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Gift Guide: My 2021 Favs

December 13 by Steph (MPMK Founder)

I've been getting a lot of emails asking when my gift guides will be coming out and I have to apologize. We've had some set backs over here. See exhibit A..​ ​ Yes, that is an enormous Cedar tree that fell onto our house earlier this month. Luckily no one was hurt but, needless to say, it's been quite the project. Add to that my daughter's swim team, youngest's soccer, and oldest's TWO basketball teams and you get the picture. So today I want to … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Uncategorized Tagged With: Christmas, Christmas gift

Giant Chocolate-Dipped Marshmallows

December 3 by Janssen

I had grand ambitions of baking a fancy madeira wine cake for each of my neighbors this year... guess how far I've gotten. I think, instead, I'm going to make a batch or two of these over-sized chocolate marshmallows with the kids and gift a few to each neighbor.  I love Janssen's idea of putting them on a stick and adding them to a decorative bag filled with hot cocoa mix in the bottom! Psst one quick thing... Christmas is coming SOON, be sure to check out our SUPER POPULAR toy gift guide … [Read more...]

Filed Under: In the Kitchen, Janssen, Seasonal Fun Tagged With: chocolate dipped giant marshmallows, chocolate marshmallows, Christmas dessert, Christmas gift, Christmas treat, dessert, dipped marshmallows, neighbor gift, teacher gift

Dipped Oreo Cookies with Teddy Graham Toppers

December 3 by Janssen

Looking for an easy and fun treat to make with the kids this year for your favorite neighbors, teachers, and friends?  Look no further!   This semi-homemade recipe relies on the goodness or Oreos, Teddy Grahamas, and some melted chocolate. Easy enough to make dozens at a time and a definite crowd pleaser. These cute cookies are one of my favorite things to make around the holidays. They are darling, a nice combination of homemade and storebought, and make great teacher gifts. More … [Read more...]

Filed Under: In the Kitchen, Janssen Tagged With: Christmas gift, Christmas treats, teacher gift

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