Saturday, November 26, 2011

cake pop cinnamon rolls

This recipe (if you can call it that) could not be any easier.   All that is needed is a cake pop machine and a tube of refrigerated cinnamon rolls.   If you don't have a cake pop machine...what are you waiting for!   This little gadget is super handy.    :o)


Open up the cinnamon rolls and separate.   Flatten out each roll,  just a bit.   Cut into 4 equal pieces.   Fold up each end into the middle, keeping the cinnamon on the inside and pinch together.  Place in heated cake pop machine and cook for 3 minutes.  Repeat until all the rolls are finished.


Place the icing (without the lid) into the microwave for a few seconds to thin out.


Dip cinnamon rolls into icing while still warm.  



These go very quickly at my house, my 8 year old son just loves them.

Friday, November 04, 2011

pumpkin spiced hot cocoa

Well its Nov.4th already and there is quite a chill in the air.  It's a great time to curl up with your favorite blanket and enjoy a good movie.  I have been in the mood for a marathon of musicals lately :o)   But whatever your choice of movie, it is even better with a cozy mug of hot cocoa.  This is a great recipe I found and its very simple to make.  If you are into a 'chai like' taste add a little more of the pumpkin pie spice.


Pumpkin Spiced Hot Cocoa


2 1/4 cups low-fat milk
1/2 cup powdered hot cocoa mix
3 tbsp canned pumpkin puree
1/4 tsp pumpkin pie spice
whipped cream (optional)


In a med saucepan, whisk together milk, hot cocoa mix, pumpkin puree and pumpkin pie spice.
Heat on med-high until steaming, stirring constantly.
Pour into your favorite mug and top with whip cream.
Enjoy!!