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This delicious Overnight French Toast Bake is really easy to put together the night before and pop in the oven in the morning! Find the recipe at gracefullittlehoneybee.com

Overnight French Toast Bake

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This delicious Overnight French Toast Bake is really easy to put together the night before and pop in the oven in the morning!

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Overnight French Toast Bake

  This Overnight French Toast Bake makes a special treat that the whole family is sure to love. It’s great because you can mix it up the night before and then bake it the next morning. The crumbly pecan topping makes this recipe soooo good. Serve it with your favorite toppings such as fresh fruit, syrup or powdered sugar. This is a great recipe to use for Christmas morning or any other special event. I know you will love it. Enjoy!

 

Looking for more easy breakfast recipes?

Apple Cinnamon Raisin Baked Oatmeal

Sausage, Egg and Cheese Breakfast Bagels

Sausage Pinwheels with Cream Cheese

Ham and Egg Breakfast Casserole

Country Breakfast Bowls

 

 


Nutrition

Calories

4240 cal

Fat

190 g

Carbs

548 g

Protein

104 g
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Overnight French Toast Bake

15 minPrep Time

50 minCook Time

1 hr, 5 Total Time

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Ingredients

  • 1 loaf (13 ounces) day old french bread, cubed
  • 6 eggs
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • 2 ½ cups milk
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup sugar
  • FOR PECAN TOPPING:
  • 1 cup pecans, roughly chopped
  • ½ cup packed brown sugar
  • ¼ cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 3 tablespoons butter

Instructions

  1. Spray a 9x13 inch baking dish with non-stick cooking spray.
  2. Place french bread in baking dish.
  3. In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, cream, milk, cinnamon, vanilla, and sugar until combined. Pour over french bread.
  4. Cover casserole with aluminum foil and place in refrigerator overnight.
  5. When ready to bake, preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
  6. For the pecan topping, drop pecans over the top of the casserole.
  7. In a food processor (or using a fork), cut together the brown sugar, flour, cinnamon, and butter until combined. Sprinkle over casserole.
  8. Recover with aluminum foil.
  9. Bake the covered casserole for 25 minutes.
  10. Remove the foil and continue baking for another 20 to 25 minutes or until the casserole is cooked through and the eggs are completely set.
  11. Serve with your favorite syrup, powdered sugar, and/or fresh fruit.
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Overnight French Toast Bake

serves 6

 

Ingredients

1 loaf (13 ounces) day old french bread, cubed
6 eggs
½ cup heavy cream
2 ½ cups milk
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1 cup sugar

For pecan topping:
1 cup pecans, roughly chopped
½ cup packed brown sugar
¼ cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon cinnamon
3 tablespoons butter

 

Instructions

1.) Spray a 9×13 inch baking dish with non-stick cooking spray.
2.) Place french bread in baking dish.
3.) In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, cream, milk, cinnamon, vanilla, and sugar until combined. Pour over french bread.
4.) Cover casserole with aluminum foil and place in refrigerator overnight.
5.) When ready to bake, preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
6.) For the pecan topping, drop pecans over the top of the casserole.
7.) In a food processor (or using a fork), cut together the brown sugar, flour, cinnamon, and butter until combined. Sprinkle over casserole.
8.)Recover with aluminum foil.
9.) Bake the covered casserole for 25 minutes.
10.) Remove the foil and continue baking for another 20 to 25 minutes or until the casserole is cooked through and the eggs are completely set.
11.) Serve with your favorite syrup, powdered sugar, and/or fresh fruit.

 

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Try this super easy and kid-friendly recipe for Cheesy Sloppy Joe Baked Potatoes that makes a quick weeknight meal!

Cheesy Sloppy Joe Baked Potatoes

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Try this super easy and kid-friendly recipe for Cheesy Sloppy Joe Baked Potatoes that makes a quick weeknight meal!

Try this super easy and kid-friendly recipe for Cheesy Sloppy Joe Baked Potatoes that makes a quick weeknight meal!

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Cheesy Sloppy Joe Baked Potatoes

  I know your family is going to love these Cheesy Sloppy Joe Baked Potatoes. This recipe swaps the usual bun for a heartier and healthier baked potato. The filling is made with ground beef, ketchup, brown sugar and other spices that make this dish a great addition to your weeknight dinner rotation. For an even healthier version you could easily swap the ground beef for ground turkey and the brown sugar for honey.

 

  Feel free to cook your baked potatoes in the way that works best for you. I personally like to make them either in the slow cooker or the Instant Pot. Also, try topping the Cheesy Sloppy Joe Baked Potatoes with things like sour cream, green onion, or crumbled bacon for an even bigger wow factor. I know your family is going to love this recipe. Serve it up with a side salad or some oven roasted vegetables for a complete and healthy meal. Enjoy the recipe friends!

 

Try this super easy and kid-friendly recipe for Cheesy Sloppy Joe Baked Potatoes that makes a quick weeknight meal!

 

Need more weeknight dinner ideas?

Instant Pot Turkey Chili

Chicken Cabbage Stir-Fry

4-Ingredient Instant Pot Mac and Cheese

Ham & Swiss Sliders

Sausage and Sweet Potato Sheet Pan Dinner

 


Nutrition

Calories

1059 cal

Fat

35 g

Carbs

104 g

Protein

92 g
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Yields 4-6 potatoes

Cheesy Sloppy Joe Potatoes

30 minCook Time

30 minTotal Time

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Ingredients

  • 4-6 medium russet potatoes, cooked as desired (I used the Instant Pot .)
  • 1 pound ground beef or ground turkey
  • 1 cup ketchup
  • ¼ cup water
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Cook potatoes as desired.
  2. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown ground beef until no longer pink.
  3. Drain to remove excess grease.
  4. Return beef to skillet and add ketchup, water, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, yellow mustard, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt.
  5. When beef comes to a boil, reduce to low. Cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until thickened.
  6. Spoon Sloppy Joe mixture over cooked potatoes.
  7. Top with cheese and other desired toppings. Enjoy!
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Cheesy Sloppy Joe Baked Potatoes

serves 4-6

 

Ingredients
4-6 medium russet potatoes, cooked as desired (I used the Instant Pot.)
1 pound ground beef or ground turkey
1 cup ketchup
¼ cup water
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon yellow mustard
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon onion powder
½ teaspoon salt

 

Instructions
1.) Cook potatoes as desired.
2.) In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown ground beef until no longer pink. 3.) Drain to remove excess grease.
4.) Return beef to skillet and add ketchup, water, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, yellow mustard, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt.
5.) When beef comes to a boil, reduce to low. Cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until thickened.
6.) Spoon Sloppy Joe mixture over cooked potatoes.
7.) Top with cheese and other desired toppings. Enjoy!

