Try a new No Bake Cookie Recipe for every day of the week. From chocolate to peanut butter, Biscoff to Nutella, there’s a flavor for everyone to enjoy.

Aimee’s Recipe Notes

No-bake cookies are the kind of dessert that never goes out of style. I remember my own mom making them over 40 years ago, and they still remain one of my favorites.

They’re quick and easy and perfect for days when you don’t want to turn on the oven.

From the classic cookie recipe to fun, flavorful twists, these recipes deliver all the flavor with minimal effort.

Enjoy!

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Easy No-Bake Cookie Recipes

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No Bake Chocolate Oatmeal Cookies Recipe

No Bake Chocolate Oatmeal Cookies are filled with crunchy oats, creamy peanut butter and satisfying sweetness.

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Biscoff No Bake Cookies

Delicious, easy, No Bake Biscoff Cookies recipe. Just 30 minutes and you’ll be enjoying these no bake oatmeal cookies today!

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Peanut Butter No Bake Cookies Recipe

Peanut Butter No Bake Cookies are a classic, childhood treat made with oatmeal, peanut butter, and Reese’s candy!

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No Bake Oatmeal Scotchies

Cookies packed with butterscotch flavor and chewy oats–ready to eat in minutes.

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Nutella No Bake Cookies

These Nutella No bake Cookies are loaded with chocolate hazelnut flavor and they take minutes to make. 

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Skinny No Bake Cookies Recipe

Skinny No Bake Cookies are packed with flavor and protein, and not the extra sugar! 

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Easy No Bake Avalanche Cookies

Avalanche Cookies are a chewy no-bake cookie recipe with rice krispies cereal, peanut butter and two kinds of chocolate. 

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Find your favorite Strawberry Recipes using fresh picked berries, canned strawberry pie filling, and freeze dried strawberries. Learn when and how to use each type of berry!

Aimee’s Recipe Notes

My husband’s favorite flavor of dessert is (and always has been) strawberry. I’ve been making him strawberry flavored recipes for over 30 years now.

What I have found is when fresh-ripe berries aren’t in season, I still want to find a way to make his favorite treats.

With a little help from canned strawberry pie filling to freeze dried strawberries, we can enjoy strawberry desserts all year long.

I’m going to show you how to use each of these style berries in some of my favorite recipes.

💡How to Choose the Right Strawberries

Each type of strawberry works differently in recipes.

• Fresh Strawberries- best for light desserts, salads, and garnishes. Adds moisture to baking, so not always the best option for cakes and cupcakes.
• Canned Strawberry Pie Filling- best for easy, quick, and consistent recipes.
• Freeze-dried Strawberries- best for bold strawberry flavor in baking without added moisture. Perfect for cakes, frosting, etc.

Prevent Soggy Desserts- if using frozen berries, thaw and pat dry before using.

Boost Flavor- pairing berries with lemon juice or pure vanilla extract enhances strawberry flavor.

🍓Fresh Strawberry Recipes

When given the chance fresh strawberries are naturally sweet, bright and juicy, and they create desserts that feel light and fresh.

• Strawberry Shortcake– the classic homemade buttermilk biscuit with juicy berries and whipped cream.
• Strawberry Coffee Cake– I use fresh berries in this delicious cake. Topped with a cinnamon streusel, you’ll love this one!
• Strawberry Eclair Cake– this layered treat features fresh berries and a cream filling.
• Strawberry Bread– fresh berries in a quick bread with a sweet strawberry icing.
• Strawberry Pie– this old-fashioned strawberry pie comes straight from grandma’s recipe box.

🥧Strawberry Pie Filling Recipes

Sometimes you just need to check the easy box. And that’s where strawberry pie filling comes in handy. It’s sweet, consistent, and perfect for desserts YEAR ROUND.

• Strawberry Hand Pies– when you’re craving pie, but want a few shortcuts, this recipe is for you.
• Strawberry Strudel– puff pastry and strawberry pie filling are the stars of this recipe!
• Strawberry Pie Bars– easy bars topped with a cream cheese glaze.
• Peanut Butter and Jelly Brownies– sweet strawberry pie filling swirled in peanut butter brownies. OMG.
• Strawberry Danish– sweet cheesecake bars with strawberry filling and cream cheese center.

🍓Freeze-Dried Strawberry Recipes

Freeze-dried strawberries are a hidden gem. They pack intense flavor without adding moisture, making them perfect for cookies, cake, and frosting!

