These simple No Bake Peanut Butter Chocolate Oatmeal Bars are rich and chewy, made with hearty rolled oats, creamy peanut butter, dark chocolate chips, and a touch of maple syrup (optional). They’re an easy, satisfying snack for afternoons, lunchboxes, or a sweet treat any time. This recipe was originally published February 2019 and updated July … Read more

Rich, creamy and ready in under 10 minutes, this Brownie Batter Hummus is a decadent chocolate treat made with chickpeas for added protein. Serve it with berries, marshmallows, pretzels, graham crackers or simply enjoy it by the spoonful. This sweet chocolate hummus delivers the flavor of brownie batter in a healthier, egg- and flour-free format. … Read more

These White Chocolate Raspberry Muffins are simple, sweet, and fluffy treats you can mix up in under ten minutes. They burst with juicy raspberries and pockets of melting white chocolate—perfect for when you want something a little special. Muffins are one of the easiest bakes: stir, scoop, and bake. They come out quickly and are … Read more

We love using rotisserie chicken to create quick, flavorful meals for dinner, lunch, and gathering leftovers. Below are our favorite easy recipes that use rotisserie chicken—versatile dishes the whole family will enjoy. Try them topped with chips, served over rice, in salads, casseroles, or pasta—so many simple ways to turn cooked chicken into a delicious … Read more

Simple and delicious, this Ramen Cabbage Salad delivers irresistible crunch. Finely chopped cabbage, crunchy ramen noodles, sliced almonds and fresh herbs combine with a smooth peanut dressing for a crisp, flavorful salad everyone will enjoy. This recipe was originally published in October 2019 and updated March 2023. This Ramen Cabbage Salad is made for anyone … Read more

Not sure what to do with that can of chickpeas in the pantry? Try these simple, protein-packed Peanut Butter Chickpea Blondies. They’re flourless, loaded with chocolate chips and coconut, and surprisingly delicious—don’t knock them until you try them! This recipe was originally published February 2017 and updated December 2020. In February 2017 we began our … Read more

This cozy and comforting cornbread and Ground Beef Stuffing combines fresh herbs, crisp vegetables, juicy beef, and golden cornbread for a simple, delicious side that shines on Thanksgiving or any family dinner. This post is sponsored by the Ohio Beef Council; opinions are my own. Thanks for supporting beef farmers! Stuffing is one of my … Read more

If you love Bark Thins, you’ll adore this homemade version: dark chocolate almond with sea salt. It’s simple, quick, and yields about three times the amount of the store-bought bag for a fraction of the price. I’m a sucker for sweet-and-salty combinations. Chocolate with nuts, pretzels, or crunchy salt is my go-to snack. If you … Read more

A simple sweet snack, these easy maple candied pecans made on the stovetop are ready in minutes. Use all pecans or a mix of pecans, cashews and almonds. A touch of cinnamon with rich maple syrup creates crunchy, sweet-and-salty nuts that are perfect for snacking, topping ice cream, sprinkling on salads, or adding to yogurt … Read more

Your favorite part of the cereal—the marshmallows—are tucked into these delightful cookies for a burst of rainbow fun. These Lucky Charm Cookies are easy to make and loaded with colorful marshmallows and white chocolate chips. They’re truly “magically delicious.” At our house, our toddler refuses traditional chocolate chip cookies—dark and milk chocolate are off the … Read more