Balancing Motherhood https://balancingmotherhood.com/ Easy recipes for busy families. Tue, 02 Jun 2026 15:47:28 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://balancingmotherhood.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/favicon-96x96.png Balancing Motherhood https://balancingmotherhood.com/ 32 32 Jalapeño Poppers Wrapped in Bacon https://balancingmotherhood.com/jalapeno-poppers/ https://balancingmotherhood.com/jalapeno-poppers/#respond Tue, 02 Jun 2026 04:01:00 +0000 https://balancingmotherhood.com/?p=69325 My Jalapeño Poppers Wrapped with Bacon are the ones everyone asks for at game day. I go beyond the basic cream cheese filling and add cheddar and seasonings that take the flavor to another level. Just 5 simple ingredients is all it takes to make them. Bacon Wrapped Jalapeño Poppers Jalapeño poppers are one of...

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]]> https://balancingmotherhood.com/jalapeno-poppers/feed/ 0 Sheet Pan Steak Fajitas https://balancingmotherhood.com/sheet-pan-steak-fajitas/ https://balancingmotherhood.com/sheet-pan-steak-fajitas/#respond Thu, 28 May 2026 23:38:25 +0000 https://balancingmotherhood.com/?p=69219 My Sheet Pan Steak Fajitas are the easiest way to get bold, smoky fajita flavor on a busy weeknight. Tender skirt steak, colorful peppers, and onions all cook together on one pan with a homemade spice blend that beats any store bought packet. My family requests these constantly and dinner is on the table in...

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]]> https://balancingmotherhood.com/sheet-pan-steak-fajitas/feed/ 0 Air Fryer Bacon https://balancingmotherhood.com/air-fryer-bacon/ https://balancingmotherhood.com/air-fryer-bacon/#respond Tue, 26 May 2026 04:01:00 +0000 https://balancingmotherhood.com/?p=69191 I started making Air Fryer Bacon because I got tired of grease splattering all over my stovetop, and now I honestly would not cook it any other way. It comes out perfectly crispy and evenly browned every single time with almost no mess. I make a big batch on the weekend and use it all...

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]]> https://balancingmotherhood.com/air-fryer-bacon/feed/ 0 How to Peel and Freeze Peaches https://balancingmotherhood.com/how-to-peel-and-freeze-peaches/ https://balancingmotherhood.com/how-to-peel-and-freeze-peaches/#respond Thu, 21 May 2026 20:24:28 +0000 https://balancingmotherhood.com/?p=63543 If you’ve ever struggled with peeling peaches, my simple blanching trick will change everything. In just a few easy steps, you can remove the skins without hassle, making your peaches ready for pies, cobblers, jams, or freezing for later. How to Peel, Store, and Freeze Fresh Peaches Peach season is one of the best parts...

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]]> https://balancingmotherhood.com/how-to-peel-and-freeze-peaches/feed/ 0 Macaroni Hawaiian Salad (Creamy Macaroni Salad) https://balancingmotherhood.com/hawaiian-macaroni-salad/ https://balancingmotherhood.com/hawaiian-macaroni-salad/#respond Tue, 19 May 2026 04:00:00 +0000 https://balancingmotherhood.com/?p=69102 My family fell in love with Macaroni Hawaiian Salad on a two-week trip to Hawaii, and I’ve been making this recipe ever since. It has that creamy, lightly sweet dressing that makes real Hawaiian mac salad so addictive — nothing like the versions at your average cookout. Make it once and you’ll be keeping a...

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]]> https://balancingmotherhood.com/hawaiian-macaroni-salad/feed/ 0 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 Sliders https://balancingmotherhood.com/crack-chicken-sliders/ https://balancingmotherhood.com/crack-chicken-sliders/#comments Wed, 06 May 2026 15:49:08 +0000 https://balancingmotherhood.com/?p=68280 My Easy Crack Chicken Sliders are layered with shredded ranch chicken, crispy bacon and melted cheddar on soft Hawaiian rolls. The filling bakes up creamy with classic ranch flavor and the rolls come out golden and buttery. This is the ultimate 20‑minute slider recipe for parties, game days or a quick weeknight meal. Best Crack...

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]]> https://balancingmotherhood.com/crack-chicken-sliders/feed/ 1 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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