 

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Make this Easy Homemade Guacamole using only fresh ingredients that everyone is sure to love!

Easy Homemade Guacamole

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Make this Easy Homemade Guacamole using only fresh ingredients that everyone is sure to love!

Make this Easy Homemade Guacamole using only fresh ingredients that everyone is sure to love!

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  Easy Homemade Guacamole

  Who doesn’t love fresh guacamole? I know it’s one of my favorite things to make each summer when all of the garden produce is coming in fast. It makes a great snack or quick, no cook summer dinner idea. You can also whip up a batch to serve at any kind of party because everyone enjoys it so much.

 

  I love how this recipe uses nothing but fresh ingredients. It makes it taste sooo good and it’s also good for you. Serve it with chips, on sandwiches, or tacos. Everyone is sure to love this recipe for Easy Homemade Guacamole. Please note that this dish is best served fresh as it will brown if left for too long.

 

Make this Easy Homemade Guacamole using only fresh ingredients that everyone is sure to love!

Need more fresh summer recipes?

Blender Salsa (Restaurant Style)

Basil Walnut Pesto

Oven-Roasted Cherry Tomato Sauce

Double Chocolate Zucchini Bread


Nutrition

Calories

31 cal

Fat

1 g

Carbs

4 g
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Yields 2-3 cups

Easy Homemade Guacamole

10 minPrep Time

10 minTotal Time

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Ingredients

  • 3 medium ripe avocados, pit removed and green flesh scooped from peel
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 2 Roma tomatoes, seeded and diced
  • ¼ cup onion, finely diced
  • Juice from ½ lime
  • 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, minced
  • ½ jalapeno, seeds and membrane removed, finely diced (optional)
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

  1. Place all ingredients into a large bowl .
  2. Smash avocado with a fork or pastry blender . Stir together until blended.
  3. Best served immediately. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator if needed. Guacamole will start to discolor within  24 hrs.
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Easy Homemade Guacamole

makes approx. 2-3 cups

Ingredients

3 medium ripe avocados, pit removed and green flesh scooped from peel
1 garlic clove, minced
2 Roma tomatoes, seeded and diced
¼ cup onion, finely diced
Juice from ½ lime
2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, minced
½ jalapeno, seeds and membrane removed, finely diced (optional)
Salt to taste

 

Instructions

1. )Place all ingredients into a large bowl.
2.) Smash avocado with a fork or pastry blender. Stir together until blended.
3.) Best served immediately. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator if needed. Guacamole will start to discolor within  24 hrs.

 

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This Blender Salsa made restaurant style is incredibley fresh tasting and comes together in only 5-minutes! Visit gracefullittlehoneybee.com for the recipe. Try this quick and healthy Basil Walnut Pesto as a garnish for chicken or as a sauce for pasta.

This Blender Salsa made restaurant style is incredibley fresh tasting and comes together in only 5-minutes! Visit gracefullittlehoneybee.com for the recipe.

Blender Salsa {Restaurant Style}

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  This Blender Salsa Recipe made restaurant style is incredibly fresh tasting and comes together in only 5-minutes. It makes the perfect summer side dish or party food!

This Blender Salsa made restaurant style is incredibley fresh tasting and comes together in only 5-minutes! Visit gracefullittlehoneybee.com for the recipe.

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Blender Salsa {Restaurant Style}

  Who doesn’t love fresh salsa?? I like to grow my own ingredients for this recipe, but it’s just as easy to make it using canned tomatoes and store-bought produce. This quick and easy Blender Salsa is great for a summer BBQ or even just as a fresh weeknight meal.

 

  How easy would it be to whip up this 5-minute Blender Salsa and serve it with chips for a fun dinner?? It doesn’t heat up the kitchen and it’s easily portable making it great for picnics or simply for eating al fresco (i.e. outside). Plus, it’s super healthy for you! Talk about a win, win for everyone. I know you’re going to want to make this recipe again and again. Scroll down for more recipes using fresh garden goodies or check out my post of 52 Recipes Using Garden Produce.

 

Are you looking for more garden fresh recipes?

Oven-Roasted Cherry Tomato Sauce

Basil Walnut Pesto

Summer-Harvest Oven Roasted Vegetables

Cheesy Zucchini Rice

Double Chocolate Zucchini Bread

Zucchini Fritters

 

Are you looking for more summer party food?

Low Carb Cheeseburger Bites

Grilled BBQ Bacon Wrapped Chicken

Sugar Cookie Flag Fruit Pizza

Instant Pot Dill Pickle Potato Salad

2-Minute Instant Pot Corn on the Cob

 

This Blender Salsa made restaurant style is incredibley fresh tasting and comes together in only 5-minutes! Visit gracefullittlehoneybee.com for the recipe.


Nutrition

Calories

64 cal

Fat

1 g

Carbs

12 g

Protein

1 g
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Yields 3.5 cups

Blender Salsa {Restaurant Style}

5 minPrep Time

5 minTotal Time

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Ingredients

  • 1 - 10 oz can diced tomatoes and green chiles
  • 1 - 14 ounce can petite diced tomatoes with juice (may substitute fresh diced tomatoes)
  • ¼ cup fresh cilantro, stems removed
  • 1 small onion, cut into chunks
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • ½ jalapeno, remove seeds and membrane for a mild salsa
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cumin
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice

Instructions

  1. Place all ingredients into a large food processor or blender .
  2. Pulse until you reach the desired consistency.
  3. Refrigerate until ready to serve. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
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Blender Salsa {Restaurant Style}

makes approx. 3.5 cups

 

Ingredients

1 – 10 oz can diced tomatoes and green chiles
1 – 14 ounce can petite diced tomatoes with juice (may substitute fresh diced tomatoes)
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, stems removed
1 small onion, cut into chunks
1 clove garlic, minced
1/2 jalapeno, remove seeds and membrane for a mild salsa
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
Pinch of salt
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice

 

Instructions

1.) Place all ingredients into a large food processor or blender.
2.) Pulse until you reach the desired consistency.
3.) Refrigerate until ready to serve. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.

 

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Try this quick and healthy Basil Walnut Pesto as a garnish for chicken or as a sauce for pasta.

Basil Walnut Pesto

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Try this super quick and easy Basil Walnut Pesto for a fresh and healthy dip, sauce or topping for chicken, pasta, and sandwiches. The possibilities are endless!

Try this quick and healthy Basil Walnut Pesto as a garnish for chicken or as a sauce for pasta.

