tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-48867253485208561842024-03-19T05:42:40.511-07:00Spice N' It UpNinahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12425693186657921134noreply@blogger.comBlogger200125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4886725348520856184.post-85213507081304906372010-02-14T10:26:00.002-07:002010-02-14T10:30:47.842-07:00Banana Oat Muffins<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiXLJvKPSFiMrsChzMUw018zldIxZ_rni3kbVvpKFQqBnFiNYYDYZY6dKNhvUib8pOt_C12NRkP2WeLSTXoNUT-cbZEnwwM67hyXl48TXUW_lp7cJ6Vui_t60hXUjp0BODFcNxBOBIFR6RE/s1600-h/IMG_0147.JPG"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiXLJvKPSFiMrsChzMUw018zldIxZ_rni3kbVvpKFQqBnFiNYYDYZY6dKNhvUib8pOt_C12NRkP2WeLSTXoNUT-cbZEnwwM67hyXl48TXUW_lp7cJ6Vui_t60hXUjp0BODFcNxBOBIFR6RE/s320/IMG_0147.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5438152736234536178" border="0" /></a><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Banana Oat Muffins</span><br />from <a href="http://allrecipes.com/Recipe/Banana-Oat-Muffins/Detail.aspx?prop31=1">Allrecipes.com</a><br /><br /><div class="ingredients" style="margin-top: 10px;"> <h3> <span style="font-size:85%;">Ingredients</span></h3> <ul><li class="plaincharacterwrap"> 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour</li><li class="plaincharacterwrap"> 1 cup rolled oats</li><li class="plaincharacterwrap"> 1/2 cup white sugar</li><li class="plaincharacterwrap"> 2 teaspoons baking powder</li><li class="plaincharacterwrap"> 1 teaspoon baking soda</li><li class="plaincharacterwrap"> 1/2 teaspoon salt</li><li class="plaincharacterwrap"> 1 egg</li><li class="plaincharacterwrap"> 3/4 cup milk</li><li class="plaincharacterwrap"> 1/3 cup vegetable oil</li><li class="plaincharacterwrap"> 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract</li><li class="plaincharacterwrap"> 1 cup mashed bananas</li></ul> </div> <div style="border-top: 1px dotted rgb(204, 204, 204); width: 300px; margin-top: 20px;"> </div> <div class="directions" style="margin-top: 10px;"> <h3> <span style="font-size:85%;">Directions</span></h3> <ol><li><span> Combine flour, oats, sugar, baking powder, soda, and salt. </span></li><li><span> In a large bowl, beat the egg lightly. Stir in the milk, oil, and vanilla. Add the mashed banana, and combine thoroughly. Stir the flour mixture into the banana mixture until just combined. Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper bake cups, and divide the batter among them. </span></li><li><span> Bake at 400 degrees F (205 degrees C) for 18 to 20 minutes. </span></li></ol><span>Yields 12 muffins<br /><br /><br /></span> </div>Ninahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12425693186657921134noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4886725348520856184.post-45090266645462893002010-02-14T09:49:00.002-07:002010-02-14T10:05:07.893-07:00Birthday Cupcakes<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiXT36Nb3Rx_fEOQZkm3CeuOTHfajGpFWe80cW5n0i3rZQiCJXczbpYFbzXJX3YTfFplstS8cuKnCDE4MvtZaRmt3_dqA1ztFpahuD60puSWkKzP7xIaqTsesOjVw-Il7sH82tYVgdCl-Le/s1600-h/IMG_0132.JPG"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiXT36Nb3Rx_fEOQZkm3CeuOTHfajGpFWe80cW5n0i3rZQiCJXczbpYFbzXJX3YTfFplstS8cuKnCDE4MvtZaRmt3_dqA1ztFpahuD60puSWkKzP7xIaqTsesOjVw-Il7sH82tYVgdCl-Le/s320/IMG_0132.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5438146078470958514" border="0" /></a><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Star Cupcakes</span><br />Idea from Wilton Cupcake Fun book<br /><br />I made these cupcakes for Chase's birthday. They turned out really cute and they were tasty. The kids loved them. I don't think Chase tried even one though. He doesn't like sweets. I think the cupcakes looked much better in person than in photos. I'm still getting used to my new camera.<br /><br />Ingredients<br /><br />1 recipe of your favorite cupcakes (24 cupcakes)<br />white frosting<br />1 recipe sugar cookies (I used the Wilton one below and <a href="http://spice-n-it-up.blogspot.com/2009/12/cookie-pops.html">here</a>)<br />colored sprinkle sugar<br /><br /><br />Sugar Cookie Recipe<br /><br />1 cup butter, softened<br />1 cup sugar<br />1 large egg<br />1 tsp vanilla<br />2 tsp baking powder<br />3 cups flour<br /><br />Preheat oven to 400 degrees. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar with an electric mixer. Beat in egg and vanilla. Sift baking powder with flour. Add flour mixture, 1 cup at a time, mixing well after each addition. The dough will be very stiff. Blend in the last of the flour by hand. Do not chill dough. Roll and cut out shapes. Bake 8-10 minutes or until cookies are lightly browned. remove cookies to cooling grid to cool completely. One recipe should yield 24 star cookies.<br /><br />Bake 24 cupcakes and let cool. Frost cupcakes. Frost star cookies and sprinkle with sugar. Place cookies on top of cupcakes.Ninahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12425693186657921134noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4886725348520856184.post-16399735623306239972010-01-19T21:07:00.002-07:002010-01-19T21:14:44.824-07:00Wedding Cake<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjPSyYuYXHHE3nMoRS8NTaaiRI2TkA41ieWyR93sS0xAHmHcMrmHbXtNFXcaba0ShtgXD8MEtE7-8eLeNROJ2BqjAp0yKgyqBPJGj5JDKLji13flOHYF3bdJMHha315QBVzwMNcqZwH8Imr/s1600-h/SD534292.JPG"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjPSyYuYXHHE3nMoRS8NTaaiRI2TkA41ieWyR93sS0xAHmHcMrmHbXtNFXcaba0ShtgXD8MEtE7-8eLeNROJ2BqjAp0yKgyqBPJGj5JDKLji13flOHYF3bdJMHha315QBVzwMNcqZwH8Imr/s320/SD534292.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5428670509448108306" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh3Sr25xA2ULATo3h9Qgsvn0HTtJrdbzYjo03Heu1Ec7IX4xx4SY82g0iDCWLYfUIqEFnToDh_vWSnEGMXhyphenhyphenu0kzGkcMUOjfLLb6iBNKMWc1ZBrCzauvntpCwMrA_RhGWpxNX61kNQYlCQC/s1600-h/SD534291.JPG"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh3Sr25xA2ULATo3h9Qgsvn0HTtJrdbzYjo03Heu1Ec7IX4xx4SY82g0iDCWLYfUIqEFnToDh_vWSnEGMXhyphenhyphenu0kzGkcMUOjfLLb6iBNKMWc1ZBrCzauvntpCwMrA_RhGWpxNX61kNQYlCQC/s320/SD534291.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5428670501351223378" border="0" /></a><br />My co-worker asked me to make a cake for her wedding. I was honored. It was a small wedding. The colors were gold and white. She requested a single tiered white cake covered in fondant. I used the same fondant recipe from <a href="http://spice-n-it-up.blogspot.com/2008/04/tiffany-box.html">this post</a>.Ninahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12425693186657921134noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4886725348520856184.post-85531209871178276842010-01-19T20:56:00.003-07:002010-01-19T21:07:31.938-07:00Reeses Cake<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQ2BxITqC37wVkBQ7-wHNPeGdnzjMZsZuOVH_Xm_1NA1zWXLyc-NnD5RKxi4k37NzDcN7MJZOgnAQFgoeqF-Lmk4QKuGsHEu2rYZrxP81B65V_87sxHjtMAH9X3lbe-TizrMgnLm0gqqHw/s1600-h/SD534251.JPG"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQ2BxITqC37wVkBQ7-wHNPeGdnzjMZsZuOVH_Xm_1NA1zWXLyc-NnD5RKxi4k37NzDcN7MJZOgnAQFgoeqF-Lmk4QKuGsHEu2rYZrxP81B65V_87sxHjtMAH9X3lbe-TizrMgnLm0gqqHw/s320/SD534251.