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Bekah got a modified copy of this cooks.com recipe years ago (dated 2009) from her friend Lisha’s mom and recently found it. These are rich and so don’t need any frosting. We’ve also made these as minis using mini chocolate chips. Summary Prep Time: 20 minutes Cook Time: 20 minutes...

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My brother and I made these from Joy Food Sunshine for my father’s birthday party. It is a recipe that ranks high in Google search results and for good reason. The original website has a useful scaling tool too. One recommendation I’ll second is using parchment paper so you can...

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Bekah makes this recipe from Ina Garten periodically, but usually halved and with a few minor changes. The halved portions fit well in the Bonne Maman jelly jars we save. It’s a great with any kind of citrus. You can add food coloring if you’re using it in a cake...

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I made these for a halloween party this year and had fun with decorating. Getting the white chocolate to pour was a little challenging but I was happy with the results. Ingredients 30 regular (not double stuffed) Oreos1 8 oz package Cream cheese2-3 cups Chocolate of choice (preferably melting chocolate,...

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A delicious frozen treat great for a summer party. Summary Prep Time: 10 minutes Freezer Time: 3 hours Ingredients Oreosvanilla ice creamshelled peanutscaramelCool Whip Directions Line the bottom of a glass pan with Oreos and crush them slightly so they are no longer whole Cover the Oreo layer with vanilla...

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This was a recipe clipping saved by the Ciccarello family. I’ve halved the ingredients to one loaf of bread but it’s not a bad idea to double it if you want some to share. We added chocolate chips which does increase the volume so watch how much you fill the...

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This recipe was shared by Bekah’s mom from an apple shaped recipe book. We’ve increased the proportions on the topper by 50% because who doesn’t want more topping? Summary Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 45 minutes Servings: 6 Ingredients 1 1/2 cup flour 1 1/2 cup quick oatmeal, uncooked...

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This recipe has become somewhat of a joke in our house for how over-the-top it is, but I like to make it occasionally as a late-nite treat. I started making it in the cafeteria in college but it’s flexible based on what ingredients you have stocked in your pantry. Summary...

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We made this delicious recipe from Half Baked Harvest and loved it. The cookies are large so only a couple is enough to be satisfied. The first time we made these, we had to run to the store to get the right kind of oats but it was worth it....

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Also called muddy buddies, this is one of Bekah’s favorite quick treat to make for friends. Summary Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 10 minutes Servings: 15 Ingredients 9 cups rice Chex cereal 1/2 cup peanut butter (we prefer chunky) 1 cup chocolate chips 1 teaspoon vanilla 1/4 cup butter...

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Bekah’s mom made these this holiday. The original recipe from the New York Times is for Hershey’s Kisses, but they can also be done with peanut butter cups. The peanut butter cups be baked in a mini cupcake tin for a deeper shape. Summary Prep Time: 20 minutes (+ 1...

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Here’s a friend’s recipe. We’ve also used this recipe from alton brown which also adds vanilla bean. Summary Prep Time: 5 minutes Cook Time: 40 minutes Servings: 6 ramekins Ingredients 1 Tsp. Vanilla 2 1/2 Cup Heavy Cream 6 Egg yolks 1 Cup Sugar (retain half for caramelizing top) Directions...

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Hoesterey family recipe from Bekah’s Noonie. You’ll want a good candy thermometer to avoid burning the whole batch. Doubling the recipe is NOT recommended. Summary Prep Time: 5 minutes Cook Time: 60 minutes Servings: plenty Ingredients 3 cup sugar 1 1/2 cup white corn syrup 3/4 cup water 3 cup...

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This is a Hoesterey family recipe from Bekah’s Nana. Bekah has made this the past few Thanksgivings and it’s always a hit. Summary Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 55 minutes Servings: 8 Ingredients 1/3 cup butter 2/3 cup sugar 1/2 cup cocoa 3 eggs 1 cup white karo corn...

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Hoesterey family recipe from Betty Moran (friend of Bekah’s Noonie) Summary Prep Time: 30 minutes Cook Time: 25 minutes Servings: 12 tassies Base Ingredients 1 cup flour 1 3oz pkg cream cheese 1/2 c butter Base Directions Soften butter & cream cheese Blend Add flour Shape into 12 balls Press...

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This is a easy, frozen dessert that is so tasty and filling. Ingredients 8 ounces cream cheese 1/2 cup peanut butter 1 cup powdered sugar 1/2 cup milk 8 ounces of cool whip 1 Graham cracker pie crust (Oreo is also good) Directions Add cream cheese, peanut butter, and...

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