Cozy Up with Sweet Dessert Recipes

It’s COLD in the Northeast! And New Year’s Resolutions aside, sometimes comfort dessert food is just what you need to get through it. A sweet treat to warm you up on the inside. Check out some of these sweet recipes that may help cure your winter blues.

Eggnog Poke Cake with Cinnamon Whipped Cream: Still have some eggnog leftover from the holidays? Make a cake! This unique recipe allows for a new take on baking.

Double Chocolate Chunk Cookie Ice Cream Sandwiches: There’s never a bad time for ice cream, even when it’s below freezing outside. Grab a blanket and cozy up with these delicious cookie ice cream sandwiches.

Chocolate Chocolate Cheesecake: What’s better than one layer of chocolate? Two layers of chocolate! This cheesecake recipe doesn’t hold back on the chocolatey goodness.

Cookie Butter Fudge: This easy-to-make recipe combines the rich taste of cookie butter with smooth, melt-in-your-mouth fudge—perfect for satisfying your sweet cravings.

Peanut Butter Cookie Mug Cake: Perfectly rich and gooey, this quick treat combines the irresistible flavor of peanut butter with the comfort of a warm, homemade cookie – all in a single mug.

Pretzel Turtle Bars: Packed with crunchy pretzels, smooth caramel, and rich chocolate, this decadent dessert is the perfect blend of flavors and textures. Easy to make and impossible to resist.

Coffee, Chocolate-Hazelnut & Vanilla Mousse Trifle: Layers of velvety mousse, rich chocolate-hazelnut spread, and aromatic coffee come together for a decadent, irresistible treat.

Brookie Muffins: Combining the best of both worlds, these muffins feature a rich, fudgy brownie center surrounded by a soft, buttery cookie exterior. Perfect for breakfast or a sweet snack anytime.

Croissant Bread Pudding: Find comfort in every bite with this Croissant Bread Pudding! Flaky, buttery croissants transform into a rich, custardy dessert, baked to perfection.

Chocolate Chunk-Walnut Brownies: A must-try treat for any chocolate lover! These brownies are the perfect balance of fudgy texture and nutty flavor.

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Mia Teal

Marketing Strategist

It is the most wonderful time of the year (cue Andy Williams) and we are ready to dive into the savory meals & sweet desserts. At Price Chopper & Market 32, we have everything you need for your holiday cooking & baking.

Whether you’re hosting a grand feast, planning a cozy evening by the fire, or simply looking to impress your guests with something new, holiday recipes offer endless possibilities to make your celebrations memorable.

Let’s take a look at our festive lineup!

Festive Appetizers

Festive Main Courses

Festive Desserts

Festive Drinks

Happy Holidays from Price Chopper & Market 32!

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Mia Teal

Marketing Coordinator, Paid Media

Halloween is right around the corner, and we could not be more excited! At Price Chopper and Market 32, we have the best recipes to make your Halloween night or Halloween party a success. 

Without further ado, let’s conjure up some culinary magic that will make your Halloween a feast to remember!

Appetizers & Dinners

Mini Lasagna Cups: Lasagna in a cup? Say less! This easy recipe is the perfect appetizer!

Buffalo-Ranch Snack Mix: Looking for some picky snacks for the party? Check out this mix!

Pepperoni & Mushroom Pizza: Need a quick meal before trick-or-treating? Pizza is the answer!

Ultimate Ham & Cheese Sliders: Not feeling the pizza vibe tonight? Check out these sliders instead!

Halloween Quesadillas: Take your quesadilla to the next level! This will not only be fun to make, but delicious as well.

Desserts

Halloween Sugar Cookies: Get creative here! These Halloween sugar cookies will be so much fun to make.

Red Velvet Mummy Cake Pops: Take cake pops to a whole new level with this recipe!

Quick Apple Crisp Bowl: Have too many apples from apple picking? Make a lovely dessert & try this Quick Apple Crisp Bowl!

