Chicken Bites

I was looking for a quick and easy dinner idea when I found this one. I even think my kids will enjoy the Bacon Lovers Ranch, but if they don't I can just have them pick out their favorite flavor. This is so simple to do that I could even use partial dips and have several different flavors for one meal without any added stress. Isn't that what everyone needs? Less stress at dinner time! 

Bacon Lovers Ranch Chicken Bites by Ginger Nicole Miracle

Recipe:

2 small packges of chicken tenders, cut into pieces

1 package Party Time Mixes Bacon Lovers Ranch Dip Mix*

Instructions:

1. In a large ziploc bag, put in chicken pieces and package Party Time Mixes Bacon Lovers Ranch Dip Mix*.

2. Shake bag well to cover chicken.

3. On a greased cookie sheet, spread out seasoned chicken.

4. Bake at 350 degrees for 20 minutes or until chicken is cooked through.

*Use your favorite flavor of Party Time Mixes Dip Mix in this recipe.

Butter Cake with Caramel Cream Frosting

This cake is sinfully heaven! I love lighter frostings and this is the perfect light frosting. I don't feel as guilty when I have frosting made out of cream cheese and whipped cream like I do when its buttercream. This is so flexible too, you could use any flavor of PTM cocktail mix and change up what you top the cake with. What mix would you use?

Butter Cake with Caramel Cream Frosting by Christine Christy Perkins McComis

Recipe:

1 box butter cake mix (prepared as directed)

16 oz whipped cream

16 oz cream cheese, softened

1 package Party Time Mixes Caramel Cream Cocktail Mix

1 heath bar broken into pices

Instructions:

1. Bake cake according to directions and allow to cool completly.

2. Blend together cream cheese and package Party Time Mixes Caramel Cream Cocktail Mix until well mixed.

3. Fold in whipped topping.

4. Refrigerate for one hour.

5. Once and frosting are cool, frost cake.

6. Top with heath bar pieces.

Cracked Crab Salad

If you enjoy salad but not the dressing so much, check out this Cracked Crab Salad. It is so flavorful you won't find you need any dressing! If you did need something a bit extra, I imagine that you could add a bit of oil. But isn't it awesome to have a tasty and healthy meal, ready to go so easy?! This is a perfect summertime meal and you won't find yourself sweating in the kitchen getting it ready.

Cracked Crab Salad by Jennifer Cutcher

Recipe:

1 bag mixed greens salad

1 chopped baby arugula

1 chopped red onion

Shredded sharp and cheddar cheese (to taste)

1 lb imitation crabmeat

1 package Party Time Mixes Cracked Crab Dip Mix

Instructions:

1. In a large bowl combine mixed greens, baby arugula, red onions and cheese. Toss well.

2. In a separate bowl combine crab meat and package Party Time Mixes Cracked Crab Dip Mix. Mix well.

3. Serve salad with crab meat on top.

*This salad can be enjoyed without dressing because it is so flavorful!

Apple Pie Pancakes

I love breakfast! It is seriously my favorite meal of the day, especially when I can make something as delicious as Apple Pie. As an added bonus, sometimes I even make breakfast for dinner. It's always a treat and a dinner that my kids are guaranteed to eat! That is always a win in my book. Cutting down on the whining over what I have spent time making always makes me happy. The other thing I love about this recipe is that you could make any flavor of pancakes you want, there are so many delicious Party Time Mixes dessert flavors to chose from. You could make breakfast or dinner totally different every day for 2 weeks!

Apple Pie Pancakes by Brandi Colvin Drew

Recipe:

2 c instant pancake mix (just add water)

1 3/4 c water

1 package Party Time Mixes Apple Pie Mix*

Butter

Instructions:

1. Combine pancake mix and water. Stir until well combined.

2. Add package Party Time Mixes Apple Pie Mix* and mix well.

3. Melt small amount of butter on griddle or nonstick frying pan.

4. Pour a small amount of batter to form mini pancakes.

5. Flip when bubbly and almost dry on top.

6. Cook until golden brown.

7. Top with powdered sugar, syrup or caramel sauce. 

*Substitute your favorite flavor of Party Time Mixes Dessert Mix for your own unique pancakes.

