Yeti Cupcakes

http://www.ourbestbites.com/2013/10/super-easy-yeti-cupcakes/

 

Super-Easy Yeti Cupcakes
By Our Best Bites

Ingredients:

1 batch of cupcakes, any flavor (I used this recipe), completely cooled
Frosting (like this one)
Coconut
Candy eyes (like these ones)
Plastic fangs (like these ones)

Instructions:

Frost the cupcakes (not too heavily, but enough to get the coconut to stick). Gently press the fangs deeply into the cupcake. Place the eyes onto the frosting. Coat with coconut and serve.

 

 

Billie C.
A man may smile and bid you well
Yet wish you to the devil;
But when a good dog wags his tail,
You know he's on the level.
~Author Unknown

TO ALL MY PUMPKINS

TO ALL MY PUMPKINS

A woman was asked by a coworker, 'What is it like to be a Christian?'
The coworker replied, 'It is like being a pumpkin.' God picks you
from the patch, brings you in, and washes all the dirt off of you.
Then He cuts off the top and scoops out all the yucky stuff. He
removes the seeds of doubt, hate, and greed. Then He carves you a
new smiling face and puts His light inside of you to shine for all
the world to see.'

This was passed on to me by another pumpkin..
I am adding you to my pumpkin patch

Billie C.
A man may smile and bid you well
Yet wish you to the devil;
But when a good dog wags his tail,
You know he's on the level.
~Author Unknown

Buried Surprise Cupcakes

Buried Surprise Cupcakes

Most kids will love the gruesome gummy body parts they find in the center of these cupcakes, but if it is too much for you, use any kind of autumn-motif gummies for the same sweet taste!

Prep: 40 min. Bake: 20 min. + cooling
Yield: 24 Servings

1 package red velvet cake mix (regular size)
1 package (3.4 ounces) cook-and-serve chocolate pudding mix
1-1/4 cups water
1/3 cup canola oil
3 eggs
1/2 cup seedless raspberry spreadable fruit
24 Halloween gummy candy body parts or gummy candy finger rings
1 can (16 ounces) cream cheese frosting
6 to 12 drops purple neon food coloring
Purple sugar

In a large bowl, combine cake and pudding mixes. Beat in the water, oil and eggs on low speed for 30 seconds. Beat at medium speed for 2 minutes.

Fill paper-lined muffin cups two-thirds full. Bake at 350 for 18-22 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely.

Using a sharp knife, cut a 1-in. circle 1 in. deep in the top of each cupcake. Carefully remove tops and set aside. Fill each with 1 teaspoon spreadable fruit and a gummy candy; replace tops. Tint frosting; spread over cupcakes and sprinkle with purple sugar.

Source: TasteofHome.com

 

Billie C.
A man may smile and bid you well
Yet wish you to the devil;
But when a good dog wags his tail,
You know he's on the level.
~Author Unknown

Haunted Trail

 

Here at the campground we are at, they have a Haunted Trail. part of the proceeds will go to a local charity (how much is that part, I don't know) It started on Friday. Is two days this week and two days next week ( Friday and Saturday)

Friday, I got a call, could I please come up to the office and cut out letters for this year's menu because they wanted to change things up a bit, add a couple of items and change a couple of prices from last years' menu. Sure, give me 20 minutes.  I really needed a shower before going anywhere and I had been putting it off until the camper got warmed up well.  I spent from 1 pm until after 5 pm cutting out letters and numbers with my Cricut. But it was fun. There were young people in and out all afternoon long. I lent my golf cart to two so they could go paint a couple of signs and I'm sure they did a little carting around with it, as well. One of the teenage girls was worried they would wreck it and asked me if I was worried they would do that.  I told her no more than when I drive it. I am as apt to wreck it as they are. No wrecks, just a broken key fob.. and I knew it was not going to last long so it was no biggie.  by 5 I had the last of the numbers and letters cut out and ready to glue to the menu board, but hadn't started that part of it.  I had to run back to the camper, let the dogs out, take my insulin and a pill, microwave and then eat a dinner, then get dressed for my part of the trail.  I was stationed in "The Town".  I asked if there was a way to get a ride there?  No, I had to walk there. I got asked several times if I was okay or did I feel like I was going to Fall Out. (Pass out) No, I have COPD and just have to take it slow and steady.  I was wringing wet by the time I got to the town which is over 2/3rds of the way down the trail from where I started from. That walk warmed me up well and I stayed warmed up until about 10:30. Even then I didn't get chilly. The lady who was across from me, She was chilled all evening long. (Last night she was not as chilled.) We had a blast. We have about 20 to 30 groups come through, and we got all but one of them to jump. Last night we half as many people come through. We had rain all day long and the trail was a bit slick, it wasn't really that bad.  Hopefully next weekend it won't be raining and more people will come out.

