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Cappuccino Crunch Cake combines coffee ice cream, pound cake and NESTLÉ® TOLL HOUSE® Milk Chocolate Morsels for a rich and creamy frozen dessert! :) Frozen Chocolate-Covered Cappuccino Crunch Cake Ingredients: 1 (10 3/4 oz.) frozen pound cake, thawed 3/4 cup heavy whipping cream 1 3/4 cups (11.5-oz. pkg.) NESTLÉ® TOLL HOUSE® Milk Chocolate Morsels 4 cups (1 quart) coffee ice cream, softened 1 cup frozen whipped topping, thawed 1 3/4 cups coarsely crushed malted milk balls Frozen whipped topping, thawed (optional) Coarsely crushed malted milk balls, (optional) Directions: SLICE pound cake into 1/8- to 1/4-inch slices. Place half of the slices on bottom of 9-inch springform pan; press down firmly. Set remaining slices aside. BRING cream just to a boil in medium saucepan. Remove from heat. Add milk chocolate morsels; let stand 5 minutes. Whisk until well combined and smooth. Pour half of the chocolate mixture over pound cake in pan, spreading evenly to within 1/4-inch of edge of pan. Cove...

This bee sting cake recipe or bienenstich is popular in German-speaking countries and Hungarians have borrowed it from their neighbors. The cake can be made with or without yeast and filled with pastry cream or whipped cream or a combination of the two as it is here. What is common among the varieties is the honey-butter-almond topping, which creates a crispy, crackly top. If you like honey, this is the cake for you -- it's in the batter, the topping and filling. Bee Sting Cake Ingredients: Topping:     7 tablespoons unsalted butter     1/2 cup honey     1 teaspoon vanilla extract     1/2 cup sliced almonds Cake:     1 3/4 cups + 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour     1 tablespoon baking powder     1/2 teaspoon salt     4 ounces (1 stick) butter, slightly softened     5 tablespoons sugar     1/4 cup honey     2 large eggs  ...

If you are looking for something gooey, rich, and chocolatey, look no further!  With layers of brownie, chocolate pudding, cream cheese, whipped topping, and fudge, this dessert is absolutely amazing. I took this to a potluck dinner and people were seriously licking the pan clean, even after the dessert was gone. It is so simple to make and is always a big hit! : Brownie Refrigerator Cake Ingredients:     2 brownie mixes     1 extra large egg     1 (8 oz.) package cream cheese, softened     1 cup powdered sugar     2 (8 oz.) containers whipped topping     1 (3 oz.) package instant chocolate pudding     1 (3 oz.) package instant vanilla pudding     3 1/2 cups milk     1 Hershey candy bar or chocolate syrup Directions: Mix brownie mixes according to directions. Add egg. Bake in 9x13 inch greased and floured cake pan. Mix cream cheese, powdered sugar a...

This dip is perfect for a party or healthy snacking. The avocado it contains is a healthy fat that regulates blood sugar to control cravings, while the black beans contain fiber to keep you full. By swapping sour cream for Greek yogurt, you’ll save roughly 200 calories per cup – so you can dig in guilt-free! Dr. Oz’s 7-Layer Fat-Fighting Dip Ingredients: 4 cups shredded lettuce 3 medium ripe avocados mashed and mixed with 2 tbsp lemon juice 1 1/2 cup Greek yogurt mixed with 1 package low-sodium taco seasoning mix 1 can black beans 3 medium diced tomatoes 2 cans sliced olives 8 oz 2% cheddar cheese Instructions: Starting with the lettuce on the bottom of a bowl, add each layer on top of the next, ending with sprinkling the cheese on top. Alternate one celery stick with each whole grain chip to cut your calories in half.

