Simply Scrumptious!

It is chilly, brisk, and rainy outside in Nashville today. But, inside the golden walls of my kitchen, it is warm and toasty...literally. To the beat of my Pandora stations, and with the aroma of sugary white chocolate spreading throughout the house, I am baking these balls of Oreo and cream cheese deliciousness!

The recipe is super easy, the taste is ridiculously delicious, and they're quite fun to make. Here's the easy cheesy recipe:

• 1 package regular size Oreo cookies, crushed
• 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
• 1 package white almond bark
• 1 package chocolate almond bar

1. 1Using a blender or hand held mixer, mix Oreos and cream cheese together.
2. 2Roll into walnut size balls.
3. 3Chill for an hour.
4. 4Melt approximately 3/4 package of white almond bark.
5. 5Stick a toothpick in an Oreo ball and dip it in the melted white almond bark.
6. 6Allow to harden on wax paper.
7. 7Takes about 15 min.
8. 8While waiting, melt about 1/4 package of chocolate almond bark.
9. 9When Oreo balls are no longer sticky to the touch, decorate with drizzles of chocolate and white almond bark.

*I just use a sandwich bag with a tiny hole cut in one corner to drizzle the almond bark.
Finally, take a break from Thanksgiving preparations, eat one of these babies, and slowly slip away into a sugary coma...
Tomorrow we are celebrating Thanksgiving at my cousin Kristi's house. I can't wait for my family to try these scrumptious balls!
What simply scrumptious desserts are you baking in your kitchen today??? Please feel free to share your recipes in the comments section!
Happy Baking!

DIY: Mini Message Board

Here's a "Do It Yourself" project I created for this beautiful couples' outdoor wedding reception. It's fun, easy, and adds a sweet touch to any event or home!

Here's what you'll need:

1 wooden craft frame (8x10 displayed)

1 thin canvas (size fit for picture frame)

1 sheet designed scrapbook paper

Chalkboard paint

Acrylic paint (gold)

Wooden monogram letter

Vintage buttons (love to find these at the local flea market)

Hot glue

Scissors

2 wide paintbrushes

Step 1: Using a wide paintbrush, paint a thick layer of Chalkboard Paint over the canvas. (This must set for one hour before applying a second coat, so complete this step immediately.)

Step 2: Using our color of choice (shimmering gold pictured), apply a thick coat of metallic paint over your wooden craft letter. Allow time to dry.

(I used the letter "M" to represent the Happy Couple's last name.)

(Our three leading characters: Mod Podge, Chalkboard Paint, and Shimmering Gold craft paint)

Step 3: Measure and cut the scrapbook paper to fit the four sides of the frame. Using a thick coat of Mod Podge both to adhere the paper to the wooden frame and also to add a glossy finish to the surface of the final product.

(*Don't forget to apply a second coat of chalkboard paint to the canvas after one hour's time.)

Step 4: After the Chalkboard Paint has completely dried, remove the glass from the frame and carefully insert your chalkboard canvas.

Now is also the time to add the cutesy decor- the golden monogram letter and the vintage buttons. To make things simple, these may be adhered with a hot glue gun.

And, vua-lah!

A charming, hand-made, easy-on-your-pocket message board that adds a personal touch to any scene!

At this particular wedding, we placed the mini message board on the couple's wishing tree table.

I also created a mini message board in my home's entryway. Today it reads, "Be Joyful Always" to remind me what's really important these days.

What do you think?

Let me know how yours turn out!