Malted Milk Ball Brownie Sundaes

These Malted Milk Ball Brownie Sundaes are the perfect treat to satisfy any sweet tooth! Homemade brownie pieces are topped with scoops of rich and creamy Malted Milk Ball ice cream then drizzled with warm hot fudge. Sprinkle chopped malted milk balls on top for the finishing touch!

I love chocolate. I love ice cream. And I really love quick and easy desserts! If you've been around here a while then this isn't news to you. I've got a crazy sweet tooth! My boys inherited that sweet tooth from me as well and they both love dessert, especially anything homemade. I've been in the mood for an ice cream sundae lately so I decided to whip up a pan of brownies to create what I like to call "the ultimate sundae."

Molten Lava Cakes

These indulgent little desserts are cakey on the outside with a center of warm chocolate oozing through the middle. Top with a scoop of your favorite ice cream to really take these Molten Lava Cakes to the next level!

Hello, friends! How was your Christmas? I know this holiday looked a bit different for many of us this year, but I hope you had a wonderful day no matter what you did or who you spent it with. Our celebration was small and intimate; just me, my parents and my youngest son. This was the first Christmas day that I didn’t get to be with my oldest son which, I'll be honest, felt really weird. I knew this day would come eventually, I mean that’s what happens when your children grow up. Thank goodness for modern technology and FaceTime!

Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream Tart

You only need four ingredients to make this insanely delicious ice cream tart! With a mint chocolate cookie base, a thick layer of mint chocolate chip ice cream, and chopped mint chocolate candies, this is one holiday dessert you don't want to miss!

Happy Holidays, friends! I hope you had an amazing Thanksgiving, despite the crazy circumstances we are in right now. In some ways this year has flown by, and on the flip side, in the midst of this pandemic, it seems like it's been the longest year ever. I don't know about you, but I'm ready for some normalcy in my life! I decorated for Christmas early this year - like really early - but it was good for both my mind and soul. Twinkling lights, Christmas music and everything warm and cozy lifts my spirit and brings me joy, and that's all that really matters, right?

Frozen Toasted Coconut Brownies

These Frozen Toasted Coconut Brownies are easy to make, yet so delicious! Homemade brownies are topped with a thick layer of Toasted Coconut ice cream and a decadent, simple chocolate ganache. Sprinkle with some toasted coconut flakes and you've got one crowd-pleasing dessert!

I love making simple desserts, especially those that involve ice cream! No matter the season or time of year, I always have ice cream in my freezer. If you're anything like me you probably love a classic brownie too, and I've put them together to make one scrumptious dessert!

No Bake Blueberry Cobbler Ice Cream Bars

These light and delicious ice cream bars are simple to make and are the perfect summer treat! Featuring Hudsonville's Limited Edition Blueberry Cobbler ice cream, they will be the hit of your next BBQ or family gathering!

Did you know that July is National Blueberry Month? I don't need an excuse to eat blueberries - they are one of my favorite fruits! Not only are they sweet and scrumptious, they have many health benefits too. Blueberries are not only low in calories but high in vitamin C, vitamin K and fiber. They also are high in antioxidants which can reduce DNA damage, a leading driver of aging and cancer. Blueberries are also good for your heart and can help lower your cholesterol! So there is my PSA for the day haha. To celebrate these little gems, I'm sharing one of my new favorite dessert recipes with you - No Bake Blueberry Cobbler Ice Cream Bars, featuring Hudsonville's Limited Edition Blueberry Cobbler ice cream!

Patriotic Ice Cream Parfaits

These Patriotic Ice Cream Parfaits are loaded with layers of pound cake, Hudsonville’s American Fireworks ice cream, and lots of colorful fresh fruit! It’s the perfect patriotic summer dessert!

Hey friends, summer is finally here! Although it's not "official" until this weekend, we've been having summer weather here in Michigan for a few weeks now. Lots of sunny, hot and humid days, followed by somewhat cooler nights. I am absolutely loving the weather and have been enjoying my evenings and weekends sitting on my little patio and soaking in the sun and the nature around me. I've also been changing things up in the kitchen to make more meals on the grill and have cold and refreshing desserts. These cute little Patriotic Ice Cream Parfaits just happen to be one of our family's new favorites!

Chocolate Peppermint Stick Ice Cream Cake

This Chocolate Peppermint Stick Ice Cream Cake is the perfect combination of a chocolate cookie crust, creamy 

peppermint ice cream and crunchy peppermint pieces to make one delightful holiday dessert!

