Thursday, February 5, 2026

Cherry Chip Cake

 


Photo source:  Maria's Mixing Bowl

"There’s something so nostalgic and fun about a Cherry Chip Cake. It’s a throwback to childhood birthdays and celebrations, but with a delicious homemade twist. We’re bringing together the sweet, juicy flavor of maraschino cherries, rich mini chocolate chips, and a light, fluffy cake for a dessert that’s every bit as pretty as it is tasty."  Comment from Maria's Mixing Bowl

Love this beautiful cake that is different and sounds delicious.  Cherries and chocolate are perfect together.

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Ghirardelli Brownie Mix Recipe

 


Photo source:  Food Lovin Family

"Chewy and fudgy, a box of Ghirardelli Brownie Mix makes delicious brownies. If you are looking for a fast way to make some of the best brownies, this Ghirardelli brownie mix recipe is the one for you. I have some important tips to follow to make sure your brownies turn out perfect every time."  Comment from Food Lovin Family

It makes sense that a Ghirardelli Brownie Mix would make a delicious brownie.  Love that it is semi-homemade to make it faster and easier.

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Black Forest Cheesecake

 


Photo source:  Maria's Mixing Bowl


"Black Forest Cheesecake
 is the ultimate showstopper dessert that combines rich chocolate, creamy cheesecake, and sweet cherries all in one indulgent bite. It’s everything we love about Black Forest cake, reimagined in decadent cheesecake form. Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or just want a dessert that wows, this one delivers."  Comment from Maria's Mixing Bowl

This is indeed a WOW dessert.  The photo says it all.

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Valentine’s Day Desserts from The Food Network

 


Photo source:  The Food Network

"The Food Network Kitchen team develops recipes, tests products, preps for Food Network shows, produces videos and social content, hosts events and much more. "Food Network Kitchen" is the marker of this team's inspiring, helpful and trustworthy content on Food Network.com.  Chocolate, strawberries, cheesecake and more! Who needs Cupid when you’ve got these recipes?"  Comment from The Food Network


Valentine's Day is not a happy holiday for me anymore, so these sweet treats are something I can celebrate all year long.

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Another Valentine's Day dessert collection from Bake or Break

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Manicotti

 

Photo source:  All Recipes

"This manicotti recipe makes a comforting dinner your family will love. The kids like to help stuff the noodles too! Delicious served with a crispy salad and garlic bread."  Comment from All Recipes

Manicotti is a delicious meal and I have not made it in years.  This semi-homemade recipe looks easy to make since jarred sauce is used.  In my opinion, the hardest part is stuffing the pasta with the cheese mixture.  Just use the smallest spoon you can find!

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Strawberry Shortcake

 


Photo source:  Dessert Now Dinner Later

"Sweet homemade biscuits, sugared strawberries, and fresh whipped cream is all it takes to make this classic biscuit strawberry shortcake recipe. It’s easy and delicious!"  Comment from Dessert Now Dinner Later

I was very happy to see that the biscuits in this recipe are made with butter, buttermilk and sugar.  I didn't have this recipe.  Yummy sweet biscuits!!  I can't wait to make these strawberry shortcakes!

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Air Fryer Fish Sticks Recipe (Homemade) and Frozen Fish Sticks UPDATE

 


Photo source:  Air Fryer World

"Our popular frozen fish sticks in the air fryer technique went viral because it’s one of quickest ways to re-heat fish sticks to be crispy. But if you have the time, it’s totally worth it to try to make homemade air fryer fish sticks. The hot circulating by air frying really creates a crispy crust on the fish that is delicious. The best part about this is that the fish is cooked tender and quick too. The flavors of fish sticks made from scratch is why we believe this is the best fish sticks recipe."  Comment from Air Fryer World

Since I already love those frozen fish sticks prepared in the air fryer, I am going to love the homemade version.

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ANOTHER RECIPE


Photo source:  Air Fryer World

If you want to prepare the frozen fish sticks in the air fryer . . .

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