The gingerbread house is becoming more mainstream and less gingerbread. Although it is an iconic item during the winter holidays, more people are starting to adapt it for the other holidays. I can’t blame them, it is one of our favorite family time during the winter holiday. Although sometimes it doesn’t go up till New Year’s Eve. Anytime you can … Read More ...
Rolo Stuffed Pumpkin Truffles
You can’t go wrong with truffles! They are the perfect treats for any occasion and holidays. Plus, they are easy to make and a great treat to make with the kids. Not only does this truffle have a caramel surprise in the middle, they are also made with the Oreos pumpkin spice cookies. Surprise! These would be cute as gifts … Read More ...
Black Candied Apples
“Could I interest you in a poison apple?” Said no one ever. These look deadly inviting though. These are much more creepier than your typical candied apple or caramel apple for a Halloween party. I love how Bobby at Evermine used real sticks instead of the popsicle sticks. Just trim and wash the ends.
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Guide to Vegan Baking
With the holidays coming up, there is a lot of cooking, baking and socializing. Sometimes you have unexpected guests with dietary needs or are vegan. Here is a guide if you would like to bake some goodies for your vegan guests. I’ll also find some vegan recipes for the holidays to make.
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Mummy Halloween Savory Hot Dog Recipe
Do you need a ghoulish dish to serve at your Halloween party or something quick and easy for Halloween night? These mummy dogs will be perfect. Do you make dinner on Halloween night? We always ordered pizza, since there wasn’t much time after work and trying to get the little one in costume and out early.
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Peanut Butter Fudge Cauldron Lollipops
I wonder if witches make delicious things, but say they put gross items in it to keep from sharing? You’ll want to share these cauldron lollipops with everyone at the Halloween party. I bet you could replace the peanut butter with a different nut butter if you have concerns with peanut allergies. Or just make a regular chocolate cake.
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Chocolate Fudge Brownies and Pumpkin Brown Milkshake
The brownies are gluten free, soy free and vegan and the milkshake can be made vegan and is also soy free, gluten free and dairy free. Please try to have some other alternatives for the kids at Halloween. I know the kids with allergies enjoy seeing something other than chocolate in our candy dish. Actually, a lot of the kids … Read More ...
Apple Cranberry Chicken Salad
One of my favorite sandwiches is chicken salad. I always look for it when we go to sandwich shops, but sometimes I’m very disappointed in the chicken salad. Usually too much mayo. I’ve had chicken salad with walnuts and cranberries and grapes, but never apples. I’ll have to give this a try. This is a vegetarian version, but you could … Read More ...
Owl Cake
This cake was made for a baby shower, but owls are really popular. Plus, it is one of the creatures I think of in the fall and for Halloween. There are great picture tutorials to help you create your own owl cake for a baby shower, birthday or fall gathering.
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Pumpkin Gingersnaps
Because it’s fall, we can’t go without a pumpkin recipe. Poor apples have to take a backseat to the pumpkin fever! This cookie is perfect for fall and can be used right through the fall/winter holiday season. You can make a double batch, bake some now and freeze for the next holiday or when you need a pumpkin fix.
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Quick Apple Cinnamon Rolls
Today I’m going to take a break from the Halloween posts and focus on some fall recipes. Cinnamon Rolls in 30 minutes and with apples!? Yes, please tell me more! This is the perfect fall recipe to enjoy those apples you picked with the family. You could also have it during the holidays, like Christmas morning. These would be perfect … Read More ...
Chocolate Cookies decorated like Pumpkins
These chocolate cookies are decorated like pumpkins, and very cute. A not so in your face decor for Halloween or to enjoy throughout the fall season. Also perfect for those of us that don’t care for the pumpkin flavors of the season, but do enjoy all things fall. A great addition to your potluck during the fall season.
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Easy Candy Spoon Pumpkins
“A spoonful of sugar helps the medicine go down…” How cute are these spoons that look like pumpkins! What a great craft to do with your kids! Just enough sugar for that sweet tooth! Cute little gifts to hand out at Halloween parties. Some extra sweetness to add to their hot cocoa. Maybe even get one of the edible markers … Read More ...
Healthy Halloween Snacks
Candy season has begun! I’m all for letting the kids enjoy their candy, but I’m also in agreement that you have to counter measure all that candy with some healthy stuff. Their little tummies will appreciate it. Plus, there are some kids with allergies that can’t eat candies, but they should still be able to enjoy the fun. There are … Read More ...
Fall Inspired Sayings Apples
Why send a boring plain apple to school, when you could write inspiring words on them. These would be great for a fall party, write words that make you think of fall. Also, you could have apples for a sporting event and write team spirit sayings that go with the sport. Have the kids take an apple to the teacher … Read More ...