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Ham and Cheese Pancakes

December 6, 2023 by Dinner Tonight

Leftover ham? Perfect! Let’s make some savory ham and cheese pancakes for brunch.  This delicious recipe is ideal to make after a late-night holiday party, but best of all, it’s easy to make and will wow your guests.


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Ingredients
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 1/4 cups skim milk
  • 1 medium egg
  • 1/2 cup applesauce unsweetened
  • 4 ounces ham diced, no sugar added
  • 1/2 cup sharp cheddar cheese shredded, reduced fat
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  1. Clean hands and surfaces. Combine flour and baking powder in a medium-sized bowl.
  2. In another bowl, combine milk, 1 egg, and applesauce together.
  3. Create a well in the center of the flour mixture. Pour the liquid mixture into the middle and whisk. The batter will be thick.
  4. Fold in diced ham and shredded cheese.
  5. Heat a skillet or griddle to medium heat, and spray cooking spray before pouring batter.
  6. Use the ¼ of a measuring cup to scoop out the batter. Pour onto the hot skillet or griddle.
  7. Cook on each side for 2-4 minutes until golden brown.
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Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: breakfast, ham, kid friendly, pancakes, Pork

Cranberry Orange Bread

October 8, 2021 by Dinner Tonight

Our Cranberry Orange Bread is a delightful tangy dessert with enough crunch to start your fall senses!  This recipe is full of flavors that will also fill your home with the best baking aroma.


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Ingredients
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 3 Tablespoons honey
  • 1 cup fresh orange juice
  • 1/2 cup applesauce
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 Tablespoons orange zest
  • 1 cup fresh cranberries chopped
  • 2 Tablespoons unsalted raw shelled pumpkin seeds (pepitas)
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  1. Preheat oven to 350° F. Spray a 9x5 loaf pan with non-stick cooking spray.
  2. In a large mixing bowl add flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon, stir to combine.
  3. Add in honey, orange juice, applesauce, vanilla, orange zest mix until combined. Be sure not to over mix.
  4. Fold the cranberries and pour batter into the prepared loaf pan.
  5. Sprinkle pumpkins seeds over the top of the batter. Place in the center rack in the oven and bake for 50 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Tips:
  1. If fresh cranberries are not in season, use frozen unsweetened cranberries. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight before using.
  2. Store in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to a week. Can also be frozen for up to 2 months.
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Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: cranberry, dessert, Desserts, fall, healthy desserts, orange, winter

Rich Chocolate Cake

April 5, 2017 by Dinner Tonight

Rich Chocolate Cake a Dinner Tonight recipeThis rich chocolate cake recipe is made healthier by replacing fat with applesauce and Greek yogurt. It also makes a 9×9 inch pan, which means you don’t have a large amount of leftovers tempting you for days! A dusting of powdered sugar replaces traditional cake icing for a lower fat and sugar option, while adding a pretty topping to the cake.

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Ingredients
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 cup hot water
  • 1/2 cup applesauce
  • 1 egg
  • 1/4 cup fat free greek yogurt
  • 1/2 Tablespoon powdered sugar
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  1. Clean your cooking area and wash your hands.
  2. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Spray a 9inch square baking pan with non-stick spray.
  3. Combine flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, and baking powder.
  4. Stir in hot water.
  5. Add applesauce, Greek yogurt, and egg. Stir gently until mixed.
  6. Pour into pan and bake 25-30 minutes until cooked through.
  7. Dust with powdered sugar.
Recipe Notes

Rich Chocolate Cake Nutrition Facts Serving size (58g) servings per container 12 Amount per serving Calories 80 % Daily Value Total Fat 1 g 1 % Saturated Fat 0 g 0 % Trans Fat 0 g Cholesterol 15 mg 5 % Sodium 150 mg 7 % Total Carbohydrate 16 g 6 % Dietary Fiber 1 g 4 % Total Sugars 6 g Added Sugars 4 g 8 % Protein 3 g Vitamin D 0 mcg 0 % Calcium 33 mg 2 % Iron 2 mg 10 % Potassium 31 mg 0 %

Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: cake, chocolate, dessert, Desserts, Heart Healthy, kid friendly

Apple Cinnamon Muffin

January 2, 2017 by Dinner Tonight

Apple Cinnamon Muffins
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Ingredients
  • 2 cups cooked pinto beans drained, mashed
  • 1/2 cup margarine
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup applesauce
  • 1 egg
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla
  • 1 cup flour
  • 1/4 cup non-fat milk
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 2 teaspoons cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon allspice
  • 1 cup raisins
  • 1/2 cup walnuts chopped
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  1. Wash your hands and clean your work area.
  2. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
  3. Spray a 9X9 square baking pan with non-stick cooking spray or 12 muffin cups.
  4. Cream margarine and sugar in a bowl until light and fluffy. Add remaining wet ingredients.
  5. Mix in dry ingredients. Fold in the raisins and walnuts.
  6. Bake for 50 minutes for 9X9 cake or 20 minutes for muffins.

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Soft Pumpkin Spice Drops

December 19, 2016 by Dinner Tonight

santas-slimmed-down-pumpkin-spice-dropsPumpkin desserts aren’t only for the fall months! This recipe for Soft Pumpkin Spice Drops is a great way to use that leftover can of pumpkin puree. These tasty cookies are also a great way to help keep Santa slim and for everyone to enjoy a healthier dessert this holiday season.

 

 

 

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Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: cookies, dessert, Desserts, Holidays & Parties, kid friendly, pumpkin, Snacks

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