Delicious recipe! I ruined the first batch of caramel…it could have just been my inexperience though. The second time I tried switching the measurements so I used 2/3 cup water and 4 Tablespoons butter, the result was much much better. Very moist and very rich dessert. Recipe >> The Best Caramel Cake @ rockrecipes.com

Sliced fresh strawberries are sandwiched between cake layers and frosting to make this dessert a winner! Strawberry Yogurt Torte Servings: 24 Ingredients: Cake: 1 box Betty Crocker® SuperMoist® white cake mix 3/4 cup water 1/3 cup vegetable oil 3 egg whites 1 container (6 oz) Yoplait® Original 99% Fat Free strawberry yogurt Frosting and Toppings: 2 containers Betty Crocker® Whipped vanilla frosting 20 fresh strawberries, cut into 1/4-inch slices Assorted fresh berries, if desired Fresh mint leaves, if desired Directions: Heat oven to 350°F (325°F for dark or nonstick pan). Grease and flour 15x10x1-inch pan, or spray with baking spray with flour. In large bowl, beat cake ingredients with electric mixer on low speed 30 seconds, then on medium speed 2 minutes. Pour into pan. Bake 21 to 27 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool 10 minutes; remove from pan to cooling rack. Cool completely, about 1 hour. Cut cake crosswise into thirds. Place one-third on flat ser...

Delicious brownie ice cream sandwiches topped with sprinkles that can be ready and waiting in the freezer. Brownie Ice Cream Sandwiches Servings: 12 Ingredients: 1 box Betty Crocker® Original Supreme Premium brownie mix Water, vegetable oil and eggs called for on brownie mix box 1 quart vanilla ice cream, slightly softened Assorted sprinkles, chocolate chips and candies, as desired Directions: Heat oven to 350°F (325°F for dark or nonstick pan). Line 13x9-inch pan with foil so foil extends about 2 inches over sides of pan. Spray foil with cooking spray. Make brownies as directed on box for 13x9-inch pan. Cool completely, about 1 hour. Place pan of brownies in freezer 30 minutes. Remove brownies from pan by lifting foil; peel foil from sides of brownies. Cut brownies into 24 squares, 6 rows by 4 rows; peel foil from squares. For each sandwich, spoon 1/4 cup ice cream on bottom of 1 brownie square. Top with second brownie square, bottom side down; gently press together. Roll sides in spr...

One thing that I always enjoy grilling during the summer is honey garlic pork chops. This recipe uses boneless pork chops but you can use chops with the bone-in as well. The highlight of this recipe is the sauce which consists of honey, ketchup, garlic and soy sauce.  This delicious sauce is basted onto the pork chops during the grilling process and the end result is amazing. If you would prefer to use a different type of meat, this recipe would work with chicken as well. If you are looking for a simple and delicious recipe for the grill, give this one a try. Enjoy. Honey Garlic Pork Chops Ingredients: 1 cup ketchup 1/3 cup honey ¼ cup soy sauce 2 garlic cloves (minced) 1 1/2lbs boneless pork chops (6 4 oz portions) salt and pepper Directions: Step 1: In a medium bowl  stir together ketchup, honey, soy sauce and garlic. Set aside. Step 2: Lightly season the pork chops on both sides with salt and pepper. Brush each chop with the sauce to coat. Step 3: Grease the grill grates of...

Pizza and nachos are two of my brother’s favorite foods; now he can enjoy them all at once. These nachos are the ultimate game day snack. I love that the recipe is adaptable, too. If pepperoni isn’t your thing, leave it off. Try adding mushrooms, artichokes, roasted red peppers, chicken, etc. Top the nachos with your favorite pizza toppings. The options are endless! Recipe > Pizza Nachos - Tasty Kitchen

I have made these several times and they are so yummy and addicting. I put almonds on top of the chocolate and it was absolutely Delicious. As my sister said, Almond Joy! :D Recipe > Chocolate Covered Coconut Bars - ArtandTheKitchen.com

