Sometimes I think it is “All” in the details. You know, those few minutes it takes to make something go from ordinary to extraordinary. Today, I’m going to share with you a few ideas of ways to take simple every day items and make them a little more special.
Starting with simple brownie mix. A great way to portion brownies is to make them in muffin papers/pans.
I do this for my family as well. They seem to last a lot longer this way. Sometimes, I will make up several batches and freeze them like this too.
Anyway, if you are called on to bring a treat to an event, instead of just making a pan of brownies, bake them in muffin papers and then top with with a dollop of frosting.
Then add a finishing touch like this fondant butterfly I had left over from a butterfly cake, or a mini candy bar, or sprinkle with m&ms.
Cookies are another easy treat to share. So next time you need a quick little thank you gift or thinking of you treat, make a batch of cookies…any kind will do. When you get ready to give them, instead of just throwing a bunch in a baggie, wrap them neatly in some plastic wrap and tie them with a bow.
It turns four little cookies into a specially wrapped treat.
Brown paper lunch bags are so inexpensive and make beautiful gift wrap. You can put a Make Ahead Mix in the bag or any other little gift.
By using a hole punch you can neatly place holes in the top of a bag and add a ribbon to make it pretty. Any scrapbook paper tag will spruce it up nicely as well.
All it takes is a few minutes of thought, doesn’t it?
I would love for you to link up your post to my Motivation Monday linky. It’s such a great fit!
Pretty portion control, you could freeze those cookies wrapped too.
You’re so right that it’s all in the details! Love your presentation! I’d be thrilled if you’d link up at this week’s Off the Hook!
I have to portion control everything or my kids have eaten the entire pan in seconds!
Great ideas! I love the cooking the brownies in the muffin tin…genius idea to portion control and make them last longer.
I would love if you would share this at my link party. http://www.realcoake.blogspot.com/2013/02/real-family-fun-2.html
Have a great weekend.
KC
It certainly is the little things that count…love the brownines and the bag and tag. I know it would make my day. Glad I found your blog, I am your newest follower.
What great tips! I am definitely going to do your dress-up-a-brownie trick soon!
What a great recipe! Have a great week and thank you so much for sharing with Full Plate Thursday.
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Miz Helen
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Great ideas. I know my family would love the brownies!
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