So finally a formal recap of a Zesty food presentation which took place last Saturday. Before I begin, I just want to say it was a lot of fun. It was a bit nerve racking preparing under a time crunch to get ready for a live act but I would do it again in an instant.
I was not really sure what I was getting into as I just took the request and said “YES” without asking to many questions…. that is normally how I live! Terrible I know but fun. So I stopped in Friday evening to check out the venue and was totally impressed. Nice big kitchen to work in, labeled cabinets and drawers for supplies. There was even a chef from the culinary institute there prepping for the lunch.
On the video side of things – they had wireless mics, huge video screen displays – great sound system. Overall this was a great event. The topic of the whole event revolved around tips for having a less hectic Christmas Season. So of course I tried to adhere to that and make a super simple treat.
On to the Food
I know I know – the title made you drool. I can tell! This little treats are super easy to make and actually quite cheap to gather the ingredients. It consists of three simple ingredients and a total of 4 minutes of cooking time. Can you really beat that? I think not. Here is the scoop on how to prepare this little single bites of heaven.
Ingredients
- Flat waffle pretzels
- Chocolate caramel balls
- Pecan halves (roasted)
Method
- Preheat oven to 300 degrees F
- Line baking sheet with parchment paper
- Spread out waffle pretzels on the parchment paper
- Add a chocolate caramel balls on top and bake for 4 minutes
- Remove from oven and press a roasted pecan halve on top until the chocolate and caramel begin to ooze
- ENJOY!
Zesty Tip: If you want to use Jumbo Rolo candies instead – they work great as well but my only concern is the cost if you are making them in large batches.
In addition to the treat I thought I would share a couple of not so boring vegetable dishes for the crowd. With that I had to share the dazzled carrots with pear and balsamic – which is literally just as easy as boiling carrots. I also presented the simple brussel sprout recipe with figs and maple.
Some more food shots
Some kitchen Mayhem shots
I had a great time on Saturday and realized that I love food and everything about it.
I hope you have a great day and keep smiling.
Take care
zesty
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- Mrs. Zesty Delivers Chocolate Skor Topped Cupcake
- You Betcha Chocolate Cake!
- Chocolate Cream Cheese Cupcakes
- True Comfort Food: String Beans w/ Lamb
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How neat that you gave a food demonstration! The chocolate turtle treats look lip-smacking good.
I love those little chocolate treats! They look so easy to make, yet so adorable! If I have a cookie swap this year I think I know what I’m making :O)
ooh, I’ve made those turtles before and completely forgot about them! So good and easy.
Glad the demo went well!
Those Turtles look amazing – will definitely have to give them a try!
Glad the demo went so well. I love these Turtles. I can’t believe they can be made with Rolos. I think I will make these as Christmas gifts for friends.
Those little treats would be great for a class party! Glad to hear the demo went well….sounded like fun for sure.
I made those pretzels things a couple of weeks ago. SO easy and SO yummy! I’m making more for Thanksgiving
Thanks Zesty
I was wondering what to bring to a pot luck tomorrow evening.
We made those turtles last year — but with Rolos. I love them! Thanks for reminding me about them.
I am so making those little treats this year for Christmas. Where does one find chocolate caramel balls though? I can’t say I’ve seen them, but then again, I haven’t been looking.
@Marianne – I picked them up at the bulk barn.
Oh Whoa….I am amazed…those chocolate looks fantastic ! fabulous holiday treat:))))