Holidays Easy Recipes for Busy Moms https://balancingmotherhood.com/category/holidays/ Easy recipes for busy families. Thu, 07 May 2026 20:44:36 +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 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/crockpot-grape-jelly-meatballs/feed/ 0 Whipped Feta Tomato Crostini https://balancingmotherhood.com/whipped-feta-crostini/ https://balancingmotherhood.com/whipped-feta-crostini/#respond Tue, 24 Feb 2026 05:01:00 +0000 https://balancingmotherhood.com/?p=67073 My recipe for Whipped Feta Tomato Crostini makes an impressive and ridiculously tasty appetizer that works for everything from casual get togethers to holiday spreads. The whipped feta is smooth and creamy, the tomatoes are fresh and juicy, and the crispy crostini hold up without getting soggy. I got the inspiration for this recipe from...

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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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]]> https://balancingmotherhood.com/easy-spinach-balls/feed/ 0 Nashville Hot Chicken Dip https://balancingmotherhood.com/nashville-hot-chicken-dip/ https://balancingmotherhood.com/nashville-hot-chicken-dip/#respond Tue, 27 Jan 2026 05:01:00 +0000 https://balancingmotherhood.com/?p=66792 My recipe for Nashville Hot Chicken Dip takes everything people love about iconic Nashville hot chicken and turns it into a rich, creamy, scoopable appetizer. You still get that classic Southern heat, but I take it one step further by adding just enough sweetness and tang to balance the spice. Made with just a few...

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]]> https://balancingmotherhood.com/nashville-hot-chicken-dip/feed/ 0 Christmas Jello Balls https://balancingmotherhood.com/christmas-jello-balls/ https://balancingmotherhood.com/christmas-jello-balls/#respond Thu, 11 Dec 2025 05:01:00 +0000 https://balancingmotherhood.com/?p=65873 These festive Christmas Jello Balls are a classic holiday treat that has shown up on dessert trays for generations, and after testing different versions, this one captures exactly what people love about them. With just four simple ingredients, everything comes together in minutes and sets into a chewy, jiggly treat everyone loves. Christmas Jello Ball...

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