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Cute as a Button Lalaloopsy Cake Pops

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Celebrate a Lalaloopsy-themed 3rd birthday with these adorable and delicious Cute as a Button Cake Pops These treats are not only visually appealing but also a delightful addition to your celebration. Ingredients: 1 box of cake mix flavor of your choice 1/2 cup of frosting flavor that complements the cake 1 package of candy melts in various colors Lollipop sticks Edible markers in assorted colors Decorative sprinkles and edible glitter Fondant in different colors for button shapes Instructions: Bake the cake as directed on the package, then allow it to cool fully You can use a food processor or your hands to crumble the cooled cake into fine crumbs Add frosting and stir until the mixture holds its shape Create tiny cake spheres and place a lollipops stick inside of them Melt the candy melts in different bowls as directed on the package Make sure to fully submerge each cake pop in th...

Sweet Potato Pancakes

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With the sweetness of sweet potatoes and warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, these sweet potato pancakes are a tasty take on regular pancakes. Theyre great for a cozy brunch or breakfast. Ingredients: 2 cups mashed sweet potatoes 2 eggs 1/4 cup milk 1/4 cup flour 1 teaspoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg Pinch of salt Butter or oil for cooking Instructions: When you put mashed sweet potatoes, eggs, and milk in a bowl, mix them together well The sweet potato mixture should have flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt added to it Stir the mixture until it is smooth Put the pan on medium heat and add a little butter or oil to cover the bottom For each pancake, put about 1/4 cup of batter on the pan Start cooking when the top starts to bubble Then turn it over and cook until both sides are golden brown Add more butter or oil to the pan as ...

Bourbon Shrimp with Cheesy Grits

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The bourbon-infused shrimp in this recipe go well with the creamy, cheesy grits to make a tasty Southern-style dish. Ingredients: 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined 2 tablespoons olive oil 3 cloves garlic, minced 1/4 cup bourbon 1/4 cup soy sauce 2 tablespoons brown sugar 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes Salt and pepper to taste 2 cups chicken broth 1 cup grits 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese 2 tablespoons butter Green onions, chopped for garnish Instructions: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat Add minced garlic and saut until fragrant Add shrimp to the skillet and cook until they start to turn pink Pour in bourbon, soy sauce, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, and red pepper flakes Stir to combine and simmer until the sauce thickens slightly and shrimp are fully cooked Season with salt and pepper to taste In a separ...

Keto Key Lime Pudding

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This Key Lime Pudding recipe makes a creamy and sour dairy-free dessert that you can enjoy. With fresh lime juice and coconut milk, its a tasty treat that fits right in with a low-carb lifestyle. Ingredients: 1 can 13 5 oz full-fat coconut milk 1/2 cup fresh lime juice Zest of 2 limes 1/4 cup powdered erythritol 2 tbsp coconut flour 1 tsp vanilla extract Pinch of salt Optional: lime slices and mint leaves for garnish Instructions: In a saucepan, whisk together coconut milk, lime juice, lime zest, erythritol, coconut flour, vanilla extract, and salt Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring constantly until it thickens, about 5-7 minutes Remove from heat and let it cool slightly Divide the pudding mixture into serving cups or ramekins Cover with plastic wrap, making sure the wrap touches the surface of the pudding to prevent a skin from forming Refrigerate for at least 2 hour...

Christmas Confetti Cookies

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These Christmas Confetti Cookies are a delightful holiday treat. They brighten up any gathering with their colorful sprinkles. Ingredients: 1 cup unsalted butter, softened 1 cup granulated sugar 1 large egg 2 teaspoons vanilla extract 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/3 cup colored sprinkles Instructions: Warm the oven up to 350F 175C and put parchment paper on a baking sheet Mix the butter and sugar in a big bowl until the mixture is light and fluffy Add the egg and vanilla extract and mix them in well Mix the flour, baking powder, and salt together in a different bowl Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet ones and mix them together until they are just combined Add the colored sprinkles to the cookie dough and mix them in so that they are spread out evenly Take dough balls about the size of a tablespoon and roll them into balls ...

Crock Pot Vegan Mashed Potatoes

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Creamy and flavorful mashed potatoes made in a slow cooker, perfect for a vegan-friendly side dish. Ingredients: 5 pounds potatoes, peeled and diced 1 cup vegetable broth 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk 1/4 cup vegan butter 2 cloves garlic, minced Salt and pepper to taste Chopped chives or parsley for garnish optional Instructions: Place the diced potatoes in the slow cooker Add vegetable broth, almond milk, vegan butter, minced garlic, salt, and pepper to the slow cooker Stir to combine ingredients Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours, or until potatoes are tender Once potatoes are cooked, mash them using a potato masher or fork until desired consistency is reached Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary Garnish with chopped chives or parsley if desired before serving

Thin Mint Macaroon Low Carb Cookies - Gluten Free

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With a keto twist, you can still enjoy the classic taste of Thin Mint cookies. You can satisfy your sweet tooth on this gluten-free low-carb macaroon cookie while still following the keto diet. Ingredients: 1 cup almond flour 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder 1/4 cup powdered erythritol or preferred keto-friendly sweetener 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon peppermint extract 1 large egg white 2 tablespoons melted coconut oil 1/4 cup unsweetened shredded coconut 1/4 cup sugar-free chocolate chips Instructions: Warm the oven up to 325F 160C and put parchment paper on a baking sheet Add cocoa powder, salt, and powdered erythritol to a bowl and mix them together Mix the egg white, peppermint extract, and melted coconut oil into the dry ingredients until everything is well mixed together Add the sugar-free chocolate chips and coconut shreds Spread out tablespoon-sized pieces of the dough ...