Chocolate Pie

OMG! So much yum in so little time. This pie is so super easy and with 5 ingredients, it makes me one happy mom. I am serving this tonight has dessert because, why not?! Might even try to send a bit of the leftovers, if there are any, to school with the oldest tomorrow. I know that would totally make her day and its better than candy!

Creamy Chocolate Pie by Michelle Reyes

Recipe:

12 oz triple chocolate chip morsels

8 oz cream cheese

8 oz whipped cream

1 package Party Time Mixes Chocolate Cake Dessert Mix

9 inch Oreo Pie Crust

Instructions:

1. In a bowl add softened cream cheese and 1 package Party Time Mixes Chocolate Cake Dessert Mix. Blend with a mixer until smooth.

2. Fold in whipped cream and blend until well combined.

3. Pour into pie crust.

4. Sprinkle with triple chocolate chip morsels. 

5. Chill for 1 hour.

Snickerdoodle Cups

I love stuffed cookies! They don't get any better than Party Time Mixes stuffed cookies either. I actually like these ones better than the mall because the stuffing isn't so overwhelming sweet. It is a wonderful, fluffy, flavorful filling that won't leave your teeth aching! Plus I don't feel like I have overindulged like I do when I get frosting stuffed cookies.

Salted Caramel Snickerdoodle Cups by Sandy Claycomb

Recipe:

1 package snickerdoodle cookie mix, prepared as directed

1 package Party Time Mixes Salted Caramel Dessert Mix*

8 oz cream cheese

12 oz whipped cream

Cinnamon

Instructions:

1. Mix cookies according to package directions.

2. Grab muffin pan and flip it upside down, spraying the cups with non stick cooking spray.

3. Form cookie dough into balls.

4. Push dough around muffin cups, forming them into cookie "cups.

5. Bake according to package directions.

6. While cookies are backing mix together cream cheese and package Party Time Mixes Salted Caramel Dessert Mix*. Mix well.

7. Fold in whipped cream.

8. Once ingredients are well combined, refrigerate for two hours.

9. Once cookies are completely cooled scoop in dessert mix.

10. Sprinkle cups lightly with cinnamon.

*You can substitue you favorite flavor of Party Time Mixes Dessert Mix in this. 

Salted Caramel Cupcakes

Do you enjoy a bit of sweet and salty combined? Check out this delicious cupcake recipe! What's not to love about the classic combination of salt and caramel? This would be a perfect fall treat, or anytime really.

Salted Caramel Cupcakes by Brandi Colvin Drew

Cupcake Recipe:

1 package yellow cake mix

1 package Party Time Mixes Salted Caramel Dessert Mix

Icing Recipe:

1 can vanilla frositng

1 package Party Time Mixes Salted Caramel Dessert Mix

1-2 Tablespoons caramel syrup

Toppings (optional):

Coarse sea salt

Caramel syrup

Pretzels

Cupcake Instructions:

1. Prepare cake mix as directed for cupcakes. Mix well.

2. Add 1 package Party Time Mixes Salted Caramel Dessert Mix to cake batter. Combine well.

3. Bake according to cake mix directions for cupcakes.

4. Cool completely before frosting.

Icing Instructions:

1. In a clean bowl combine 1 package Party Time Mixes Salted Caramel Dessert Mix and vanilla frosting.

2. Stir in caramel syrup. Mix well. 

3. Place a decorative tip in an icing bag and fill with icing. 

4. Top cooled cupcakes with frosting.

5. Garnish with additional caramel syrup and sea salt if desired.

Raspberry Cheesecake

Who doesn't love flexibility. This pie is so super easy but what is even better is that you can substitute any of the dessert mixes in this recipe and top with the corresponding pie filling. All the ingredients are easy to keep on hand so when you get invited to a party or you just really want dessert with dinner, it is so easy just to pull out the ingredients and whip up a pie. You could even surprise the kids when they get home from school with this yummy treat. What flavor would you use?