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Fresh and Easy Basil Walnut Pesto + Basil Growing Tips

  I love using homegrown garden herbs and vegetables to make easy and delicious recipes such as this Basil Walnut Pesto. If you don’t grow your own basil, no worries, you can pick up some at your local grocery store, but it’s certainly cheaper (and a lot more fun) to grow your own. You can even grow it on your windowsill if you don’t have a garden, just make sure you pick leaves from it regularly and don’t let it flower and go to seed or it will stop producing. The more you harvest from your basil plant, the bushier and fuller it will get.

 

What’s the best way to use Basil Walnut Pesto?

  Pesto is super easy to make and is so versatile. You can literally add it to almost anything. Some of my favorite ways to use this Basil Walnut Pesto are as a sandwich spread or as a sauce for pasta, chicken or shrimp. Check out the links below for more ideas and let me know in the comments below your favorite way to use Pesto.

 

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Shrimp Pesto Pasta

Pesto Chicken Sandwich on Sourdough

 

Can the extra Pesto be frozen?

Yes! If you make more than you can use in one meal, then you can easily freeze the rest for later. The most convenient way to do this is to freeze the extra in an ice cube tray and then transfer the frozen cubes to a labeled freezer bag. This method allows you to use as little or as much as you need at a time whenever you need it. This is also great if you grow your own basil and need to preserve it while it’s in season.

 

  Now on to the recipe friends, I know you will enjoy this Homemade Basil Walnut Pesto as much as my family does. Have a great day!



Nutrition

Calories

857 cal

Fat

86 g

Carbs

12 g

Protein

16 g
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Basil Walnut Pesto
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Ingredients

  • 3 cups fresh sweet basil leaves, packed
  • 2 cloves garlic, peeled
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • ¼ cup walnuts (Pine nuts may be substituted for a more traditional pesto.)
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • Salt and pepper, if desired

Instructions

  1. Toast walnuts by placing on a microwave safe plate. Microwave for 30 seconds.
  2. Stir and microwave again for another 30 seconds or until walnuts smell fragrant.
  3. Do not overcook. Allow walnuts to cool slightly. (You may also toast in the oven.)
  4. Place basil, 1 tablespoon olive oil, walnuts, Parmesan cheese, salt and pepper in a food processor or high speed blender .
  5. Turn food processor or blender on and drizzle with additional olive oil as the mixture processes until the desired consistency is reached.
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Basil Walnut Pesto

 

Ingredients

3 cups fresh sweet basil leaves, packed
2 cloves garlic, peeled
1 tablespoon lemon juice
¼ cup walnuts (Pine nuts may be substituted for a more traditional pesto.)
½ cup grated Parmesan
¼ cup olive oil
Salt and pepper, if desired

 

Instructions:

1.) Toast walnuts by placing on a microwave safe plate. Microwave for 30 seconds.
2.) Stir and microwave again for another 30 seconds or until walnuts smell fragrant.
3.) Do not overcook. Allow walnuts to cool slightly. (You may also toast in the oven.)
4.) Place basil, 1 tablespoon olive oil, walnuts, Parmesan cheese, salt and pepper in a food processor or high speed blender.
5.) Turn food processor or blender on and drizzle with additional olive oil as the mixture processes until the desired consistency is reached.

 

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Try this super easy and delicious Instant Pot Turkey Chili for a quick weeknight meal!

Instant Pot Turkey Chili (Pressure Cooker)

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This Instant Pot Turkey Chili made in the pressure cooker is the perfect healthy comfort food for a weeknight dinner. You will love it because it’s quick, easy and delicious.

Nothings says healthy comfort food like this Instant Pot Turkey Chili from gracefullittlehoneybee.com

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Instant Pot Turkey Chili (Pressure Cooker)

    We love chili around here, and this Instant Pot Turkey Chili is no exception. Making Chili in the slow cooker is great, but I also love to whip up a quick batch in the Instant Pot for game days or a healthy weeknight meal. I absolutely love using my Instant Pot or pressure cooker because it cooks everything so FAST! This chili is awesome the first day and even better the next. You can also make extra and freeze it for later.

 

  This Turkey Chili is great for growing families because it’s full of protein from the turkey and beans, plus it has a good dose of vitamin C from the canned tomatoes. It tastes great and kids love it too. Talk about a win-win for moms, right?

 

What should I serve with Instant Pot Turkey Chili?

  We serve it all kinds of different ways including with corn chips, cheesy grits, cooked macaroni noodles, corn bread and even candied jalapenos. The sky is the limit when it comes to how to serve or top this delicious chili.


Are you looking for more Instant Pot Weeknight meals? Check out the links below.

Instant Pot Zuppa Toscana Soup

Instant Pot Tomato Soup

4-Ingredient Instant Pot Mac and Cheese

Instant Pot Beef Stew

Instant Pot Sausage and Lentil Stew

 

Are you new to the Instant Pot? Check out this resource of Instant Pot Tips for Beginners

 

Try this super easy and delicious Instant Pot Turkey Chili for a quick weeknight meal!

Nutrition

Calories

772 cal

Fat

35 g

Carbs

18 g

Protein

90 g
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Instant Pot Turkey Chili (Pressure Cooker)

15 minPrep Time

35 minCook Time

50 minTotal Time

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Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground turkey
  • 1 large sweet onion, chopped
  • 1 tsp minced garlic
  • 1 - 46 oz can of tomato juice
  • 1 - 15 oz can of stewed tomatoes
  • 1 can of Pinto beans or cook your own from dried
  • 1 can of dark red Kidney OR Chili beans
  • 3 heaping tbsp chili seasoning (I like to make my own Homemade Chili Seasoning )
  • 1 tsp pepper
  • 1 tsp  salt

Instructions

  1. Press the "Saute" button on the Instant Pot and add ground Turkey and chopped onions.  Cook until the turkey is golden brown, and no longer pink, crumbling it up into small pieces while it cooks.
  2. Turn off the "Saute" setting.
  3. Add salt, pepper and chili seasoning. Stir well.
  4. Add the beans, stewed tomatoes and minced garlic to the Instant Pot.
  5. Add tomato juice and stir all ingredients together until well blended.
  6. Place the lid on the Instant Pot and turn it until it beeps and locks. Set the pressure valve to "SEALING",  press the "MANUAL" button and set the time to 20 minutes.
  7. Once the cooking time is done, let Instant Pot do a Natural Pressure Release for 15 minutes.
  8. After 15 minutes, release the pressure turning the pressure valve to "VENTING". Once the pressure has been released, check the float valve to make sure it's all the way down.  Remove the lid from the Instant Pot and stir the chili.  It will have thickened a little during cooking. Serve immediately and enjoy!
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Instant Pot Turkey Chili

 

Ingredients:

1 lb ground turkey

1 large sweet onion, chopped

1 tsp minced garlic

1 – 46 oz can of tomato juice

1 – 15 oz can of stewed tomatoes

1 can of Pinto beans or cook your own from dried

1 can of dark red Kidney OR Chili beans

3 heaping tbsp chili seasoning (I like to make my own Homemade Chili Seasoning)

1 tsp pepper

1 tsp  salt

 

Instructions:

1. Press the “Saute” button on the Instant Pot and add ground Turkey and chopped onions.  Cook until the turkey is golden brown, and no longer pink, crumbling it up into small pieces while it cooks.

