I drank a lot of grape soda, but never had a grape ice cream float. I feel like I missed out on something special. This would be great to enjoy during the end of the summer months or you could even have it as a treat throughout the year. Purple is a popular color for Halloween. Is it too soon? … Read More ...
Glow in the Dark Jell-O
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I’m taking a recipe from Halloween that would also be fun during the summer for the kids. How cool would it be to serve the kids some of these glow in the dark Jell-O treats at your next barbecue or camp out!? If you don’t already have a black light, you could find one at your … Read More ...
Butterbeer and Pumpkin Cupcakes
Is it me, or is Harry Potter on 24/7 during the holidays? As a Harry Potter fan, you don’t mind and of course you need some treats to enjoy during the Potter marathon. Although Flick from They Called it the Diamond Blog created this and other goodies for Halloween, I think you can have them anytime you are enjoying Harry … Read More ...
Bacon Wrapped Plantain
Hope everyone survived Halloween night and enjoyed sleeping an extra hour. Of course, when you have animals, that extra hour never happens. One holiday down and two more to go. Feel free to send me requests for items you would liked featured to help you with your holidays. All holiday parties have bacon wrapped something served, how about a new … Read More ...
Halloween Brownie Bark
I wish everyone a safe and trick free Halloween! One last idea for the leftover Halloween candy! This will ensure there is no fighting over the last Snickers bar and also use up all the leftover Halloween baking products. A great dessert to make with the family. You could even divide into sections, so each person gets the candies they … Read More ...
Autumn Turkey Soup
I’m still having a hard time believing that Halloween is tomorrow and then November begins. I really don’t remember time flying by this fast when I was young. I do love Thanksgiving and Christmas, because of all the food and baked goods. Plus, the holidays spirit of family and sharing. This is comfort in a bowl and the perfect way … Read More ...
Cheesy Chicken Broccoli Skulls
In case you are still looking for something to make for Halloween dinner this year, try these scary skulls stuffed with cheesy chicken and broccoli. I’m also showing this so you can see a different use for the pans besides cakes. I like when shown different uses for decorative skull pan
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How to make Pumpkin Cheesecake Bites For Fall
The most frightful thing is to forget to leave room for dessert! I’m not a big dessert person, so I usually steal a bite or ask for a sliver of cake or pie. These bites are perfect, just the right size to fill the sweet need, but not feel guilty. Plus, you could sneak one and not ruin dinner. Perfect … Read More ...
Baked Sweet Potato Roses
I’m happy with a spoonful of sweet potatoes plopped on to my plate, but during the holidays, people like to dress things up a little. Shaping items to look like roses are a hit this year. The beautiful color of the sweet potato is pretty enough for me, but you can add some extra pizzazz by turning them into roses. … Read More ...
Halloween Edible Fruit Scabs
Sounds disgusting? They look pretty gross too, which is perfect for your kids that like to gross people out. This is a great treat to make with your kids and they will have fun wearing the scabs and eating them. Great treat for a Walking Dead party. Put a plate out for the Halloween party for the kids to eat.… Read More ...
Jello Jiggler Jack-O-Lantern
Today I’m going to finish the Halloween treats and move back into fall recipes, Thanksgiving ideas and maybe even the winter holidays. Of course, there may be one or two last minute items. This jello treat would be perfect for a school Halloween party or your own party. The kids would enjoy seeing this after school too.
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Candy Bar Cupcakes
What do you do with your extra candy. We have around 200 kids come into our neighborhood, so it is rare that we have extras. Most of the time we keep a few to enjoy and then my husband takes the rest to share with coworkers. That might be different this year and I’ll have to purchase some at discount … Read More ...
Red Velvet Cake Eyeballs
Do you feel like you are being watched? These creepy cake eyeballs might make the taster think twice about biting into one. These eyeballs are gross as is, but the fact that they are red velvet. Oh my what a surprise. Fill a jar with these eyeballs for the Halloween party or as a ghastly gift to a friend.
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Black Cat Cupcake
The poor black cat gets such a bad rap, but I love them and they make cute cupcakes. I can’t believe Halloween is a week away! I really need to get going on my decorations. These would be a hit at your Halloween party or just make them for a cat lover.
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Adult Halloween Celebration
Halloween isn’t just for the kids. There are lots of adults that like to dress up and get together with their friends for Halloween. Listed below are three drinks to try for your Halloween festivities, plus a non-alcoholic apple pie punch for your designated drivers. The punch can be used for future family friendly festivities.
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