Lots of Love Lollipop Treat Recipe

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Lots of Love Lollipop Treat Recipe

3 Comments 02 September 2010

Thank you to everyone who voted on the best recipe for the Rice Krispies Treat After School Conversation Starter Challenge. The landslide winner is….

The Lots of Love Lollipop Treat!

I had a feeling this would be popular, but the voting wasn’t even close. The idea behind this Rice Krispies Lollipop Treat that you can make a regular batch of Rice Krispies Treats and quickly and easily make a special afternoon snack. You can make any shape you want using a cookie cutter, but the heart looks as sweet as it tastes. And, the shape – no matter what you decide to use – can be a great conversation starter with schoolkids of any age. For my little guy I said, “I love you very much. What did you love about school today?”

While you can make one treat from a regular batch of Rice Krispies, this recipe is to make an entire batch of Lollipops.

Rice Krispies Treat Lollipop Recipe

What You Need

  • 3 Tablespoons Margarine or Butter (I strongly prefer butter!)
  • 1 Package (10 ounce, about 40) regular marshmallows or 4 cups miniature marshmallows (Get your kid involved tip: My son helped me count out 40 marshmallows)
  • 6 Cups Kellogg’s Rice Krispies cereal
  • 2 Cups Chocolate Chips (I used milk chocolate but semi-sweet is perfect, too.)
  • 1 Tablespoon Shortening
  • 1 Cup crushed Nuts
  • Cookie Cutter
  • Lollipop Sticks

Directions

  1. Melt butter in large saucepan over low heat. Add marshmallows and stir until completely melted. Remove from heat.
  2. Mix in Kellogg’s Rice Krispies cereal. Stir until well coated.
  3. Spread the mixture using  a buttered spatula or waxed paper evenly into a 13 x 9 x 2 inch pan coated with cooking spray. (To make them more even and compact, I place waxed paper on top and another pan on top of that to flatten them out.)
  4. Let Rice Krispies Treats cool completely. Using your favorite cookie cutters, cut out shapes.
  5. Melt the chocolate chips and shortening together in a double boiler. (If you don’t have a double boiler, place a few inches of water in a saucepan, place a metal bowl into the pot leaving room between the bottom of the bowl and the water. Melt the chocolate and shortening in the bowl.)
  6. Dip shapes in melted chocolate. Lay on waxed paper and sprinkle with crushed peanuts. Insert lollipop stick in the bottom of the shape to create a lollipop!
  7. Let lollipops cool and then enjoy!

Rice Krispies Treat Lollipop keep well in the refrigerator for a few days. Makes approximately 12 lollipop, depending on the size of your cookie cutter.

This post is part of a compensated program for Rice Krispies facilitated by TheMotherhood.com. (Read the complete rules.)
Rice Krispies Recipe Challenge – Vote For Your Favorite + Win

Blogging, Giveaways

Rice Krispies Recipe Challenge – Vote For Your Favorite + Win

36 Comments 28 August 2010

I love Rice Krispies Treats. Love them. But, when I was asked to participate in the Rice Krispies Recipe Box Challenge to come up with a new and creative recipe, I have to admit I was hesitant. Because, really? I’m not creative in the kitchen. I’m more of a follow a recipe gal than a make up a recipe gal. But I decided to go with the challenge full steam ahead and came up with several recipes that I think are delish.

Rice Krispies Treat Challenge

  • Theme: Make your Rice Krispies Treats Recipe an after school conversation starter.
  • Rule: Treat must contain fruit or nut.
  • On the line: Pride. And, the best recipe among the 10 participating bloggers will be featured on RiceKrispies.com!

After School Rice Krispies Treats

I need help picking THE BEST Treat to submit for the contest. Check out my four options and VOTE for the Treat you think looks like the best “after school conversation starter”. I’ll share the (very complicated ::cough::) recipe for the winning Treat on Thursday, September 2.

