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A Very Chocolate Christmas

Just because the CDC issued a warning not to allow kids to consume raw cookie dough, doesn’t mean you should put the kibosh on holiday baking with your little ones. My 7-year-old loves to help out in the kitchen, especially this time of year when she can fine-tune her cookie-creating skills. In addition to fostering your child’s creative side, baking also allows kids to sharpen their math skills. By giving them the chance to assist you in the kitchen, youngsters also get schooled in time management, teamwork, and depending on how well the recipe turns out, you will likely see … Continue reading →

No More Chocolate for Breakfast

It’s been quite a summer for my soon-to-be second grader. In less than two weeks her days spent biking until sunset, rolling out of bed at eight (hey, don’t knock it; sleeping until 8 a.m. is a major accomplishment around here), and eating chocolate for breakfast are over. And by over I mean O-VAH! Let me clarify by saying that my kid has not spent the summer scarfing down brownies and Baby Ruth bars in lieu of oatmeal, oranges and other healthy breakfast foods. Rather, she has been getting away with noshing on chocolate chip pancakes, double chocolate muffins and … Continue reading →

Chocolate Easter Desserts

Chocolate and Easter go hand-in-hand, so instead of trying to avoid the inevitable you might as well join in the sugar rush. The following simple chocolate desserts are perfect for an Easter potluck: TRIPLE CHOCOLATE BUNDT CAKE Ingredients for Cake: 1 box devils food cake mix 1 small box instant chocolate pudding mix 2 tablespoons espresso powder 1 cup sour cream, room temperature 3/4 cup vegetable oil 1/2 cup water 4 large eggs, room temperature 12 ounces semi-sweet chocolate chips Ingredients for Glaze: 6 ounces semi-sweet chocolate baking squares 6 ounces butter 2 tablespoons light corn syrup Directions: Preheat oven … Continue reading →

Making Holiday Fudge and Other Chocolate Christmas Treats

You can’t go an entire holiday season without indulging in a little (or a lot) of fudge, right? (I’ll let my hips answer that one.) Actually, for years I lived a fudge-free life (save for the occasional slip up at a holiday party). But, then I found the simplest fudge recipe known to man. It makes creating fabulous fudge so easy it’s dangerous for people like me who have little will power when it comes to sweet treats. Add in my Super Simple Brownie recipe and the holidays are just a 10-pound accident waiting to happen. HOLIDAY FUDGE Ingredients: 12 … Continue reading →

Kids in the Kitchen: How to Make Cute Chocolate Christmas Mice

“‘Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house Not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse…” Mice and Christmas… it’s a combination most home cooks would rather not have to deal with. Unless, of course, you are making these adorable Chocolate Christmas Mice. This particular recipe is an ideal project for young children since it doesn’t include hot ovens, sharp utensils or boiling liquids. Rather, you will be using store-bought items and letting your kids use their imaginations to create cute little edible mice. Once you’re done making your tiny treats store them in an airtight container. … Continue reading →

Love Chocolate? Try This Mississippi Mud Cake!

I have mentioned before that my spouse is from the South. His mom is a great cook. All of my really exceptional, ‘make-my-guests-say-wow’, desserts come from the South. All of my super duper phenomenal tasting chocolate recipes–come from the South. I have yet to visit any part of the South other than Florida, but I’m thinking that part of this “Southern hospitality” or “Southern charm” that I keep hearing about, must have something to do with the desserts. Seriously. . .I haven’t met a recipe or a cook for that matter, that hails from the South, that wasn’t simply scrumptious. … Continue reading →

Amazing Chocolate Bites

I saw this recipe today and I have to share it with you. Yes, it takes a little preparation time, but trust me, from the looks of the recipe and the picture I saw, it’s well worth the time. If you’re looking for THE recipe—the one that solidifies you as a bonafied baking goddess, I think this may it… For this recipe you’ll need: 1 tablespoon softened butter Cocoa powder for dusting pan 8 tablespoons (1 stick) butter 8 ounces special dark or semisweet chocolate, chopped 5 (large) egg yolks 3/4 cup sugar 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract 5 (large) … Continue reading →

Peanut Butter Brownies

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I love brownies, especially those that have peanut butter in them. Here are a couple of recipes I hope you will enjoy! Peanut Butter Brownies (Original) For this recipe, you will need butter, unsweetened chocolate, flour, baking powder, eggs, sugar, vanilla, and peanut butter. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Melt 1/3 cup of butter and two squares of chocolate together then set aside. In a small bowl, combine 2/3 cup of flour, 1/2 teaspoon of baking powder, and 1/4 teaspoon of salt. In a larger bowl, beat two eggs and 1 cup of sugar until light. Add 1 teaspoon … Continue reading →

What Business Do I Have Writing About Home Business?

Since I am a new blogger for the home business blog, you may be wondering whether or not I have a home business. I am proud to say that I currently have not just one, but two home businesses. Both of them are fairly new, since I started them after my son was born and he’s only a little over seven months old. My writing business was the easiest of my two businesses to start because it evolved gradually over time. For a few years, I have been doing legal research and writing for a few attorneys that I know. … Continue reading →

Christmas Candy Desserts

I just threw out a huge bag of leftover Halloween candy. It’s out with the old and in with the new. My daughter just received two Christmas gifts bags filled with chocolate, so I figured I better pitch her Halloween treats in order to make room for the next round of holiday goodies. I hate to waste food, which is why I waited so long to throw out the Halloween candy. But it had to be done. Still, some good came of it. The candy pitching served as incentive for me to dig out some of my family’s favorite candy … Continue reading →