Simply Delicious Dinner Recipes

Eggnog Bread Pudding — Sweet Cinnamon Swirl Holiday Comfort Eggnog Bread Pudding is the kind of dessert that wraps you in a wool blanket and hands you a mug of something warm. Think buttery brioche soaked in spiced eggnog custard, studded with ribbons of cinnamon sugar, and topped with a silky eggnog sauce. It’s nostalgic, cozy, and absolutely made for festive mornings and after-dinner indulgence. Brief introduction to the recipe This is a holiday-forward riff on classic bread pudding that uses eggnog as the custard base. It bakes up with a golden crust and a creamy center where the cinnamon … Read more

Close-up of Strawberry Cheesecake Protein Balls on parchment, pale pink centers with graham-cracker coating and a sprinkle of freeze-dried strawberry.

Easy No-Bake Strawberry Cheesecake Protein Balls — Healthy & Handy

January 21, 2026

Strawberry Cheesecake Protein Balls are the reason my fridge no longer feels like a sad place full of forgotten condiments and half-used jars. From the very first bite, they hit that sweet spot between dessert and snack—the kind of treat that feels indulgent but secretly has your back nutritionally. If cheesecake and a protein snack had a low-effort, high-reward baby, this would be it. Let’s be real for a second. Cheesecake has serious main-character energy. It’s rich, dramatic, and absolutely refuses to be a casual dessert. These little protein balls? They bring the same vibe without the commitment. No oven. … Read more

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Golden Honey Pistachio Cookies dotted with chopped pistachios and a sprinkle of flaky sea salt on parchment paper.

Easy Salted Honey Pistachio Cookies — Sweet, Salty & Addictive

Two-Ingredient Cottage Cheese Tots — The Perfect Cottage Cheese Snack

Appetizer

Close-up of golden Cottage Cheese Snack tots on a wooden board with a small bowl of creamy dip — a top Simple Snack Ideas pick.

Savory Ricotta Egg Bites — Easy Savory Ricotta Recipes

Breakfast

Savory Ricotta Recipes brought to life — close-up of golden ricotta egg bites in a muffin tin, topped with chopped chives and a lemon wedge, a perfect example of Egg Bites Easy for busy breakfasts.

Easy Sweet Cinnamon Swirl Eggnog Bread Pudding

Dessert

Cozy Greek Healing Soup — Simple, Soothing Comfort

Dinner

Steaming bowl of Healing Soup (Avgolemono) with shredded chicken, rice, lemon wedge, and a sprinkle of fresh dill — a cozy Avgolemono Soup presentation.

Easy Chicken Shawarma With Creamy Garlic Sauce

Dinner

If you crave Chicken Shawarma With Creamy Garlic Sauce, you’re in the right place — this recipe turns humble chicken into juicy, charred, spice-forward perfection and pairs it with a silky garlic sauce that cools, brightens, and makes every bite sing. This guide walks you through the why, the how, and the little chef-moves that make the difference. Short paragraphs, practical tips, and zero fuss. Ready? Let’s go. Brief introduction — what this dish actually is This dish riffs on classic shawarma: spice-marinated chicken seared until edges char, finished with a lush garlic emulsion (toum). Serve it in warm pita, … Read more

Sliced, charred chicken shawarma drizzled with Chicken Shawarma With Creamy Garlic Sauce and extra Middle Eastern Garlic Sauce, served in a warm pita with tomatoes, cucumbers, and parsley.

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Jennifer

I’m the cook and creator behind 9am Chef, where I share easy dinner recipes, sweet dessert recipes, and nourishing healthy recipes to inspire your kitchen. My love for cooking started with simple home meals that turned into a passion for creating dishes that are both comforting and creative. At 9am Chef, I believe food should be fun, flavorful, and something everyone can enjoy—whether you’re whipping up a quick weeknight meal or treating yourself to something sweet.

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