Easy Recipes for Busy Families
Hi! I'm Lois!Welcome to Walking on Sunshine Recipes where you’ll find quick and easy recipes that bring families together around the table—not add stress to your day.
Whether you’re looking for easy desserts, help with your weekly meal plan, or searching for holiday recipes and inspiration, every recipe comes with clear instructions and helpful step-by-step photos, with many also featuring videos to make cooking at home simple and enjoyable.
Fall Recipes
Our best fall recipes—pumpkin treats, apple desserts, and comforting dishes filled with warm spices and seasonal flavors.
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Halloween Recipes
Find fun, festive Halloween treats—from dipped pretzels to ghostly cinnamon rolls—easy recipes that add a spooky touch to any celebration.
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Hey, I'm Lois!
Join me as I help you create recipes your family will love! Discover my easy-to-follow weekly meal plans, cinnamon roll recipes, crispy air fryer creations, and my favorite shortcut trick of using puff pastry and crescent roll dough to create family-friendly dishes that look and taste gourmet without the extra work. Get ready to unleash your inner chef!
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Thanksgiving Recipes
Celebrate the season with delicious Thanksgiving recipes. Find classic turkey, easy sides, festive desserts, and simple ideas for a stress-free holiday.
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Check out the latest mouth-watering creations from my kitchen! Explore the recipes below to discover what's cooking!
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Cinnamon Roll Recipes
Dive into the world of heavenly swirls and delectable flavors today!
They Tried It, Loved It, and Told Us So!
Made this recipe twice and the dough is in the bread machine now for another turn. Everyone loves the cinnamon rolls. My daughter requested them for Christmas morning. Thank you for sharing.
- Sylvia - Bread Machine Cinnamon Rolls
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My Family’s Favorite Christmas Cookie Recipes
Bake up holiday magic with these cherished family Christmas cookie recipes—classic favorites that are easy to make and loved by all.
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Mason Jar Recipes
Create delightful, portable treats for sweet gifting moments!
Mason Jar Recipes
Mason jar recipes and gift ideas: delicious food, creative gifts, endless possibilities!
Crescent Roll Recipes: Quick Treats from a Simple Can
With just a few simple ingredients and a sprinkle of imagination, you can transform ordinary refrigerator dough into a delicious meal for your family!
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Sunday Dinner Ideas and MORE
Gather around the table with hearty Sunday dinner recipes and more—comforting mains, savory sides, and desserts perfect for sharing
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Family Favorite Chicken Dinner Recipes
Looking for a delicious chicken dinner the whole family will love? These tried-and-true recipes are easy to make, packed with flavor, and guaranteed to satisfy even the pickiest eaters.
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Air Fryer Recipes - Crispy, Healthy & Fast
Let me help you make crispy food FAST that taste delicious!
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Easy Cookie Recipes
Bake your way to happiness with these simple and delicious cookie recipes. From classic chocolate chip to chewy oatmeal raisin, these treats are perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth any day of the week.
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