Nilla Wafer Bark

 

Make this no bake Nilla Wafer Bark the next time you crave a sweet that is soft, crunchy and delicious! It is made with common pantry staples to make a fast candy that everyone is sure to love.

This recipe is so easy you might want to get the kids in the kitchen to help you prepare this for a dessert to enjoy at home, or a treat to share with friends.

I love to make homemade bark. My husband Adam loves candy, so these kind of recipes are always a hit at home. This one is no exception; it is easy to whip up when you realize a sweet is needed, and no matter what you have on hand, I know you are going to come up with something totally tasty.

1 cup of white chocolate chips

1 cup of sprinkle white chocolate chips

1 cup of vanilla wafers

1 ½ c large marshmallows (or about 12)

½ tsp crisco or coconut oil

Directions:

1. Line a baking dish with parchment paper.
2. Add vanilla wafers to the baking dish.
3. Add marshmallows to the dish.
4. Melt white chocolate chips, sprinkle chocolate chips and crisco together over a double boiler, or in the microwave. Stir often. When the chocolate chips can be stirred smooth, remove from heat.
5. Pour the melted white chocolate over the contents of the baking dish.
6. If needed, stir everything around to completely cover with melted white chocolate.
7. Stick in the refrigerator for about 45 minutes, or until the white chocolate has hardened.
8. Cut into chunks and enjoy.
9. Store leftovers in an airtight container.

Keep this easy recipe on hand for those times that the pantry is bare, or maybe you just crave candy but don't have the time to dash to the store. This also makes a great homemade gift to share at the holidays with a candy lover in your life.

If you are looking for more homemade bark recipes you won't want to miss these favorites.

Easy Rudolph Bark

Melted Snowman Bark

Grape Nuts Bark

Nuts About Cookies Bark

Fruity Pebbles Bark

Fruity Pebbles Bark

 This no bake treat couldn't be easier! It is fun to make and gift to friends. Kids especially love this bark recipe because it is so colorful. In fact, this fruity pebbles bark is so easy you should totally get the kids involved in making it!

Bark is my bag this year. I have been making it a lot because my husband is a candy addict, and I refuse to make a special candy run for him every evening. Instead I make something like this once a week to satisfy his need for sweets. This recipe is so easy. And it is unique. It has sweet elements, soft parts, and a perfect crunch. 

Ingredients:

1 cup of fruity pebbles cereal

½  to 1  cup of fruity mini marshmallows 

2 cups of white chocolate chips

1 teaspoon of crisco (or coconut oil)

Directions:

Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Pour fruity pebbles cereal on the baking sheet.

Sprinkle mini fruity marshmallows over the cereal. If you love fruity marshmallows, add a cup. Otherwise

, a ½ cup is enough.

Pour the white chocolate chips into a large heat safe bowl.

Add crisco or coconut oil to the white chocolate chips.

Using a double boiler or the microwave, melt the chocolate chips, stirring often, until they are melted

“smooth”.

Pour the melted white chocolate chips over the cereal and marshmallows and allow to harden.

Break into chunks and enjoy!

If you need a quick and easy homemade treat to share with friends at a party. Or maybe a homemade gift that you can make in a minute, this is perfect for that! 

Store it in an airtight container or in decorative bags.

This works anytime of year, not just at the holidays. Anyone who loves fruity pebbles cereal will love this easy homemade candy.

While you are here check out some of these favorite recipes using cereal.
Cocoa Pebbles Smoothie
Cocoa Pebbles Treats
Fruity Pebbles Treats

Nuts About Cookies Bark

When you have a very busy child underfoot and an infant to contend with the chances of baking a cake from scratch are slim to none. Too often dinner comes from the freezer or sadly it comes home in a brown bag and Styrofoam containers. Dessert? Think stale cake from the bakery. Plastic wrapped cookies. Yeah. I never claimed to be the perfect wife or mother. I seriously lack in the cooking department if you are seeking home cooking or from scratch cooking. Instead of beating myself up about not being June Clever, I realized that I don't have to make everything from scratch. This inspired me so I started playing around with ingredients I had on hand and I came up with a yummy dessert that took less than 5 minutes to create.

I came up with Nuts for Cookies Bark. It was nothing short of awesome! To create Nuts for Cookies Bark you will need:

Photo Credit: Sara Lehman.

10-18 crushed oreo cookies (I broke mine into chunks)
1/2 cup od pecans, crushed
1 bag of semi sweet chocolate chips


Spray a microwave safe bowl with cooking spray. Pour chocolate chips into the bowl and microwave, stirring every 30 seconds until the chips are melted and can be stirred smooth.

