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During last night's LIIFT 4 Shoulders workout, I saw an improvement over last weeks shoulder presses.  I was unable to do the 2nd and 3rd sets last week overhead after about 3-4 presses.  My left shoulder would literally fall like I'd lost all muscle control with 10 lb weights.  Yesterday I used the same 10 lbs and it wasn't until the 7th rep on the second set that I started to feel bad fatigue but pushed through.  On the third set my shoulders were shot but I was still able to push overhead even if slower.  I pushed to fatigue but didn't have that dangerous muscle drop I had before. The zinnias I grew from seed are mostly in full bloom and I took some pics before cutting some to put in a little vase. What were your non scale victories so far this week? ==================== Get posts sent straight to your inbox on Follow It . Some posts may contain affiliate links that help keep this blog running at no cost to you.  See the Disclaimer page for more info....
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Maple Pumpkin Puff Cookies

One day, we were traipsing up and down the food aisles of Target and I was stopped in my tracks.  I saw a maple brown sugar cake mix from Pillsbury for $1.25 and I grabbed two of them for the upcoming holidays.  I mean what says Fall recipe more than maple brown sugar?

Well, maybe this...


This is a super easy recipe that you will want to keep the first two main ingredients on hand during this season of get togethers because it can literally be done so quick that even a last minute invite will have you the hero of the party.

Here's what you'll need:

1 box Pillsbury Maple Brown Sugar cake mix
1 15 oz can pure pumpkin (not the pie mix)
1/4 cup Pillsbury Maple Brown Sugar frosting
1 tbsp apple cider or milk  (not pictured)


Preheat your oven to 350 degrees.

In a large bowl, add the dry cake mix and the can of pumpkin.


Give it a stir until combined.


Lightly spray or use a Silpat non-stick silicone baking mat (I never bake without mine!  Wonderful!) and use a small cookie scoop to dip into the goodness.


I put 12 dollops of dough on a large cookie sheet.


Bake for 15 minutes.  As you can see, they basically look the same coming out as they did going in.


If you're a perfectionist that wants a completely flat cookie, wet your finger with a little water and smooth out the top but for this recipe it won't matter.  Transfer to wire rack to cool while the next batch bakes.


Ready the frosting for dipping your cooled cookies.  Put the frosting and apple cider in a small bowl.


Give it a stir until combined and the perfect dipping consistency.


Dunkaroo!


A nice, thin frosting cap.


Repeat with the rest of the cookies or drizzle over the top if you want a more fancy pants look.


Try not to fall in mapley love.



Clocking in at about 85 calories per cookie...take two...I won't tell!  ;-)

If you can't find the maple cake mix, a spice cake works very well with this!

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  1. another layerOctober 20, 2014 at 8:39 AM

    Those are definitely a great last minute recipe. I'll have to watch for that cake mix. I've never seen it, but then I've never actually looked for it either.

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  2. hollypOctober 20, 2014 at 9:28 AM

    I use spice cake to make mine, they are delicious! I'll have to look for the maple cake, thanks!

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  3. tigalileeOctober 20, 2014 at 12:07 PM

    yum! will try this

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  4. stonemillnzNovember 14, 2015 at 6:46 PM

    Just scored the maple brown sugar cake mix for .62/box. I got a few! Also just cooked and froze all my pumpkin so I have everything I need. I made powdered sugar icing with a touch of maple syrup for dipping. Thanks!

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  5. LisaNovember 24, 2015 at 7:08 AM

    These seem so easy that they are going to be a last minute add to my holiday desserts!

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    1. Anele @ Success Along the WeighNovember 24, 2015 at 7:12 AM

      They are super easy and always go quick! "Cookie crack" is what my family calls them! LOL

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