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Simply Recipes, 2211 Lambert Lane, San Jose, CA (2026)

03/28/2026

5-Minute Fudge ✨🍫
Rich, creamy, melt-in-your-mouth fudge made in just minutes — the easiest holiday treat ever! ❤️

Ingredients:

2 cups chocolate chips (milk, semi-sweet, or dark)

1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk

1 tsp vanilla extract

Pinch of salt

Optional: chopped nuts, mini marshmallows, crushed candy canes

Instructions:

Line an 8×8 pan with parchment paper.

Add chocolate chips + condensed milk to a saucepan.

Warm over medium heat, stirring until melted and smooth.

Remove from heat; stir in vanilla and salt.

Fold in nuts or marshmallows if using.

Spread mixture into the lined pan.

Chill for at least 1 hour before slicing.

✨ Creamy, rich, and ready fast — perfect for gifting or holiday platters!

01/25/2026

Crockpot Honey Balsamic Beef Chuck Roast

Ingredients

3–4 lb beef chuck roast

1 tsp salt

1 tsp black pepper

1 tsp garlic powder

1 tsp onion powder

1 tbsp olive oil (optional, for searing)

Honey Balsamic Sauce

1/2 cup balsamic vinegar

1/3 cup honey

1/4 cup soy sauce (or low-sodium)

1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce

4 cloves garlic, minced

1 tsp dried rosemary or thyme

1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)

Optional Veggies

Baby potatoes, carrots, or pearl onions

Instructions

Season roast with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.

(Optional) Sear in a hot skillet with olive oil, 2–3 minutes per side for extra flavor.

Place roast in the crockpot; add veggies if using.

Whisk all Honey Balsamic Sauce ingredients and pour over the roast.

Cook:

LOW: 8–9 hours (best)

HIGH: 4–5 hours

Shred or slice. Spoon sauce over the top.

Thicker Sauce (Optional)

Remove roast.

Whisk 1 tbsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp water into the sauce.

Cook on HIGH 10–15 minutes until glossy and thick.

01/24/2026

Crispy Deep Fried Marshmallows 🍡🔥

Ingredients

2 cups large marshmallows

1 cup all-purpose flour

2 tbsp sugar

1 tsp baking powder

1/2 cup milk

1 large egg

Oil for frying

Optional Coating

Powdered sugar

Cinnamon sugar

Chocolate sauce or caramel for dipping

Instructions

Heat oil in a deep pan to 350°F (175°C).

Whisk flour, sugar, and baking powder in a bowl.

In another bowl, whisk milk and egg.

Combine wet and dry ingredients to make a thick batter.

Dip marshmallows in batter until fully coated.

Carefully drop into hot oil.

Fry 10–15 seconds only until golden and puffed.

Remove quickly and drain on paper towels.

Dust with powdered sugar or cinnamon sugar. Serve immediately!

Tips for Perfect Results

✔ Fry only a few at a time
✔ Don’t overcook or they will burst
✔ Use cold marshmallows for easier battering

Fun Variations

Roll in crushed cookies
Dip in strawberry or chocolate sauce
Stuff inside biscuit dough for extra crunch

01/24/2026

Red Velvet Strawberry Cheesecake

Ingredients
Red Velvet Crust

2 cups red velvet cake crumbs (boxed or homemade)

½ cup melted butter

Cheesecake Filling

3 (8-oz) blocks cream cheese, softened

1 cup sugar

3 large eggs

1 cup sour cream

1 tsp vanilla extract

2 tbsp all-purpose flour

Strawberry Swirl

1½ cups strawberry pie filling or thick strawberry sauce

Topping

Whipped cream

Fresh strawberries

Extra strawberry drizzle

Instructions

Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan.

Mix red velvet crumbs with melted butter. Press firmly into pan.

Bake crust 10 minutes, then cool.

Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth.

Add eggs one at a time. Mix in sour cream, vanilla, and flour.

Pour cheesecake batter over crust.

Spoon strawberry filling on top and swirl gently with a knife.

Bake 60–70 minutes until center slightly jiggles.

Turn oven off, crack door, cool 1 hour.

Chill at least 4 hours (overnight is best).

Finish & Serve

Top with whipped cream, fresh strawberries, and strawberry sauce 🍓
Slice and watch jaws drop.