We had one incident though. A young lady (Guest) had an asthma attack and needed to take a break as she had already used her inhaler twice and she had to wait before using it again.  Deb and I didn't hear any one saying that she was in distress and for us to not spook her. Anyway. She had her trouble once she got past us but not too far away. She was okay but needed a place to rest. So we brought her behind the "house" I'm stationed in and let her sit on my golf cart for a little while until she got her breath back and calmed down a bit. Joan was making her rounds checking that the "Kids" were staying where they were suppose to and came along at just the right time to escort her the rest of the trail with word going ahead to not scare her because she was escorting out a guest.  Everyone was surprised that I offered to drive her back the way she had come and back to the office to wait for her family but she wanted to go on, just not be scared again. (I can understand that) But I don't understand why my offering her a ride back the ways she came was a surprise. Clearly she made the choice but the option was there. I told every one that one of the reasons I brought the cart is because I can't make that walk two nights in a row, but also because if something happens to any one on this side of the station with the strop lights, I could at least get them back to where the tractor is, and if necessary, I could drive around and come in from the other direction and pick up someone, as well. But I know a pickup truck can come down the other side, if needed.  I was more afraid of a twisted ankle, to be sure but the offer was there. I did give the girl a bottle of water as I have several in the tub on the back of my cart.  And after about 10 minutes she was ready to go on.    The rest of the night was fairly calm after that.  I lent Joan one of my lights and she dropped it and the back came off and it lost a battery. She thought she had broken it and was going to replace it. No, that's not necessary. and when I looked at it showed her how the back comes off and that the only problem is he lost battery and they were getting weak anyway and it was time to replace them.   So last night was a bit more exciting than the night before.

As "Town's people" we are not expected to be dressed as spooky or have to wear a mask or make up as much as the rest of the people working the trail but last night, I did. I mixed 1 part green with 3 parts white to have a green cast, then added lots of red dots, some of which ran. When I saw Joan to let her know I was on my way to my station she loved it. I told her. I have the Pox.  When Deb showed up, I did her face in white and gave her the Pox as well.  A while later Noah came to help out, as well and we had the perfect place in the trees for him. I gave him two black eyes (with eye shadow) and covered the upper part of his face green so he looked more like a tree oger (for a little guy that is) and he loved it.  Here are a couple of pictures. Me done up and Noah. I  didn't have a mirror with me to show him what I had done so I took his picture to show him.

 

 

Billie C.
Smile, it makes people wonder what you have been up to.

Haunted Trail Update

I can hope that next weekend has more people come through than what we had tonight.  There were fewer people and a few were not that scared of the trail. We had a few volinters that left their posts and we have no idea where they went, even two who were helping at the 'town' left but we got two back.   Here I am, getting ready to go out the door.

I told every one I have the POX.  it took them a few seconds to recall what the pox was....

 

 

This is Noah. He came to help with the town.  He wanted a mask but there wasn't that many masks and the town people didn't "Need" them as we were just suppose to scream at people.

 

This is me, with my cap on.  Don't I look frightening? 

We had one frightening thing happen, just past the town, one of the guest had an asthma attack. Luckily  I have extra water with me, and the cart so she had a place off the trail she could sit and relax and catch her breath with.  I offered to drive her back the way she had walked but she said she was okay, could someone walk her out and stop them from frightening her. Well, by that time Joan showed up. The word went up the trail quick that there was a problem and she was there quickly.  I suggested that Joan walk her out because she could call ahead of her that this guest was to be left alone.. I heard she got back with her family safe and sound and not the worst.   I guess she never figured a fright would make her asthma act up. 

Billie C.
Smile, it makes people wonder what you have been up to.

8 Easy Halloween Cookies

 The full recipes can be found at the links.  Just  click the green underlined titles of the cookies for the full recipe.

 

8 Easy Halloween Recipes for Cookies

http://www.thebestdessertrecipes.com/Halloween-Dessert-Recipes/8-Easy-Halloween-Recipes-for-Cookies/ct/1
Like the Haunted Mansion's grim grinning ghosts, everyone loves to come out and socialize around Halloween. One of the best parts about Halloween parties are the delicious Halloween dessert recipes. Like Christmas, one of the best desserts you can make for Halloween is a batch (or five) of festive Halloween cookies. 

This list of 8 Easy Halloween Recipes for Cookies is a compilation of all of the spookiest and tastiest Halloween cookie recipes out there and will transform your party into a full-blown monster mash. The best part about these treats is that they're all easy to make. From colorful sugar cookie recipes to fun ghoulish-themed recipes for cookies, these cookies would make even Frankenstein smile. So what are you waiting for? Turn on your favorite Halloween tunes and get baking!
8 Easy Halloween Recipes for Cookies

1. Halloween Lace-Up Pumpkin Cookies

Forget candy necklaces! You'll love baking, wearing, and eating these cute pumpkin cookies and so will the young Frankenstein's in your life.