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5428668703052683138" border="0" /></a><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Reeses Cake</span><br />from <a href="http://goodthingscatered.blogspot.com/2009/08/reeses-cake.html">Goodthingscatered.blogspot.com</a><br /><br />I made this cake back in September 2009 for my mom's birthday but I'm just now getting around to posting it. I had a terrible time getting the frosting consistency right. It might be the difference in humidity. I had to play with the measurements quite a bit and I still don't think I got it right. The cake was still very tasty.<br /><br />Ingredients:<br />1 recipe your favorite chocolate cake baked into 2-8inch rounds<br />1 stick butter, room temperature<br />1 c. creamy peanut butter<br />5 c. powdered sugar, sifted<br />1/4 – 1/3 c. milk, divided<br />6 full sized Reeses cups<br /><br />Directions:<br />-Bake your favorite chocolate cake recipe according to instructions and let cool completely.<br />-Place Reeses cups into freezer for later use.<br />-In bowl of stand mixer, add butter, peanut butter and 1/8 c. milk.<br />-Mix on slowest setting to combine well.<br />-Slowly add powdered sugar, mixing on slowest setting.<br />-1 Tbsp at a time, add remaining milk, just until desired consistency is reached (you may not need all of it depending on climate and temperature).<br />-When cake layers are cooled completely, level off, and place one layer on serving plate.<br />-Scoop about 1 c. of frosting onto top of layer and spread out with off-set spatula.<br />-Place second, leveled, layer on top of frosting and frost cake fully, reserving about ½ c for decorating.<br />-Remove Resses cups from freezer, unwrap and quarter two cups.<br />-Unwrap remaining Reeses and chop.<br />-Pipe 8 frosting spirals around top of cake, topping each with a Resses quarter.<br />-Place chopped candies in middle of cake top.<br />-Place in fridge until meal time.<br />-Remove cake from fridge 1-2 hours before serving to let come to room temperature.<br /><br />If you like this then you should also try <a href="http://spice-n-it-up.blogspot.com/2010/01/reeses-cupcakes.html">Reeses Cupcakes</a>.Ninahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12425693186657921134noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4886725348520856184.post-61379021477590156532010-01-19T15:34:00.003-07:002010-01-19T15:45:22.652-07:00Valentine's Cookie Basket<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEglGn2QZcR7zXassK0cnF_4PPPCE-qObjPFALsr5f4_QmZlhpZmQNH3AMMQSSFOm75vjAOVSPYu2TfnXTT48VvKzKbcXV9ALyCWW5Hb6d4JbbBbVKlk1U6lGtUTXRxWxz2uQK0fAX8XPPzb/s1600-h/IMG_0129.JPG"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 240px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEglGn2QZcR7zXassK0cnF_4PPPCE-qObjPFALsr5f4_QmZlhpZmQNH3AMMQSSFOm75vjAOVSPYu2TfnXTT48VvKzKbcXV9ALyCWW5Hb6d4JbbBbVKlk1U6lGtUTXRxWxz2uQK0fAX8XPPzb/s320/IMG_0129.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5428585220236025010" border="0" /></a><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Valentines Cookie Basket</span><br /><br />After much prodding from my co-workers, I have decided to sell my baked goods creations for the first time. I am making Valentines Day Cookie Baskets. I will not be shipping this year and I am only making a limited quantity. I have already taken several orders. I am excited and nervous about my new business venture.Ninahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12425693186657921134noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4886725348520856184.post-10362652360218789892010-01-19T15:25:00.003-07:002010-01-19T15:33:22.410-07:00Oatmeal Cookies<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhm0i9_ObAs0gupf99DLsgFPUCccpwmmdnKQ2oS-OcsDqwk7ada_KaLpGeJSEz4mgJ2obRKBqNp3lugl7OoAkPe3UX2TFyc8F0-zTPqjJBwSJmBhma9rhDMZLH1IPf4T-CZFlSIqLjnJ-PW/s1600-h/IMG_0124.JPG"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhm0i9_ObAs0gupf99DLsgFPUCccpwmmdnKQ2oS-OcsDqwk7ada_KaLpGeJSEz4mgJ2obRKBqNp3lugl7OoAkPe3UX2TFyc8F0-zTPqjJBwSJmBhma9rhDMZLH1IPf4T-CZFlSIqLjnJ-PW/s320/IMG_0124.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5428582546470307154" border="0" /></a><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Oatmeal Cookies<br /></span>from <a href="http://allrecipes.com/Recipe/Soft-Oatmeal-Cookies/Detail.aspx">allrecipes.com</a><span style="font-weight: bold;"><br /><br /></span>1 cup butter, softened<br />1 cup white sugar<br />1 cup packed brown sugar<br />2 eggs<br />1 tsp vanilla<br />2 cups all-purpose flour<br />1 tsp baking soda<br />1 tsp salt<br />1 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon<br />3 cups quick cooking oats<br /><span style="font-weight: bold;"><br /></span><ol><li class="plaincharacterwrap" style="overflow: visible;"><span> In a medium bowl, cream together butter, white sugar, and brown sugar. Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla. Combine flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon; stir into the creamed mixture. Mix in oats. Cover, and chill dough for at least one hour. </span></li><li class="plaincharacterwrap" style="overflow: visible;"><span> Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease cookie sheets. Roll the dough into walnut sized balls, and place 2 inches apart on cookie sheets. Flatten each cookie with a large fork dipped in sugar. </span></li><li class="plaincharacterwrap" style="overflow: visible;"><span> Bake for 8 to 10 minutes in preheated oven. Allow cookies to cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. </span></li></ol>Yields 24 large cookiesNinahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12425693186657921134noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4886725348520856184.post-67796435400079951602010-01-19T12:17:00.003-07:002010-01-19T12:29:53.639-07:00Reeses Cupcakes<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhEWG6UvmBIwOU7wLHSS4cM9FxNIP83VobOYLBEUaBjX9JiYW4jNNXZNziQxPIsWOa6eDbrls9wy-Gx0CSTa4jIjkrsKUF-hNbUhbSi4gA4jVbxD1YcaaLTuCfpOm2UjcoKoHlGIibpJ39B/s1600-h/IMG_0113.JPG"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhEWG6UvmBIwOU7wLHSS4cM9FxNIP83VobOYLBEUaBjX9JiYW4jNNXZNziQxPIsWOa6eDbrls9wy-Gx0CSTa4jIjkrsKUF-hNbUhbSi4gA4jVbxD1YcaaLTuCfpOm2UjcoKoHlGIibpJ39B/s320/IMG_0113.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5428535094068509090" border="0" /></a><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEggnk3mYHgq3dodEU2aRKBliAtxdwT9rvwphvBB6cZeL8opMt61P_danWrja14thiLdq-VzPm1aPzaRqIxHwYPCD2ispbD1hkoqgXT-TxFRTIUbILz3Sn8I2Ia7SvlIoTbt0aLtOrrrqJZ-/s1600-h/IMG_0121.JPG"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEggnk3mYHgq3dodEU2aRKBliAtxdwT9rvwphvBB6cZeL8opMt61P_danWrja14thiLdq-VzPm1aPzaRqIxHwYPCD2ispbD1hkoqgXT-TxFRTIUbILz3Sn8I2Ia7SvlIoTbt0aLtOrrrqJZ-/s320/IMG_0121.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5428535109883233938" border="0" /></a><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Reeses Cupcakes</span><br />Idea from The Food Network Magazine Jan/Feb Issue<br /><br />Here is another cupcake idea from the Food Network Magazine with my own twist. Unfortunately the peanut butter sank to the bottom of the cupcakes during baking. If I were to make this recipe again I would probably fill the cupcakes with peanut butter after baking.