Photo Credit: Sara Lehman.

While the chocolate chips are melting, place half of the cookies and nuts into the bottom of a container, you could use a baking dish or a cookie sheet. Pour the melted chocolate over the base. Top with the remaining cookies and nuts.

Photo Credit: Sara Lehman.

Allow to cool at room temperature for about an hour. Then cover with plastic wrap and place in the refrigerator for about 2 hours so that the bark will set and harden properly.

Before serving, allow to set at room temperature for a few moments. Break into chunks and serve.

Find more yummy desserts here:

Homemade rice pudding

Easy dipped shortbread cookies

Easy Rudolph Bark Recipe

This easy Rudolph bark comes together in no time and creates a fun and festive treat to share with friends and neighbors this holiday season!

This is super easy to make! It requires very few supplies and is so easy that even kids can make it!

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I used stick pretzels, red M&M's and candy eyes, and chocolate!

Melt the chocolate and spread it on a foil lined cookie sheet.
Add pretzel sticks for antlers, the eyes and one red M&M for Rudolph's nose!
Allow the chocolate to cool and harden, then break it into chunks and serve or share!

You might also love this Melted Snowman Bark Recipe.

Homemade Holiday Candies

 The holidays are near and that means it is time to start thinking about gifts to buy and treats to make. This year why not save a little money and give a gift from the heart with these homemade holiday candy recipes? These are decadent, delicious and easy to recreate at home in your own kitchen. Make a few varieties and package them in a pretty container for a great gift.

This collection has something wonderful for everyone! From cheesecake balls that are dreamy to simple dipped marshmallows that always delight and even a candy for the coffee lovers. 

While you are here you can't forget to visit some of my favorite bark recipes.

Everyone loves this celebration bark.  Fruity Pebbles bark is a perfect no bake candy option for cereal lovers.

Cheesecake Balls by Rich and Delish

These cheesecake balls are so creamy and dreamy! You are sure to love this recipe for homemade candy.

Dark Chocolate Dipped Marshmallows by Saporito Kitchen

This recipe is simple and delicious! Let the kids help with this one.

Homemade Snickers by The Short Order Cook

This homemade snickers bar recipe is perfect to make and freeze for later. Make these ahead of time for a homemade gift from the heart.

Honey Lollipops by The Monday Box

Homemade honey lollipops are perfect for sucking or stirring tea with! These would be great sticking stuffers.

Saltine Toffee by Spend with Pennies

Toffee made with saltines is a perfect treat to make and share.

Strawberry Hard Candy by In the Kitch

These hard candies are perfect for holidays. They are so fruity and flavorful!

Disneyland Copycat Churro Toffee  by In Fine Taste

No need to plan a trip to Disney to get your churro toffee fix. This is a perfect at home dupe!

Homemade Torrone Italian Nut Nougat by xoxo Bella

This homemade Italian candy would be so nice to share with your friends and neighbors this year.

Cookie Dough Truffles by Fantabulosity

These truffles are just the thing to serve to anyone who loves cookie dough flavor!

Rocky Road by Flavor the Moments

Homemade rocky road has never been easier than it is with this tasty recipe!

Peanut Butter Balls by Bitz n Giggles

If you love peanut butter flavor then you will want to make these delicious little treats this year!

Homemade Payday Bars by Sweet Peas Kitchen

This recipe is a perfect copycat for homemade, fresh payday candy bars!

Angel Candy by DIY and Fun

You are sure to love the layers of this candy! It is so tasty!

Turtles by The Cagle Diaries

Simple and delicious are always a good idea! This recipe for homemade turtles is sure to be a favorite!

Vegan Twix by Spabettie

If you are a fan of twix bars, you will want to make these for a sweet, homemade holiday candy to share.

Dalgona Coffee Candy by Corrie Cooks

Coffee fans would love to get a tub of these instant pot candies for the holidays!

Find more homemade candy recipes here

Cotton Candy Ice Cream Cones

Boozy Butter Creams

Homemade Boozy Butter Cream Candy

Last year, I made several tasty vintage candy recipes for the holidays, to the delight of my family. It was fun, but this year, I decided I wanted to do something different.  That is where these decadent butter cream cake vodka candies came into play. 

I made homemade butter creams last year, and they were so good that I didn't even offer the kids the chance to lick the bowl after I scooped them out. I hid in the pantry and enjoyed it myself. HA! So, this year, I started on the butter creams but decided to do something wickedly decadent. I added cake vodka to the mix. And Holy Cow, they were amazing!

