Alright, let’s talk about them “coal” desserts, you know, the ones that look like somethin’ you’d throw in the stove but taste a whole lot better. I ain’t no fancy baker, mind you, but I seen enough recipes and tasted enough sweets to tell ya what’s what.
First off, what in tarnation are these “coal” desserts anyway? Well, they ain’t real coal, that’s for sure! It’s just a funny name for desserts that look dark and lumpy, like a piece of coal. Mostly, folks make ’em around Christmas time, kinda like a joke for the kids who been misbehavin’. You know, “You get coal in your stockin’!” But instead of actual coal, they get somethin’ sweet.
Now, from what I gather, there’s a few ways to make these coal-lookin’ treats. One way is with Oreos. Yeah, them chocolate sandwich cookies. You smash ’em up real good, mix ’em with some melted butter and maybe some marshmallows, then roll it into little balls. Looks just like a lump of coal, but tastes like chocolate heaven. Kids love it, and let’s be honest, so do us grown-ups.
- Crush Oreos real good
- Melt some butter
- Mix it all together
- Roll into coal-like shapes
Another way I heard tell is with Rice Krispies. You know, the cereal that goes snap, crackle, and pop? Same kinda deal. Melt some butter and marshmallows, stir in the cereal, maybe add some black food colorin’ to make it extra dark, then shape it into lumps. Easy peasy, and it gives a nice little crunch.
And then there’s this other one with marshmallows and butter all melted together. You add some crushed cookies to it and they get all coated and yummy. You can use different kinds of cookies too, not just Oreos, but them Oreos do make it look the most like coal, I reckon.
Why do people make these things, you ask? Well, like I said, it’s a fun little Christmas tradition. But it’s more than that, I think. It’s about takin’ somethin’ that’s supposed to be bad, like gettin’ coal in your stockin’, and turnin’ it into somethin’ good. Kinda like makin’ the best of a bad situation, you know? And it’s a good way to get the kids involved in the kitchen, too. Lettin’ ’em smash up them cookies is always a good time.
Now, I ain’t got no fancy recipe to give ya. I just know the basics. But I reckon if you poke around online, you’ll find plenty of recipes for “lumps of coal” desserts, “coal treats,” or whatever you wanna call ’em. They go by a lot of names, but the idea is always the same: somethin’ dark, lumpy, and sweet.
And listen, don’t worry if they don’t look perfect. Coal ain’t supposed to be perfect, right? It’s supposed to be rough and bumpy. So just have fun with it, and don’t be afraid to get your hands dirty. That’s the best part of bakin’ anyways, if you ask me.
So, if you’re lookin’ for a fun and easy dessert to make, especially around Christmas time, give these coal treats a try. They might not be the prettiest things you ever seen, but they sure are tasty. And who knows, maybe they’ll even help keep them young’uns on the good list next year! If nothin’ else, they’ll get a good laugh and a sweet treat, and that ain’t a bad thing at all.
And remember, you can always add your own little twist to it. Maybe some nuts, or some sprinkles, or whatever you like. It’s your coal, you can make it however you want. Just don’t go tryin’ to burn it in the stove, okay? It won’t work, and you’ll just make a big mess.
So there you have it, my two cents on them coal desserts. Hope it helps ya out. Now go on and get bakin’! And don’t forget to have a little fun while you’re at it.
One last thing, you can put these coal treats in little paper bags, you know the kind you use for lunch? And write “coal” on the outside. Makes it look like you really givin’ someone coal, but then they open it up and it’s a nice surprise. That’s what I call a good trick, not a mean one.
Alright, I’m done talkin’ your ear off now. Go make some coal, and enjoy!
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