Desserts & Sweets

Homemade Caramel Pecan Cinnamon Rolls

Waking up at Grandma's house. Slowly opening my eyes and looking around the spare bedroom- which is stuffed with antiques Grandpa has collected over the years. Slowly sniffing the air. Yep, she made cinnamon rolls. Even better, she made caramel pecan cinnamon rolls. I guess they're also running around under the name of "Sticky Buns." I didn't know that until... Read More

Mini Chocolate Bundt Cakes: Perfect Easter Treat

This mini chocolate bundt cake recipe from guest blogger, Cyna of Country Hill Cottage, is perfect for Easter. Made with a delicious chocolate batter and decorated with mini chocolate eggs, these little cakes are delicious for afternoon coffee and perfect seasonal food gifts. Mini chocolate bundt cakes are easy to make and are a great Easter and spring treat. These... Read More

How to Make Red Velvet Cake Bites: Classy Dessert

Red Velvet Cake Bites are simply red velvet cake pops...without the stick. I prefer them over a true cake pop because they're easier to store. And they look more classy (especially for serving to others). This is a delicious dessert. Soft, moist red velvet cake mixed with white chocolate cream cheese frosting. Dipped in candy coating (or white chocolate). While... Read More

Peppermint Muddy Buddies, Candy Cane Muddy Buddies

Does anything say Christmas more than peppermint? That perfect combination of sweetness melting on your tongue with fresh peppermint flavor. I saw candy canes on sale and couldn't resist. A little tinkering with my favorite basic muddy buddies and we have Peppermint Muddy Buddies. Also known as Candy Cane Puppy Chow. Peppermint Muddy Buddies are a great alternative for those... Read More

Pumpkin Cake Cheesecake with Cinnamon Cream Cheese Frosting

Warm cake melting in your mouth. The deep spice added to pumpkin to make that delicious fall taste. Smooth, rich cream cheese frosting. Combine that and I have a new dessert for you: Pumpkin Cake Cheesecake! It has been another month of busy testing over at The Housewife Modern, also known as the Landsberger kitchen. While I had a perfect... Read More

White Chocolate Halloween Mummies with Peanut Butter Filling

My grandma makes these for my husband every year...but I finally got around to making these myself! Delicious Halloween Mummies. Peanut butter spread between two Townhouse crackers (yes, it needs to be Townhouse), dipped in white chocolate. And then decorated for Halloween. Aren't they so cute!? A few things to note: we highly prefer Townhouse crackers for these. But they're... Read More

Pumpkin Pie Spice Muddy Buddies: Easy, Delicious, Fall Treat

Those of you who visit often know that I love muddy buddies. With fall approaching, what an excellent excuse to make pumpkin pie spice muddy buddies (or pumpkin pie spice puppy chow, if you prefer that term)! I happened upon some White Pumpkin Pie M&M's. I tossed them with the muddy buddies. But if you can't find them, the muddy... Read More

Cookies and Cream Muddy Buddies: Delicious & Easy

We're on a cookies and cream binge in this household! I had some leftover Oreos and decided to see what types of delicious desserts I could turn them into. Cookies and cream muddy buddies were the first on my list. I tested some different versions. My husband's workplace was very happy with me that week- they got all the leftovers... Read More

Snickerdoodle Muddy Buddies: Easy & Delicious

Snickerdoodle Muddy Buddies happened almost by accident. It was a combination of a sale and family visiting. We had family coming to visit. They have small kids, so I wanted to provide a variety of breakfast options. Among the three cereals (I also provided oatmeal, eggs, bacon, and juice...I have a tendency to overdo things), I wanted a kid-friendly option.... Read More

Butterscotch Blondie Cheesecake

I'm so excited! I invented a completely new dessert. Seriously. Go Google it. Well, print it first. Then Google it. (haha). It didn't exist before me. I proudly introduce: Butterscotch Blondie Cheesecake. A blondie crust. A delicious cheesecake with my own special twist. Homemade salted bourbon butterscotch sauce. Each delicious on their own, combined they are fabulous. You have no... Read More