Raspberry Cheesecake

Recipe:

1 package Party Time Mixes Raspberry Truffle Dessert Mix

9 inch Oreo pie crust

8 oz cream cheese

8 oz whipped cream

1 can raspberry pie filling

Instructions:

1. In a bowl combine Party Time Mixes Raspberry Truffle Dessert Mix with cream cheese. Blend until well combined.

2. Fold in whipped cream.

3. Fill pie crust with mixture.

4. Chill in refrigerator 1 hour.

5. Top with pie filling.

6. Garnish with chocolate syrup, chocolate chips or chocolate shavings if desired.

Pizza Pizzazz Meatloaf

Lately I have been in such a dinner rut. I don't want to cook, I don't want to plan, and I definitely don't want to go to the grocery store! But I discovered this recipe and realized I have all the ingredients for it so dinner might just be planned after all. I love when that happens. I think the only thing I don't have on hand is an onion but seeing as I'm not a fan of them anyways, it won't upset me to leave that out 😆 I love that the mixes have such a long shelf life, I can stock up and then use them whenever I find awesome recipes! What would be a good side for this? Maybe some garlic bread and green beans. What would you use?

Pizza Meatloaf by Cindy Dewald-Mitchell

Recipe:

2 lbs ground beef

4 slices of soft, crumbled bread

1 small diced onion

2 eggs

1/2 tsp pepper

1 jar spaghetti sauce

1 & 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella

1 package Party Time Mixes Pizza Pizzazz Dip Mix

Pepperoni slices (optional)

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

2. In a large bowl, combine meat, bread, 1/2 jar spaghetti sauce, onion, eggs, pepper, 1/2 cup mozzarella and package Party Time Mixes PIzza Pizzaz Dip Mix. 

3. Combine well, might be easiest to use your hands!

4. Once well combined, place mixture into a loaf pan.

5. Bake for 1 hour.

6.  Add leftover 1/2 of spaghetti sauce to the top of meatloaf.

7. Top with 1 cup mozzarella and pepperoni, if desired.

8. Bake an additional 10-15 minutes. 

Bacon Lover's Salad

Going to a party soon and need a quick side dish to bring? What about a snack for the kids when they come home from school? This dish makes sure the kids get a good dose of veggies! If you want to make it even healthier, substitute both the sour cream and mayo for equal parts 0% Greek yogurt, then you are providing a protein boost as well.

Bacon Lover's Salad by Rhonda Megill

Recipe

3-4 cups fresh baby peas (or broccoli)

1 cup sour cream

1 cup mayo

1 lb cooked, crumbled bacon

8 oz shredded or cubed cheddar cheese

1 package Party Time Mixes Bacon Lovers Ranch Dip Mix*

1 small red onion diced (optional)

Instructions:

1. Combine mayo, sour cream and package Party Time Mixes Bacon Lovers Ranch Dip Mix* in a bowl, stirring well.

2. Add in vegetable, bacon, and cheese.

3. Stir so everything is coated well.

4. Refrigerate at least 1 hour before serving.

*Any flavor of Party Time Mixes Dip Mix can be used in this.

Loaded Potato Dip Mix

Today's dip mix is the Loaded Potato Dip Mix. This Loaded Potato Dip will become one of your favorite things to use in the kitchen! Whether you are making a quick and easy dip, or using it to create some wonderful dishes, this will help you add flavor to everything. It makes a fantastic base for a nice, hearty soup, or a great addition to your potatoes, no matter how you prepare them. And if your potato salad needs a little bit of help, look no further! Get all of the flavors of a loaded backed potato without all the work! This mix tastes of cheese, sour cream, butter, bacon bits and chopped green onion.
What would you use this mix in? I want to hear your recipe ideas! 

