Monday, January 11, 2016

Mystical Minis



When people think of magic, they often think a complex ritual of spells.  I am here to say that is not always true.   For example, these mystical minis are a simple dessert that can bring a touch of magic into your life.  With a little love, a dollop of creativity (or whipped cream), and a pinch of whimsy (or salt), you can have delightful delicious desserts that can do wondrous things for you and those around you.


MARVELOUS MYSTICAL MAGICAL MINIS


 Preheat oven to 350 F. Bake for 18 -20 minutes. Use mini tart pans lined with mini cuplets or 1-2” foil and paper cups (a good place to find them is Michaels). Makes about 60 -72 tiny bite sized desserts. I often divide the recipe in half but the mini cheesecakes do freeze very well.


·         1¼ cup graham wafer or Oreo  crumbs


·         ¼ cup melted butter


Mix together and press about 1 tsp. into each cuplet.

  • 2- 8 oz. pkgs. of brick cream cheese
  • 1 cup white sugar
  • 4 eggs
  • 2 tsp. of lemon juice


Beat well and fill each liner about ¾ full. Bake until tops look set and have a touch of golden color. Cool completely.
  Magical Touch

There are a variety of things you can do to add magic to these tasty treats.  It would take forever to list them all but here are four to get you started.
Apple Cinnamon Caramel - Attracts love and passion and calms anxiety. Apple
Cinnamon
White sugar


Caramel sauce (make your own, melt soft caramels, or use sundae topping)


  1. Core and pare apple and cut into little tiny pieces.
  2. Mix in cinnamon and sugar to taste.
  3. Put in the microwave and cook for one minute.
  4. Spoon your apple mixture into the center of the mini.
  5. Pour the caramel sauce on top.

Sea Salt Chocolate - Cleanses the soul.  Milk Chocolate bar
Pinch of Sea Salt

  1. Cut the chocolate into small pieces.
  2. Add 2-3 drops of vegetable oil.
  3. Put in the microwave for 20 second intervals. Stir after each interval until melted.
  4. Spoon the melted chocolate into the center of the mini.
  5. Take a pinch of sea salt and sprinkle on top.

Lemon with Berries - Gives a surge of joyous energy. Lemon Pie Filling
Raspberries and Blueberries

  1. Spoon lemon pie filling into the center of the mini.
  2. Place one blueberry and one raspberry in the center.


Mint and Basil:  - Protects against negativity. Mint Jelly
Pinch of dried Basil

  1. Spoon mint jelly into the center of the mini.
  2. Sprinkle the basil on top.
Simple right?  But what makes them so magical?  The beginning of all magic comes from intention.  Arrange the desserts on a pretty plate, and play a little music.  Concentrate, wave your hand over the minis, and put your energy into them.  When you put in love and joyous energy, they instantly become magical. 
I hosted a Boxing Day Party and served the desserts. They were big hit and everyone was happy and having a great time.  Of course, I also served wine and cocktails.




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