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Wednesday, December 7, 2011

Sweets & Treats

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Good morning, sweets! Still in the middle of a hectic week but between all the madness I find my mind wandering to the sweeter things in life. Like what treats am I going to serve my guests for Christmas?

I definitely will be making peppermint bark again this year. I made it once before and it was a big hit. But I have to admit that last year I cheated and relied on Williams Sonoma instead. And I always have candy available in abundance. Also, Christmas cookies are always a staple in our home.

So what else can I do to make the mood even more festive? Christmas cocktails, right? This Candy Cane Martini sounds delicious, doesn't it? And I have quite a few other options that I'm considering. I'll definitely have to have a couple of trials which should make for a few fun nights! :)

Do you have any favorite holiday treats that you'd like to share?

Have a wonderful day, loves!

xoxo

Images: 1, 2, 3, 4 All images edited by The Alternative Wife

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47 comments:

  1. AnonymousDecember 7, 2011 at 5:17 AM

    Christmas cocktails sound like a plan to me :)

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  2. Le December 7, 2011 at 5:20 AM

    peppermint bark .... I'll have to google that one ... is that a pic of it ... looks fab :) le xox

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  3. lorenabrDecember 7, 2011 at 5:38 AM

    Love German Christmas cookies! Zimtsterne yummmmmmmmmm!

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  4. SabinePsynopsisDecember 7, 2011 at 5:51 AM

    Cocktails and cookies should make for a perfect Christmas. Need to look up some recipes, too. xoxo

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  5. sugarhoneybabyDecember 7, 2011 at 6:33 AM

    Cookies and cocktails sounds great!:)

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  6. AnonymousDecember 7, 2011 at 6:35 AM

    Holy Moly Dawn... don't show me Peppermint Bark.. I'm gonna blow up! I love that stuff. I got the best recipe last year from Carrie of This Free Bird. I'll have to see if I can find it again. Everyone loved it. I don't drink but a Candy Cane Martini sounds delightful!! xo

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  7. Collette OsunaDecember 7, 2011 at 6:35 AM

    Peppermint bark....yumm!!!
    I have tons of hors d eourves I make....those usually seem to go over pretty well:)

    A Funky Little Fashion Blog

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  8. Helena - A Diary of LovelyDecember 7, 2011 at 6:43 AM

    I love melomakarona! cant wait for my mum to come and make some!

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  9. The Dainty Dolls HouseDecember 7, 2011 at 6:53 AM

    Those look wonderful, I lvoe the smell of peppermint, so nice!! And I always think of candy canes on the trees when Christmas comes around, although I was the naughty one who went around eating them before Christmas day, hehe!! I hope your day is going well flower! xo

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  10. Mrs. PancakesDecember 7, 2011 at 7:14 AM

    I Want it all...the sweets look yummy...I haven't had peppermint yet this year!

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  11. MartinaDecember 7, 2011 at 7:38 AM

    That coctail looks and sounds darling - should try this too! I thought of making lemon curd as a little gift for people - it's special here in germany, as only a few people now it - and easy to make. xx

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  12. bestieDecember 7, 2011 at 7:47 AM

    is it too early for that martini?

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  13. Priscilla JoyDecember 7, 2011 at 8:18 AM

    Ohh it looks delicious.
    Have a beautiful day.

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  14. UnknownDecember 7, 2011 at 8:58 AM

    Yes Peppermint Bark!! That and listening to Christmas tunes, but I also need some snow on the ground.

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  15. Daily Cup of CoutureDecember 7, 2011 at 9:18 AM

    Love all these images! I love making peppermint bark all season long! xx

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  16. Elisa @ Crazy, Amazing LifeDecember 7, 2011 at 9:30 AM

    ooooh, candy cane martini, yum.

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  17. UnknownDecember 7, 2011 at 9:31 AM

    I'm all about the gingerbread men myself. But anything with peppermint gets my vote.

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  18. Rowena @ rolala lovesDecember 7, 2011 at 9:51 AM

    Peppermint bark & X-mas cocktails sound divine! I like to toast up some nuts and make marshmallows for the holidays.

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  19. Lindsey Regan Thorne @ be prettyDecember 7, 2011 at 10:01 AM

    Ohhhh boy you just gave me a 10am sweet tooth! Not good! ;) Love some peppermint bark too my dear... esp sprinkled onto of ice cream! That tini looks delightful! xoxo

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  20. Maria @ Orchard BloomDecember 7, 2011 at 11:41 AM

    These photos really get me in the holiday spirit!

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  21. AlexaDecember 7, 2011 at 11:46 AM

    Oh my goodness...I just want to come to one of your parties! The peppermint bark is pretty spectacular. My dad always makes biscotti (which I love), especially when you dip in your coffee! YUM.

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  22. Tiffany KadaniDecember 7, 2011 at 11:51 AM

    Oh, such a beautiful post. I love the red and white and glitter all over. So festive and glam!

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  23. Cara KuhlDecember 7, 2011 at 12:27 PM

    Yum ~ can I come practice holiday mixology with you? :)

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  24. {The Perfect Palette}December 7, 2011 at 1:07 PM

    This all looks sooo delicious.

