Holidays Easy Recipes for Busy Moms https://balancingmotherhood.com/category/holidays/ Easy recipes for busy families. Tue, 12 May 2026 19:51:12 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://balancingmotherhood.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/favicon-96x96.png Holidays Easy Recipes for Busy Moms https://balancingmotherhood.com/category/holidays/ 32 32 Perfect Peach Pie Recipe https://balancingmotherhood.com/peach-pie/ https://balancingmotherhood.com/peach-pie/#respond Thu, 14 May 2026 04:01:00 +0000 https://balancingmotherhood.com/?p=63052 My peach pie comes out golden, flaky, and packed with juicy peach chunks every single time — my daughter asks for it by name every summer, and it never lasts more than a day. I cut the peaches into chunks instead of slices so they hold their shape in the oven, giving you a filling...

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]]> https://balancingmotherhood.com/peach-pie/feed/ 0 Copycat Dairy Queen Ice Cream Cake https://balancingmotherhood.com/copycat-dairy-queen-ice-cream-cake/ https://balancingmotherhood.com/copycat-dairy-queen-ice-cream-cake/#respond Tue, 12 May 2026 04:01:00 +0000 https://balancingmotherhood.com/?p=55291 I’ve made this Dairy Queen-inspired ice cream cake so many times, I’ve got the layers down to a science — creamy ice cream, that classic cookie crunch, and rich fudge in every bite. It’s my go-to for birthdays and celebrations because it turns out perfect every time and tastes just like the real thing, no...

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]]> https://balancingmotherhood.com/copycat-dairy-queen-ice-cream-cake/feed/ 0 Easy Buffalo Chicken Sliders on Hawaiian Rolls https://balancingmotherhood.com/buffalo-chicken-sliders/ https://balancingmotherhood.com/buffalo-chicken-sliders/#respond Thu, 07 May 2026 20:41:09 +0000 https://balancingmotherhood.com/?p=68994 My Easy Buffalo Chicken Sliders are layered with creamy, tangy buffalo chicken and plenty of melted cheese on soft Hawaiian rolls. The filling bakes up rich and slightly spicy, while the tops turn golden and buttery. This is the perfect 30-minute slider recipe for game days, parties, or an easy weeknight dinner. Chicken Buffalo Sliders...

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]]> https://balancingmotherhood.com/buffalo-chicken-sliders/feed/ 0 Easy Crack Chicken Pinwheels https://balancingmotherhood.com/crack-chicken-pinwheels/ https://balancingmotherhood.com/crack-chicken-pinwheels/#respond Thu, 30 Apr 2026 04:01:00 +0000 https://balancingmotherhood.com/?p=68589 My crack chicken pinwheels are made with my popular crack chicken dip as the base, so you know the flavor is already spot on. With just a handful of simple ingredients, they come together in under 15 minutes and make an easy, crowd-pleasing appetizer for game day, parties, or anytime you need a quick snack....

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]]> https://balancingmotherhood.com/crack-chicken-pinwheels/feed/ 0 Buffalo Chicken Pinwheels https://balancingmotherhood.com/buffalo-chicken-pinwheels/ https://balancingmotherhood.com/buffalo-chicken-pinwheels/#respond Tue, 28 Apr 2026 04:01:00 +0000 https://balancingmotherhood.com/?p=68579 My buffalo chicken sliders are made with my popular buffalo chicken dip as the base, so you know the flavor is already spot on. With just 8 simple ingredients, they come together in just 15 minutes and make an easy, crowd-pleasing meal or party appetizer. Buffalo Chicken Pinwheel Recipe Buffalo chicken is one thing I’ve...

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]]> https://balancingmotherhood.com/buffalo-chicken-pinwheels/feed/ 0 Coconut Pie https://balancingmotherhood.com/coconut-pie/ https://balancingmotherhood.com/coconut-pie/#comments Tue, 24 Mar 2026 04:01:00 +0000 https://balancingmotherhood.com/?p=61837 My recipe for homemade Coconut Pie skips the shortcuts and ditches the boxed pudding mixes. It’s made from scratch with real coconut milk, toasted coconut, and a velvety smooth filling that’s irresistibly rich and creamy. Trust me, you’ll taste the difference in every bite. Creamy Coconut Pie My recipe for Coconut Pie doesn’t get any...

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]]> https://balancingmotherhood.com/coconut-pie/feed/ 2 Crockpot Jalapeño Popper Dip https://balancingmotherhood.com/crockpot-jalapeno-popper-dip/ https://balancingmotherhood.com/crockpot-jalapeno-popper-dip/#respond Tue, 17 Mar 2026 15:26:29 +0000 https://balancingmotherhood.com/?p=67485 My recipe for Crockpot Jalapeño Popper Dip delivers the same bold, smoky flavor and smooth, creamy texture of traditional jalapeño poppers without all the work. It comes together quickly, melts evenly in the slow cooker, and never separates or turns greasy. Simple ingredients and easy preparation make this a warm and cheesy dip you can...

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]]> https://balancingmotherhood.com/crockpot-jalapeno-popper-dip/feed/ 0 Crockpot Grape Jelly Meatballs (3-Ingredients) https://balancingmotherhood.com/crockpot-grape-jelly-meatballs/ https://balancingmotherhood.com/crockpot-grape-jelly-meatballs/#respond Tue, 10 Mar 2026 04:01:00 +0000 https://balancingmotherhood.com/?p=67409 My rich and saucy Meatballs with Grape Jelly and Chili Sauce are unbelievably easy to make in the crockpot with just three ingredients. I swap the usual BBQ sauce for classic chili sauce, which gives the sweetness a deeper, tangier flavor everyone loves. These simple and delicious meatballs are the ultimate appetizer for parties, holidays,...

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]]> https://balancingmotherhood.com/whipped-feta-crostini/feed/ 0 Easy Spinach Balls https://balancingmotherhood.com/easy-spinach-balls/ https://balancingmotherhood.com/easy-spinach-balls/#respond Thu, 29 Jan 2026 05:01:00 +0000 https://balancingmotherhood.com/?p=66338 My recipe for Spinach Balls skips the long ingredient list and sticks to frozen spinach and a few pantry staples that bake into tender, cheesy bites. They’re easy to make, fun to serve, and work just as well as a simple side as they do for parties or game day. I also like that they...

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