Saint Patrick’s Day was always a day of much celebration on the Irish side of my family. I can remember my great-grandmother preparing food and the family gathering together to share it. Most remembered were her desserts. “Irish Gold Cookies” were always a hit and the great-grandchildren loved to help make them. The recipe is super simple. There are only a few ingredients—very kid friendly!
You will need:
- 24 Ritz Crackers
- Peanut butter (about 12 teaspoons)
- 1 bag of butterscotch chips
To make: Spread half the Ritz Crackers (12) with approximately 1 teaspoon of peanut butter. Top with another cracker to make a “sandwich.” Melt the butterscotch chips in the microwave. To do this, put the butterscotch chips in a microwave safe bowl and cover with plastic wrap. Heat using 70% power for one minute. Stir the chips, recover, and microwave again for 15 second intervals, stirring each time, until melted. When butterscotch chips are melted, dip the cracker / peanut butter sandwiches into the melted chips. Place on waxed paper sprayed with nonstick cooking spray to cool. Once they are cool and hardened, they can be placed in a little black pot to make an edible pot o’ gold.
Another easy, fun, and inexpensive Saint Patrick’s Day treat is a green punch. It looks festive in any clear glass or plastic cups. Add a dollop of whipped cream and a few green colored sprinkles to dress up the drink.
You will need:
- ½ gallon container of lime sherbet
- 2 liter bottle of Sprite or 7 Up
- Optional—whipped cream (in a can is easy!), green sprinkles, or Saint Patrick’s Day themed cake candies
To make: Let the sherbet soften in the refrigerator for 1 ½ hours. Mix the sherbet and the soda in a punch bowl with a hand mixer on low speed until blended. Serve immediately (with whipped cream and sprinkles optional).
Happy Saint Patrick’s Day!
Posted by Robin
