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Vampire Bat Sugar Cookies

It's easy to go to the store and pick up pre-made cookies. I know, we've all been there. You're tired, stressed, the kids are driving you bonkers, and the idea of actually making anything more than your own bed (and even that, sometimes) seems completely masochistic and insane. But wait - don't give in to that kind of thinking. These Vampire Bat Sugar Cookies are made completely from scratch and so worth the effort. Think about it...you're already stressed, exhausted, you've had a glob of pudding in your hair for two days now...wouldn't it be nice to make something that turns out amazing? Keep Reading >>>

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Screamin’ Mummy Pretzels

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What did little King Tut say to his babysitter? I WANT MY MUMMY! These Screamin' Mummy Pretzels so fun to make, and your kids are going to roar with delight watching them come to life. These are perfect for that Halloween party you've been planning, or as snacks for your Trunk or Treat event. No matter how you serve them, people are going to scream with delight when they see (and taste) them! Enjoy! What You Need To Make Screamin' Mummy Pretzels: White Candy Melts White Chocolate Pretzels White Icing with a drawing tip Writing Icing Black Decorating Gel Parchment Keep Reading >>>

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Frankenstein Nutter Butter Cookies

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Some of my favorite Halloween memories from growing up were hanging out with the family watching monster movies. My favorite, by and far, was Young Frankenstein. Okay, so maybe not 'exactly' a monster movie, but I was young and didn't understand everything that was going on in that one... Now some of my favorite memories are sharing monster movies with the youngsters in my life. This year, before we plug in Hotel Transylvania or Frankenweenie, we'll be making these Frankenstein Nutter Butter Cookies. By and far these are the cutest Frankstein's monsters you'll ever see, and you and the kids Keep Reading >>>

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Ghost Nutter Butters

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Making Halloween cookies with kids is hauntingly fun. And these Ghost Nutter Butters are no exception. Super easy to make, cute as can be, and the perfect treat for after school or for a party with kids. Want more Halloween cookie fun? Check out our Bat Nutter Butters! What You Need To Make Ghost Nutter Butters: White Candy Melts Nutter Butter Cookies Candy Eyes Black Pearl Candies Parchment Paper How To Make Ghost Nutter Butters: Get your counter top ready. Place a sheet of parchment paper on your counter. Parchment paper is really important because it will keep your Keep Reading >>>

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Bat Nutter Butters

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Decorating cookies for Halloween is a rite of passage at my house. Heck, anything kitchen related is a rite of passage. That means, any time I can let the littles start earning their 'stripes' early, I'm all for it. And these Bat Nutter Butters are a perfect opportunity for just that. It lets them play around in the kitchen, decorate awesome snacks (usually for themselves and their friends), and it lets us build memories together that will last a lifetime. Or, at least memories I'll always cherish. Have fun! What You Need To Make Bat Nutter Butters: Dark brown candy melts Nutter Keep Reading >>>

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25 Ramen Recipes for the Bold {but cheap}

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I'm so flip-floppily frugal sometimes, it's ridiculous. I'll spend $20 on an outfit for my daughter, but then refuse to buy a shirt for myself for $5. Dinner is the same thing--I'll go out and eat a $50 meal with the family, but if I'm cooking at home, I have this strange obsession with cooking as insanely-cheap as possible. When I'm feeling particularly ridiculously frugal, I break out one of these 25 Ramen Recipes, full of flavor, but so cost effective, my cheap-elf inside claps with glee! Heh. 25 Ramen Recipes for the Bold {but cheap} Crazy ramen-ey twist on a slaw. Mmmm...Asian Keep Reading >>>

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Star Wars Ewok Granola Bars

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Star Wars is coming! And in celebration of what we're lovingly calling 'Nerd Christmas' in my house, I've made these Star Wars Ewok Granola Bars for all of you. Ewoks are the coolest, am I right? An these bars are just as cool as you can get. For any fun loving Star Wars fan, they're going to love these. And you'll love how super easy they are to make. Enjoy! What You Need To Make Star Wars Ewok Granola Bars: (per Ewok) Quaker Chewy Dips granola bar Toothpick Tweezers Tootsie Rolls candy Baker's white chocolate Hershey's Dark Chocolate Kisses How To Make Star Wars Ewok Keep Reading >>>

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Jack Skellington Cookies

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Anyone worth their Halloween salt is a fan of Nightmare Before Christmas. No, no, it's true. And if it isn't, I don't want to know. I'm such a HUGE Nightmare Before Christmas fan that basically if it involves Jack or Sally, I want it. I Neeeeeed it. These Jack Skellington Cookies are amazingly Nightmarish and will be the perfect treats for your family, friends, mail carrier, and strangers on the street this Halloween. Have fun! What You Need To Make Jack Skellington Cookies: For Cookies: 5 C flour 2 tsp baking powder 1 tsp salt 1 1/2 C soft unsalted butter 2 C granulated Keep Reading >>>

