CRANBERRY PECAN GOAT CHEESE TRUFFLES

Cranberry Pecan Goat Cheese Truffles: these festive mini cheese balls only take 15 minutes and are loaded with creamy goat cheese, cranberries and crunchy pecans!

Yield : 18 Truffles

Author : The Novice Chef Blog

INGREDIENTS

• 10 oz goat cheese
• 6 oz cream cheese
• 2 teaspoons cinnamon
• 3 tablespoons honey, plus extra for garnish
• 1 1/2 cups Fisher Nuts pecan chips, divided
• 1 cup diced dried cranberries
• 1/2 cup minced fresh parsley

INSTRUCTIONS

1. In a large bowl, beat goat cheese, cream cheese, cinnamon and honey until light and fluffy. Add 1/2 cup pecan chips, folding to combine. Set aside.

You can visit thenovicechefblog.com for full instructions.

S’MOREOS – S’MORES OREO BROWNIE BAR

What happens when you take Oreo's, brownies and s'mores and mix them together? You get the most delightful dessert ever, S'mores Oreo Brownies! Then cut them into cute little bars and they become S'mOreo Brownie Bars. Three of my favorite desserts combine into one! 

Servings: 12

Author :Jennifer Fishkind

Ingredients

• 1 box Brownie mix (pick your favorite)
• 9 Graham Crackers
• 77 Mini Oreo cookies (you could use full sized Oreos too)
• 18 Flat S'more marshmallows (aka Jet-Puffed S'moreMallows)

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 325 degrees

You can visit princesspinkygirl.com for full instructions.

EASY PUMPKIN CHEESECAKE RECIPE LOW CARB KETO THM

This easy pumpkin cheesecake recipe comes together in minutes in your food processor or blender. With less than 10 ingredients and about 10 minutes of prep time, you can have a delicious fall dessert.

Servings: 12

Author : Taryn

Ingredients

Pecan Crust:

• 2 cups pecans
• 2 tbsp butter
• 2 tbsp Trim Healthy Mama Gentle Sweet or my sweetener

Pumpkin Filling:

• 16 oz cream cheese
• 1 cup cottage cheese
• 1 cup pumpkin
• 6 eggs
• 1 cup Trim Healthy Mama Gentle Sweet or my sweetener
• 1 tbsp cinnamon

Whipped Cream Topping:

• 1 cup heavy cream
• 2 tbsp Trim Healthy Mama Gentle Sweet or my sweetener, optional

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350. Cover the bottom and sides of a 9-inch springform pan with foil to prevent any leaks.

You can visit joyfilledeats.com for full instructions.

COOKIE DOUGH ICE CREAM SANDWICHES

No baking, no churning, no spoon required for this easy dessert recipe–these vegan and paleo cookie dough ice cream sandwiches are a healthy summer treat!

Yield : 8 sandwiches

Author : Natalie

INGREDIENTS

COOKIE DOUGH

• 1 cup date paste
• 2/3 cup coconut flour
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• Pinch of salt
• 1/4 cup chocolate chips

ICE CREAM

• 3-4 frozen bananas
• 1 can full-fat coconut milk
• Optional: more chocolate chips

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Combine all the cookie dough ingredients. Mix. It should just barely hold together, if it’s too dry add more date paste.

You can visit feastingonfruit.com for full instructions.

THE BEST LEMON LOAF WITH LEMON GLAZE

Inspired by the lemon loaf from Starbucks, the best lemon loaf with lemon glaze emanates the perfect balance between sweet and tangy. It is the perfect complement to a warm cup of tea and a good book.

Yield : 1 loaf

Author : A Head of Thyme

INGREDIENTS

FOR THE LOAF:

• 3 eggs
• 3/4 cup sugar
• 1 cup light Greek yogurt
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 1 tablespoon lemon zest (or zest from 1 large lemon)
• 2 tablespoon lemon extract
• 1/4 teaspoon lemon juice
• 1 and 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt

FOR THE GLAZE:

• 1/2 cup icing sugar
• 1-2 tablespoon lemon juice

INSTRUCTIONS

LOAF:

1. Preheat oven to 350 F. Grease a loaf pan and set aside.

you can visit aheadofthyme.com for full instructions.

