Tag: SNACKS

Phyllo Dough Beef Rolls

Phyllo Dough Beef Rolls

Stuffed with seasoned ground beef and onions, these flaky phyllo rolls are a protein-rich treat you can enjoy as a meal, snack, or party appetizer. My whole family loves them just as much as I do—and honestly, anyone who loves pastry, beef, and finger foods read more

Chunky Guacamole

Chunky Guacamole

Let’s be honest—guacamole is already a classic, crowd-pleasing dip. But this chunky guacamole? It’s next-level. I love dips. They’re addictive, delicious, and simple to make. Plus, they’re perfect for any gathering. Whether it’s game day, a casual get-together, or just a snack craving, this guacamole read more

M&M’s and Chocolate Chip Monster Cookies

M&M’s and Chocolate Chip Monster Cookies

M&M’s and Chocolate Chip Monster Cookies

These M&M’s and Chocolate Chip Monster Cookies are such a fun twist on classic sugar cookies. While most recipes use peanut butter, I take a different approach.

Mine are based on the classic sugar cookie, giving them a soft, buttery texture. The sweetness from the M&M’s and chocolate chips creates the perfect balance for an indulgent treat.

They’re called “monster” cookies because they’re loaded with goodies, making them big, chunky, and colorful.

M&M’s and Chocolate Chip Monster Cookies

The combination of sweetness and a bit of crunch from the M&M’s, along with the melty chocolate chips, makes them a hit with everyone.

I love customizing them—you can throw in some nuts, pretzels, or different types of chocolate. This time, I added decorative candy eyes to make them spooky for the season.

These sweet treats are perfect for gatherings or just to surprise the family with something fun and festive. Do you have plans to bake them soon? I’m already looking forward to my next batch!

M&M’s and Chocolate Chip Monster Cookies

Freezing cookie dough is a great way to have fresh cookies on hand whenever you want them. Here’s how to do it:

  1. Scoop or Shape the Dough: After preparing the dough, shape it into individual portions—like cookie dough balls—or a log for slice-and-bake cookies.
  2. Flash Freeze: Place the dough balls or log on a baking sheet in a single layer and freeze for about an hour or until firm. This prevents the dough from sticking together.
  3. Store in a Freezer Bag: Once the dough is frozen, transfer it to an airtight container or freezer bag. Be sure to label it with the date.
  4. Baking from Frozen: When you’re ready to bake, you can either let the dough thaw in the fridge or bake it directly from frozen. If baking from frozen, just add an extra minute or two to the baking time.

Frozen cookie dough can last for up to 3 months, making it a convenient way to enjoy fresh cookies anytime!

baking treats for any occasion.

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Anna’s Chocolate Chip Cookies

Crispy Chocolate Chip Cookies

Chocolate Chip Cookies

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Cookie Sheets for Baking Nonstick Set – 3-Piece

Yield: 12 Large Cookies

M&M’s and Chocolate Chip Monster Cookies

M&M’s and Chocolate Chip Monster Cookies

Easy and tasty M&M’s and Chocolate Chip Monster Cookies

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Rest Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes

Ingredients

  • 2 sticks unsalted butter
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup lightly packed dark brown sugar
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 tablespoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
2 large eggs, at room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1.5 cup M&Ms, save some for decorations.
  • 1/4 cup decorative candy eyes.

Instructions

Making Dough:

  1. With an electric mixer, room temp. butter and sugars until well combined, about 30 seconds to 1 minute.
  2. Beat the eggs, and vanilla, until combined. Add to the creamed butter and sugar.
  3. Add the baking soda, baking powder, and sea salt to the flour, then beat on low speed just until combined.
  4. Add chocolate chips and M&Ms, then keep folding in until incorporated into the dough.

Resting:

  1. Now, using an ice cream scoop make cookie dough balls and place them on the baking sheet, then chill your dough for at least one hour in the fridge. After they chill you can place them in a ziplock bag and freeze. Give them time to rest! You can even do it overnight!
  2. Add a few M&Ms on top of each so they are visible.

Baking:

  1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. If you have a non-stick baking sheet you do not need to use parchment paper.
  2. Place cookies on the pan, about 8 at a time (9x12 baking sheet), creating a bit of room for them to rise.
  3. If they are larger (3 oz of uncooked dough) I bake them for 20 minutes, if they are regular-size cookies, 17 to 18 minutes at 350F or until the edges begin to turn golden brown. They will look underdone in the middle but while they are cooling they will continue to cook.
  4. As soon as you pull them out of the oven, and while cookies are still hot and soft add more M&Ms, chocolate chips, and eye candy on each cookie, that way they will look so much better.

Notes

You may add pretzels if you like cookies with extra crunch.

