I'll admit it, I've never made dessert in my crock pot. I always reserve it for the savory dinners like this and this, which are always perfect for an easy make-ahead meal. But, what about dessert? Having an excessive sweet tooth, I'm always thinking about dessert before dinner. You have to moderate how much you eat at dinner to save room for dessert, right? With that said, let's make dessert before dinner, so that it'll be ready in perfect time for dinner! This Crock Pot Chocolate Cake couldn't be easier to whip up and there's no cutting the cake and trying to wedge that first piece out either! You just scoop some out of the crock pot, almost like you would a cobbler. I have to admit though, this is probably the moistest cake I've ever eaten. Once you start eating it, you … [Read more...]
S’mores Pie
Have you ever seen such a sight? The ultimate s'mores dessert.It's like the best combination of a pie, brownie, and of course, a s'more!The crust is pure graham cracker deliciousness. The chocolate filling is like a brownie collided with a pecan pie...without the pecans, of course. Then, the topping, is just good old toasted marshmallows!The dream team made into a pie.So, before you hesitate any longer, go make this s'mores pie. You won't regret it!Happy National S'mores Day!S'mores PieIngredientscrust14 sheets low fat graham crackers1 stick unsalted butterfillingadapted from A Little Bit Crunchy1 stick unsalted butter1 ounce dark chocolate (I used 85% Indigo chocolate)2 eggs1 cup sugar1 tablespoon vanilla extract1/8 teaspoon salttopping1 cup mini marshmallowsHow-ToPreheat the oven … [Read more...]
S’mores Milkshake
I'm a total sucker for s'mores. That's probably because fall is my all-time favorite season and sitting around a camp fire eating s'mores is the perfect evening in my eyes! However, in the heat of my South Carolina summers, making a fire is way too easy. Come on, you can scramble an egg on the sidewalk! We will not be whipping out the fire pit during August. No, thank you. But, what we will be doing is making s'mores milkshakes! It's delectably refreshing and tastes just like the real thing! The marshmallow fluff and graham crackers make for a lusciously smooth texture and the crunch of the cold chocolate is just something you can't beat. So, go cool off with your favorite camp fire treat, in ice cold form! S’mores Milkshake Ingredients 2 low fat graham … [Read more...]
Shamrock Fudge for St. Patrick’s Day
St. Patrick's Day is right around the corner and there are delicious St. Patrick's Day recipes flying all around the place. This delicious fudge in shamrock green is sure to be a favorite! Shamrock Green Mint Fudge for Saint Patrick's Day is the perfect fudge to take to a party - or keep for yourself. Shamrock Saint Patrick's Day Fudge Shamrock Fudge is an incredibly simple, but super fun and delicious treat. Minty and chocolatey, and of course, bright green. This fudge is sure to be a hit wherever you serve it! Shamrock St. Patrick's Day Fudge Ingredients: 10 oreo cookies 1 container vanilla frosting 12 ounces white chocolate chips 2 teaspoons real mint extract food coloring (to desired color) Shamrock St. Patrick's Day Fudge Directions: In a food processor, … [Read more...]
3 Ways to Find Bliss
Chocolate is a big deal around my house. We love chocolate cake and this home-made chocolate frosting recipe from Rachel looks like the perfect way to top it in chocolatey goodness! I have to tell y’all — I’m not really a chocolate frosting person but this — this chocolate frosting with the subtle undertones of cinnamon and the creamy richness from the evaporated milk and real cocoa – ZOMG!!!! YUM. Thanks Rachel for sharing this great recipe. I can't wait to try it out! This time of year I spend a lot of time outside gardening and hanging out with my guys. Teresa's Backyard Furniture post had so many great ideas for decorating and creating living spaces outside. We especially love to use our outdoor fireplace. Boys like fire. It's a scientifically proven … [Read more...]
Pine Bark (Cracker Candy) Recipe
This is a fabulously easy recipe that makes deliciously chocolaty treats. Everyone will be so surprised that the base of these goodies is saltine crackers. Preheat your oven to 400 degrees at some point while doing the next several steps, based on how long your oven takes to preheat to that temperature. Cover a cookie sheet (with sides) with foil, and then grease the foil. (I just use some cooking spray.) Set out about a sleeve's worth of Saltine crackers -- salt side up. Prepare 1 cup of butter (two sticks), as you will be boiling it. To me, it is always easier when you cut them into pats of butter instead. Plop them all into the sauce pan, and start melting them! Add in 1 cup of packed brown sugar. Starting to look good! Keep stirring frequently while … [Read more...]