• Strawberry Layer Cake– from scratch and bursting with strawberry flavor. No food coloring or artificial flavors. Be sure to make a batch of my strawberry frosting too.
• Strawberry Cheesecake– this cheesecake has strawberry flavor all throughout thanks to the freeze-dried strawberries. So good and one of my husband’s favorite desserts.
• Strawberry Rice Krispie Treats– loved by kids and adults, these are absolutely fantastic.
• Strawberry Brownies– fudgy chocolate brownies with a sweet strawberry frosting and chocolate ganache on top.
• Strawberry Chocolate Chip Cookies– if you love a classic chocolate chip cookie, adding freeze-dried strawberries makes it even better!

No matter how you use them, strawberries have a way to make dessert taste amazing. Whether you’re baking with fresh berries or you choose an alternate route, there’s always something new to try!

Easy, crowd-pleasing side dishes that disappear fast at every summer BBQ. From classic sides to creamy and fresh dishes. You’ll find something for everyone.

Aimee’s Recipe Notes

Summer BBQs and potlucks have always been about more than just the grill. Sure the burgers, hot dogs, and bratwurst are delicious, but for me? It’s all about the sides.

You know you’ve nailed it when your dish is the first to disappear. The one that everyone sneaks a second scoop or asks you for the recipe.

I know when I’m heading to a potluck I want something easy to make, easy to transport, and guaranteed to be a hit.

From creamy classics to fresh summer favorites, these recipes are made for sharing!

What’s YOUR favorite BBQ potluck side dish?

☀️The Perfect Side Dish

Choose recipes that travel well. Avoid anything that needs to be “served immediately.” Casseroles, salads, and bars are great options.

Keep it simple. The best BBQ side dishes aren’t complicated. They’re familiar, comforting, and easy to serve. You don’t want everyone skipping your dish because it’s unrecognizable.

Bring serving utensils. It sounds simple, but it’s often forgotten. I save cheap plastic serving spoons from catering events and take out just for this occasion.

Think about the temperature. Cold dishes should stay chilled, and hot dishes should be able to stay warm (or be served room temperature). Use cooler with hot pads or ice to achieve the perfect temperature.

Make it ahead of time. I love recipes that can be prepared in advance. And many salads taste even better after sitting for a few hours in the fridge!

🥔Classic BBQ Sides

These are the staples. The dishes you expect to see at every BBQ and the ones people always go back for more. My recipes are simple and loved, and well tested too!

• Classic Potato Salad– this recipe comes straight from my grandma’s kitchen. It’s simple, classic, just don’t skip the REAL mayo and dice it all small.
• Best Coleslaw Recipe– creamy and delicious, this in my opinion is the perfect coleslaw.
• Macaroni Salad– this is my moms recipe, and it gets requests every time I bring it. The pickle brine dressing is unique and flavorful.
• Texas Caviar– delicious with a spoon/fork or served with tortilla chips!

🥗Fresh Summer Sides

When the grill is full and weather is warm, these fresh side dishes really balance the meal. They bring brightness, crunch, and just the right amount of lightness to your BBQ or potluck.

• Strawberry Salad– fresh salad greens loaded with berries, candied pecans, and a sweet lemon poppy seed dressing.
• Chopped Salad– this is a potluck favorite. It’s hearty (with pasta and chicken) but light with veggies and a zesty dressing!
• Watermelon Salad– watermelon, cucumber and feta cheese get a boost of flavor from fresh herbs and lime. Cool and refreshing, this one is unique but approachable.
• Cucumber Tomato Salad– healthy and fresh, this one needs no introduction!

🧀Creamy Comfort Food

These creamy side dishes are indulgent and rich. They’ll be your new favorite comfort food.

• Baked Mac and Cheese– I love having a good mac and cheese recipe in my repertoire. Wrap in foil and keep warm. Kids and adults will thank you for this dish! NOTE: if bringing to a potluck, use a little less pasta than the recipe calls for, this keeps the dish creamier.
• Creamy Fruit Salad– my Grandma always served her fruit salad with whipped cream or Cool Whip.
• Avocado Chicken Salad– creamy, fresh and packed with flavor!
• Broccoli Salad– one of my FAVORITE side dishes. The tangy dressing pairs well with broccoli, cheese, onion, and bacon!

🍓Crowd-Pleasing Favorites

Sometimes the simplest dishes are the most appreciated. These easy additions round out the table and make sure that everyone has a scoop, sandwich, or dip!

• Deviled Eggs– is it even a potluck without them? For sure these are a must make, and my recipe is crazy easy.
• Pistachio Salad– My grandma always made this as a cold side dish with any dinner (holiday or not). It’s also delicious with fruity marshmallows and walnuts too.
• Easy Sliders– Easy to make, crowd-pleasing hand held sliders everyone will love.
• Cream Cheese Fruit Dip– My three ingredient Cream Cheese Fruit Dip recipe takes your favorite fruit and makes it even sweeter! 

