Category: Party Ideas

Pepper Jelly Deviled Eggs With Bacon

Bring these to a family gathering and get all the smiles!

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8 large hard-boiled eggs, peeled and cut in half lengthwise
⅓ cup mayonnaise
1 teaspoon red pepper jelly
¼ teaspoon dry mustard
pinch of cayenne pepper
pinch of salt
2 to 3 tablespoons of red pepper jelly
2 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled

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Copycat DQ Ice Cream Cake

Feel free to mix up the flavors to your liking – or keep it original!

1 Package Oreo Cookies or Store Brand Chocolate Cookies
1 Container Vanilla Ice Cream
1 Container Chocolate Ice Cream
1 Cup Chocolate Syrup, Hot Fudge or Magic Shell
1 Container Frozen Whipped Topping
1 Spring Form Pan
1 Tablespoon Butter

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Paper Mache Pencil Toppers

Would love to make with some rice or beans in the top to double these as maracas!!

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Raspberry Sweet Rolls

Amazing dessert or breakfast for your family and guests.

For the Dough

1 cup milk
4 tablespoons butter, cut into chunks
3 1/4 – 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, divided
1 package instant or ‘rapid rise’ yeast (about 2 1/4 teaspoons)
1/4 cup white sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 egg

For the Filling

8 oz. cream cheese, at room temperature
5 tablespoons granulated sugar, divided
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
12 oz. bag frozen raspberries, not thawed
1 tablespoon cornstarch
zest of 1 lemon

For The Icing

1 1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar
2 tablespoons melted butter
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
1-2 tablespoons milk

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Crispy Cheese and Chive Puffs

AKA Gougeres – great along side a meal or just for an appetizer!

1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon granulated garlic
1/4 teaspoon mustard powder
1 pinch cayenne powder
1 cup water
1 stick (4 ounces) unsalted butter
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
4 large eggs
2 tablespoons chopped, fresh chives
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup grated Swiss

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