#1: Peanut Butter & Jelly Sandwich Treat

#2: Choco-Monkey Sandwich Treat

#3: Nutter-Monkey Sandwich Treat

#4: Lots of Love Lollipop Treat

Which Rice Krispies Treat is the best for the "After School Conversation Starter" Recipe Challenge?

  • Lots of Love Lollipop Treat (67%, 38 Votes)
  • Nutter Monkey Sandwich Treat (16%, 9 Votes)
  • Choco-Nut Monkey Sandwich Treat (12%, 7 Votes)
  • Peanut Butter & Jelly Sandwich Treat (5%, 3 Votes)

Total Voters: 57

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Win! If you leave a comment with how you voted in the poll, you’ll be entered to win Two Rice Krispies™ Snap Crackle and Pop™ Bowls.

This post is part of a compensated program for Rice Krispies facilitated by TheMotherhood.com. (Read the complete rules.)
SHOUT Go Play Sweepstakes

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SHOUT Go Play Sweepstakes

No Comments 25 August 2010

SHOUT, America’s number 1 stain remover, is hosting a very cool sweepstakes on Facebook to recognize the importance of kids being kids. Studies show that play, pure and simple, helps children build important skills. They want to help your little ones play with gusto through the Go Play Sweepstakes.

Go Play Sweepstakes Prizes

Weekly Gift Card Gveaways - $200 to The Shopping Mama favorite Growing Tree Toys
Dream Playset Grand Prize - Super Sunshine Castle playset from Rainbow Play Systems!


Enter the Go Play Sweepstakes Today

Entering is Easy. Simply check out the Go Play Sweepstakes, “Like” Shout on Facebook, and enter your basic contact info. The sweepstakes ends September 14!

Good luck!

I am a SHOUT Ambassador through a compensated Mom Bloggers Club member program.
Savvy Savings & Scholarships is Going National

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Savvy Savings & Scholarships is Going National

1 Comment 22 August 2010

You may have noticed the Savvy Savings & Scholarships widget on my sidebar for the past couple months:


(And if you haven’t, you really should take a peek and click around over there —–> There are some great sponsors to check out.)

I want to bring your attention to Savvy Savings & Scholarships because it’s such a cool program – and it’s growing. Starting mid-September the program is going national!

What is Savvy Savings & Scholarships?

The Savings: Each week, we offer parents a significant savings on a fun, family-friendly activity selected by our Savvy Source editors. Once enough people have signed up to purchase, the Savings and Scholarships offer becomes active.

The Scholarship: Beyond giving parents in our communities a great deal on a fun activity, we donate 5% of each purchase to a preschool of the purchaser’s choice. We also donate 5% of each purchase to a scholarship fund created to help parents afford preschool for their children.

What This Means for You

If you live in a major metropolitan area across the US, make sure you check the widget each week to see the local savings. You can register now now to make sure you don’t miss a deal. You could save 50% off karate lessons for your daughter or half price zoo membership  – the deals are new each week, but they are always worth a look and always family-friendly activities. As I mentioned, the program is expanding in a few short weeks so they’ll be even more opportunities for great savings – and scholarships for your local preschool.

If you blog, you can sign up to host the widget on your blog. In addition to offering readers valuable savings while earning money for local schools, you can earn a commission for every sale made through your widget. Talk about win-win-win!

Disclosure: I am a Savvy Ambassador compensated to spread the word about the program. I was not paid to write this post, and opinions are my own.
Everyone Wins! Energizer Charge Smart Charger & $15 Target Gift Card

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Everyone Wins! Energizer Charge Smart Charger & $15 Target Gift Card

14 Comments 22 August 2010

As you know, I was truly lucky and honored to represent Energzier as a Smart ChargHer at BlogHer. In addition to receiving a very generous sponsorship, of the perks was that I received a Energizer Recharge Smart Charger.  I am kind of ashamed to admit that until receiving it, we relied totally on disposable batteries. And a lot of them. I have to tell you, I feel a lot better about the idea of powering my little ones’ toys, my big one (husband’s) electronic gadget toys and other household necessities with rechargeable batteries. I love that after making the switch we won’t use and toss batteries any more.

