These cute little Love Bugs will be sure to give your little ones a huge smile on Valentine’s Day. Make them for a party, set up a station in your child’s classroom for all the children to make, or make them to surprise your children for a sweet little Valentine’s treat! ***A huge thank you to my friends Katina and Janelle from Comfy in the Kitchen who made this post!! What you’ll need: Pop’em Glazed Donut Holes; Vanilla Frosting; Mini Chocolate Chips; Strawberry Heart-Shaped Marshmallows; Flaked Coconut; Red Food Coloring; Nonpareils; Cherry Airheads Spread the icing all over the donut […]
Read MoreHow to Make Turkey Pops – Gobble Gobble!
Janelle from Comfy in the Kitchen and I have some friends – yes – believe it or not we have real life friends lol!!! And they are crafty!!! Katina and Shannon got together for a play date and were SO thoughtful to take photos of these ADORABLE Turkey Pops they made for their children for school! Katina writes: Looking for an edible craft to make with the kids for Thanksgiving? Check out these fun Turkey Pops! My sweet friend, Shannon, and I had a fun time putting these treats together for our children’s Thanksgiving party at school! What you […]
Read MoreEasy Crescent Roll Apple Dumplings
Janelle from Comfy in the Kitchen is showing us what to do with all of our fall apples – make Amazingly Easy Crescent Roll Apple Dumplings!!! I’ve had these at her house and they are DEEEE-licious!!! She writes: I’ll never forget the first time I tried these Apple Dumplings at my Mother-in-Law’s house. She walked out of the kitchen wearing oven mitts holding the pan in her hands. She had a huge grin on her face and said I would never believe it- “Mountain Dew” was the *secret ingredient! “WHAT?!, who would ever think to put Mountain Dew in Apple Dumplings?!” I […]
Read MoreBest Ever Snickerdoodles
I LOVE this recipe and last year when I made these I took pictures of me and Lexi making them – I’ll post them at the bottom – but first – here’s Janelle from Comfy in the Kitchen with her tasty recipe! Janelle writes: When last minute company is heading over, what do you make? Snickerdoodles! When you are fresh out of chocolate chips and your teenage son’s friends come over to “hang out”, what do you make? Snickerdoodles! When it’s cold and rainy outside and you are in the mood to bake something simple with the kidos…what do […]
Read MoreHomemade Crock Pot Applesauce
Janelle from Comfy In the Kitchen has the perfect fall recipe for us!! Janelle writes: Who would have thought that making applesauce was soooo easy? I have had numerous people tell me that after making this recipe, they vow never to buy store-bought again! I can’t say that will happen for sure..but I can say, this will probably be added to your “must make” Fall recipes each year! What child wouldn’t want to come home from a long day at school to the smell of homemade applesauce? Fresh apples from the orchard – I used Gala Peel […]
Read MoreIncredible Edible Dirt Pudding
Janelle from Comfy In the Kitchen is back with a fun summer recipe! She Writes: Dirt pudding is so easy…so fun…so yummy! Adults and children alike enjoy this special dessert. You can dress it up with wormies, put it in a flower pot {or small pots like the ones shown above}, or simply serve it with the oreo “dirt” topping in a serving bowl. No matter the initial presentation, there will surely be a bowl licked clean in the end! Enjoy! {This recipe can be multiplied to your desired amount} *Oh, yes…I do enjoy making my own whipped cream but […]
Read MoreEasy Peasy Delicious Dump Cake
Janelle from Comfy in the Kitchen is back with a delicious recipe for us! This one is easy peasy and tasty – just don’t count the calories people lol!! Janelle writes: This recipe is so easy, a 4 and 6 year old can make it! I am not typically a pineapple lover..but I have to say this recipe is deeeeeelicious! It is one of “those” recipes that if left on the counter, covered, you get a fork..lift the foil… and take a bite before you leave the kitchen…over and over….agh! This is a keeper! 5 Ingredients. 1 box yellow cake mix, […]
Read MoreTriple Berry Cobbler – Easy
Janelle from Comfy in the Kitchen has the perfect summer desssert for us! Janelle writes: Just the smell of this delicious dessert will have you drooling! Summer has arrived and I can’t think of a better dessert to make with fresh berries. Using pre-made pie crust makes this a very quick and easy recipe, but still tastes every bit as homemade. Serve this warm with vanilla bean ice cream. Mmmm…. Sugar, flour, butter, vanilla Whisk together into a paste Rinse and drain fresh blackberries, blueberries, and raspberries in a colander Stir together gently with a large spoon. On a […]
Read MoreThe Jello Secret – How To Make It Firm Enough to Cut
I LOVE this recipe from Janelle at Comfy in the Kitchen – because I am famous for making Jello that must be eaten with a fork – not the fingers! Janelle writes: Have you ever made the Jell-o Jiggler recipe on the back of your Jell-o box only to be disappointed because it just wasn’t solid enough to cut? Well, here is secret you all have been waiting for…..drum roll please! (lol) Knox Gelatin. Making finger Jell-O for the masses….lol. Finger Jell-O 3 small boxes of Jell-O 4 envelopes of Knox gelatin (the secret!) 4 cups boiling water Whisk […]
Read MoreStrawberry Pretzel Salad
Oh my word – I LOVE this Strawberry Pretzel Salad and am SO excited to share it with you all today! Janelle from Comfy in the Kitchen is back and she writes: Let me tell you, there are NEVER leftovers of this! I have had many requests to make this on the Comfy blog…so here it is Ladies!!! The pretzel crust along with the cream cheese and strawberries offers a sweet and savory mixture that is SURE to please everyone in your family! I made this for our bible study…but I knew I had to make a small extra one […]