<br /><br />Ingredients<br />your favorite chocolate cake recipe for 24 cupcakes<br />1 cup creamy peanut butter<br />1/2 cup chocolate melts<br /><br />Directions<br />Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Line cupcake pans with cupcake liners. Prepare your favorite chocolate cupcake recipe per recipe directions. Fill cupcake liners 1/3 full with cake mixture. Add 1 Tablespoon of peanut butter to the center of each cupcake. Fill cupcakes with additional cake mixture until 2/3 full. Bake at 350 degrees for 18 to 21 minutes. Allow cupcakes to cool completely. Frost each cupcake with creamy peanut butter. Heat chocolate melts in the microwave until melted (approximately 1 minute on high, stirring frequently). Spread a circle of chocolate over each cupcake. Place cupcakes in freezer for a few minutes or until chocolate hardens. Serve immediately.Ninahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12425693186657921134noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4886725348520856184.post-25859815271942123212010-01-19T11:57:00.003-07:002010-01-19T12:16:44.794-07:00Snickers Cupcakes<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgX3hT1PQ0Z101_ggb5ZUkLiPxw1Xc-nf_EAITIFo7bwVLiBz2uNmnr9I8FaFDfKkvzvZlL0rb4yvOogJW7r-fsYMLI9OcJlJa_8P2f2H0K-FX6y5fDCabin1kTC1gz0poinR0l009UQPqW/s1600-h/IMG_0107.JPG"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgX3hT1PQ0Z101_ggb5ZUkLiPxw1Xc-nf_EAITIFo7bwVLiBz2uNmnr9I8FaFDfKkvzvZlL0rb4yvOogJW7r-fsYMLI9OcJlJa_8P2f2H0K-FX6y5fDCabin1kTC1gz0poinR0l009UQPqW/s320/IMG_0107.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5428531844533542834" border="0" /></a><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Snickers Cupcakes</span><br />Idea from The Food Network Magazine Jan/Feb 2010 Issue<br /><br />I recently subscribed to the Food Network Magazine. The first issue I received was filled with great ideas. I adapted their recipe for what I had on had plus I wanted to use my own creative twist.<br /><br />Ingredients<br />your favorite chocolate cake recipe for 24 cupcakes<br />1 cup roasted, salted peanuts<br />1/2 cup caramel topping<br />1/2 cup chocolate melts<br />1/2 cup marshmallow fluff<br /><br />Directions<br />Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Line cupcake pans with cupcake liners. Prepare your favorite chocolate cupcake recipe per recipe directions. Fill cupcake liners 1/3 full with cake mixture. Sprinkle 6 to 10 peanuts over each cupcake. Drizzle caramel topping over peanuts. Fill cupcakes with additional cake mixture until 2/3 full. Bake at 350 degrees for 18 to 21 minutes. Allow cupcakes to cool completely. Mix remaining caramel topping with marshmallow fluff to resemble the nougat layer of a Snickers candy bar. Top each cupcake with "nougat". Sprinkle 6 to 10 peanuts over each cupcake. Heat chocolate melts in the microwave until melted (approximately 1 minute on high, stirring frequently). Drizzle chocolate over each cupcake. Place cupcakes in freezer for a few minutes or until chocolate hardens. Serve immediately.Ninahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12425693186657921134noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4886725348520856184.post-66390968099568686602010-01-19T10:58:00.003-07:002010-01-19T11:29:54.077-07:00S'mores Cupcakes<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7bRWDaqKeW3cFg6uznVCDg0RwSc1ci3xeP2a768zVTT8DyTHHzXeqSQRohLFXLOcxZf6Es7C4QuIyL-RjIFn3C8PHd8S6RreKcLLoNqxu25zNSDwr5_pLbz6TShf1OWra8AxiYd79DmP3/s1600-h/IMG_0099.JPG"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7bRWDaqKeW3cFg6uznVCDg0RwSc1ci3xeP2a768zVTT8DyTHHzXeqSQRohLFXLOcxZf6Es7C4QuIyL-RjIFn3C8PHd8S6RreKcLLoNqxu25zNSDwr5_pLbz6TShf1OWra8AxiYd79DmP3/s320/IMG_0099.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5428519730203103026" border="0" /></a><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjjkcXfzxUbX6NIAEXpcS_bQAFMr8kFr-v_ZcjZ4vMHSFnnH2Ydj79KeNSoxCJR_ZL3Z0ILagfJ_R2sjNF7Iyu-hVuUSR5NKp-zsIJxv8UnYm0BNoxtHlqWRvFhLNUVyc50PWoVhqmAUMX3/s1600-h/IMG_0102.JPG"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 240px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjjkcXfzxUbX6NIAEXpcS_bQAFMr8kFr-v_ZcjZ4vMHSFnnH2Ydj79KeNSoxCJR_ZL3Z0ILagfJ_R2sjNF7Iyu-hVuUSR5NKp-zsIJxv8UnYm0BNoxtHlqWRvFhLNUVyc50PWoVhqmAUMX3/s320/IMG_0102.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5428519738075773682" border="0" /></a><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">S'mores Cupcakes</span><br />adapted from: <a href="http://annies-eats.com/2009/11/16/smores-cupcakes/">Annies-eats.com</a><br /><br />I saw these cupcakes on <a href="http://annies-eats.com/2009/11/16/smores-cupcakes/">Annies-eats.com</a> and they looked so good. Mine didn't turn out nearly as cute but I really like the idea of using marshmallow fluff instead of an egg white meringue frosting. These cupcakes have a graham cracker crust base, chocolate cake, marshmallow fluff frosting, topped with a graham cracker or chocolate square garnish.<br /><br />For the graham cracker crust:<br />1½ cups graham cracker crumbs<br />5 1/3 tbsp. unsalted butter, melted<br /><br />For the chocolate cake:<br />your favorite chocolate cake recipe for 24 cupcakes<br /><br />For the frosting:<br />2-10 oz containers of marshmallow fluff<br /><br />Garnish:<br />graham cracker and/or chocolate pieces<br /><br />Directions:<br />Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Line cupcake pan with cupcake liners. Blend graham cracker crumbs and melted butter in a food processor or by hand. Sccop 1 Tablespoon of the graham cracker mixture into each cupcake liner. Press mixture into bottom of each liner to form a crust. Prepare cake mixture according to your favorite recipe. Fill cupcake liners with the chocolate cake mixture until 2/3 full. Bake at 350 degrees for 18 to 21 minutes. Allow cupcakes to fully cool. It is very important to allow cupcakes to fully cool otherwise the marshmallow frosting will drip off. Top each cupcake with marshmallow fluff. Toast the marshmallow fluff with a creme brulee torch. Top with graham cracker pieces or chocolate pieces to garnish. Cupcakes should be served immediately.Ninahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12425693186657921134noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4886725348520856184.post-7057589448123596392010-01-10T21:07:00.002-07:002010-01-10T21:15:54.190-07:00Cocoa Almond Meringues<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjHQ_38EYL7s9ptINxom-ObgkVtWAQSdGVmiOPRX7l1dfxJHikpTPlaxUwArH8ez-t0Hi7RiN1QqyD9ZRjBxsL2z3WO1uz8ZK0lE_jGb-yOETY7pOUF58vCcoPEML6Ve-7_gJf5pGXsinV-/s1600-h/SD534524.JPG"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjHQ_38EYL7s9ptINxom-ObgkVtWAQSdGVmiOPRX7l1dfxJHikpTPlaxUwArH8ez-t0Hi7RiN1QqyD9ZRjBxsL2z3WO1uz8ZK0lE_jGb-yOETY7pOUF58vCcoPEML6Ve-7_gJf5pGXsinV-/s320/SD534524.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5425330928236490930" border="0" /></a><br /><p><span style="font-weight: bold;">Cocoa Almond Meringues</span><br />Source: <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Baking-Home-Yours-Dorie-Greenspan/dp/0618443363/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1247360803&sr=8-1" target="_blank">Baking: From My Home to Yours</a><br />Makes about 30 cookies</p><p>1 C. confectioner’s sugar (plus extra for dusting) *Note: I skipped the dusting<br />1/3 C. finely ground almonds<br />1/4 C. unsweetened cocoa powder<br />4 large egg whites, at room temperature<br />Pinch of salt<br />1/2 C. sugar<br />1/2 t. vanilla extract<br />1/3 C. finely chopped bittersweet chocolate *Note: I used semi-sweet chocolate chips<br /></p> <p>Preheat oven to 300. