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Showing posts with label Desserts. Show all posts

Cinnamon Raisin Pull-Apart Buns


If you love freshly made pastries, this one will become a favorite instantly!  My Cinnamon Raisin Pull-Apart is a hit at parties and holiday gathers, especially around Christmas time.

It’s easy to make, taste bud pleasing, goes a long way and looks scrumptious on the table for family or guests. 

Another thing in its favor is that you can bake this ahead of time.  Simply freeze it in small batches and when needed reheat them in the microwave on reduced settings.

The basic recipe only calls for 5 main ingredients, but it definitely tastes so much better with raisins and nuts.  At first, we only added raisins, but now prefer to include pecans or walnuts as well; both are equally delicious.

There are two options for making these yummy cinnamon buns.  This recipe can be made in the morning and baked later in the day, or let it rest overnight and bake first thing in the morning.  Either way, they are great!

Items you will need: 
cookie sheet, medium mixing bowl, spoon, Bundt pan, plastic wrap.

Prep Time: 8 hours (Don’t panic!)
Bake Time: Approximately 25 minutes
Yields: 4-6 servings

Ingredients

20 unbaked frozen dinner rolls
1 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup instant vanilla pudding mix
2 tsp ground cinnamon
1 stick of melted
½ cup of Duncan Hines classic vanilla ready-made frosting
Optional ½ cup of raisins
Optional ½ cup of walnuts or pecans
Cooking spray

(* For small size batches use ½ the amount of each ingredient except for the butter – be generous!)

Lightly grease a 10-inch Bundt cake pan. Be sure to oil/grease your pan well to prevent your buns from sticking.

For individual servings muffin tins work well, but we make it in a Bundt pan.

Process


Step 1: Place frozen rolls onto a large plate or cookie sheet an let them thaw for about 30 minutes in a cold oven.


Step 2: Mix dry ingredients in a bowl: cinnamon, pudding and sugar.  Stir to mix.  Set aside.


Step 3: Cut individual biscuit rolls into four pieces.  Roll each into a small piece with your hands.


Step 4: Using a spoon, roll each ball of dough into the dry sugar mixture being sure they are covered evenly. Place in the well-greased Bundt pan making sure to go around the pan until all the covered dough balls are evenly distributed in the pan.


Step 5: Pour melted butter over the top evenly covering the dough balls.


Step 6: Cover with a clean, damp cloth or plastic wrap and leave overnight at room temperature to rise.  If you make this in the morning it takes about 8 hours in a cold oven.

Step 7: In the morning or after about 8 hours whichever way you prefer it, preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Bake rolls for 25 minutes, until golden brown.

*Decide if you want to do this before or after removing rolls from pan.

Step 8: Turn rolls out onto a large serving plate.


Step 9: Melt ½ cup of vanilla frosting in microwave for 15-30 seconds.  Stir and spoon drizzle over baked cinnamon rolls.


Don't forget to make extra ... freeze and enjoy later!

9-1/2-Inch Fluted Cake Pan

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National Root Beer Float Day



Celebrate National Root Beer Float Day
August 6th

You will need:
Root Beer
Vanilla Ice Cream
Chilled Glass or Mug
Whip Cream
Straw or Tea Spoon

How to:

1. Pour some of the soda in the glass.
2. Add one scoop of good quality ice cream.
3. Repeat with soda and ice cream.  
4. Top with whipped cream.

Enjoy making floats with different flavors of soda and ice cream!



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National Vanilla Ice Cream Day



Celebrate National Vanilla Ice Cream Day
July 22nd

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National Creamsicle Day

Celebrating Creamsicle Day
 
At the beach, shore or at home it's always a good day for a creamsicle!


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National Ice Cream Sandwich Day

Celebrating National Ice Cream Sandwich Day

 
August 2nd


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Oatmeal Butterscotch Craisin Cookies

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For several years this cookie has been one of my favorites to make and share.  During holidays I make several batches as gifts holding back some to freeze for us.  The problem is they never make it to the freezer. 

I discovered a trick that really brings out the flavor in the cookie.  After the ingredients are mixed I put it in a heavy duty plastic container that seals tight then store it in the refrigerator covered for a few days.  An empty orange sherbet or half gallon ice cream container seals really well. 

Another thing I’ve noticed is that any butterscotch morsel will do, but the Nestles brand tastes the best.   

Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Ready in: 25 min
Yields: Makes 3 dozen 

Ingredients 

1 stick plus 6 tbsp. of soft butter - room temperature

3/4 cups firmly packed brown sugar

1/2 cup honey

3 eggs

2 tablespoon vanilla

1 and 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

1 teaspoon baking soda

1 teaspoon cinnamon

3 cups of quick uncooked oatmeal

1 cup craisins or raisins if you prefer

1 and 1/2 cups of butterscotch morsels
 

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Instructions 

1.    In a large bowl mix butter, honey and brown sugar. Add vanilla and eggs and beat until creamy. I mix my cookie batter by hand, but you can use an electric mixer on low speed. 

2.    Add flour, baking soda and cinnamon. Blend together until well mixed. Stir in oats and then craisins. When mixed add butterscotch morsels. 

3.    Using a cookie or ice cream scoop drop dough in a rounded spoonful onto the ungreased cookie sheets. Flatten them out a little with your finger. 

4.    Bake for about 9-11 minutes or until golden brown. Do not over bake. Cool 2 minutes before placing them on a wire rack. Make sure the cookies are completely cooled before storing them.  

