Category Archives: Dessert

Jan 2012
Chocolate Peanut Butter Pretzel Balls

With three weeks into the new year, I am happy to say I am still on track with my resolution to eat healthier and lose weight. I’ve been working out more regularly, tracking my calories on a daily basis, and … Continue reading →

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Dec 2011
Oreo Cheesecake Bites

Cheesecake is probably my most favorite dessert to make, and of course to eat. The only “problem” with cheesecake is that it is so rich and filling, even a small slice leaves me full. The best solution? Make cheesecake bites! By … Continue reading →

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Posted in Cheesecake, Christmas, Dessert, Oreo | 4 Comments

Dec 2011
Peppermint Popcorn Crunch

Popcorn seems to be the “it” thing to make this year, as I’ve been seeing flavored popcorn recipes pop up all over the internet lately. I love the combination of sweet and salty, and popcorn offers something different from the usual chocolate … Continue reading →

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Dec 2011
Peanut Butter Chocolate Cookie Cups

If you are looking for something to give you a sugar buzz, look no further. This dessert is super rich, and so sinfully sweet that it may cause you to go into a sugar coma. It is also perhaps my new … Continue reading →

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Posted in Cookies, Dessert, Ice Cream & Frozen Treats | 2 Comments

Nov 2011
Miniuature Pies

Serving food in bite size portions seems to be all the rage these days - mini slider burgers, mini deep dish pizzas, bite size lasagna, and now – mini pies! Not only are these tiny pies super cute, they work out … Continue reading →

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Oct 2011
Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars

Normally, I am not one to shy away from complicated desserts. I love to challenge myself in the kitchen, and tackle recipes that can take a lot of time (and a lot of dirty dishes) to make. One of my … Continue reading →

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Oct 2011
Caramel Apple Cheesecake Dip

Obviously, I have quite the obsession with pumpkin around this time of year, but let’s not forget that apples are bountiful this time of year as well! Nothing goes better with apples than a little caramel to dip them in. … Continue reading →

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Posted in Appetizer, Dessert, Dips | 1 Comment

Oct 2011
Peanut Butter Chocolate Crispy Bars

I’ve made tons of fancy desserts in my lifetime, but one of my favorite desserts of all time remains the classic rice crispy treat. There is nothing I love more than taking a bite of a gooey, buttery rice crispy treat. The … Continue reading →

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Aug 2011
Chocolate Chip Cookie Delight

If you’ve been reading my blog for a while, you’ve noticed that I almost always cook from scratch.  As I’ve advanced in my cooking, I’ve really gotten away from boxed mixes and instant meals and desserts – for both health … Continue reading →

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Jun 2011
Pastry Hearts

Pastry hearts can be found in almost every bakery in Buffalo. They are a relatively simple concept – basically you sprinkle puff pastry with cinnamon and sugar, fold, cut and bake. That’s it! The glaze on top is optional, but really, … Continue reading →

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