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Brown Sugar Butterscotch Squares Copycat Recipe

Brown Sugar Caramel Chocolate Squares Recipe These sweet chocolates are perfection in a bite! They are a caramelized brown sugar that has a nearly butterscotch flavor. They are the perfect combination of caramel and chocolate and will not last long! They are perfect for a party, a holiday gift or just because.  Dipping chocolates reminds me of my childhood and has all that old-time nostalgia, so I'm adding this recipe to my vintage Downton Abbey inspired week...perfect for making and eating while binge watching seasons of DA. If you've been to See's Candy, these are a very similar copycat recipe to the Butterscotch squares.  They are smooth and creamy on the inside. They have the yummiest brown sugar/butterscotch flavor. Trust me, these are worth making and then adding to your recipe trove!  Ingredients: 2/3 Cup Heavy Whipping Cream 2 Cups Brown Sugar 1 Cup Powdered Sugar 1/4 Teaspoon Salt 1 Teaspoon Vanilla 6 Tablespoons Butter Milk Chocolate for di...

How to Make a Balloon Garland!

How to Make a Balloon Garland! I love a great party! In fact, I've been know to decorate and set up a "fake" party, just to serve a little cake or dessert to my family. They love it though.  The quickest way to set up for a party is with a simple--but outstanding balloon garland! This is a balloon garland kit from  Partyeight , but they have so many fun balloons on their site, for every occasion.  I love parties. When I was little my mom would plan elaborate themed parties for us when we turned an even number...so not every year...but almost. I've taken after her, except I do parties every year...and sometimes for no reason at all. Partyeight  has taken all the guess work out of setting up for a party. Just order the balloons or kit you want and it's a piece of cake to set it up.  I found command hooks work best for hanging the balloons, but you can build an arch, frame a doorway, drape it across or over a table or build a structure to attach to. They've got t...

Healthy 4 Ingredient Peanut Butter Bars

Healthy 4 Ingredient No Bake Peanut Butter Bars! Peanut Butter bars are the best! Those yummy school lunch peanut butter bars were the stuff of dreams. These healthy 4-ingredient no bake peanut butter bars are a variation that requires just 4 real ingredients, no flour--so it can easily be made gluten free, and needs no baking. Let's make a healthy treat to keep those health goals on track! I love peanut butter. It's something I crave pretty regularly. I love these peanut butter bars because they are made of healthy ingredients. They are still very caloric, but they are delightful and perfect for a healthy dessert on a warm evening.  They are very filling and satisfying. Just one piece is like a homemade protein bar, great for keeping your sweet tooth satisfied and your tummy fuller longer. You can substitute the peanut butter with any other nut butter. You can substitute the oats with gluten-free oats.  I spent all of 2021 working on a healthy lifestyle and losing (and keepin...