Love Glitter? Here are 15 Ways to Cook With It!

Kate Thorn
May 09, 2014

Whether you’re planning an elegant party, a springtime wedding or a fairytale birthday for a little princess, edible glitter is a great way to kick your dessert table up a notch. All it takes is a dash of sparkle to add a bit of color and glam to anything from cake pops to cocktails. Throw in some confetti-dipped balloons and some glitter garlands, and you will have the sparkliest party in town.

1. Oreo Layer Cake: Deep, dark chocolate ganache is the perfect backdrop for some tasteful gold flakes. (via Desserts For Breakfast)

2. Glitter Pops: Adorable for a party favor or just to use as decor, these lollipops are super easy to make. (via Pop Cosmo)

3. Glittery Donuts: Have glitter, will glaze. This is an instant bit of fun for the fresh box of donuts that you’re taking to brunch. (via The Glitter Guide)

4. Dipped Marshmallows: Take advantage of all the fun colors edible glitter comes in and use it as party decor! Just dip marshmallows in it and then make dazzling s’mores or hot chocolate. (via Segerius Bruce Photography)

5. Golden Cupcakes: These are cupcakes baked in little ice cream cones, then topped with a generous layer of gold sprinkles to make them look like little microphones for a disco birthday. (via Hostess with the Mostess)

6. Sparkling Rim: Subtle and elegant, just rim the edge of your champagne flutes with a bit of gold. (via 100 Layer Cake)

7. Bronze Wedding: This wedding cake looks like a million bucks with those top layers covered in incredible bronze-colored glitter. (via Wedding Chicks)

8. Shooting Stars: If you’re seeing stars, it’s not because you’ve been drinking too much! Edible stars are a patriotic addition to your coming Fourth of July festivities! (via Fashionably Bombed)

9. Princess Chex Mix: If you’re planning a birthday or slumber party for a group of little ones, they will flip for this pretty in pink glitter Chex mix. (via Betty Crocker)

10. Coffee and Donuts Cake: We’ll take our morning coffee with a sprinkle of silver glitter, please. (via Sprinkle Bakes)

11. Super Spicy Popcorn: Taking movie snacks to a whole new level, this recipe will be the real reason you’re sweating during that horror flick. (via Cosmopolitan)

12. White Russian Cake Pops: Little glitter gold stars and a heavy pour of vodka make for a delicate but dangerous dessert. (via Brit + Co.)

13. Painted Gold: By mixing gold dust in with a bit of water, you can make this edible paint and have fun drawing dots and stripes all over brightly colored macarons. (via Miss Renaissance)

14. Rose Water Glitter Cake: This simple cake and fruit are lightly dusted with a gold glitter for a dessert that isn’t in-your-face glittery. It might also be fun to just dip fruit in glitter for an even simpler look. (via Spoon Fork Bacon)

15. Glittering Cookie Sandwiches: These tiny sandwich cookies are a breeze to make and can be customized to any color palette you want! (via Sugar And Cloth)

Which of these sparkling desserts will you be rocking at your next party? Let us know in the comments below!

10 Clever DIY Grad Caps to Rock for Your Graduation

It's that time of year again when parents start getting teary, our fave #girlbosses give inspirational speeches and weekends become celebration central. Yep, we're talking grad season. After all that hard work, you deserve to look glam while you're walking across the stage. Scroll on for 10 DIY graduation caps you can totally rock.

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1. Mean Girls-inspired: With this iconic quote and hot pink design, you're sure to stand out. Not only does this masterpiece make for amazing photos, but your family and friends will have no problem spotting you in the sea of grads.

2. Simple and Sweet: We love how this grad tied her adventurous spirit into her cap. It's a perfect way to add some character to your graduation day look without going over the top. (via Polka Dot Chair)

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3. The Office-inspired: This is downright perfect for anyone who loves Michael Scott and is looking for some glitter action. You can totally make this graduation cap happen with some glue and washi tape.

4. Friends-inspired ($35):Friends and glitter: Do you really need anything else? We vote no.

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5. Floral: Show off your favorite inspirational quote with a floral cap that'll transform you into a DIY queen.

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6. Disney: We just felt a total rush of nostalgia thanks to this adorable Tangled graduation cap. Go all out in honor of your favorite Disney princess, and get a dose of inspiration at the same time.

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7. Spongebob Squarepants-inspired: School can sometimes feel like it's an eternity and this is a hilarious way to acknowledge your entrance into the real world.

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8. Dunkin' Donuts: Let's face it: This cap is way too relatable to many of us. Show everyone how much you love cold brew with this colorful design.

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9. Future Plans: It's the perfect time to thank those who have helped you attain your dream and celebrate your next stop. Deck out your graduation cap with your favorite shades, or go for your school colors for even more pride.

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10. All About That Degree: If you're super excited to start your new career, pick a grad cap that shows off your degree! We love how minimal and beautiful this blue cap is.

This graduation season, celebrate your hard work with a grad cap that has as much personality as you do. Whether you're totally into Disney or love glitter, these DIY graduation caps are sure to give you some inspiration.

