Salted Molten Caramel Chocolate Muffins

SALTED MOLTEN CARAMEL CHOCOLATE MUFFINS

1 1/2 Cups All-Purpose Flour

3/4 Cups Sugar

1/2 Cup Unsweetened Cocoa Powder

2 tsp Baking Powder

1/4 tsp Baking Soda

1/2 tsp Salt

1/2 Cup Chopped Semi-Sweet Chocolate (plus more for tops of muffins)

1 Cup Milk

1/2 Cup Vegetable Oil

2 Large Eggs

Trader Joe's Fleur de Sel Caramels (or quality jarred caramel sauce)

Sea Salt 

Heat oven to 375. Line a 12 count muffin tin with paper liners. Whisk dry ingredients (flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder and salt) in a large bowl. Add chopped chocolate to bowl and mix. Whisk wet ingredients (milk, oil, eggs) in a small bowl until smooth. Add wet ingredients to dry and stir until just combined. 

Fill muffin cups about two-thirds full. Bake for 8-10 minutes until the edges are set (the center will still be uncooked). Remove from oven and place a caramel into the center of the muffin (if you are using caramel sauce, drop about a teaspoon of sauce into the center of each muffin). Return to the oven and bake for 10-15 more minutes or until a toothpick inserted to the edge of the muffin comes out clean. Do not insert into the caramel!

Remove the muffins from the oven and sprinkle with chocolate and sea salt.

Makes 12 muffins 

These are delicious warm, so heat next day muffins in microwave for about 10 seconds!

Holiday Gift Tags

HOLIDAY GIFT TAGS

So my daughter, Allison and I had a great weekend making Holiday Gift Tags using any and all types of craft materials...card stock, ribbon, buttons, stickers, stamps, glitter and anything else we could find! They are fun and easy to make and a great way to personalize a gift for someone special on your "Nice" list!

Spicy Black Bean Soup

SPICY BLACK BEAN SOUP (Serves 4)

1 1/2 TBS Olive Oil

2 Cloves Garlic, chopped fine

1 Medium Onion, chopped

1 Jalapeno, chopped fine OR 3-4 Anaheim Chiles, roasted, peeled and chopped

1 tsp Kosher Salt

1 tsp Ground Cumin

2 cups Chicken Broth

Three 15 oz cans Black Beans

Sour Cream, Cilantro, Green Onions for garnish

Optional: 1 tsp Frank's Red Hot Sauce

                Pinch Red Pepper Flakes

                Ham Hock

Saute garlic, onions, jalapenos and salt for about 5-6 minutes; stir occasionally; until soft. Add cumin (this is where you would add the Frank's or red pepper flakes or chipotle peppers or any other spice to your liking) and cook for about one more minute. Add chicken broth and two cans black beans. Over medium high heat, bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes. Using an immersion blender, blend until the consistency you desire is achieved. Add the last can of beans to add texture and cook for ten more minutes. Salt and pepper to taste.

Serve with your favorite toppings - sour cream, chopped cilantro, grated cheese, green onions!

***This recipe is easy to adjust to your spice level - if you don't want too much heat, try only half of the jalapeno...to kick it up, add the red pepper flakes or cayenne pepper!

***If you use the ham hock, be careful of the amount of salt added.

***This recipe can easily be vegetarian by using vegetable broth instead of chicken broth. 

Fall Decor

 Decorating for fall is one of our favorite things! Most of the pumpkins have been in my fall supplies for years; some were passed down and some are even from the dollar store! Different sizes, different fabrics and finishes add more dimension! Mix colors and add your own personality! Now go and have a pumpkin spice latte!

My 3 Sisters Craft Room, Etsy Listings

What do you get when you mix three creative minds in one room? My3SistersCraftRoom. 

As sisters, we are all very alike but also very different, which sometimes can create the most unique, homemade crafts. We work together on every item we make, and always manage to find time to laugh. Each item is handmade, which means no two items are ever alike.

We hope you enjoy the unique handmade crafts in our shop! You can purchase any of the decorations you see below at https://www.etsy.com/shop/My3SistersCraftRoom. 

14" Rustic Fall Yarn Wreath, $35

Hand wrapped yarn wreath that has been embellished with hand made felt flowers. This wreath measure 14" across, the perfect size to hang anywhere. The simplistic fall colors will add a warm and rustic feel to any home. Great for any indoor space as well as any covered outdoor space. It is a fantastic way to welcome guests into your home this fall season. 

Vertical Fall Wooden Sign, $15

Wooden blocks act as perfect backdrops for beautifully crafted paper squares. On top of those squares, lay simplistic letters along with whimsical fall leaves and an assortment of rustic buttons. Hanging at 22 in, each block measures 4 in and they are all strung together with Jute twine, adding the perfect country touch. This adorable sign is just right for any home and its vertical shape makes it ideal for any wall or doorway this festive season. 

Gobble til’ you Wobble Wood Sign, $25

After a large Thanksgiving dinner, who wouldn’t feel like wobbling like a fat little turkey? This sign is an one of a kind, hand crafted sign. The wood is hand painted and sanded to add a rustic feel. The wording is ink transferred to the wood and then hand painted to add texture and dimension. The lovable turkey is hand sketch and hand painted, fitted with festive feathers and adds a darling touch to the sign. Embellished with hand crafted leaves and vines. This adorable wooden sign measure 9in wide and 12in long. Our wooden sign is a great way to complete your fireplace mantel decorations and add a whimsical touch to your home. This sign would be the perfect addition to any fall or Thanksgiving display this season.

Santa Ho Ho Ho Christmas Wreath, $42

This wreath is a great way to welcome holiday guest into your home. The wreath measures 19in. across and is for indoor/outdoor displays. The wreath form is hand wrapped with red burlap and embellished with a black burlap belt. Santa's belt is finished with a glittery, silver belt buckle. The letters are wooden and painted white with glitter. The perfect addition to anyone's holiday decorations.

Poinsettia Votives, $22.50 

                   

     

These poinsettia votives are one of a kind and made from recycled soda cans. Each poinsettia is hand cut to create the perfect flower petals. The poinsettia votives are embellished with winter greens, holly berries, pinecones with a holiday sparkle, and a dusting of snow. Each poinsettia votive ranges in diameter from approximately 8in. to 10in. They are the perfect centerpiece to brighten any holiday table!

Christmas Mason Jars-Hand Painted Santa, Reindeer, Snowman, and Penguin, $12+

 

These adorable hand-painted, Christmas mason jars are the perfect addition to anyone's holiday decor. Each jar is handcrafted, so no two jars are every alike. These mason jars can be used as vases, tea light votives, or candy jars. They are also a great gift to send to loved ones.

Santa Jar- Hand-painted red, with a painted black belt and glittery, yellow belt buckle. Embellished with white buttons and cotton balls for Santa's beard. 

Reindeer- Hand-painted a two-tone brown, with a shiny red, ribbon collar, and fitted with gold bells. Completed with a red pom-pom nose and brown felt antlers and ears. 

Snowman-The jar is spray painted with Frosted Glass spray paint, while the facial features are hand-painted. Rosy check add a whimsical touch to the snowman. Embellished with a red felt scarf and fake snow. 

Penguin-The jar is spray painted with Frosted Glass spray paint, and the penguins body is hand-painted. Embellished with a set of yellow pom-pom ear muffs and fake snow. 

You can find all these items on our Etsy page: My3SistersCraftRoom

https://www.etsy.com/shop/My3SistersCraftRoom