Caramel Cream Cheese Dip

One of the treats we had during our New Year's Eve party was this Caramel Cream Cheese dip. We actually had it for the first time a few nights earlier when we had some friends over but it was so yummy, and such a hit, that it was requested again.

It's super super easy with only 3 ingredients and takes about 3 minutes to make as well.  I topped ours with the Enjoy Life chocolate chips instead of the toffee chips to make it safe for everyone.  I also used light brown sugar instead of dark as that's all we had.  The original recipe says that dark gives a richer flavor but we thought it was great with the light!

I had apples, graham crackers, bananas, and pretzels to dip in it and the 3 year old had gluten free pretzels, gf animal crackers, and fruit for his.  We pretty much finished off the whole thing between just the 5 of us...so good!  I have a feeling this will become a stand by for get togethers and parties at our house.

French Toast Souffle

Along with the Crock Pot Breakfast Casserole, I also found this French Toast Souffle to make.  It was an assemble-the-night-before dish, so again, perfect for not having to spend all morning in the kitchen cooking.  And when I saw cream cheese and french toast, well, I was sold.  Cream cheese just makes the world a better place.

My husband assembled this one while I was working on the egg bake and finishing up wrapping the presents.  I can't personally say how easy it was, but he did it with no questions and no complaining so I'm willing to bet it was pretty simple.

Popped this baby in the oven the next morning for about an hour and we were ready to enjoy!  This was a huge hit, everyone loved it!  It's rich and sweet with the maple syrup (we used 100% pure) and powdered sugar.  We'll be making this one in the future as well.  It's great for holidays, other special occasions, or guests.  Between the Crock Pot Breakfast Casserole and the French Toast Souffle, you have the perfect breakfast with very little time spent in the kitchen in the morning.  It's really just a matter of putting the souffle in the oven and then you can enjoy your time with your family.  Doesn't get any better than that!

I apologize again for the picture, we were already stuffing our faces with it before I remembered to take one.