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.</p> <p>Sift together the confectioner’s sugar, ground almonds, and cocoa. (Note: If you have a food processor, it’s incredibly easy to grind the almonds. Just toss a handful in and pulse until you have a fine meal.)</p> <p>Working with a stand mixer fitted with the whisk attachment or with a hand mixer in a large dry bowl (make sure the bowl is impeccably clean and dry), whip the egg whites and salt on medium speed until the whites are opaque. Increase the speed to medium-high and continue to whip as you add the granulated sugar about 1 tablespoon at a time. Then whip until the whites are firm and hold stiff peaks — they should still be very shiny. Beat in the vanilla, and remove the bowl from the mixer. With a large rubber spatula, quickly but gently fold in the dry ingredients, followed by the chopped chocolate. The whites will deflate a bit as you fold in the dry ingredients — just try to work rapidly and use a light touch so you deflate them as little as possible.</p> <p>Drop the meringue by tablespoonfuls onto the baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches between the mounds. Dust the tops of the cookies very lightly with powdered sugar.*</p> <p>Bake for 10 minutes. Then, without opening the oven door, reduce the oven temp to 200 degrees and bake for 1 hour more. Remove the baking sheets from the oven and allow the meringues to stand in a cool, dry place (not the refrigerator) until they reach room temperature.</p> <p>Carefully peel the meringues off the parchment paper. Store in an airtight tin in a cool, dry environment.</p> <p>Notes: I tried to make the cookies tablespoon-sized, but I still ran out of room on my two cookie sheets and had leftover dough. I baked two cookie sheets side-by-side in the oven, but I suspect you could do one sheet on each rack. Use the racks to divide the oven into thirds first.</p> <p><br /></p><p>If you like this recipe then you might also try <a href="http://spice-n-it-up.blogspot.com/2007/12/snow-caps.html">Snow Caps</a>.<br /></p>Ninahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12425693186657921134noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4886725348520856184.post-74181038144047764892009-12-24T13:51:00.000-07:002009-12-24T13:51:00.216-07:00Breakfast Casserole<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhWDot_KXJQArIvBfbRPykH4e_qhQZOhGbi6O8xvUkR6zOaU4NAzkAY67FPoy1jXt21VdDyczSDP2SDr34jy8NdgNBuDEx3rdnFJU09xV6kd8cUfHBlVSQEx-lsPSonScsux4q-TTxPkuxZ/s1600-h/SD534495.JPG"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhWDot_KXJQArIvBfbRPykH4e_qhQZOhGbi6O8xvUkR6zOaU4NAzkAY67FPoy1jXt21VdDyczSDP2SDr34jy8NdgNBuDEx3rdnFJU09xV6kd8cUfHBlVSQEx-lsPSonScsux4q-TTxPkuxZ/s320/SD534495.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5414921642662010242" border="0" /></a><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Breakfast Casserole<br /></span>adapted from <a href="http://allrecipes.com/Recipe/Hash-Brown-and-Egg-Casserole/Detail.aspx">Allrecipes.com</a><br /><br /><div class="ingredients" style="margin-top: 10px;"> <h3> <span style="font-size:100%;">Ingredients</span></h3> <ul><li class="plaincharacterwrap"> 1 (2 pound) package frozen hash brown potatoes, thawed or 3 medium potatoes, skinned, shredded in a food processor, and browned in a skillet with butter<br /></li><li class="plaincharacterwrap"> 1/2 pound pork sausage</li><li class="plaincharacterwrap">4 strips bacon<br /></li><li class="plaincharacterwrap"> 5 eggs</li><li class="plaincharacterwrap"> 1/2 cup milk</li><li class="plaincharacterwrap"> 1/2 teaspoon onion powder</li><li class="plaincharacterwrap"> 1/8 teaspoon garlic powder</li><li class="plaincharacterwrap"> salt and ground black pepper to taste</li><li class="plaincharacterwrap"> 12 ounces shredded Cheddar cheese</li></ul><span style="font-size:100%;"> </span><div class="directions" style="margin-top: 10px;"> <h3 style="font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-size:100%;"> Directions</span></h3> <ol><li class="plaincharacterwrap" style="overflow: visible;"><span> Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 2 quart baking dish. Place the hash brown potatoes in the bottom of the baking dish. </span></li><li class="plaincharacterwrap" style="overflow: visible;"><span> Heat a skillet over medium heat and cook and stir the sausage until the sausage is crumbly, evenly browned, and no longer pink; drain.<br /></span></li><li class="plaincharacterwrap" style="overflow: visible;">Heat 4 slices of bacon in a skillet and brown on both sides. Let cool then chop into 1/2 inch pieces.<br /><span></span></li><li class="plaincharacterwrap" style="overflow: visible;"><span>Meanwhile, whisk together the eggs, milk, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper, and pour over the potatoes. Layer with half the Cheddar cheese, the sausage and bacon, and the remaining Cheddar cheese. Cover with aluminum foil. </span></li><li class="plaincharacterwrap" style="overflow: visible;"><span> Bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour. Remove cover; return casserole to the oven and bake until a knife inserted into the center comes out clean, about 10 minutes. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving. </span></li></ol> </div> </div><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-weight: bold;"><br /></span></span>Ninahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12425693186657921134noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4886725348520856184.post-10161567313418203792009-12-20T20:54:00.001-07:002010-01-19T15:45:02.795-07:00Cookie Bouquet<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh0UUtwry_gW4aAJTVTJjY7A-P3Su8PQRbY9mqpFIJwyZEqe91QEknN_KeornhH6SfcWTkku9FQCF5LiQfNC79vFXb5ePwaJAhXB1PwSK83pOLLPB3MlhYtlGx9BZpyQzKr5qauqK18XP8c/s1600-h/SD534539.JPG"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 240px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh0UUtwry_gW4aAJTVTJjY7A-P3Su8PQRbY9mqpFIJwyZEqe91QEknN_KeornhH6SfcWTkku9FQCF5LiQfNC79vFXb5ePwaJAhXB1PwSK83pOLLPB3MlhYtlGx9BZpyQzKr5qauqK18XP8c/s320/SD534539.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5425327228345978514" border="0" /></a><br />One of my 12 Days of Christmas Treats items was a <a href="http://spice-n-it-up.blogspot.com/2009/12/cookie-pops.html">Cookie Pop</a>. Each Cookie Pop can be given away individually or as a Cookie Bouquet. Here is a picture of one of my Cookie Bouquets.Ninahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12425693186657921134noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4886725348520856184.post-83992196764125145202009-12-16T20:45:00.000-07:002010-01-10T20:54:34.572-07:00Oatmeal Raisin Cookies<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhK8JfReayDNjTP8CbldTbMsE54uK_6sdb5oweyL45NJYvnepSgD9oo8zweJ0U7aGrspjpCou7eScv-QWBmhfWLyYo398JlUAhoBvG3YmQQVNEMO_9AeQxl5V3G8vL-wztROB5e5LSnUHH_/s1600-h/SD534544.JPG"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 240px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhK8JfReayDNjTP8CbldTbMsE54uK_6sdb5oweyL45NJYvnepSgD9oo8zweJ0U7aGrspjpCou7eScv-QWBmhfWLyYo398JlUAhoBvG3YmQQVNEMO_9AeQxl5V3G8vL-wztROB5e5LSnUHH_/s320/SD534544.