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Lauren’s Holiday Recipes

Cranberry Turkey Stuffing Balls

These turkey stuffing balls are the perfect bite of Thanksgiving all wrapped up in one! Savory, sweet, and loaded with flavor, these bites will have you coming back for more!

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups cooked turkey (shredded or chopped)
  • 3 cups prepared stuffing
  • 1/2 cup dried cranberries
  • 1/4 cup chicken broth (or turkey broth)
  • 1/4 cup peas (optional)
  • 1 egg (beaten)
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped)
  • Salt & pepper to taste
  • Cranberry sauce (for serving)

Instructions:

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Mix the Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the cooked turkey, prepared stuffing, dried cranberries, peas (if using), beaten egg, and chicken broth. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly combined.
  3. Form the Balls: Roll the mixture into golf ball-sized portions and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Grinch Punch

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups lime sherbet
  • 4 cups lemon-lime soda (like Sprite or 7-Up)
  • 2 cups pineapple juice
  • 1 cup cranberry juice
  • 1 cup cherries for garnish (optional)

White Chocolate Cranberry Pecan Clusters

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups white chocolate chips
  • 1/2 cup dried cranberries
  • 1/2 cup pecans, chopped
  • 1/4 cup shredded coconut (optional)
  • 1/4 tsp sea salt

Instructions:

  1. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Melt the white chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl, heating in 20-second intervals and stirring between each interval until smooth.
  3. Stir in the dried cranberries and chopped pecans. If you love a tropical twist, add the shredded coconut.
  4. Drop spoonfuls of the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet, forming small clusters.
  5. Sprinkle a pinch of sea salt over the top of each cluster to enhance the flavors.
  6. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or until the clusters have fully set.
  7. Store the clusters in an airtight container in the refrigerator to keep them fresh.

Thanksgiving Punch

Ingredients:

  • 4 cups apple cider
  • 2 cups cranberry juice
  • 1 cup orange juice
  • 1 cup sparkling water (or ginger ale)
  • 1 cup fresh cranberries (for garnish)
  • 1 orange (sliced)
  • 1 apple (sliced)
  • Cinnamon sticks (for garnish, optional)

Instructions:

  1. Combine Juices: In a large punch bowl, pour in the apple cider, cranberry juice, and orange juice. Stir well to blend the flavors.
  2. Add Sparkling Water: Just before serving, add the sparkling water or ginger ale to create a fizzy effect. Stir gently to keep the bubbles intact.
  3. Garnish: Add the fresh cranberries, orange slices, and apple slices for a festive look. For an optional warm twist, toss in a few cinnamon sticks.
  4. Serve: Pour the punch into glasses over ice and enjoy this refreshing holiday beverage with family and friends.

Peanut Butter Cup S’mores Dip

Ingredients:

  • 1 (12-oz.) bag Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups
  • 1 (10-oz.) bag marshmallows
  • Graham crackers, for serving

Instructions:

  1. Preheat the oven to 450°F.
  2. Arrange the Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups in a single layer in a 9-inch cake pan. Top the Reese’s with the marshmallows.
  3. Bake the dip for 8 to 10 minutes until the marshmallows are golden and toasted.
  4. Remove the dip from the oven and serve immediately with graham crackers for dipping.

ROLO Pretzel Reindeer

Ingredients:

  • 20 ROLO® Creamy Caramels in Chocolate Candy
  • 40 small pretzel twists, divided
  • 40 candy eyes
  • 20 small round red candies (any variety)

Instructions:

  1. Heat oven to 250°F. Line cookie sheet with parchment paper or foil. Remove wrappers from creamy candies; set aside.
  2. Place 20 pretzels on prepared sheet. Top each pretzel with caramel candy. Cut remaining 20 pretzels* in half to form antlers; set aside.
  3. Heat cookie sheet with pretzels and caramels 3 minutes or until caramels start to soften. Remove from oven. Immediately add eyes, red candy nose and pretzel antlers by gently pushing into melted chocolate. Allow chocolate to firm before serving.

Cool Whip Cookies

Ingredients:

  • 1 Cake mix of choice {I used strawberry}
  • 1 Egg
  • 1 8 oz. tub of cool whip
  • Confectionery sugar

Instructions:

  1. Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper. Mix the above ingredients well until all batter is creamy.
  2. Spoonful of cake batter on the cookie sheet and lightly sprinkle confectionery sugar on top.
  3. Back at 350 degrees for 12-15 minutes. Mine were 15 minutes, oven temps vary.

Christmas Cranberry Honey Butter

Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/4 cup cranberry sauce (canned or homemade)
  • 1/4 cup honey

Optional Add-Ins:

  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 tsp orange zest and 1/2 tsp orange extract
  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon

Instructions:

  1. Whip the Butter: Use an electric mixer to whip the softened butter for 2-3 minutes until it becomes light and fluffy. This step is crucial for a smooth, airy texture.
  2. Add Ingredients: Incorporate the cranberry sauce, honey, and any optional flavorings such as vanilla extract, orange zest, or cinnamon. Whip the mixture again until all ingredients are fully combined, creating a vibrant and creamy spread.
  3. Store and Serve: Transfer the cranberry honey butter to a jar or ramekin. It can be served immediately for a soft, spreadable consistency or refrigerated for later use. If chilled, bring it to room temperature before serving to make spreading easier.
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