Dewayne and Kathy Jones Real Estate Team

11/24/2024

11/22/2024

Sweetened Condensed Milk Snowball Cookies ❄️🍪

Ingredients:

1 cup unsalted butter, softened
½ cup sweetened condensed milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon salt
1 cup finely chopped nuts (pecans or walnuts)
1½ cups powdered sugar (for coating)

Directions:

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and sweetened condensed milk until creamy and smooth. Mix in the vanilla extract.
Gradually add the flour and salt, mixing until combined. Fold in the finely chopped nuts.
Scoop 1-tablespoon portions of dough and roll into balls. Place them on the prepared baking sheets about 2 inches apart.
Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the bottoms are just lightly golden. The cookies should remain pale.
Allow the cookies to cool slightly on the baking sheets for 5 minutes, then roll them in powdered sugar while still warm.
Once completely cooled, roll the cookies in powdered sugar again for a snowy finish.

Prep Time: 15 minutes | Baking Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes
Kcal: 140 kcal per cookie | Servings: 24 cookies

Tips:
For extra flavor, toast the nuts before chopping.
Store the cookies in an airtight container to keep them fresh for up to a week.

11/21/2024

Classic Cherry Delight 😋🍒

Ingredients:

2 cups graham cracker crumbs
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
1 cup powdered sugar
1 container (8 oz) whipped topping (like Cool Whip), thawed
1 can (21 oz) cherry pie filling

Directions:

In a mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and granulated sugar. Mix well until the texture resembles wet sand.
Press the mixture evenly into the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish to form the crust. Refrigerate for 15 minutes.
In a separate bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar together until smooth and creamy.
Gently fold in the whipped topping until fully combined. Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the chilled crust.
Top with the cherry pie filling, spreading it evenly over the cream layer.
Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until the dessert is fully set.
Serve chilled and enjoy!

Prep Time: 15 minutes | Chilling Time: 2 hours | Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
Kcal: 280 kcal per serving | Servings: 12 servings

Tips:
Swap cherry pie filling for blueberry, strawberry, or apple for a flavor twist.
For extra crunch, sprinkle chopped nuts or crushed graham crackers on top before serving.

11/21/2024

Almond Joy Cookies 🎄🍪

Ingredients:

1 (14 oz) bag shredded coconut
1 (12 oz) bag semi-sweet chocolate chips
1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk
⅔ cup chopped almonds

Directions:

Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded coconut, chocolate chips, sweetened condensed milk, and chopped almonds. Mix until evenly combined.
Using a cookie scoop, pack the mixture firmly into the scoop, then drop it onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing the cookies about 2 inches apart.
Bake for 12-14 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Prep Time: 10 minutes | Baking Time: 14 minutes | Total Time: 24 minutes
Kcal: 150 kcal per cookie | Servings: 24 cookies

Tips:
Use toasted almonds for extra flavor.
Store the cookies in an airtight container for up to a week.

11/19/2024

Reindeer Chow 🎄😋

Ingredients:

9 cups rice cereal squares (like Chex)
1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
½ cup creamy peanut butter
¼ cup unsalted butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1½ cups powdered sugar
1 cup red and green M&M’s
1 cup mini pretzels
1 cup white chocolate chips

Directions:

In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine the semi-sweet chocolate chips, peanut butter, and unsalted butter. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring after each, until fully melted and smooth. Stir in the vanilla extract.
Pour the melted mixture over the rice cereal squares. Gently fold until all the cereal is evenly coated.
Transfer the coated cereal to a large zip-top bag or a bowl with a lid. Add the powdered sugar and shake well until the cereal is thoroughly coated.
Spread the cereal out on a large baking sheet to cool and harden for about 20 minutes.
Once cooled, mix the coated cereal with the M&M’s, mini pretzels, and white chocolate chips in a large bowl.
Serve immediately or store in an airtight container for up to 1 week.

Prep Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 15 minutes
Kcal: 180 kcal per ½ cup | Servings: 16 servings

Tips:
Add festive sprinkles for extra holiday cheer.
Use peanut butter alternatives like almond or sunflower butter for dietary preferences.

11/19/2024

Butter Pecan Praline Poke Cake 🍰🥜

Ingredients:

For the cake:
1 box butter pecan cake mix (plus ingredients listed on the box)
1 cup chopped pecans

For the filling:
1 (14-oz) can sweetened condensed milk
½ cup caramel sauce

For the topping:
1½ cups heavy whipping cream
3 tablespoons powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup chopped pralines or candied pecans

Directions:

Preheat your oven according to the cake mix instructions and prepare a 9x13-inch baking dish with nonstick spray.
Prepare the butter pecan cake batter as directed on the box. Stir in the chopped pecans. Pour the batter into the prepared dish and bake as directed on the package.
Once baked, let the cake cool for 10 minutes. Then, using the handle of a wooden spoon, poke holes evenly across the top of the cake.
In a small bowl, mix the sweetened condensed milk and caramel sauce until smooth. Pour this mixture over the cake, making sure it seeps into the holes. Let the cake cool completely.
In a chilled mixing bowl, beat the heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form. Spread the whipped cream evenly over the cooled cake.
Sprinkle the top with chopped pralines or candied pecans.
Refrigerate the cake for at least 2 hours before serving.

Prep Time: 20 minutes | Baking Time: 30 minutes | Chill Time: 2 hours | Total Time: 2 hours 50 minutes
Kcal: 350 kcal per slice | Servings: 12 slices

Tips:
Use store-bought whipped topping as a quick substitute for homemade whipped cream.
For extra praline flavor, drizzle caramel sauce over the whipped cream before serving.