Countdown to Christmas 2014 Week 10

Welcome to our 3rd Annual

Countdown to Christmas

2014 

 

An InLinkz Link-up

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12 Days of Baking–Countdown to Christmas 2014

 

Angel Delights

No time to bake? These award winning cookies from 78-year old Frances Van Vynckt, will give you something sweet and easy to make for those holiday parties. My grandmother made something very similar, and now, I want to create some of these great treats.

• 1/4 cup(s) unsalted butter
• 1 cup(s) sugar
• 1 1/2 cup(s) (8 ounces) chopped pitted dates
• 1/8 teaspoon(s) salt
• 1 teaspoon(s) vanilla extract
• 2 cup(s) toasted rice cereal, such as Rice Krispies
• 1 cup(s) shredded coconut

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Directions

1. 1.  Combine butter, sugar and dates in a large saucepan. Cook, stirring constantly, until the butter is melted, the sugar is no longer white and the dates are mostly melted, 8 to 15 minutes. The mixture should be a shiny, brown sticky mass. Remove from the heat.
2. Add salt, vanilla, cereal and coconut; stir well to combine.
3. When cool enough to handle, squeeze and roll the mixture into 1-inch balls. Place on a wax paper-lined baking sheet. Refrigerate until chilled.

Makes 4 dozen.

These treats are quick and easy, and they will delight all of your guests.

Other treats to delight are as follows:

SolanaKaiDesigns

Crystal Prism Beaded Suncatcher Window Ornament

hollyknittercreations

Hand Knit Little Ballerina Dancer Wash Cloth or Dish Cloth

specialtivity

Pink Wings, Crystal and Green and Purple Glass Angel Earrings

PrettyGonzo

Breast Cancer Awareness Bracelet Chaplet Sterling Silver Ribbon Cross

SewAmazin

Pink Hearts Valentine Westie Terrier Applique Embroidered Hand Towels

bluemorningexpressions

Pink Flower Necklace with Yellow Beads Swarovski Crystals Handmade

CraftingMemories1

Crochet Bead Bangle Bracelet Pink Yellow Blue Spiral Rope

KevsKrafts

Shhh, Baby's Dreamin Pink Wall Hanginging Plaque Handcrafted from Birch Wood

LittleApples

Pink Yellow Flower Locket Beaded Shell Crystals Pearls Necklace

http://linorstore.com/

Swarovski Galactic Crystal Pendant Necklace & Earrings Set

ResetarGlassArt

Fuchsia Pink Dichroic Glass Dangle Earrings, Sterling Silver Earwires

TreasuresofJewels

Pink and Victorian Ivory Dragonfly Charm Adjustable Bracelet

postcardsintheattic

Beautiful Vintage Pink Rose on Gold Background

ninascorner

Handmade Crocheted Pony Stuffed Animal Toy

evezbeadz

Sugar Skulls Red, Pinks, and Purples Charm Bracelet

Umeboshi

Bamboo Garden Dichroic Glass Pendant and Earrings Set

TheTwistedRedhead

Pink Handmade Beaded Key Fob Wristlet, ID Holder, Bracelet, One Size

TheSingingBeader

Swarovsk Pink Pearl Crystal Three Strand Necklace With Chain Attached

Wyverndesigns

So Pretty In Pink Memory Wire Bracelet With Glass Beads

KatsAllThat

Kumihimo Dragon Scale Salmon Pink Plus-Size Handmade Bracelet

Covergirlbeads

Light Pastel Pink Handmade Lampwork Glass Beads Opaque Silver 260gfs

jazzitupwithdesignsbynancy

Infinity Scarf Ruffle Lace Pink Red Heart Sassy Lace yarn Rose Dust

ShadowDogDesigns

Handmade Necklace Jasper Coral Sterling OOAK Unique Beaded Jewelry

dianesdangles

Pink Fuchsia Rose Crystals Silver Heart Pendant with Chain Necklace

There are many other gift ideas in our Countdown to Christmas series, so check out these other goodies:
Week 1
Week 2
Week 3
Week 4
Week 5
Week 6
Week 7
Week 8
Week 9

More recipes and goodies:
Fruitcake cookies
Chocolate Macadamia Nut Coconut Cookies
Apple Cider Caramel Cookies
Chocolate Christmas Cookies
Snowflake Cookies
Chai Tea Eggnog Cookies
Pecan Tarts
Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies
Enjoy,

Julie and Blu

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Countdown to Christmas 2014 Week 9

Welcome to our 3rd Annual

Countdown to Christmas

2014 

 

An InLinkz Link-up

get the InLinkz code < -- Get your blog hop code here.

