Posts tagged Chocolate

I don’t post a lot of recipes, but in some instances I do feel that a food item can be presented as a gift…and…THIS is one of them.

Meet my new obsession: The Swiss Swirl Ice Cream Cake

This gorgeous cake is filled with ice cream, hot fudge, and swiss cake rolls. The recipe says it is quick, but you do need to factor in a bunch of freezer time.

Great gift to bring to a weekend BBQ - it would definitely be the hit of the party! :)

Here is a link to the recipe:

http://www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/Swiss-Swirl-Ice-Cream-Cake 

These may look like cute Summery sandals, but they don’t go on your feet, they go in your mouth (because they are made out of CHOCOLATE)!!!!!!!

With our countdown to Mother’s Day under way, these Jacques Torres chocolate shoes are definitely on our LIST!  They are $42, and come in milk or dark chocolate.

“Mr. Chocolate” also makes chocolate heels and handbags:

So gorgeous - they are almost too pretty to eat! :)

http://www.mrchocolate.com/mother-s-day/classic-shoe.html

I LOVE this idea!  My friends at Bakerella posted this, and I just HAD to share it!

Layer the ingredients of any cookie recipe in a jar, top with fabric, a bow and a custom-made label, and you’ve got a thoughtful and yummy DIY gift idea!

This makes a great gift for teachers, mothers day, and generally anyone that loves cookies (and isn’t afraid to bake them). 

These are called Cowgirl Cookies - they have oats, m&ms and pecans in them. Here is a pic of the final product:

And, here is a link to the post so you can create your own yummy gift!

http://www.bakerella.com/mix-things-up/

No more mess roasting marshmallows and melting chocolate - do it all in one step with the S’more to Love Griller from Lillian Vernon.

Great gift for the “grill master” in your life!

Makes 6 S’mores all at the same time, and is currently on sale for $14.99!

http://www.lillianvernon.com/Product/SmoretoLoveGriller#

Cake Pops are all the rage right now, so if you need a gift for the baker or dessert lover in your life, look no further!

The BabyCakes Cake Pop Maker is $29.99 and comes with everything you need to make delicious and beautiful cake pops!

http://www.kitchenkapers.com/babycakes-cake-pop-maker.html

DIY designer cupcakes - this is definitely a “why didn’t I think of that?” IDEA! 

Cupcake Cuties were created by a working Mama who decided decorated cupcakes shouldn’t just be for special / fancy occasions (and didn’t have to cost a ton of $$$).

The kits come with everything you need to jazz up a cupcake!  You provide the cupcakes and the possibilites are endless! Pictured above is the Jungle Animal Theme (comes with everything you need to decorate 24 cupcakes).

And, here is another adorable idea -The Popcorn Cupcake -perfect for movie night/Oscar viewing party:

I especially love this one - The Sushi Cupcake:

The kits start at $12.99 and can be found here:

http://www.cupcakecuties.com/

A box of chocolates for Valentine’s day? Nah! We can do better then THAT! 

How about XOX cupcakes from Sprinkles? The trendy bakery is not just on the West Coast anymore (10 locations in total, including one in NYC).

The XOX box is $39 and consists of: 3 Dark Chocolate, 3 Red Velvet, 3 Vanilla, and 3 Chocolate Marshmallow. 

https://sprinkles.com/cupcake-gifts/seasonal/valentines-day-xox-gift-box/

If your Valentine isn’t a cupcake fan, then I suggest Mrs. Prindable’s Apples.

Mrs. P’s has been around for 25 years - you haven’t HAD a carmel apple, until you’ve tried one of these!

This adorable LOVE set is $39.95 and comes with 2 Triple Chocolate Petite Apples and 2 Milk Chocolate Walnut Petite Apples:

http://www.mrsprindables.com/store/item.asp?item_id=253 

Another treat idea: pamper your sweetheart with some delicious Macaroon’s from the popular MacarOn Cafe in NYC.  

This assortment is $35, and includes flavors such as: Vanilla, Pistachio, Coconut, Raspberry, Apricot, and Rose (assortments vary based on availability).  

http://macaroncafe.com/ship-nationwide/holiday-gift-box.html

Need to bring something for the Big Game on Sunday?  I found these cupcakes on my latest addiction… Pinterest (http://www.pinterest.com).

The football-themed cupcakes are by Mini Baker, and if they taste 1/2 as good as they LOOK, then you’ll definitely be the hit of the party! :)

Feeling ambitious and ready to bake?

Check out the recipe:

http://minibakercupcakes.blogspot.com/2011/12/football-themed-cupcakes.html

“Ding Dong!” It’s that time of year again -Girl Scout Cookie time!  

I am personally a Thin Mint and Samoa lover, but they are all yummy and can make a great gift! This is not your “typical” gift, and since you cannot buy the tasty treats online, you might want to stock up when your little saleswoman arrives.

Girl Scout cookies are perfect to stash away and bring as a fun hostess gift!  Trust me - your host / hostess will DEFINITELY have a smile on their face when you show up with a box of hard-to-get goodies :) 

GS Cookies are $4 a box and proceeds benefit your local GS troop.  To find cookies near you, go to:

http://www.girlscoutcookies.org/

What is a snow day without some hot chocolate???  The delicious drink is not only the perfect Winter treat, it also makes a fabulous gift!  Here are a few of my top picks (in no particular order):

1.  ”Mr. Chocolate” Jacques Torres Hot Chocolate Combo Pack: $36

http://www.mrchocolate.com/most-popular/hot-chocolate-combo.html

2.  ”Chocolate by the Bald Man” Max Brenner: $10.90

http://shop.maxbrenner.com/chocolate-collections-treats/chocolat-milk-chocolate-powder.html

3.  Serendipity Frozen “Hot” Chocolate:  $16.95

http://www.amazon.com/Serendipity-Frrrozen-Hot-Chocolate-Canister/dp/B0001I1HFS/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&m=A1VFMEDRM0EEIX&s=generic&qid=1327158023&sr=1-1