I first shared these little beauties, WAY back in the early days, and they are actually getting a little interest on Pinterest, so I thought you all might like to see them “a little better.”

Let me show you just how easy they are…

How to make Jolly Rancher Lollipops

• Preheat oven to 275 degrees
• Unwrap Jolly Ranchers
• Line a cookie sheet with foil and add parchment paper on top, spray lightly with non-stick cooking spray
• Lay candy on cookie sheet so that it is touching
• Bake for about 7-8 minutes, keeping a close eye on them, remove from oven when they are melting together but be careful not to leave them too long
• Immediately add the lollipop stick, turning it once to coat
• Let them set at room temperature about 5 minutes to harden

These make a quick everyday treat, but you could also use them for Birthday Parties, end of the School Year Party, Baby Shower, or you could make them in your favorite team colors for a Sports Party. The ideas are endless, and don’t limit yourself to Jolly Ranchers {of course, we love them} but any hard candy will work.

Original recipe from The Decorated Cookie, shared on MomAdvice

Linking to…Made By You Monday

I remember growing up, when my parents would take us camping, my Mom always made little pies over the campfire that she called Puckies. When I spotted the recipe for these Easy Fried Pies, it reminded me of fun times we had camping. And after cooking up a batch and giving them a try…I was reminded even more.

Doug thought they tasted like elephant ears, and even though my two oldest boys don’t like cherries all that much, they liked these Fried Pies.

With just a few ingredients, you can whip these babies up in no time! Let me show you how easy they are…

Step 1:

• On a lightly floured surface, roll out biscuits until they are thin, about 4-5 inches

Step 2:

• Add about 2 tablespoons filling to the middle, fold over and seal with a fork

Step 3:

• Time to fry them up until golden brown and give them a little sprinkle of cinnamon and sugar

Simple Shortcut Recipes is jam packed with breakfast, soup, salads, sandwiches, sides, express dinners, easy entertaining and of course desserts.

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Linking to…Show & Tell Friday, Made By You Monday

I’ve shared my love for the new Duncan Hines Frosting Creations with you before, the Orange Creamsicle Push Pops were oh so good, and the Mini Ice Cream Cone Cupcakes with Bubble Gum Frosting were definitely a hit. So when it came time to create a very special Mother’s Day Treat, I knew exactly what to use!

With just a few ingredients, these Cinnamon Roll Doughnuts are easy enough for Dad and the kiddos to bake! Let me show you…

The Doughnuts start with a cake mix {you all know I love that} with the addition of eggs, milk and butter the batter is smooth and creamy. Then you add the Frosting Creations Cinnamon Roll flavor packet for a big burst of delicious cinnamon.

After the Doughnuts are baked and cooled, they take a little dip in melted butter and another burst of cinnamon and sugar. A drizzle of Frosting Creations Cinnamon Roll sends these little babies over the top with perfect flavor!

Don’t have a doughnut pan? No worries…you can easily bake these in a mini muffin pan for about 7-8 minutes.

We paired the Cinnamon Roll Doughnuts with Breakfast Pizza and Fruit Salad for a perfect Breakfast in Bed for Mother’s Day!

Need the recipe for Breakfast Pizza? Head on over to Pocket Change Gourmet and grab it!

Disclosure: This recipe was developed for Duncan Hines. I was given product and compensation. As always, the opinions and photos are my own.

For more great recipes…visit Duncan Hines Recipe Page

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Easy Strawberry Shortcake to the rescue!

And with Mother’s Day this weekend, you know Dad and the kiddos would love to make you something special. With just three ingredients…this Easy Strawberry Shortcake is perfect for those last minute {or dessert challenged, like hubby} surprises!

Pound Cake…Strawberries…and COOL WHIP Whipped Topping…that’s it! Told you it was easy!

