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What's the Secret to Perfect Bacon Hearts?

In summary, these are cute strawberry heart-shaped cookies that are easy to make using our Creative Cutters and Double Boiler.
Made these for an event this weekend
 

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Great ideas and photos!
 
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Strawberry 2 Ingredient Fudge

Ingredients
1 (16 oz) can of strawberry frosting
1 12 oz bag of white chocolate chips

How to Make
1.Prepare a 9x9 pan by spray lightly with cooking spray.
2.Over a double boiler, or in the microwave, melt your white chocolate chips.
3.When chips are melted, remove from heat and stir in your strawberry frosting, evenly.
4.Spread in your prepared pan and place in fridge to set for 30 minutes.
5.Cut into squares to serve.

Notes-Store in refrigerator in an airtight container for up to a week.


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These are FANTASTIC!!! Love it!
 
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Red Hot Bark is a sweet and spicy treat that comes together in just a few minutes! Smooth white chocolate is studded with cinnamon red hot candies in this kid-friendly bark recipe. You can substitute other kinds of chocolate for the white chocolate, but the striking visual contrast between the chocolate and the red hots won't be as apparent.

Ingredients:
•1 pkg white chocolate chips
•1/2 cup cinnamon red hot candies

Preparation:


1. Prepare a baking sheet by lining it with aluminum foil and set aside for now.

2. Place the white chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl and microwave until melted, stirring after every 30 seconds to prevent overheating. White chocolate burns easily, so it is important to stir frequently so you don’t ruin your chocolate.

3. Once the white chocolate is melted and completely smooth, add most of the red hots to the chocolate, reserving a few spoonfuls. Stir the red hots into the chocolate until they are well-distributed.

4. Pour the candy out onto the prepared baking sheet and spread it into a thin layer with an offset spatula or knife. Sprinkle the reserved spoonfuls of red hots over the top of the bark and press down gently to adhere them to the chocolate.

5. Place the bark in the refrigerator to set for about 15 minutes. Once the chocolate is set, break it into small irregular pieces by hand and serve. Red Hot Bark can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.

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Valentines Bark
Total Time: 2 hours
Yield: 8-10 servings

Serving Size: 2-3 pieces bark



•1 package chocolate candy coating/melts
•1 package white candy coating/melts
•pink food coloring (that does not contain water)
•1 package M&M's
•Assorted heart sprinkles
Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. Melt the chocolate candy melts in the microwave according to the package directions. Pour onto the lined baking sheet and evenly spread into a very thin layer with a spatula. Chill in the fridge until hardened.

Melt the white candy coating in the microwave according to the package directions, then use the pink food coloring to tint it the desired color. Evenly spread on top of the layer of chocolate and sprinkle the M&M's and heart sprinkles on top. Press lightly to adhere. Chill in the fridge until set, then remove from the parchment paper and break into pieces.

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Valentine's S'Mores

No recipe for this. I know it has a graham cracker crust and the top is candy and marshmallows. Probabely melted white chocolate over the crust. I know you broil it at the end to melt the marshmallows- so it'd have to made in our 9 by 13 metal pan.
Anyone have time this weekend to work out a recipe?
Looks amazing!!!
 
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here is a collage of some of the valentine ideas posted above [/. Hope you enjoy. QUOTE]
 

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Thanks-looks great!
 
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Weight Watchers Red Velvet Cake Recipe
Ingredients:
- 1 (18 ounce) box Duncan Heinz Red Velvet Cake Mix
- 8 ounces diet Dr. Pepper soda
- 1 (8 serving sized) package jell-o fat free sugar-free instant cheesecake pudding mix
- 1 (8 ounce) container fat-free cool whip (thawed)
- 2 cups skim milk

Directions:
Mix cake mix and diet soda. Pour in 13″x9″ rectangular baker.
Bake at 350 for 30 minutes or until done. Cool completely. Mix pudding and milk. When thickened, spread on cake. Spread Cool Whip over all and cut into 15 equal sized portions. Cover and refrigerate leftovers. Makes 15 servings.

Each serving = 4 Weight Watchers Points
 
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Oreo Cherry Cookie Balls
1 (8 oz.) PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese, softened
36 OREO Cookies, finely crushed
40 maraschino cherries, patted dry
12oz. BAKER'S White Chocolate, melted
8 drops red food coloring
2 tsp. red colored sugar

MIX cream cheese and cookie crumbs until blended. Pampered Chef's Manual Food Processor does the job of cookie crumbling perfectly!

SHAPE into 40 (1-1/4-inch) balls; press to flatten. Top each with cherry; wrap cream cheese mixture around cherry to completely enclose cherry. Re-roll into balls. Freeze 10 min.

MIX melted chocolate and food coloring until blended. Dip balls in chocolate; place on waxed paper-covered rimmed baking sheet. Sprinkle with sugar. Refrigerate 1 hour or until firm.