Nutrition Information:

Yield:

12

Serving Size:

1

Amount Per Serving:Calories: 503Total Fat: 26gSaturated Fat: 16gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 290mgCarbohydrates: 64gFiber: 2gSugar: 43gProtein: 5g

This data was provided and calculated by Nutritionix. Nutrition information isn’t always accurate, but we try our best.

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Banana Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffins

Banana Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffins

As I sit here writing this post, it hits me—if you told me years ago that pumpkin would become one of my favorite ingredients for baking, I’d never have believed it. I’ve always loved using sweet potatoes and carrots in baked goods, and while I’m read more

Pumpkin Choux Pastry with Chocolate and Vanilla

Pumpkin Choux Pastry with Chocolate and Vanilla

Cream puffs have always held a special place in my heart. Pumpkin Choux Pastry with Chocolate and Vanilla is so delicious and perfect for the fall season. Today, I want to take a step back and share something personal. I hope you’ll understand. If there’s read more

Turkey and Cranberry Sauce Sliders

Turkey and Cranberry Sauce Sliders

Turkey and Cranberry Sauce Sliders

To be completely honest, I don’t personally enjoy sliders with turkey and cranberry sauce. This kind of combination of savory and sweet flavors is not one of my favorites. I am aware, though, that a lot of people enjoy this combo.

Several bloggers have shared their variations of Turkey and Cranberry Sauce Sliders on social media, so I’ll be sharing my own take or a twist on the recipe. This is really uncomplicated recipe!

While turkey is typically used in these sliders, you could also use ham as an alternative. Ham and cranberry sauce make a delicious combination as well.

Turkey and Cranberry Sauce Sliders

It reminds me almost of honey ham with pineapple so we do have a mix of sweet and savory that work great together. However, since most of us have leftover turkey, utilizing that in this recipe is a great way to reduce waste.

Even if I’m not a huge fan of turkey and cranberry sauce sliders, I can still appreciate how inventive and different this food idea is.

We may make a tasty and creative lunch or dinner by repurposing leftover turkey and mixing it with cranberry sauce, possibly served with some wonderful hot soup.

Turkey and Cranberry Sauce Sliders

 

Whether you’re a fan of ham or turkey, these sliders surely be a light twist and alternative to the standard sandwiches.

Do you repurpose leftovers creatively or do you just eat the same thing for 3 days?

I have my share of unique ways to use leftovers such as Thanksgiving pizza made completely with leftovers even mashed potatoes and gravy. It was a flavor bomb!

Sliders:

You can use any sliders, of course, but Hawaiian are soft, sweet, and perfect for this.

Meat:

If you do not have leftover turkey, you can use oven-roasted turkey from the deli. That being said, if you like ham, use ham, or chicken.

Cranberry Sauce:

If you like me and do not want to use cranberry sauce, be my guest and try it with marinara sauce or honey mustard instead. It is so delicious!!

Topping:

i love using parsley and unsalted butter to brush it on top, as well as garlic powder. You can use freshly minced garlic too, or add a bit of Dijon mustard. Mustard and turkey just go so well together.

sandwich recipe with leftovers from thanksgiving

When you make these Turkey and Cranberry Sauce Sliders, please let me know in the comments or share it with me on social media such as Instagram or Facebook; @sandraseasycooking with the same hashtag #sandraseasycooking. 

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Ham and Cheese Skillet Sliders

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Yield: 6 SERVINGS

Turkey and Cranberry Sauce Sliders

turkey and cranberry sauce sliders recipe

Easy turkey and cranberry sauce sliders recipe made with leftover cranberry sauce and turkey

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes

Ingredients

Sliders:

  • 1 pack (12 count) Hawaiian sliders

Toppings:

  • 8 oz oven roasted turkey, (deli thick sliced if you don't have leftovers)
  • 1/4 cup cranberry sauce
  • 5 slices Swiss cheese

Top it:

  • 3 tablespoon unsalted butter
  • 1/2 tablespoons garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon dried parsley
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds *optional
  • 1 tablespoon poppy seeds *optional

Final topping:

  • 1 tablespoons melted butter
  • 2 tablespoons freshly chopped parsley

Instructions

    1. Preheat oven to 350F
    2. Cut the leftover turkey, or use oven-roasted turkey from the deli.
    3. Slice Hawaiian rolls across in the middle lengthwise.
    4. Spread a layer of cranberry sauce on the bottom of each slider bun, you can use more or less. 1/4 cup was enough for me but if you can use a bit more.
    5. Layer the turkey slices on top of the cranberry sauce. Add slices of cheese, then place the top of the bun over the cheese.
    6. Melt butter, then add parsley, sesame seeds, and poppy seeds, and brush all over sliders.
    7. Bake for about 12 minutes and up to 15 minutes. If it's getting too dark at the top cover them with foil or parchment paper until cheese melts completely.
    8. Take the out and drizzle a bit more butter on top and single with some chopped parsley.
    9. Enjoy them while hot!

