If you’re looking for a delicious dessert, you’re going to love these Valentines Day Cookies! They’re not only scrumptious but they’re literally such a delicious Valentine dessert recipes!

Paired up with a glass of milk or a bowl of ice cream. There’s no way that you’ll be able to say “no” to this simple cookie recipe.

I love that these are easy cookies that do not require making royal icing or anything super time consuming.

If you’re on the hunt for even more Valentine’s Day treats, check out this Valentine OREO Cookie Balls Recipe as well!

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Ingredients Needed To Make Valentine Cookies

• 1 cup of softened butter, at room temperature
• 2 eggs
• 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
• 2 1/2 cups of Unbleached Flour
• 3/4 cup of Sugar
• 3/4 cup of Brown Sugar
• 1 teaspoon of Baking Soda
• 1 teaspoon of Salt
• 1 1/2 cup of Mini Chocolate Chips (you could use white chocolate chips if you want)
• 1 1/2 cup of M&Ms

These are perfect for a Valentine treat!

Step by Step How To Make Chocolate Chip Valentine Cookies

1. Start by preheating the oven to 350 degrees.
2. Put the butter, eggs, and vanilla into a mixing bowl.
3. Once that is combined, you’re going to grab your dry ingredients and add in the flour, sugar, brown sugar, baking soda, and salt. This is where you can add in a bit more flour if you want, just judge if your dough is too sticky.
4. After the dough is formed, it’s time to fold in the chocolate chips and 1/2 cup of your M&Ms.
5. Scoop out about 1″ balls of cookie dough and put them 2″ apart on the baking sheet. To prevent sticking, you can line with parchment paper.
6. Put in the oven and bake for 8-10 minutes or until the middle of the cookie starts to brown.
7. Take out of the oven and put the rest of the M&M’s on top.
8. The cookies will need to cool for 5 minutes on a baking sheet and then move to a cooling rack for the rest of the time.

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Why do my cookies come out flat?

Many people like them this way but there is actually a reason for this. If your butter is too soft, there’s a good chance that your cookies are going to spread out more while they’re baking, giving them that flat look and texture.

Another issue could be that you didn’t add enough flour but this would only be figured out by trial and error. If you want to add in more flour, just a tablespoon or two could be tried the next time that you make this simple cookie recipe.

How do you know if cookies are undercooked?

It’s all about the look and texture of your cookies. If you notice that the middle of the cookies still looks gooey, they’re going to be underdone. And if they are falling apart as you’re removing them off the baking sheet, that’s also another good indicator that your cookies need to be baked for a little bit longer as well.

What happens when you over bake cookies?

If you over bake these cookies, you’ll notice. Some key indicators that your cookies are over baked when they’re they’re burnt, they’re overly crispy once they’ve cooled down or they’re stuck to the cookie sheet.

They’re still edible but might have a different texture and taste.

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Valentine’s Day Recipes

• Valentine Cookie Bars
• Heart Rice Krispie Treats
• Heart Shaped Pancakes
• Cupid Bow Valentine Cupcakes
• 26 Valentine Breakfast Ideas
• Red Velvet Crinkle Cookies

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Get ready to love the look and taste of these Rice Krispie Bird Nests! They’re literally the perfect Easter desserts!

These Easter treats are so precious and so yummy!

If you’re looking for even more fun desserts, check out my Sweet Cadbury Easter Dip as well. You can’t go wrong with either one of these tasty options.

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Ingredients Needed To Make Rice Krispie Easter Nests

• 1 ½ Tablespoon of Butter, unsalted
• 2.5 cups of Miniature Marshmallows
• 3 Cups of Toasted Rice Cereal
• Mini Cupcake Tin/Muffin Pan
• Green Frosting /or Green Food Coloring & White Icing
• Cadbury Chocolate Eggs

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Step by Step How to Make Birds Nest Rice Krispies

1. First we want to melt the butter by adding it to a microwave-safe bowl and heating it on high for 45 seconds.
2. After the first 45 seconds, you’re going to stir the marshmallows and the butter and put them in the microwave again for another 45 seconds.
3. Stir using a spoon that you’ve sprayed with cooking spray so that the mixture doesn’t stick. Keep microwaving in 45-second intervals until everything is completely melted and mixed really well.
4. Add in the Rice Krispies asap and mix. Then take and press the mixture into the muffin tin using the back of a spoon to press in and make the “nest”.
5. Cool them or pop them in the fridge to cool faster.
6. Once cooled, ice the nests using green icing to look like grass and add in the eggs!

What else can I use for the “eggs” in the nest?

Anything round and fun colored is going to work. Think M&M’s, chocolate balls, or even some fun chocolate colored raisins or marshmallows as well. You could even use jelly beans or robin eggs

Have fun changing up the middle of the nest treats because it’s such a simple way to keep them tasting new and different.

