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Mango Raspberry Baked Oatmeal

April 11, 2025 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom Leave a Comment

Tropical Mango Raspberry Baked Oatmeal: A Bright, Fruity Way to Start to Your Day! This Mango Raspberry Baked Oatmeal is bursting with scrumptious flavor in these warm, comforting oats. It’s a wholesome, make-ahead breakfast that feels like a treat but fuels you like a champ.  I love to add in a bit of protein powder to the batter, and serve it with high protein … [Read more...]

Apple Cinnamon Baked Oatmeal

March 18, 2025 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom Leave a Comment

Warm & Comforting Apple Cinnamon Baked Oatmeal: The Perfect Fall or Winter Breakfast This apple cinnamon baked oatmeal is a cozy, wholesome breakfast that combines the sweetness of fresh apples with the warmth of cinnamon and ginger. Baked to golden perfection, it's a deliciously filling way to start your day or enjoy as a snack. Enjoy! VIDEO: How to Make Apple … [Read more...]

Brownie Baked Oatmeal

March 15, 2025 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom Leave a Comment

Brownie Baked Oatmeal: Indulgent Flavor Meets Healthy and Hearty Comfort! This Brownie Baked Oatmeal is a rich, chocolatey breakfast that feels like dessert but is packed with wholesome, hearty ingredients. This is made with oats, cocoa, and a just the right amount of of sweetness - it’s perfect for a satisfying start to your day. This recipe is easy to make gluten-free … [Read more...]

Strawberry Banana Baked Oatmeal

March 12, 2025 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom Leave a Comment

Strawberry Banana Baked Oatmeal: A Perfectly Sweet and Filling Breakfast That's Perfect for Busy Weekday Mornings This strawberry banana baked oatmeal combines sweet, ripe bananas and juicy strawberries with hearty oats for a comforting and nutritious breakfast. Baking breakfast at home not only allows you to enjoy fresh, wholesome ingredients but also saves you money … [Read more...]

Tater Tot Egg Bites

January 7, 2025 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom Leave a Comment

Quick Tater Tot Egg Bites: The Perfect Anytime Breakfast, Brunch or Snack! Save this easy recipe for Tater Tot Egg Bites - they are so quick to prep, and they will be gobbled up by everyone.  I added a dollop of salsa and sour cream to mine. Also, watch the video for more flavor and add-in ideas!  VIDEO: How to Make Tater Tot Egg Bites  Tater Tot … [Read more...]

Gluten Free, Dairy Free Instant Oatmeal Mix

January 6, 2025 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom Leave a Comment

Eating Gluten Free Can be Expensive and It's Important to Look for Easy Hacks and Ways to Save As Much As Possible - Making Instant Oatmeal Mix Can Help Stretch Those Gluten Free Dollars! My youngest eats 100% gluten-free due to severe food allergies. I'm always on the hunt for ways to hack the costs of eating exclusively gluten-free and most recently, I've been tackling … [Read more...]

The BEST Egg-Free Chicken Salad

December 10, 2024 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom Leave a Comment

You Will Love This Creamy and Delicious, Sweet and Savory Egg-Free Chicken Salad This egg-free chicken salad is a fresh and flavorful twist on a classic lunch or side dish. Made with shredded chicken tenderloins (this is the key to a perfect chicken salad), crisp veggies and fruit plus a yogurt based dressing, it’s perfect for those with egg allergies or anyone looking for … [Read more...]

VIRAL: Kid Friendly GHOST PIZZA

October 15, 2024 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom Leave a Comment

Make These Easy Ghost Pizza for the Kids Before You Go Trick or Treating!  If I didn't have a quick dinner ready for the boys before they head out to trick or treat on Halloween, then they would just "candy for dinner," a few bites between houses as they proceed around the neighborhood.  A quick grilled cheese or English muffin pizza is perfect. And the little … [Read more...]

VIDEO: Make Any Flavor Overnight Oats with This Formula

September 28, 2024 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom Leave a Comment

Use this Formula to Make Any Overnight Oats with Freeze Dried Fruit, Spices and More With this formula, you can mix and match liquids, mix-ins, and spices to make the perfect batch of Overnight Oats.  VIDEO: Make Any Flavor Overnight Oats with this Formula Overnight Oats Formula Make any flavor of overnight oats with this formula 2 cups rolled … [Read more...]

Hawaiian Banana Bread

July 19, 2024 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom Leave a Comment

Perfect for Breakfast, Snack, or Dessert, Each Bite of This Hawaiian Banana Bread Will Take You Away to a Tropical Paradise! Experience a tropical twist on a classic favorite with our Hawaiian Banana Bread. This moist and flavorful bread is infused with the essence of the islands, blending ripe bananas with sweet pineapple plus a hint of coconut. This banana bread is … [Read more...]

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