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This amazing cake makes an impressive centerpiece for any party or family gathering. Serve alongside Double Chocolate Chip Muffins for the perfect spread. This recipe was a mistake. A beautiful mistake, but a mistake all the same. It was born from a recipe development that went wrong but turned out amazing in the end. I made a chocolate chip cake but found it wasn’t quite sweet enough. I had friends coming over and I wanted to save the cake....

Love shortbread? We have anything from Billionaire Shortbread to fruity tarts with a shortbread base. Shortbread cookies aren’t just for the holidays. These delicious, sweet treats have a superb texture and just melt in your mouth. They’re perfect with a cup of coffee or tea, but let me tell you – make them, and you’ll be snacking all day! This recipe is super easy to make and comes together with just a few ingredients you probably have in your pantry!...

Easy Christmas Cookies You’ll Make Year After Year Can you believe it’s almost Christmas? The holidays will be here before you know it! One of the best things about the holiday season is all of the home-baked goodies, and these cookies are a family tradition in my house. If you’re an Oreo fan, you’ll love these homemade Christmas cookies. This recipe is a holiday riff on my Homemade Oreos recipe. They’re easy to make and taste much better than the packaged version....

Quickly Soften Cream Cheese To quickly soften cream cheese without melting it, simply cut the block into smaller cubes and spread them out on a plate. Let the cubes sit at room temperature for about 15-20 minutes. Use Parchment Paper Liners In Your Air Fryer Use parchment paper liners in your air fryer to make cleanup a breeze and prevent food from sticking! Cut a sheet of parchment paper to fit the bottom of your air fryer basket, place it in the basket before adding your food, and cook as usual....

I love stovetop mac and cheese, but If you’re hosting a holiday meal and need a side to feed a crowd, this decadent dish is perfect for entertaining. Creamy Baked Mac and Cheese is a classic comfort food, but it can seem daunting if you’ve never made it homemade before. There’s no need to worry, we’ll walk you through it one step at a time. I suggest reading this post in its entirety or to skip to the section you’re interested in, you can use the table of contents below....

There’s nothing more satisfying than turning a complex classic recipe into something much simpler and healthier. Take traditional garlic knots, they are normally made with plenty of yeast, sugar, butter, and flour. I took it as a challenge to take the rather convoluted recipe and make it much simpler while using fewer ingredients and keeping the exact same taste and texture. Looking at my kids when they ate them, I can report that the mission is accomplished....

Serve with tortilla chips and homemade salsa for a great party appetizer. Guacamole is an essential party dip and it’s a must-have for any Mexican dinner! I’ve served this guacamole dip a lot over the years, and my friends and family are always excited when they see it come to the table. It’s made with the key ingredients you expect to find in authentic guacamole with the perfect balance of creaminess, spice, and acidity....

I love to make large dishes for dinner, like my Vegan Sweet Potato Casserole, Vegan Spaghetti Squash Alfredo, or Quinoa Bake With Veggies, because they are not only delicious, but they are perfect to meal-prep many days of lunches or dinners. Today, I wanted to make a similar casserole dish, but I wanted it loaded with many different kinds of veggies and full of a creamy sauce. Ingredients and Substitutions You need 5 veggies and a few ingredients for the bechamel to make this delicious dish....

If you love banana muffin recipes, I have so many of them for you, like my 3-Ingredient Banana Muffins, Oat Flour Banana Muffins, or Vegan Spinach Muffins! I wanted to make another eggless recipe, and these ripe bananas make absolutely delicious. They are convenient for a kid’s lunchbox, snack, or even quick on-the-go breakfast. Plus, they are naturally: Vegan Dairy-Free Refined-Sugar-Free Ingredients and Substitutions All you need to bake delicious moist, egg-free banana muffins are simple, wholesome ingredients that you probably have at home right now....

Buddha Bowls Buddha Bowls are packed with delicious smoky flavors and textures that will please both meat-eaters and vegetarians! With roasted sweet potatoes, quinoa, and black beans as a hearty base, topped with fresh veggies, avocado, and crispy almonds, all drizzled with a tasty cilantro citrus dressing. Get The Recipe: Buddha Bowls Baked Eggs in Avocado: Two Ways Whipping up baked eggs in avocado gives your morning a nutritious boost! You get healthy fats and potassium from the avocado (even more than a banana!...

