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.
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WICKED LITTLE LEPRECHAUN
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
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
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
Steps:
- Mix ingredients in a glass or shaker.
- Pour over ice in a hurricane glass.
- Garnish with a lime wedge.
LUCKY LEPRECHAUN COOKIES
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
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
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
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
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
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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