So, as usual, it's my turn to bring the pumpkin pie to the Holiday dinner. But, I really don't want to make pumpkin pie. Thus, I began to search the internet for new and wonderful ideas on how to enjoy pumpkin for dessert. Then, I stumbled upon a pumpkin cheesecake recipe courtesy the Food Network Magazine. This recipe was trying to recreate a version made famous at The Cheesecake Factory and...
Desserts
Key Lime Icebox Cake
When it's hot outside, the last thing you want to do is turn on the oven. But, when you want cake, what should you do? I suggest, making an icebox cake. The oven stays off and the end result is a...
White Chocolate Chip Key Lime Island Cookie Recipe
I was inspired by the recipe on the back of the package of white chocolate chips to make this version. The original recipe, I thought, considered the Island to be Hawaii and I wanted my Island...
Fruit Salsa
Spring is here and Summer is just around the corner which means the stores are full of fresh fruit. Yay... fresh strawberries, raspberries, blueberries... well you get the idea. Here is a quick...
Key Lime Snowball Cookies
Have you ever bought a large bag of limes with the intentions of making something really great? I seem to do this a lot. After...
Key Lime Cake
Sometimes a cake is all you really want or crave. A soft moist cake full of flavor and topped with a really, really good...
Mini Frozen Key Lime Pies
I have a new love... mini desserts. You know single servings. You get your own pie, cake... they are so wonderful. This...
Homemade Magic Shell
I love ice cream... I love sundaes.... I love... well you get the point. When I found this recipe, I thought I definitely...
Chocolate Pecan Coconut Cookies
I love simple and easy recipes, but sometimes, they don't turn out the way you think they should. These cookies are case in...
Carrot Cake
This carrot cake has a very nice surprise. A cream cheese center. Can you say yum, yum? Step 1: In a mixer, beat the carrots,...
Berry Muffins
Yum, yum, yum.. is about all I can say about these. I use the frozen mixed berry mix and these muffins couldn't be any easier....
Easy Chocolate Cake
This is a quick and easy chocolate cake. It is moist enough that you do not need any frosting. Imagine this to be a cake like...
Banana Breakfast Bars
These bars are great for a breakfast on the go or an afternoon snack. Quick and easy to make too! Step 1: Preheat oven to 350...
Desserts
Carrot Cake
This carrot cake has a very nice surprise. A cream cheese center. Can you say yum, yum? Step 1: In a mixer, beat the carrots,...
Berry Muffins
Yum, yum, yum.. is about all I can say about these. I use the frozen mixed berry mix and these muffins couldn't be any easier....
Easy Chocolate Cake
This is a quick and easy chocolate cake. It is moist enough that you do not need any frosting. Imagine this to be a cake like...
Banana Breakfast Bars
These bars are great for a breakfast on the go or an afternoon snack. Quick and easy to make too! Step 1: Preheat oven to 350...
Apple Coffee Cake
I enjoy a warm piece of cake with my coffee. The apples and cinnamon of this cake make a very tasty treat for either breakfast...
Caramel Creme Brulee
I love Better than Sex in Key West. They have the best desserts ever! So, I have recreated my favorite; "Team Cream". It is a...
Caramel Chocolate Pecan Cookies
I love cake like cookies. There is a time an a place for thin crispy cookies as well as soft and chewy, but my go to cookie is...
Lemon Meringue Pie Meringues
Lemon pie ... yum, yum! But, not the best for the waistline. Here is a nice light cookie that has a light lemon taste and...
Cloud Cookies
My mom tasted these at a community party and fell in love with them. After hearing her rave about these, I made a batch, and...
Peanut Butter Blossoms
I crave these more times than I should admit .... but, when you crave peanut butter and chocolate, go ahead and give into it....
Gingersnap Cookies
I love gingersnap cookies. These take a little bit of prep time, but they are so easy and delicious!! Dunk these into a nice...
Mary Lou’s Peanut Butter Fudge
While wandering down Duval Street in Key West, you will stumble upon at least two different sweet shops. These shops have the...