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 … 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 … 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. … Read More...
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 … Read More...
Chocolate Croissant Breakfast Bake
Here is a breakfast bake for Christmas morning, brunch or even for dessert. When it comes to Christmas morning, we enjoy the candy, cookies and whatever is in our stocking. Since that is the way it was growing up, I’ve … Read More...
Darth Vader Christmas Tree
For my Star Wars fans! Forgive me, this really isn’t an edible craft. We could make it edible though. The link is for a tree that is made with Plaster of Paris and silicone molds. How about using melting chocolate … Read More...
Grinch Candy Spoons
Karen from Sugartown Sweets has created a sweet Grinch for all to enjoy. I love the Grinch, especially at the end when he realizes there is more to the meaning of Christmas than the gifts, decorations, and food. These cute … Read More...
Elf on the Shelf Mini Cookies
Are you keeping up with your Elf on the Shelf? We don’t do the Elf on the Shelf, but I love see all the creative ideas. I think some adults have more fun than the kids when it comes … Read More...
HedgeHog Shortbread Cookies
What does a hedgehog have to do with the holidays? Nothing! They are cute and it would be nice to take a small break from the holiday hoopla. Although, it could go well with a winter theme. Have you ever … Read More...
Christmas Gingerbread Boxes and Jars
What’s better than edible gifts? Edible containers to put them in. What is also great about these boxes and mason jars is that you don’t need any special equipment or pattern to make them with. I’d say this is a … Read More...
30 Christmas Slow Cooker Recipes
Because Christmas ends within minutes, you don’t want to spend all your time in the kitchen. Here are 33 recipes from breakfast to dessert that you can make in your slow cooker. You could also use the items throughout … Read More...
Easy To Make Snowman Cake Pops
I’ve never seen a double cake pop before, but these snowman cake pops are really cute. They are a little more complicated than one pop, but they look worth it. Really cute for any holiday or winter party. As a … Read More...
Homemade Mini Marshmallows
Who doesn’t love mini marshmallows in their hot chocolate/cocoa? I actually prefer fluff in my hot chocolate, but I’ll take marshmallows too. These would be great as gifts in a gift basket or add them to the hot cocoa bar … Read More...
Chocolate Reindeer Cupcakes
These adorable cupcakes are made to look like the iconic Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer. You could make all the reindeer by adding chocolate M&Ms as noses instead of the red. I can see them lined up on platter in front … Read More...
Chocolate Olive Oil Crinkle Gelt Cookies
Hanukkah’s version of the chocolate crinkle cookie. How gorgeous does this gold crinkle cookie look. It was created using the Wilton gold spray. You can also get that in silver too. If you don’t celebrate Hanukkah, you could make silver … Read More...
How To Make Fun Gingerbread Star wars Wookie Cookies
I am totally sneaking these in to the new Star Wars movie next week! The gingerbread man has a makeover that will be a hit with the Star Wars fan in your household. If you aren’t a Star Wars fan … Read More...
Brownie Christmas Trees
How cute are these brownies?! An easy treat that you can make with your family and enjoy or bring to a party. You can make the brownies from scratch or buy a box of brownie mix. We always have an … Read More...
Chocolate Hanukkah Cupcake Bites (gluten-free)
Although these cute little cupcake bites were made for Hanukkah, they could be used as a winter cupcake too. Lisa Stander Horel at Gluten free Canteen describes these cupcakes as Hanukkah gelt in a cupcake liner. Not only are these … Read More...
Microwave Rum, Raisin, and Walnut Fudge
Oh fudge! This is a great alternative to baked goods as holiday gifts for friends and family. Plus, it is microwaved so you aren’t a slave to the oven. Which is helpful in the warm weather areas and if you … Read More...
Jack Frost Christmas Cocktail
For some of us, the holidays mean having a few drinks with friends and family. These Jack Frost cocktail may be blue, but it will feel like the tropics after the first sip. Which is where you want to be … Read More...