Seasoned Oyster Crackers

I have a quarter auction this evening (I love QA's but I always end up doing more shopping then selling 😆). As I am getting everything prepared I couldn't help but think, "I don't want to take a dip/dessert mix!" Why? You may ask, because it is so stinking hot outside and I don't want to set up an ice bowl to nest the dip in to keep it at the proper temperature. I also don't want to deal with cups, spoons, pretzels or cookies to dip with. What am I gonna do? I want to have people sample how amazing these mixes with less work for myself (I am 22 weeks pregnant, everything is extra challenging lol) Then the light bulb went off 💡, seasoned oyster crackers! These things are the bomb and will be easy to transport and easy to hand out as samples! Normally I am sensitive to spicy foods but there is just something about Texas Ranch Dip seasoned oyster crackers that is super delicious. Now the real trick will be to not eat all the crackers myself!
These crackers would make an excellent after school snack, lunch side or even popcorn replacement at movie time. Its perfect because if you can't handle spice at all, any of the dip mixes would make an excellent substitution. Would you try a dip mix or a dessert mix with this?

Seasoned Oyster Crackers by Vicki Croddy DeWitt

Recipe 

1/2 c vegetable oil

16 oz oyster crackers

1 package your favorite Party Time Mixes Dip or Dessert flavor

Instructions

1. Pour oil and dip or dessert mix into a large zip-lock bag.

2. Add in the crackers.

3. Make sure the bag is sealed well and shake until all the crackers are covered. 

4. Pour crackers evenly onto a cookie sheet with sides.

5. Bake at 250 degrees for 15-20 minutes, stirring at 10 minutes.

6. Allow to cool and then enjoy!

Muffin Pan Cheeseburgers

I got inspired the other night for dinner and came up with this delicious dinner! It was very easy to make and I loved the size of the cheeseburgers. Perfect for little hands to pick up and makes portion control a bit easier. My oldest complained about it as soon as she took a bite, it was just the worst. And then the stinker proceeded to eat all of it, she just deconstructed it first. lol I will take it as a win since she actually ate dinner! Now to just work on all the complaining.

Muffin Pan Cheeseburgers by Rachael Belt

Recipe:

3 strips bacon

1 lb ground beef

1/2 package Party Time Mixes Bacon & Onion Dip

6 hamburger buns

3 slices America cheese

Pickles, ketchup, mustard

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. 

2. In a pan cook bacon, set to the side on a paper towel lined plate to drain. Once cooled, break into 12 pieces. 

3. Using the same pan from the bacon, cook the ground beef, adding the 1/2 package Bacon & Onion Dip.

4. Drain grease.

5. Spray a muffin pan with nonstick spray.

6. Press half a hamburger bun, cut side up, into each greased muffin cup.

7. Spoon hamburger mixture into each hamburger bun.

8. Top with pieces of bacon and a 1/4 piece of cheese.

9. Bake at 350 for 5-7 minutes, until cheese is melted. 

10. Top with your favorite hamburger toppings. 

Banana Chocolate Cupcakes

Working on recipes and this one is amazing and, my favorite, simple! You could substitue any number of flavors for the banana mix for this one. You could even substitute the chocolate cake mix for vanilla. If you swapped for vanilla and added another mix into the cake batter the flavor would stand out even more. I keep thinking about Cotton Candy, probably because that is one of my favorites! I love having all of these beautiful recipes shared with everyone. If you have a recipe you would like shared let me know!

Banana Chocolate Cupcakes by Brandi Colvin Drew

Recipe:

1 chocolate cake mix (prepared as directed)

1 can vanilla frosting

1 package Party Time Mixes Banana Cream Pie Dessert Mix

Instructions:

1. In a bowl combine frosting and package Party Time Mixes Banana Cream Pie Dessert Mix. Mix well with a mixer.

2. Set aside to let flavors combine.

3. Bake cake as directed for cupcakes. (You can add in an extra package Party Time Mixes Banana Cream Pie Dessert Mix to the cake batter to up the flavor!)

4. Once cupcakes have cooled completely, mix up your frosting again for 4-5 minutes.

5. Frost cupcakes.

6. Decorate with a drizzle of chocolate syrup, sprinkles or fresh banana.

Caramel Taffy Apple

Holy Smokes, Batman! Can anyone say YUMMY?! If you love caramel and apples this is the dessert for you! Besides the delicious flavors in this pie it is sooooo easy to make! That is always what the order that recipes grab my attention, what flavor is it and how easy is it to make. Only a handful of ingredients? Even better, its like a triple win!
I'm thinking this pie might make the perfect treat for when my brand new kindergartener comes home from school for the first time! Nothing like a sugar rush to pile on top of what is hopefully a very exciting day 😂 I can't believe it's already almost time for her to start all day school soon! I remember when I started school those heading into K only went half days. But, I think she will be a rockstar at school. My oldest is such a social butterfly (most of the time!).  Not only will she love this Caramel Taffy Apple Pie but I might just save making it until she is actually home. I won't have to worry about huge messes with this one and we can serve it after dinner.