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5425325109676279122" border="0" /></a><br /><p style="font-weight: bold;">12 Days of Christmas Treats: Day 12<br /></p><p style="font-weight: bold;">Oatmeal Raisin Cookies</p><p>From: <a href="http://smittenkitchen.com/2009/02/thick-chewy-oatmeal-raisin-cookies/">http://smittenkitchen.com</a><br /></p><p>1/2 cup (1 stick or 4 ounces) butter, softened<br />2/3 cup light brown sugar, packed<br />1 egg<br />1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract<br />3/4 cup all-purpose flour<br />1/2 teaspoon baking soda<br />1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon<br />1/4 teaspoon salt (I often use a half teaspoon, but I like more salt in my baked goods)<br />1 1/2 cups rolled oats<br />3/4 cup raisins<br />1/2 cup walnuts, chopped (optional)</p> <p>Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).</p> <p>In a large bowl, cream together the butter, brown sugar, egg and vanilla until smooth. In a separate bowl, whisk the flour, baking soda, cinnamon and salt together. Stir this into the butter/sugar mixture. Stir in the oats, raisins and walnuts, if using them.</p> <p>At this point you can either chill the dough for a bit in the fridge and then scoop it, or scoop the cookies onto a sheet and then chill the whole tray before baking them. You could also bake them right away, if you’re impatient, but I do find that they end up slighly less thick.</p> <p>The cookies should be two inches apart on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake them for 10 to 12 minutes (your baking time will vary, depending on your oven and how cold the cookies were going in), taking them out when golden at the edges but still a little undercooked-looking on top. Let them sit on the hot baking sheet for five minutes before transferring them to a rack to cool.</p>Ninahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12425693186657921134noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4886725348520856184.post-76501869687075089392009-12-15T05:00:00.001-07:002009-12-15T05:00:03.784-07:00See's Fudge<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiDHyvWgbCLXi3x0704HLbHpoizD7evJYnVAhG0uvCBOoMXhm6EQqEBno96WxVwHH_JA2fb9Tz5k3ef9jmFslGb9eqn-2vcaBT-JIHd9ODjBdJK1AD_plA6LDpTj_fmhVjiF7CoirAyofyb/s1600-h/SD534517.JPG"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiDHyvWgbCLXi3x0704HLbHpoizD7evJYnVAhG0uvCBOoMXhm6EQqEBno96WxVwHH_JA2fb9Tz5k3ef9jmFslGb9eqn-2vcaBT-JIHd9ODjBdJK1AD_plA6LDpTj_fmhVjiF7CoirAyofyb/s320/SD534517.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5414918210569923778" border="0" /></a><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">12 Days of Christmas Treats: Day 11</span><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">See's Fudge</span><br />A friend gave me this recipe that was passed down to her through several generations in her family. Supposedly this is the original fudge recipe used by the See's Chocolate Company.<br /><br />1 12 oz can evaporated milk<br />4 cups sugar<br />18 oz. semi-sweet chocolate chips<br />1 stick butter<br />2 tsp. vanilla<br />2 cups walnuts (optional)<br />28 mini marshmallows<br /><br />Mix and cook milk and sugar. Bring to a boil (will be frothy). Simmer on low for 10 minutes. Add and melt chocolate and butter. Add all marshmallows last. Continue to simmer on low and stir constantly until all marshmallows melt (this can take a while). Pour into tins. Allow to set and cool.<br /><br />Cut into small squares and package in a box for a nice homemade Christmas gift.<br /><br />This recipe is labor intensive and requires a lot of time. If you prefer a simpler fudge recipe try <a href="http://spice-n-it-up.blogspot.com/2008/09/jell-o-chocolate-pudding-fudge.html">Jell-o Chocolate Pudding Fudge</a>.Ninahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12425693186657921134noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4886725348520856184.post-22380187907500930312009-12-14T05:00:00.002-07:002009-12-14T05:00:07.103-07:00Peanut Brittle<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgCJjjCcjBZ1l-mScrrIqCGPNW4TANpxEA9a1yKp9xSGxqfgTRrxnVyl_vu9wDzPWfF9KIMJxizR2yaJp54vOCjrPYe2Vg3D-GFGRNQJAzlTyle7tKmhlRSl9LgXALLyBcQQu4kcIX85IQ2/s1600-h/peanutbrittle.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 291px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgCJjjCcjBZ1l-mScrrIqCGPNW4TANpxEA9a1yKp9xSGxqfgTRrxnVyl_vu9wDzPWfF9KIMJxizR2yaJp54vOCjrPYe2Vg3D-GFGRNQJAzlTyle7tKmhlRSl9LgXALLyBcQQu4kcIX85IQ2/s320/peanutbrittle.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5414919934630599922" border="0" /></a><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">12 Days of Christmas Treats: Day 10<br /><br />Peanut Brittle</span><br />from <a href="http://allrecipes.com/Recipe/Microwave-Oven-Peanut-Brittle/Detail.aspx">Allrecipes.com</a><br /><br /><div class="ingredients" style="margin-top: 10px;"> <h3> <span style="font-size:100%;">Ingredients</span></h3> <ul><li class="plaincharacterwrap"> 1 1/2 cups dry roasted peanuts</li><li class="plaincharacterwrap"> 1 cup white sugar</li><li class="plaincharacterwrap"> 1/2 cup light corn syrup</li><li class="plaincharacterwrap"> 1 pinch salt (optional)</li><li class="plaincharacterwrap"> 1 tablespoon butter</li><li class="plaincharacterwrap"> 1 teaspoon vanilla extract</li><li class="plaincharacterwrap"> 1 teaspoon baking soda</li></ul><div class="directions" style="margin-top: 10px;"> <h3> <span style="font-size:100%;">Directions</span></h3> <ol><li class="plaincharacterwrap" style="overflow: visible;"><span> Grease a baking sheet, and set aside. In a glass bowl, combine peanuts, sugar, corn syrup, and salt. Cook in microwave for 6 to 7 minutes on High (700 W); mixture should be bubbly and peanuts browned. Stir in butter and vanilla; cook 2 to 3 minutes longer. </span></li><li class="plaincharacterwrap" style="overflow: visible;"><span> Quickly stir in baking soda, just until mixture is foamy. Pour immediately onto greased baking sheet. Let cool 15 minutes, or until set. Break into pieces, and store in an airtight container. </span></li></ol> </div> </div><br />Note: this recipe is for a 700 watt microwave. If you are not sure the wattage of your microwave then heat a cup of water in your microwave and note the time it takes for the water to boil. Use <a href="http://www.microwavecookingforone.com/Charts/Wattage.html">this chart</a> to determine the wattage.Ninahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12425693186657921134noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4886725348520856184.post-43499864505107423442009-12-11T05:00:00.000-07:002009-12-11T05:00:04.136-07:00Holiday Cupcakes<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgsGs-dEXCRNDA0EJ3lthN0tSNXau5cKt7XupWS5FQVolsrHRlCRK87uXqjeshZ6YS2gPd2XdjTD9go9eQEwRzXMCqoLBqboNSQSyc-pdoak5a2B2SCQ9kUctB6MvE828kCy6BdHinZWzug/s1600-h/SD534484.JPG"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgsGs-dEXCRNDA0EJ3lthN0tSNXau5cKt7XupWS5FQVolsrHRlCRK87uXqjeshZ6YS2gPd2XdjTD9go9eQEwRzXMCqoLBqboNSQSyc-pdoak5a2B2SCQ9kUctB6MvE828kCy6BdHinZWzug/s320/SD534484.