Eskimo Pie

Christian Kent Nelson, a school teacher and candy store owner, invented the Eskimo Pie in 1920 in Onawa, Iowa.  His inspiration?  A young boy who was unable to decide between ice cream and a chocolate bar while visiting his store.  

Spring Blossom Babycakes

Sometimes the most simple recipes are the most beautiful.

Check out these cute little cupcakes from Melissa at The Chocolate Book.

As Melissa writes..."It's just a little blog about the good things in life, including cupcakes". Oh yes.

Chocolate Chip Cookies

How about something traditional, but always fabulous? Does anyone not like a chocolate chip cookie? Here is a tasty recipe from Chef Herman's Food Adventures (aka Stephanie).

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Iced Hot Cocoa

Not sure if it's the ice theme or my need to create, but I've been experimenting with a iced hot cocoa recipe. In its simplest form I just mix hot cocoa mix with water, then throw in a bunch of ice. I'm trying to take it to the next level with crushed ice, chocolate chips and whipped cream. I'll let you know when it's perfected. {print available}

My Day

Today is my birthday. It's actually a significant one, but rather than dwell on that, let's think about food. My kids reminded me that I still haven't drawn one of my favorites...chocolate ice cream with peanut butter mixed in, so here it is.

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Chocolate Caramel Brownies

Last week our kids had a potluck at their after-school program. Someone brought some decadent brownies with huge chocolate chips and a caramel swirl. The only thing that could have made it better was peanut butter. {available}

Scotcheroo

What a way to start off the year...with a scotcheroo. Honestly, I've never made these before, but they taste really good. Our friends brought them over last night for our New Year's Eve get-together and the kids snarfed them down. My son says his 4th grade class jumps every time a classmate brings them for treats. How can you go wrong with peanut butter and chocolate?

1/6/09 UPDATE: Okay, Cary B. just gave me her Scotcheroo recipe if interested:
(1) Cup Corn Syrup, (1) Cup Sugar, Melt together over low heat, add 1/2 cup peanut butter until melted, add 6 cups of Rice Krispies. Melt chocolate chips and pour over the top! {available}