This dessert is two in one. Not only are you getting a delicious cake, but you can also eat the wrapping and the bow. Your guests will be wowed! Elizabeth at SugarHero has wonderful photo tutorials for the packages and and the bows. She also gives you a link to find the transfer paper to make patterns for your packaging. … Read More ...
Sugar Cookie Cheesecake
Let the kids have the cookies, while you enjoy cheesecake flavored like your beloved sugar cookies. If you are going to take a night off from dieting, this is your dessert for that night. This would be a great dessert for any holiday party. I bet Santa would appreciate a slice of cheesecake instead of cookies.
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Figgy Pudding Cookies
I’ve never had figgy pudding and the only memory of figgy pudding is the request for it in “We Wish You a Merry Christmas” song or mentioned in some holiday movies. These cookies will be a great delight for the holiday baking season. I feel like making some to enjoy while watching “The Christmas Carol”.
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Wizard Themed Crafts
Here are some great stocking stuffers ideas for a Harry Potter fan or just a wizard fan in general. These would also be great to make during the winter break and enjoy while watching your favor wizard movie. Maybe you have a birthday party you need to plan for your little wizards. I could use an actual magic wand right … Read More ...
Relaxing Holiday Crafts
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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How To Make Canned Frosting Look Like Royal Icing
Are you envious of those beautiful cookies with the royal icing? Would you love to make them, but don’t have the time or patience. That is me, because I procrastinate, but Ashton from Something Swanky has a technique that uses canned frosting
. It doesn’t have that beautiful harden finish, but it will still be pretty and glossy. Plus, it … Read More ...
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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