Homemade Gift Idea

S’mores Truffles

January 11, 2012 65 comments

Decadent chocolate is combined with Marshmallow Fluff Vodka, stuffed with a mini marshmallow and rolled into graham cracker crumbs for a fun spin on a classic flavor combination.

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Reindeer Chow

December 24, 2011 17 comments

A deliciously sweet snack mix made with Chex, peanut butter, chocolate, and confectioners’ sugar.

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Hot Cocoa Mix In A Jar

December 20, 2011 49 comments

Dutch-process cocoa, confectioners’ sugar and powdered milk create a delicious Hot Cocoa Mix that is perfect for gift giving.

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Homemade Vanilla Marshmallows

December 20, 2011 55 comments

Homemade marshmallows are the perfect accompaniment to a mug of hot chocolate.

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Peppermint Mocha Kahlua Truffles

December 18, 2011 29 comments

Simple chocolate truffles infused with Peppermint Mocha Kahlua and Andes Peppermint Crunch.

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Homemade Gift Ideas from Around the Web

December 15, 2011 19 comments

Homemade, giftable goodies from around the web.

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Homemade Gift Idea: Vanilla Sea Salt

December 5, 2011 30 comments

Vanilla beans and sea salt combine to make the perfect homemade gift for any cook or baker.

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Fundamentals: Simple Homemade Truffles

February 9, 2011 32 comments

What chocolate lover wouldn’t be thrilled with rich, decadent truffles for Valentine’s Day? Instead of heading to the nearest chocolate shop, pick up a few items from the market and make these homemade chocolate truffles with your own two hands! There is something really special about being able to create a delicious and meaningful Valentine’s [...]

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Candied Almonds

February 8, 2011 46 comments

My dad loves any type of nut; cashews, pecans, macadamias, he’ll pretty much nosh on anything you put in front of him, but almonds are probably his favorite. Every Valentine’s Day my mom would drive us across town to the local candy shop to pick up a pound of chocolate covered almonds. We would have [...]

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Homemade Chili and Taco Seasoning

February 3, 2011 49 comments

Do you ever find yourself in the middle of cooking dinner and realize that you’re out of a key ingredient? This happened to me about three years ago when I was in the middle of making a huge pot of chili. After searching my pantry for a nonexistent envelope of chili seasoning, I had to [...]

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Fundamentals: How to Make Homemade Caramel Sauce

January 12, 2011 111 comments

Today is the beginning of a new recipe series I’m dubbing Fundamentals. I get a lot of emails from new bakers asking for basic recipes, tips, and product recommendations that will get them started with their newly acquired baking addiction. While I can’t guarantee rock star status, I can provide you with some practical tips [...]

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