CREAM HORNS COOKIES (LADY LOCKS)

These Cream Horns (Lady Locks) are a must-have cookie recipe for my family. The flaky crust and creamy filling make them irresistible!

Author: Inspired by Charm

INGREDIENTS

• 2 cups 4 sticks unsalted butter, softened
• 2 tablespoons vegetable shortening (Crisco)
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 2 egg yolks
• 1 cup cold water
• 4 1/2 cups flour
• Clothespins wrapped in foil or lady lock molds

Filling:

• 2 cups milk
• 1/3 cup flour
• 1 cup 2 sticks unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup vegetable shortening (Crisco)
• 1 teaspoon vanilla
• 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
• 4 cups confectioners' sugar
• Additional confectioners' sugar for garnish

INSTRUCTIONS

1. In the bowl of a stand mixer, mix together the butter, vegetable shortening, and sugar for about 4 minutes or until light and fluffy. Then mix in the egg yolks. Finally, mix in the flour and water until combined. Chill dough for at least 2 hours or overnight.

You can visit inspiredbycharm.com for full instructions.

KETO SNICKERDOODLE CHEESECAKE BARS

Our creamy, smooth and decadent keto cheesecake bars taste just like a snickerdoodle cookie! Sugar free of course and high fat. The perfect satisfying treat. 

Servings: 9 People

Author : How To This and That

Ingredients

For the crust

• 2 tbsp butter melted
• 1/4 cup granulated sweetener
• 1 1/2 cup almond flour
• 1 tsp cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp baking soda

For the cheesecake

• 16 oz cream cheese softened
• 2/3 cup granulated sweetener divided into 1/3's
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 2 eggs plus 2 egg whites whipped
• 2 tsp cinnamon

Instructions

For the Crust

1. Combine almond flour, sweetener and baking soda. Pour in butter, mix until crumbly. 

You can visit howtothisandthat.com for full instructions.

Red Velvet Brownies (Vegan)

These brownies are ridiculously delicious and I promise you would never even know they are vegan. I took a little bit of inspiration from these fudge cookies and used both cocoa powder and chocolate chips to make them a little more decadent.

Servings: 12 brownies

Author : Modern Little Victories

Ingredients

• 2 tbsp flax eggs 2 ground flax seed + 5 tbsp water
• ½ cup vegan buter melted
• ¼ cup dark chocolate chips melted
• ½ cup sugar
• ¼ cup brown sugar
• 1 tsp vanilla
• ¾ cup flour
• ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• ¾ tsp baking powder
• ¼ tsp salt
• 1 ½ tbsp . red food coloring
• powdered sugar optional for dusting

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350* and grease a brownie pan.

You can visit modernlittlevictories.com for full instructions.

No-Bake Espresso Chocolate Cheesecake

An easy and delicious recipe for No-Bake Espresso Chocolate Cheesecake! So rich and creamy… it’s hard to stop at one slice.

Yield : 9" cheesecake

author : ashley manila

Ingredients

For the Chocolate Cookie Crust:

• (1) regular full-size package Oreo cookies, crushed into fine crumbs 
• 8 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
• 1/2 teaspoon espresso powder 

For the Espresso Cheesecake Filling:

• 14 ounces bittersweet chocolate, coarsely chopped
• 1 and 1/2 teaspoons espresso powder 
• 1 and 1/2 pounds (680g/24 ounces) full-fat cream cheese, at room temperature
• 1 cup (198g/7 ounces) granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup (53g/1 and 7/8 ounces) light brown sugar, packed
• 1 Tablespoons Dutch-process cocoa powder 
• 1 and 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract 
• 1 cup (8 ounces) heavy cream, at room temperature

For the Espresso Ganache: 

• 1 and 1/3 cups (226g/8 ounces) semi-sweet chocolate, finely chopped
• 1 and 1/4 cups (12 ounces) heavy cream
• 1/4 cup (57g/2 ounces) unsalted butter, at room temperature, cut into cubes
• 1 teaspoon espresso powder
• Espresso beans, for garnish, optional 
• Chocolate shavings, for garnish, optional 

Instructions

For the Chocolate Cookie Crust:

1. Lightly grease the bottom and sides of a 9-inch springform pan. 

You can visit bakerbynature.com for full instructions.