When my sons were very young we started a tradition with my parents to have a fun and festive Christmas Eve celebration. Instead of fixing a big dinner, we each pick a few of our favorite appetizers and make a big spread to snack on all night long. We watch our favorite holiday movies, play board games, and simply enjoy each other’s company. A few years back I decided to add to our tradition and surprise everyone with a special new recipe for dessert. This Chocolate Peppermint Stick Ice Cream Cake is one dessert that is easy to make and is adored by the whole family. It tastes like Christmas and is beautiful too!

Beet Chocolate Chunk Cookies

Soft and fluffy, not too sweet, and chocolate chunks in every bite, these 

Beet Chocolate Chunk Cookies are just as beautiful as they are delicious!

Baking is my love language. It's truly  my favorite way to show my friends and family how much I care about them. Don't get me wrong I enjoy cooking too, but baking is my true passion. With the holidays quickly approaching I've been in the kitchen baking up some old favorites as well as a trying out a few new treats. These Beet Chocolate Chunk Cookies just happen to be one of the new recipes that I can't get enough of!

Gingerbread Cupcakes with Orange Buttercream Frosting

These simple gingerbread cupcakes are light and tender and topped with a flavorful orange buttercream frosting!

Happy New Year, friends! I hope you all enjoyed your holidays and got to spend some time relaxing with family and friends. This is my first post of 2018, one that I had hoped to have done much sooner. The holidays were so busy and this past week was absolutely nuts at work. I feel like I didn't have much time to breathe! The last few weeks I've really been reflecting on this past year and wanted to share a little bit with you. 

I had much success and many wonderful opportunities in 2017. Cooking, baking, sharing my recipes with you, connecting with and building relationships with some wonderful brands. I went on a few amazing trips and got to meet new friends and see old friends as well. If you follow me on social media then you may have seen my posts about my trip to Cleveland with the American Dairy Association Mideast back in October. It was definitely one of the highlights of my year and I had so much fun learning, playing, and eating tons of good food!

Mint Brownie Pie

This Mint Brownie Pie combines two favorite flavors...chocolate and mint! Decadent and 

fudgy, this dessert is perfect for any special occasion and will satisfy any sweet tooth!

Winter has officially arrived here in Michigan. After several weeks of unseasonably warm temps, we got our first snowfall this weekend. Along with that came wind and really cold temperatures. I already feel like I'm in hibernation mode! I'll be honest with you, I've lived in Michigan my entire life but I am not a fan of winter. Although the snow is beautiful to look at, I hate being cold and I can't stand icy roads. But I suck it up and deal with it though because there are so many other things to love about our beautiful state. 

Red Velvet Cheesecake

This bright, beautiful Red Velvet Cheesecake is a luscious and indulgent dessert that's perfect for the holidays! 

I don't know about you guys, but I am SO glad the weekend is here! I have had such a crazy week. Work has been busier than I could ever imagine, the kids are getting ready to wrap up this semester of classes, and I've got so much to do to get ready for Christmas! I've got maybe half of my shopping done...I'm so behind! Please tell me I'm not alone?? 

Confetti Cake Ice Cream Cookie Cups

These fun and festive three ingredient Confetti Cake Ice Cream Cookie Cups are perfect for any celebration, 

or just as a special treat for family and friends!

Hi friends! I hope you all had a wonderful Thanksgiving! It's hard to believe it's come and gone, and now we are switching gears and getting into Christmas mode. We got our tree up this weekend and I'm slowly working on decorating the rest of the house. I've also been baking up a storm to get a head start on my holiday baking. Anyone else doing the same? 

Simple Apple Tart

Celebrate fall and the upcoming holidays with this flaky and delicious Simple Apple Tart. 

Topped with a drizzle of caramel sauce, this is one dessert that everyone is sure to love!

I received a Stemilt Growers' Curated Box at no cost to me. All opinions, as always, are my own.

Although I love everything pumpkin when fall rolls around, I have an equal amount of love for apples as well. It's been a tradition since my boys were little to head to our local orchard and pick apples and enjoy copious amounts of fresh cider and freshly baked doughnuts. We eat plenty of apples as snacks, but I love to cook with them as well. From savory dishes to sweet desserts, apples are so versatile and can be made into so many things!

Apple Walnut Crumb Bars #AppleWeek

These Apple Walnut Bars are addicting and so easy to make! A sweet apple filling is layered between a shortbread crust and a crunchy topping, making them a hit with everyone!

A special thank you to Rainier Fruit, Flahavan's Oats, and all of our amazing sponsors for sponsoring this post and our #AppleWeek giveaway!

I couldn't let #AppleWeek go by without sharing one of my favorite apple desserts! These Apple Walnut Crumb Bars are easy to make, full of flavor, and totally irresistible. They are perfect for taking to a tailgate or fall party, but even better when made just for the family. You probably should share them though because I guarantee you can't eat just one!

