Cinnamon Orange Marmalade Swirl Bars

There’s always a way to use leftovers. Always a way to create a sweet treat – or a treat of any kind. Always. Cinnamon Orange Marmalade Swirl Bars 1 cup vanilla wafers 4 Tbs. butter, melted 6 oz. cream cheese, softened 6 oz. sour cream 2/3 cup powdered sugar 1/2 tsp. vanilla extract 1 cup…

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Chocolate Cherry Brandied Raisin Cinnamon Pie

As a teenager, I fondly remember the week of summer camp. Capture the Flag in the woods, all night cabin escapades, and fond memories of sunrise hikes flood my mind. I also remember the camp store. This is where we were able to buy snacks each afternoon. Traditionally, my afternoon snack has consisted of an…

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Orange Vanilla Clove Cheesecake Bars

The night I pulled together the Vanilla Fig Rosemary Cheesecake Bars, I was asked to make something just as special for a work function the following Monday. Of course, I obliged. We brainstormed for a few moments – actually, I thought out loud. And then, this happened. Orange Vanilla Clove Cheesecake Bars 1 cup shortbread…

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Vanilla Fig Rosemary Cheesecake Bars

A tempting treat – full of the flavors and aromas of Christmas. Are you ready? Vanilla Fig Rosemary Cheesecake Bars Vanilla Fig Rosemary Cheesecake Bars 1 pkg. Pepperidge Farms Bordeaux cookies 8 Tbs. butter, melted 8 oz. cream cheese, room temperature 6 oz. mascarpone cheese, room temperature 2/3 cup powdered sugar 1/2 tsp. vanilla extract…

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