FFF Caramel Party!

Welcome to this week’s Foodie Friends Friday Carmel Linky Party!

This week we’re looking for your favorite caramel recipes!

First, congratulations to last week’s winners!

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HOST FAVORITES

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Now on to the Party!




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Pumpkin Cream Cheese Pizza #DessertChallenge

It’s time for another #DessertChallenge Party sponsored by Sheryl from The Lady Behind the Curtain . Thanks Sheryl for another fun challenge!

This month we’re pairing classic pumpkin and cream cheese in exciting new ways!

I chose to try a dessert pizza. The crust has a boost of flavor from the addition of pumpkin pie spice. Cinnamon adds a kick to pureed pumpkin layer. Whipped cream cheese is so spreadable and a sprinkle of toasted pecans finishes off the “pizza”. I dusted the top with a little cinnamon-sugar for good measure.

If you would like to join us for future #DessertChallenges from The Lady Behind the Curtain, follow the button below for more information.

 


Lady Behind the Curtain Dessert Challenge

 

Pumpkin Cream Cheese Pizza

Ingredients:

  • 1 Tablespoon dry active yeast
  • 2 Tablespoons plus1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1/4 cup warm water 100-110 degrees
  • 1 cup flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
  • 1 cup plus 3 Tablespoon pumpkin puree
  • 1 8 ounce package whipped cream cheese
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/4 cup chopped nuts, (walnuts, pecans or pistachios)
  • Cinnamon and sugar for sprinkling (optional)

Instructions:

Mix together yeast, warm water and 1 teaspoon sugar. Set in a warm area and allow starter to double in size (10 to 15 minutes).

In a large bowl, mix together flour, spice and remaining sugar. Blend in 3 Tablespoons pumpkin and yeast mixture.

Knead until thoroughly mixed. Roll dough into a 9-inch circle. Cover and allow dough to rise until almost doubled in thickness, about 15 minutes.

Bake at 400 degrees for about 5 to 10 minutes until baked through and crust is lightly browned. Cool before topping.

Topping:

Mix together pumpkin, powdered sugar and cinnamon. Spread over crust.

Spread cream cheese over pumpkin layer.

Sprinkle with chopped nuts and cinnamon/sugar if desired.

Refrigerate until serving time and refrigerate any leftovers.

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Pumpkin Cream Cheese Pizza #DessertChallenge
 
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Ingredients
  • 1 Tablespoon dry active yeast
  • 2 Tablespoons plus1 teaspoon sugar
  • ¼ cup warm water 100-110 degrees
  • 1 cup flour
  • ½ teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
  • 1 cup plus 3 Tablespoon pumpkin puree
  • 1 8 ounce package whipped cream cheese
  • ¼ cup powdered sugar
  • ¼ teaspoon cinnamon
  • ¼ cup chopped nuts, (walnuts, pecans or pistachios)
  • Cinnamon and sugar for sprinkling (optional)
Instructions
  1. Mix together yeast, warm water and 1 teaspoon sugar. Set in a warm area and allow starter to double in size (10 to 15 minutes).
  2. In a large bowl, mix together flour, spice and remaining sugar. Blend in 3 Tablespoons pumpkin and yeast mixture.
  3. Knead until thoroughly mixed. Roll dough into a 9-inch circle. Cover and allow dough to rise until almost doubled in thickness, about 15 minutes.
  4. Bake at 400 degrees for about 5 to 10 minutes until baked through and crust is lightly browned. Cool before topping.
  5. Topping:
  6. Mix together pumpkin, powdered sugar and cinnamon. Spread over crust.
  7. Spread cream cheese over pumpkin layer.
  8. Sprinkle with chopped nuts and cinnamon/sugar if desired.
  9. Refrigerate until serving time and refrigerate any leftovers.

Stop by and experience all the wonderful ideas these creative cooks chose for this #DessertChallenge!


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Mocha Cupcakes with Candy Corn Glaze #ChocolateParty

Mocha Cupcakes with Candy Corn Glaze

Fall is here and Halloween is just around the corner. So what better chocolate treat for a #ChocolateParty about chocolate and candy than a cupcake topped with candy corn?
Thanks Roxana for hosting these great monthly chocolate parties. If you would like to join in the fun, here are the rules:


How to participate (the rules)
1.) Blog about your chocolate treat. Your recipe must include the two ingredients we choose. It can be a simple no bake treat or a sophisticated layer cake, the complexity level of the recipe is totally up to you.
2.) Include a link back to the Chocolate party page.  Optionally, add the Chocolate Party logo in your blog post or on your sidebar.
3.) Your recipe must be published during the current month. Please do not link old recipes, they will be deleted.

-add the linky code at the bottom of your post.

-have fun!!!
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Now that you know how, you have until October 31st to create your post and link up below!
 
Mocha Cupcakes with Candy Corn Glaze
 
Ingredients
Cake

  • 1 cup flour
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1/4 cup plus 2 Tablespoons cocoa
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/2 cup strong black coffee
  • 1 egg
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla

Put all ingredients in a large mixing bowl. Stir to wet dry ingredients. Beat on medium speed for 3 to 4 minutes to incorporate a bit of air. Those bubbles make your cake ever so light! 🙂
Pour batter into cupcake liners and bake at 350 &#176 for 10 to 15 minutes and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.

Glaze

  • 1 cup candy corn plus a few for decoration
  • 2 Tablespoons heavy cream
  • chopped nuts (optional)

Melt candy corn with cream over low-medium heat, stirring constantly until melted. Cool slightly and spread on cooled cupcakes. Add candy corn pieces or nuts if desired. Serve immediately or refrigerate. The glaze will be affected by room temperature and humidity, so adjust storage accordingly.
 

Check out all these great chocolate and candy combos for October’s Chocolate Party!


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Turkey Sausage and Noodle Pesto #SundaySupper

Turkey Sausage Noodle Pesto

This week the Sunday Supper Group is cooking up one pot recipes; from casseroles to slow cookers that make meal planning and clean up a little easier!
Sunday Supper Movement
Over 60 one pot meal ideas!

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