Dinner Divas Weekly Menu Plan - Week 20

Happy Friday! Who's ready for the long holiday weekend? I know I am! This has been the longest week ever. So busy at work, so busy getting my boys ready to get back to school, and my firstborn turned 21 a few days ago. Crazy, huh? I honestly can't figure out how my baby is 21 years old already! I will be welcoming the long weekend with open arms and can't wait to spend some time with my family relaxing.

This weeks' menu plan is filled with plenty of tasty food and I know I'll be kicking off my weekend with one or two of the Pastry Chef Online's amazing Top Shelf Margaritas. Saturday breakfast will definitely be Comfortably Domestic's Huevos Rancheros Savory Oats. And for dessert? I can't wait to make a batch of our favorite Sea Salt Caramel Ice Cream! Let's dig in, shall we? 

Sea Salt Caramel Ice Cream

This rich and decadent Sea Salt Caramel Ice Cream is the perfect balance of salty and sweet and is so easy to make!

There are so many things to do during the summer in Michigan. Not only do we have the Great lakes, inland lakes, beaches and sand dunes, but we have a ton of other outdoor activities to enjoy. From concerts in the park to amazing zoos to baseball games, there is plenty to do to keep your family busy. There are also some hidden gems, like MOO-ville Creamery and farm. Not only can you stop into the store for scoops of your favorite creamy ice cream, but there's a petting zoo, large children's playground, and tours of the farm. You can choose a self-guided tours as well as public tours, which is much more in depth, which is what my mom and I did a few weeks ago. I just couldn't wait to check the farm out for myself!

Mint Chocolate Chunk Ice Cream Sandwiches

There's not much better on a hot summer day than a scoop of homemade mint chocolate chunk 

ice cream sandwiched between two freshly baked chocolate wafer cookies! 

Homemade ice cream is my jam. Ever since my boys gifted me with an ice cream maker for Mother's Day several years ago, I've been spending my summers whipping up all sorts of delicious frozen treats. From ice cream to frozen yogurt and even sorbet, the possibilities are endless with this machine. Since July is National Ice Cream Month, I couldn't let it pass by without sharing a few of my favorite recipes! This Mint Chocolate Chunk ice cream is a family favorite in my house, and baking up a batch of fresh chocolate wafer cookies and turning them into ice cream sandwiches was the best idea I've had in a long time.

Mini Blueberry Cheesecakes

These luscious mini cheesecakes are bright and fresh and have a buttery shortbread crust. 

Topped with flavorful bluberry preserves, they are the perfect bite sized summer dessert!

It has been such a busy few weeks, I feel like I've not been around much. Between a trip to Kansas, a busy work schedule, and the holiday weekend, it's been go, go, go! Speaking of the holiday weekend, I hope you had a wonderful 4th of July! Ours was pretty low key - my oldest came home for the long weekend so I got to spend time with both of my boys. My parents came over on the 4th as well and we had a delicious cookout filled with cheese stuffed burgers, my mom's famous potato salad, baked beans, and potato chips and dip. Isn't that the most traditional Americana menu ever? HA!

Coconut Cream Pie Milkshakes

These decadent and delicious Coconut Cream Pie Milkshakes are simple to make and 

are the perfect treat on a hot summer day!

One of my favorite things about summer is getting to eat all the ice cream. I'm sure many of you can understand and agree completely. Now don't get me wrong I eat ice cream all year round, but during the summer I go all out. Lots of homemade ice cream, ice cream sandwiches, milkshakes, and everything else in between. Speaking of milkshakes, these Coconut Cream Pie Milkshakes are my jam. I whipped them up a few weeks ago and haven't stopped making them since!

Flourless Chocolate Cupcakes with Caramel Buttercream Frosting

These are by far some of the best chocolate cupcakes I've ever eaten! The cupcakes are so moist and tender and the frosting is rich and creamy. These decadent treats are flourless and have a secret ingredient that no one will ever believe!

Friends, I've got quite the treat for you today! Have you ever had a chocolate cupcake that just melts in your mouth? I'm talking about a cupcake that just blows your mind. Well the recipe I'm sharing today will do just that! These cupcakes are so moist and tender, like the fluffiest little things you've ever seen. They are topped with a divine caramel buttercream frosting, which just adds a whole other dimension of flavor to these light and luscious treats. These delicious little bites are also flourless, and have a secret ingredient that helps hold them together and make them healthier. Any guesses on what my secret is?

So remember a few days ago I shared a gorgeous coffee cake with you? And in that post I told you all about a meal kit challenge that I'm doing with Milk Means More. Well, these cupcakes are the result of my second "basket" of ingredients! Now if you read that post, you may remember what I had to work for my second dessert recipe. My required ingredients were butter, caramel sauce, cinnamon, and.......