S’more Truffles

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  S’mores. Fire or no fire. You pick. You are probably (most-likely) in a warmer climate that I am and are still likely having bonfires (unless you’re in Alaska, but otherwise, I win). But I figured out a way to get my S’mores fix in the form of: truffles. Ohhh My!!! These are incredibly De-lic-ious! Consisting of [Read more >>]

For Halloween I want to be…

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That’s a great question…the question I tossed around this weekend. And honestly, I didn’t come up with a clear conclusion. Instead?! I created cute, creepy, delicious little Halloween treats. So if I don’t win the costume contest, I will still be the most popular – just have to win ‘em over with the sweet treats. [Read more >>]

Vanilla Mint Latte

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Vanilla (candiquik), Mint (extract), steamed milk. Latte? Yes…technically speaking.

Monday’s Mini Strawberry Cheesecakes

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Good Morning World. It’s Monday. Definitely Monday, and the feeling of coming down from the weekend high and a weekday “hangover” (not a literal hangover) are in full play.  Back to reality and the real world: it does exist. This weekend was one of those where there were simply not enough hours in each day.

Chocolate Peanut Butter Balls

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Every once in a while I dip whatever I can find in CANDIQUIK… Sometimes I turn CANDIQUIK into cookies. Sometimes into cake…cheesecake too. Sometimes bread… Even animals and characters…true story. Today involves dipping…and we have lots of sugar, peanut butter, regular butter, chocolate, ohhhh and more sugar, to bring you – homemade peanut butter balls coated [Read more >>]

4 Recipes for the 4th!

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  However you celebrate the history of the United States -  whether it be with fireworks, parades, barbecues, parties, carnivals, fairs, picnics, concerts, games, speeches and ceremonies, etc… ENJOY IT. And wow, it’s (almost) July! That means a lot of things to me. Most importantly: The weather better be awesome this month. We only have a [Read more >>]

Candied Apples

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Remember getting candy apples at the fair? Well here’s what I’ve created: a simple caramel apple, with a little flair. Simple, yet de-lic-ious. Let’s call them: Chocolate, Vanilla, Candied, Caramel CANDIQUIK Apples. Or just candied apples… Only 4 ingredients necessary, but you can add as many as you want! Apples CANDIQUIK Caramel Sticks (I used lollipop sticks [Read more >>]

In Honor of all our military soldiers…

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  In Honor of all our military soldiers who have died while in the service and those currently serving our country: I would like to extend the appreciation to our soldiers not only on May 31 but beyond. Officially marked as Memorial Day, May 31 2010 commemorates U.S. soldiers who died while in the service. [Read more >>]

“Cinco” ways to celebrate the month “de Mayo”

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Remembering the Mexican victory over the French at the Battle of Puebla, May 5, 1862, Cinco de Mayo is celebrated with festivities, music, and food! Below are “cinco” recipes that are fun, easy, and I think you will enjoy making! !Express tu amor! Chocolate Fruit Tacos This creation of a dessert taco is delicious and [Read more >>]

3 Ways to “Wow” Mom this Mother’s Day

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Chocolate Covered Strawberries 1 package chocolate CANDIQUIK® 1 package vanilla CANDIQUIK® Strawberries Optional: assorted nuts, sprinkles, etc. These are always fun and easy to make, create your own designs to personalize something special for mom this Mother’s Day.   Chocolate Fruit Cups! Mmm! All you need is: 1 package (16 oz) Vanilla or Chocolate CANDIQUIK® [Read more >>]