Caramel Apple Fluff Dip

I decided to add the word "Fluff" to this luscious dip recipe I saw over at 

Holly's Life in the Lofthouse.

I think the fact is has added marshmallow fluff, sets it apart from other apple dips. 

You know Holly has the very best recipes...and the greatest photos too! 

I think we share taste buds. I love her simple dishes.  If you've not stopped by her blog before, you're missing out.  Please hop over there and tell her I said hello. 

Anyway - tis the season...for apples, and dipping.  I've wanted to make this terrific dip and was so glad I did.

It would be perfect for any fall party.  I drizzled some caramel syrup in a spiral over the top, THEN had to cut up my apples (what was I thinking!!!!) so it kinda all ran together by the time I took a photo.

This dip is light, creamy and thick too.  I sprinkled a few toffee pieces over the top, but you can opt not to do that, or sprinkle the toffee and not drizzle the caramel. 

You can even reduce some of the sugar if you want to make it a bit lighter.

Marshmallow cream IS fat free after all.  ;-} I used just a little less of that too.

CARAMEL APPLE FLUFF DIP

1 (8 ozs) pkg. (lite) cream cheese, room temp

1/4 c. packed brown sugar, optional

1/4 c. caramel ice cream topping

1 tsp. vanilla

3/4 - 1 c. marshmallow fluff 

3 green or red apples

In a medium bowl, beat cream cheese, brown sugar, caramel topping and vanilla together until smooth. (It's best to use a hand mixer). Add marshmallow fluff and beat on low until combined. 

To keep apples from browning, use:

1/2 c. water & 1 Tb. lemon juice, combined

OR

1/2 c. pineapple juice

OR

1/2 c. Sprite or 7-up

Soak apple slices for at least 5 minutes in your choice of solution.

After soaking, drain off the liquid and store them in a ziploc bag in the fridge. Squeeze as much air as possible before sealing. The apples stay fresh and and crisp this way. You'll be ready to enjoy this yummy dip any time.   And the kids can enjoy it for an after school snack! 

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3 Fabulous Fall Dishes {Blast from the Past}

If you're interested, here's a link to my Pinterest board entitled

Fall Ya'll....lots of pumpkin/apple recipes there, along with FUN fall ideas.

What a fun fall cookie to share...pretty dressed up I'd say. 

Delicious too. 

Payday Cookies

These li'l pumpkins are a hit everywhere....especially at Pinterest! Easy to make...only a few ingredients...adorable...tasty! Much like a buckeye...only 'dressed up' in disguise...=) 

Peanut Butter Pumpkins

Hey - how can you argue Pumpkin Pie for breakfast??? =)

This is good any time of the year but a great warm up during cooler temps. 

I love love love this dish! I can even eat it cold!

Pumpkin Pie Baked Oatmeal

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Hot Caramel Apple Cider

 This is a wonderful warming beverage to help you take the 'chill off' when the temps are dipping low.

It's simple to make.  You could even add this to your crockpot and let it simmer on low for a couple of hours.  

It's best to use cider, not apple juice.  Results are just not the same.  Cider isn't processed as much as apple juice.  Good cider will be cloudy....apple juice is clear. And it's sweeter than cider too.

I was out of whipped cream when I made this. (BOO HISS)  Whipped cream will only add more M-M-M-M!  YES PLEASE!

Thanks to Our Best Bites for this easy and delicious drink recipe. 

An impressive treat to share with company and your family will think you are wonderful when you serve this to them too.

 HOT CARAMEL APPLE CIDER

 1/2 gal. apple cider (8 c.)

1/2 c. orange juice, fresh squeezed or good quality bottled 

1 orange

8 whole cloves

2 cinnamon sticks 

1/4 tsp. ground allspice

1/3 c. jarred caramel sauce* (or more to taste)

optional: caramel flavored coffee syrup (like Torani)

sweetened whipped cream (or from a can) *May substitute maple syrup for the caramel sauce, if desired

Pour cider into large saucepan. Heat on medium high. Add orange juice, cinnamon sticks (make sure they're not old) and allspice. 

Wash orange, then poke whole cloves into it. (You can always poke with a toothpick before inserting cloves)  Gently drop the orange into the cider mixture. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to simmer. Simmer for about an hour. 