2. Turn off the “Saute” setting.

3. Add salt, pepper and chili seasoning. Stir well.

4. Add the beans, stewed tomatoes and minced garlic to the Instant Pot.

5. Add tomato juice and stir all ingredients together until well blended.

6. Place the lid on the Instant Pot and turn it until it beeps and locks. Set the pressure valve to “SEALING”,  press the “MANUAL” button and set the time to 20 minutes.

7. Once the cooking time is done, let Instant Pot do a Natural Pressure Release for 15 minutes.

8. After 15 minutes, release the pressure turning the pressure valve to “VENTING”. Once the pressure has been released, check the float valve to make sure it’s all the way down.  Remove the lid from the Instant Pot and stir the chili.  It will have thickened a little during cooking. Serve immediately and enjoy!

 

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These Low Carb Cheeseburger Bites are a keto friendly recipe for mini bunless burgers that everyone is sure to love.

Low Carb Cheeseburger Bites

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These Low Carb Cheeseburger Bites are a keto friendly recipe for mini bunless burgers that everyone is sure to love!

  These Low Carb Cheeseburger Bites are a keto friendly recipe for mini bunless burgers that everyone is sure to love. They make great appetizers and can be served at a summer BBQ, pool party, game day party or just for a fun family weeknight dinner.

 

  These Low Carb Cheeseburger Bites are so good that no one will miss the bun. I promise that both your carb loving and low carb friends will walk away happy with this recipe.

 

Tips for Making the Best Low Carb Cheeseburger Bites:

-Choose ground beef with a higher fat content such as 80/20. The extra fat will help the burgers to stay together and give them extra moisture. YUM!

-Choose high quality, in-season tomatoes and lettuce if possible. Homegrown and in season produce will give you the best overall flavor.

-Remember that hamburger patties shrink while cooking, so you will want to make them a little larger than you want the final cheeseburger bites to be.

-For uniform patties, try using a biscuit cutter that is slightly larger than you want your final product to be.

 

Can these Low Carb Cheeseburger Bites be made ahead of time?

Yes! To make party preparation easier, cook patties the day before and store them in the refrigerator. When party time comes, just warm them in a skillet, oven or microwave and assemble per instructions. You could also form the patties (uncooked) and freeze them until you are ready to use. Thaw and cook as normal when you are ready to serve them.

 

These Low Carb Cheeseburger Bites are a keto friendly recipe for mini bunless burgers that everyone is sure to love.

 

Want more summer party food? Check out the recipes below.

Grilled BBQ Bacon Wrapped Chicken

Summer Harvest Oven-Roasted Vegetables

Instant Pot Dill Pickle Potato Salad

Sugar Cookie Flag Fruit Pizza

 

Are you looking for more low carb recipes? Check out the links below.

Chicken Cabbage Stir Fry

Healthy Avocado Chicken Salad

Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken Legs

Cheesy Bacon Jalapeno Poppers

 



Nutrition

Calories

3357 cal

Fat

249 g

Carbs

123 g

Protein

165 g
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Yields 18 Cheeseburger Bites

Low Carb Cheeseburger Bites

10 minPrep Time

15 minCook Time

25 minTotal Time

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Ingredients

  • 2 lbs ground beef (80/20 is best, but you can use leaner if you prefer)
  • 5 Deluxe cheddar cheese slices (American cheese may also be used)
  • 9 Leaves of Bibb lettuce
  • 9 Cherry tomatoes cut in half
  • 18 Pickle chips
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tsp Garlic powder
  • 1 tsp Onion powder
  • ½ tsp Oregano or Italian Seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tbsp Olive oil (or oil of choice)

Instructions

  1. In a medium mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano and salt and pepper to taste. Mix thoroughly until well combined.
  2. Form the meat mixture into 18 small hamburger patties. For uniform patties, try using a biscuit cutter. Form patties slightly larger than you want them to be as they will shrink during cooking.
  3. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the mini hamburgers until they reach your preferred level of doneness. You may need to cook the meat in 2 different batches.
  4. Top each of the cooked mini burgers with a ¼ of a slice of cheese.
  5. Fold half of a bibb lettuce leaf and place it on top of the hamburger patties, top the lettuce leaf with a pickle chip and then half of a cherry tomato. Place a toothpick down the center of the burger to hold everything in place.
  6. Continue assembling cheeseburger bites until all 18 are made. Serve warm and enjoy!
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Low Carb Cheeseburger Bites

makes 18 cheeseburger bites

 

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10-15 minutes
Servings: 6 (3 mini burger bites per serving)
Net Carbs: 1 net carb per serving

 

Ingredients:

2 lbs ground beef (80/20 is best, but you can use leaner if you prefer)
5 Deluxe cheddar cheese slices (American cheese may also be used)
9 Leaves of Bibb lettuce
9 Cherry tomatoes cut in half
18 Pickle chips
1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
1 tsp Garlic powder
1 tsp Onion powder
½ tsp Oregano or Italian Sesasoning
Salt and pepper to taste
1 tbsp Olive oil (or oil of choice)

 

Instructions:

1.) In a medium mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano and salt and pepper to taste. Mix thoroughly until well combined.

2.) Form the meat mixture into 18 small hamburger patties. For uniform patties, try using a biscuit cutter. Form patties slightly larger than you want them to be as they will shrink during cooking.

3.) Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the mini hamburgers until they reach your preferred level of doneness. You may need to cook the meat in 2 different batches.

4.) Top each of the cooked mini burgers with a ¼ of a slice of cheese.

5.) Fold half of a bibb lettuce leaf and place it on top of the hamburger patties, top the lettuce leaf with a pickle chip and then half of a cherry tomato. Place a toothpick down the center of the burger to hold everything in place.

6.) Continue assembling cheeseburger bites until all 18 are made. Serve warm and enjoy!