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Neapolitan Rice Krispie Treats

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There is something magical about neapolitan ice cream. Something about those layers of chocolate, strawberry, and vanilla together that make it so much more than mere ice cream. It's like by themselves they're a little boring, but as soon as they're in the same bowl, the clouds open up, rainbows cover the earth, and unicorns walk among us. These Neapolitan Rice Krispie Treats are the same. Yes, you can make plain treats and they'll be great...but there is something magical about these three flavors together. Just ask the unicorns... What You Need To Make Neapolitan Rice Krispie Keep Reading >>>

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Dairy-Free Spinach Dip

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Football season is upon us and that means we need quick, easy, and inexpensive appetizers to serve up to our hungry guests. What you may not think about is the fact that many people have allergies and while we can't keep all of them away, (that would basically mean serving water and salad) we can certain hit some of the most common ones like peanuts and dairy. So today I partnered with Silk to take the #MeatlessMonday challenge and bring you this Dairy-Free Spinach Dip. Yep, it's meat free too! With traditional recipes for Spinach dip they normally call for cream cheese or sour cream Keep Reading >>>

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35 Epic Halloween Candied Apple Recipes

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This Halloween, dress up as Martha Stewart and whip out these 35 Epic Halloween Candied Apple Recipes. These are the best of the best and every single one is totally doable with easy ingredients you probably already have at home. The best part? We've got recipes for pretty much every occasion! Booger apples for kids, Spiderman, bleeding apples for those slightly more macabre friends, and the most gorgeous chocolate covered sunflower seed apple you've ever seen. Make this year epic with these truly craveworthy treats! Enjoy! 35 Epic Halloween Candied Apple Recipes These chocolate and Keep Reading >>>

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Star Wars Wookiee Granola Bars

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May The Snack Force Be With You...and with these Star Wars Wookiee Granola Bars we can promise you exactly that. Now, if your family is like my family (and why wouldn't they be - we're amazing), you'll be watching ALL of the previous Star Wars movies before Star Wars: The Force Awakens hits the big screen on December 18th (I CAN'T EVEN - I might have hyperventilated just typing that). Now, as you know, with great movies come great snacking responsibilities. These chocolaty 'Chewy' granola bars are really the only snack you need for your movie watching marathon. Sure, sure, feel free to make Keep Reading >>>

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Marshmallow Cream Booger Apples

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Halloween is coming, and so are all the monsters, ghouls, ghosts, and gross slimy things you can imagine. True confession: We here at Totally The Bomb love gross and slimy. But since you're here, we suspect you do, too. That's why you're going to love these ghoulishly delightful Marshmallow Cream Booger Apples so much. They're the kind of thing that'll make your kids say, "Eww", quickly followed by, "Mmmm." And, after all, isn't that what Halloween is all about? Enjoy! What You Need To Make Marshmallow Cream Booger Apples: 2 Jonagold Apples (or whatever kind you prefer) 1 Jar of Keep Reading >>>

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Nutella Candied Apples

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If anyone were to ask me, "What is the one thing you'd want to eat if you could eat nothing else for the rest of your life," I wouldn't hesitate. Nutella. "But what about," they might say, and I'd interrupt, "No, Nutella." I'm not sure if one day the gods got bored and decided to bestow one of their treats from Mount Olympus onto us simple folk below or what, but the advent of Nutella has changed my life. This Nutella Candied Apple is my gift, so to speak, to all of you. It's the incredible creamy, chocolate-hazelnut goodness of Nutella, mixed with that sweet, crisp bite of apple. Throw in Keep Reading >>>

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Rice Krispie Caramel Apples

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Bring the delicious snap, crackle, and pop of Rice Krispie cereal to your candied apples with this delicious (and oh so cute) Rice Krispie Caramel Apples recipe! Remember when you were a kid and on Saturday mornings you'd sit down with a bowl of this cereal and watch your favorite cartoons? Now you can relive those times and share them with your own kids with this apple that looks just like milk spilling all over your Rice Krispie cereal. Enjoy! What You Need To Make Rice Krispie Caramel Apples: 2 Jonagold Apples (or whatever kind you prefer) 2 Bags of Caramel Squares 1 Bag of Keep Reading >>>

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Peanut Butter and Jelly Bite Size Kabobs

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When the school year starts, so does...Slumber Party Season! At my house that means a half dozen little girls running around, wearing mud masks, and raiding the refrigerator for snacks. Don't worry girls, I've got you covered. These Peanut Butter and Jelly Bite Size Kabobs are not only super duper cute they're also practically made for slumber parties! Or weekends. Or any time the kiddo's look at me and say, "Mom! I want a snack!" Let's face it...the school year means everyone's a little hungrier and everyone is on the go, and these kabobs are a super cute way for me to let them know I love Keep Reading >>>