Soft Lemon Poppy Seed Cookies

Soft Lemon Poppy Seed Cookies Recipe - The absolute favorite bake sale cookie for spring! Melt in your mouth cookies with a pop of fresh lemon essence.

Servings: 28 Servings

Author : A Spicy Perspective

Ingredients

• 2 1/3 cups all purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup 2 sticks unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 large egg
• Zest of 2 lemons
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2 teaspoons poppy seeds, plus extra for garnish
• 3-6 drop yellow food coloring, optional

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Line baking sheets with parchment paper. In a medium bowl, mix the flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt.

You can visit aspicyperspective.com for full instructions.

KETO CUSTARD – VANILLA FLAVOUR

You can't beat homemade custard. Check out our keto custard recipe. The main ingredients in Custard are eggs and cream, so it is like a keto fat bomb.

Servings: 5

Author : Have Butter Will Travel

Ingredients

• 2 cups Pure Cream (heavy whipping cream)
• 6 Egg yolks, large
• 2 tbsp Granulated Sweetener
• 1 Vanilla Bean (or 2 tsp vanilla extract)
• 1 pinch Salt

Instructions

1. Slice the vanilla bean in half and scrape the seeds out of each side of the bean with the back of your knife

You can visit havebutterwilltravel.com for full instructions.

WORLD’S BEST KETO BROWNIES

Moist, chewy and fudgy on the inside with a crisp crinkle layer on the top making these the world’s BEST keto brownies. They’re rich and delicious and will satisfy your chocolate cravings with just 1 net carb per brownie! 

Servings: 16 brownies

Author : Gimme Delicious

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup almond flour
• 1/4 cup cocoa powder
• 3/4 cup erythritol
• 1/2 tsp baking powder
• 1 tablespoon instant coffee optional
• 10 tablespoons butter 1/2 cup + 2 Tblsp
• 2 oz dark chocolate
• 2 eggs at room temperature
• ½ teaspoon vanilla extract optional

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line an 8x8 inch or 8x9 pan with parchment paper, aluminum foil or grease with butter. 

You can visit gimmedelicious.com for full instructions.

BLUEBERRY AND WHITE CHOCOLATE CHEESECAKE

No bake, blueberry and white chocolate cheesecake. A creamy piece of deliciousness!

Servings: 6

Author : Love Foodies

Ingredients

The Base

• 2 1/2 oz or 75 g butter
• 8 oz or 220 g Digestive Biscuits (cookies see below) or Honey Graham Crackers

The Filling

• 7 oz fl or 200 ml fresh whipping cream
• 7 oz or 200 g cream cheese room temperature
• 3 1/2 oz or 200 g of Blueberries fresh or frozen
• 3 1/2 oz or 100 g White Chocolate double this amount if you have a sweet tooth!
• ***Hold back a handful of the blueberries for the top decoration

Instructions

1. Place all your digestives / Graham Crackers in a zippy bag, and using a rolling pin bash them until they become fine crumbs.

You can visit lovefoodies.com for full instructions.

PUMPKIN CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES

Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies are the perfect comfort food treat for fall! A soft and moist cookie with just the perfect amount of pumpkin flavor and scattered with chocolate chips hits the target for back to school lunches or parties!

Servings: 28 Cookies

Author : Holly

INGREDIENTS

• 2 cups flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
• 1/2 cup butter slightly softened
• 1/2 cup brown sugar packed
• 1/2 cup white sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla
• 3/4 cup pumpkin puree
• 1 egg
• 1 1/2 cup chocolate chips

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.

You can visit spendwithpennies.com for full instructions.

MILK & COOKIES CAKE

Milk & Cookies Cake! Classic milk & cookies gets a major transformation into this chocolate chip cake with milky white buttercream.