Easy Caramel Apples: Caramel Apples are a staple this time of year. Try making  them at home for Halloween!

Pumpkin Cookies with Orange Glaze: There is just something about pumpkin and orange… this recipe will sure to be a fan favorite!

Drinks

Pumpkin Shandy: With only four ingredients, your guests will love this drink! Must be 21+ to enjoy.

Slow Cooker White Chocolate Pumpkin Latte: Need a pick-me-up before the big outing? Try this latte!

Maple-Pumpkin Cold Brew: Elevate your cold brew the maple-pumpkin way!

Apple-Ginger Mule: If you enjoy mule cocktails, then this is the drink for you! Must be 21+ to enjoy.

Cos-Mocktails: Enjoy this fruity drink without the alcohol!

Looking for more cute ideas? Our Pinterest page features recipes like Reese’s Bats, Pumpkin Patch Dirt Cups, Jack-O-Lantern Stuffed Peppers and many more!

Price Chopper & Market 32 wishes you a happy, safe, & spooky Halloween!

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Can you believe it is November already? The end of the year brings all-things holidays, joy, love, and baking of course! Cream cheese is a staple in many United States households, but this time of year many will choose to bake with cream cheese. Whether you are making cheesecakes, cakes, brownies, or muffins, cream cheese adds a rich and creamy dimension that elevates your creations. At Price Chopper and Market 32, not only do we have a variety of cream cheeses, but we also have some incredible recipes on our website. Let’s explore some favorites!

  1. Cheesecakes are known for their dense, creamy texture. Price Chopper and Market 32 have many cheesecakes pre-made in the bakery, however, take a look at this Sweet Carrot Cheesecake and Pumpkin Cheesecake Recipe if you would like to experiment on your own!
  2. What’s better than a pumpkin and cake combo? If you are looking for an easy recipe for a gathering, then you need to try this Pumpkin Spice Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting!
  3. Blueberry French Toast Bake is the perfect Sunday morning breakfast! While the mornings are frigid, warm up with this delicious meal.
  4. Brownies are another common baking item that can be made with cream cheese to give it a dense, creamy texture. In our Red Velvet Brownie with Cookies & Cream Frosting recipe, you will explore making your own cream cheese to coat on the red velvet brownies.

Check out our YouTube for more recipes on baking with cream cheese!

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Berry-Delicious Desserts & Smoothies!

Mia Teal

E-Commerce Marketing Intern

It is no secret that summertime is the best season to consume fruit. Not only are strawberries and blueberries delicious, but these little fruits have quite the history.  Check out some fun facts and fruity dessert recipes below!

Strawberry Fun Facts! 

Did you know that strawberries originated in Europe in the 1800s? Today, over 94% of American households consume strawberries! That is a LOT of berries!

Strawberry-Rosé & Poppy Seed Shortcake: Name a better combo than fresh strawberry shortcake with vanilla ice cream! Be sure to grab PICS whipped cream in the dairy section to top this dessert off.

Strawberry-Orange Smoothie: Price Chopper and Market 32 have a ton of frozen fruit in our frozen sections. Just add PICS milk of your choice, orange juice, nonfat Greek yogurt, and honey. Blend and enjoy!

Red, White, & Blue Trifle: With the Fourth of July right around the corner, this dessert will be a hit at your party. Not only is it bursting with flavor, but this dessert is bright, appealing, and fun!

Blueberry Fun Facts!

Did you know that people have been consuming blueberries for the past 13,000 years? Shoutout to New Jersey who was the first state to begin cultivating blueberries in the 20th century!

Lucky Charms Frozen Yogurt Pie: This yogurt pie is perfect for any summer occasion that adults and kids will love!

Fruit and Baby Kale Smoothie: Looking for a fresh and easy smoothie? Check this one out! The best part is, you can customize your drink based on preference.

Whole Wheat Blueberry Nut Pancakes: Ah, the perfect Sunday morning breakfast! Blueberry pancakes with fresh butter? Yes, please!