What are your favorite recipes for treats or even healthy after school snacks? I would love to blog about them and incorporate Party Time Mixes into your mix! If you are interested in trying out any of the recipes on my blog, contact me today about hosting a party and earning mixes for free!

Caramel Taffy Apple Pie by Customer Cindy Mitchell

Recipe: 

8 oz cream cheese

8 oz whipped cream

1 package Party Time Mixes Taffy Apple Dessert Mix

1 can of apple pie filling

1/2 cup chopped peanuts

Caramel Sauce

1 premade graham cracker pie crust

*Fresh sliced apple for garnish, if you choose. 

Instructions:

1. In a bow mix together cream cheese and package Party Time Mixes Taffy Apple Dessert Mix. Mix until well combined.

2. Fold in whipped cream.

3. Refrigerate for 2 hours.

4. In pie crust, pour apple pie filling and sprinkle with 1/2 of the peanuts.

5. For the next layer, evenly spread the Taffy Apple mixture on top.

6. Garnish the top with remaining peanuts, caramel topping and fresh sliced apples*.

Banana Cheesecake Bites

Are you looking for a fun snack to give to the kids? Maybe you have a party coming up and you need something different to try. Check out these Banana Cheesecake Bites! They are simple delicious and with only 5 ingredients, they are very easy to make as well. If you want to mix up the flavor some you could make these as a Strawberry or Chocolate dessert as well. Maybe you are looking for a different flavor combination, like Royal Hawaiian or even Cotton Candy! There are so many options to choose from. What dessert mix would you choose? 

Banana Cheesecake Bites by Candace Visocsky-Flumerfelt 

Recipe:

8 oz cream cheese

8 oz whipped cream

Bananas

Vanilla Wafters 

1 package Party Time Mixes Banana Cream Pie Dessert Mix

Instructions:

1. In a bowl combine 8 oz cream cheese and 1 package Party Time Mixes Banana Cream Pie Dessert Mix with a hand mixer.

2. Fold in whipped cream to the mixture.

3. Place in the refrigerator for 2 hours to firm up and release the full flavor potential.

4. Once mixture has been chilled set out vanilla wafers on a lined cookie sheet or inside cupcake liners.

5. Slice bananas and place a slice on top of each wafer.

6. On top of the banana put a layer of Party Time Mixes Banana Cream Pie Dessert Mix.

7. Finish off the top with half a slice of banana.

8. Enjoy immediately. 

Garlic Galore Pork Chops

I am all for easy dinners, and it can't get much easier than this delicious pork chop dinner. Not only is it a win because my hubby loves pork chops, but it's a win for me because I only have to spend a minimal amount of time in the kitchen! Fry up some chopped up potatoes alongside your pork and heat up some frozen dinner rolls and dinner is complete. I might have to whip up some mac n' cheese for the kids but that is super easy to do as well. I love when dinner comes together in just a few steps. Another winning bonus is the fact that if I am not in the mood for Garlic Galore I can pick any other flavor of dip! You don't even have to worry about storing the leftover dip mix because these dips come double sealed and the main packaging has a resealable closure. 

 Garlic Galore Fried Pork Chops by Mikayla Vance Jeppesen 

Recipe:

Pork Chops

2 Tablespoons flour

2 Tablespoons Party Time Mixes Garlic Galore Dip Mix*

Fry Oil

Instructions:

1. Preheat oil in a frying pan. 

2. In a shallow dish combine the flour and Party Time Mixes Garlic Galore Dip Mix, mix well.

3. Coat both sides of the pork chops in the flour mixture.

4. Place coated pork chop in frying oil, cook until well done. 

*Any flavor of Party Time Mixes Dip Mix can be substituted in this recipe!