Create a Moment of “Me Time” with Easy, Relaxing Recipes

Published 10/29/2024

Sometimes, life gets hectic. That’s when you need to take a moment to recharge and take the opportunity to enjoy some time for yourself. Nothing turns a moment of rest into a moment of rejuvenation like a sweet treat. There’s something special about a simple indulgence that allows you to really take the time you need to center yourself so you can tackle whatever life throws at you. And Betty is here to make it easier than ever. Assemble your cookie sheets, fire up your mixers and get ready to take your “me time” to the next level!

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Cozy Recipes

Sometimes, you want to warm up the kitchen with a truly delicious baked good. Set out the cookie sheets, make it easy on yourself with a dough scoop, and bake yourself a moment full of memories. Let these cozy recipes fill up your home and just take a moment to lose yourself in the rich aromas.

Chocolate Chip Cookies
Chocolate chip cookies are classic treats you reach for year-round—and these homemade chocolate chip cookies are our top-searched recipe! Made and enjoyed by thousands of people over the years.
This recipe was introduced on a 1939 Betty Crocker radio program. It later appeared in the first 1950 printing of the Betty Crocker Picture Cookbook. Betty has fine-tuned this chocolate chip cookies recipe to perfection. Back in the ‘50s, the recipe called for shortening, as it was less expensive than butter and could be stored longer. The recipe was switched to margarine (when margarine was the most popular option). Since then, we’ve learned that there is no substitute for real butter for the best flavor—period.
These cookies have been optimized for over 75 years into the best cookies you can sink your teeth into, and we think you’ll agree.
Banana Bread
Our classic banana bread, a longtime favorite from Betty Crocker, first appeared as a variation of a fruit loaf recipe in the 1950 Betty Crocker’s Picture Cook Book. It wasn’t until 1986 that it earned its own title in the 6th edition of the Betty Crocker Cookbook. Over the years, we’ve fine-tuned this quick bread by experimenting with different types and amounts of fats, sugars, liquids, bananas, and even a microwave method, until we perfected the recipe in 1991. Since then, it has been featured in every Big Red Cookbook.
We believe this is the best banana bread recipe, which is why we continue to use it today. With simple ingredients like ripe bananas, flour, sugar, eggs, and butter, it’s ideal for both beginners and seasoned bakers. This timeless recipe is known for being both delicious and easy to follow, making it a hit with family and friends.
Apple Slab Pie
This crowd-sized treat is made with two Pillsbury™ Pie Crusts, a layer of tender spiced apple slices and last, but definitely not least, a drizzle of sweet glaze hot out of the oven! Over one hundred home cooks can’t get enough of this easy five-star dessert and with a serving of 24, there’ll be ample opportunity to share the love with your nearest and dearest too.

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Easy Recipes

When you’re crafting your me time, you deserve to be pampered. But since it’s you doing the pampering, you also deserve a shortcut! That’s what these simple recipes are all about. For example, 15 minutes of prep is all it takes to create one of the most tender and delicious cream cheese pound cakes ever. Each one of these recipes makes enough to share…but that doesn’t mean you have to.

Cream Cheese Pound Cake
Pound for pound, this is one of the moistest Bisquick® mix pound cakes ever!
Impossibly Easy Salted Caramel Apple Mini Pies
A yummy Bisquick® batter, apples and cinnamon bake up to make impossibly delicious little "apple pies" topped with whipped cream, caramel, pecans and sea salt. You won't miss the traditional pie crust!
Easy Monster Cookies
This monster cookie recipe is frightfully fun! We prepared two different kinds of Betty Crocker™ cookie mixes and then added oats and M&M's® to make these delicious, flavor-packed monster cookies. This recipe only takes about an hour to make from start-to-finish so make a batch of these quick and easy monster cookies as a last-minute treat to bring to a party or leave these monstrous and chewy cookies out for your family to quickly devour!
Wild Blueberry Muffin Tops
Admit it—you always eat the top of the muffin first. Now you can bake just the tops!

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Just for Me Recipes

What if you’re in the mood for a moment of indulgence, but in a more personal-sized package? Betty gets it. Go get your cutest microwaveable mug, and get ready to enjoy some huge flavors in bite-sized packages.

Chocolate Molten Lava Mug Cakes
Cook up a mugful of divine chocolate goodness in the microwave in just 1 minute! Keep the mix on hand to indulge in this dessert delight--perfect for slumber parties, after-school snacks or in your dorm room.
Build-Your-Own Microwave Mug Cobbler
No need to turn on the oven! Make a fruity summertime cobbler treat right in the microwave.
Upside-Down Mug Cheesecake
This individual cheesecake can be whipped up in the morning and enjoyed for an after-dinner dessert. Customize as you like with your favorite toppings.

When you need something sweet to relax with, Betty’s recipes are the perfect place to start. From simple recipes that are ready in no time to individual servings designed for one, Betty has options to satisfy any size craving. Choose your new favorite and enjoy a moment of “me time” any time you need it.

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