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Apple Cinnamon Muffin

January 2, 2017 by Dinner Tonight

Apple Cinnamon Muffins
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  • CourseBreakfast, Dessert
  • CuisineDessert
Servings
12
Servings
12
Apple Cinnamon Muffins
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  • CourseBreakfast, Dessert
  • CuisineDessert
Servings
12
Servings
12
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.

Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: apple, breakfast, cinnamon, dessert, kid friendly, muffin, muffins, snack, Snacks

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

Almond Butter Stuffed Dates

December 5, 2016 by Dinner Tonight

almond-butter-stuffed-dates-recipeThis quick and delicious recipe is perfect for any appetizer, snack or dessert at your next gathering. Almond butter stuffed dates provide just enough sweet but salty taste to satisfy any craving!

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Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: almonds, appetizer, appetizers, dates, dessert, recipe, snack, Snacks

Pecan Coffee Cake

October 3, 2016 by Dinner Tonight

Did you know that Texas’s state tree is the Pecan tree?  Texas produces approximately 60 million pounds of pecans every year. If they are stored properly, pecans are a great addition to several recipes and make a great snack year round. Check out this delicious and healthy dessert recipe to start using pecans in your food! This dessert is sure to satisfy your craving for something sweet!

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Did you know that Texas’s state tree is the Pecan tree? Texas produces approximately 60 million pounds of pecans every year. If they are stored properly, pecans are a great addition to several recipes and make a great snack year round. Check out this delicious and healthy dessert recipe to start using pecans in your food! This dessert is sure to satisfy your craving for something sweet!
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Servings
24 pieces
Servings
24 pieces
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Did you know that Texas’s state tree is the Pecan tree? Texas produces approximately 60 million pounds of pecans every year. If they are stored properly, pecans are a great addition to several recipes and make a great snack year round. Check out this delicious and healthy dessert recipe to start using pecans in your food! This dessert is sure to satisfy your craving for something sweet!
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Servings
24 pieces
Servings
24 pieces
Ingredients
  • 1 cup sugar
  • ½ cup nonfat greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 2 eggs
  • ½ cup 2% milk
  • 2 cup whole wheat flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoon butter
  • 1 tablespoon cinnamon
  • 1 cup coarsely chopped pecans
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  1. Begin by mixing sugar, milk, yogurt, eggs, and vanilla together until well combined.
  2. In a separate bowl mix together flour, baking powder and salt until well combined.
  3. Slowly add dry mixture to the wet mixture and make sure it is well combined.
  4. Pour into a greased 9x13 inch pan.
  5. Combine brown sugar, cinnamon and pecans and melted butter.
  6. Sprinkle evenly on top of the unbaked batter.
  7. Bake in an oven at 350 degrees for 30 to 35 minutes.
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Fro-Yo Blueberry Lemon Bites

September 12, 2016 by Dinner Tonight

We are celebrating Family Mealtime this month! Having meals and also preparing recipes together is a beneficial way to engage with your children. Try this chilled yummy recipe with your family….it is kid approved!

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Filed Under: Family Mealtime, Recipes Tagged With: blueberries, dessert, Desserts, kid friendly, snack, Snacks

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