2. Wicked Witches Broomsticks

These sweet and salty cookie treats are as festive as can be. You'll love how the crunchy pretzel rods combine perfectly with the flavors of the sugar cookie "bristles."

3. Spooky Swirly Halloween Cookies

The vibrant iconic Halloween colors on each of these cookies is sure to put a spell on you. Even though the swirls look difficult to do, this is actually one of the easiest recipes for cookies.

4. 3-D Ghost Cookies

Boo! These cookies are quite a scream. They're the epitome of Halloween recipes because they could easily be mistaken for decorations.

5. Halloween Cobweb Cookies

You've never seen recipes for cookies like these before. You create the web design on a skillet on the stove and then pop them in the oven to crisp.

 
6. Mini Sugared Candy Corn Cookies

Like actual pieces of candy corn, you won't be able eat just one of these Halloween cookies. In fact, because they aren't as sweet as the candy, you might actually end up eating more of these than you would the candy.

7. Ogre Eye Cookies

When it comes to this Halloween recipe, seeing is believing. You'll love the brightly colored dough and little mint chocolate chip pupil.

8. Spooky Witches Stew Cookies

This is, hands down, one of the best Halloween recipes for cookies simply because each cookie looks fantastic. These treats will make all of your friends cackle in between bites.

Read more at http://www.thebestdessertrecipes.com/Halloween-Dessert-Recipes/8-Easy-Halloween-Recipes-for-Cookies/ct/1#vTk0hmvZPX0kbBC0.99

 

 

Billie C.
Smile, it makes people wonder what you have been up to.

I decorated my golf cart.....

I decorated my golf cart.....

But First. I read this and had to try it.  Cut an orange in 1/2 remove the fruit but leave the thing in the middle that all the slices are attached to. Pour in a bit of vegetable oil, allow to soak a few minutes.. then light.  Instant oil candle.

 

 

One of the signs I've been working on.  and the messy table we were working around.

 

and another one of the signs

 

We curled the fingers back so he's pointing toward the campground....

I made the web out of black crochet  thread.

The bugs are stuck on with rubber cement

 

 

I lost two of the gourds on my drive around to the trash bin.  I expected those two wouldn't make it though.

 

 

 

 

 

Billie C.
Smile, it makes people wonder what you have been up to.

Bat Cupcakes

Bat Cupcakes

Even my adult children love these Halloween cupcakes! We serve them every year at our pumpkin-carving party. You can also make them with the fudge stripes on their wings facing up for variety.

Prep: 25 min. Bake: 20 min. + cooling
Yield: 24 Servings

Ingredients

1 package chocolate cake mix (regular size)
1 can (16 ounces) chocolate frosting
24 fudge-striped cookies
24 milk chocolate kisses
Red decorating icing

Prepare and bake cake batter according to package directions for cupcakes; cool completely.

Set aside 2 tablespoons chocolate frosting. Frost cupcakes with remaining frosting. For bat wings, cut cookies in half and add scalloped edges if desired. Insert two cookie halves into each cupcake. Gently press chocolate kisses into frosting for heads. Pipe ears with reserved frosting; add eyes with decorating icing. Yield: 2 dozen.

Nutritional Facts 1 cupcake equals 284 calories, 14 g fat (5 g saturated fat), 27 mg cholesterol, 249 mg sodium, 37 g carbohydrate, 1 g fiber, 3 g protein.

Source: TasteofHome.com

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Billie C.
Smile, it makes people wonder what you have been up to.

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Billie C.
Smile, it makes people wonder what you have been up to.

Fat Witch Peanut Butter Bars

Fat Witch Peanut Butter Bars

2 large eggs
1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
1/2 cup crunchy peanut butter
1 tsp pure vanilla extract
2 Tbsp unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
1 1/4 cups unbleached flour
1 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips

Grease and flour a 9x9 baking pan.  Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

Beat the eggs and both sugars until smooth.  Add the peanut butter and continue mixing until well combined.  Beat in the vanilla and butter and mix until thoroughly incorporated. 

Measure the flour, baking powder and salt and sift directly into the batter.  Mix gently until well combined and no trace of the dry ingredients remains.   Using a wooden spoon, stir in the chocolate chips.  Spread the dough into the 9x9 pan with a spatula.  Bake for 25 minutes or until toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with only crumbs, not batter, on it.  Allow to cool for 1 hour before cutting.

 

Billie C.
Smile, it makes people wonder what you have been up to.