Thanksgiving Pie Trifle

By Nicely | November 18, 2021 |

THIS is how to remake your leftover pies, into to a fancy pie trifle. Or serve it on Thanksgiving for a new exciting way to eat dessert. Easy, delicious and a new treat. Our family loves to have a little slice of each pie, so this is a great alternative. A little of everything please!…

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Dark Chocolate Cream Pie

By Nicely | April 12, 2021 |

We really love PIE. So over the next few weeks, I thought I’d share some more of our favorites. Next up- this delicious one. Why not start with the chocolate? Chocolate makes everything better. Dark Chocolate Cream Pie 4 oz. cook n serve chocolate pudding powder 1/2 cup cornstarch 1 cup sugar 1/2 cup dark…

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Southern Apple Cake

By Nicely | September 25, 2020 |

This cake. THIS CAKE. Every fall I make this cake. And every fall I wonder why I don’t make it more often. It’s amazing. And even better the second day. Southern Apple Cake 1 1/3 cups vegetable oil 1 ½ cups sugar 3 eggs 2 ¾ cups whole wheat flour 1 tablespoon cinnamon 1 teaspoon…

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My Brother’s Pumpkin Scones w/ Studio 5

By Nicely | September 9, 2020 |

What’s my favorite fall treat? Without hesitation, these pumpkin scones. My brother gave me this recipe years ago, and it’s pretty fantastic. I won’t name any names, but two certain people in my family, ATE an entire batch minus the one I ate. And those TWO people loved every bite. So maybe the lesson is…

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Chocolate strawberry shortcake

By Nicely | June 15, 2019 |

This may be on repeat until my strawberry patch quits producing. 3 cups flour 1/2 cup dark cocoa powder 1 tbsp. Baking powder Pinch of kosher sakt 3/4 cup sugar 1 1/2 cup buttermilk 1/2 cup cold butter Sweetened heavy whipped cream Ganache Strawberries Preheat your oven to 420°. Prepare your chocolate biscuit. In a…

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Lemon Zucchini Bread

By Nicely | August 30, 2018 |

  I have a ton of zucchini- how about you! This lemon and zucchini dreamy dessert or breakfast or snack is the best. I don’t take these things lightly, it truly is. Happy baking.   Lemon Zucchini Bread   4 cups flour 1 tbsp. Baking powder 1 tsp. Baking soda 1/2 tsp. Salt   Whisk…

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Easter Sugar Cookies

By Nicely | March 28, 2018 |

  Toasted coconut, my favorite egg shaped candy, and a sprinkle of cocoa on top of Robin Egg blue butter cream frosting. Super easy additions to my favorite sugar cookie recipe. Just in time for Easter. Here’s the link for the BEST sugar cookie recipe… and always, be sure your frosting to cookie ratio is…

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Valentine Chocolate Cake- from Core 7 Fueled

By Nicely | February 1, 2018 |

Boy, have I got the perfect cake for you this Valentine’s Day. It’s super rich, and has a nice texture like fudge, plus it’s flourless…. and really pretty. Top it with fresh berries or flowers and it will be the centerpiece of your dinner or celebration.   Brian and I have always had dinner at…

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