Notes

If you do not like cranberry sauce you can use marinara sauce or honey mustard.

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Tasty Cream Puffs

Tasty Cream Puffs

Cream puffs are undeniably delightful treats that captivate the taste buds with their heavenly taste and delicate texture. These irresistible pastries, filled with luscious cream, are a true delight to savor and enjoy. As someone who is absolutely crazy about cream puffs, I can attest read more

Taco Biscuit Skillet Bites

Taco Biscuit Skillet Bites

Taco Biscuit Skillet Bites are not only tasty but super easy to make as well as a crowned pleaser. After making my Biscuit and Mozzarella Skillet Bites, I wanted to create something similar, but with so much flavor and flare. My family went crazy over read more

Biscuit and Mozzarella Skillet Bites

Biscuit and Mozzarella Skillet Bites

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Biscuit and Mozzarella Skillet Bites are a new family favorite treat. Biscuits can be used in such a wonderful and quick way when they are filled with cheese.

You can make your own or, like me, go the easy route and make these delectable bits using a can or two of Southern Biscuits.

snack food

Really, it’s not difficult to impress my family. They are content with just a little bit of comfort food every so often, and they truly loved these Biscuit and Mozzarella Skillet Bites.

When I was daydreaming about biscuits, it struck me: why wouldn’t I make something like biscuit with fresh mozzarella in a skillet but as little bites?

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Let me tell you, we cleaned a big skillet of these biscuit and mozzarella bites in less than ten minutes since it was so simple and delicious.

Although it may not be the healthiest option, we all attempt to eat something that makes us feel good within.

 Skillet Bites

My preferred method to make this biscuit with mozzarella is in a skillet, then after baking it serve with marinara sauce. This can even be included on your cheese board. Additionally, it’s ideal for any sporting event, such as a football social gathering.

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My family loves snacks, so you can absolutely serve biscuits with mozzarella with some deli meat like salami and cheese and dips in place of snacks and everyone will be delighted.

These Biscuit and Mozzarella Skillet Bites are Easy-Peasy Lem0n Squeezy!

 

Biscuit and Mozzarella Skillet Bites

 

I can’t wait to see your biscuit skillet versions. I will be posting more of  biscuit bites soon, but with different filling obviously!

If you decide to make this tasty and simple Biscuit and Mozzarella Skillet Bites, do not forget to tag me on social media.

You can find me on Instagram most of the time so use the tag @sandraseasycooking with the same hashtag #sandraseasycooking. If you are private you can DM me a pic.

YOU MIGHT LIKE THESE RECIPES:

Quick and Easy Pasta with Beef Sauce

Phyllo Triangles Stuffed with Cheese

Waffle Breakfast Board

Ham and Cheese Skillet Sliders

Fiesta Lasagna Skillet

Thank you all for your support!!!

Yield: Makes 16

Biscuit and Mozzarella Skillet Bites

Biscuit and Mozzarella Skillet Bites

You may serve these biscuit bites with pasta or as a delicious snack.

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 can of Southern Homestyle Biscuits, 8 ct., 16.3 oz
  • One pack of fresh mozzarella balls.
  • 2 to 3 tablespoons of unsalted butter
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp dried parsley

Instructions

  1. Each biscuit should be divided in half, then rolled out with a rolling pin into a circle.
  2. Place a cheese ball in the center, then close the biscuit to form a small ball over the cheese.
  3. Place in the well-seasoned skillet. Make sure to leave a few gaps between each biscuit. They will raise a little so this will give them room to expand.
  4. Melted unsalted butter that has been combined with garlic powder and dried parsley should be applied.
  5. Cook for 18 to 20 minutes, or until golden brown, in an oven that has been preheated to 375°F (190°C). After they have finished baking, you can brush some extra butter.
  6. Serve with any dipping sauce of your choosing.

Notes

You can use other herbs and seasonings if you wish.

Nutrition Information:

Yield:

6

Serving Size:

1

Amount Per Serving:Calories: 99Total Fat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 19mgSodium: 83mgCarbohydrates: 5gFiber: 0gSugar: 0gProtein: 2g

This data was provided and calculated by Nutritionix. Nutrition information isn’t always accurate, but we try our best.

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Carrot Cake Baked Donuts

Carrot Cake Baked Donuts

When it comes to sweet and tasty treats without spending too much time in the kitchen, these Carrot Cake Baked Donuts come to my mind. These are such incredible desserts, but also simple, versatile, and family-friendly. Now that we have Autumn here, baking is one read more