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  25. About Last WeekendDecember 7, 2011 at 1:26 PM

    Pinky red cocktails and that luscious sweater! Looks delish!

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  26. classiqDecember 7, 2011 at 1:30 PM

    I love to treat my guests with home-made goodies. I rarely eat other sweets, so it's only fair to them, right? And I like to offer them small gifts, like home-made jam (my mom's specialty-the best in the whole world), nicely wrapped up. Personalised gifts have their own charm. Have a beautiful day, Dawn! xo
    Ada

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  27. B. in the KnowDecember 7, 2011 at 1:33 PM

    Oh yum! I have never had a candy cane martini, but I need to try one! My favorite treat in the afternoon is a pepermint mocha from Starbucks in a red cup of course!
    Much love,
    B

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  28. RoselieDecember 7, 2011 at 4:28 PM

    I love Christmas treats! My favorite are diples , melomakarona
    , and kourabiedes which are traditional Greek sweets.

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  29. aliciaDecember 7, 2011 at 5:05 PM

    a Christmas cocktail - perfect!

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  30. Rachel {little bits of lovely}December 7, 2011 at 5:24 PM

    Candy cane martinis sound delicious, I must give them a try! xx

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  31. Lonely Wife ProjectDecember 7, 2011 at 5:47 PM

    I like to get drunk off mulled wine!

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  32. little luxury listDecember 7, 2011 at 6:46 PM

    Mmm holiday cocktails! I think pumpkin cookies are still a good treat around Christmastime!

    xoxo,
    Chic 'n Cheap Living

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  33. UnknownDecember 7, 2011 at 6:55 PM

    Oh, all this peppermint is making me happy!!! Several ice cream makers make a seasonal peppermint and that's a fun easy dessert, garnished, of course, with a candy cane.

    Cranberry margaritas that i've made in years past - serving with guacamole and chips for a casual Christmas get together is fun.

    And, then my all time favorite of Champagne with a little cassis and frozen raspberries!

    Happy holiday party planning!
    xoxo elizabeth

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  34. AnonymousDecember 7, 2011 at 7:25 PM

    Oh my!! This is deliciously tempting!
    Can never go past chocolates of any kind. . . be that in cake, cocktails, cupcakes, in boxes, on the Christmas tree... chocolate

    x

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  35. JessicaDecember 7, 2011 at 8:03 PM

    I have so been craving peppermint bark for the last couple weeks. Someone had some in the office before Christmas and it was delicious. I have been trying to decide whether I should attempt to make my own or buy some premade.

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  36. UnknownDecember 7, 2011 at 8:13 PM

    Lovely colors ! Christmas ........ !!! :)
    x

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  37. Elle SeesDecember 7, 2011 at 10:40 PM

    your comment, as always, made my day. I had a horrible blogging day--I found out that ppl don't read my posts--they skip to the comments and copy something from there. I was crushed, but your comment cheered me up. And I wish I was on your Xmas list; free samples or not!

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  38. Tamra {ever swoon}December 8, 2011 at 12:00 AM

    I love making the staple cookies, but using grandma's recipes, sugar, gingerbread. This year I plan on giving her famous fudge a try! Always a crowd pleaser. Your peppermint bark sounds delish!

    xo

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  39. kristina@beancakes ★December 8, 2011 at 12:54 AM

    dawn ~ that candy cane martini looks just divine!! also, sugar cookies w. icing is always a must for christmas... this year i'll be making fudge to send out as gifts ~ it's really simple to make and really delicious as well!!
    xx ~ kristina

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  40. Lana {lanalou style}December 8, 2011 at 1:34 AM

    Love the look of that festive martini, so cute!

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  41. A Life Un-StyledDecember 8, 2011 at 3:38 AM

    Peppermint bark sounds great! We don't have any traditions really. We do love doing champagne brunches though :)

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  42. Aly McLoughlin-HarteDecember 8, 2011 at 8:09 AM

    Oh peppermint bark sounds amazing! Any form of festive cocktail will also be delicious!
    Those cupcakes look devine.
    My little posh chocolate lollies went down a treat!

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  43. Jaime @ laviejaimeDecember 8, 2011 at 11:19 AM

    mmm the peppermint bark looks so good! cute idea for gifts too!

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  44. honey my heartDecember 9, 2011 at 6:29 PM

    candy cane martini sounds amazing! i heart gingerbread cookies, and pumpkin french macarons. mmm :)

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  45. Ali RodriguezDecember 9, 2011 at 11:51 PM

    Peppermint just may be my favorit-est flavor in the world, you're making me crave it!

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  46. Andrea RehDecember 12, 2011 at 2:59 AM

    Oh my goodness. I am seriously tempted to make that white/milk chocolate peppermint bark stuff!

    Andrea x

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  47. Sarah KlassenDecember 12, 2011 at 11:39 PM

    Sounds quite delicious to me :)

    A little cheating is okay sometimes! (plus, isn't William Sanoma amazing?) I adore the homemade fudge that my neighbour sends over each year for Christmas, as well as the chocolate bark that we always make. However, this year, I would like to also try short bread... wish me luck!

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