😋BONUS: Sweet Treats for the Table

No BBQ is complete without a sweet finish. These desserts are easy to serve, share, and the perfect way to end a meal.

• No Bake Cookies– Filled with crunchy oats, creamy peanut butter and satisfying sweetness. You don’t even need to turn on the oven to make these easy homemade cookies.
• Rice Krispie Treats– These are the perfect potluck treat. And check out all the different varieties I have on my website!
• Chocolate Trifle– Scoop and serve. Trifles are a great crowd-pleaser, serve it up in a clear bowl or a big foil pan (and toss it).
• Banana Pudding Recipes– Choose one of my 5 favorite banana pudding recipes to serve. They never disappoint.

At the end of the day, the best BBQ potluck isn’t about having an elaborate spread. It’s about good food, easy recipes, and table full of people enjoying each other’s company.

Quick and easy, this Sugar-Free Chocolate Chip Cheesecake recipe is creamy and rich, but also gluten-free and sugar-free! It starts with a buttery almond crust and is loaded with sugar-free chocolate chips!

Aimee’s Recipe Notes

Cheesecake can be one of the easiest, and most indulgent desserts. From it’s buttery crust to the creamy, tangy filling.

Today’s version is made sugar-free. With some experimenting to make my sugar-free cheesecake, I took it to a new level and added some Lily’s chocolate chips.

I love the texture of the slightly crunchy chocolate paired with the creamy cheesecake filling. Add a little extra sugar-free whipped cream on top for a dessert that is simple and delicious!

Ingredients You’ll Need

• Almond Flour- if you don’t want the recipe to be gluten free, you can use all-purpose flour (or keep it gluten free by using King Arthur measure for measure GF flour). I love the nutty flavor though of almond flour.
• Powdered Monk Fruit Sweetener- this adds the sweetness without the added sugar. It’s natural and doesn’t leave the cooling effect on your tongue. I love this brand on Amazon. You could swap it out for Stevia.
• Cream Cheese- Full-fat cream cheese is the base of this easy no bake cheesecake. Soften to room temperature for a smooth, lump-free filling.
• Optional Toppings- Homemade whipped cream (made with powdered monk fruit) and extra Lily’s chocolate chips.

How to Make Cheesecake

For the crust.

• Mix the ingredients for the crust together with a fork.
• Press the crumbs into a 9-inch square dish lined with parchment paper.

For the Filling.

• Beat everything until smooth and creamy. Pour over crust.
• Chill for at least 4 hours or overnight. Serve & enjoy!

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Sugar Free Chocolate Chip Cheesecake Recipe

Quick and easy, this Sugar-Free Chocolate Chip Cheesecake recipe is creamy and rich, but also gluten-free and sugar-free! It starts with a buttery almond crust and is loaded with sugar-free chocolate chips!

Course sugar free desserts

Cuisine American

Keyword cheesecake, chocolate chip, gluten free, no bake cheesecake, sugar free

Prep Time 20 minutes minutes

Chill Time 4 hours hours

Total Time 4 hours hours 20 minutes minutes

Servings 16 servings

Author Aimee Shugarman

Ingredients

For the Crust

• 2 cups almond flour
• 3 Tablespoons powdered monk fruit
• 6 Tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

For the Cheesecake

• 3 packages (8 ounce each) cream cheese, softened to room temperature
• 1 ¼ cup powdered monk fruit
• 1 Tablespoon pure vanilla extract
• ⅓ cup heavy whipping cream
• 1 ½ cups Lily's semi sweet chocolate chips, divided

For the Topping

• 1 ½ cups sugar free whipped cream

Instructions

• Line a 9-inch square baking dish with parchment paper. Set it aside.
• In a mixing bowl, combine the almond flour, powdered monk fruit, and melted butter with a fork. Spread crumbs in the bottom of the prepared baking dish and press crumbs firmly. Chill crust while making the cheesecake filling.
• In a large mixing bowl, beat cream cheese with powdered monk fruit for 3-4 minutes until fluffy. Scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed.
• Add in vanilla extract and heavy cream. Beat for an additional 2 minutes until blended. Fold in 1 1/4 cup of the chocolate chips. Pour cheesecake over crust. Cover with plastic wrap and chill for four hours.
• To serve, lift cheesecake out of the pan with the parchment paper. Cut into squares. Dollop each slice with sugar free whipped cream and the remaining chocolate chips.