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5413812303015629426" border="0" /></a><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">12 Days of Christmas Treats: Day 9</span><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Holiday Cupcakes</span><br /><br />24 prepared cupcakes<br />white, red, and green fondant<br />buttercream icing<br />3 inch round biscuit cutter<br />leaf cutter<br />fondant veining tool<br />rolling pin<br />mat<br />small red candies such as red hots<br /><br />Roll out white fondant and cut out circles with biscuit cutter. Attach white circles to cupcakes with icing. Roll out green fondant and cut out leaves. Use the veining tool to create leaf veins. Arrange leaves on cupcakes and attach with icing. Attach red candies to leaves with a tiny dab of icing. Roll out red fondant and cut out circles with biscuit cutter. Divide circles into 6 wedges. Place 3 wedges on each cupcake and attach with icing. Roll red and white fondant into 4 inch long pieces. Wrap the pieces around each other. Form into a candy cane and attach to cupcake with icing.Ninahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12425693186657921134noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4886725348520856184.post-25529176175748879812009-12-10T19:53:00.003-07:002009-12-10T20:02:28.323-07:00Chocolate Peppermint Cupcakes<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgf90fm0p2VaikNRXAgg1P8ssm_jrH8t_n6Pg9HjprdBOu6oy3HEBzxzJmUKJPGKVtYgSbKl8ITQIeBNg9lX5fCwGiOoIj6nCQRGgEa9yEqazyX_LHfKEMEiB7i_09FV5nwGMPDbqjB_0PP/s1600-h/SD534469.JPG"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgf90fm0p2VaikNRXAgg1P8ssm_jrH8t_n6Pg9HjprdBOu6oy3HEBzxzJmUKJPGKVtYgSbKl8ITQIeBNg9lX5fCwGiOoIj6nCQRGgEa9yEqazyX_LHfKEMEiB7i_09FV5nwGMPDbqjB_0PP/s320/SD534469.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5413808394878370226" border="0" /></a><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">12 Days of Christmas Treats: Day 8</span> <span style="font-weight: bold;"><br /><br />Chocolate Peppermint Cupcakes</span><br /><br />Your favorite chocolate cake recipe (enough for 18-24 cupcakes)<br />Your favorite chocolate frosting (enough for 18-24 cupcakes)<br />5 regular size candy canes<br /><br />Prepare and bake your favorite chocolate cupcake recipe. Allow cupcakes to cool completely. Prepare a pastry decorating bag with Wilton tip 1M and fill with your favorite chocolate frosting. Chop candy canes in a food processor. Frost cupcakes and immediately sprinkle with candy cane pieces.Ninahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12425693186657921134noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4886725348520856184.post-83069572759435426712009-12-08T05:00:00.001-07:002009-12-08T21:44:58.071-07:00White Candy Fantasy Clusters<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg9hZiRmtq7nLgfdmUO9TwAS83SeFfA_Fzz3A46pQTSAwRsgPJ5LhVkQ3xOp-Nd4WcH6y37-j2_hJyLqbXLIUNYdtcqXFIGx3wNrEROVjxWLh5-e-0WYXPEMf6h6973AZ1XtPtjFVX21C9N/s1600-h/SD534437.JPG"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg9hZiRmtq7nLgfdmUO9TwAS83SeFfA_Fzz3A46pQTSAwRsgPJ5LhVkQ3xOp-Nd4WcH6y37-j2_hJyLqbXLIUNYdtcqXFIGx3wNrEROVjxWLh5-e-0WYXPEMf6h6973AZ1XtPtjFVX21C9N/s320/SD534437.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5413092633480447074" border="0" /></a><span style="font-weight: bold;"><br /><br />12 Days of Christmas Treats: Day 7<br /><br />White Candy Fantasy Clusters</span><br />from <a href="http://chex.com/Recipes/RecipeView.aspx?RecipeId=36225&CategoryId=340">Chex.com</a><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Ingredients</span><br />4 cups Rice Chex® cereal<br />2 cups pretzel sticks, coarsely broken<br />1 cup cashews, coarsely chopped<br />1/2 package (16-oz size) vanilla-flavored candy coating (almond bark)<br />1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Directions</span><br /><table class="RecipeMethodsControl" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0"><tbody><tr><td class="RecipeMethodItemNumber">1.</td><td class="RecipeMethodItem">Spray with cooking spray or grease 13x9-inch pan. In large bowl, mix cereal, pretzels and cashews.</td></tr><tr><td class="RecipeMethodItemNumber">2.</td><td class="RecipeMethodItem">In 2-quart saucepan, melt candy coating over low heat, stirring constantly. Pour over cereal mixture, stirring until evenly coated. Press in pan; cool slightly.</td></tr><tr><td class="RecipeMethodItemNumber">3.</td><td class="RecipeMethodItem">In microwavable bowl, microwave chocolate chips uncovered on High about 1 minute or until chocolate can be stirred smooth (bowl will be hot). Drizzle chocolate over snack. Let stand about 30 minutes or until chocolate is set. Break into clusters. Store in airtight container.</td></tr></tbody></table>Ninahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12425693186657921134noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4886725348520856184.post-32822507057984318662009-12-08T05:00:00.000-07:002009-12-08T05:00:02.514-07:00Homemade Cinnamon Rolls<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgwsgOynkFQzGrsLkO7A4wir6VyIfRjjgGRIw958pukdqyjHvfCUlR4kOrjSQdcSJwMiVqT5u3xSciaDwsI4HzehNsOw9S5F5oc5Qv1q0qyj1WTWuBh05stVYGOTcPnxDNrnjer_UPCUJ7P/s1600-h/SD534457.JPG"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgwsgOynkFQzGrsLkO7A4wir6VyIfRjjgGRIw958pukdqyjHvfCUlR4kOrjSQdcSJwMiVqT5u3xSciaDwsI4HzehNsOw9S5F5oc5Qv1q0qyj1WTWuBh05stVYGOTcPnxDNrnjer_UPCUJ7P/s320/SD534457.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5412723614821458098" border="0" /></a><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">12 Days of Christmas Treats: Day 6</span><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Homemade Cinnamon Rolls</span><br /><br />For the Dough (this is the same dough used in <a href="http://spice-n-it-up.blogspot.com/2009/11/grandninas-birthday-rolls.html">this</a> recipe):<br />1 pkg yeast<br />1/2 cup lukewarm later<br />1 tsp salt<br />1 cup scalded milk<br />2/3 cup shortening (Crisco)<br />6 to 8 cups flour<br />2 eggs<br />1/2 cup sugar<br />1 cup potatoes, mashed<br />butter<br /><br />For Filling and Topping:<br />1 cup brown sugar<br />4 Tbsp butter, melted<br />1 Tbsp cinnamon<br />2 cups powdered sugar<br />1 Tbsp water<br /><br />Add shortening, sugar, salt and eggs to potatoes. Cream well. Dissolve yeast in lukewarm water, add to lukewarm milk, and add to potato mixture. Add sifted flour to make stiff dough. Toss on floured board and knead well. Put in large bowl and let rise until doubled in bulk. Turn out on floured board and kneaded slightly. Rub over top with melted butter. Place in a bowl. Cover tightly and place in refrigerator until ready to use.<br /><br />Roll out dough. Mix brown sugar, butter, and cinnamon together. Spread over dough. Roll dough into a log. Cut log into 1 inch slices. Place rolls on a baking sheet and let rise 1 hour before baking time. Bake at 400 degrees for 15 minutes or until edges start to brown.<br /><br />Mix powdered sugar and water into a flowing but thick icing (add more water if needed). Spread over cinnamon rolls and enjoy.<br /><br />Makes approximately 24 rolls.Ninahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12425693186657921134noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4886725348520856184.post-53530687449715337182009-12-07T05:00:00.002-07:002009-12-07T05:00:08.974-07:00Christmas Candy Melts<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiBfKlnkjk-tj7Hm3OI17xeLo1GyQDXJRvmTWPcMgT4YTa8VZtHZXu34AfeZrqm5F8kmoYL41bd5qcerCwEgGHoy_AWLSAPWrCHXbDHxA6Ocn3zsa1trwJ7bAf2m3sDzsk4T-O_ipgNP6VL/s1600-h/SD534466.JPG"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiBfKlnkjk-tj7Hm3OI17xeLo1GyQDXJRvmTWPcMgT4YTa8VZtHZXu34AfeZrqm5F8kmoYL41bd5qcerCwEgGHoy_AWLSAPWrCHXbDHxA6Ocn3zsa1trwJ7bAf2m3sDzsk4T-O_ipgNP6VL/s320/SD534466.