 

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Summer Harvest Oven-Roasted Vegetables

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  If you’re looking for a quick and healthy side dish, then you will love these Summer Harvest Oven-Roasted Vegetables. They’re so easy to put together and taste amazing. There’s nothing quite like roasted summer vegetables in my opinion. You could even put theses on kabobs and grill them if you wanted too and feel free to substitute any other vegetables and seasonings that you like to fit your family’s tastes. These Summer Harvest Oven-Roasted Vegetables would pair great with these Grilled BBQ Bacon Wrapped Chicken.

 

  I love recipes that use fresh summer vegetables and if you do too, then be sure to check out the links below for many more recipes including my round up of 52 Recipes Using Garden Produce.

 

Need more Summer Harvest Recipes?

52 Recipes Using Garden Produce

Cheesy Zucchini Rice

Oven-Roasted Cherry Tomato Sauce

Zucchini Fritters

 

Want to make this recipe a complete summer meal?

Try my recipe for Grilled BBQ Bacon Wrapped Chicken and add a side of Instant Pot Dill Pickle Salad.

 



Nutrition

Calories

489 cal

Fat

54 g

Carbs

2 g

Protein

1 g
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Ingredients

  • 1 zucchini, halved and sliced into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 summer squash, halved and sliced into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced and cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 (16 ounce) package mushrooms, cleaned
  • 1 red onion, sliced and cut into 1-inch pieces
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
  2. Cover baking sheet with aluminum foil for easier clean-up. Spray with non-stick cooking spray. Place vegetables on baking sheet.
  3. Pour olive oil over the vegetables. Lightly toss the vegetables to evenly coat. Sprinkle with dry seasonings.
  4. Bake for 20 to 30 minutes based on your preference for tenderness.
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Ingredients

1 zucchini, halved and sliced into 1-inch pieces
1 summer squash, halved and sliced into 1-inch pieces
1 red bell pepper, sliced and cut into 1-inch pieces
1 (16 ounce) package mushrooms, cleaned
1 red onion, sliced and cut into 1-inch pieces
¼ cup olive oil
½ teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon dried oregano

 

1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
2. Cover baking sheet with aluminum foil for easier clean-up. Spray with non-stick cooking spray. Place vegetables on baking sheet.
3. Pour olive oil over the vegetables. Lightly toss the vegetables to evenly coat. Sprinkle with dry seasonings.
4. Bake for 20 to 30 minutes based on your preference for tenderness.

 

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Grilled BBQ Bacon Wrapped Chicken

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  Spring has sprung and summer is almost here, which means it’s time to fire up those grills and try this super delicious Grilled BBQ Bacon Wrapped Chicken. I love using the grill in the summertime because you don’t have to heat up your kitchen or make a big mess to clean up. Is anyone else with me? I’m feeling all kinds of inspired with this warm weather and I’ve got the itch to try lots of new grilling recipes.

 

  This Grilled BBQ Bacon Wrapped Chicken is so delicious and will definitely be a crowd pleaser this summer. Just pair it with some grilled bread and veggies and you’ve got yourself a complete meal. Yum! If you’re looking for some more fun summertime recipes, then be sure to check out the links below and enjoy this one!

 

More Summertime Recipes

Cheesy Bacon Jalapeno Poppers

Instant Pot Dill Pickle Potato Salad

Sugar Cookie Flag Fruit Pizza

Cherry Cheesecake Bars

3-Ingredient Watermelon Slush


Nutrition

Calories

1426 cal

Fat

27 g

Carbs

113 g

Protein

169 g
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Ingredients

  • 1 to 1 ½ pound skinless chicken tenders or boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut into strips
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika (regular will also work)
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 (12 ounce) package bacon
  • 1 cup barbecue sauce, any variety

Instructions

  1. Mix dry seasonings and sprinkle over chicken.
  2. Wrap chicken pieces in bacon.
  3. Set up the grill with two zones: direct and indirect cooking.
  4. Heat grill to approximately 500 degrees. Oil grates prior to putting the chicken on the grill.
  5. Place chicken directly over heat and cook for two minutes on each side.
  6. Move chicken to indirect heat and continue to cook for 15 to 20 minutes or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 155 degrees.
  7. Begin basting with barbecue sauce, allowing sauce to caramelize on each side. Continue basting as desired until chicken reaches 165 degrees internally, about 5 minutes.
  8. Remove chicken from grill and allow to rest for 10 minutes. Enjoy!
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Grilled BBQ Bacon Wrapped Chicken

 

Ingredients
1 to 1 ½ pound skinless chicken tenders or boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut into strips
½ teaspoon smoked paprika (regular will also work)
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon black pepper
½ teaspoon salt
1 (12 ounce) package bacon
1 cup barbecue sauce, any variety

 

Instructions
1. Mix dry seasonings and sprinkle over chicken.
2. Wrap chicken pieces in bacon.
3. Set up the grill with two zones: direct and indirect cooking. Heat grill to approximately 500 degrees. Oil grates prior to putting the chicken on the grill.
4. Place chicken directly over heat and cook for two minutes on each side. Move chicken to indirect heat and continue to cook for 15 to 20 minutes or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 155 degrees. Begin basting with barbecue sauce, allowing sauce to caramelize on each side. Continue basting as desired until chicken reaches 165 degrees internally, about 5 minutes.
5. Remove chicken from grill and allow to rest for 10 minutes.

 

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Sugar Cookie Flag Fruit Pizza

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   I enjoy making patriotic desserts for Memorial Day or the 4th of July, especially an easy and delicious one like this Sugar Cooker Flag Fruit Pizza. I love it when recipes look complicated, but are actually simple. This recipe calls for store-bought sugar cookie dough, cream cheese and a few toppings. How easy is that? If you’re looking for more simple dessert ideas then be sure to check out the links below and happy baking friends!

 

Easy and Delicious Desserts:

Cookies and Cream Mini Trifles

Cherry Cheesecake Bars

Greek Yogurt Chocolate Berry Bark

Flourless Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies

 


Nutrition

Calories

2773 cal

Fat

104 g

Carbs

445 g

Protein

21 g
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Ingredients

  • 1 (17.5 ounce) package refrigerated sugar cookie dough
  • 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, room temperature
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • Strawberries, blueberries and whipped topping for decorating

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. On the parchment, press or roll the cookie dough into a large rectangle. You may need to use flour to keep hands or rolling pin from sticking.
  3. Bake the cookie for 15 to 20 minutes or until the edges are golden brown and the middle is cooked. Remove from oven and allow to cool completely before decorating.
  4. In a medium bowl, beat together the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla. Mix until smooth.
  5. Wash and dry the fruit. Slice the strawberries.
  6. Spread cream cheese mixture evenly over the surface of the cookie. Decorate flag as shown with fruit.
  7. Place whipped topping in a piping bag fitted with an open star tip . Create white stripes with the whipped topping.
  8. Refrigerate until ready to serve. Best if served immediately.
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Sugar Cookie Flag Fruit Pizza

makes one fruit pizza

 

Ingredients
1 (17.5 ounce) package refrigerated sugar cookie dough
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, room temperature
1 cup powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla
Strawberries, blueberries and whipped topping for decorating

 

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

Step 2: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. On the parchment, press or roll the cookie dough into a large rectangle. You may need to use flour to keep hands or rolling pin from sticking.

