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Air Fryer Valentine's Day pop tarts on plate closeup

Air fryer Valentine’s Day Homemade Strawberry Pop Tarts

1/18/21
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These air fryer homemade strawberry pop tarts are unbelievably easy to make with pre-made pie crusts, strawberry preserves, and a delicious glaze. Don’t forget the sprinkles on top! Ok, I've done it. I've Continue Reading

Filed Under: Baked goodies, Breakfast/Brunch, Desserts, Food, Indulgences, Valentine's Day

M&M hot cocoa bombs above

M&M Valentine’s Day Hot Cocoa Bombs

1/11/21
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These M&M Valentine's Day hot chocolate bombs are hollow chocolate spheres that are filled with hot cocoa mix (thus the name) and then decorated. Drop them into a mug of hot milk to melt and mix into the milk to Continue Reading

Filed Under: Beverages, Desserts, Food, Indulgences, kid-friendly, Valentine's Day Tagged With: hot chocolate bomb recipe, hot chocolate bombs, hot cocoa bombs

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Adorable Santa Gnome Cake Mix Cookies

12/22/20
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These Santa Gnome Cake Mix Cookies are an ultra-easy cookie recipe that you can make and then let your creative side out to make a cookie SO cute it might be too cute to eat! I love the Christmas season. There is NO Continue Reading

Filed Under: Christmas, Desserts, Food, Holidays

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Cinnamon Roll Snowman: A Fun Breakfast Idea

12/21/20
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Whip up this fun breakfast (or dessert) idea which is sure to delight your kids. With just a few ingredients and a few minutes, you'll have this cinnamon roll snowman ready to eat! My kiddos are all excited for Continue Reading

Filed Under: Breakfast/Brunch, Food, Holidays Tagged With: breakfast, cinnamon roll, kid breakfast

Grinch punch in a glass

3-Ingredient Grinch Punch Mocktail Recipe

12/7/20
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This Grinch Punch is an easy Christmas drink for kids inspired by How the Grinch Stole Christmas from Dr. Seuss. It's fun, festive, delicious, and sure to make a great conversation piece at your holiday Continue Reading

Filed Under: Beverages, Christmas, Food, Holidays Tagged With: christmas mocktail, grinch punch, holiday drinks

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DIY Christmas Tree Craft: Paper Straw Ornament

12/5/20
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Get crafty this holiday season and make this easy paper straw Christmas tree craft! It's easy enough for kids to make and cute enough for adults to display proudly! One of the things that I have loved with my kids Continue Reading

Filed Under: Christmas, DIY, Featured, Gift Ideas, Gifts, Holidays, Kids Activities

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Alternative Holiday Party Ideas During a Pandemic

11/24/20
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2020 has proven to be a year like no other with many celebrations and opportunities to spend time with family and friends destroyed. Use these holiday party ideas to enjoy holiday celebrations with friends and family - Continue Reading

Filed Under: Activities, Christmas, Family, Featured, Holidays, Thanksgiving Tagged With: Christmas, holiday celebrations, holidays, socially distanced, Thanksgiving

DIY sparkly snowflake soap

Holiday DIY Soap Bar: Sparkling Snowflake Soap Gift Idea

11/23/20
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Looking for a cute DIY Christmas soap or DIY gift idea that you'll be as excited to give as they will be to receive it this holiday season? You gotta make this Sparkling Snowflake DIY Soap Bar! This melt and pour method Continue Reading

Filed Under: Christmas, DIY, Featured, Gifts

Instant Pot mini turtle cheesecake bites

Instant Pot Mini Turtle Cheesecake Bites

11/21/20
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Instant Pot Cheesecake is soooo easy to make! These Turtle Cheesecake bites have a graham cracker crust and are loaded with delicious caramel, chocolate, and pecans! This rich and creamy cheesecake bites recipe is a Continue Reading

Filed Under: Baked goodies, Christmas, Desserts, Easter, Food, Indulgences

DIY Rudolph wood slice ornament

Adorable DIY Rudolph Wood Slice Ornament

11/19/20
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Looking for a cute DIY Christmas ornament or DIY gift idea that they will love this holiday season? You gotta make this Rudolph wood slice ornament! Check out the full tutorial (including a video!) and make it this Continue Reading

Filed Under: Christmas, DIY, Featured, Gifts

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