Chai spices give Chai Caramel Corn robust flavor that goes well with white or dark chocolate (or both). Chai Caramel Corn is a great snack for family gatherings and it makes your house smell wonderful. When I first started teaching at a university, an international student invited me over for dinner. She made the Pakistani… Continue reading Chai Caramel Corn
Cherries, Chocolate, and citrus brighten up this German sweet bread. Black Forest Stollen keeps well so you can make it ahead or serve it warm. I really enjoy the more relaxed pace of the holidays. Spending time with family and friends just catching up. Of course a lot of that time is spent with food.… Continue reading Black Forest Stollen
This Macanese Sangria is a tribute to one I had in Macao. The bold flavor of red wine combines with Stirrings mixers, juices, and liquors to make a smooth drink. It’s perfect on a hot day or a holiday party with friends. I visited Macao about a year ago. I wasn’t sure what to expect… Continue reading Macanese Sangria
Dark Chocolate Truffles – decadent bites of silky dark chocolate. These only take four ingredients and a short amount of time to prepare. It’s Christmas Eve and I’ve still got a few last minute things to make for friends and neighbors. This year, I’m giving everyone a truffle sampler. They’ll get some White Chocolate Chai… Continue reading Dark Chocolate Truffles
Chocolate Kahlua Christmas Tree Cakes– moist chocolate cake soaked in Kahlua drizzled with a white chocolate Kahlua glaze. I was in my favorite thrift shop a few weeks ago when I found a cast iron Christmas tree “mold”. I love cast iron pans and it was on sale to boot so I had to get… Continue reading Chocolate Kahlua Christmas Tree Cakes
The creamy orange truffle center brings back memories of ice-cream trucks in the summer. Better yet, it only takes three ingredients to make Orange Creamsicle Truffles. When I was a kid, ice-cream trucks circled our neighborhood on hot summer days. It only took small change to get a frozen treat back then so the ice-cream… Continue reading Orange Creamsicle Truffles
Candied Citrus Peel is easy to make and a great way to use left over citrus peels. Candied citrus peel is delightful to eat by itself or can be used in other baked goods. My daughter was the pickiest eater when she was small. It started early when she refused to take a bottle no… Continue reading Candied Citrus Peel
Gingerbread houses are a classic Christmas tradition. My Chocolate Gingerbread House starts with Chocolate Springerle Cookie dough. My daughter, Becky, has a December birthday. When she was little, we always tried to have a craft as part of her party. Sometimes it was just a little girl theme but often we did something for the… Continue reading Chocolate Gingerbread House
White chocolate chai truffles are a great last minute gift and they are surprisingly easy to make. Christmas is one week away. I’ve mailed all my Christmas gifts and will send my cards on Monday. Now’s the crunch time for small gifts for friends and neighbors. The last couple of weeks were so busy I… Continue reading White chocolate chai truffles
Mocha Caramel Popcorn Bark is a great gift for the holidays — if you can part with it. Use Trail’s End Toffee Caramel Popcorn and support your local Boy Scouts while you enjoy this treat! I recently got a call from Trail’s End Popcorn asking if I would review their holiday tins. Both of my… Continue reading Mocha Caramel Popcorn Bark