Step 3: Bake the cookie for 15 to 20 minutes or until the edges are golden brown and the middle is cooked. Remove from oven and allow to cool completely before decorating.

Step 4: In a medium bowl, beat together the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla. Mix until smooth.

Step 5: Wash and dry the fruit. Slice the strawberries.

Step 6: Spread cream cheese mixture evenly over the surface of the cookie. Decorate flag as shown with fruit.

Step 7: Place whipped topping in a piping bag fitted with an open star tip. Create white stripes with the whipped topping.

Step 8: Refrigerate until ready to serve. Best if served immediately.

 

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Chocolate Chip Banana Muffins

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Try these super quick and easy chocolate chip banana muffins for a fun homemade snack or homemade breakfast on gracefullittlehoneybee.com

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  If you’ve been following me for any length of time, then you know how much I love a good muffin recipe, especially a delicious one like these Chocolate Chip Banana Muffins.

 

  I think muffins are great because they can be made in advance for quick snacks and breakfasts throughout the week. Just add a protein and a fruit for a wholesome start to your day. They can also be made and kept in the freezer for when you don’t have the time to cook.

 

  We eat all kinds of muffins around here, but our favorite kinds are recipes with chocolate. I know you’re going to love this Chocolate Chip Banana Muffin recipe just as much as we do. Also, if you do much baking, then I would highly recommend getting a USA Pan Bakeware Muffin Tin. They’re amazing because you don’t even have to spray the pan and the muffins just slide right out.

 

  Lastly, be sure to check out the links below for a ton for muffin recipes. Happy baking friends!

 

Our Favorite Muffins Recipes:

Oatmeal Cranberry Muffins

Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffins

Greek Yogurt Zucchini Muffins

Banana Nut Muffins



Nutrition

Calories

2865 cal

Fat

126 g

Carbs

414 g

Protein

43 g
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Ingredients

  • 1 2/3 cups flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar, packed
  • 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
  • 1 egg
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil or melted butter
  • 1/3 cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • 2 overripe bananas, peeled and mashed
  • 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips, plus additional for topping

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
  2. Spray muffin tin with non-stick cooking spray.
  3. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, sugar, brown sugar, and cocoa powder.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together bananas, eggs, vegetable oil, milk, and vanilla.
  5. Mix wet and dry ingredients until just combined.
  6. Fold chocolate chips into the batter.
  7. Pour batter into muffin tins and top with additional chocolate chips, if desired.
  8. Bake for 18 to 20 minutes. Let cool and enjoy!
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Chocolate Chip Banana Muffins

makes 12 muffins

 

Ingredients

1 2/3 cups flour

1 tsp baking soda

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/2 cup sugar

1 tablespoon brown sugar, packed

2 tablespoons cocoa powder

1 egg

½ cup vegetable oil or melted butter

⅓ cup milk

1 teaspoon vanilla

2 overripe bananas, peeled and mashed

1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips, plus additional for topping

 

Step 1: Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Spray muffin tin with non-stick cooking spray.

Step 2: In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, sugar, brown sugar, and cocoa powder.

Step 3: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together bananas, eggs, vegetable oil, milk, and vanilla.

Step 4: Mix wet and dry ingredients until just combined.

Step 5: Fold chocolate chips into the batter.

Step 6: Pour batter into muffin tins and top with additional chocolate chips, if desired.

Step 7: Bake for 18 to 20 minutes. Let cool and enjoy!

 

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Check out these 7 Benefits of Outdoor Play for Children including improved sleep and balance on gracefullittlehoneybee.com

7 Benefits of Outdoor Play for Children + The 1000 Hours Outside Challenge

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  It’s no secret that over the past couple of decades, outdoor play in childhood has declined dramatically. According to the NRPA, children today spend less time outdoors than any other generation with an average of only 4-7 minutes of unstructured outdoor play per day and an average of seven and a half hours per day in front of a screen. These are definitely sobering statistics and as a mother this is not how I want my children to spend their childhood.

 

  I think as parents, we have to ask ourselves, how is this shift going to affect the future of our children and our society? The truth is, outdoor play has numerous health benefits because frankly children (and adults alike) were created to be outside breathing in the fresh air, running barefoot and climbing trees, not passively starting at a screen for hours on end.

 

  One of the main reasons that we homeschool is so that my kids can have more freedom to play and be creative, especially in the outdoors. We strive to spend several hours per day outside and we’ve even been participating in the 1000 Hours Outside Challenge where you track your outdoor time and aim for 1000 hours by the end of the year.

 

  Tracking our outdoor time has been a great motivator for me and the best thing is that since we’re spending so much more time outside, the kids screen time has naturally decreased as well. I’d love for you to follow me on Instagram to see how we do throughout the year with this challenge.

 

  I’ve also been enjoying some books on the topic of the benefits of outdoor time for kids, including There’s No Such Thing as Bad Weather, Last Child in the Woods and Balanced and Barefoot.


  Why am I reading so much about this topic??? The truth is, kids need lots of unstructured outdoor time to combat obesity, nearsightedness, anxiety, allergies and so much more. I believe it all starts with parents like you and me to stop the madness and make a change one childhood at a time. Read on for a list of some of the many benefits of outdoor play for children and decide for yourself if it’s worth it.

 

 

Improves Academic Performance

 Time spent in nature, specifically unstructured time improves cognitive function, boosts Vitamin D levels, helps regulate sleep, improves memory and helps children think more clearly. All of theses benefits in turn, help children to do better in school.

 

Improves Physical Abilities

  Children are more active when they’re allowed to play freely outdoors and learning how to physically navigate terrain such as hills, rocks, trees, etc. in nature helps to improve balance and fitness levels. The more children move, the healthier they will be and children are more likely to move more when they are outside.

 

Protects Eyesight

  Nearsightedness in children has been on the rise in developing countries for the past couple of decades, but the good news is that spending time outdoors in natural lighting as much as possible helps to protect children from developing nearsightedness.

 

Improves Sleep

  Consistent exposure to natural light along with lots of physical activity helps to regulate sleep patterns in children. Therefore, time in nature helps to improve children’s time and quality of sleep each night.