For more berry-delicious recipes, check out our YouTube page!

Enjoy!

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Our Favorite Christmas Cookies! homemade-christmas-cookies-picture-id598555502 One of the sweetest parts of celebrating the holiday season is baking cookies with family and friends. At Price Chopper and Market 32, we love these treats as much as you do and have many different favorites of our own. Whether they’re family traditions or simply the most satisfying to our sweet tooth, we are pleased to share some our holiday favorites with you! Our teammates are big fans of peanut butter, especially when it comes to Christmas
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Teammates Celina R. and Alison P.  from our Storrs, CT store!

cookies. In the words of teammate Kelly K., from our Sutton, MA store; “My favorite holiday cookie is peanut butter blossoms.” Her response was backed by teammate Celina R. from our Storrs, CT who said “my favorite holiday cookies are peanut butter cookies, because who doesn’t love peanut butter?” Peanut Butter Blossoms are a holiday classic and easily one of our favorite Christmas cookies, check out the recipe in the link below to try them for yourself! https://www.bettycrocker.com/recipes/classic-peanut-butter-blossom-cookies/a3563f6e-96b0-443f-ae0a-53cef4be6db6 We asked June M., Floral Team Leader in our Chenango, NY store about her favorite Christmas cookie, she said, “Poppy Seed Kolache. My mother made them for years. Brings me back. It was always a tradition and they are so good!” Poppy Seed Kolache is a Czechoslovakian pastry with a poppy seed filling. If you’ve never tried Kolache it is a delicious treat perfect for the holiday season! Give this recipe a try by following the link below! http://www.simplyrecipes.com/recipes/poppy_seed_kolache/ In our main office, Sarah M. of our Business Intelligence team added “Although it is not technically a Christmas cookie, Baklava is a Middle Eastern dessert that is somewhat labor intensive to bake, so my family tends to only make it during the holidays. Baklava is very sweet, has lots of sugar, cinnamon, and walnuts – and it reminds me of my grandmother!” Check out the recipe below! http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/michael-symon/baklava-recipe-1972768 Teammate Mike M. in our Palatine Bridge, NY store: “Chocolate jumbos with green and red icing. They are delicious, smell good while baking, and taste like the holidays!” Chocolate jumbos make a fantastic addition to any Christmas baking lists. They are truly a perfect sweet for the season! http://allrecipes.com/recipe/10399/chocolate-jumbo/ Finally, teammate Allison P. at our Storrs, CT store gave perhaps the most festive response; “Sugar cookies that look like candy canes. They’re fun to eat!” From their look to their taste these Candy Cane Cookies are a staple of the Christmas season. How could you not enjoy baking such a fun cookie? https://www.bettycrocker.com/recipes/candy-cane-cookies/93832e29-3b4f-4977-ae5a-9820053b254c Baking Christmas cookies is one of our favorite parts of the holiday season. We hope you enjoy these recipes as much as we do, and maybe find a new Christmas favorite to share with family and friends! From all of us at Price Chopper and Market 32, Merry Christmas & Happy Holidays!   Written by Jane Golub Director In-Store Marketing Programs December 4, 2016 MARIE’S SALAD DRESSINGS – NEW FRESH FLAVORS 161204_mariesJust past the bundles of baby spinach and pyramids of bell peppers, you’ll discover something else temptingly fresh in the refrigerated Produce aisle – Marie’s Salad Dressings with New Fresh Flavors! At Marie’s, they are always in the kitchen crafting new dressings and recipes, so you can dress up lunches, snacks and dinners.  They have over 40 delicious dressings made with real premium ingredients – each as deliciously fresh as the next. New flavors that look as fresh as they taste! Made with real premium ingredients – no preservatives and Gluten Free Marie’s Salad Dressings are perfect for drizzling, tossing, marinating and dipping.  Feeling inspired????  Dig in! Look for Marie’s Salad Dressings in New Fresh Flavors in the Produce Department