Zucchini crust works just like the cauliflower crust, only you pre-shred the zucchini raw, and drain out its excess liquid, whereas you mash the cauliflower after cooking it. If you have a food processor with a top shredding blade, assembling this crust is fast and easy. The whole pizza-making process is actually pretty quick. The result is a thinner crust than the cauliflower, with a nice chewiness. A wetter topping such as tomato sauce can make it a bit soggy, but tastes so good that I don’t mind. Pesto works really well too. I used some of the nettle pesto from my freezer on one pizza. Delicious. The pizza above has tomato sauce, fresh mozzarella, extra parmesan, fresh yellow tomatoes added at the end, and a sauté of garlic, onion, Italian parsley, and king oyster mushrooms. Any mushrooms will do. About the crust proportions: You can really vary them, as long as there is enough egg to bind the other ingredients together, enough cheese to brown, and enough zucchini (with water squeez...

This recipe was handed down to me from my mother. Every holiday my siblings (all seven of us)and I would request this awsome cake along with the homemade fruit toping.. It's gotten so she'd have to create two cakes, due to there never being enough.. :) Crack Proof: New York Style Cheesecake   Ingredients: CRUST: 2 c finely ground graham crackers (about 30 squares) 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon 1/2 c unsalted butter, melted (1 stick) FILLING: 4- (8) oz blocks cream cheese, room temperature 1 c sugar 4 eggs 1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract 1 lemon, zest finley grated 1 c sour cream TOPPING: 1 pt strawberries 1 pt raspberries 2 Tbsp butter 3/4 c granulated sugar 1 tsp corn starch 1 lemon, juiced Directions: To prepare crust: In a mixing bowl, combine the crust ingredients together with a fork until evenly moistened. Lightly coat the bottom and sides of a 9-inch spring form pan with non-stick cooking spray. Firmly press the mixture over the bottom and 1-inch up the sides of the pan, use your fi...

These were so delicious! My sweet-tooth of a husband practically gobbled down the entire pan. My favorite part was how quickly it all came together. I was craving something baked late one night and these took no time at all to whip up and throw in the oven. I only had dark brown sugar on hand, so I reduced it to 3/4 cup and I used 1 tsp vanilla + 1/2 tsp almond extract to bring out the banana flavor. I also added 1/2 cup chopped pecans to the batter and sprinkled a few more on top of the warm glaze... They’re moist, super flavourful and so easy to make. The brown sugar frosting is to die for! Recipe >> Banana Blondies @ cookiesandcups.com

Okay, so it’s not really a secret anymore if I share it here, is it? I’m not sure why I’ve been possessive of this recipe online before, but I’ve had a few people ask for it and my sister said to share it, so I’m sharing it. But seriously? This is the best chocolate pie in the world! My Family’s Secret Chocolate Pie Recipe Ingredients:     2 cups Evaporated Milk     1 Tablespoon Butter     1 teaspoon Vanilla     3 whole Egg Yolks     1-½ cup Sugar     4 Tablespoons Flour     4-½ Tablespoons Hershey's Cocoa     ⅛ teaspoons Salt     1 whole Pre-baked Pie Crust Directions: Combine the milk, butter, vanilla, and egg yolks together. Combine the sugar, flour, cocoa, and salt together. Sift the dry into the wet in a saucepan. Cook on medium-high heat until thick (this can sometimes take a long time). Pour into a pre-baked pie crust. This recipe doesn’t seem to ...