5.    These can be frozen and are really good with coffee or tea. 
 
Want more cookie recipes?  For gift giving packaging, holiday cookie swaps and bake-off ideas take a look at Martha Stewart's Cookies Cookbook.  Every recipe in this 352 page book has a full color photo. 
 
 
 
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Snowball Surprise Quick Cookie Recipe

Snowball Nut Cookies

I was browsing through the cookbooks in a local department store when I first came across the Favorite Brand Name:100 Best Holiday Cookies. Thumbing through it I found a section that listed "Christmas Cookie Quickies".

Looking over the selections I found the Snowball Surprise Cookie recipe. The list of ingredients could easily be tweaked to taste, and instructions seemed to be pretty simple.

Having made other recipes similar to this, I knew it was a recipe I wanted to try.

Why I Like the Recipe


There are several things I like about this versatile dessert. You can use any kind of nut or chocolate and can divide the batch to make a different assortment. This way everyone gets their favorite kind of cookie. If you are looking for a holiday dessert or snack, these are a great party treat and look festive on a decorative plate with holiday trimmings.

One of the best things about this cookie is that you can make it ahead of time and freeze it. When guests arrive, take the cookies out of the freezer and let them set for 30 minutes or so and you have a great dessert with no mess. Serve them on a nice cookie tray or dessert dish with a hot beverage while you fellowship with friends around the table. This is something I grew up doing, and we especially liked it when my Aunt sent her famous cookies like this one for Christmas.

The cookbook was right, it is an easy recipe and one that the entire family could do together. I can picture Moms and kids making this in the kitchen, while the Dads and Uncles are watching a game on television. Being a tactile activity it's one that works well for home schooling lessons as well.

I listed 2 hours as a suggested time, but that includes one hour in the refrigerator. If you don't want toasted nuts in the recipe knock off another ten minutes. So you can tell, it's "quick" to actually make the cookie. For people who have allergies, keep in mind that this recipe has nuts, but can be made with just the chocolate.

For a bit of zing, try suggested adding lemon to the recipe.

The Hershey's Chocolate Chip Applesauce Coffee Cake is a great recipe for the fall to make for holiday celebrations, brunch or afternoon tea. It is another one of our favorites.
 
Prep time: 1 hour 30 min
Cook time: 30 min
Ready in: 2 hours
Yields: Approximately 3 dozen 

Ingredients


2 sticks softened butter (one cup)
3/4 cup powered sugar (to be divided)
2 teaspoons vanilla
1 and 3/4 cup all purpose flour
1 cup toasted and finely chopped pecans or walnuts
3 ounces (1 bar) of chocolate candy with or without almonds broken in 1/2 inch pieces (about 36)
1/4 teaspoon salt (optional) I don't use it myself.

Instructions


1.    NOTE: THIS RECIPE HAS NUTS

2.    Toasting the Nuts: On a cookie sheet toast pecans or walnuts 8-10 minutes in the oven at 350 degrees in a single layer. Stir often until golden brown. After cooling finely chop the nuts.

3.    Use parchment paper or lightly grease cookie sheets.

4.    Beat butter and 1/2 cup of powered sugar in bowl until blended. Stir in vanilla. Add salt and flour gradually until blended. Stir in pecans (nuts).

5.    Make 36 round dough balls using a tablespoon. Press chocolate pieces into individual balls and reshape making sure the chocolate is covered by the dough. You can use Hershey's, Rolo's, Reeses or any chocolate that can be cut into smaller pieces.

6.    Place cookies 1 and 1/2 inches apart on the cookie sheet. Chill in the refrigerator for one hour until the dough is firm.

7.    Preheat over to 350 degrees. Bake until edges are slightly browned about 10-13 minutes depending on oven.

8.    Cool for one minute then sprinkle the remaining powered sugar over the cookies covering them completely.

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Do you have a favorite holiday cookie?

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Southern Strawberry Punch Bowl Cake

Southern Strawberry Punch Bowl Cake 
 

 
I have to admit that I first saw this recipe on Facebook.  It looked so delicious that I couldn’t wait to try making this.  So I had to have an excuse … ah … a Christmas party. 

You’ll be pleased to know that it was a success.  If you are looking for an easy, yet totally yummy dessert that goes a long way this is one you should make. 

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Anchor Hocking Presence Trifle Bowl

Display your dessert beautifully in this fluted clear glass 3 quart bowl.

Measures 8 ½ tall by 8 inches wide.

Dishwasher safe. USA made.

 


Recipe Details

Prep to Table: varies

One Glass Punch or Truffle Bowl

Serves lots!

Ingredients


 1 yellow cake mix (you can use white, but yellow tastes better)

1 (6 oz.) pkg. instant vanilla pudding

1 large can crushed pineapple, drained

1 (10 oz.) pkgs. Sliced frozen strawberries

2 large bananas sliced

1 (16 oz.) carton Light Cool Whip

Directions
Bake the cake according to the directions on the package.  Let them cool several hours. 

Prepare the pudding as directed on the package also and let it cool in the refrigerator as well. 

Divide one cake into 2 inch squares and place them in the bottom of the punch bowl. 

Spread half of the pudding over the cake.  Spoon half of the pineapple, strawberries and bananas over the pudding.   

Evenly spread half of the cool whip over the entire mixture.   

Repeat the same with the remaining ingredients leaving some Cool Whip for the top.  Place in refrigerator overnight (this step is important). 

You may also like to make it with cherry or strawberry pie filling with chopped walnuts on top. 

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