Tag Archives: fall

Easy Pumpkin Cupcakes with Cinnamon Cream Cheese Buttercream

Posted on October 25, 2022 by swellkid recipes

Does it count as homemade if you use a cake mix? Yes. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Line a 24-cup cupcake tin with paper liners and spray it with cooking spray. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cake … Continue reading →

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Harvest Moon Pies

Posted on October 1, 2018 by swellkid recipes

Who doesn’t love an ice cream sandwich?  These pumpkin and spice moon pies are the perfect treat for fall.  Thanks to my husband Harley for the catchy title. 2 eggs 2 C. brown sugar 1 C. vegetable oil 2 C. … Continue reading →

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Apple Fritters

Posted on September 26, 2016 by swellkid recipes

Apple Fritters I love making breakfast on the weekends, but I was getting tired of the same old pancakes.  These fritters made a great change of pace.  They are a cinch to make.  All it is is a pancake batter … Continue reading →

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Mini Pumpkin Cheesecakes In Mason Jars

Posted on October 18, 2015 by swellkid recipes

These are so yummy and easy to make!  They can be made the day before and stored in the fridge.  What a great dessert for a dinner party, your guests will be surprised and delighted by these.  Makes 8. 2 … Continue reading →

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Pumpkin Bread

Posted on September 29, 2015 by swellkid recipes

Fall is in the air, and that means time for pumpkin bread.  The aroma that fills your house when this bread is in the oven is enough reason to bake it.  It tastes pretty good too. 2 C. sugar 1 … Continue reading →

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A Kidcentric Halloween Party

Posted on October 9, 2014 by swellkid recipes

  Last year this party was a highlight of our fall season.  I’d love to repeat it, but until then I will make do with reposting it. One of the best things for me about having kids is being able … Continue reading →

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Freeform Apple Pie

Posted on September 30, 2014 by swellkid recipes

       This is my 500th blog post!    I love to make this type of pie.  It’s great for small dinner parties and it bakes in half the time of a regular pie.  The freeform crust gives it a nice … Continue reading →

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Spiced Moroccan Yams

Posted on November 22, 2013 by swellkid recipes

Canned yams are a thing of the past and should remain there.  Here is an easy, delicious, updated version for your Thanksgiving table sans marshmallows.  Serves 6 1/2 C. pitted dates, quartered 1 C. dried apricots, quartered 1/4 t. saffron … Continue reading →

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Skillet Apple Cake

Posted on November 9, 2013 by swellkid recipes

A quick and easy cake that’s perfect for an afternoon snack with a cup of tea.  Dress it up for dessert with a little vanilla ice cream. 10 T. butter, divided 2 large apples, such as granny smith, cored and … Continue reading →

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A Kidcentric Halloween Party

Posted on October 21, 2013 by swellkid recipes

  One of the best things for me about having kids is being able to make my own childhood fantasies come true.  As a child, it was always very important to me that things in my life were the “way … Continue reading →

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