Read MoreStrawberry Jell-O Poke Hole Cake {Allergy Friendly}
My favorite recipe blogger (and a real life friend) Janelle – is here again to share with you a wonderful summer dessert! She writes: One of the biggest challenges I have had eating gluten-free has been passing on cakes and breads. Now I know there are gluten free options out there, but there are few and far between that taste as good as the real thing. Why eat the extra calories if it isn’t going to be worth it? I’ve tried some recipes that require special trips to special markets…not going to happen all the time with this stay […]
Read MoreStrawberry Bananas N’ Creme Fruit Smoothies
My FAVORITE Food Blogger and personal real-life friend – Janelle from Comfy In the Kitchen is back with a great smoothie recipe! She writes: Oh, how I love a cool, fresh, fruit smoothie! Make these for breakfast or have them as a treat on a sunny afternoon. Here is a delicious recipe you and your entire family will enjoy! This is a healthier option in place of going out for ice cream or making milkshakes at home, yet still just as satisfying! Strawberries, ice, bananas, orange juice, vanilla soy milk Blend well Serve with a straw and enjoy! Strawberry- Banana’s n Creme […]
Read MoreHow To Make Bunny Cupcakes
Next week I plan to share some fun, spiritual Easter activities we can do with our children – but today I’m featuring Janelle from Comfy In the Kitchen and her adorable bunny cupcakes! She writes“I found a photo of these cute cupcakes on the Betty Crocker website a few years ago. As soon as I saw them, I couldn’t wait to make them for an Easter play date we had scheduled! The children at the play date went crazy when they saw them! Ever since, I have made them every year around Easter. I give each of my children a […]
Read MoreHomemade Starbucks Mocha Frappuccino
This is my FAVORITE Starbucks drink! There can be 10 inches of snow on the ground and I still crave this icy drink! But we all know that these little Starbucks drinks are $4 a pop! So I was DELIGHTED to find that my oldest sister, Kristen, has discovered how to make these at home – bless her heart! This is what older sisters are for right? lol! So she whipped one up (actually two and she offered me thirds but who’s counting right?) and it was delicious!!! Ingredients: 3/4 cup double-strength coffee, 3 tablespoons granulated sugar, 1 cup low-fat milk, […]
Read MoreValentine’s Day ~ Cup Cake Buffet
Janelle from Comfy In The Kitchen has the perfect Room Mom Valentine Craft and Snack – it’s a Cup Cake Buffet! Check this out!!! Janelle writes: I absolutely LOVE being a room mom for my children. The festivities, excitement, decorations, giggles, games and treats are all a part of special days I get celebrate with my youngsters. I soak up the time I can be with them at their schools…I love getting to know their teachers, their friends, and the way their little personalities shift when they are in a different enviornment. I especially delight in my children’s faces […]
Read MoreIdeas For How to Throw a Princess Party
Janelle from Comfy In The Kitchen is back with a fun birthday idea! She attended the birthday party of a mutual friend and look at these great ideas! She writes: I had the blessing of being invited to a sweet princess birthday party for my friend Katina’s little girl. Katina did such a great job making her daughter feel like a princess, I just had to share it with all of you. The children’s menu was simple, yummy, and adorable. I will be stealing some of these ideas when making a lunch for our church’s mother/daughter tea! What better time to make the […]
Read MoreBeautiful Christmas Truffles
Janelle from Comfy in the Kitchen has a REAL treat for us today!!! She writes: These are incredibly easy, yet elegant treats to make for the holidays. If you are not a baker -these are perfect. If you are a baker- add them to your cookie tray for a chocolaty treat. You are going to love these melt-in-your mouth beauties! I made them this week for my husband’s clients (along with cookies) Heat cream and butter on medium high heat while stirring. Do this until until slightly boiling. Let simmer for 2 mins. Remove pan from heat and add vanilla, […]
Read MoreQuick & Super Easy: RoloTurtles
I bag of Rolo candies, 1 bag of square pretzels, 1 small bag of pecan halves (I purchase my pecans at Marc’s because they are less expensive there) I love this recipe from Janelle at Comfy In The Kitchen!!! This is my kind of Christmas cookie – quick and easy lol! Janelle writes: Here is an easy and YUMMY recipe for the holidays…the perfect mixture of sweet and savory! You can add these little treats to a cookie tray, place them in a Christmas box with tissue paper as a gift, or have them out in candy […]
Read MoreSimple and Fun Turkey Cookies
Here’s a fun weekend activity for the kids! These cookies take just 3 ingredients! Pillsbury Sugar Cookie dough, icing (shaded orange) and candy corn. Cut slices and bake them according to the package directions. Then let your little people ice half of the turkey and use the candy corn for feathers. I shaded some of the icing orange and placed it inside of a ziploc baggie and clipped the corner. Voila! Have a great weekend! Walk with the King! Courtney
Read MoreLow-Fat Pumpkin Trifle
Janelle from Comfy In The Kitchen writes: “I brought this dessert to Courtney’s house when she hosted a wonderful Thai meal last week. I had so many ladies come up to me and ask me for the recipe….so here it is! A beautiful, delicious, festive and low-fat (yes, I said it!) dessert for the holidays! This is a recipe I used from my “Taste of Home Entertaining” book. It is the most requested recipe from “Taste of Home’s, Light and Tasty ” magazine. Start off by making the cake part of the Trifle: Combine spice cake, 1 egg, […]
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