Notes

• I prefer Lily’s chocolate chips. They are a creamy sweet chocolate that is surprisingly sugar free!
• Almond Flour– I love keeping this recipe gluten free, but if you prefer, you can swap out the almond flour for all-purpose flour. You could also use King Arthur Measure for Measure gluten free flour too.
• Powdered Monk Fruit– I love this brand on Amazon. You could swap it out for Stevia.
• Serve sugar free cheesecake with homemade whipped cream made with monk fruit instead of sugar. 
• Storage: Keep this cheesecake in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Or freeze for up to 3 months.

Nutrition

Serving: 1slice

Easy, creamy Cookies and Cream Fudge recipe packed with flavor and real Oreo cookie pieces. Homemade fudge recipe with no candy thermometer needed!

This recipe for fudge was originally published in April 2013. I updated the recipe notes and images in May 2026.

Aimee’s Recipe Notes

If Oreos are ‘milk’s favorite cookie”, then this recipe is milk’s favorite fudge!

• You don’t need a candy thermometer to make this fudge recipe!
• I use marshmallow fluff and white chocolate chips to create a soft fudge consistency with no hassle.
• Crushed Oreos are folded right into the white chocolate fudge. You get crunchy bits of chocolate wafer and fluffy cream filling in every bite.

Once you learn How to Make Fudge, you can try all kinds of fun flavors. From Fluffernutter Fudge to today’s Cookies and Cream version, making your own fudge is easier than you think.

Ingredient Notes

• Marshmallow fluff. This is also called marshmallow cream (or “creme”). It’s essentially marshmallows in a spreadable, pourable form. Use our homemade marshmallow fluff if you can’t find it in stores.
• Oreos. Crush them by placing them in a bag and rolling them with a rolling pin a few times. They don’t need to be pulverized to crumbs. A few big pieces are fine.
• White chocolate chips. Choose a good brand like Ghirardelli since this flavor is key to a delicious tasting fudge.

How to make Oreo Fudge

Like most of my fudge recipes, this one starts by boiling butter, sugar and cream.

You pour the boiling mixture over marshmallow fluff and white chocolate. As you whisk everything together the chocolate will melt and a smooth fudge mixture will form.

Fold in cookie pieces, pour the fudge into a square pan and chill. About four hours later, your cookies and cream fudge is ready to slice and enjoy!

Tips and Tricks

Fudge Tips

• Boil for the full five minutes to ensure that the texture will be perfect.
• Stir constantly to prevent scorching in the pan.

Oreo Tips

• Crush Oreo Cookies (with the filling) to various sizes. Crumbs and chunks.
• Swap for mint oreos to make my easy mint oreo fudge!

Pan Tips

• Line your pan with parchment paper for easy removal (and clean up).
• Leave some overhang on the sides so you can lift easily then cut your pieces of fudge.

Storage Tips

• Fudge stays freshest when stored UNCUT until serving.
• Keep in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.
• Freeze fudge in a freezer safe container for up to 3 months.

More Oreo Desserts

• When you’re looking for an easy dessert, this No Bake Oreo Cheesecake recipe is a creamy, flavorful pie! Easy to throw together for a delicious treat!
• Easy, fried donuts in under 30 minutes! This easy Cookies ‘n Cream Donuts recipe is made using Pillsbury Grands biscuits, Hershey Cookies ‘n cream bars, Oreos and Chocolate frosting. Perfect, right?!
• Oreo Toffee is a sweet and scrumptious snack! This is one party dessert everyone will devour! Sweet, buttery cracker toffee topped with a delicious cookies and cream topping!
• Oreo Stuffed Cookies– just two ingredients needed for this delicious treat.

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Cookies and Cream Fudge Recipe

Easy, creamy Cookies and Cream Fudge recipe packed with flavor and real Oreo cookie pieces. Homemade fudge recipe with no candy thermometer needed!

Course Candy

Cuisine American

Keyword easy fudge recipe, oreo fudge

Prep Time 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time 5 minutes minutes

Additional Time 4 hours hours

Total Time 4 hours hours 15 minutes minutes

Servings 64 pieces

Calories 93kcal

Author Aimee Shugarman

Ingredients

• 1 cup granulated sugar
• ½ cup heavy whipping cream
• dash salt
• ½ cup unsalted butter
• 2 ½ cups white chocolate chips
• 7 ounces marshmallow fluff
• 20 oreos crushed

Instructions

• In a mixing bowl (with a stand mixer preferred), add white chocolate morsels and marshmallow crème. Set this aside.
• In a large saucepan, melt butter with sugar, heavy cream and salt. Cook and stir over medium high heat until mixture begins to boil.
• Continue stirring and boil for 5 full minutes. Remove from heat. Pour mixture into bowl over the white chocolate and marshmallow.
• Beat with whisk attachment for 1-2 minutes until white chocolate has melted and mixture is smooth. Fold in crushed oreos.
• Pour fudge into a 9-inch square baking dish lined with parchment paper. Allow to set at room temperature for 4 hours or overnight.
• Remove from baking dish with parchment paper. Trim off edges (if you want perfect squares) then cut fudge into 1-inch bite sized pieces.