This lovely cake has just the right amount of sweetness and oh, how I loved the butter flavor! The glaze is simply wonderful. Bust Your Buttons Butter Cake Ingredients: 3 c cake flour 2 c sugar 1 tsp salt 1 tsp baking powder 1/2 tsp baking soda 1 c buttermilk 1 c (2 sticks) butter, softened 2 tsp vanilla extract 1 tsp almond extract 4 eggs, room temperature BUTTERY GLAZE 1/3 c butter 3/4 c granulated sugar (white sugar, not powdered) 3 Tbsp water 1 1/2 Tbsp vanilla extract Directions: In a stand mixer bowl combine the cake flour, sugar, salt, baking powder and baking soda and mix to combine. Add the buttermilk, butter, vanilla and almond extract and eggs. Mix well. Do not over beat, mix just until ingredients are combined. Should take about three and a half minutes.*** Over beating can cause the cake to be tough. *** Pour into a greased and floured bundt pan. ***DO NOT SKIP THIS STEP. SPRAYING IS NOT ENOUGH! TAKE THE TIME TO FLOUR IT OR IT WILL STICK! Bake at 325 degrees for 1 hour to ...

I'm a big snacker and I'm always looking for healthy things to snack on. These asparagus baked fries are a great option,, It was so delicious! I served it with a Mahi sandwich, and I didn't miss the French fries at all. I didn't serve it with the Hollandaise. Instead, I served it with creamy Caesar with a dash of horseradish mustard,, Asparagus coated in panko bread crumbs and parmesan and baked until golden brown and crispy. Recipe >> Crispy Baked Asparagus Fries @ Closet Cooking

They are great.. I've eaten half the loaf by myself and see myself making this at least once a month forever,, I made mine with Wow butter because my daughter has a peanut/nut allergy and also I used Holiday Rice Krispies to make it more colourful.. Recipe >> Rice Krispy Rollups @ TheKitchnCookie

This Easy Chocolate Kahlua Cake is both quick and impressive when you’re short on time.  Your friends and family are sure to love this moist, tender cake infused with Kahlua and drizzled with ganache.  It’s marvelous all by itself or with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Make this cake the night before, and it’s even better the next day. This cake is really delish enough to serve up all by itself, but a scoop of ice cream over it could be a very very good thing. Recipe >> Chocolate Kahlua Cake @ thegirlinspired.com

I just made this with vegetarian sausage, and all other ingredients as stated in the recipe, minus the pepperoni. The great thing about this pizza casserole is that you can use whatever your favorite pizza toppings are! You can use another cured meat like salami or Spanish chorizo. I calculated calories based on it making 6 servings, and it came out at about 600 calories per serving- definitely not diet food, but yummy!!! Recipe > Pepperoni Pizza Casserole - Closet Cooking

I made this yesterday and just took my first bite about 16 hours later. It turned out perfectly. The layers switched and everything fit in my pan. It looks exactly like the picture. I whipped up my own whipped cream and used a bit of cream of tartar to stabilize it and it’s held up just fine in the fridge. The only thing I wasn’t a fan of was the ricotta cheese layer but this cake looks so nice I think I will try it again with cream cheese., Recipe > Chocolate Italian Love Cake - Chew Nibble Nosh

Some of the ingredients might make you wonder, but trust me on this one: these are impossibly delicious. They taste like a small piece of apple tart heaven! They're best when served immediately, with a scoop of Cool Whip or vanilla ice cream. However if you want to save them for later, be sure to separate the dumpling from the excess liquid that remains after baking. Recipe > Country Apple Dumplings - from Butter with Side of Bread

This Grilled Caribbean Jerk Shrimp was so fun to set on the table, a treat for my parents who were visiting for a few days. When grilled on the plank, the shrimp cook slower and turn out a bit saucier, with a hint of smoke. Simply fabulous! As a tantalizing appetizer, gorgeous salad topper, or main entrée star, this Caribbean jerk shrimp from the grill is one memorable course to any meal,, Recipe > Grilled Jerk Shrimp and Pineapple Skewers - Closet Cooking

Made it yesterday and really had to improvise. We live quite far from a grocery store and it wasn’t until I’d already put the roast in the crockpot that I realized we had run out of two KEY ingredients: balsamic vinegar and corn starch (gasp!). But I was committed to trying with what we had on hand. I used red wine vinegar and flour instead, and added about 1/2 cup additional brown sugar to thicken the glaze. To make matters more challenging, our boiler went kaput … I was tempted to take a blow torch to the roast, but figured it wasn’t worth risking setting my house on fire! Although we didn’t get the crusty glaze I was hoping for, it turned out absolutely delicious. My family devoured the meal. The sage and the sweetness of the brown sugar balanced each other beautifully. I look forward to making it again as per instructed, but want to assure others out there that this one is a real winner … improvised ingredients, broken kitchen appliances and all! Recipe > Crockpot Brown Sugar Ba...

