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Sparkly Spice Bites make a great holiday cookie for a few reasons. They are very light, which make them perfect for shipping to loved ones. They also hold up great in a sealed container. If you find the traditional ginger cookies a bit too strong tasting, or if you are just looking for a twist to the traditional gingersnap, try these out. To get the sparkly, sugar top, simply dunk one end in milk, then sprinkle with sugar. The top will have a sweet crunch,…
Are you looking to add a little color to your cookie tray this year? If you aren’t afraid of some seriously sweet treats, I recommend these tasty Cathedral Windows. They are more candy than cookie, truth be told. A little bit messy, certainly, but they are festive and a delicious throwback to old fashioned treats. Cathedral Windows Makes about two dozen 1/4 cup butter 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips 2 eggs, beaten (or any egg beater type product, as long as it is pasturized) 1…
If you are looking for something different than the same old baked sweet potatoes, try this twist. Coconut, orange zest and marshmallows jazz things up perfectly as long as you have a bit of a sweet tooth like I do. Sweet Potato Bundles Makes 6-8 servings 4 large sweet potatoes 2/3 cup packed brown sugar 2 tablespoons orange juice 1 teaspoon orange zest 1/2 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg 2 cups shredded coconut, sweetened 1/2 cup granulated sugar 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1 large marshmallow per…
I’m happy to share with you all a very easy and impressive dessert that would be perfect for your holiday dessert table. A Raspberry Charlotte is not something you typically see made these days, which is a shame because it is easy and delicious. This beautiful dessert will wow your guests, trust me. Elegant Raspberry Charlotte Makes many servings Raspberry Cream (recipe follows) 1 – 2 packages lady fingers, depending on your trifle dish size Raspberries to garnish Whipped cream to garnish (optional) Raspberry Cream:…
There’s something really special about surrounding yourself with handmade goodness around the holidays, and with Christmas just around the corner, there’s still time left for some fun and festive DIYs! Whether you’re a craft klutz or connoisseur, this list has a little something for everyone! … 01. This super shiny tinsel garland wreath is sure to jazz up the drabbest of doors! 02. You and your kiddos will have so much fun making these paint ornaments! 03. What an excellent tutorial for making your own…
Oldie, but goodie from 2008: No, we don’t celebrate Santa. Yes, we do celebrate Christmas. Do we care if you celebrate Santa? Nope. Do you care if we choose not to? Yes. Of course, I am generalizing when I say “you”. I’m sure many of “you” have no problem with our decision, and maybe even practice it yourself. I just haven’t met you yet. I am generalizing because MOST of the reactions I get from strangers, friends, and some family members are of shock and…
I present to you::: Photo by Suzanne @ Happy Chaos I saw this idea about two years ago and saved it! Now that Jax is old enough we can do some really fun and amazing things! Inside this jar are 25 scrap pieces of paper. Written on them are some awesome activities for us to do. Each morning leading up to Christmas, Jaxon will pick one out of the jar. That evening we will complete the activitiy. I won’t list all the activities right now….but…
Amy Bellgardt is a wife and mom of two boys, as well as founder and lead blogger at Mom Spark. Amy also manages Mom Spark Media, a social media and marketing firm.
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