I got this cute little book the other day from http://www.paperbackswap.com called “Candy Bouquets Create Your Own Gifts and Centerpieces” and this is the first creation that Courtney and I made from that book (more are soon to follow I’m sure). The book is full of cute little ideas for candy centered gifts for all … Continue reading
Bob got me Bakerella’s cookbook “Cake Pops” for Christmas and I’ve been waiting for a chance to try it out and so I decided that since I’m always making things for other people that for Valentine’s Day I would make Cake Pops for my family. They came out pretty good although I did have a … Continue reading
Here is my second suggestion for Chelsea. I used to make these with my friends when we were teenagers so this recipe comes from memory, let’s hope there aren’t any problems with it. 2 cups chocolate chips 2 cups crunchy peanut butter 1/2 cup butter, softened 3 – 4 cups Rice Krispies 2 cups … Continue reading
(brand new) Since I started as a Dove Chocolate Discoveries Chocolatier, I’ve acquired some candy making equipment that I’ve been dying to try out and so I decided that today was the day! So here is a crash course in making molded chocolates with a tempering unit and transfer sheets. I have two magnetic molds, … Continue reading
Here’s another easy holiday treat idea. Similar to the Rolo Pretzel Bites which come right before these on the blog. 1 bag tiny twist pretzels 1 bag Hershey Kisses, unwrapped 1 bag M &M’s, either plain or peanut (peanut works better) Preheat oven to 250. Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper. Place as many … Continue reading
This is a quick, easy and tasty holiday treat, great for gift giving. No particular culinary skills required. I think this recipe came from my friend Jennifer Harmon. Give em a try but make a lot if you want to have any left to give away! 1 bag tiny twist pretzels 1 bag Rolos, unwrapped … Continue reading
This is a delicious twist on the traditional no bake cookie recipe, only much tastier, from Taste of Home and they go together in a snap so if your sweet tooth is raging, like mine was, you don’t have to wait too long! 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips 1 cup butterscotch chips 1 1/4 cups … Continue reading
On Tuesday I went to the “Taste of Home Cooking School” at Thanksgiving Point in the Barn with my friend Diane. They make a bunch of recipes and give you cooking tips and they have lots of prize giveaways from their sponsors and at the end of the night they give away all the food … Continue reading
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