Can you burn marshmallows when melting them in the microwave?

You can. You need to be careful and watch the time as well. It’s also kind of fun to stand and watch the marshmallows melt because before they melt, they expand and get huge in the bowl! After every 45 seconds, you need to stir and mix around.

Will the Rice Krispies stick in the pan?

They shouldn’t. Since you’re adding in the rice Krispy mixture that is mainly butter as an ingredient, this should be an easy way to keep those Rice Krispie nests from sticking.

If you’re worried about them sticking in the pan, you can always add just a little bit of butter on the inside of the muffin pan just for that extra precaution.

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Let’s be honest, stuffed potatoes are the ultimate in comfort food and these 20+ Stuffed Baked Potato Recipes You’ll Drool Over are so awesomely over the top–I can’t wait.

Some nights, I just can’t come up with something yummy to make. I need ideas. And lots of them, to make some of our favorite meals more unique, fun and kind of rekindle-the-magic, you know?

That probably sounds ridiculous, but seriously, if I have to eat another plain baked potato with butter, I might have to scream.

And don’t even start on sweet potatoes for me, because I love them, but they need some kind of dressing-up. 

But these stuffed taters, oh my. There’s so much dressing-up and having fun with these, I just don’t know if I’ll ever make a plain potato again! 

Oh, and if you’re looking for more tasty meals that will really wow the family, check out my BIG list of easy recipes. There’s so many quick and fun ideas here that you can literally make something new every night.

Now, let’s get some stuffed baked potatoes cooking, because I am hungry!

Tips for How to Make Stuffed Baked Potatoes You’ll Love

• Never just toss a potato into the microwave or oven as-is without some kind of covering or layer of protection–you’ll end up with not only a dry skin (blegh) but also some tough meat on the inside. I like to coat it with olive oil and roll potatoes in kosher salt, even if the recipe doesn’t call for it.
• When I preheat my oven to 400 degrees, I always throw my baking sheet into the oven too. That way, I don’t forget to put my potatoes on it–I hate it when they drip into the bottom of the oven.
• Always wait to break open your potatoes until they are cool enough to handle. You don’t want a burned finger. 
• If there’s a question about putting more cooked bacon or sprinkling with remaining cheese, the answer is yes. More is never going to ruin these stuffed potatoes. Except when it comes to green onion–there is such thing as too much of that…
• Always season with salt and pepper. Something about adding salt to potato just makes it taste amazing.

20+ Stuffed Baked Potato Recipes You’ll Drool Over

Stuffed Baked Potato Recipes

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Pizza Twice Baked Potatoes

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Bacon & Egg Stuffed Baked Potatoes

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Loaded Mac and Cheese Stuffed Baked Potatoes

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Samosa Stuffed Baked Potatoes

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Turkey & Blue Cheese Stuffed Potatoes

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That is just so many yummy ideas to dress up a baked potato. Seriously, I’m about ready to try at least 3 of them–and maybe you don’t have to relegate baked potatoes to a side dish anymore!

If you loved these awesome twice baked potato recipes, be sure to pin them to your favorite easy recipes board on Pinterest, so you can find it again easy when you’re ready to bake a tater.

More Potato Recipes You’ll Love

• Irish Nachos – A 1/4 teaspoon of easy, 1/2 cup of fun and 1/4 cup of awesome-this-is-amazing are the secret ingredients to these potato-based nachos…you have to try them.
• Crockpot Garlic Mashed Potatoes – I love these mashed potatoes. They’re simple and fun to make but the honest truth is that they’re so tasty, even if they were hard, I’d make them again and again.
• Potato Soup with Mexican Cornbread – If you need a potato, but you’re more of a soup type, this recipe is so awesome, you’re going to be licking the bowl.

If you are on the hunt for slow cooker freezer meals that will make dinner on busy weeknights easier, this is for you! Freezer cooking is such a great idea.

These crockpot recipes are going to take your life from hectic, to manageable, I promise!

The best part is, all of these recipes are budget friendly and will not break the bank.

Freezer Friendly Recipes

We have put together an instant download of 30 recipes that are all slow cooker friendly, budget friendly and include instructions for preparing them as freezer meals.

You do not have to prepare these recipes for the freezer if you do not want to. If you want to cook them one at a time, at your leisure, these recipes are perfect for that too. While they were created for those wanting to freezer cook, they do not have to be prepare this way.

Crock Pot Recipes That Are Family Friendly Meals

Also, while each of these 30 recipes give you instructions for cooking them in the slow cooker, I want you to remember anything that can be cooked in the slow cooker can be cooked in the oven, on the stove top or in your Instant Pot. You simply adjust cook times and/or liquid levels.

This pack gives you instructions for preparing these meals for the freezer and then defrosting them and cooking them in the slow cooker, but you have the freedom to change that up if you want to.

