Crayons & Cravings

Chocolate Pudding Cake

Jaclyn Shimmel — Mon, 06 Apr 2026 13:28:13 +0000

This easy chocolate pudding cake bakes into two incredible layers: a chocolate cake with a rich fudgy pudding layer underneath. It’s made from scratch in one pan and is perfect served warm with ice cream, making it the perfect dessert for chocolate lovers. Sometimes called hot fudge pudding cake, it’s pretty magical how it creates...

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Lemon Dessert Recipes

Jaclyn Shimmel — Thu, 02 Apr 2026 23:26:58 +0000

This collection of lemon dessert recipes features a mix of simple classics and modern twists, all packed with bold citrus flavor to help you find your next favorite treat for entertaining or satisfying your sweet cravings. The best lemon desserts strike the perfect balance of sweet and tart, and if you love that bright, zesty...

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Overnight Sausage Breakfast Casserole

Jaclyn Shimmel — Mon, 30 Mar 2026 17:09:51 +0000

This sausage breakfast casserole is one of those recipes that makes mornings feel a whole lot easier. Everything gets prepped the night before, so all that’s left to do is bake it in the morning and enjoy. It’s hearty, simple, and made with ingredients people actually get excited about: savory sausage, fluffy eggs, melty cheese,...

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Pineapple Lemonade Punch

Jaclyn Shimmel — Tue, 24 Mar 2026 16:42:27 +0000

Pineapple lemonade punch is a sweet and tangy drink made with just 3 ingredients that can be whipped up in minutes and is ideal for all your summer barbecues, birthday parties, and year-round holiday gatherings. And because there’s no fancy equipment required, there’s very little cleanup! This year, I’m adding this fizzy and refreshing pineapple...

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Crockpot Sausage and Peppers

Jaclyn Shimmel — Mon, 16 Mar 2026 16:27:51 +0000

Crockpot sausage and peppers is a classic comfort food made easy in the slow cooker. It’s loaded with juicy Italian sausage, sweet bell peppers, and onions all simmered in a rich marinara sauce until tender and flavorful. This is the kind of meal that makes your house smell amazing and fills everyone up. We love...

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Dump and Go Slow Cooker Recipes

Audrey Ashman — Mon, 09 Mar 2026 15:51:10 +0000

Not sure what to make for dinner tonight? These dump-and-go slow cooker recipes make it easy to get a comforting homemade meal on the table with almost no prep. These easy dump and go crockpot meals and slow cooker dump meals require minimal effort. Just add the ingredients to the slow cooker, set the timer,...

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Slow Cooker Chicken Spaghetti

Jaclyn Shimmel — Mon, 02 Mar 2026 14:29:20 +0000

Slow cooker chicken spaghetti is the kind of creamy, cheesy dinner that makes weeknights so much easier. This cozy crockpot chicken spaghetti recipe is packed with tender chicken, Rotel, and a rich, flavorful sauce the whole family will love. The combination of cream cheese and Colby Jack creates a smooth, comforting sauce that coats every...

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Easter Bunny Cake

Jaclyn Shimmel — Mon, 23 Feb 2026 15:21:34 +0000

Make an adorable Easter bunny cake using a simple white cake mix, homemade buttercream frosting, and easy step-by-step decorating. This festive Easter dessert looks impressive but is surprisingly simple to create at home. This Easter bunny cake is just about the sweetest showstopper of a dessert and is one of many cute Easter desserts I’ve...

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Slow Cooker Chicken Shawarma

Jaclyn Shimmel — Thu, 19 Feb 2026 13:26:53 +0000

Slow cooker chicken shawarma is made with tender, yogurt-marinated chicken thighs that are slow-cooked to perfection, then served in warm pitas with crisp toppings and a creamy yogurt sauce. You can also serve it over rice or turn it into a hearty salad! This crockpot version is my take on one of my favorite Middle...

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Homemade Cream of Chicken Soup

Jaclyn Shimmel — Mon, 09 Feb 2026 13:20:27 +0000

This homemade cream of chicken soup recipe is a quick, easy substitute for the canned condensed soup in your favorite recipes. It makes enough to replace two cans and works perfectly in casseroles, soups, slow cooker meals, or anywhere you’d normally reach for the canned version. I won’t knock canned soup—it’s convenient and get’s the...

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Honey BBQ Meatballs

Jaclyn Shimmel — Tue, 03 Feb 2026 14:22:40 +0000

Honey BBQ meatballs are sweet, savory, saucy, and made with a few simple ingredients. This is a great recipe to have when you need something effortless and packed with flavor for your appetizer table! If you’ve made my Coca-Cola meatballs or grape jelly BBQ sauce meatballs, you already know how simple and delicious crockpot meatballs...

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Burger Bowls

Jaclyn Shimmel — Mon, 26 Jan 2026 18:43:55 +0000

When I’m craving a burger, this burger bowl recipe is my go-to. It’s fast, flavorful, and easy to customize with whatever toppings I have on hand. You get everything you love about a classic cheeseburger: juicy beef, crisp lettuce, melty cheese, pickles, onions, and that tangy special sauce. No grilling required. The ground beef is...

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