Meaghan Mountford
Copycat Dessert Fanatic
I’ve been creating fun food crafts for over 15 years, but I’m especially fond of decorating cookies, drawing on marshmallows, putting stuff on sticks, and any creative manipulation of food, such as unique twists on copycat desserts. My book is Sugarlicious. My blog is The Decorated Cookie. My other blog is Food Craft Ideas. I also have two (somewhat) useless master’s degrees and two (very) distracting little girls. I live in Washington DC.
Meaghan's Recent Posts
Olive Garden Lasagna Dip Recipe
Meaghan Mountford
The Decorated Cookie
Homemade Olive Garden lasagna dip is an easy, delicious appetizer with layers of marinara sauce, sausage, beef, and cheeses. Grab some crostini and dig in!
Wendy’s Frosty Recipe
Meaghan Mountford
The Decorated Cookie
Make your own Wendy’s Frosty Recipe at home with 3 ingredients! (And serve with fries.)
Everything But The Bagel Seasoning Recipe
Meaghan Mountford
The Decorated Cookie
How to make your own everything bagel seasoning blend in seconds with just five ingredients. It's great on everything you season with it!
Lofthouse Cookies Recipe
Meaghan Mountford
The Decorated Cookie
These copycat Lofthouse cookies are delicious, soft sugar cookies topped with pretty pink bakery-style frosting. Perfect for a party!
Homemade Orange Julius Recipe
Meaghan Mountford
The Decorated Cookie
A healthy homemade version of an Orange Julius that tastes even better than the original. Grab your blender!
Instant Pot Panera Mac and Cheese Recipe
Meaghan Mountford
The Decorated Cookie
This Instant Pot Panera mac and cheese recipe is even better than the copycat Panera version, and it's super easy to make in the Instant Pot.
Homemade Williams-Sonoma Marshmallow Snowmen Recipe
Meaghan Mountford
The Decorated Cookie
Homemade Williams-Sonoma Marshmallow Snowmen are just the cutest! You can make your own Marshmallow Snowman treats for your hot cocoa, as seen in the Williams-Sonoma catalog, for a fraction of the price.
Homemade Cheez-It Crackers Recipe
Meaghan Mountford
The Decorated Cookie
Homemade Cheez-It Crackers are one moreish snack. Use your favorite sharp cheddar for one delectable cracker.
Homemade Thin Mints Recipe
Meaghan Mountford
The Decorated Cookie
These homemade Thin Mints cookies are so crazy delicious, easy to make, and taste just like the popular Girl Scouts cookies version. We know you’ll love them!
Homemade Grocery Store Frosting
Meaghan Mountford
The Decorated Cookie
Why are cakes from the grocery store so delicious? It's in the frosting. This easy, homemade grocery store frosting delivers the same sweet, smooth flavor of a store-bought cake.
Homemade Almond Joy Cookies
Meaghan Mountford
The Decorated Cookie
4-ingredient Homemade Almond Joy Cookies: The flavors of the classic candy bar, baked into a delicious cookie. Such a fun, sweet treat!
Homemade Twix Cookie Pops
Meaghan Mountford
The Decorated Cookie
Homemade Twix Cookie Pops are a cute, bite-size lollipop version of the candy bar favorite! Chocolate, caramel, and crunchy cookie — in short, irresistible!
Homemade Candy Buttons Recipe
Meaghan Mountford
The Decorated Cookie
Retro homemade candy buttons are a fun, easy, colorful treat to make for any party. Bet your kids will love ‘em!
Homemade Conversation Hearts
Meaghan Mountford
The Decorated Cookie
Homemade conversation hearts are easy to make and taste so much better than the store-bought Valentine’s Day treat. And bonus: You can make your own candy messages.
Orange Cookies with Edible Flowers Recipe
Meaghan Mountford
The Decorated Cookie
These gorgeous orange cookies with edible flowers are delicately flavored with orange extract and topped with a sprinkle of sugar. For afternoon tea, a lovely gift, or just to enjoy, these floral cookies are just right.
Unicorn Bark
Meaghan Mountford
The Decorated Cookie
It only takes minutes to make this homemade version of the Lolli and Pops Unicorn Bark, and it’s just as sparkly and magical. It makes a super fun treat for parties too!
Reindeer Cake Pops
Meaghan Mountford
The Decorated Cookie
For a fraction of the cost, make your own Williams-Sonoma reindeer cake pops (or, in this shortcut, donut pops) at home. These cute treats are a perfect homemade holiday gift.
Popcorn Factory Popcorn Copycat
Meaghan Mountford
The Decorated Cookie
This Popcorn Factory Popcorn Copycat Recipe couldn’t be easier. Make your own, and surprise the family!
Take 5 Pops
Meaghan Mountford
The Decorated Cookie
These homemade Take 5 pops are easy to make and crazy delicious. All the awesomeness of a Take 5 Candy Bar… on a stick!
Homemade Drumsticks Ice Cream
Meaghan Mountford
The Decorated Cookie
Homemade Drumsticks ice cream is your favorite ice-cream truck treat! Just homemade and served up in a cute jar.
Homemade Starbucks Green Tea Frappuccino
Meaghan Mountford
The Decorated Cookie
This Homemade Starbucks Green Tea Frappuccino is the perfect blend of green tea, creaminess, and sweetness… for a fraction of the price. It’s healthier too!
Homemade Little Debbie Iced Brownies
Meaghan Mountford
The Decorated Cookie
These chewy, fudgy, homemade Little Debbie Iced Brownies taste just like store-bought and are decked out in red, white, and blue for the 4th of July.