Because homemade is always best, we present thee with homemade almond paste. It’s a necessary ingredient for many Scandinavian and Dutch dessert recipes. Homemade Almond Paste Makes about 12 ounces. 1 pound slivered almonds 1 cup powdered sugar 1 egg white 1/4 teaspoon sea salt 1 tablespoon almond extract Place almonds in a food processor and […]
Are you ready for Thanksgiving? Well, you will want it to arrive even sooner after you see these adorable, edible place settings. get a leg up on your turkey day prep now… To make these darlings, you will need to order these little plastic bones in advance: Rubie’s Costume Bag’O Bones Costume Package (10 Piece) These are fantastic […]
Peanut Butter Maple Truffles. If there is one combo I am sure of on this planet, it is maple and peanut butter. I’ve known this since I was five and my grandpa sat beside me giggling while I ate my pancakes topped with peanut butter and maple syrup. He called me his “Peanut Butter Girl”. […]
Money was tight. Sweet tooths were still alive and well. Potatoes were plentiful. The answer was potato candy. Depression Era Potato Candy 1 large russet potato A small pot-o-water 2 pound bag of powdered sugar 1 cup cocoa powder Yellow food coloring (optional) Peel and cut potato. Boil until soft enough to poke a fork through very […]
These Peppermint Patties will please everyone. Whether it be a brunch treat, an addition to this year’s Christmas cookie platter, or for no reason at all, everyone will be coming back for more. Every once and a while nothing will do except for a mint. A peppermint. A chocolate-covered peppermint to be exact. I have just […]
How to Make Meringue Mushrooms. These sweet meringues in the shape of mushrooms are perfect for woodland-themed desserts. Meringue Mushrooms Preheat oven to 225°F. 2 tablespoon cocoa powder for dusting 1/2 cup egg whites 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar 1 cup white sugar Dash of salt 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder 12 ounces semi-sweet chocolate […]
Just when you thought chocolate truffles couldn’t be any better, enter Red Wine Chocolate Truffles. You know, for when you’re feelin’ all fancy-pants. Of course, they can also be enjoyed while drinking Diet Coke and wearing comfortable yoga pants that you just wore to clean house in too. Don’t ask me how I know. I […]
Making marzipan candies with my mom is one of my favorite childhood memories. Sometimes things look good for you but they’re not. You know, like Caesar salad and sledding from the back of an SUV. And, now, marzipan treats made to look like fruits and vegetables. I talked my mom into reliving one of my […]
Where there is Chocolate Pecan Truffles, there is a party. In a way, I guess you could call these party balls. Add dark cocoa powder, and you have a fancy party. I tell you the truth. Chocolate Pecan Truffles 16 ounces high-quality semi-sweet chocolate 1 cup heavy whipping cream 1 cup chopped pecans 1 cup […]
These buttery Cream Cheese Mints are perfect for weddings, baby showers, parties, teas, and luncheons. They are beyond easy to make and require no cooking or baking. Cream Cheese Mints Place all of the ingredients into the mixer. 2pounds powdered sugar 1 teaspoon peppermint extract 4 ounces butter, softened (about 1/2 hour on the counter […]
How to Make Panoramic Sugar Easter Eggs. When I was still old enough to believe in the Easter Bunny, my mom was just getting into cake decorating as a hobby. One of the first things I remember her making was panoramic Easter eggs. She would make them and people would save them for years. I […]
This Chocolate Covered Cordial Cherries recipe couldn’t be more cordial. cor-dial: warm and sincere; friendly: a cordial greeting; cordial relations. Chocolate Covered Cordial Cherries Makes about 50 cordial cherries. 50 maraschino cherries without stems 1 cup unsalted butter, softened 2 pounds powdered sugar 1/4 cup maraschino cherry juice 1/8 cup cherry liqueur (cherry juice if […]
This Peanut Butter Balls recipe is the best I’ve tried so far. Rice Krispies Peanut Butter Balls 1 cup crunchy peanut butter 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened 1/2 teaspoon sea salt 1 cup powdered sugar 2 cups puffed rice cereal 1 1/2 cups Wilton dipping chocolate Mix peanut butter, butter, and salt together. Carefully and slowly add in powdered sugar […]
White Chocolate Peppermint Bark is a beautiful treat for the holidays. White Chocolate Peppermint Bark 1 pound white chocolate 1 12-ounce package red Wilton candy melts 1 teaspoon peppermint extract 4 regular candy canes, crushed Melt white chocolate in the microwave in a glass bowl. Microwave in 30-second intervals and stir in between each interval […]
