Chocolate, pudding, and pie—the best of all possible worlds! Make the pie filling in the microwave and pour into a pre-baked crust. This make-ahead chocolate pie sets up in a few hours in the fridge, just in time for dessert. Continue reading “Easy Chocolate Cream Pie” »
Arroz con Leche is a classic dessert from Latin America. This recipe for arroz con leche muddy buddies takes those flavors and uses them for the most delicious recipe for entertaining. This post is sponsored by Chex Cereal. Thanks for supporting the sponsors that keep A Cozy Kitchen cozy! Arroz con Leche is one of my […]
It’s fall, which means everyone needs a fluffy, light pumpkin cake scented with all those wonderful warming spices like cinnamon, clove, ginger, and nutmeg. Finish it with an easy cream cheese frosting, and dessert is ready! Continue reading “Pumpkin Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting” »
Sit back and enjoy Thanksgiving Day by making all the sides you crave ahead of time or with the help of the slow cooker and Instant Pot. Everything from Sweet Potato Casserole with Marshmallows, Slow Cooker Mashed Potatoes, and Thanksgiving Stuffing with Sausage and Apples are easier using these time-saving recipes and techniques. Continue reading […]
This Butter Pecan Pie is gooey, delicious, salty and sweet and the perfect pie to make for Thanksgiving. Toasted pecans with vanilla and butter give this pie its signature flavor profile. Last year was the first year that I hosted a Thanksgiving in its entirety. Since I write this blog, I wasn’t stressed at […]
This Pumpkin Lasagna is a favorite for the holidays! Four tantalizing layers of fall flavors and textures that combine for an irresistibly delicious pumpkin dessert that can be made in advance! The perfect no bake dessert! Love pumpkin desserts? Pumpkin Brownies, Pumpkin Snickerdoodles, and Pumpkin Empanadas! Pumpkin Desserts Layers and layers of all your favorite fall flavorsView […]
Making your own cocktail bitters at home is easy and fun! These chocolate bitters are a great beginner recipe, and versatile enough to use in a variety of homemade cocktails. Homemade bitters make great gifts, too! Continue reading “Homemade Chocolate Bitters” »
I’m all about keeping my side dishes as easy as possible. I want my main dish to be the star of the show, and I don’t want to spend tons of time or energy on something that is just being served on the side, so roasted vegetables are almost always on the menu! They’re easy, […]
Chocolate Peanut Butter No Bake Cookies! Such a great after-school (or work!) snack. They’re made with cocoa powder, peanut butter, oats, sugar, butter, and milk. Drizzle with extra peanut butter to make these peanut butter no bake cookies extra special! Continue reading “No Bake Chocolate and Peanut Butter Cookies” »
Looking for a simple, rustic dessert just bursting with fall fruit flavor that doesn’t require rolling dough or fussing? This gorgeous crostata is poised and ready to be THE fall dessert of the season! Continue reading “Cranberry Apple Crostata” »
Homemade chicken pot pie is comfort food at its best. This easy-to-make version lets you prep the pie and make the gravy while the chicken roasts in the oven. Make it even easier on yourself by using frozen vegetables, rotisserie chicken, and store-bought puff pastry rather than pie dough. Continue reading “Easy Chicken Pot Pie” […]
It’s pumpkin spice season and that means Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls are on your weekend breakfast menu! In addition to being easy-to-make, fluffy, and delicious, these rolls use a whole can of pumpkin puree! It’s about time to make that kitchen smell like fall. Continue reading “Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls with Cream Cheese Frosting” »
These pumpkin chocolate chip cookies are soft, delicious and celebrate the perfect flavors of fall. Pumpkin puree is placed in these chocolate chip cookies in place of eggs. Pumpkin spice makes these an autumnal favorite! Phew! I love a seasonal rendition of a classic chocolate chip cookie. Lemme tell you, these are delicious. I’m really […]
These Loaded Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies have all of your favorite flavors in one amazing cookie! Fabulously easy to make with no chilling time, this chocolate chip cookie recipe is full of peanut butter, chocolate, and pretzels for an undeniably delicious treat. Love chocolate chip cookies? Make sure to try my Chewy Chocolate ChipView […]
These Loaded Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies have all of your favorite flavors in one amazing cookie! Fabulously easy to make with no chilling time, this chocolate chip cookie recipe is full of peanut butter, chocolate, and pretzels for an undeniably delicious treat. Love chocolate chip cookies? Make sure to try my Chewy Chocolate ChipView […]
THIS is the sheet pan meal to end all sheet pan meals! It’s similar to some I’ve made before, but it is by far the easiest one yet, and without sacrificing any flavor. This Sheet Pan Kielbasa, Potatoes, and Green Beans recipe is filling, tasty, and as easy as it gets, with only SIX simple ingredients, […]
Chocolate Peanut Butter No Bake Cookies! Such a great after-school (or work!) snack. They’re made with cocoa powder, peanut butter, oats, sugar, butter, and milk. Drizzle with extra peanut butter to make these peanut butter no bake cookies extra special! Continue reading “No Bake Chocolate and Peanut Butter Cookies” »
This fudge recipe is adapted from the original Kraft back-of-the-can recipe—but with extra chocolate. It’s easy to make with marshmallow fluff, chocolate, evaporated milk, and walnuts. It makes a huge batch so you can share with friends! Continue reading “Easy Fantasy Fudge” »
Meet your new go-to chocolate cupcake recipe. These cupcakes have it all — moist, rich cake, thick fudgy frosting, even sprinkles on top. They’re perfect for birthdays, baby showers, holiday gatherings, and everything in between. Continue reading “Double Chocolate Cupcakes” »
Don’t think breakfast for dinner means waffles every night. This weekly meal plan includes a sharable Smoked Salmon Dutch Baby Pancake, Spinach and Feta Wraps, Corned Beef Hash, Spicy Breakfast Tacos, and an egg bake. Breakfast makes dinnertime both easy and delicious. Continue reading “5 Breakfast for Dinner Recipes to Make Weeknight Meals Fun and […]
If you’re craving chocolate these drool-worthy decadent desserts are certain to satisfy. Get your forks ready for creamy, triple chocolate cheesecake, marshmallowy chocolate pavlova topped with berries and cream, or go bite-sized with truffles or chocolate covered pretzels. Continue reading “14 Desserts to Satisfy All of Your Chocolate Cravings” »
This easy Cherry Cheese Danish recipe is fancy enough for holidays and special occasions yet simple enough to make on a Tuesday morning. The cherries are literally the cherry on top of a perfect cheese danish! A tasty shortcut makes this a family favorite! More breakfast favorites: Breakfast Casserole, Homemade Biscuits, Buttermilk Pancakes, and our favorite –View […]
These Pumpkin Brownies are extra fudgy and rich, with a layer of pumpkin cheesecake for the ultimate fall dessert recipe! Perfect for Thanksgiving and Halloween too! These easy brownies are the perfect combination of two dessert favorites that your guests will find irresistible! Looking for more pumpkin dessert recipes? Try these Sweet Pumpkin Empanadas and PumpkinView […]
Love red velvet cake? Try Red Velvet Cupcakes! Top these classic red velvet cupcakes with a tangy cream cheese frosting and serve them at your next birthday party or backyard potluck. Continue reading “Red Velvet Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting” »
Cream cheese frosting is so easy to make! This is a classic cream cheese frosting with cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla. It’s perfect for icing carrot cake, cupcakes, and cookies. Nothing beats homemade frosting. Continue reading “Cream Cheese Frosting” »