Is it cheaper to make these food items yourself? Let’s find out!
Muffins are the ultimate breakfast item on the go or a sweet treat for an afternoon snack. It’s also hard to get tired of muffins because there are so many flavor combinations available! My kids love the mini muffin packs, but they can get pretty pricey. This made me wonder what the cheapest option for…
Meatballs are a great addition to any dinner. Whether it is meatballs on top of spaghetti, Swedish meatballs, or a meatball sub: they are all tasty! I am a huge fan of homemade meatballs, but I started wondering if premade fresh meatballs or frozen meatballs would be a cheaper option. Let’s break down and compare…
If you are prone to stomach problems, you may have been told to cut gluten from your diet. A gluten free diet sounds okay until you see the price tag of common items like sandwich bread, pasta, and cereal. After a trial of gluten free, it made me wonder if it is cheaper to make…
Mashed potatoes are the ultimate comfort food. Whether you serve them plain, top with gravy, or add some cheese and bacon to them, mashed potatoes are just a super tasty side dish! Most people make mash potatoes from scratch, from instant potatoes, or buy premade mashed potatoes from the grocery store. This made me wonder…
As much as I don’t want to admit it, I have a major sweet tooth. Eating a slightly warm fresh basked brownie with all the gooey fudginess is my idea of heaven! This made me wonder what the cheapest way to eat brownies can be. We will break down the costs to make homemade brownies…
Hummus is a middle eastern dip made with chickpeas (garbanzo beans) and is traditionally served with pita bread. You can also use hummus as a healthy alternative to mayonnaise on sandwiches or just a snack with vegetables or crackers. I am a huge fan of hummus and I recently started making my own version at…
Trail Mix is the super easy and yummy snack that is often associated with hiking and outdoor activities. Thankfully it also tastes great in lunch boxes and afternoon snacks too. Trail Mix is so easy to make and doesn’t require any heating, so it makes me wonder if it is cheaper to just make it…
Granola is a great addition to yogurt, fruit, or with milk as a hearty breakfast. Some even just eat it for an easy snack on the go! The cost of granola has started to slowly rise, and this made me wonder if it would be cheaper to make my own granola at home. Let’s break…
Whether it is a birthday, a special occasion, or just a Tuesday night; cupcakes are a super yummy treat! My kids prefer cupcakes over big cakes, and they are the perfect size for young kids. With grocery costs constantly rising, it made me wonder what the cheapest way was to have cupcakes. We are going…
Biscuits are a tasty addition to any dinner plate or as a yummy breakfast item. You can buy biscuits in a can, frozen biscuits, a biscuit mix, or make them from scratch. As prices continue to go up at grocery stores, this made me wonder if it is cheaper to buy biscuits in a can,…