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Deconstructed Cheddar and Salted Caramel Apples

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Every year in the high end grocery stores around here, I can find caramel apple pies that have cheddar baked into and onto the crust. If you've never tried it, lemme tell you...it's amazing. Salty, sweet, gooey caramel mixed with apple amazingness...definitely a favorite pie for me. Today I wanted to bring you a taste of that, but with a caramel apple twist: these Deconstructed Cheddar and Salted Caramel Apples will give you a tiny glimpse into the amazing pie that comes out each fall, and give you a gorgeous hor d'oeuvres for when your friends come to visit. Enjoy! What You Need To Make Keep Reading >>>

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Make S’mores In A Bowl

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I love s'mores. I have made them about a billion different ways, but I think my favorite way of all to make them is in a bowl with Rice Krispies® ! The thing about S'mores in a bowl is that not only does it make a great snack, it makes a great breakfast as well. you can't beat THAT! It's pretty much the best way to have breakfast ever. EVER. Here's the thing, pretty much as soon as school starts, I run out of super fun ways to make breakfast quick-- so this is one of my favorite "special day" breakfasts that doesn't take a whole lot of time to make! Plus, it's so easy your kids can Keep Reading >>>

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Make Your Own Monster Fruit Cups

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I love Halloween. So much in fact that if my husband would allow me to decorate for Halloween all year long, I would! So you probably get why I am starting to post about Halloween. So today I have partnered with Del Monte Fruit & Veggie Fusions to share with you How to Make Your Own Monster Fruit Cups to get your little ones excited for this spooky holiday and more importantly, get them excited to eat their fruits and vegetables! It's no secret that kids don't always enjoy their fruits and vegetables. Being a mom has taught me that fruits are definitely more favored and that kids Keep Reading >>>

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Chocolate and Popcorn Candy Apples

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There are people in your life right now who are going to tell you that you can't have everything. You need to get rid of those people, because either they've never tried these Chocolate and Popcorn Candy Apples, or they don't believe something as epic as this can exist. Let me repeat...chocolate...and popcorn...coating a caramel apple. People who believe you can't have everything don't deserve this amount of deliciousness. But you do. You totally do. Enjoy! What You Need To Make Chocolate and Popcorn Candy Apples: 2 Jonagold Apples (or whatever kind you prefer) 2 Bags of Caramel Keep Reading >>>

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Chocolate Covered Sunflower Seeds Caramel Apples

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You work hard, and you deserve a little something pretty in your life. These Chocolate Covered Sunflower Seeds Caramel Apples are as pretty as they come. Between the bright colors and the sweet, delicious taste, this is probably the best treat you're going to try all autumn. So unless you're against pretty, these apples are for you. Also, if you're against pretty...what's wrong with you? Just kidding...we still think you'll like the taste. Even if you're a little off...Enjoy! What You Need To Make Chocolate Covered Sunflower Seeds Caramel Apples: 2 Jonagold Apples (or whatever variety Keep Reading >>>

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White Chocolate Covered Apples with Sprinkles

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Remember when childhood was all about Mother Frosted Cookies and staying up later than bedtime? Man, those were the days. Today kids lives are so much more complicated, but that doesn't mean we can't give them a taste of what we once had. These White Chocolate Covered Apples with Sprinkles are anything but complicated. They're sweet, crunchy, juicy, and like nostalgia on a stick. Trust me when I tell you your kids are going to love these. And if they ask to stay up late...maybe let'em do it...just this once. Enjoy! What You Need To Make White Chocolate Covered Apples with Sprinkles: 2 Keep Reading >>>

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Peanut Butter and Jelly Linzer Sandwiches

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When I was in school - you know, back when dinosaurs walked the earth - lunch was easy. A sandwich, apple or carrot slices, and milk from the lunch line. Boom. Done. Now, though, it's like going to school with a plain ol' sandwich is almost a mark of death. It's not that my kiddo is spoiled (mostly), but since she's not eating at home I still want her to know that I put a little extra into her lunch. These Peanut Butter and Jelly Linzer Sandwiches are perfect for that. They're just enough cute for her to show off to her friends, and healthy enough that I know she'll be full until she gets Keep Reading >>>

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Old Fashioned Kraft Caramel Apples

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When I was a little kid, fall meant a few things I could be sure of: school was starting, it would get cold, pumpkin seeds are best when roasted, and Old Fashioned Kraft Caramel Apples taste better than every other caramel apple out there. Maybe it was sitting there unwrapping the cellophane from the little candies with my mom, or maybe waiting in anticipation as the caramel set, but these apples were part of what made my childhood so magical and memorable. And now you can give the same magic to your children. Enjoy! What You Need To Make Old Fashioned Kraft Caramel Apples: (1) 11 oz. Keep Reading >>>

