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3 squares of the cookie cake cut and placed on a white place, surrounded by a few valentine red and pink m & ms.
Double Chocolate Chip Cookie Cake | Valentine’s Cookie Cake Baked GoodsDessertsDessertsKids FavoritesUncategorizedValentines
February 5, 2026

Double Chocolate Chip Cookie Cake | Valentine’s Cookie Cake

This recipe came about during the holiday season when I wanted a festive dessert to feed 10 people staying in our home who love desserts.   I tested this originally without the cocoa but decided I wanted it to be a little richer for my chocolate-loving French in-laws.  So I continued testing it, and now it's a Valentine's Day-themed cookie cake.  What's great is that you can tailor it to any…
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A Santa statue holding a plate of double chocolate chip cookies with red and green m & m's
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December 11, 2025

Ten Holiday Sweet Treats

With the holidays upon us, festive and delicious food ideas are top of mind. We have many favorite sweet treat traditions to share! We hope you find something on this list that will appeal to your crowd's seasonal tastes. #1 Super-Sized Cinnamon Roll This is our best holiday breakfast tradition! Making a giant, supersized cinnamon roll with my kids in preparation for Christmas morning has quickly become one of the…
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Black Cherry Chocolate Martini prepared in a martini glass with a chocolate rim and garnished with chocolate shavings and black cherries.
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February 10, 2025

Black Cherry Chocolate Martini

Nothing tops the smooth, creamy sweetness of a chocolate martini for special occasions.  Add a hint of black cherry, and I am pretty sure you cannot help but smile while tasting one of these decadent delights.  This makes it a perfect celebration for the end of a rough day or a significant accomplishment.   Fun Fact:  The original chocolate martini has a rich taste and history, bringing nostalgia for old…
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A Santa statue holding a plate of double chocolate chip cookies with red and green m & m's
Double Chocolate Christmas Cookies Baked GoodsChristmasDessertsKids FavoritesUncategorized
December 12, 2024

Double Chocolate Christmas Cookies

These double chocolate Christmas cookies are easy to make and a new favorite in our homes. A spin on a traditional chocolate chip cookie, this recipe has more chocolate and seasonal flare!  Add these to your cookie-making list for neighbors or just for your family. You won't be disappointed. The Double Chocolate Christmas Cookie Ingredients The original recipe for these double chocolate chip cookies came from our Aunt K. The…
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5 double chocolate chip cookies on a white plate
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December 8, 2024

Double Chocolate Chip Cookies

Our Aunt K makes these delicious, chewy double chocolate chip cookies and they have become a family favorite.  If you are a chocolate lover like us, you will definitely enjoy these too. Double Chocolate Chip Cookie Ingredients The ingredient list for these cookies is simple, as they are basically like typical chocolate chip cookies but with the bonus of more chocolate!  You will need 1 stick (1/2 cup) softened butter,…
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pumpkin cheesecakes on a cake stand. one is cut open to expose the nutella layer above the crust. All garnished with whipped cream and cinnamon sprinkles.
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November 14, 2024

Mini Pumpkin Cheesecakes with Nutella

These mini pumpkin cheesecakes with Nutella have all our favorite seasonal flavors in one tiny dessert.  The Nutella is a thin, smooth layer of chocolate hazelnut providing depth of flavor and a nice texture transition between the crunchy crust to the soft and light pumpkin cheesecake layers.  This recipe is a new favorite for the holiday season.  The mini cheesecakes are sized perfectly for serving at holiday gatherings when multiple…
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Pumpkin pie square piece on a white plate, with a side of whipped cream and sprinkled with pumpkin pie spice
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October 21, 2024

Pumpkin Pie Squares

For all of those pumpkin pie fans out there, this is a fun recipe to try.  Inspired by what would have been our grandmother's 100th birthday this past September, I was looking through her recipe binder.  This was the first recipe I found! I love the textures, spices, and full fall flavors in this pumpkin pie squares recipe.  It has been fun to play with ratios, as her recipe has…
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Fruit salad prepared in a bowl, garnished with mint leaves
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August 29, 2024

Boozy Fruit Salad with Cointreau

For a festive and flavorful dessert or side dish, try this Boozy Fruit Salad with Cointreau.  It is an adult fruit salad marinated in Cointreau, a delicious orange liqueur.  We love to serve this as a dessert after a heavy meal, at brunch, or even while entertaining family or friends for lunch. Kid Tip:  This is also fun to make with kids.  While I was assembling the adult version, my…
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Mixed berry cobbler prepared on a white plate with a scoop of vanilla icecream, on a woven placemat and a backdrop of red and white checked tablecloth
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July 22, 2024

Mixed Berry Cobbler

If you need a quick and easy dessert, this mixed berry cobbler is perfect!  With a blend of your favorite seasonal fresh berries and a flavorful crust on top, you and your guests will love this sweet treat.  This cobbler is suited for summertime family gatherings, as it serves a small dinner group. Truth be told, I have never been a fruity dessert person.  However, I was introduced to a…
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Sopapilla Cheesecake bar on a plate, sprinkled with cinnamon and ready to eat.
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June 19, 2024

Sopapilla Cheesecake Bars

If you need an easy dessert idea, these sopapilla cheesecake bars are a delicious crowd-pleaser!  I have made these sweet, creamy delights when taking dessert to a friend's for dinner or just to have around for my kids and their friends during play dates.  This is a great recipe to make with kids also, as it is simple and they love the final product.   Sopapilla Cheesecake Bar Ingredients The…
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