Anyone else do Elf on the Shelf?
I never grew up with an Elf on the shelf. I had never heard of them. Until way into my adult life, when my kids were 8 & 10 years old (now 12&14). It had seemed to be popular in Calgary Alberta.
My daughter Bianca took right too it. Wanted one and couldn’t wait to see what it was going to do everyday.
They have enjoyed the Elf last few years. Were so excited for December 1st for it to come back.
I must say, I do have fun doing it but I very much get excited when he leaves on Christmas day haha
Do you do Elf on the Shelf in your house? I’d love to see and hear about your ideas :0)
Sesame Brittle
Pinch of salt
1/4 TSP of ground nutmeg
1 TBSP water
1 CUP raw sesame seeds ( I like to use white & black seeds)
1 TSP of vanilla extract
2 TSP butter
1/4 TSP baking soda
Heat the sugar, salt, nutmeg, and water into thick-bottomed saucepan. Heat on medium heat and stir until a smooth slurry is formed.
Stir in the sesame seeds.
Cook the sesame seed mixture, stirring often, until the mixture turns an amber caramel color, about 5minutes.
Remove from the heat. Stir in the vanilla extract and the butter.
Once the butter has completely melted into the mixture, stir in the baking soda.
Spread out on a silicone sheet. Or whatever non stick surface you are using :0).