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Easy Easter Chocolate Bark with Jelly Beans & Marshmallows (No-Bake Treat)

Melissa Rifkin — Tue, 07 Apr 2026 14:25:43 +0000

Easy no-bake Easter chocolate bark with jelly beans and marshmallows. A festive, kid-friendly dessert ready in under an hour! There’s something about Easter treats that just feels extra fun—bright colors, nostalgic candies, and simple recipes you can throw together without turning on the oven. This Easter Chocolate Bark is exactly that kind of recipe. It’s...

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Healthy Carrot Cake Bars (Flourless, Naturally Sweetened)

Melissa Rifkin — Fri, 13 Mar 2026 14:21:35 +0000

Moist healthy carrot cake bars made with almond flour, oat flour, maple syrup, and carrots. A simple gluten-free snack or breakfast treat. Carrot cake has always had a way of making dessert feel a little more wholesome. Maybe it’s the vegetables, maybe it’s the warm spices, or maybe it’s just the cozy comfort that comes...

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Flourless Chocolate Cake (Rich, Fudgy & Naturally Gluten-Free)

Melissa Rifkin — Tue, 03 Mar 2026 16:03:06 +0000

Rich, fudgy flourless chocolate cake made with simple ingredients. Naturally gluten-free, easy to make, and perfect for any chocolate lover. There’s something magical about a dessert that feels elegant enough for a dinner party yet simple enough for a weeknight craving. This flourless chocolate cake delivers exactly that. With a dense, fudgy center and a...

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Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Cups with Maple & Sea Salt

Melissa Rifkin — Thu, 19 Feb 2026 15:19:00 +0000

These dark chocolate peanut butter cups with maple and sea salt are an easy no-bake treat made with simple ingredients and irresistible flavor. There’s something timeless about the combination of chocolate and peanut butter. It hits every note: rich, creamy, sweet, and just a little salty. These Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Cups take that classic...

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Chocolate Maple Ice Cream (Ninja Creami)

Melissa Rifkin — Tue, 06 Jan 2026 15:09:35 +0000

Creamy chocolate maple ice cream made in the Ninja Creami with real cocoa, maple syrup, and no refined sugar. Easy, rich, and smooth. There’s something especially satisfying about making ice cream at home—especially when it turns out just as creamy and indulgent as anything from the store. This Chocolate Maple Ice Cream is rich, smooth,...

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Hot Chocolate Cookies (made with cocoa mix)

Melissa Rifkin — Wed, 10 Dec 2025 16:03:01 +0000

Cozy Hot Chocolate Cookies made with cocoa mix, marshmallow bits, and melty chocolate chips. Soft, chewy, and perfect for winter baking. When the weather turns chilly and you’re craving something warm, nostalgic, and deeply comforting, these Hot Chocolate Cookies are the perfect treat. They’re soft, chewy, and filled with the familiar flavors of hot cocoa—complete...

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Leftover Halloween Candy Cookies- Fun Recipe for Kids

Melissa Rifkin — Mon, 03 Nov 2025 15:42:45 +0000

Turn leftover Halloween candy into soft, chewy cookies! Fun for kids, easy to make, and the perfect way to use favorite candy bars after Halloween. Halloween season always brings a ton of candy, and once the costumes are put away and the decorations come down, you’re usually left wondering what to do with all that extra...

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One-Bowl Soft Applesauce Oatmeal Raisin Cookies

Melissa Rifkin — Mon, 13 Oct 2025 14:27:29 +0000

Soft, chewy oatmeal raisin cookies made in one bowl with applesauce and oats. Easy, cozy recipe for the best homemade oatmeal cookies ever! If you’re looking for a cozy, comforting treat that’s simple to make and full of wholesome flavor, these One-Bowl Soft Applesauce Oatmeal Raisin Cookies are the answer. With chewy oats, juicy raisins, and the...

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Fudgy Banana Applesauce Brownies (no refined sugar)

Melissa Rifkin — Thu, 09 Oct 2025 14:52:42 +0000

Fudgy banana applesauce brownies made with wholesome ingredients and no refined sugar. A rich, healthy brownie perfect for any sweet tooth! If you’ve ever craved the best brownies but wanted a healthier twist, these Fudgy Banana Applesauce Brownies are the answer. Made with wholesome ingredients like ripe bananas, unsweetened cocoa powder, and applesauce, they deliver all the rich chocolate flavor you love—without the refined sugar....

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Tori Avey’s Apple Honey Cake Recipe with Maple Syrup

Melissa Rifkin — Mon, 29 Sep 2025 15:38:00 +0000

Inspired by Tori Avey, this moist apple honey cake with maple is perfect for Rosh Hashanah or anytime you crave a sweet, spiced dessert. When it comes to celebrating Rosh Hashanah, one of the most beloved food traditions is baking with apples and honey. These symbolic ingredients represent wishes for sweetness and prosperity in the new...

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