Budget Friendly Recipes

We are a large family, on a budget.

These recipes are not just for ppl who have a large family, as you can adjust the amount of food a recipe is making by cutting the ingredients in half, for example.

That said, all of these recipes are made with saving money in mind. No matter the size of your family, many of us are on budgets these days!

You can download our 30 recipes and get started filling your freezer today!

What Meals Can I Make and Freeze?

Some of our favorite meals to make for the freezer are recipes like:

• spaghetti sauce
• pulled pork
• chicken or ground beef casseroles
• smothered pork chops
• ground taco meat
• chicken fajitas
• chicken breasts or thighs with marinades on them
• soups and stews
• seasoned roasts with veggies
• meatloaf
• creamy chicken dishes
• lasagnas and other pasta dishes

Here is a list of the recipes you will freeze in this instant download pack.

How Do You Make Freezer Meals?

Freezer meals are super easy to assemble. For each recipe we give you instructions that tell you step by step how to assemble them.

Essentially, you want to set out all of your ingredients for the recipes you will be making with the bag or container you will be freezing them in.

I group the ingredients, instructions, bag/container and label together in their own little area on the counter. Then, I repeat this for each recipe giving them their own little area on the counter. You can see this in my video below.

Then I begin assembling according to the directions provided for each recipe that tell how to combine the ingredients.

As each meal is assembled and labeled, I pop it in the freezer. I continue this until all of the meals are assembled and in the freezer.

How to Assemble Freezer Meals

Here is a video of me assembling seven of the recipes in pack.

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Do You Have to Thaw Crockpot Freezer Meals

This is 100% up to you.

I like to thaw them first before throwing them in the slow cooker. This is simply my preference. I take my meal out of the freezer the night before and pop it in the fridge to start defrosting.

Then in the morning I will remove it from the fridge and put it under my thaw board for a bit. Then I toss it in the slow cooker and begin the cooking process.

Many people toss meals right into the slow cooker frozen and love the way they turn out. It is defiantly a time saving way to cook!

If you need a fantastic cookie recipe for a Valentine party or just because, these Valentine OREO Cookie Balls are so easy and taste so good, you’ll be glad you picked them!

I mean, if you can take one of your favorite cookies and turn it into a ball with cream cheese and some chocolate? And sprinkles?! Well, that just puts it up there in the top Valentine dessert recipes of all time for me, you know…

So, if you’re not sold on making these Valentine OREO Cookie Balls, just know that you can make them in just a few minutes, so if you’re down to the wire on a Valentines party for the kiddos, well, these cookie balls can be made and ready in just about 20 minutes, if you pop them in the freezer to harden the almond bark.

Which means that now you have no excuses. Let’s get making your Valentine cookie balls!

What You Need to Make Valentine OREO Cookie Balls

• 1 package of Double Stuf Oreo Cookies
• 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
• 16 oz almond bark
• Valentine sprinkles

How to Make Valentine OREO Cookie Balls

Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.

Crush OREO cookies in a zipper baggie or food processor. 

Add in cream cheese and stir until combined. Roll cookie mixture into 1-inch balls. 

Place cookie balls on the prepared baking sheet. Freeze for 30 minutes. 

Melt almond bark in the microwave in 30-second increments, stirring between each increment until smooth. 

Roll each of the cookie balls in the almond bark shake off the excess.

Return cookie balls to the baking sheet and let rest for 20 minutes to allow the almond bark harden. 

Drizzle additional almond bark over cookie balls to create thin lines.

Immediately drop sprinkles over the thin lines of almond bark. 

Allow almond bark harden for 20 minutes.

Place cookie balls in an airtight container and store in the fridge or freezer. 

Before you race off to make Valentine cookie balls for yourself though, let’s talk about a few questions I’ve been asked about these in the past, so you know what you’re getting into.

How Long Do OREO Cookie Balls Last?

They’ll last for 12-20 days in the fridge, in an airtight container. I wouldn’t leave them on the counter because of the cream cheese element. Not pretty after a few days, if you know what I mean. Plus, they don’t hold together and make for a nice consistency inside the almond bark if they’re not chilled.

So, keep these Valentine cookie balls chilled and expect them to last for a while, as a result!

Can You Freeze Cookie Balls?

Yes! I know I normally say “frozen chocolate gets this weird film” but almond bark is a little different. Because it’s somehow different, it doesn’t get that weird film when you freeze it, so I say “YES!”

If you store your Valentine OREO Cookie Balls in the freezer, you can expect to be able to keep them for 3-5 months.

More Valentine Cookie Recipes You’ll Love

• Valentine Cookie Bars
• Cake Mix Valentine Cookies
• Valentine Cookie Cake

When we were planning a little kid-party, we made this awesome cranberry orange spritzer that definitely takes the cake. If you’re in need of easy non alcohol spritzer recipes, definitely check this one out because it’s so good, you don’t wan to miss it.

