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Using buttermilk in your biscuits helps the dough rise and creates taller, fluffier biscuits. The subtle tang from the buttermilk pairs beautifully with the browned butter, sage, and sweet potato for a harmony of flavors perfect for fall. Browned Butter Sweet Potato Biscuits In a light-colored medium saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add sage; […] LEGGI TUTTO
Buttery-rich brioche bread meets pillowy doughnuts and cracked-top crème brûlée in this one decadent treat. Golden-hued pure maple syrup adds caramel sweetness to the slightly tangy cream filling that is revealed after biting into the satisfyingly crunchy candied sugar glaze. Maple Cream-Filled Crème Brûlée Buns In a small bowl, stir together warm milk, yeast, and […] LEGGI TUTTO
As the leaves change and the air grows crisp, there’s nothing quite like the comforting aroma of freshly baked bread. From classic loaves to seasonal specialties, autumn is the perfect time to indulge in your favorite baked goods. Make the most of this delicious season with these bread recipes. Get ready to savor the flavors of fall with every bite. LEGGI TUTTO
Do yourself a favor and bake several sweet potatoes at once so you can whip up this loaf in record time when the craving strikes. Streusel-Topped Baked Sweet Potato Loaf Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Spray a 9×5-inch loaf pan with baking spray with flour. Line pan with parchment paper, letting excess extend over sides […] LEGGI TUTTO
A crunchy sprinkle of cinnamon sugar simply but elegantly finishes this fragrant Apple Cider Doughnut Loaf bread. Apple Cider Doughnut Loaf In a large saucepan, bring cider to a boil over medium-high heat; cook, stirring occasionally, until reduced to ¾ cup (205 grams), 45 minutes to 1 hour. Remove from heat, and let cool completely. […] LEGGI TUTTO
Many bread recipes call for adding a pan of water to the oven while baking. The steam from the water keeps the surface of your dough moist and flexible, delaying the crust formation during the early stages of baking so it can rise beautifully. This creates a more open interior and a crisper crust. Cranberry-Walnut […] LEGGI TUTTO
Enriching a bread dough with milk helps create a soft, tender crumb, and it adds a little sweetness. The caramel-like taste of dates enhances the toasted pecans in every bite of this soft Date-Pecan Bread loaf. Date-Pecan Bread In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat bread flour, sugar, yeast, […] LEGGI TUTTO
Maximum flavor and a soft texture for days were our top goals for this bread, and we more than succeeded. In addition to the fragrant blend of cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and cloves that comprises pumpkin pie spice, a pinch of black pepper adds a faintly lingering touch of heat. Dark brown sugar’s higher molasses content […] LEGGI TUTTO
Dazzle your guests with a Glam Halloween Party filled with dramatic décor and a spooky menu. An edible spider web croquembouche serves as an eerie table centerpiece. A coffin-shaped charcuterie board overflows with much to savor. Witchy cookie favors are a take home treat that will ensure the magic continues long after the party is over!
Earlier this year, my friends at HGTV.com invited me to craft a Glam Halloween Party for their lifestyle and entertainment section, complete with festive food, décor, and more! Well. I guess you already know – I couldn’t say yes fast enough! Just thinking about all the goth and glam made my brain light up, and I couldn’t wait to dive in. We spent a big chunk of August giving one end of the workshop a makeover with all the haunted mansion vibes we could find.
There is much inspiration, and many recipes to explore, along with crafting articles and free printables. Which I’ll link individually in this post. However, I urge you to view the entire slide show right here on HGTV.com. There are many more links in the gallery captions to all kinds of Halloween party ideas, costumes – the works!
The tablescape.
No doubt about it, I’m a more is more kind of gal. So we absolutely layered this table with velvety and gilded textures, along with some pretty dramatic florals and glittering details. You can read more in the slideshow captions about where we sourced our tableware and décor – on a budget!
A spider-infested centerpiece.
Classic croquembouche makes a commanding centerpiece, so I decided to give this French confection a spooky makeover. It’s also a shortcut recipe that uses store-bought profiteroles from the freezer section at the grocery store. Get the recipe for Spiderweb Croquembouche RIGHT HERE.
Halloween place card holders.
These Skeleton Hand Place Card Holders were SO FUN to craft using foam pumpkins and skeletal swizzle sticks. They’re not hard to make and there’s a free editable template for the black floral place cards. You can find that tutorial on HGTV.com RIGHT HERE.
Sparkling sweets.
I made these Tipsy, Glitzy Chocolate-Covered Strawberries for a New Year’s treat for HGTV.com many years ago. But I felt they’d work perfectly as a gilded treat for this party! So here they are again. Get the recipe for Chocolate-Covered Strawberries and Champagne RIGHT HERE.
Something to sip.
Shimmery Scary Cherry Mocktail (or Cocktail) has a secret ingredient that makes it glitter like a magic potion. Find the recipe for Halloween Shimmering Cherry Mocktail RIGHT HERE.
Creepy crawly wall gallery.
How fun are these framed glittering specimens? (Honestly, I’m tempted to keep them up as dark academia décor year-round.) It’s not only easy, but thrifty, to make an entire Halloween gallery of wall art using dollar store frames, plastic bugs, and glitter. Get the step-by-step tutorial RIGHT HERE.
A fancy favor.
These Fancy Witch Hat Cookies with gilded bands and bat decors make a fun parting gift for guests. And they can be made far ahead of party time because they keep so well air tight. There’s also a free printable tag with a spooky-sweet message – just print and tie on (easy!). Get the recipe and tutorial RIGHT HERE.
I hope you’ve enjoyed this preview of our party. Again, you can find all the images, recipes, how-to articles, and MUCH more RIGHT HERE on HGTV.com. xo-h
Related recipe: Four Easy Halloween Treats for HGTV.com
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