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5412369953512027586" border="0" /></a><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">12 Days of Christmas Treats: Day 5</span><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Christmas Candy Melts</span><br /><br />Wilton Candy Molds and Red, White, Brown, and Blue Candy Melts<br /><br />1. Place Candy Melts in disposable bags. use one bag for each color.<br />2. Microwave at 40% power for 30 seconds. Knead bag.<br />3. Continue to microwave and knead at 15 second intervals until smooth and completely melted.<br />(You can use microwave safe bowls instead of bags. Stir between heating intervals)<br />4. To fill in the details of the mold, Squeeze melted candy onto a plate. Dip a paint brush in candy and "paint" in detail areas of mold.<br />5. Refrigerate until firm.<br />6. Carefully spoon in candy to fill remainder of mold.<br />7. Lightly tap to remove air bubbles.<br />8. Refrigerate until firm.<br />9. Candy will easily tap out of mold when done.<br />10. Place in small plastic bags and secure with ribbon to present as a party favor or set out on a plate.Ninahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12425693186657921134noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4886725348520856184.post-73691263869132080602009-12-04T05:00:00.001-07:002009-12-06T20:18:21.012-07:00Pumpkin Cheesecake<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjk1U3_miGEJee3qh3VC4TaRkOTPYFxV60xAdXodtkJZ86L37ieZKqJQY7sAAs9zu2kz9qgcJAoU1Ave_JVRu59aWdCagYjExlLse5YHOMjzMbjJTG0ibyLP_locKhZFe_lSuDlDeEpRZBS/s1600-h/SD534411.JPG"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; width: 320px; display: block; height: 240px;" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5410860269573713138" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjk1U3_miGEJee3qh3VC4TaRkOTPYFxV60xAdXodtkJZ86L37ieZKqJQY7sAAs9zu2kz9qgcJAoU1Ave_JVRu59aWdCagYjExlLse5YHOMjzMbjJTG0ibyLP_locKhZFe_lSuDlDeEpRZBS/s320/SD534411.JPG" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><strong>12 Days of Christmas Treats: Day 4</strong><br /><br /><div><span style="font-weight: bold;">Pumpkin Cheesecake</span><br /><a href="http://allrecipes.com/Recipe/Pumpkin-Cheesecake-Dessert/Detail.aspx">Allrecipes.com</a><br /><span style="font-size:100%;"><span style="font-weight: bold;"><br /></span>Ingredients</span><div style="margin-top: 10px;" class="ingredients"><ul><li class="plaincharacterwrap">3/4 cup finely chopped walnuts</li><li class="plaincharacterwrap">3/4 cup graham cracker crumbs</li><li class="plaincharacterwrap">1/4 cup sugar</li><li class="plaincharacterwrap">1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon</li><li class="plaincharacterwrap">1/4 teaspoon ground ginger</li><li class="plaincharacterwrap">1/8 teaspoon ground cloves</li><li class="plaincharacterwrap">1/4 cup butter, melted</li></ul>(or you can substitute the above ingredients for a store bought graham cracker crust to save time)<br /><br /><ul><li class="plaincharacterwrap">FILLING:</li><li class="plaincharacterwrap">2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened</li><li class="plaincharacterwrap">3/4 cup sugar</li><li class="plaincharacterwrap">2 eggs, lightly beaten</li><li class="plaincharacterwrap">1 cup canned pumpkin</li><li class="plaincharacterwrap">1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon, divided</li><li class="plaincharacterwrap">2 tablespoons chopped walnuts (omitted)</li></ul></div><div style="border-top: 1px dotted rgb(204, 204, 204); margin-top: 20px; width: 300px;"></div><div style="margin-top: 10px;" class="directions"><h3><span style="font-size:100%;">Directions</span></h3><ol><li style="overflow: visible;" class="plaincharacterwrap"><span style="font-size:100%;">In a small bowl, combine the walnuts, cracker crumbs, sugar and spices; stir in butter. Press onto the bottom of an ungreased 10-in. tart pan with a removable bottom. </span></li><span style="font-size:100%;"><br /></span><li style="overflow: visible;" class="plaincharacterwrap"><span style="font-size:100%;">For filling, in a large mixing bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs; beat on low speed just until combined. Add pumpkin and 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon; beat on low speed just until combined. Pour into crust; sprinkle with walnuts and remaining cinnamon. Place pan on a baking sheet. </span></li><span style="font-size:100%;"><br /></span><li style="overflow: visible;" class="plaincharacterwrap"><span style="font-size:100%;">Bake at 350 degrees F for 35-40 minutes or until center is almost set. Cool on a wire rack for 1-1/2 hours. Store in the refrigerator.</span></li></ol><br /><br /></div></div>Ninahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12425693186657921134noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4886725348520856184.post-86854424984509606292009-12-03T05:00:00.000-07:002009-12-03T05:00:08.384-07:00Cookie Pops<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEil88eevK0qfOfgsH-sUTqGYHKaHlEKYDm1uSqD_KOVVMBvKxYoLV2hh4DSb7lMhuZ-IgWAOt4RV5kUYcgDOjCFaQHWfuHuCypHUYCrj-OWBVWPMnaJmj7pmaBp-tPxz71mmITEjy2SpvqZ/s1600-h/SD534392.JPG"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 240px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5410859673773521906" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEil88eevK0qfOfgsH-sUTqGYHKaHlEKYDm1uSqD_KOVVMBvKxYoLV2hh4DSb7lMhuZ-IgWAOt4RV5kUYcgDOjCFaQHWfuHuCypHUYCrj-OWBVWPMnaJmj7pmaBp-tPxz71mmITEjy2SpvqZ/s320/SD534392.JPG" /></a><br /><strong>12 Days of Christmas Treats: Day 3</strong><br /><br /><div><span style="FONT-WEIGHT: bold">Cookie Pops</span><br />A Wilton Project Idea<br /><br />Supplies:<br />Wilton Comfort Grip Tree cookie cutter<br />Wilton Comfort Grip candy cane cookie cutter<br />8" cookie sticks<br />Red Cookie icing<br />White Cookie icing<br />Green Cookie icing<br />Primary fondant multi-pack<br />Piping gel<br />White nonpareils<br />Parchment paper<br />Rolling pin<br />Shortening<br />Container to display cookie bouquet<br /><br />Sugar Cookie Recipe<br /><br />1 cup butter, softened<br />1 cup sugar<br />1 large egg<br />1 tsp vanilla<br />2 tsp baking powder<br />3 cups flour<br /><br />Preheat oven to 400 degrees. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar with an electric mixer. Beat in egg and vanilla. Sift baking powder with flour. Add flour mixture, 1 cup at a time, mixing well after each addition. The dough will be very stiff. Blend in the last of the flour by hand. Do not chill dough. Roll and cut out shapes. Bake 8-10 minutes or until cookies are lightly browned. remove cookies to cooling grid to cool completely.<br /><br />Tips<br />1. Line cookie sheet with parchment paper.<br />2. Roll dough to a thickness of 3/8" on the parchment paper.<br />3. Dust cookie cutters with flour to prevent sticking. Cut out on parchment paper lined cookie sheet to eliminate transferring. Remove excess dough.<br />4. Leave 1" space between cookies because they will spread slightly when cooking.