HOW TO EASILY DIP COOKIE BALLSTo easily coat cookie balls with the melted chocolate, add balls, in batches, to bowl of melted chocolate. Use 2 forks to roll balls in chocolate until evenly coated. Remove balls with forks, letting excess chocolate drip back into bowl. Place balls on prepared baking sheet; let stand until chocolate coating is firm. Recipe from Kraft
 
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Cream Filled Strawberries


Recipe:

16-18 large strawberries

1/3 cup mascarpone cheese

1/3 cup (80 ml) heavy whipping cream

2-3 (24-36 grams) tablespoons granulated white sugar

1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract


You want the strawberries to sit flat. So if they are a little wobbly with the stems left on, cut the green stems off the strawberries so they will stand upright when placed on your serving tray. With a small sharp knife, cut an "X" in each strawberry, cutting almost to the bottom of each strawberry. (The cut should be such that the strawberry will open up but not fall apart.) Gently, with your fingertips, spread each strawberry apart to make "petals". Set aside while you make the cream filling.

In a medium sized bowl, whip the mascarpone cheese and whipping cream until soft peaks form. Add the sugar and vanilla and continue to whip until still peaks form.

Spoon the cream into the Easy Accent Decorator (or a pastry bag). Pipe the cream into the strawberries. If not serving immediately, cover, and place in the refrigerator until serving time.

Preparation time 15 minutes
 
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Sugar Cookie Martini

2 tablespoons (1 oz) vodka
2 tablespoons (1 oz) chocolate liqueur
1/4 cup (2 oz) Irish cream liqueur
1/4 cup (2 oz) half-and-half
2 teaspoons butterscotch syrup
Ice
1/4 cup candy sprinkles

In cocktail shaker, add all ingredients except sprinkles. Shake until cold. Dip rim of martini glass into water then into sprinkles. Pour martini into glass; top with more sprinkles.
 
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Chocolate Covered Chips!!!

Ingredients:

1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
1/2 tsp vegetable shortening
Ruffled potato chips
2 Tbsp mini chocolate chips (optional)
1 tsp coarse salt (optional)

Directions:

1. In a small glass dish, combine chocolate chips and shortening.
2. Heat in a microwave oven on high 30 seconds to 1 minutes or until melted and smooth when stirred.
3. Brush chips, one at a time, with a thick layer of chocolate, coating one half to three quarters of each chip.
4. Place chips on parchment or wax paper-lined baking pan.
5. Lightly sprinkle salt on top or mini chocolate chips
6. Let stand at room temperature 15 minutes, then refrigerate for another 15 minutes or until set.

Source: Chef Mommy
 
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Red Velvet Cheesecake Brownies

Ingredients:
1/2 cup butter
2-oz dark chocolate, coarsely chopped
1 cup sugar
... 2 large eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 1/2 tsp red food coloring
2/3 cup all purpose flour
1/4 tsp salt
8-oz cream cheese, room temperature
1/3 cup sugar
1 large egg
1/2 tsp vanilla extract

Directions:
Preheat oven to 350F.
Line one Brownie Pan with cupcake liners
In Small Batter Bowl, melt butter and chocolate
together. Stir until combined and very smooth. Set aside to cool for a few minutes.
In a large bowl, whisk together sugar, eggs, vanilla extract and red food coloring. Add chocolate mixture and stir until smooth. Add flour and salt and stir until just combined and no streaks of dry ingredients remain.
Pour batter into lined wells.
To prepare cheesecake mixture, beat cream cheese, sugar, egg and vanilla extract in a medium bowl until smooth. Distribute the cheesecake mixture over batter in the pan. Swirl in with a knife or spatula.
Bake for 20-25 minutes, until brownies and cheesecake are set. A knife inserted into the cheesecake mixture should come out clean and the edges will be lightly browned.
Let cool completely in pan.
 
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Bumping- great ideas!
 

Related to What's the Secret to Perfect Bacon Hearts?

1. How do I make perfect bacon hearts?

To make perfect bacon hearts, you will need thick-cut bacon, a baking sheet, and parchment paper. Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Cut the bacon strips in half and shape each half into a heart on the parchment paper. Bake for 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the bacon is crispy and the edges are slightly curled.

2. Can I use regular thin-cut bacon for bacon hearts?

While you can use thin-cut bacon for bacon hearts, the end result may not be as defined and the bacon may not hold its shape as well. We recommend using thick-cut bacon for the best results.

3. What type of pan should I use to make bacon hearts?

You can use any baking sheet or pan to make bacon hearts. However, using a baking sheet with sides will help contain any excess grease from the bacon.

4. How do I prevent the bacon hearts from sticking to the pan?

To prevent the bacon hearts from sticking to the pan, line the baking sheet with parchment paper before shaping the bacon hearts. This will also make for easier cleanup afterwards.

5. Can I add seasonings or toppings to my bacon hearts?

Yes, you can add seasonings or toppings to your bacon hearts before or after baking. Some popular options include brown sugar, maple syrup, black pepper, and garlic powder. Just be sure to keep an eye on the bacon as it may cook quicker with added toppings.

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