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Notes

• Line your baking dish with parchment paper before adding the fudge mixture. Once the fudge is set, you can grab the corners of the paper to remove it from the pan.
• Store fudge in an airtight container at room temperature. It’ll keep well for about 2 weeks. If you’re like my family, you’ll keep sneaking bites of it and it’ll disappear much faster!
• If you won’t be eating all the fudge right away, wait to slice it until ready to serve. Fudge tastes best when freshly sliced.
• See blog post for more recipe tips and tricks.

Nutrition

Serving: 1piece | Calories: 93kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 7mg | Sodium: 26mg | Sugar: 10g

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No candy thermometer needed to make perfect fudge! This Oreo Cookies and Cream Fudge is a fun and tempting treat no on can resist.

These Homemade Coffee Creamer Recipes include my vanilla creamer which is the base for my 10 flavored creamers. Make them at home and use my sugar-free, fat-free tips too!

Your Favorite Coffee Creamer Flavors, Made at Home

Aimee’s Recipe Notes

Some people love coffee, and some people love creamer, with a splash of coffee. My easy coffee creamer recipes are easy to make and better than the store bought varieties.

For years, I grabbed whatever was on sale, until I realized how easy (and better) it is to make at home.

You can control the sweetness, adjust the flavors, and create combinations that taste just like your favorite coffeehouse recipes.

This collection of 10 homemade coffee creamer recipes includes everything from classic french vanilla to seasonal favorites.

Cheers!

How to Make Homemade Coffee Creamer

Most of my creamer recipes follow a simple base:

• Milk (or half-and-half)
• Sweetened Condensed Milk (or sugars)
• Flavorings (vanilla, cocoa, spices, pumpkin)

Just whisk, heat (if needed) and store in the fridge. It’s that easy.

🥛Fat-Free & Sugar-Free Coffee Creamer Tips

If you’re looking to lighten things up, homemade creamer is perfect for customizing.

For a Fat-Free Version:

• Choose skim milk or unsweetened almond milk
• Avoid heavy cream or half-and-half
• Swap for fat-free condensed milk
• Remember that the lighter the milk, the less rich and creamy the coffee creamer will be.

For a Sugar-Free Version:

• Swap sweetened condensed milk for sugar-free condensed milk
• Use stevia or monk fruit in place of sweetened milk or sugars
• Sugar-free syrups for flavor

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Homemade French Vanilla Coffee Creamer

Creating your own vanilla coffee creamer at home is a piece of cake! Especially for my French Vanilla Coffee Creamer recipe. Only three ingredients, ready in minutes, and you can make it FAT FREE!

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Irish Cream Coffee Creamer

This Irish Coffee Creamer takes your coffee to the next level. Homemade with simple ingredients, it adds instant easy flavor to hot or iced coffee.

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Caramel Macchiato Coffee Creamer

Replace your daily drive-thru coffee habit with homemade Caramel Macchiato Coffee Creamer. This caramel-flavored creamer is easy to make with ingredients you can actually pronounce!

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Chocolate Marshmallow Coffee Creamer

This Chocolate Marshmallow Coffee Creamer tastes like hot cocoa. Add it to your coffee for a sweet start to your morning.

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Creme Brulee Coffee Creamer Recipe

The rich taste of Creme Brulee in homemade coffee creamer! Sweet vanilla with notes of light caramel make this easy creamer the perfect addition to both hot and iced coffees.

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How to Make Cinnamon Coffee Creamer

If you love cinnamon in your coffee, you need this Cinnamon Coffee Creamer on hand all the time. You’re going to LOVE how easy it is to make delicious flavored creamer at home!

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Homemade Pumpkin Coffee Creamer

If you love fall coffee house drinks, you’ve got to try making this easy, Homemade Pumpkin Coffee Creamer! Ready in minutes, and with a few easy to find ingredients, you can make your own coffee creamer flavor.

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Almond Joy Coffee Creamer

Add nutty chocolate and coconut flavor to your morning routine with Almond Joy Coffee Creamer. 