(If the orange pops open, remove it as it will add bitterness.) After an hour of simmering, add caramel sauce, and syrup (if using); stir until dissolved.

Ladle into mugs, top with whipped cream, then drizzle with caramel and add a sprinkle of cinnamon if desired.  Or just top with an orange slice for a simpler presentation.

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           Meal Plan Monday

You might also like the recipe for the 
Make Ahead Pull-Apart Sticky Buns
(they can be made up to 48 hours ahead!) 

 

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E-Z Slow Cooker Dinner Rolls

I've had this ready to go in my drafts for a very long while.  Just happened to see it again, so just HAD to share this fabulous idea with you!

I used frozen roll dough balls and 'baked' them in the crockpot.  You can also 'raise' them too! 

It worked so nicely, and my rolls even browned in the slow cooker?  Even if yours don't you can brown them under the broiler briefly before serving.

This really is an amazing concept and I love that it frees the oven up to bake other things. 

Perfect for a busy holiday meal...or when you don't want to turn the oven on!

SLOW COOKER DINNER ROLLS 

Thaw frozen (Rhodes) rolls or make your own dough. 
(Or do as Kelli does here at the Kelli's Retro Kitchen...she 'raises' the rolls in the crockpot from a frozen state too....it's almost magical!!) 

Line crockpot with parchment paper then spray with cooking spray. 

Place thawed shaped rolls about 3/4" apart inside crockpot, being sure they have room to expand. 

When ready to bake, place two paper towels over the top of the crockpot, before placing on lid, to catch the moisture. 

Turn crockpot on high and check the rolls after about 1 hour. (Since crockpots tend to cook differently, the time will vary - mine took about 1 hr. and 15 minutes). Rolls are done when they are set and no longer sticky.  Rolls should be soft.   Carefully remove from crockpot.

Brush tops with butter and if they are not brown enough, (mine were nice and brown) remove from crock and place on cookie sheet; broil until crust is browned. 

I baked 5 rolls inside my 3-qt. crockpot. Add rolls according to size of crock. 

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Weekend Potluck
Whatcha Crockin Wednesday


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Leader Enterprise - October 15, 2014 - Oatmeal recipes

Here's more awesome oatmeal recipes I talked about a few weeks back. I'm recovering from having a yard sale. We have downsized and hope to move into a smaller home in town in the next few weeks. Exciting (& weary!) times.

Oatmeal Cinnamon Scones

These scones are a special treat. Simple to make as you mix them in the food processor and drop them like biscuits. Cinnamon chips can be found in the store aisle beside chocolate chips. 

OATMEAL CINNAMON SCONES 

1 - 1/2 c. flour
1 -1/2 c. rolled oats
1/3 c. white or light brown sugar
1 TB. baking powder
1 tsp. salt
1 stick unsalted butter 

(if using salted butter,omit salt)
1 c. cinnamon chips or raisins
1 c. milk
1 Tb. sparkling sugar mixed with 1/4 tsp. cinnamon
NOTE:  There aren't any eggs in this recipe.  

Set rack in the middle of the oven and preheat oven to 450. Combine the dry ingredients in the bowl of a food processor fitted with a metal blade. Pulse 5 times at 1 - second intervals. Cut the butter into 12 pieces, add to the bowl & pulse until the mixture looks like fine meal - about a dozen times. Add cinnamon chips & milk; pulse 3 - 4 times to form a very soft dough.

Drop the dough, by large spoonfuls, onto cookie sheets that have been lined with foil or parchment paper, dividing evenly into 12 large scones. Brush the tops with a little milk and  sprinkle with the sugar-cinnamon mixture. Freeze for 30 minutes, which helps them rise higher. Bake 12 - 15 minutes, or until they are golden. Do not over bake as they will be dry. Freeze any extra scones. When ready to enjoy again - thaw and reheat in a  350 degree oven for several minutes.  

No Bake Cocoa Bars

NO BAKE COCOA BARS 

1 c. (natural) peanut butter 

2/3 c. honey (or agave nectar)

1/2 c. coconut oil (do not substitute) 

1-1/2 c. semi sweet chocolate chips 

2 c. old fashioned oats (not quick)

Line 9" X 13" baking pan with non stick foil (or spray regular foil with non stick cooking spray). In a medium saucepan, melt together peanut butter, honey and coconut oil.

