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    Pink DIY Hot Chocolate Bombs

    January 15, 2021 By Vicky 5 Comments

    Hot cocoa bombs are all the rage right now. Why, when you can just make some hot chocolate using a powder mix from a packet? Well, you could, but it totally wouldn't be as fun! Hot chocolate bombs can be pricey to buy, if you can find them, as most places are sold out. Luckily, […]

    Instant Pot Red Baked Potatoes

    January 13, 2021 By Vicky 5 Comments

    Have you used your Instant Pot to make potatoes? If not, let me convince you to try it with this simple Instant Pot Red Baked Potatoes recipe. Potatoes in the Instant Pot are one of the best side dishes. They turn out fluffy and delicious in a fraction of the time they would take in […]

    Love Bug Valentine's Craft

    January 8, 2021 By Vicky Leave a Comment

    With Valentine's Day right around the corner, I thought I would share a fun Valentine's craft with you. This craft is great to make with your kids as you are munching on some Valentine's candy. This Love Bug Valentine's Craft is a whimsical way to share the love! For more Valentine's fun check out our […]

    Easy Hot Chocolate Truffles

    January 5, 2021 By Vicky 5 Comments

    I love easy desserts and the creamy taste of truffles, but I don't want to spend a lot of time making them, so these Easy Hot Chocolate Truffles really hit the spot. When you think of truffles, you think of a decadent treat. You may also think that something so delicious would take a lot […]

    Blueberry Keto Fat Bomb Recipe

    December 29, 2020 By Vicky 4 Comments

    This Blueberry Keto Fat Bomb Recipe adds the flavors of blueberries and coconut to a traditional fat bomb. It is one of those keto recipes you will make again and again. At 3 net carbs per fat bomb, they are the perfect keto snack! Fat bombs are small snacks made mostly of fat. They are […]

    Easy Christmas Fudge

    December 11, 2020 By Vicky 6 Comments

    Are you looking for homemade candy recipes? One of my favorite desserts to enjoy during the holiday season is a delicious fudge recipe. This Easy Christmas Fudge comes together quickly and only needs 3 ingredients. Whether you make it for your family to enjoy or for gifting to special people, delicious fudge is always appreciated. […]

    Christmas Cake Mix Cookies

    December 8, 2020 By Vicky 6 Comments

    One of my favorite things about Christmas is cookie baking! Are you with me? Every year, I like to try a few new cookie recipes. This recipe for Christmas Cake Mix Cookies is one of my favorites yet. It is so easy, needing just a few ingredients. No one will know it only took 15 minutes […]

    Lemon Cake Mix Cookies

    December 2, 2020 By Vicky 4 Comments

    Have you tried making Lemon Cake Mix Cookies yet? They are super popular right now and with good reason! All you need is cake mix, eggs and oil to make the easiest cookie recipe ever. You can make this recipe with a variety of cake mixes depending on the flavor of cookies you are interested […]

    Zucchini Pecan Bread

    November 25, 2020 By Vicky 6 Comments

    This Zucchini Pecan Bread one of those easy bread recipes that is perfect to make with kids. Kids like to help out in the kitchen and they will really enjoy the taste of this sweet and good-for-you bread. Plus, they will be getting some more veggies in their diet, which is never a bad thing. If […]

    Monte Cristo Sandwich

    November 20, 2020 By Vicky 4 Comments

    I love a good Monte Cristo sandwich, but it can be labor-intensive to make. What do you do when you don't have the time to make sandwich recipes, but you still want to enjoy the flavor of a Monte Cristo? You use a few simple shortcuts to make an easy Monte Cristo Sandwich. Let me […]

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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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