Pistachio Fudge makes a pretty addition to a candy plate or a dessert buffet. It is quick and easy to make – almost foolproof. (I used a handmixer to make it even easier and to ensure everything was well mixed.) The fudge has a smooth, almost fondant like texture that contrasts nicely with the crunchy pistachios. It’s delicate flavor surrounds the robust nut flavor for a nice balance. Pistachios are a member of the cashew family and are nutritionally dense with proven health benefits. There ya go . . . Enjoy! Pistachio Fudge Print Pistachio Fudge makes a pretty addition to a candy plate or a dessert buffet. Author: A Pinch of Joy by Charlene Vance Recipe type: candy Serves: 24 pieces Ingredients ¾ cup white chocolate chips 6 tablespoons butter ⅓ ... [Read More]
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Potato Chip Clusters
It doesn't get much easier than this. Salty, sweet, crisp and melty. Potato Chip Clusters go together really quickly. The biggest amount of time is spent waiting for them to set up. And you can speed that up by placing the parchment lined cookie sheet in the refrigerator or freezer for about 20 minutes. Use your imagination in creating embellishments. I made these early on and still hadn't found the kitchen box from the move with all the Christmas things in it. So red and green sprinkles it was. Either way the taste and texture are still the star! Potato Chip Clusters Print Sweet and salty, crunchy and melty. A perfect mix of texture and flavor. Author: A Pinch of Joy by Charlene Vance Recipe type: Dessert Serves: 3 doz Ingredients 9 ounces white baking ... [Read More]
Christmas Wreath Candy – Cornflakes and Marshmallows
Cornflake Marshmallow Christmas Wreaths are a huge tradition in our family. Grandma used to make these every year and hide them in her closet. Because she knew if she left them anywhere else the early arrivers would sniff them out and every piece would be gone when she was ready to serve them. Everybody liked them – crispy, chewy and bright green. That was THE most requested recipe when we compiled a book of Grandma’s recipes one year. I made a batch for Thanksgiving this year. The wreaths were noted the minute they came in the house. Everyone was grown up until dessert time . . . . and then they were gone in a flash. No chance of this tradition making it to the next generation. They do not have a whisper of hope in ever getting a taste. Using the handle of a wooden spoon ... [Read More]
White Chocolate Blueberry Cheesecake
When Bytes cousin was visiting several weeks ago, she challenged him to try a recipe for White Chocolate Blueberry Dessert she thought sounded really good. He got the ingredients and “aged” them in the pantry. The fruit was used in another recipe but a second container was later purchased and waiting in the fridge. Then Wheels asked Bytes last Friday if he wanted to come along for a dinner out to celebrate my birthday. He said yes, and then committed to making a dessert for after dinner. It was a celebratory dessert worth waiting for! Bytes tweaked the recipe and took photos of the process – a creative bloggy birthday gift. :-) My sister and mister joined us for dessert later in the evening. Their card said “I wish you a day full of smiles. . . “ That dessert was certainly ... [Read More]
Fudgy Chocolate Cookie Dough Mini Cheesecake – No Bake
Fudgy Chocolate Cookie Dough No Bake Cheesecake. The perfect dessert to celebrate a special day -- anniversary, birthday or just because. We’d already celebrated Bytes' birthday at a big family gathering with the traditional cake and a rousing rendition of Happy Birthday. This was a smaller celebration. Perfect for cheesecake and fudginess! I’m always a little hesitant to give preparation times for recipes. They can vary according to how many times the cook rescues a toddler or the number of shortcuts that are taken. Like using already crushed graham crackers. Although putting two packages of graham crackers squares (not oblongs) in their wrapping on the work counter and smacking them smartly several times with the side of a meat axe or a rolling pin is a pretty quick process. ... [Read More]
No-bake Cheesecake Chocolate Covered Bitty Bites
Chocolate covered cheesecake bites - just the right size for a bit of dessert at a party or to end a good meal. The first time I made these I was dismayed. These little things refused any attempt at decoration. Snowflake candies fell off, nonpareils just bounced to the side. Pretty little drizzles of colored melts, swirls – forget it. I don’t have a whole lot of patience for “fiddling” as Grandma called it, so I put the chocolates aside and ditched the pretty picture in my head. Next day, Bytes said “those things are pretty good”. I bit into the crisp chocolate and was smitten with the soft, cheesecake goodness inside. Forget decorations and fancies. Just pure ingredients, well blended and aged properly. Moral of the story: Listen to the candy, people! In keeping with the goal of ... [Read More]
