Category Archives: Snacks and Treats

RITZ Cracker Cookies

These are sweet, salty, buttery and crunchy! Deliciously addictive. Love them!

RITZ Cracker Cookies

2 sticks unsalted butter, soft
1 3/4 cups white granulated sugar
1 large egg
1 1/2 cups white all-purpose flour
1/4 cup milk powder
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
3/4 teaspoon baking soda
3/4 teaspoon baking powder
1 sleeve RITZ crackers, whole

Start by preheating your oven to 375 degrees F. Line 2 large baking sheets with parchment paper.

Cream together the soft unsalted butter with the white granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the large egg.

Beat in the white all-purpose flour, milk powder, salt, baking soda and baking powder. Add in the RITZ crackers and mix only until crackers break up. You do not want cracker crumbs, just broken up crackers into small to medium sized pieces.

Place tablespoon size balls of dough into the parchment lined baking sheets. Bake, one sheet at a time, in preheated oven for 15 minutes. Remove and allow to cool.

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Pineapple Cheesecake Dreams

I love these! Almost like a pineapple cheesecake bar but with the volume turned up! The topping on these is incredible!

Pineapple Cheesecake Dreams

For the crust
1 cup white all-purpose flour
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
1/2 cup confectioner’s sugar

For the filling
14 oz cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup white granulated sugar
1 large egg

For the topping
1 cup pineapple jam
Container of Cool Whip

Start by preheating your oven to 400 degrees F. Spray a 9×13-inch pan with non-stock cooking spray containing flour.

In a large bowl make the crust by combining the white all-purpose flour, melted unsalted butter and confectioner’s sugar. Pat evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan.

In a large bowl cream together the softened cream cheese, white granulated sugar and large egg to make the filling. Pour this evenly over the crust.

Bake in preheated oven 30 minutes.

Remove and allow to cool completely.

In a large bowl combine the pineapple jam with the Cool Whip. Spread evenly over the cheesecake. Cover and refrigerate.

Remove and cut into squares. Serve chilled.

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Microwave Sea Salt Caramels

These are easy AND delicious! How fabulous.

Microwave Sea Salt Caramels

1 stick unsalted butter, melted
1 cup white granulated sugar
1 cup light brown sugar
1 cup light corn syrup
1 can sweetened condensed milk
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
Sea salt, for sprinkling

In a large microwave safe bowl combine the melted unsalted butter, white granulated sugar, light brown sugar, light corn syrup and sweetened condensed milk. Microwave on high 14 minutes, stirring the mixture about every 3 minutes.

Pour into a greased 9×13-inch baking pan. Smooth out the top. Sprinkle with sea salt.

Place into the refrigerator for 15 minutes. Remove and place into the freezer for about 40 minutes. Remove and cut into pieces.

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Creamy Peanut Butter Fudge

A CREAMY version of my favorite peanut butter fudge. This is beyond amazing!

Creamy Peanut Butter Fudge

4 cups confectioner’s sugar
1/3 cup milk
2 tablespoons butter
1 cup smooth peanut butter

Line a 8×8-inch square baking pan with aluminum foil. Spray with non-stick cooking spray.

In a large bowl place the confectioner’s sugar, milk and butter. Microwave on high for 2 minutes. Remove and beat well. Microwave on high an additional 30 seconds.

Beat in smooth peanut butter.

Pour into prepared pan and smooth out the top. Allow to sit for about 2 hours before cutting and enjoying.

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Easiest Peanut Butter Fudge Ever

Simply the easiest peanut butter fudge ever! Only two ingredients. Try this!

Easiest Peanut Butter Fudge Ever

1 pound white almond bark
1 cup smooth peanut butter

Start by greasing an 8-inch square baking pan.

In a large microwave safe bowl melt the white almond bark. Stir until smooth and creamy. Be watchful that it does not burn.

Remove and stir in smooth peanut butter.

Pour into prepared baking pan.

Refrigerate for 1 hour.

Remove, cut and serve.

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Chocolate Crisps

This are the perfect quick candy to stir up for a Holiday gift. The mixture of chocolate and cranberry pairs unbelievably well with the crunch of the corn flakes. If you are really in a hurry, pop these into the refrigerator to finish setting up and drying.

Chocolate Crisps

1 cup milk chocolate chips
3/4 cup bittersweet chocolate chips
3 cups corn flakes
1/3 cup dried cranberries

Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.

In a medium sized microwave safe bowl combine the milk chocolate chips and bittersweet chocolate chips. Microwave on high for 3 minutes, stirring every 30 seconds, until the chocolate is smooth and melted.

In a large bowl pour corn flakes and dried cranberries. Pour melted chocolate over corn flakes and dried cranberries.

Combine well, coating every single corn flake and dried cranberry with the melted chocolate.

Place large scoops onto prepared baking sheets. Sprinkle the top with salt if desired.

Allow to set up before enjoying.

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Gooey Butter Cake

I love a gooey butter cake! Try this!

Gooey Butter Cake

For the crust…
1 box yellow cake mix
1 stick butter, melted
1 large egg

For the filling…
1 stick butter, melted
8 oz cream cheese
2 large eggs
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
3 1/2 cups confectioner’s sugar

Start by preheating your oven to 350 degrees F. Line a 9×13-inch baking pan with aluminum foil and spray with non-stick baking spray containing flour.

In a large bowl make the crust by combining the dry yellow cake mix with the melted butter and egg. Pat this mixture into the bottom of the pan.

In another large bowl beat together the melted butter and cream cheese. Add in the large eggs and pure vanilla extract. Combine well. Beat in the confectioner’s sugar. Pour on top of crust and spread evenly.

Bake in preheated oven 48 minutes. Be careful not to over bake! The center will still be jiggly when it is done baking.

Let rest at room temperature until cooled. Wrap with aluminum foil and refrigerate at least 4 hours. Remove, cut and serve.

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