How much of your grocery budget goes toward snacks and desserts? For many people, this number can reach hundreds of dollars per month – understandably so. It’s difficult to pass up delicious pastries and similar items when they’re staring at your face in the grocery store.
Did you know, though, that you can easily make the things you buy with just a few ingredients at home? Wondering why you should even try? Take a look at the benefits below.
It’s Healthier
Anything you buy ready-made in the store is going to be packed with preservatives and other unhealthy items. Yes, they may be good, but they’re not really good for you or your family. And while there’s nothing wrong with giving in to the temptation on a busy night, you can eat more of your favorite desserts in a much healthier fashion by making them at home.
It Provides a Bonding Experience
In addition to them being delicious, making your favorite pastries at home provides another great benefit. It gives you a fun way to spend time with your kids – and something for everyone to be proud of when the job is done.
You Can Make Pretty Much Anything
Whether you love donuts, cake, chocolate chip cookies, cheesecake, Boston cream pie, banana pudding, or something else, it can be made from the comfort of your kitchen. And most of them require the same basic ingredients, making it even easier to go into your kitchen and be creative.