Save time, money, headaches, and make your life easier with this ridiculously easy high-protein meal plan that you can meal prep on Sunday for several days of easy, healthy easting, from breakfast to dinner. In this week’s plan, I’ll show you how to make a super delicious High-Protein Baked Oats for breakfast, Vegan Soba Salad for lunch, Yogurt Parfait for snack, and Red Lentil Pasta for dinner. High-Protein Meal Plan #3 The goal of this meal plan is to make it easy, so you don’t have to cook every day!...

If you’re looking for a quick and easy Cranberry Sauce recipe, this is the one! It’s the perfect balance of sweet and tart, and it’s so much better than anything you can buy at the store. Made with just a few simple ingredients, it comes together in no time, so you can relax and enjoy your holiday feast. This delicious cranberry sauce can be used in a variety of ways, like in cranberry and brie tarts or cranberry scones....

We love eating vegan South American food and when we’re not making my copycat Chipotle Sofritas Recipe, we make my Vegan Enchiladas. But sometimes, we want something even more elaborate, and we do these lentil tacos! What Are Lentil Tacos? Lentil tacos are meat-free tacos filled with a lentil taco meat replacement. They are perfect for a healthy and yummy Taco Tuesday! They are naturally vegan, gluten-free, and a healthy plant-based protein meal for anyone looking to decrease meat consumption or start a vegan diet....

And guess what? The visa arrived as an early birthday gift, just the day before my special day. I was over the moon, and happy tears were flowing freely. We’ve been working on these plans for almost two years now, and having that visa in hand made everything feel so real. Now, the excitement begins as we start making concrete arrangements. Flights, movers, finding a place to rent – we’re basically starting from scratch....

Serve alongside my refreshing Sweet Peach Iced Tea and feel the sunshine even on a rainy day! These pretty little cakes are flavored with fresh peaches as well as peach schnapps and they’re perfect for summer entertaining! I don’t know anybody who doesn’t just love fresh peaches and cream, so when you combine them into a cake you just know it’s got to be good, and these are amazing! Erren’s Kitchen is written and produced for informational intentions only....

If you love a comforting breakfast that keeps you full for hours but doesn’t require hours in the kitchen, this baked protein oatmeal is for you. It’s an alternative to my Lemon Blueberry Baked Oatmeal, Peanut Butter Baked Oatmeal, or Strawberry Baked Oatmeal, but with a lot more protein! This recipe serves six easy, healthy high-protein breakfasts and takes only 2 minutes to rewarm in the morning. Plus, it’s easy to adapt to any dietary requirement....

I love making frozen desserts that are different, far from the classics, like my Banana Pudding Ice Cream or Chunky Monkey Ice Cream Bites. This shredded banana recipe is even more surprising. It’s a really easy recipe to put together and it makes a refreshing summer dessert. Ingredients and Substitutions Bananas: The bananas should be large, ripe, and peeled before freezing. Ripe bananas are naturally sweeter and will provide the best texture....

Golden Mushroom Soup Cozy up with a bowl of pure comfort! This delightful soup features a warm blend of garlic, paprika, and parsley, finished with the comforting addition of sour cream. Get The Recipe: Golden Mushroom Soup Tomato Pesto Soup This recipe makes enjoying a delicious and flavorful soup a breeze! The tomato pesto base is surprisingly simple to prepare, and the cheesy croutons add a touch of indulgence. It’s perfect for serving hot on a chilly night or chilled for a refreshing summer meal....

We love a good stir-fry. They’re quick and easy on busy weeknights, and this Steak stir-fry is not only simple to make but packed with flavor. Serve it with our fried rice or chicken lo mein, and you’ll have a homemade Asian feast that will make you throw away your take-out menu! When buying steak for stir-frying, look for cuts that are fresh and have a vibrant red color, indicating they are ready for quick cooking....

Welcome to an explosion of flavors with our delectable Stuffed Cherry Peppers! This easy-to-make appetizer is packed with a blend of rich, creamy cheeses and spices that are sure to impress your guests. Whether it’s a party, a simple family gathering, or even a game night, these stuffed peppers offer the perfect bite! Serve these mini stuffed peppers with Burrata Crostini and Baba Ghanouj for a delicious party spread that’s sure to impress!...