Remove from heat;add chocolate chips.Stir until melted and smooth. Stir in oats until well blended.Refrigerate mixture until hardened, about 1 hour.Cut into bars;store leftovers in the refrigerator.Yield: 12-20 bars 

Here's a healthy option for you to enjoy.Love smoothies for an on-the-go way to begin the day.

OATMEAL COOKIE SMOOTHIE 

2/3 c. plain nonfat Greek yogurt

1/4 tsp. cinnamon

dash of nutmeg, optional

1/4 tsp. vanilla

3 Tb. (gluten free) oatmeal, or'regular'or old fashioned

1 Tb. pure maple syrup 

(may substitute agave nectar)

1/3-1/2 c. milk

1 Tb. raisins (or craisins)

dollop of Biscoff (cookie spread), optional

3 - 4 ice cubes 

Place all ingredients in the blender and whir until it's blended well & smooth, about 45 seconds. Adjust liquid for desired consistency. Enjoy! Yield: 1 serving

1-MINUTE HEALTHY DEEP-DISH BREAKFAST COOKIE 

1/4 c. oats

(I use quick)

2 Tb. (white) whole wheat flour

1/4 tsp. baking soda

1 Tb. brown sugar

1 Tb. (dark) chocolate chips 

(plus extra for topping if you want to splurge)

1/2 tsp. flax seed meal, optional

1/2 tsp. vanilla extract

1 Tb. peanut butter

3 Tb. fat-free plain (Greek) yogurt

In medium bowl, combine oats, flour, baking soda, sugar, chocolate chips and flax seed meal. Add wet ingredients: vanilla, peanut butter and yogurt; stir well until smooth. Spoon into a bowl, mug or ramekin lightly coated with nonstick cooking spray; microwave on high for about 1 minute. Begin checking at 45 seconds so you don't over cook. 

Can't Leave 'Em Alone Pumpkin Bars & Weekend Potluck #140

WELCOME TO ANOTHER WEEKEND POTLUCK PARTY! 

We're delighted you've joined us today...so excited about what you will share with us. 

AND...

This is an older post, but the taste stands strong! It is one of our own Tonya's recipes and I love them as much as she does!  These have a streusel topping that makes them irresistible.  Don't wait for Thanksgiving to try 'em.

Can't Leave 'Em Alone Pumpkin Bars

Now, let's take a quick peek back at last week...

The recipe with the most clicks was ~

Chocolate No-Bake Cookie Bars by Cooking with K

Recipes that caught our attention ~

Caramel Pecan Brownie Bites by Hot Eats & Cool Reads

Cake Mix Dinner Rolls by Our Table for 7

And, a personal favorite ~

Homemade Hot Chocolate Mix by Life with Garnish

Your hostesses ~

• The Country Cook~ Brandie
• Sunflower Supper Club ~ Kim & Julie
• The Better Baker ~ Marsha
• Frugal Family Favorites ~ Tabitha
• 4 Little Fergusons~ Tonya

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3 Sensational Squash Recipes {Blast from the Past}

Very similar to pumpkin bars, only you use winter squash.
I LOVE these moist bars!!...and their cream cheese frosting!

Winter Squash Squares

If you have followed my blog long enough, you'll know this dish is a very popular one...at my blog...and anywhere I serve it.  I won $100 for a side dish contest in American Profile publication for this gem.  Have been told it's

good enough for dessert! 

Popular Butternut Squash Bake

And last, but far from 'least'....this amazing dish sends me over the moon.

I can fill my plate and eat nothing else.  It's soo wonderful! Squash and apples are a perfect pairing. 

Baked Acorn Squash with Cinnamon Apples

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Peanut Butter Protein Smoothie (No Sugar Added)

 I love a quick and easy breakfast.  This treat is great any time of day...and I love that it has protein to keep me full!  I'm not fond of eating big portions of meat, but give me yogurt, cottage cheese or peanut butter and I LOVE it. 

And don't you just adore 'one line' instructions???  Can't get any easier....or quicker. 