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Pumpkin Spice Mini Cake Donuts

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The truth is a lot of us worked really hard to get into our bikini bodies. Months of diet, exercise, and staring longingly at cakes through windows gave us the confidence to step into the sun and sand with confidence. Now, with fall coming, we know those bodies are slowly going to slip back into their winter weight. But not yet! These Pumpkin Spice Mini Cake Donuts have all the looks of something that should be forbidden by our dietician friends, but they're baked. Let me repeat...BAKED. A'yup! So enjoy these guilt-free my beach body babes. We've got you covered (or uncovered, so to speak). Keep Reading >>>

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White Chocolate Cotton Candy Apples

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Candy apples are probably my favorite part of the changing seasons. Apples are already so delicious in the fall, but once you start adding candy, chocolate, nuts, caramel, and more to them - it's all I can do to finish my dinner first. Truly! Want to try a fun twist on a traditional favorite? Check out this White Chocolate Cotton Candy Apples. It's everything I love about candied apples, and super colorful to boot. This one is a favorite at my house, and I'm sure it will be at your house, too! Enjoy! What You Need To Make White Chocolate Cotton Candy Apples: 6 Jonagold Apples (or Keep Reading >>>

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Chocolate Covered Bacon Potato Chip Treats

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If you haven't latched onto the chocolate covered chips craze yet, you haven't lived. Really. There's just something amazing about that salty/sweet/creamy taste that makes being human worth the effort. But I'm here to tell you - even if you've tried that, you haven't lived yet. Not really. Check out this recipe for Chocolate Covered Bacon Potato Chip Treats. Not. Even. Kidding. Let's see...we've got chocolate, bacon, chips, butter, and marshmallows all in the same recipe. I'm telling you - if ever my end is coming this HAS to be part of my last meal. Enjoy this, folks, I know I sure Keep Reading >>>

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Mason Jar Pineapple Upside Down Cake

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I think every family has birthday traditions, and mine is no different. The birthday person always picks their favorite dinner - lasagna for me - and their favorite cake (chocolate on chocolate anything is mine). It's so predictable in my family that I could actually list off exactly which cake each person would pick, without batting an eyelash. For my dad (whose birthday is coming up fast), it's pineapple upside down cake. Since my dad is trying to get healthier (we all are, who isn't?) I decided this year for his birthday I'd try to make a more 'single serving' birthday cake: enter the Mason Keep Reading >>>

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Make Your Own Granola Candy Apple

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Summer is almost over which means we need to start thinking of Fall. I fall in love with Fall every year. Fall crafts, Fall Recipes, and of course Fall weather (did I just say "fall" that many times?). So naturally, I wanted to make a sweet fall treat and let me tell you, this Granola Candy Apple certainly hit my Fall spot! So what are you waiting for? Make this recipe and enjoy a little slice of Fall before it arrives! Supplies Needed to Make a Granola Candy Apple: 4 Apples 4 Bags of Craft Caramels 1 Cup Milk 1-2 Cups Granola Wax Paper Cookie Sheet Wood Popsicle Keep Reading >>>

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Minion Muddy Buddies

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With all the Minion commercials, toys, and the new movie out, chances are your kids have learned Minionese. Bello! If you understood that then my point is valid! So while your kids are off learning fun and crazy ways to talk like Minions, you can be here reading this about the fantastic Minion Muddy Buddies you can make them! Want more amazing muddy buddies? Check out our Lime Muddy Buddies and our Bubble Gum Muddy Buddies. You're gonna love them all! Ingredients Needed to Make Minion Muddy Buddies: 9 cups Chex Cereal 2 Cups Blue Chocolate Candy Melts 1 1/2 cups Powdered Keep Reading >>>

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Vegetable Hummus Bites

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Eating healthy food isn't always fun or easy. I mean, who wants vegetables when you can have a juicy burger right? Well, as our kids head back to school we need to be a good example for them and that is why I am sharing these Vegetable Hummus Bites with you. First off, they are vegetables BUT with the hummus they are delicious. Plus they are totally NUT FREE so no worries for those with allergies. These are actually the perfect mid-afternoon snack or even a great addition to your child's school lunch. I am sure you or child won't know the difference between these and some delicious Keep Reading >>>

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Snacktastic Yellow Chocolate Minions Cups

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My nephew loves yellow. LOVES it. It's his favorite color, his favorite socks, he even wants a yellow room at some point (but he shares with his brother, so let's face it - probably not going to happen). So is it any wonder he's gone completely mad for the Minions in all their bright yellow glory? They're silly, crazy, and love to act up, plus, you know, they're yellow. The kid is going bananas (which, also, are yellow). These Snacktastic Yellow Chocolate Minions Cups are for him and for any kids you know who are going just as crazy for these little creatures who have filled our lives with so Keep Reading >>>

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