As a parent, it can be difficult to come up with ideas for after-school snacks that are quick and easy to prepare. You want something that is nutritious and will help keep your child’s energy levels up through homework time and extracurricular activities. In this blog post, we will discuss some of our favorite after-school […]
EASY Air Fryer Recipe – Strawberry Turnovers
July 20, 2020 by
This EASY air fryer recipe for strawberry turnover treats is simple and quick to make! If you recently purchased an air fryer, this would be a great starter recipe to try. Perhaps the kids could help put these strawberry turnovers together to give to friends or neighbors? Only a few ingredients are needed, and you […]
Spider Legs and Eggs – Halloween Party Treat
October 7, 2019 by
Spider legs and eggs are quick to make for a Halloween party treat! They are sure to add a creepy yet silly vibe to any Halloween party. The best part is that these spider legs and eggs do not require any baking at all! You probably already have everything you need in your pantry. Below, […]
Candy Apple Bar – an easy DIY party treat
October 3, 2019 by
This DIY candy apple bar is so simple and quick to prepare! You probably already have everything you need in your pantry. You can easily whip up this candy apple bar in just a few minutes! It would be a great treat for a last-minute party. As an added bonus, no baking is required! To […]
Easy Halloween Treats Kids Can Make
October 1, 2019 by
Looking for super EASY Halloween treats kids can make? Here are three fun ideas that use items you probably already have in your pantry! These treats would be perfect to give to family or friends. They would make spooktacular Halloween party treats too! To make Snot on a Stick, you will need: pretzel rods green […]
Easy Dirt Cup Treats Kids Can Make
June 26, 2018 by
Here is an easy dirt cup treat kids can make with very little grown up help! Kids will love digging into these dirt cups made with chocolate pudding and cookie crumbs. For birthday parties, or other special occasions, the individual cups make serving simple and stress-free! No baking is required, so it is a great […]
Easy Valentine Treats Kids Can Make
January 17, 2018 by
Here are some easy Valentine treats kids can make to give to friends, neighbors, or family. We had so much fun making these delicious treats together! These would be great to take to a tea party or Valentine’s Day celebration. You can make an entire batch of these Valentine treats in just a few minutes! […]
Make Your Own Peppermint Ice Cream in a Bag
January 10, 2018 by
Here is an easy way to make your own peppermint ice cream in a bag! This is such a fun project to use up leftover candy canes. All you need is a few wholesome ingredients, and your homemade peppermint ice cream will be ready to enjoy! To make your own peppermint ice cream in a […]
Banana Chocolate Smoothie Pops
June 15, 2016 by
I’m sharing #purclean #TideThat as part of a Tide® sponsored series for Socialstars™. The Summer season means it is time for lots of homemade frozen treats to stay cool! These homemade banana chocolate smoothie pops are a family favorite. They are quick to make and they are delicious! If you have any leftovers after filling […]
Favorite Grilled Chicken Recipe
May 8, 2016 by
Summer will be here soon and that means it is time for grilling! This is one of our family’s new favorite grilled chicken recipes that is full of flavor and simple to prepare. This ranch grilled chicken with baby red potatoes would be perfect for Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, graduations, or your next Summer BBQ! Having […]
Weekend Breakfast Treat – Happy Face Pancakes!
March 29, 2016 by
This is a fun weekend breakfast treat the entire family will enjoy! With the weekday rush to get the kids ready for school, I am particularly thankful for Saturday and Sunday mornings that are more relaxed. I love that the kids can help make these happy face pancakes by measuring out ingredients, stirring the mix, and arranging […]
Rabbit Racer Treats
March 25, 2016 by
Disclosure: This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Rice Krispies®. As always, all opinions are my own. These rabbit racer treats are super fun to make! The best part is that no baking is involved! With just a few simple additions to standard Rice Krispies® treats, you can make these adorable rabbit racers. […]
Winter Treat – Snowman Snack Mix
January 3, 2016 by
This snowman snack mix is the perfect no-bake Winter treat that kids can make to give to friends or family! The best part is that it uses common ingredients that you may already have on-hand in your pantry. My kids enjoyed making several small bags of this snowman snack mix for simple handmade holiday gifts! You may […]
Favorite Summer Recipes – Honey Lime Chicken
August 4, 2015 by
This grilled honey lime chicken became one of our favorite Summer recipes in our household! I love that the kids helped to make up the marinade, and they picked fresh green beans from our garden to go along with it. I cooked up a side dish of jasmine rice, and it was all so delicious! Since the kids […]
Favorite Road Trip Snacks, Treats, and Tips
July 1, 2015 by
Summer time is time for road trips, right? And, whether they be long or short trips in the car, it’s always good to be prepared, because honestly no one likes to be in the car with a rumbly tummy… Everyone wants to get where you’re going as quickly as possible, right? Well, at least that’s […]
Tuna Salad Snack
June 10, 2015 by
These tuna salad sailboats are one of my kids favorite snacks to make and eat! They are simple to make and only require a few ingredients that you may already have on-hand in your pantry or refrigerator. Be sure to check out the video tutorial by my 11 year old as she explains how to […]
Rainy Day Snack Treat
April 29, 2015 by
Here’s a fun rainy day snack treat you can make for the kids! You know the old saying, “April showers bring May flowers…”? Well, we certainly have had plenty of April showers around here! April can often be a gloomy month, but the saying is true that all that rain brings lots and lots of […]
Favorite Spring Recipes
April 13, 2015 by
Our favorite Spring recipes are full of color, flavor, and freshness! You may want to pin or bookmark this handy collection for future reference. The best part is that the kids could play an active role in preparing many of these Spring recipes, since they are quick and easy to make! Here are some of […]
