There’s nothing quite like play dough. It’s a classic that has withstood the test of time spanning multiple generations for a reason – it sparks creativity, imagination, and hours of screen free, independent fun. Whether it involves squishing, rolling, cutting, or sculpting, play dough play helps build fine motor skills and encourages pretend play. A…
If you also grew up loving classic ham and pickle roll ups, this recipe is going to be your new favorite party dip. Creamy, tangy, and a little salty, this pickle dip is the ultimate crowd pleaser. For those who have had ham and pickle roll ups, it feels like home. For those who have…
If you love the cozy fall flavors of caramel apples and seasonal coffee shop drinks, you’re my type of people. And this Caramel Apple Cold Foam is going to be your new go to fall treat. Or at least be in the rotation with Pumpkin Cream Cold Foam, Apple Cider Chai Latte, and our Pumpkin…
There is no hunger like a kid coming home from school. And in our house, that hunger quickly turns into hanger, so we always make sure to have a quick after school snack. It’s easy to just grab something prepackaged, but having a list of go to after school snacks ready makes the transition from…
If you’re looking for a quick, kid friendly treat that’s both delicious and fun to make, these Peanut Butter Banana Bites are the perfect answer! They combine the natural sweetness of bananas with creamy peanut butter and can be topped with anything from mini chocolate chips to colorful sprinkles. Best of all, they’re a no…
Caramel apples are a classic fall favorite, but let’s be honest—biting into a whole caramel apple isn’t always the easiest (or cleanest) treat. Plus, it ends up with the completely wrong ratio of apple to caramel – I eat all the caramel off first and then am left with a hard, sour green apple? That…
We love pizza Friday around our house. But honestly, I get burned out on pizza every week (do NOT tell my 3 year old this he will disown me). In an effort to switch things up without causing a pizza elimination riot, I like to try to do some twists on plain old pizza. If…
If you’re looking for easy, fast, and likely to not cause a tantrum by any member of the family – look no further. Ham and Cheese Sticks are a huge hit in our house. They’re warm, flaky, cheesy, and loaded with savory flavor—perfect for parties, game days, or a fun toddler lunch. The best part?…
Along with fall being the perfect time to do all the coziest baking (hi, pumpkin roll) and drink all the tastiest coffees (apple crisp cold foam, you’re the best!), it’s also one of my favorite times to go from letting my kids be feral yard rats to actually attempting to do some learning crafts inside….
Sometimes, when I’m feeling exceptionally crafty, I’ll walk through a store like HomeGoods, see something on the shelf and say, “Oh, I could make that!” and then, when I’m feeling exceptionally cocky, I’ll say “Oh, my KIDS could make that!” and then, we try. Sometimes it turns out, sometimes it doesn’t. But hey, it’s always…