Best 5 Wicked Little Leprechaun Recipes

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In the realm of delightful desserts, the Wicked Little Leprechaun reigns supreme - a playful confection that combines the magic of St. Patrick's Day with the pure indulgence of chocolate. This whimsical treat features three distinct yet complementary recipes: a rich, velvety chocolate cake infused with Irish whiskey, a creamy and luscious chocolate ganache that blankets the cake in a decadent embrace, and a mischievous leprechaun hat made from a combination of rice krispie treats and modeling chocolate. Each element of this dessert symphony plays a harmonious role, creating an unforgettable experience that will transport you to a world of enchantment and pure culinary bliss.

Let's cook with our recipes!

WICKED LITTLE LEPRECHAUN



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I found this on the Drink Nation website (www.drinknation.com) while I was looking for drink specials for the bar that I worked out. It's yummy and it packs one heck of a punch, PERFECT FOR ST. PADDY'S DAY!

Provided by PSU Lioness

Categories     Beverages

Time 5m

Yield 1 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

ice
2 (1 ounce) shots vodka
1 (1 ounce) shots blue maui schnapps or 1 (1 ounce) blue curacao
1 splash carbonated lemon-lime beverage
4 ounces orange juice

Steps:

  • Fill a 12 oz high ball (or pint) glass 3/4 full with ice.
  • Add vodka and blue maui.
  • Add the splash of lemon-lime soda.
  • Fill the rest of the glass with orange juice.
  • Stir to mix.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 340.4, Fat 0.3, Sodium 35, Carbohydrate 49.9, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 43.2, Protein 1

LUCKY LEPRECHAUN



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I found this recipe on the Arizona Republic newspaper's website. The drink recipe is served at Maxie's World Grill in Phoenix, AZ.

Provided by Kim D.

Categories     Beverages

Time 5m

Yield 1 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 fluid ounce Southern Comfort
1/2 fluid ounce Midori melon liqueur
1/2 fluid ounce Malibu rum
6 fluid ounces pineapple juice
1 dash blue curacao
lime wedge, for garnish

Steps:

  • Mix ingredients in a glass or shaker.
  • Pour over ice in a hurricane glass.
  • Garnish with a lime wedge.

LUCKY LEPRECHAUN COOKIES



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Let these little guys be the stars of your St. Patrick's Day party. They're so fun to make and create an unforgettable impression! -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 40m

Yield about 15 cookies

Number Of Ingredients 12

1-1/2 cups butter, softened
1-1/2 cups sugar
2 eggs
3 teaspoons vanilla extract
4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon cream of tartar
1 teaspoon salt
3 to 4 cups Royal Icing
Assorted paste food coloring
Shamrock and gold sprinkles, optional
Edible Marker, optional

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in vanilla. Combine the flour, baking soda, cream of tartar and salt; gradually add to the creamed mixture. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes or until easy to handle., Preheat oven to 350°. On a lightly floured surface, roll out dough to 1/4-in. thickness. For leprechauns, cut out dough with lightly floured 5-in. gingerbread boy cookie cutter. If desired, trim leprechaun's body for a thinner shape. , For each hat, cut a 1-1/4-in. square and a 1-3/4x1/4-in. brim from dough scraps. Place leprechauns 2 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. Place hat squares and brims above heads, shaping gently to touch the heads., Bake 10-14 minutes or until edges are lightly browned. Cool 1 minute before carefully removing to wire racks to cool completely., Tint small amounts of Royal Icing pink, skin tone and black. Leave a small amount plain (white). Tint remaining icing Kelly green, leaf green green and orange. Frost leprechauns; if desired, decorate using shamrock sprinkles on hat and gold sprinkles as buttons, use edible marker to draw freckles.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 439 calories, Fat 19g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 74mg cholesterol, Sodium 405mg sodium, Carbohydrate 62g carbohydrate (36g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

LUCKY LEPRECHAUN LIME DRINK



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Make and share this Lucky Leprechaun Lime Drink recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Lvs2Cook

Categories     Punch Beverage

Time 5m

Yield 7 cups

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 quart lime sherbet, softened
1/2 cup frozen limeade concentrate
2 tablespoons sugar
2 (12 ounce) cans carbonated lemon-lime beverage, chilled
1 -2 cup crushed ice

Steps:

  • In a mixing bowl, blend sherbet, limeade and sugar. Stir in soda and ice.
  • Pour into glasses. Garnish if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 228.3, Fat 1.7, SaturatedFat 1, Cholesterol 0.8, Sodium 49.1, Carbohydrate 52.7, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 45.9, Protein 1

DANCING LEPRECHAUN



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I found this on a website on traditional Scottish cooking. It uses Drambuie, a Scottish liquor. Posted for ZWT6.

Provided by lazyme

Categories     Beverages

Time 5m

Yield 1 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 1/2 ounces Irish whiskey
3/4 ounce drambuie
3/4 ounce lemon juice
ginger ale
lemon twist

Steps:

  • Shake with ice.
  • Strain into glass with ice cubes.
  • Add a twist of lemon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 111, Fat 0.1, Sodium 0.2, Carbohydrate 1.5, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 0.6, Protein 0.1

Tips:

  • To make the leprechaun's hat, you will need a cupcake, green frosting, and a chocolate chip. Simply frost the cupcake green and place the chocolate chip on top for the buckle.
  • If you don't have any chocolate chips, you can use a small piece of candy or even a sprinkle instead.
  • To make the leprechaun's beard, you will need a cotton ball and some glue. Simply glue the cotton ball to the bottom of the cupcake.
  • You can also add some edible glitter to the beard for a festive touch.
  • To make the leprechaun's eyes, you will need two candy eyes. Simply glue the candy eyes to the front of the cupcake.
  • You can also add a small piece of red licorice for the leprechaun's mouth.
  • To make the leprechaun's pot of gold, you will need a small bowl and some gold coins. Simply place the gold coins in the bowl and place it next to the leprechaun cupcake.
  • You can also add some green streamers or confetti to the bowl for a festive touch.

Conclusion:

These wicked little leprechaun cupcakes are a fun and festive treat for St. Patrick's Day. They are easy to make and can be enjoyed by people of all ages. So get creative and have some fun!

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