Ingredients:

1 stick of unsalted butter, softened

4 ounces of softened cream cheese

5 to 6 cups of powdered sugar

½ cup of cake vodka

For coating

½ teaspoon of crisco

4 ounces of almond bark or milk chocolate

Directions:

Combine butter and cream cheese until well blended.

Add cake vodka and blend for 30 seconds.

Add 3 cups of the powdered sugar and begin stirring.

Add 2 cups of powdered sugar and stir until you have a thick cream.

If needed, add the remaining powdered sugar.

You want to have a consistency that is very thick!

Begin scooping out the buttercream and dropping it on a parchment lined baking sheet.

Freeze the butter creams for 1 hour.

When the butter creams are completely frozen, melt the chocolate or almond bark with a ½ teaspoon of crisco over a double boiler.

When you can stir the chocolate smooth, remove from heat.

Working quickly, dip the butter creams into the melted chocolate, place them back on the baking sheet and put them back into the freezer for 15-25 minutes to harden the chocolate.

These are best stored in the fridge or the freezer until they are ready to be served.

 

These are an awesome and unique gift from the heart to share. They are sweet, have a little kick from the vodka, and will certainly offer a boozy treat that will set off the holidays just right for grown up friends.

As these are boozy, it would be a good idea to put a little warning on them before sharing. 

I am going to be serving these at my Christmas party; I think I will also make a batch in white chocolate.

If you like cocktails, check out some of my favorite recipes:
Night King Cocktails
15 Amazing Wine Cocktails
Bomb Pop Cocktails
Blueberry Vodka Lime Sorbet

Melted Snowman Bark

Melted Snowman Bark is an incredibly easy and adorable treat to make and share this holiday season! Perfect for sharing with friends and family, it comes together in a flash. This is a snack that melts the hearts of all who see and taste it!

This is such an easy recipe, you guys! It takes easy to find ingredients and creates an unforgettable treat with less than 10 minutes of prep!

Ingredients:
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1 lb package of candy quick coating, in white chocolate or vanilla flavor.

Pretzel Sticks

M&Ms

Orange Food Coloring

Edible Eye Decorations

Mini Reese's cups, cut in half

                       

Directions:

Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper or foil.

Melt your candy coating in the microwave. Stir every 30 seconds until it is smooth.

Take about 2 spoonfuls of the melted white coating and place it in a baggie with one drop of food coloring. Make a tiny cut in the corner of the baggie and make tiny little carrots for the noses.

Spread the melted white candy coating on the lined cookie sheet.

Add Reese's halves to make hats, adding eyes below them, an orange 'carrot' nose, stick pretzel arms, and add M&M's for buttons.

Keep spacing in mind as you make these, as after it hardens, you will break them into chunks.

This should set in the refrigerator for an hour to harden, maybe longer depending on how thick you spread the white candy base.

You might also like this 10+ Tasty Sheet Pan Meal ideas post.

Grape Nuts Bark

The holidays are here and it is time to savor the moments with family! My family has been crafting, decorating, watching Christmas cartoons and movies and of course, eating all of the yummy holiday goodies we can get our hands on!

We can't help but be a little excited, thanks to all the peeks we have been getting of the trailer for the new film hitting theaters, SING©. My kids think this should be one of the films we head to see this holiday season, and I can't agree more. Taking in a few movies as a family is one of our many holiday traditions!

I can't help but agree with them. We have to go see SING© and I have made a treat that the kids are singing in delight for. The adults I know also sang with pleasure and appreciation for their waistlines. With the help of Grape Nuts© at my local Kroger I was able to make an incredible and easy snack that indulges the sweet tooth while packing a wholesome punch that is downright crunchy crave-able!

To make your holiday traditions a little sweeter, head out and grab a box of Grape Nuts so you can try this yummy Grape Nuts recipe. It is so easy, all you will need is chocolate candy coating and Grape Nuts.

First, melt your candy coating in the microwave or in a double boiler. Stirring often.
Second, line a cookie sheet with wax paper.

Third, spread your melted chocolate on the wax paper lined cookie sheet.

Last, sprinkle Grape Nuts over the melted chocolate. Place the cookie sheet into the fridge and allow to harden, it will take about 20-30 minutes. When the chocolate is hard, break it into small chunks for an incredibly delicious and wholesome Grape Nuts Bark!

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Perfect Peppermint Treats for the Holidays

 

Get Your Chill On: Delicious Peppermint Desserts for Every Occasion

The cool, refreshing flavor of peppermint is a surefire way to satisfy your sweet tooth and awaken your senses. Whether you're looking for a festive holiday treat or a delightful after-dinner surprise, peppermint desserts never disappoint. From classic cookies and creamy cheesecakes to lighter-than-air meringues and decadent chocolate creations, there's a peppermint perfect for every craving. So, grab your favorite mixing bowls and candy canes, because we're about to embark on a delightful journey through the world of peppermint desserts!