Easy Strawberry Shortcake Directions:

1. Remove Pound Cake from the freezer and let set out on the counter about 10 minutes
2. Meanwhile, clean and slice strawberries
3. Slice cake and cut into small chunks
4. Layer cake, COOL WHIP and strawberries in a pretty glass {I bought these at Walmart for under $2}
5. Top with a dollop of COOL WHIP and a whole strawberry

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You all know I love impressive but easy, right? These little beauties took about 15 minutes to whip up! The filling is Banana Cream Pudding with fresh bananas chopped up and mixed in, and the horns are made with Puff Pastry.

Bananas are one of those perfect fruits! They can be added to a shake or smoothie, baked in a cupcake, sliced on cereal, dipped in chocolate and even eaten on the go! We usually get a couple bunches each week, and they are gone so fast, there isn’t any left to make bread.

Walmart has them right now for only 38 cents per pound…gotta love that!

I used a new technique with these Banana Cream Horns, using Puff Pastry and a horn mold.

You can find Puff Pastry in the freezer section or certainly make your own. I just bought some already made.

1. Thaw the Puff Pastry, but not totally, it’s easier to work with when it’s cold. Lay it out on the counter, using a pizza cutter, cut 1 1/2 inch wide strips. Then starting at the narrow tip, seal the Puff Pastry around the tip.
2. Begin wrapping the strip around the horn
3. Overlapping slightly
4. Continue wrapping until you get to the top, seal the edge together and place seam side down on a greased cookie sheet. Bake for about 10 minutes or until golden brown.

Looking for more banana recipes? You may also like these…

• Banana Cupcakes with Cinnamon Cream Cheese Frosting {Sock Monkey Cupcakes}
• Biscoff Banana Milk Shake
• Fruit Smoothie

Disclosure: This post is part of a campaign I am participating in with the Walmart Moms. Walmart has provided me with compensation and product for this post. My participation is voluntary and opinions, as always are my own.

Linking to…Show & Tell Friday

Because they are favorites around here…let’s start with Cinco de Mayo Cupcakes…

Cinco de Mayo Cupcakes with Chocolate Chili Poppers

Margarita Cupcakes

Sangria Cupcakes

Key Lime Dessert

Mexican Brownies from Food Network

Frozen Cinco de Mayo Dessert from Kraft

Tres Leches Cake from Taste of Home

Sopapillas from Tara Cooks

Tres Leches Dessert Shot from Delicious Shots

For more Cinco de Mayo Recipes, including Appetizers, Main & Side Dishes and Drinks…head on over to Pocket Change Gourmet and grab a recipe or two!

Linking to…Show & Tell Friday, Saturday Night Special

Not only do I love creating fun desserts, I love them even more if they are quick and easy…and of course, look like I spent a long time on them. To celebrate Earth Day…or Spring…or Mother’s Day…or just because…how about this delicious Flowerpot Pie with some yummy Honey Bees buzzing around made with simple ingredients including COOL WHIP whipped topping!

I think the flowers are almost as fun to make as the dessert! Although the Honey Bees were pretty fun too!

Let’s get started…

Gum Drop Flower Supplies:

• Gum Drops
• Mini Cookie Cutters {flowers and leaves}
• Pretzels
• Small amount of sugar for rolling the gum drops out
• Small amount of frosting to attach centers and leaves

Directions:

1. On a cutting board or hard surface, sprinkle a small amount of sugar
2. Using your hand, press gum drop out then roll out with a rolling pin, flipping from side to side several times
3. Cut flower out with cookie cutter
4. Repeat for leaves and centers of flowers
5. Attach to the pretzel with a small amount of frosting
6. Place in fridge or freezer for about 15 minutes to set the frosting

It’s almost too cute to eat…almost

Add a dollop of COOL WHIP, a sprinkle of cookie crumbs and be sure to watch out for the rocks in the dirt!

Recipe adapted from Simple Desserts made special with COOL WHIP Cookbook

Linking to…Show & Tell Friday, Mouthwatering Mondays, Ingredient Spotlight

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