 If anyone would like to join us on the Handmade Community Facebook page, please follow this link. I took the group over from Nikki about a month and a half ago (or so), and it is dedicated to handmade only. We are over 300 strong and working on networking. https://www.facebook.com/groups/handmadecommunity/  

This would be a good time to share our ezine again.

12 Days of Baking–Countdown to Christmas 2014

 

Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies

Makes about 60

1 cup oil
3 cups sugar
2 eggs -- beaten
3 teaspoons vanilla
5 cups flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
2 teaspoons baking soda
2 teaspoons nutmeg
2 teaspoons cinnamon
1 teaspoon allspice
1/4 teaspoon ginger
1 3/4 teaspoons salt
1 29-ounce can solid-pack pumpkin
2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
1 cup chopped walnuts (optional)

Pre-heat oven to 350 F.

Beat oil and sugar in mixing bowl.

Add eggs and vanilla, beating well.

Sift flour, baking powder, baking soda, spices, and salt together.

Add to sugar mixture alternately with pumpkin, beating well after each addition.

Fold in chocolate chips and nuts.

Drop by teaspoonfuls onto greased cookie sheets.

Bake for 10 to 12 minutes or until golden brown.

Cool on wire rack.

Decorate them with sprinkles and the kids will love them.

Now, here are some things you will love:

hollyknittercreations

Happy Holidays Hanging Santa Dish Towel With Hand Knit Topper and Ties

adorebynat

Race Car Thank You Note Cards

SewAmazin

Little Kitty Cats Phone Wallet, Cell Phone Case, Wristlet

SolanaKaiDesigns

Beaded Bookmark Mermaid Silver Live Charm Blue Lampwork Bead

specialtivity

Hand Sewn Blue Iphone 4G/S case Swarovski crystal White snowflake

RSSDesignsInFiber

Blues Fabric Drawstring Pouch Bag with Handmade Filet Crochet Lace Top

bluemorningexpressions

Blue and Yellow Flower Bracelet Red Beads Iridescent Handmade

ResetarGlassArt

Fused Glass Donut Necklace, Turquoise Blue and Black Marbled

KatsAllThat

Swarovski Blue Zircon Antique Copper Sunburst Chandelier Earrings

craftingmemories

Knitted Lavender or Light Purple Slippers

http://www.butterfliesintheattic.com

7 pcs BeachCombed Beach Glass from the shores of Dana Point California

KevsKrafts

Snowman Bell Shaped Christmas Ornament Handmade From Oak Wood

evezbeadz

Blue and White Glass Golf Charm Bracelet

Covergirlbeads

Blueberry Beads Handmade Lampwork Blueberry Encased Half Hole 582090

ElunaJewelry

Blue Malaysia Jade Earrings in Copper

TheTwistedRedhead

Aspen and Pine Trees, Paonia, Colorado, Art Photograph

lindab142

Copper Chain and Royal Blue Lapis Swirl Pendant Necklace

http://umeboshi-jewelry-designs.myshopify.com/

Spirit of the Sea Handmade Dichroic Glass Pendant - Unisex

Wyverndesigns

Blue Lily Polymer Clay Cane Work Three Quarter Inch Two hole Buttons

ShadowDogDesigns

Bark Dog Rescue Handmade Earrings Copper Turquoise Lampwork Jewelry

TheSingingBeader

Dark Navy Denim Blue Sodalite Earrings Long and Dangling Lever Backs

jazzitupwithdesignsbynancy

Bracelet Stack Handmade Bangle Wrap Blue Sodalite Swarovski Crystal

PrettyGonzo

Dangle Clip On Earrings, Blue Crystal and Glass, Pretty, Silver Tone

dianesdangles

Natural Howlite Sodalite Nugget Southwest Beaded Bracelet 7.5" to 8"

There are many other gift ideas in our Countdown to Christmas series, so check out these other goodies:
Week 1
Week 2
Week 3
Week 4
Week 5
Week 6
Week 7
Week 8

More recipes and goodies:
Fruitcake cookies
Chocolate Macadamia Nut Coconut Cookies
Apple Cider Caramel Cookies
Chocolate Christmas Cookies
Snowflake Cookies
Chai Tea Eggnog Cookies
Pecan Tarts
Enjoy,

Julie and Blu

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