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Chocolate Chip Cookie Coffee Creamer

Love Chocolate Chip Cookies? Love Coffee? You’re going to flip for this new creamer recipe! Chocolate Chip Cookie Coffee Creamer is a tasty way to start your morning.

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Homemade Peppermint Mocha Coffee Creamer

Make this homemade Peppermint Mocha Coffee Creamer and you’ll never use store-bought again!

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This Chicken Bacon Ranch Salad recipe is loaded with grilled chicken, crispy bacon, fresh avocado and tossed with ranch dressing. Hearty and delicious.

Aimee’s Recipe Notes

Some days I crave a salad that actually feels like a meal, not just a bowl of lettuce that leaves me hungry 20 minutes later.

This Chicken salad recipe is on repeat at my house, especially when we have leftover grilled chicken!

It’s also super easy to customize based on what you have in the house. Enjoy!

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Chicken Bacon Ranch Salad Recipe

This Chicken Bacon Ranch Salad recipe is loaded with grilled chicken, crispy bacon, fresh avocado and tossed with ranch dressing. Hearty and delicious.

Course Side Dishes

Cuisine American

Keyword bacon salad, chicken salad

Prep Time 15 minutes minutes

Servings 4 servings

Author Aimee Shugarman

Ingredients

• 6 cups Romaine lettuce, chopped
• 1 ½ cups cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
• 1 large avocado, diced
• 1 pound grilled chicken, see notes
• 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
• ½ cup ranch dressing

Instructions

• In a large bowl, add romaine, tomatoes, onion, and avocado.
• Top with cooked chicken and bacon. Drizzle with ranch dressing and serve immediately.

Notes

• I love using my blackened chicken tenders for today’s salad. You could also use leftover chicken or a rotisserie chicken.
• If not serving this salad immediately, keep individual ingredients stored separately and assemble before serving.
• Swap romaine for a combination of spinach and spring mix. Add in chopped peppers for extra crunch.

Classic Oatmeal Scotchie Bars are soft, chewy oatmeal butterscotch cookie bars topped with sweet cinnamon frosting. You’ll love this updated take on an old fashioned favorite!

This recipe was originally published in July 2014. I updated the recipe notes in May 2026 and added new images too.

Aimee’s Recipe Notes

Looking for the perfect oatmeal scotchies recipe? I’ve got you covered with these original Oatmeal Scotchies! I even have a No Bake Oatmeal Scotchies recipe for those hot summer days.

If you love oatmeal cookies, butterscotch and FROSTING, these Oatmeal Scotchie Bars are for you.

• A thick layer of cinnamon frosting takes Oatmeal Scotchie Bars to the next level!
• Each bar is loaded with butterscotch morsels and toasty, chewy oatmeal.
• This recipe is easy to make with no mess or fuss.
• You can serve these for dessert, then enjoy leftovers with your coffee the next morning. Cookie bars for breakfast? Yes, please!

Ingredient Notes

• Quick oats. You need the quick cooking (instant) oats for these bars! Do not use old fashioned oats. They are not as finely processed and will affect the texture. If you only have old fashioned oats, pulse a few times in a food processor before measuring.
• Unsalted butter. I use unsalted butter to control the salt levels in my recipes. If you only have salted butter, you can use it here instead. Just leave out the added kosher salt in the recipe.
• Butterscotch morsels. Also called “butterscotch chips”, you can find these in the baking aisle of your grocery store next to the chocolate chips.
• Vanilla Extract. Always choose pure vanilla (not the imitation stuff). Or make homemade vanilla extract and save money!

How to Make Oatmeal Cookie Bars

Make the batter.

• Beat butter and sugars together until well blended. Beat in eggs and vanilla, followed by the dry ingredients. Fold in the butterscotch morsels.
• Press the thick cookie batter into a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake for about 18 minutes.

Add the cinnamon frosting.

• Beat butter with the whisk attachment of your electric mixer. When it’s pale and fluffy, beat in powdered sugar, salt, cinnamon. Add milk, a little at a time, until your desired consistency is achieved.
• Spread frosting over the cooled Oatmeal Butterscotch Cookie Bars. Slice into squares and serve.

Tips and Tricks

• Want a thicker frosting? Add less milk. Want a thinner, more pourable frosting? Add more milk!
• Store bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. They’re so hard to resist that they’re likely to get eaten well before then!
• Freeze cookie bars for up to 3 months in an airtight freezer safe container.
• I prefer these bars a little on the chewier side, so I take them out of the oven when they’re still a little soft. For a crunchier bar, you can leave them in a bit longer.