Energizer Recharge Smart Charger

But, the Energizer Recharge Smart Charger isn’t your average battery charger. Here are a few of the features that set it apart:

  • Countdown timer shows how long until batteries are charged
  • Battery Fuel Guage shows charge status
  • Bad Battery Alert detects alerts and shuts off charging when a  non-NiMH or old NiMH battery is inserted
  • Large visual display can be viewed from across the room
  • Charges 2 or 4 AA or AAA NiMH rechargeable batteries
  • Charges batteries at a safe, steady rate which improves the    long-term health of the NiMH battery
  • For approximate charge times, download the user manual.
  • Energy Star® certified

Win a Smart Charger & a $15 Target Gift Card!

If you have a blog, can get your very own Energizer Recharge Smart Charger AND a $15 Target Gift Card to stock up on Energizer Rechargeable Batteries (or back to school supplies!) for a $35 total value. Interested? Of course you are!

To win, simply write a blog post about one of the following topics by August 27:

  • Why you think an Energizer Smart Charger would make your life easier
  • Recapping your encounter with our Smart ChargHers at BlogHer (if you attended)
  • Review of any Energizer charger and/or Energizer rechargeable batteries you own

This opportunity is NOT restricted to only BlogHer attendees, so please feel free to “Spread the Swag” and share this giveaway on Facebook and Twitter. If you share on Twitter please use the hashtag #EnergizerSC.

Blog Post Guidelines

  1. Blog articles need to be posted by August 27, 2010 (limited to the first 200 bloggers who post their article – the opportunity is still open as of today!)
  2. Postings must be at least 200 words and images are encouraged (grab the Image of the Smart Charger to use – I’m also happy to email you more detailed information and images if you let me know you’d like them) and I’d love if link to this post so readers can learn more about the opportunity
  3. E-mail the link plus preferred shipping address to wendyb@blickandstaff.com
Disclosure: I was provided a generous sponsorship to BlogHer by Energizer but was not compensated for this post.
Ralph Lauren Celebrates the New #RLGang Storybook (+ Exclusive Ralph Lauren Discount Code)

Blogging, Shopping

Ralph Lauren Celebrates the New #RLGang Storybook (+ Exclusive Ralph Lauren Discount Code)

1 Comment 19 August 2010

While at BlogHer, one of the events I was most eager to attend was the Ralph Lauren party to celebrate the launch of The RL Gang – the new Ralph Lauren Digital Storybook. The RL Gang brings to life the fall collection of children’s clothing through the story of the adorable (and very stylish) child models on a first day of school adventure. The storybook is narrated by Harry Connick, Jr. and provides a way to explore the clothes through their interactive closets.

I saw these little models in person at the party and they are seriously as cute as can be. Not to mention the clothes. Which are to die for. I think Katherine has my favorite clothes. After checking out her closet, I am pretty convinced I love everything. And wish they all came in my size.

#RLGang Twitter Party

What: Ralph Lauren #RLGang Twitter Party
When: Thursday, August 19th from 8-9 pm EST
Why: Talk about the new Ralph Lauren digital storybook, a children’s book that gives Moms a unique way to explore Ralph Lauren clothing and their new fall line. You’ll also be entered to win a back-to-school outfit from Ralph Lauren for your child or one of six $50 AMEX gift cards.
Hashtag
: #RLGang
Host
: @MomCentral and @RalphLauren
For More Information: Visit Mom Central

Exclusive Ralph Lauren Discount Code

As a Ralph Lauren brand ambassador I am thrilled to be able to share an exclusive discount code with you to help with back to school shopping. The code RLG_SHOPPINGM is good for 10%-off full price Ralph Lauren Children’s and Baby products now through Friday at www.RalphLauren.com. Shop fast!

Disclsoure: I attended an event sponsored by Ralph Lauren and Mom Central and received Ralph Lauren products as a thank you.

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