- The snack desserts I bake when cravings hit😉
M&M and White Choc. Chip Cookies (photo page 2)
Ingredients:
1 cup butter (melted)
1/4 cup sugar
3/4 cup brown sugar
1 tsp vanilla
2 eggs
1 tsp baking soda
1 (3 oz.) box instant vanilla pudding
M&Ms and White Choc. Chips (however many you like)
2 1/2 cups flour
Instructions:
Mix all ingredients together. Drop with a cookie scoop onto a cookie sheet. Bake at 350°F for about 10 min. (Do not overbake) You want them to be soft amd chewy😊
-You can also use chocolate chips to make these cookies instead of m&ms, these are a favorite of ours because of how soft and chewy they are. They are also so simple to make and don't take long to make.
Peanut Butter Dream Bars (photo page 3)
Crust:
1 cup oatmeal
3/4 cup flour
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/2 cup butter (melted)
Filling:
2 cans sweetened condensed milk
1/2 cup peanut butter
1 cup m&ms (you can also add Choc chips)
Instructions:
Mix crust ingredients together (this will be crumbs). Press into a 9×13 baking dish. Bake at 350°F for 10 min.
For Filling: Mix together sweetened condensed milk and peanut butter. Spread on top of partly baked crust. Top with M&Ms. Bake for an additional 12-15 min.
-If you like peanut butter you will not regret trying these out. (you can even add more peanut butter if desired) SO DELICIOUS!!
Smores Cookies (photo page 4)
ingredients:
1/2 cup butter
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup brown sugar packed
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 large egg
1 ⅔ cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips (can also use chocolate chunks)
1/2 cup mini marshmallows
1/4 cup graham cracker crumbs
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 350 F.
Microwave the butter for about 40 seconds.
Whisk until the butter is completely melted.
Add the sugars, and mix until well-combined.
Stir in vanilla and egg until incorporated.
Add the flour, baking soda, and salt.
Mix dough until just combined. Dough should be soft and a little sticky but not overly sticky.
Stir in chocolate chips, mini marshmallows, and graham cracker crumbs.
Scoop out tablespoons of dough (medium cookie scoop) and place 2 inches apart on baking sheet.
Bake for 10-15 minutes, or until cookies are set. They will be puffy and still look a little underbaked in the middle.
-These are so delicious and chewy! A great sweet snack to eat with a hot cup of coffee or hot chocolate☺️
*I would love to know if you tried any of these sweet baked snacks🥰
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When those sweet cravings hit, having quick and easy dessert recipes on hand can be a lifesaver. One of my favorite go-to treats is making M&M and White Chocolate Chip Cookies. The combination of colorful candy-coated chocolates and creamy white chocolate chips creates a delightful contrast both in flavor and texture. The use of instant vanilla pudding mix in the dough is a secret trick that keeps the cookies soft and chewy, preventing them from getting hard after baking. I always make sure not to overbake them, as pulling them out while slightly underdone inside ensures a melt-in-your-mouth experience. For peanut butter lovers, the Peanut Butter Dream Bars are an absolute must-try. The oatmeal-based crust baked until golden provides a hearty base that supports the rich, velvety filling made from sweetened condensed milk and peanut butter. Topping these bars with colorful M&Ms not only adds a fun crunch but also a burst of sweetness. Adding a bit more peanut butter to the filling is a great customization option for those wanting an extra dose of that nutty goodness. These bars are especially rewarding because they bring together the comforting flavors of peanut butter and sweetened condensed milk in every bite. S'mores Cookies bring the classic campfire treat indoors. Combining semisweet chocolate chips, mini marshmallows, and graham cracker crumbs into cookie dough replicates that nostalgic s’mores taste beautifully. Baking the cookies until they’re puffed and slightly underbaked in the center helps maintain gooey melted marshmallows and soft textures. These cookies pair wonderfully with a warm drink like coffee or hot chocolate, making them perfect for cozy evenings at home. In my experience, these recipes are not only easy to make, but they also satisfy a wide range of sweet tooth cravings, from chocolate lovers to peanut butter fans. The ingredients are common pantry staples, so you likely have everything ready to bake at a moment's notice. Plus, baking these snacks can be a calming and rewarding activity, especially when sharing freshly baked goodness with family or friends. Give them a try and adjust the mix-ins to suit your taste—like swapping M&Ms for chocolate chips or adding a pinch of cinnamon to the cookie dough for warmth. Whatever way you enjoy them, these snack desserts are sure to become favorites during those craving moments.