If you are searching for a delicious and hearty meatless entree to serve that is quick and easy, you will love this Vegetarian Lasagna recipe. Layered with creamy Cheese, Spinach, and pasta it is divine. It is a meal that even the children will love. They will never even notice the nutrient rich spinach nestled in the pasta and layers of cheese. It is so easy to assemble you can put it together, chill and bake later if desired. The best part of this easy recipe is that it takes no more time to prepare two of these delicious Lasagna dishes as it does one. So, why not assemble two, bake one, and freeze the other for another day. The quality of the dish will not diminish by freezing and you will have a quick entree for a busy day later. Recipe > Creamy Perfection Vegetarian Lasagna with Ricotta Cheese - Amazing Italian Recipes

These Lemon Herb Roasted Potato Nuggets are a terrific side dish with many meals like any roast chicken or lamb dinner or to serve with Greek Souvlaki. Lemon Herb Roasted Potato Nuggets Ingredients:     6- 8 large sized russet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1½ to 2 inch chunks     juice of one lemon     ¼ to ⅓ cup olive oil (butter or other oil will work as well; a butter/olive oil combination is very good too)     ½ tsp kosher salt     ½ tsp cracked black pepper     1½ tbsp dried herbs, oregano, thyme and rosemary are good choices     1 whole garlic bulb broken into about 4 pieces (optional) Instructions  Parboil the potatoes in salted water for about 3-4 minutes, no longer.  Meanwhile in a 375 degree F oven, heat a baking pan of sufficient size to hold your potatoes without crowding them. A glass or metal pan is fine, as long as it is well heated beforehand. This will help...

In the kitchen my husband and I are always trying to come up with new recipes.  Sometimes we try something completely new and other times we modify an existing recipe to see if we can add some new flare and pizzazz.  Last night was one of those nights where we took an existing recipe that we’ve successfully cooked before and changed it up a bit.  I call this recipe Oven roasted smoked sausage and potatoes.  I used fingerling potatoes and Hillshire Farm smoked sausage among couple of other things... Recipe >> Oven Roasted Smoked Sausage and Potatoes @ Recipes From The Big Blue Binder

 ..bursting with lemon flavor, this loaf cake will remind you of the one you can buy at your local coffee shop! Starbucks Lemon Pound Cake INGREDIENTS: 1 1/2 cups flour 1/2 teaspoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon salt 3 eggs, room temp 1 cup sugar 2 tablespoons butter, softened 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 2 teaspoon lemon extract 1/3 cup lemon juice 1/2 cup oil zest of one lemon Glaze: 1 cup powdered sugar 2 tablespoons whole milk 1/2 teaspoon lemon extract DIRECTIONS: Preheat oven to 350. Grease and flour a 9 x 5 loaf pan. In a large bowl, combine flour, baking soda, baking powder and salt. In a medium bowl, combine eggs, sugar, butter, vanilla extract, lemon extract and lemon juice with a mixer until blended. Pour wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and blend until smooth. Add oil and lemon zest and mix well. Pour into loaf pan and bake for 45 minutes until toothpick comes out clean. (It took an hour in my oven). Remove from oven and pour glaze over it, t...

This pie is so wonderful and rich, I had to take it to work to share with all my friends. The blend of the peanut butter and creme and the crust puts together some of my favorite flavors. A great pie for a family event. Recipe >> Creamy Peanut Butter Pie @ missysue.com