New Recipe Alert: Coconut Date Cheesecake Bars!


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Coconut Date Cheesecake Bars

I've got a new treat for you: Coconut Date Cheesecake Bars. These are absolutely delicious, combining the richness of cheesecake with the natural sweetness of dates and a hint of coconut. If you’re looking for something new to satisfy your sweet tooth, this is it.

Food Processor Hack

Quick tip: make life easier by using your food processor to chop the nuts for the crust. It's a game-changer and saves so much time. Plus, it ensures you get that perfect texture without the hassle of perfect knife work.

Pumpkin Spice Latte Season

And guess what? It's that time of year again—the unofficial start of fall. Yep...Pumpkin Spice Latte season is upon us!

Have you had yours yet? I love how it kind of brings in the next season and always celebrate by ordering one for my kids to pick up at their local store on the day it comes out.

Thanks for being awesome and always being here with me. Can't wait to hear what you think about the cheesecake bars!

Best, Nellie

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