Gearing up for Valentine’s Day (so glad, I was starting to get post-holiday depression), and there’s no better excuse to try a new red velvet recipe. These brownies weren’t super sweet, so they weren’t my favorite, but both my husband and 9-year-old said these were the best treat I’ve made in a long while. Just like red velvet cake, the chocolate flavor is a bit milder, but the consistency is fudgy and moist, which I love. Also, in my experience these are much better the next day, which requires patience I simply don’t have. If you’re a fan of cheesecake brownies, and you don’t like sickly sweet desserts, you’ll absolutely love these! And they’re quite pretty, if I do say so myself.
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samoa blondies
Published March 22, 2011 bars , blondies , chocolate , coconut , desserts , treats 12 CommentsTags: blondies, brown butter, coconut
Holy freakin yum! I have made these multiple times over the last year in hopes of getting a good picture, and every single time they are gone before I can get the camera out. Actually, the batter is so, so delicious, that it’s hard enough just to get them in the oven, let alone allow them to cool, cut them into presentable squares, and then wait to partake while I arrange and shoot. Forget about it. They really are reminiscent of the girl scout samoa cookie (my absolute fav), but I can honestly say these are better. And these are SO EASY! Seriously one bowl, they’re mixed and in the oven in less than 15 minutes.
sugar cookie bars
Published March 16, 2011 bars , cookies , desserts , treats 4 CommentsTags: bars, cookies, sugar cookies
Top ‘o the morning to ya! I’ve wanted to make these sugar cookie bars for soooo long and I found St. Patrick’s Day to be the perfect opportunity. You know, ’cause they’re green. We shared this batch with Andrew’s English class at church and I’ve plenty leftover to share with some family friends coming tomorrow night. Seriously, this recipe made a whole bunch. And dang they were easy! Tasty too. A touch on the dry side, but I did overcook them by a couple minutes, so that can be easily remedied. Overall, great flavor and simple to prepare. Highly recommend.
fudgy peanut butter chocolate chip blondies
Published January 28, 2011 bars , blondies , brownies , chocolate , desserts , peanut butter , treats 7 Comments
Wow, it’s been such a long time! We took a family vacation to the Southern Hemisphere (Australia and New Zealand to be exact) for some sun this winter. Oh how I love hotels! No dishes, no vacuuming, not even bed making if you don’t feel like it. But, on the other hand, no kitchen aids or butter and brown sugar. They did have some amazing bakeries down under, and we managed to get along just fine on lambingtons and lots of Cadbury chocolate. But once we returned I went straight for this peanut butter and chocolate recipe. What a great way to make a comeback!! Rich, gooey, and delicious…pure baking decadence in every way. In my opinion they’re the perfect marriage of brownie and cookie. So completely satisfying. (Oh, did I mention that they’re easy too?) Continue reading ‘fudgy peanut butter chocolate chip blondies’
chocolate mint brownies
Published September 13, 2010 bars , brownies , desserts , treats 20 CommentsTags: brownies, chocolate, mint
Smooth. If I had one word to describe these brownies that’s what it would be. Followed closely by best, as in BEST BROWNIES EVER!! Some of us (who shall remain nameless) are not even brownie fans, but these are the absolute exception. Continue reading ‘chocolate mint brownies’
s’mores cookie bars
Published August 3, 2010 bars , cookies , desserts , treats 6 CommentsTags: bars, chocolate, cookie, marshmallow, s'mores
I hate the words, “cool completely before cutting.” I’m sure most people have the necessary restraint, but I invariably cut (and eat) far before my desserts have cooled. The result? Slightly burned mouth and not so pretty presentation. But I never learn my lesson, nope, doesn’t stop me from doing it again the next time.
I’ve wanted to make these bars since I saw them over at Lovin’ From the Oven around Christmas time. It took me seven months to assemble all the ingredients here in Japan. Continue reading ‘s’mores cookie bars’
strawberry swirl cheesecake bars
Published July 25, 2010 bars , cheesecake , desserts , strawberry , treats 4 CommentsTags: bars, cheesecake, graham, strawberry
You know, I like cheesecake, I really do. I just never realize how much I like it until I’m eating it. Therefore I never, ever make it. Just doesn’t seem worth the effort (or the fat, to be blunt). But these cheesecake bars looked too easy to pass up. I felt they included all the good things a traditional cheesecake has to offer, rich and creamy with a buttery graham crust, but none of the hassle or intimidation. Continue reading ‘strawberry swirl cheesecake bars’
gooey butter toffee cake
Published July 22, 2010 bars , cakes , desserts , treats 3 CommentsTags: bars, cake, cream cheese, toffee
They say a picture is worth a thousand words. Not in this case. Just couldn’t capture the allure of these bars with a photo. The name gives you a better idea of their decadence, but to truly understand these must be eaten. Probably the most addictive things I’ve posted so far, and that’s saying a whole lot. I made them on a Tuesday afternoon to share with friends the next day. Continue reading ‘gooey butter toffee cake’
rocky ledge bars
Published June 17, 2010 bars , blondies , cookies , desserts , nuts , treats 3 CommentsTags: butterscotch, caramel, cars, chocolate, cookies, marshmallows, nuts, pecans, white chocolate
WOW! How about “everything but the kitchen sink” bars!? These were loaded with all the good things life has to offer; chocolate, butterscotch, marshmallows, white chocolate, caramel, and pecans (well, those were my unique addition). Not to mention the butter and brown sugar foundation. So, the age old question, can you have too much of a good thing? Continue reading ‘rocky ledge bars’
blueberry pie bars with lemon sugar
Published May 29, 2010 bars , cobbler and pie , desserts , treats 2 CommentsTags: bars, blackberries, blueberries, cobbler, pie
I’d describe these as a very rich, very decadent, yet very portable cobbler. Not so much a pie bar. But delish. Next time I’m going to try 3/4 recipe in the same size pan, I think they’ll be a little more manageable that way. (I’m getting pretty good with those fractions on the fly!) Continue reading ‘blueberry pie bars with lemon sugar’