Pro Tips

✔ Use room-temperature ingredients
✔ Don’t over-swirl (keep it pretty)
✔ Chill fully for clean slices

01/24/2026

Fruit Pound Cake with Strawberry & Pineapple

Ingredients

Cake Batter:

1 cup unsalted butter, softened

2 cups sugar

4 large eggs, room temperature

3 cups all-purpose flour

½ tsp baking powder

½ tsp salt

1 cup sour cream (or plain yogurt)

1 tsp vanilla extract

Fruit Mix:

1 cup crushed pineapple, well drained

1 cup chopped strawberries (fresh or thawed & drained)

2 tbsp flour (to coat fruit)

Optional Glaze (Highly Recommended!)

1 cup powdered sugar

2–3 tbsp pineapple juice or milk

½ tsp vanilla

Instructions

Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C). Grease and flour a bundt or loaf pan.

Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy (3–4 minutes).

Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each.

Whisk flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl.

Add dry ingredients to batter alternately with sour cream.

Stir in vanilla.

Toss strawberries and pineapple with 2 tbsp flour, then gently fold into batter.

Pour into pan and smooth top.

Bake 70–80 minutes (loaf) or 60–70 minutes (bundt) until toothpick comes out clean.

Cool 15 minutes, then turn out and cool completely.

01/24/2026

Strawberry Cheesecake Cookies

Ingredients

Cookie Dough:

½ cup unsalted butter, softened

½ cup cream cheese, softened

¾ cup sugar

1 large egg

1 tsp vanilla extract

1¾ cups all-purpose flour

½ tsp baking powder

¼ tsp salt

Strawberry Cheesecake Mix-Ins:

½ cup chopped fresh strawberries (or freeze-dried strawberries for less moisture)

½ cup white chocolate chips (optional but amazing)

¼ cup strawberry jam or preserves

Instructions

Cream butter, cream cheese, and sugar until light and fluffy.

Beat in egg and vanilla.

In a separate bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, and salt.

Gradually mix dry ingredients into wet until combined.

Gently fold in strawberries, jam, and white chocolate chips.

Chill dough 30 minutes (important!).

Scoop onto parchment-lined baking sheet.

Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 11–13 minutes, until edges are set and centers are soft.

Cool on pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to rack.

Optional Glaze (Cheesecake Vibes!)

Mix:

½ cup powdered sugar

1–2 tbsp milk or cream

A drop of vanilla

Drizzle over cooled cookies 🍓✨

01/22/2026

Classic Leche Flan

Ingredients:
For Caramel:

1 cup sugar

3 tbsp water

For Flan:

10 egg yolks

1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk

1 can (12 oz) evaporated milk

1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions:

Caramel: In a pan, heat sugar and water until golden. Quickly pour into llanera or baking dish. Swirl to coat.

Flan Mixture: Gently whisk egg yolks, condensed milk, evaporated milk, and vanilla. Avoid bubbles.

Strain mixture and pour over caramel.

Cover with foil. Steam for 30–40 minutes or bake in a water bath at 350°F (175°C) for 45–50 minutes.

Cool completely, then chill. Invert before serving.

Tip: Silky texture comes from gentle mixing and straining!

Easy Mango Float (No-Bake!)

Ingredients:

2–3 ripe mangoes, thinly sliced

2 cups cold heavy cream

1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk

1 tsp vanilla

Graham crackers

Instructions:

Whip heavy cream until soft peaks. Fold in condensed milk and vanilla.

In a dish, layer: graham crackers → cream → mango slices.

Repeat layers, ending with cream and mango on top.

Chill at least 6 hours or overnight.

Slice and serve cold.

Optional: Sprinkle crushed grahams or drizzle mango puree on top.

01/22/2026

Microwave Cheesecake (Ready in Minutes!)

A quick, creamy single-serve cheesecake—no oven, no fuss!

Ingredients (1 mug or ramekin):

4 oz cream cheese, softened

3 tbsp sugar

1 egg

1/2 tsp vanilla extract

2 tbsp sour cream or heavy cream

Optional Crust:

3 tbsp crushed graham crackers or cookies

1 tbsp melted butter

Toppings (optional):

Fruit compote, chocolate sauce, caramel, or Oreo crumbs

Instructions:

Crust (optional): Mix crumbs and butter. Press into the bottom of a microwave-safe mug or ramekin.