<br />5. Bake small batches of 3 to 4 cookies at a time.<br />6. To insert cookie sticks<br />-Place hand on top of cookie to hold in place<br />-Insert cookie stick by twisting and pushing stick into cookie<br />-Insert cookie stick all the way to within 1/2" to top of cookie<br /><br />Decorate cookie pops as desired. Present cookie bouquet in a festive container decorated with curling ribbon, tissue paper, and tinsel. Or wrap individual pops in plastic and give as favors.<br /><br /></div>Ninahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12425693186657921134noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4886725348520856184.post-51535154720024368222009-12-02T05:00:00.002-07:002009-12-02T05:00:02.074-07:00Christmas Banana Pumpkin Bread<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgpgcoB89eDwJ9oQvIZo6gLzhjEcMqcTG4a_OY05Q7rNzzbhbL9ydQEm3j2AnBVgVCuKFNBT21VH-Px9PJ4lq8Vm1-9iD0csPTHcg0q5OvCQYxdkrv0vM6fN11rKAN2cZdOHfQhCK2qAmsw/s1600-h/pumpkin+banana.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 197px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5410469097536536114" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgpgcoB89eDwJ9oQvIZo6gLzhjEcMqcTG4a_OY05Q7rNzzbhbL9ydQEm3j2AnBVgVCuKFNBT21VH-Px9PJ4lq8Vm1-9iD0csPTHcg0q5OvCQYxdkrv0vM6fN11rKAN2cZdOHfQhCK2qAmsw/s320/pumpkin+banana.jpg" /></a><br /><div><span style="FONT-WEIGHT: bold">12 Days of Christmas Treats: Day 2</span></div><br /><div><span style="FONT-WEIGHT: bold"></span></div><br /><div><span style="FONT-WEIGHT: bold">Christmas Banana Pumpkin Bread</span><br />adapted from: <a href="http://www.tasteofhome.com/Recipes/Christmas-Banana-Bread">Taste of Home</a><br /><span style="font-size:100%;"></span></div><br /><div><span style="font-size:100%;"><strong>Ingredients</strong></span><br /></div><ul class="ingredients"><li class="ingredient">1/2 cup butter, softened</li><li class="ingredient">1 cup sugar</li><li class="ingredient">2 eggs</li><li class="ingredient">2 cups all-purpose flour</li><li class="ingredient">1 teaspoon baking soda</li><li class="ingredient">1/4 teaspoon salt</li><li class="ingredient">3/4 cups mashed ripe bananas (about 2 medium)</li><li class="ingredient">1/2 cups pumpkin puree </li><li class="ingredient">1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional) </li><li style="POSITION: relative" class="ingredient">1/2 cup <span class="hoverAdTrigger">semisweet chocolate chips</span> </li></ul><h2 style="FONT-WEIGHT: bold"><span style="font-size:100%;">Directions</span><br /></h2><ul class="directions"><li>In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in the bananas and pumpkin puree just until combined.Combine the flour, baking soda and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture. Stir in the chocolate chips and walnuts. </li><br /><li>Pour into a greased 9-in. x 5-in. loaf pan. Bake at 350° for 70-80 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pan to a wire rack.<b> Yield: </b>1 loaf (16 slices). </li></ul><p>Wrap bread in cellophane and tie with a bow to make a great gift or turn recipe into four mini loaves and arrange in a bread basket.</p><p> </p>Ninahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12425693186657921134noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4886725348520856184.post-47401992016842373632009-12-01T05:00:00.000-07:002009-12-01T05:02:30.522-07:00Kris Kringle Snack Mix<span style="font-weight: bold;">12 days of Christmas Treats: Day 1</span><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhaA_fK9QTLglqnPYkZGTitrBLl3WtErwumCAFNcgA1PvQz_QxIJYFortMcfWoUqoI4TlPzG214jqXmUMIiCWoag250idEuIPtjGXpwFs6g78-oLvfa4J8y213kwjHwzUyUh3OXopUO2d-g/s1600/SD534435.JPG"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhaA_fK9QTLglqnPYkZGTitrBLl3WtErwumCAFNcgA1PvQz_QxIJYFortMcfWoUqoI4TlPzG214jqXmUMIiCWoag250idEuIPtjGXpwFs6g78-oLvfa4J8y213kwjHwzUyUh3OXopUO2d-g/s320/SD534435.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5409757663370286322" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Kris Kringle Snack Mix</span><br />adapted from: <a href="http://blog.worldvillage.com/home/fun_kris_kringle_popcorn_snack_mix_for_christmas.html">worldvillage.com</a><br /><br />8 cups Chex cereal<br />1 7-ounce jar of marshmallow creme<br />red and green sprinkles <p>First, preheat your oven to 325 degrees F.</p> <p>On a large cookie sheet, spray cooking spray to cover. Empty your jar of marshmallow creme into a bowl you can use in the microwave.</p> <p>Microwave the marshmellow creme uncovered on high for 1 minute, pause, then stir the creme and continue microwaving for another minute or until it is melted.</p> <p>Gently pour the Chex cereal into the marshmallow creme. Gently stir the cereal until mixed and coated.</p> <p>Next, spread the Chex out on a cookie sheet. Once you have a fairly even layer, sprinkle the Chex with the red and green candies. All you need to do now is bake<a id="KonaLink2" target="undefined" class="kLink" style="text-decoration: underline ! important; position: static;" href="http://blog.worldvillage.com/home/fun_kris_kringle_popcorn_snack_mix_for_christmas.html#"><span style="font-weight: 400; position: static; color: rgb(176, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:13px;" ><span class="kLink" style="font-weight: 400; position: static; color: rgb(176, 0, 0);font-family:Arial;font-size:13px;" ></span></span></a> it for about 10 minutes, stirring just a little after 5 minutes or until the marshmallow coating is dry.</p> <p>Cool completely on cookie sheet placed on top of a wire rack. At this point it will all be one mass of coated Chex. Once it is cooled, you can break it up into large pieces and serve. Delicious!</p> <p>This recipe for serves/makes 8 cups.</p><p>Package in a holiday themed plastic pail to make a great gift.<br /></p>Ninahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12425693186657921134noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4886725348520856184.post-40414892542757971512009-11-30T05:35:00.001-07:002009-11-30T05:35:00.156-07:0012 Days of Christmas TreatsSome of you may remember my <a href="http://spice-n-it-up.blogspot.com/2008/12/12-days-of-cookies-recap.html">12 Days of Christmas Cookies</a> last year. This year I am going to do a similar challenge. Each of the first 12 days of December I am going to make a different Christmas treat. If you want to join me in this challenge feel free to use this logo.<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiDOwe9ioln7S64msySKETPOPnqSnF2iDOOyhzCb9KOHf0o7edCef_jyk2hQIdj9_oIMYJXS4mW2swGP3K8pfrQQES0ktOg7YdwNQmqMNR30b6PFGJU8jUwjxAswBx6WLyyfyIaFupSEbkP/s1600/12+Days+of+Christmas+Treats+Logo.png"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 302px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiDOwe9ioln7S64msySKETPOPnqSnF2iDOOyhzCb9KOHf0o7edCef_jyk2hQIdj9_oIMYJXS4mW2swGP3K8pfrQQES0ktOg7YdwNQmqMNR30b6PFGJU8jUwjxAswBx6WLyyfyIaFupSEbkP/s320/12+Days+of+Christmas+Treats+Logo.png" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5409752114789608562" border="0" /></a><br />I am really looking forward to this year's challenge. I have a few treats in mind already. Stay tuned because I think you will enjoy these. Many of them will make easy and great Christmas gifts.Ninahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12425693186657921134noreply@blogger.com0