Dessert Recipes

The season of trimming trees, lighting menorahs, and singing Christmas carols is upon us. But it’s also a time when families come together to carry out their own unique traditions. We asked Baby Gizmo readers to share their favorite holiday traditions with us, and we are sharing some of our favorites with you! Perhaps they’ll …

This morning I was on FOX Good Day Chicago doing a “Kid Crafts to Use as Gifts” segment. Since TV segments are short, we couldn’t do full tutorials on how to make each craft. If you’d like to make one of the featured crafts this holiday, all the crafts are listed below with  links to full, in-depth …

Ever have those days that you want to whip up a batch of homemade cookies but can’t decide what kind. Do you want good, old, reliable chocolate chip cookies? But what about a double chocolate chip cookie? Or you could really go for a delicious peanut butter cookie? Yep, me too. Good thing that I’m …

If you’re planning a party, then today is your day- I’ve rounded up 10 great party favors from Pinterest that are sure to be a hit with your party guests! Party favors are a sweet and thoughtful way of thanking your guests for coming to the party, and they are also a great excuse to …

We thought we’d take a temporary break from Halloween desserts (for just a day!) and feature a delicious cookie that can be enjoyed all year round. This is my go-to cookie for holiday cookie exchanges, fancy parties or just family get-togethers that people demand peanut butter and chocolate. Yes, my family demands things like peanut …

Halloween is almost here and that means candy, costumes, and Halloween cupcakes. Hollie has shared some great Halloween treats here and here,  and we thought it was time to share some fun cupcakes recipes that would be perfect to make with your kids. Pass these out to family, friends, and neighbors, or take them to …

Whether you’re going dairy free to aid your digestion or calm a nursing baby’s tummy, it’s always a good idea to store away dairy free options. This smoothie is one of my absolute favorites – sweet with no added sugar and the perfect kick start to my busy mornings or to calm a hungry tummy …

Obviously the best part of Halloween is the candy right? That’s what I thought. Besides all the candy you, I mean your KIDS, are going to rack up, there’s always time to make Halloween treats, too. Today I’ve rounded up a list of some must make treats. From brownies to cookies, to homemade candy corn, …

Believe it or not, folks, Halloween is right around the corner! That means it’s time to start thinking about Halloween costumes for our little ones. Choosing costumes for my twin boys is always extra fun because I like to put them in coordinating outfits that fit their personalities. For their first Halloween, when they were …

We’ve all heard the saying “An apple a day keeps the Doctor away” so why is that? According to Wikipedia Preliminary research suggests that apples may reduce the risk of colon cancer, prostate cancer and lung cancer.Apple peels contain ursolic acid which, in rat studies, increases skeletal muscle and brown fat, and decreases white fat, …

Did you know that today is International Chocolate Day? That means we should eat nothing but chocolate today, right?! Okay, maybe not but it is like chocolate’s birthday and we should celebrate it! I’m a big fan of chocolate. I would bathe in chocolate if I could. (TMI?) It’s one of those things that if …

When I was little I was always told to eat my carrots to keep my vision perfect because “you’ve never seen a rabbit wearing glasses, have you?” Did you get fed that gem of a line? Regardless of whether or not carrots are actually good for your vision, they are pretty delicious and can be …