This is such a refreshing drink that is perfect for the holiday season or your upcoming party.

If you’re ready to make a yummy cranberry orange spritzer, let’s get to mixing!

What You Need to Make Cranberry Orange Spritzer

• 1L sparkling water, chilled (or club soda)
• 2 cups orange juice
• 4 cups ginger ale, chilled
• 2 cups cranberry juice or cocktail
• 1-2 cups frozen or fresh cranberries
• optional garnish: orange slices or lemon slices

How to Make a Spritzer With Cranberry and Orange

Combine the chilled sparkling water and orange juice in a large punch bowl.

Add ginger ale and mix thoroughly.

Stir in the cranberry cocktail.Garnish with frozen cranberries and enjoy!

But, before you run off and make your sparkling punch, you’re definitely going to want to think about a few things when making non alcoholic drinks like this one.

How to Serve Cranberry Orange Spritzer?

I have several fun suggestions for serving this awesome non-alcoholic cranberry orange spritzer, in the event that you’re planning a party–or even just a fun evening with the kids:

• Punch bowls make everything fun. And more punch bowls make everything more fun–so add several bowls with different fruit options!
• Dry ice is ah-mazing to kids. If you’re planning any kind of kid-party, this kid-friendly punch will absolutely be a huge hit if you add a bit of dry ice.
• Everyone loves straws. Paper straws, silly straws, any straws; everyone loves a good straw.

Could I Add Lemon Juice?

Sure. For even more citrus you could add a splash of fresh lemon juice as well. It’s a great addition to drink recipes like this one.

Can You Freeze Cranberry Orange Spritzer?

Well, that’s going to be hard to say–we drink it pretty much right away. Because of the fruit, I just don’t think I would try to keep this drink around for a while before serving it.

I wouldn’t plan on storing it, if it were me. However, if you’re planning on it, you might try freezing it. I don’t believe it would hurt anything, so that’s definitely an option.

More Kid-Friendly Party Drinks You’ll Love

• Sparkling Drink with Fruit
• Cranberry Mocktail
• Sparkling Apple Cider Punch

With all the kid-parties and get-togethers, I love making this sparkling drink with fruit to serve to anyone who’d like a non-alcoholic party drink.

Seriously, because of how quickly this comes together, this is definitely one of my favorite easy non alcohol spritzer recipes. It so simple, in fact, that the kids can help me put it together, as long as I don’t mind a little mess. LOL!

If you’re ready to make a wonderful sparkling drink with fruit (with or without the mess), let’s get to mixing!

What You Need to Make a Sparkling Drink with Fresh Fruit?

• 2L ginger ale, chilled
• 1L sparkling water, chilled
• 2 cups pineapple fruit juice
• 1-2 cups frozen fruit of your choice (I like to use frozen blueberries, raspberries, cranberries, strawberries, etc.)

How to Make a Sparkling Drink with Fruit 

Place your chilled ginger ale in a punch bowl.

Stir-in the sparkling water, followed by the pineapple juice.

Add about 1/2 of your frozen fruits and place in individual cups.

Serve with a garnish of additional frozen fruits and enjoy! Adding some fresh mint would be awesome!

I love the natural flavors the fruit gives this recipe!

But, before you run off and make your sparkling punch, you’re definitely going to want to think about a few things.

Can I Use La Croix Instead of Ginger Ale?

Yes! If you prefer to use a flavored La Croix drink you can certainly do that! Flavored sparkling water if any kind will work.

How to Serve Your Sparkling Drink with Fruit for a Party?

I have several fun suggestions for serving this awesome non-alcoholic sparkling drink with fruit if you’re planning a party–or even just a fun evening with the kids:

• Punch bowls make everything fun. And more punch bowls make everything more fun–so add several bowls with different fruit options!
• Dry ice is ah-mazing to kids. If you’re planning any kind of kid-party, this kid-friendly punch will absolutely be a huge hit if you add a bit of dry ice.
• Everyone loves straws. Paper straws, silly straws, any straws; everyone loves a good straw.

How Long Does This Sparkling Drink with Fruit Last?

Well, that’s going to be hard to say–we drink it pretty much right away. Because of the real fruit, I just don’t think I would try to keep this drink around for a while before serving it.

I wouldn’t plan on storing it, if it were me. However, if you’re planning on it, you might try freezing it. I don’t believe it would hurt anything, so that’s definitely an option.

Is Soda and Sparking Water Gluten Free?

Generally speaking, yes. But, always check the label.

More Sparking Drinks with Fruit

• Non Alcohol Champagne Spritzer
• Cool Raspberry Spritzer
• Pineapple Punch
• Sparkling Blueberry Spritzer