Make Your Favorite Grocery Store Treats From Scratch Using These 7 Recipes

Nothing says nostalgia like our favorite sweets and treats from the grocery store. They're simple and effective with a very distinct flavor.

Honestly, we all know the processed snacks aren't the healthiest for you. Maybe you simply like to know every ingredient you put into your body, or you might just know there is even more potential with each of these snacks, so you can elevate them by making them at home.

Below, discover seven tasty copycat recipes to take your childhood favorites to the next level.

Homemade Cheese Crackers by MJ & Hungryman

Cheese crackers are the ultimate grocery store snack. In fact, we don't know one person who doesn't love them. Now, thanks to MJ & Hungryman, you don't have to rush to the market to buy a box. It's super simple to DIY, requiring only four ingredients: cheddar cheese, flour, butter and yogurt. Clearly, it's also the healthier option!

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Cosmic Brownies by Handle the Heat

Who needs cake and ice cream when you can have a delectable brownie with rainbow sprinkles? Honestly, this recipe from Handle the Heat is even better than the real thing because it is extra fudgy, creamy and chewy. It will practically melt in your mouth with the right proportions of eggs, flour, brown sugar and more.

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Homemade Cool Ranch Doritos by The Cookie Rookie

Just the thought of the tangy cool ranch flavor makes our mouth water. Are you curious to learn what gives it that iconic texture? You'll learn when you make it at home with The Cookie Recipe's. The magic combination is ranch seasoning, smoked paprika, salt, garlic and onion powder. Now, start frying your tortilla chips.

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Irresistible Rye Chip Chex Mix by Nourish and Fete

We are the kind of people who get bored eating the same thing all the time. That's why we enjoy the variety of snacks like trail mix. Nourish and Fete tells you exactly how to get every ingredient to recreate it: pretzels, cereal, peanuts and rye chips. And don't forget the sauce to give it that iconic flavor, using Worcestershire sauce, salt, garlic and onion powder.

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Vanilla Wafers by Sugar Spun Run

Sometimes, we don't want something packed with flavor. Subtlety can often do the trick. For example, a vanilla wafer. Using Sugar Spun Run's instructions, you can make them in less than 30 minutes—with no chilling required. All it takes is butter, vanilla extract, egg, flour and milk, which you probably already have in your pantry.

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Mini Pizza Bagels by The Comfort of Cooking

There were days when we were more excited about frozen food than a home-cooked meal. Pizza bagels were one of those items that always made us cheer. With The Comfort of Cooking, you can have even more fun by assembling them yourself. You just need halved bagels, pizza sauce, cheese and your choice of toppings to perfect.

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Glazed Homemade Vegan Honey Bun by Thank You Berry Much

A glazed honey bun is one of the sweetest and satisfying desserts you can find at your supermarket—or from your kitchen, when you make it yourself. This version is also dairy-free and vegan-friendly with a fluffy texture. Oh, and did we mention you can air-fry it to make it healthier, too?

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Searching for even more recipes? Click HERE to discover seven sweets we enjoyed on National Chocolate Chip Day.