 

Lowers Stress Levels

  Time in nature has been proven to lower levels of stress, anxiety and depression in children (and adults). When children spend time outdoors, their levels of cortisol (the stress hormone) decrease while their levels of serotonin increases. Also, children who get more physical activity have higher endorphin levels making them happier and more relaxed.

 

Improves Social Skills

  Children who participate in unstructured play outdoors with other children get lots of practice at creating and organizing their own games and working together in a group toward a common goal which improves social skills overall.

 

Improves Creativity

  Outdoor play helps to improve and nurture creativity by allowing children to use what they have to make their own games and worlds outside without the use of many toys. Children are forced to use their imaginations to turn a pile of sticks into a campfire and a lump of mud into a pie. The possibilities for creativity are endless in nature.

 

  These are only a few of the many benefits of outdoor play for children, but I hope it’s enough to convince you of the importance of getting outside and playing with your kids! What are you waiting for??

 

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Cookies and Cream Mini Trifles

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Check out this super easy recipe for Cookies and Cream Mini Trifles on gracefullittleoneybee.com

  Who doesn’t love a quick and easy dessert that tastes amazing and also looks like you spent a lot of time making it? These Cookies and Cream Mini Trifles are perfect if you’re looking for a simple dessert to serve since they only require four easy ingredients. Plus, they’re so, so good.

 

  You could serve them as a quick weeknight dessert for your family or an impressive elegant looking dessert at a dinner party or anytime you’re expecting guests. Either way, you’re going to love this simple recipe. if Cookies and Cream isn’t your favorite flavor combination, then you could always swap out the cookie and pudding flavors for a more customized dish.

 

  If you’re interested in finding more recipes like this one, then be sure to follow me on Pinterest and check out my other quick and easy dessert ideas below. Enjoy the Cookies and Cream Mini Trifles friends!

 

More Quick and Easy Dessert Ideas:

Cherry Cheesecake Bars

Flourless Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies

Greek Yogurt Chocolate Berry Bark

Amish Chocolate Chip Bars

 

Try these super simple Cookies and Cream Mini Trifles for a fun and quick weeknight dessert on gracefullittlehoneybee.com

 

Nutrition

Calories

3046 cal

Fat

149 g

Carbs

388 g

Protein

36 g
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Ingredients

  • 1 - 14.3 oz package Oreos or other chocolate sandwich cookie
  • 1 - 3.4 oz package Instant White Chocolate Pudding
  • 2 cups Milk
  • 8 oz Whipped Topping

Instructions

  1. Prepare pudding by mixing pudding powder and milk. Whisk until it begins to firm and set aside.
  2. Crush Oreos or other chocolate sandwich cookie into small chunks.
  3. To assemble trifles, layer crushed Oreos and pudding alternatively into small glass or jar until about 1 inch from the top of your chosen container.
  4. Finish trifles off with a layer of whipped topping and a sprinkle of Oreo pieces.
  5. Chill before serving and enjoy!
  6. Serving Options: Pudding cups, mason jars, small glasses, wine glasses, shot glasses, etc.
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Easy Cookies and Cream Mini Trifles

 

Ingredients:

1 – 14.3 oz package Oreos or other chocolate sandwich cookie
1  – 3. 4 oz package Instant White Chocolate Pudding
2 cups milk
8 oz Whipped Topping

 

Step 1: Prepare pudding by mixing pudding powder and milk. Whisk until it begins to firm and set aside.
Step 2: Crush Oreos or other chocolate sandwich cookie into small chunks.
Step 3: To assemble trifles, layer crushed Oreos and pudding alternatively into small glass or jar until about 1 inch from the top of your chosen container.
Step 4: Finish trifles off with a layer of whipped topping and a sprinkle of Oreo pieces.
Step 5: Chill before serving and enjoy!

Serving Options: Pudding cups, mason jars, small glasses, wine glasses, shot glasses, etc.

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Easter Egg Nest Cupcakes

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  Spring is one of my favorite times of the year and Easter is one of my favorite holidays to celebrate. I love to make holiday themed desserts with the kids and these Easter Egg Nest Cupcakes are an especially delicious spring treat.

  They’re easy to make, especially if you use a box cake mix and they have a delicious creme filled center. Plus, they’re so cute with the brown sprinkles and candy eggs to make them look like a bird’s nest. I know that your kids and family will enjoy this recipe. If you’re looking for more easy and delicious dessert ideas, then be sure to check out the links below. Happy Spring and Easter friends!

 

Easter Egg Nest Cupcakes

Easy and Delicious Dessert Ideas

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Easter Egg Nest Cupcakes

Nutrition

Calories

2640 cal

Fat

144 g

Carbs

336 g
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Yields 12 cupcakes

Easter Egg Nest Cupcakes

10 minPrep Time

18 minCook Time

28 minTotal Time

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Ingredients

  • Chocolate Boxed Cake Mix for 12 cupcakes
  • 2 to 3 cups Light Green Frosting
  • (optional for filling) 12 Cadbury Creme Mini Eggs, unwrapped
  • Cupcake Liners
  • Brown Sprinkles
  • Cadbury Mini Eggs or other egg shaped candy of choice

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350 F
  2. Line a 12 cup muffin pan with cupcake liners. Spray liners with non-stick cooking spray.
  3. Follow cake mix instructions for mixing the batter.
  4. Pour ¼ cup of batter into each cupcake liner.
  5. Place an unwrapped Cadbury Creme Mini Egg into the center of each cupcake liner with the largest side of the candy down.
  6. Top with another ¼ to 1/3 cup batter.
  7. Bake according to the cake mix instructions, typically around 18 minutes.
  8. Remove from oven and allow cupcakes to cool completely before decorating.
  9. Using a piping tip , top each cupcake with light green frosting in a circular pattern.
  10. Turn the cupcake upside down and dip frosting into brown sprinkles
  11. Place three Cadbury Mini Eggs on top of each cupcake. Enjoy!
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Easter Egg Nest Cupcakes

makes 12 Easter Egg Nest Cupcakes

 

Ingredients:

Chocolate Boxed Cake Mix for 12 cupcakes
2 to 3 cups Light Green Frosting
(optional for filling) 12 Cadbury Creme Mini Eggs, unwrapped
Cupcake Liners
Brown Sprinkles
Cadbury Mini Eggs or other egg-shaped candy of choice

 

Step 1: Preheat oven to 350 F and line a 12 cup muffin pan with cupcake liners. Spray liners with non-stick cooking spray.
Step 2: Follow cake mix instructions for mixing the batter.
Step 3: Pour ¼ cup of batter into each cupcake liner.
Step 4: Place an unwrapped Cadbury Creme Mini Egg into the center of each cupcake liner with the largest side of the candy down. Top with another ¼ to ⅓ cup batter.
Step 5: Bake according to the cake mix instructions, typically around 18 minutes.
Step 6: Remove from oven and allow cupcakes to cool completely before decorating.
Step 7: Using a piping tip, top each cupcake with light green frosting in a circular pattern.
Step 8: Turn the cupcake upside down and dip in brown sprinkles
Step 9: Place three Cadbury Mini Eggs on top of each cupcake. Enjoy!