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Oatmeal Scotchie Bars Recipe

Classic Oatmeal Scotchie Bars are soft, chewy oatmeal butterscotch cookie bars topped with sweet cinnamon frosting. You'll love this updated take on an old fashioned favorite!

Course Cookies

Cuisine American

Keyword butterscotch oatmeal bars, cookie bars, oatmeal cookie bars, scotchies bars

Prep Time 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time 18 minutes minutes

Total Time 28 minutes minutes

Servings 36 bars

Calories 231kcal

Author Aimee Shugarman

Ingredients

For the cookie bars:

• 1 cup unsalted butter softened to room temperature
• ¼ cup granulated sugar
• 1 ¼ cup light brown sugar packed
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
• 3 cups quick oats
• 1 ¼ cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• ½ teaspoon kosher salt
• 1 ½ teaspoon cinnamon
• 11 oz package Butterscotch morsels

For the frosting:

• 1 cup unsalted butter softened to room temperature
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• pinch kosher salt
• 3 cups powdered sugar
• 3 Tablespoons milk

Instructions

• For the bars, beat butter with sugars until blended. Beat in eggs and vanilla. Add oats, flour, baking soda, salt and cinnamon and beat until combined. Fold in butterscotch morsels.
• Press cookie dough in a parchment paper lined 15-inch x 10-inch x 1-inch baking sheet. Bake in a 375 degree oven for 18-22 minutes (I prefer to make these a little on the undercooked side, staying near the 18 minute mark).
• Cool completely.
• For the frosting, beat butter in an electric mixer with whisk attachment for 3-5 minutes until pale in color. Add cinnamon, salt, powdered sugar and 2 Tbsp milk. Beat an additional 3-5 minutes, adding more milk if necessary. Spread over cooled cookie bars. Cut and enjoy.

Notes

• Want a thicker frosting? Add less milk. Want a thinner, more pourable frosting? Add more milk!
• Store bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. They’re so hard to resist that they’re likely to get eaten well before then!
• Freeze bars for up to 3 months in an airtight freezer safe container.
• I prefer these bars a little on the chewier side, so I take them out of the oven when they’re still a little soft. For a crunchier bar, you can leave them in a bit longer.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bar | Calories: 231kcal | Carbohydrates: 32g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 38mg | Sodium: 125mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 24g

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Hosting Mother’s Day Brunch is easy with these delicious recipes. Cozy, tasty, and so many options to choose what’s right for your family. Plan the perfect menu.

Aimee’s Recipe Notes

Mother’s Day has always felt like the perfect excuse to go out for brunch. But with my family (and my love of leftovers), why not host instead?

For me, brunch is easy. Relaxed, flexible, and full of all the best foods. Warm baked goods, cozy casseroles, fresh fruit, and of course, a sweet finish.

This collection of Mother’s Day brunch ideas is all about creating a menu that works for you, without the stress.

🌷How to Make a Mother’s Day Menu

If you’re not sure where to start, keep it simple. A great brunch doesn’t need a dozen dishes. Just a few that work well together.

Here’s my go-to formula. You can add more depending on the number of guests (and how much work you want to make for yourself).

• One sweet main– coffee cake, french toast casseroles, pancakes, muffins
• One savory main– quiche, egg casseroles, biscuits and gravy
• One fresh side– fruit salad, deviled eggs, yogurt parfaits
• One drink– coffee, lattes, mimosa
• One sweet finish– lemon bars, cookies, coconut cake

🍩Sweet Brunch Recipes for Mother’s Day

As with all the categories, pick one or two, depending on how you feel. If you’re busy, choose some of the make ahead options, or bake pastries in advance and freeze ahead of time. Thaw overnight the night before serving.

• French Toast- I love that these can be assembled ahead of time. Overnight french toast casserole, berry french toast casserole, and traditional french toast casserole are my favorites.
• Coffee Cake- Bake ahead of time and keep in an airtight container. I love this chai coffee cake, swedish almond cake, or cinnamon sour cream coffee cake as a starter.
• Pancakes & Waffles- Make a pancake or waffle bar with whipped cream, fresh berries, syrup, and honey. My buttermilk pancakes and homemade waffles are perfect for this!
• Muffins, Rolls, and Danish- Breakfast pastries are my jam. Whether you choose any number of my muffin recipes, including blueberry muffins, or my easy danish recipe, you’re going to love how easy they are to make. Classic cinnamon rolls are always a hit and can be assembled ahead of time as well.
• Bread- A loaf of banana bread, pistachio bread, or strawberry bread look lovely on a platter. Make the weekend before and freeze.

