snack time.

Kahlua Truffles

 I have made a plethora of sweets in the past week. Every night has been something social, which of course requires sweet treats. Hosting offers the opportunity to make goodies, which I love. And food always brings people together. Which I also love.

Kettle Corn

Powdery Goodness

Dark Chocolate Shortbread Bars

The Kahlua truffles are great, and pair well with a glass of milk. Kettle corn is always a favorite. Especiialy when its homemade and warm. It sticks into little clusters, and the combo of salty and sweet keeps you coming back for more.


Kahlua Truffles:
1 1/4 cup ground pecan sandie or shortbread cookies
1 1/4 cup powdered sugar
1 1/4 cup ground nuts (I used pecans)
1 Tablespoon Cocoa

2 Tablespoons Corn Starch
1/3 Cup Kahlua

Mix all ingredients together. Roll into balls, and roll in powdered sugar. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Eat plenty.


Homemade Kettle Corn
1/4 cup oil
1/2 cup popcorn kernels
1/4 sugar
1 teaspoon salt

I popped my kettle corn in a whirley pop, which makes everything easier and prevents the sugar from burning. You can use a regular pan, but make sure you have a tight fitting lid so the oil doesn't jump out and splatter you.

Place pan on burner at medium heat. Add oil and kernels. Once two or three kernels have popped, add the sugar and salt. Stir or shake occasionally until popping begins to be consistent. Then, stir continuously until popping slows. Remove from heat and then pour immediately into a bowl. Let it cool a bit before you eat it! It will be very hot!