 

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Learn how to make this easy DIY Dollar Tree Fairy Garden on gracefullittlehoneybee.com

DIY Dollar Tree Fairy Garden

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Learn how to make this easy DIY Dollar Tree Fairy Garden on gracefullittlehoneybee.com

 

  Spring break was last week and we had some really gorgeous weather, so I decided it would be a great time to help my kids make a DIY Dollar Tree Fairy Garden. I really didn’t know what we would find, but we loaded up and headed out to search for some treasures.

 

  I thought the Dollar Tree carried a line of fairy garden supplies, but I wasn’t exactly sure, so I was thrilled to find all kinds of options. There were several houses and accessories to get us started. Then we had to use our creativity to figure out the rest.

  I’m pleased with how it turned out and I wanted to share a quick and easy tutorial with you guys in case it might inspire you to build a fairy garden of your own.

 

  I spent a total of $7.50 on supplies, but if you have your own rocks, moss, sticks, dirt, empty containers or other fairy like items, then you could definitely spend less. Things like empty ceramic pots, metal tubs or wooden barrels would make great whimsical containers for a fairy garden. The options are limitless, but we went with a simple plastic shallow tub so that the kids could carry it around and not break it. Enjoy this fun project idea!


How to Make a DIY Dollar Tree Fairy Garden

 

Step 1: Take a look around your house and yard to see if what materials you already have on hand that you can use for FREE. Things like empty ceramic pots, old metal tubs or small wooden barrels would make great containers. Also, you can use things like dirt, rocks, sticks, pine cones, moss, etc. to fill and decorate your fairy garden. Take note of what you already have that you do not need to purchase.

 

Step 2: Head to Dollar Tree and check out the gardening section for the Fairy Garden supplies. My Dollar Tree had several different houses and accessories to choose from. I also purchased a garden stone to decorate our fairy garden.

 

Step 3: Next, check out the craft supply section for things like moss, stones, succulents, etc. that can be used to fill your fairy garden.

 

Step 4: If you don’t already have a good container for your garden, then check out the garden supplies for a pot or the organizing section for a small, flat plastic container like we used.

 

Step 5: Purchase your items and head home.

 

Step 6: Fill your container with dirt and place fairy house in desired location.

 

Step 7: Create a stone path coming away from the house and add any other decor that you have. Small potted fake succulents make great “trees” and I also purchased a bag a moss “stones” that make cute looking bushes. Use your imagination and have fun with this project.

 

 

 We also made a dinosaur garden for my son who thought a fairy garden was too girly for him. We purchased the supplies for it at Dollar Tree as well and I think it turned out pretty cute. Happy crafting friends!

 

 

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Banana Nut Brownies with Brown Butter Frosting

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For a quick and easy dessert, try these delcious Banana Nut Brownies on gracefullittlehoneybee.com

 

  If you need a quick and delicious dessert idea, then you are sure to love these homemade Banana Nut Brownies topped brown butter frosting and chopped walnuts. I bet you already have all of the ingredients for these in your pantry, so why not give them a try? If you’re in need of more quick and easy desserts then be sure to check out the links below. Enjoy the recipe friends!

 

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Nutrition

Calories

6703 cal

Fat

243 g

Carbs

1097 g

Protein

69 g
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Ingredients

  • 2 eggs
  • 3 ripe bananas, mashed
  • 1 1/2 cups sugar
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 cup butter, softened
  • 1 tsp vanilla
  • 2 cups flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts + 1/4 cup chopped walnuts for topping
  • Ingredients for Brown Butter Frosting:
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 3 cups powdered sugar
  • 2 tsp vanilla
  • 3 tbsp milk (+ more for thinning frosting)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350 and grease a 9x13 pan.
  2. In large bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt and cinnamon.
  3. In separate bowl, beat together softened butter, sugar, sour cream, vanilla and eggs until smooth.
  4. Beat in the mashed bananas until well combined.
  5. Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until well combined
  6. Fold in the 1/2 cup chopped walnuts.
  7. Pour batter into prepared pan.
  8. Bake 25-30 minutes or until golden brown and toothpick comes out clean.
  9. Once cooked through, allow to cool 15 minutes.
  10. To make frosting, melt butter over medium heat for 2-4 minutes. Watch the butter carefully, once it starts to turn a slight brown color and smell like roasted nuts, then its ready. Be careful not to burn the butter.
  11. Remove butter from heat and whisk in the powdered sugar, milk and vanilla. Add in 1-2 more tbsp milk to thin out the frosting.
  12. Spread frosting over brownies and top with chopped walnuts.
  13. Allow frosting to harden for an hour before cutting and enjoy!
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Banana Nut Brownies

 

Ingredients

2 eggs
3 ripe bananas, mashed
1 1/2 cups sugar
1 cup sour cream
1/2 cup butter, softened
1 tsp vanilla
2 cups flour
1 tsp baking soda
1 tsp salt
1 tsp cinnamon
1/2 cup chopped walnuts + 1/4 cup chopped walnuts for topping

 

Brown Butter Frosting:
1/2 cup butter
3 cups powdered sugar
2 tsp vanilla
3 tbsp milk (+ more for thinning frosting)

 

Step 1: Preheat oven to 350 and grease a 9×13 pan.

Step 2: In large bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt and cinnamon.

Step 3: In separate bowl, beat together softened butter, sugar, sour cream, vanilla and eggs until smooth.

Step 4: Beat in the mashed bananas until well combined.

Step 5: Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until well combined

Step 6: Fold in the 1/2 cup chopped walnuts.

Step 7: Pour batter into prepared pan.

Step 8: Bake 25-30 minutes or until golden brown and toothpick comes out clean.

Step 9: Once cooked through, allow to cool 15 minutes.

Step 10: To make frosting, melt butter over medium heat for 2-4 minutes. Watch the butter carefully, once it starts to turn a slight brown color and smell like roasted nuts, then its ready. Be careful not to burn the butter.

Step 11: Remove butter from heat and whisk in the powdered sugar, milk and vanilla. Add in 1-2 more tbsp milk to thin out the frosting.

Step 12: Spread frosting over brownies and top with chopped walnuts.

Step 13: Allow frosting to harden for an hour before cutting and enjoy!

 

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