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4 images This isn’t the first time at the Holiday Cookie Box rodeo for these Brazilian Brigadeiros. They made their debut the last time we were living in San Francisco and absolutely stole the show. They are little bites of Brazilian love wrapped in a hug of delicate white chocolate sprinkles. Brigadeiros are perfect for […]
5 images Celebrate the release of Star Wars: The Force Awakens with this amazing Millennium Falcon Peppermint Bark! Rich dark chocolate is layered with smooth white chocolate and crushed candy canes to create a traditional peppermint bark with a fun twist for your favorite Star Wars Fan. It’s here! Midnight tonight marks the official release […]
5 images We’re all treats and no tricks with this quick, easy, and festive recipe for Autumn Mix Candy Bites. Perfect to make in bulk and share with your favorite boys and ghouls. Oh, candy corn. You either love it or you hate it. Or are completely indifferent, yet can eat an entire bag in […]
4 images Chocolate caramels are delicious on their own, but are transformed into a decadent Valentine treat when enrobed in sweet raspberry dark chocolate. RESOURCES Wilton has a limited edition dark cocoa raspberry candy melt. If unavailable, raspberry candy flavoring can be added to dark chocolate melts. GADGETS High Temperature Candy Thermometer
4 images Looking for an easy way to make delicious cannolis at home? Store-bought ice cream cones transform into a creative vessel to serve up this semi-homemade take on the Italian classic. Growing up it was always fun to ask the question “If you could only eat one food for the rest of your life, […]
5 images Rich molasses and traditional gingerbread spices yield a seasonally delicious treat in this recipe for Gingerbread Spice Caramels. It’s no secret around here that I love making caramels and experimenting with different flavor combinations. Several years ago, these Gingerbread Spice Caramels were the first “non-traditional” caramels that I ever made and I immediately […]
3 images Rice Krispies Treats and summer picnics go hand in hand. Give your next batch a splash of color and a burst of flavor this summer by giving them a strawberry twist. I had a bag of Jet-Puffed Strawberry Mallows hanging out in our pantry just waiting for the perfect kitchen adventure. During a recent […]
4 images Sweet honey caramels are layered with fluffy homemade marshmallow and dipped in rich dark chocolate to make these sinfully delicious Chocolate Carmallow Squares. A recurring discussion around here is how much of a mess I’m capable of making in the kitchen. Don’t get me wrong, I always clean up after myself, but we […]
6 images White Hot Chocolate Sticks topped with shamrock sprinkles create a decadent drink with a pinch of green just perfect for St. Patrick’s Day. White hot chocolate. Love it or hate it? I personally love it, but am fully aware that not everyone is as enthusiastic. Though I do love a unique flavor combination […]
3 images Fluffy homemade marshmallows are sinful on their own, but becaome even more decadent with a layer of key lime white chocolate and crushed gingersnaps. These taste just like a slice of key lime pie! GADGETS High Temperature Candy Thermometer RESOURCES Limited Edition Key Lime Candy Melts by Wilton are seasonal; in their absence you […]