🍳Savory Brunch Recipes Mom will Love

Every brunch needs something warm and savory to balance the sweets.

• Breakfast Casserole- This hearty egg casserole is a family favorite. Or give my delicious biscuit and gravy casserole a try this Mother’s Day.
• Quiche- One of my favorite savory dishes to make! So many varieties, and if you use storebought pie crust, make two quiche. Leftovers can be frozen and reheated. Try my ham and cheese quiche or veggie quiche to start.
• Savory Favorites- Use your Instant Pot to make a batch of sausage gravy, or whip up some spinach empanadas to serve.

🍓Fresh Side Dishes

Adding a side dish of something fresh makes your brunch more special.

• Yogurt Parfaits- This is the easiest option. Put a big bowl of yogurt out (I love using a vanilla Greek yogurt. Serve it up with a bowl of berries, granola, and honey so people can dress it how they like it.
• Fruit Salad- I love that this can be made the day before. Choose whatever fruit you find in season. My grandma always made Cool Whip fruit salad for holidays!
• Deviled Eggs- Who doesn’t love to have deviled eggs at brunch? Easy to make ahead of time too.

☕Brunch Drinks and Coffees

Serve up some drinks for brunch. Choose some alcoholic pairings or keep it non-alcoholic!

• Juice Bar- put out a few pitchers of juice with glasses. Apple, Orange, Cranberry.
• Mimosas- Add a bottle of Champagne to the drink bar and family and friends can make their own with the juice bar above.
• Coffee Bar- Can’t have brunch without coffee. Keep it simple or add a few homemade coffee creamers to the bar.

🍰Mother’s Day Desserts

Because it’s still a celebration, dessert is always a must.

• Lemon- bright and cheerful, think lemon coconut bars, lemon cheesecake, or lemon cookies!
• Strawberry- always in season in May, strawberry cookies, strawberry eclair cake, and strawberry layer cake are all delicious options.
• Coconut- These easy coconut cookies are a great way to finish. Or serve up slices of coconut cake for the grand finale.

At the end of the day, Mother’s Day isn’t about having the most impressive table. It’s about spending time with those you love, and those who you’ve lost. A good brunch with people you love does just that. Creates a moment to reflect and enjoy each other’s company.

Dairy-free Banana Ice Cream with no added sugar. You’re going to love this delicious sugar-free treat that’s so easy to make too. Did I mention it’s only ONE INGREDIENT?

One Ingredient Ice Cream

Aimee’s Recipe Notes

Sounds too good to be true, right?

Imagine how something as ordinary as a banana could become ice cream.

Slice bananas before freezing. Not only will this speed up the freezing time, but it makes them easier to process.

Be patient. At first the frozen bananas will look like crumbs. Keep processing, it will take about 10 minutes for a creamy finish. Once smooth, only pulse a few times to add in some air. Over processing will lead to a runny ice cream.

Firm or Soft Serve. Serve immediately for a soft serve ice cream. Or freeze for another two hours. Scoop and serve.

Storage. Keep banana ice cream in a metal loaf pan covered with plasic wrap and foil. Enjoy within one month.

Serving: Drizzle with melted sugar-free chocolate chips. Sugar free peanut butter that has been warmed is also delicious on this ice cream. Berries and whipped cream and some crumbled sugar-free shortbread for a delicious treat.

Amount: 1 banana is about 1 cup of ice cream. I typically process 4 bananas.

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Banana Ice Cream Recipe

Dairy-free Banana Ice Cream with no added sugar. You're going to love this delicious sugar-free treat that's so easy to make too. Did I mention it's only ONE INGREDIENT?

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Cuisine American

Keyword banana, easy ice cream

Prep Time 10 minutes minutes

Freeze Time 6 hours hours

Total Time 6 hours hours

Servings 4 cups

Author Aimee Shugarman

Ingredients

• 4 large bananas, sliced

Instructions

• Place sliced, ripe bananas into a freezer bag and freeze for at least 4 hours, until solid (or overnight).
• Place frozen bananas into a food processor or heavy-duty blender and begin pulsing. The bananas will look like crumbs at first. Continue processing until it becomes smoother, about 10 minutes.
• After processing the mixture will turn into the consistency of a soft serve ice cream. Blend another 20 seconds to incorporate air into the mixture. Serve immediately.
• Or, freeze for a firm, scoopable ice cream.

Notes

• One banana makes roughly 1 cup of soft serve ice cream. Blen as many as you want/need.
• Ripe bananas have more sweetness!
• See blog post for more recipe tips and tricks and serving suggestions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cup