Relaxing is not in my vocabulary right now. But maybe making these gift items will be the perfect break and they will make great last minute gifts. In case you’ve missed other posts on chocolate dipped pretzels, spoons, Oreos and homemade hot cocoa mix, this one has it all in one. Make your shopping list and make some time this … Read More ...
Dark Chocolate Cranberry Vanilla Muffins
I’m officially holiday panicking! I envy all that are done and can sit back and relax till Christmas. There are some extra late nights in my future. I love muffins because you can eat them on the go, quick breakfasts, and dessert. It’s a muffin, it is a healthy dessert. Here is a great breakfast to enjoy while opening gifts … Read More ...
Christmas Gingerbread People Jello Shots
These cute gingerbread people will be a hit at your holiday cocktail party. Even better, your guests can decorate them before eating them. These will need to stay in the fridge till serving and decorating time. As always drink responsibly and if there are kids at the holiday party, let them know these are for adults. Maybe you could have … Read More ...
100 Healthy Holiday Cookies, Cakes and Desserts
With a healthy dinner, you should also serve some healthy desserts. Everyone likes to have a bite or two of desserts. A lot of the recipes are gluten-free, low-calorie, and vegan. Go through the list and click on the recipes that look enticing and it will take you to the website for the recipe.
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Healthy Christmas Dinners
Can you believe Christmas is a week from Friday? Are you still planning your holiday meal? Here are some dinners that are light on calories and fat, but not on taste. Who wants to count calories and fat during the holidays? Certainly not me! These meals can be for the holiday dinner, brunch, party, or even dinner during the weeknight. … Read More ...
DIY Marshmallow Snowman Stirrers
Meaghan at The Decorated Cookie has created her own marshmallow
snowman stirrers that she saw in a William and Sonoma magazine for a fraction of the cost. I think they look better too. Have fun in the kitchen and be creative with the wrapping. The holidays are about spending time with loved ones and appreciating what you have. Yes, it … Read More ...
Eggs and Bacon Breakfast Quinoa Bake
When it comes to the holidays, I splurge on all the bad food. The holidays only come around once a year, so what is one day of being bad. My Doctor would disagree with me, but that is between us. For those of you that are good all year round, here is a healthy Quinoa
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Eggless Christmas Snowball Cookies
No matter how much planning, I always forget the eggs. The eggless recipes are perfect for people like me. These recipes are also good for those last minute baking projects that happen from time to time. I don’t miss those days! Here are some snowballs that you won’t mind having around in the house.
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Mint Chocolate Truffles
These may not make it in to gift baskets and my family may not even learn about them! I’m not a big chocolate fan, unless combined with mint. I would definitely have to buy an extra bag of the Hershey’s Kisses mint truffles
, so I don’t eat them all before making these treats. A great treat for the dessert … Read More ...
How to Make Natural Food Coloring for Baking
If you want a more natural way to bake and that includes not using store bought dyes, here is a recipe to make food coloring for your baked goods. The recipe is for green and red dyes, so this will be perfect for your holiday baking. Baily from Simply Sissom also breaks down the cost of the food coloring.
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Chocolate Croissant Breakfast Bake
Here is a breakfast bake for Christmas morning, brunch or even for dessert. When it comes to Christmas morning, we enjoy the candy, cookies and whatever is in our stocking. Since that is the way it was growing up, I’ve carried on the tradition. I may treat the family to this breakfast though. Perfect to have baking while you open … Read More ...
Darth Vader Christmas Tree
For my Star Wars fans! Forgive me, this really isn’t an edible craft. We could make it edible though. The link is for a tree that is made with Plaster of Paris and silicone molds. How about using melting chocolate in the molds instead. Wrap the cone in fondant and use chocolate melts as glue to place the chocolate molds … Read More ...
Elf on the Shelf Mini Cookies
Are you keeping up with your Elf on the Shelf? We don’t do the Elf on the Shelf, but I love see all the creative ideas. I think some adults have more fun than the kids when it comes to the Elf. Here are some mini cookies that you can make to go with your Elf or a quick … Read More ...
30 Christmas Slow Cooker Recipes
Because Christmas ends within minutes, you don’t want to spend all your time in the kitchen. Here are 33 recipes from breakfast to dessert that you can make in your slow cooker.
You could also use the items throughout the holiday or winter season. Perfect for feeding large families too. I know a few big families who have 2-3 … Read More ...
Easy To Make Snowman Cake Pops
I’ve never seen a double cake pop before, but these snowman cake pops are really cute. They are a little more complicated than one pop, but they look worth it. Really cute for any holiday or winter party. As a snowman lover, I would love to receive these anytime of the year.
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