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Apple Snack Cake

Apple Snack Cake

By now you probably know that I love trying out new recipes. I have found some great recipes from Real Simple over the past few years and with fall upon us, I decided to try their apple snack cake. I’m having a get together this…

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Strawberry Muffins

Strawberry Muffins

I subscribe to various sites and receive new recipes in my inbox on a daily basis. I love trying new foods so I’m always on the hunt for delicious recipes. When I received an email titled “8 Muffin Recipes Kids Will Love” I…

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Cobbler: Peach and Blueberry

Cobbler: Peach and Blueberry

I’ve mentioned how our family has been obsessed with blueberries this summer, but we’ve also been indulging in sweet, juicy peaches as well. For those that live in PA, Chambersburg peaches are simply amazing. I have a friend who…

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Pie Pops

Pie Pops

These days cake pops are becoming just about as popular as cupcakes and I’m a huge fan. I have heard, however, that they’re no easy task to make. I then came across pie pops and thought they were a genius idea. I’m not always up…

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Piece of Pie

Piece of Pie

Blueberry pie, to be exact. My family has been indulging in all of the summer fruits this season. Madelyn (13 months) is turning out to be quite the berry fanatic. Since our fridge has been constantly stocked with these plump…

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Whoopie!

Whoopie!

If you don’t know by now, I have a love of sweets and chocolate is often involved. Yesterday I celebrated the birthday of one of my best friends. We share a love for sweets in general, but in particular, Trader Joe’s whoopie pies…

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A Newfound Love

A Newfound Love

Bagels used to be one of those foods that I never considered making because they already seemed to be perfected and perfectly wrapped waiting for me in the bakery aisle. That was until I came across this recipe in Rue mag. I…

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Strawberry Yogurt Cake

Strawberry Yogurt Cake

Yesterday was my daughter Madelyn’s first birthday (sigh). I wanted to make her a special birthday dessert, but the poor thing was in bed before it was finished. Lucky for her I didn’t polish it off in one sitting. Madelyn is a…

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