Peppermint Sugar Cookie Bars

Photo Credit: Courtney’s Sweets.

Give your sugar cookie experience a flavorful upgrade. These are easy to make and have the most festive flavor of peppermint in every bite.

Get the recipe: Peppermint sugar cookie bars.

Chocolate Peppermint Bundt Cake

Photo Credit: Kate the Baker.

Give a pepperminty kiss to your next chocolate cake. This delicious and rich cake is perfect for a holiday gathering, or make it for an after dinner sweet treat to share with your family.

Get the recipe: Chocolate peppermint bundt cake.

Peppermint Ice Cream Pie

Photo Credit: What the Fork.

What could be better than a refreshing ice cream pie with plenty of peppermint and chocolate? This is awesome for a Christmas sweet, no matter what the weather is like where you live.

Get the recipe: Peppermint ice cream pie.

Candy Cane Cheesecake

Photo Credit: Homemade Heather.

This no bake cheesecake is creamy, rich and so indulgent. It has the perfect kiss of peppermint in every bite. You will love this blend of flavors and the seasonal appearance this easy dessert brings to the table.

Get the recipe: Candy cane cheesecake.

Christmas Macarons

Photo Credit: Little Sunny Kitchen.

Who could resist  these macarons? They are festive, flavorful and so pretty! You will love these with a cup of cocoa, or coffee as you prepare for your family Christmas gathering.

Get the recipe: Christmas macarons.

Peppermint Bark Rice Krispie Treats

Photo Credit: Three Olives Branch.

This peppermint bark rice krispie recipe is so good! Make these for a cookie exchange or to share with visitors who drop by to spread cheer.

Get the recipe: Peppermint rice krispie treats.

Peppermint Pudding Pie

Photo Credit: Cutefetti.

This peppermint pudding pie is so creamy and rich! You will love how easy it comes together for a fuss free dessert that happens to be dairy free and so indulgent.

Get the recipe: Peppermint pudding pie.

Peppermint Ice Cream

Photo Credit: Sift and Simmer.

Bring a kiss of peppermint to homemade ice cream for a gorgeous holiday treat. This recipe has the loveliest pink color and the creamiest flavor. After you try this, you might bring your ice cream maker out every year for a batch of ice cream to share with family.

Get the recipe: Peppermint ice cream.

Peppermint Meringues

Photo Credit: Cupcakes and Kale Chips.

Make a batch of light and airy meringue cookies and give them a cool kiss of peppermint for the best cookie of the season. These are easier than you would imagine and have a bakery quality flavor.

Get the recipe: Peppermint meringues.

Peppermint Patty Tartlets

Photo Credit: The Cozy Plum.

These yummy little tartlets have the iconic flavor of peppermint and chocolate in every bite. These are the perfect portion for an after dinner treat. Your family will love the ganache topping.

Get the recipe: Peppermint patty tartlets.

Peppermint Snowball Cookies

Photo Credit: Courtney's Sweets.

These yummy and festive cookies practically melt in your mouth. Make them for a cookie exchange, to share with loved ones or to leave for Santa on Christmas Eve!

Get the recipe: Peppermint snowball cookies.

Peppermint Chocolate Crinkle Cookies

Photo Credit: Baked Collective.

These easy crinkle cookies have a refreshing minty flavor in every bite. They pair so well with cocoa or coffee, or a simple glass of milk. 

Get the recipe: Peppermint chocolate crinkle cookies.

No Bake Chocolate and Peppermint Cheesecake

Photo Credit: Cooked by Julie.

This no bake cheesecake is so easy, and so pretty. Make this for the holidays, and your family will love the combination of chocolate crust, creamy cheesecake and plenty of crushed peppermints mixed in.

Get the recipe: No bake peppermint cheesecake.

Peppermint Whoopie Pies

Photo Credit: Neighbor Food.

The combination of chocolate cookies with peppermint frosting is a classic one that everyone loves. Why not make them into a sandwich cookie? These are sure to be Santa’s favorites of the  big night!

Get the recipe: Peppermint whoopie pies.

Mint Chocolate Pots de Creme

Photo Credit: Intentionally Eats.

You only need 6 simple ingredients to make these creme pots. They are so decadent, delicious and best of all easy, for an indulgent holiday dessert.

Get the recipe: Mints chocolate pots de creme.

Find more favorite recipes here:

Golden Graham Cookies

Chocolate Covered Cherry Cookies

Instant Pot Banana Cream Rice Pudding