Servings: 12

Author : Olivia

INGREDIENTS

Simple Syrup (optional):

• 1/2 cup water
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar

Cake:

• 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 3/4 cup unsalted butter room temperature
• 1 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 3 large eggs room temperature
• 1 1/2 tsp vanilla
• 1 cup buttermilk room temperature
• 3/4 cup mini chocolate chips tossed in 1 Tbsp flour

Vanilla Buttercream:

• 3 large egg whites
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 1/2 cups unsalted butter room temperature, cubed
• 1 tsp vanilla

Dark Chocolate Ganache:

• 2 oz good quality dark chocolate finely chopped
• 2 oz heavy whipping cream

INSTRUCTIONS

Simple Syrup (optional):

1. Place sugar and water into a small saucepan and cook over high heat until simmering and sugar is dissolved. Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly before using on cake.

You can visit livforcake.com for full instructions

ALMOND JOY COOKIES

If you love coconut, boy are you in for a treat today! These easy Almond Joy Cookies take just four ingredients and don’t even require a mixer! No beating, no chilling, just mix ’em up and throw ’em in the oven EASY! You’re going to love these ooey gooey fabulous cookies!

Servings: 3 dozen

Author : Trish - Mom On Timeout

Ingredients

• 1 14 oz bag sweetened coconut flakes
• 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 2/3 cup chopped lightly salted almonds I used Blue Diamond Low Sodium Lightly Salted - light blue bag
• 1 14 oz can sweetened condensed milk regular or fat-free works

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 325F.

You can visit momontimeout.com for full instructions.

GINGERBREAD TRUFFLES

Easy 3-Ingredient Gingerbread Truffles - no baking required.

Serves: 36

Author: Six Sisters Stuff

INGREDIENTS

• 1 13-oz package of gingersnap cookies
• 8 oz cream cheese
• 16 oz vanilla almond bark (or white baking chocolate)
• Nutmeg for garnish (optional)

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Place gingersnaps in a food processor and crush until they are fine crumbs (if you don't have a food processor, you can put cookies in a resealable plastic bag and smash with a rolling pin until they are crumbs).

You can visit sixsistersstuff.com for full instructions.

The Best Soft Chocolate Chip Cookies

These are THE BEST soft chocolate chip cookies! No chilling required. Just ultra thick, soft, classic chocolate chip cookies!

Yield : 12 cookies (or 9 if you make the cookies HUUUGE, which I often do)

Author : Pinch of Yum

INGREDIENTS

• 8 tablespoons of salted butter
• 1/2 cup white sugar (I like to use raw cane sugar with a coarser texture)
• 1/4 cup packed light brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla
• 1 egg
• 1 1/2 cups all purpose flour (more as needed – see video)
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt (but I always add a little extra)
• 3/4 cup chocolate chips (I use a combination of chocolate chips and chocolate chunks)

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Microwave the butter for about 40 seconds to just barely melt it. It shouldn’t be hot – but it should be almost entirely in liquid form.

You can visit pinchofyum.com for full instructions. 

THE BEST SUGAR COOKIE RECIPE

We have found The Best Sugar Cookie Recipe ever and we couldn’t wait to share it so that everyone can have super yummy homemade sugar cookies.

Yield : 3 Dozen large Cookies

Author : Two Sisters Crafting

INGREDIENTS:

• 2 cups Sweet Cream Salted Butter (softened)
• 2 cups Sugar
• 2 Eggs
• 2 tbsp. Vanilla
• 4 tsp. Baking Powder
• 6 cups Flour

DIRECTIONS:

1. Add butter and sugar to your mixer.  Cream the butter and sugar until it is completely mixed.  Do not over-mix.

You can visit twosisterscrafting.com for full instructions.

Snickers Cheesecake

So let loose, make a Snickers Cheesecake, and don’t stress at all if it cracks. Because caramel. And Snickers bars. It’s all going to be okay. I promise!

Serves: 10 slices

Author: Basil and Bubbly

Ingredients:

• 24 Oreos ( regular "stuff", not Double Stuff )
• 5 tablespoons Butter, melted
• 32 ounces Cream Cheese, softened
• 1¼ cup White Sugar
• ½ cup Sour Cream
• 20 Mini Snickers, each one cut into 8 pieces (yes they will be tiny! Freezing first makes it super easy though! )
• 3 Eggs
• 1 cup packed Brown Sugar
• ½ cup Half and Half
• 4 Tablespoons Butter
• extra Mini Snickers for decorating ( Optional )
• ¼ cup Salted Peanuts for decorating ( Optional )

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.

You can visit basilandbubbly.com for full instructions.