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    Banana Chocolate Chip Cookies

    February 13, 2023 By Vicky 6 Comments

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    Are you a cookie lover always looking for new cookie recipes? Look no further than Banana Chocolate Chip Cookies! With their combination of sweet bananas and rich chocolate chips, these decadent cookies are the perfect balance of flavors and textures. So break out your mixing bowl and preheat the oven - it's time to make […]

    BBQ Pork Wontons Recipe

    February 9, 2023 By Vicky 5 Comments

    BBQ Pork Wontons Recipe is a new twist on fried wontons. Made with BBQ pulled pork in a wonton wrapper and deep-fried, they pack a nice kick.

    Valentine Glitter Hearts

    February 8, 2023 By Vicky Leave a Comment

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    Valentine Glitter Hearts are a fun kids' craft for Valentine's Day that little ones will love. You only need a few basic supplies, which you probably already have, so get the glitter and glue and create these with kids. When you're done with this, try our Valentine's Day Coloring Pages. Add a touch of Valentine's […]

    Valentine's Day Cards using Shaving Cream

    February 6, 2023 By Vicky 17 Comments

    We love to make shaving cream art. In the past, we made end-of-the-year teacher cards using shaving cream. With Valentine's Day right around the corner, I have had lots of Valentine's ideas bouncing around my head. I decided we should make Valentine's Day Cards using Shaving Cream. You'll love the marbled effect of the cards and […]

    Carrot Muffin Recipe for Kids

    February 3, 2023 By Vicky 21 Comments

    My kids don't like veggies, so I need to get pretty creative, as I did with these Spinach Muffins. Since those were such a hit, I decided to try different muffin recipes and add carrots instead of spinach. The result was this delicious Carrot Muffin Recipe for Kids (adults will love them too!). They are great […]

    Valentine's Day Mobile using Tissue Paper Hearts

    February 2, 2023 By Vicky 2 Comments

    One of our favorite ways to create art is to use tissue paper. We have used it for so many fun kids' activities such as Tissue Paper Turkey Craft and Coffee Filter Flowers Made With Tissue Paper. So when I was looking for a Valentines crafts, I used tissue paper as my inspiration. My kids […]

    Valentine’s Day Cookies with M&Ms

    January 26, 2023 By Vicky 5 Comments

    I just love cookie recipes that use M&Ms! Delicious from scratch and easy to make, these M&M cookies are perfect for Valentine's Day. Valentine's Day Cookies with M&Ms are a fun treat to make for loved ones on Valentine's Day. They have all the goodness of freshly baked chocolate chip cookies with the added treat […]

    Valentine Votive Candle Holders

    January 25, 2023 By Vicky 1 Comment

    If you're looking for a non-candy Valentine for the holiday, consider these Valentine Votive Candle Holders. The votives are really easy to make and are a great way to give a gift that was hand-made. This easy Valentine's craft is made with votive candle holders, Mod Podge and tissue paper. You'll also love these Bubble […]

    Kid Made Chocolate Covered Strawberries

    January 24, 2023 By Vicky 4 Comments

    Just 4 ingredients are needed to make these Kid Made Chocolate Covered Strawberries. This is one of those easy desserts that are perfect for making with little ones. This post about Kid Made Chocolate Covered Strawberries was sponsored by Bounty, but all opinions are my own. ⭐Why This Recipe Works 🥣Ingredient Notes 📋Step by Step […]

    Valentine’s Dessert Cheese Ball

    January 19, 2023 By Vicky 4 Comments

    Are you looking for a quick, easy and delicious dessert for Valentine's Day? Look no further. With this recipe, you can make a Valentine's Dessert Cheese Ball. It takes just 10 minutes of prep time to make this for your sweetheart or your guests. This no-bake dessert is a sweet and creamy treat and one […]

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    I’m Vicky, the founder of Mess For Less, sharing easy, family-friendly recipes. With over a decade of experience as a home chef and recipe developer, I create meals that bring people together and kid-friendly learning activities inspired by my background as a former teacher with a Master’s degree in education.
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