This special drink recipe was found at Sugar Free Mom where Brenda shares many wonderfully tasty naturally sweetened foods.  Be sure to check her out. She shares nutritional stats for this recipe at the link above. 

PEANUT BUTTER PROTEIN SMOOTHIE (NO SUGAR ADDED)

1/2 c. 1% milk

1/2 c. lowfat cottage cheese

1 Tb. natural peanut butter (no sugar added)

(I added extra=) 

1 c. crushed ice

Optional: 1 scoop whey protein

2 droppers full liquid (vanilla or english toffee) stevia

(or 3 or 4 packets..to taste)

Garnish with carob nibs
(I shaved sugar free choc over the top)

Place all ingredients in your blender and blend til smooth. 

Yield: 2 servings - about 1 c. each

Linked to Weekend Potluck
GBP Roundup - Breakfast

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Healthy Peanut Butter Cup Smoothie

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No Bake Chocolate Chip Cookie Pie (Seriously Simple!)

You are NOT gonna believe how easy this recipe is! These kinds of recipes intrigue me sooo much that I can't resist making them.

Only 4 ingredients and.....

Your 4-year old could most likely put this dessert together!

Dunk store purchased cookies in milk...layer them in a graham cracker pie crust...along with layers of cool whip...

wait 8 hours (yep, that's definitely the HARDEST part) and you'll be amazed by the irresistible result! 

I thought I took a lot of photos of this pie??...this one's a bit blurry.  I took some of single pieces, but in my rush, I didn't realize they didn't show the layers like I wanted you to see....I'm still a rookie photographer in a lot of ways...thanks for putting up with me and my shadows, and blurs. *-* 

Thanks so much to Tracey at The Kitchen is my Playground for sharing this one with us at Weekend Potluck.  We seem to feature a number of her awesome recipes.  I love that she's a die-hard cookbook lover like me. She got this one from a local cookbook from her hometown.

NO BAKE CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIE PIE

1 (13 ozs) pkg. chocolate chip cookies (original, not soft & chewy)

(I used Keebler Chips Deluxe with peanut butter cups in them - 
Chips Ahoy work great too)

1 (9 ozs) prepared graham cracker pie crust 

1 c. milk

1 (8 ozs) container frozen whipped topping, thawed

Set aside 2 cookies to crumble over top of pie. 

Place milk in a cup. Dunk cookies (6 - 8 depending on size of pie crust), one at a time, in the milk and place in a single layer in bottom of graham cracker crust. (I dunked each for about 2 seconds...you don't want them to become soggy). Spread 1/3 of the whipped topping over first layer of cookies.

Dunk the rest of the cookies (8 - 10) for second layer (as you can see by the photo collage, I broke a cookie to 'fill in'); top with whipped topping. Crumble reserved cookies and sprinkle over pie. Cover and chill for at least 8 hours before serving.  It works best if you can let it set overnight in the fridge.

AH.MA.ZING dessert!!

Linked to Weekend Potluck

You might also enjoy these other no bake desserts...

No Bake Peanut Butter Pie

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Slow Cooker Spiced Cranberry Apple Cider & Weekend Potluck #139

WELCOME TO ANOTHER WEEK OF FUN AND YUM here at Weekend Potluck! 

We're so glad you've stopped by today...

AND...

This is a wonderful beverage for fall...and for the holidays too.

Let the slow cooker do the work for you and fill your home with an awesome fragrance....And only 5 simple ingredients!! 

Slow Cooker Spiced Cranberry Apple Cider

Now, let's take a quick peek back at last week...

The recipe with the most clicks with a link back was ~

Old Fashioned Meatloaf by Miz Helen's Kitchen

Recipes that caught our attention ~

Easy Caramel Apples by Served Up With Love

King Ranch Chicken Casserole by Five Heart Home

And, a personal favorite ~

Pumpkin Spice Blondie Bars by Kitty's Kozy Kitchen 

Your hostesses ~

• The Country Cook~ Brandie
• Sunflower Supper Club ~ Kim & Julie
• The Better Baker ~ Marsha
• Frugal Family Favorites ~ Tabitha
• 4 Little Fergusons~ Tonya

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