Filling: Whisk cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add egg, vanilla, and sour cream; mix well.

Pour over crust and smooth the top.

Microwave on HIGH for 1½–2½ minutes, checking every 30 seconds. Center should be just set with a slight jiggle.

Let cool 5 minutes, then chill 30 minutes for best texture.

Add toppings and enjoy!

Tips for Perfect Texture:

Don’t overcook—microwaves vary. Stop when edges are set.

Use room-temp cream cheese for smoothness.

For extra richness, add 1 tbsp melted butter to the batter.

01/22/2026

Oreo Cream Cheese Cheesecake Sushi Roll ✨

Ingredients:

Cheesecake Filling:

8 oz cream cheese, softened

1/2 cup powdered sugar

1 tsp vanilla extract

1 cup crushed Oreo cookies

Roll Base:

6–8 large flour tortillas or thin crepes

1/2 cup crushed Oreos (for rolling)

Toppings (optional but fun):

Chocolate sauce

White chocolate drizzle

Extra Oreo crumbs

Instructions:

In a bowl, beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth.

Fold in crushed Oreos.

Lay tortilla or crepe flat and spread an even layer of cheesecake mixture, leaving edges clean.

Roll tightly into a log (like sushi).

Roll the outside in crushed Oreos to coat.

Chill for 30–60 minutes to firm up.

Slice into 1-inch pieces using a sharp knife.

Drizzle with chocolate if desired and serve.

Tips:

Chill knife for cleaner slices.

Use chocolate wafer cookies instead of tortillas for extra Oreo flavor.

Add strawberries or Nutella inside for a twist.

01/22/2026

Baileys Irish Cream Brownies 🍰

Ingredients:

Brownies:

1/2 cup butter, melted

1 cup sugar

2 large eggs

1 tsp vanilla extract

1/4 cup Baileys Irish Cream

3/4 cup all-purpose flour

1/2 cup cocoa powder

1/4 tsp salt

Optional Baileys Glaze:

1 cup powdered sugar

2–3 tbsp Baileys Irish Cream

Instructions:

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8-inch pan with parchment paper.

Whisk melted butter and sugar until smooth.

Beat in eggs, vanilla, and Baileys.

Stir in flour, cocoa powder, and salt until just combined.

Pour batter into pan and smooth top.

Bake 25–30 minutes until set but fudgy in the center.

Cool completely.

Whisk glaze ingredients and drizzle over brownies if desired.

01/22/2026

Magic Brownie Cookies

Ingredients:

1 box brownie mix

2 large eggs

1/4 cup vegetable oil

1/2 cup chocolate chips (optional)

Instructions:

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.

In a bowl, mix brownie mix, eggs, and oil until thick and glossy.

Fold in chocolate chips if using.

Scoop tablespoon-sized portions onto baking sheets, spacing apart.

Bake 9–11 minutes until edges are set and centers look soft.

Cool on pan 5 minutes, then transfer to a rack.

Tips:

Don’t overbake for gooey centers.

Sprinkle tops with sea salt before baking.

Add walnuts or peanut butter chips for variety.

01/21/2026

Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Brownie Bombs 🍪

Ingredients:

Edible Cookie Dough:

1/2 cup butter, softened

1/2 cup brown sugar

1/4 cup sugar

2 tbsp milk

1 tsp vanilla extract

1 cup heat-treated all-purpose flour

3/4 cup mini chocolate chips

Brownies:

1 box brownie mix (plus ingredients listed on box)

Chocolate Coating:

1 1/2 cups melting chocolate or chocolate chips

Instructions:

Prepare cookie dough by mixing butter, sugars, milk, and vanilla until creamy.

Stir in flour and mini chocolate chips. Roll dough into small balls and freeze 30 minutes.

Bake brownies according to package directions in a 9×13-inch pan. Cool completely.

Scoop or cut brownies and wrap around frozen cookie dough balls, sealing completely.

Freeze assembled brownie bombs 20 minutes.

Melt chocolate and dip each bomb to coat fully.

Place on parchment-lined tray and let chocolate set.

Store chilled or at room temperature until serving.

Tips:

Drizzle with white chocolate for a fancy finish.

Use homemade brownies for extra richness.

Keep refrigerated for cleaner bites.

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