baking sheet with wax or parchment paper and set aside.
2.  Rinse strawberries and dry completely. Place in refrigerator to chill for 30 minutes.
3. .In a small microwave safe bowl, microwave the semi-sweet chocolate chips for 45 seconds.  Stir until completely melted and smooth.
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I guess Valentine’s Day means more than eating pizza but I know what my boys love and I definitely know how to make them happy.  And you can never go wrong with fun treats especially when they’re in the shape of hearts. Friday night is pizza night at our house.  Sometimes we order pizza and sometimes we make our own.  With Valentine’s coming up, I thought it would be fun to make our own heart pizzas.  Plus, we’ve had so much fun eating heart shaped food that it just seemed like the perfect idea.

VALENTINE’S DAY HEART PIZZAS

Ingredients:

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 Thin and Crispy Pizza Crusts
• 1/2 cup pizza sauce
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• Pepperoni and your favorite pizza toppings (optional)
• Italian seasoning

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
2. Cut pizza crusts into hearts using a heart cookie cutter. My cookie cutter measures 5 inches wide.
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Gooey Salted Caramel Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars

My family is crazy about these dessert bars… so crazy that we couldn’t stop eating them.  They’re ooey and gooey and everything you’d ever want in a dessert.  I ended up sending most of the batch to my son’s lacrosse team party.  The platter came home empty!

 

Gooey Salted Caramel Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars

Ingredients:

• 1 cup (2 sticks) salted butter, at room temperature
• 1 cup packed light brown sugar
• 1/2 cup granulated white sugar
• 2 large Eggland's Best eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
• 1 14-ounce can sweetened condensed milk
• 10 ounces soft caramels, unwrapped (about 40 pieces)
• 1 teaspoon flaked sea salt

Directions:

1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.  Line a 9x13-inch baking pan with foil and coat liberally with cooking spray.
2. In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to combine the butter and both sugars on medium speed for 2 minutes until fluffy.
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