As we get ready for Spring and Easter, this cute sunflower will be perfect for the dessert table. It can also be made gluten free, if use you a gluten free brownie mix. I had no idea that Peeps were gluten free. So if you need gluten free items for your Easter basket, pick up some Peeps. This would be … Read More ...
Sriracha Candied Bacon
Time to kick your bacon up a notch with some spice! Bacon is good, candied bacon is heaven and now it can be sweet and spicy. Are you drooling yet? If you are a Sriracha sauce
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Kit Kat Nachos
Are you ready for a sugar high? Make a plate of these Kit Kat Nachos for dessert. Is this some thing you could handle? Maybe in my younger days! Your family or guests will either love it or think you are insane. I can already feel the pain of the sugar crash just looking at the picture.
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Maple Bacon Cake Pops
Every fourth Sunday in March is Maple Sunday. You are able to visit farms that make maple syrup and learn the process and enjoy some fresh maple syrup. The smell is heavenly! I bet the smell is heavenly when making these maple bacon cake pops by Christina at Mom’s Messy Miracles. Cake pops for breakfast, sounds like a plan this … Read More ...
Lion Cupcakes and “You Make my Heart Roar” Wrappers
Happy Valentine’s Day! This one came in late, but I don’t believe you need a holiday to tell someone that you love them. These could be made for when someone is having a bad day, for an anniversary, or just as a surprise to show how much you love them. Take away the wrappers and candy hearts and you could … Read More ...
Chocolate Covered Oreo Truffle Hearts
Last minute ideas for Valentine’s Day! Chocolate bark or truffles are great last minute ideas, including this chocolate covered Oreo truffle hearts. Truffles are great alone, but even better for Valentine’s Day when shaped into a heart. Make a trip to the store and surprise your sweetheart or the whole family for Valentine’s Day.
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Nutella Truffles
Besides chocolate barks, truffles are another easy item that can be made and given as a gift. Truffles can be made for any holiday besides Valentine’s Day and can be gifts at a party such as a bridal shower. These are fun to make with the kids too! Let them do the rolling and and sprinkling of items on top.… Read More ...
Hugs and Kisses Bark
Chocolate bark is one of the easiest chocolate treats to make. I love it because you can make it last minute and add whatever you want to it. Beth from Hungry Happenings also made some chocolate X’s and O’s to add to her chocolate bark. Great fun with the kids, craft project at a party, and sweet gift to giveaway.… Read More ...
Mini Chocolate Mailboxes
This is a non-edible fun Valentine’s Day treat to make with the kids. This is perfect for all ages, but definitely for the tweens and older. I would do some prep time in advance for this treat. Especially the paper cutting. It will be easier for assembly day of the mailbox. My favorite part about this craft is going to … Read More ...
Engagement Ring Chocolate Box Cake Topper
Do you know of anyone getting engaged for Valentine’s or the near future? This would be a wonderful idea to present the ring in. The cake topper is made out of a cupcake and chocolate, so you could always present it as is. Let Gretchen from Gretchen’s Bakery take you through the steps to create this beautiful chocolate box and … Read More ...
White Chocolate Hearts
Here is a fun treat that you can make with the kids. Easy to make and they can have fun with decorating. These are great for the older kids to hand out. When the Valentine’s cards in the store are too childish, the tweens and teens want something a little more grown up. You could also give these to the … Read More ...
Peanut Butter Cup Bars
My sweet tooth has gotten to me this morning. This dessert has everything a peanut butter and chocolate lover wants in a dessert. You have peanut butter cheese cake, peanut butter cups, graham cracker crust, peanut butter ganache, and chocolate drizzled on top. Sounds like the perfect dessert for any occasion to me. Except when you are on a diet, … Read More ...
Norm of the North Lollipops
Have you seen the new “Norm of the North” movie yet? Here are some cute lollipops to enjoy before or after the movie. Amazingly, you can already buy the Easter candy along with Valentine’s. Drives me crazy, but then you wouldn’t be able to create these lollipops! These are really easy to make with the kids too.
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Cookie Monster Bark
With blizzards, heavy rain, and sub zero temperatures, you’ll need to keep the kids busy inside. Making chocolate bark is the simple and easy way to go. This one is based off of the lovable Cookie Monster. You and the kids will have lots of fun being creative in the kitchen while the weather outside is frightful.
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Homemade Healthier Andes Mints
Mint and chocolate are one my downfalls and I love Andes Mint. Especially after dinner. What a treat this is after a meal. I only wish my daughter still didn’t like them. This is easy to make with your kids and would be a great dessert at a brunch or make as a gift.
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