Which DIY grad cap are you rockin' across the stage? Tweet us @BritandCo!

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20 Party Games Better Than Cards Against Humanity

Party on! Game nights are the best nights, at least in our opinions. Seriously, what's more fun than sitting around the table playing a game, drinking a cocktail or two and laughing with friends?! We'd totally take that over a night sweating (and very awkwardly dancing) at the club.

We know you've made it through that Cards Against Humanity deck too many times to count, so refresh your adult game night stash with some of the best new party games around.

Game of Phones

Uncommon Goods

This techy card game prompts you and your friends to compete in smartphone-based tasks. With assignments ranging from “Find your best #selfie” to “Create an emoji masterpiece,” you’re guaranteed belly laughs and conversation starters galore. Just like with Cards Against Humanity, each round has a judge that picks the winner, so get your phone stacked with game changers now.

hella awk-ward Card Game

Shopify

If you want to spark real conversations with your guests, this is the game for you. By the end of this game, you’ll be surrounded by plenty of new pals. Play by drawing a card and answering the prompt to get to know friends and strangers alike on a deeper level.

What Do You Meme?

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This is the perfect game for anyone who has spent way too much time on the internet. Match funny captions with well-known internet memes (a rotating judge picks the best one) to create an afternoon or evening of hilarity.

Exploding Kittens Party Card Game

Amazon

This card game is like Russian Roulette “for people who are into kittens and explosions and laser beams and sometimes goats.” Count us in.

My Ex [A Deck of Conversation Starters]

Amazon

Gather your closest BFFs and spend the night with some good ol’ trash talking (therapeutically, of course). You’ll definitely find out who had the craziest ex. Gather friends that are down for the drama and start by pulling a card. Some of the topics you’ll fill-in-the-blank include: 1. The biggest red flag. 2. What is your ex up to now? 3. The worst rebound.

WHAT DO YOU MEME? for The Girls

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Grab your girlfriends and stir the pot with this hilarious card game. To play, whoever has the most Instagram followers goes first and rolls the die. “Whichever side of the die lands face-up, take the top card from the corresponding color deck. Read it aloud to the group & perform whatever action is on the card,” the instructions read. “Some cards involve just that player, some require the whole group. The player to their left then rolls the die & the game continues like this. Every winning card gets you a point. 1 Card = 1 Point. The player with the most cards at the end wins!”

Say Anything

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If you’re looking to reeeally get to know your friends, this is the game for you and your group (um, and maybe an invite to the new person you’ve been dating is in order). By reading questions and providing answers, you’ll quickly and creatively get inside the mind of all your party guests fast.

BAD CHOICES - The Have You Ever? Game + After Dark Edition Set

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You’ll really get to know the other party guests with this game. This might not be one to play with your new coworkers or mother-in-law!

To play, each player will draw six cards. “When it's your turn, choose one of your six question cards, then ask it to the player you think is most likely to answer YES. If they say YES, you get to discard your card. If they say NO you have to keep the card and try to use it again later,” the instructions read. With Skip Cards, Draw +1, Draw +2, and ALL PLAY cards, there's a surprising amount of strategy. The player who discards all of their cards first becomes the winner.

The Game of Things

Amazon

This provocative game will leave your jaw on the floor from the hilarious, creative and outrageous things your friends say. Simply by drawing topic cards like “Things a chimp thinks about when he sees you at the zoo,” responses are sure to be out of this world. After everyone writes down a response, and the best part starts — you all guess who said what. Let the finger pointing begin.

What’s Yours Like?

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Tell it like it is and you’ll excel at this one. Players have to guess words based off of creative word clues after asking the question, “What’s yours like?” Seriously, we wanna know.

If You Know You Know IYKYK - The Question Card Game

Amazon

Who knows each other best? This card game will (literally) put everyone’s cards on the table.

Getting started and playing this card game is super simple. A rotating judge asks the group a question about themselves from each of the three levels (indicated on the chosen card). Then, everyone chooses their answer. If you guess the judge's answer correctly, you get a point. The player with the most points wins.

That’s What She Said

Amazon

Are you basically Michael Scott from The Office? Any sucker for jokes and innuendos will love this saucy game.

Bananagrams

Shopify

This one is fun to do with the kids or you can spice it up with an adults-only game. Like speed scrabble, the game comes in a convenient banana-shaped pouch making it great to play on the go.

Never Have I Ever

Amazon

 You and your friends can put your trust to the test by sharing your deepest, most embarrassing secrets in this revealing game.

Secret Confessions Game- Adult Version

Amazon

Get ready to laugh the night away with this far too funny game. Each group member will take turns reading the cards’ prompts. With each prompt, every player will answer “yes” or “no.”

The Voting Game

Amazon

 In this game, instead of voting for the funniest answer, you vote for the player each card seems to describe. Talk about finding out who your real friends are.

Drawing Without Dignity

Amazon

It’s part Cards Against Humanity, part Pictionary. If you have friends who are particularly good artists (or even if they’re not), this game will bring you hours of fun.

Catan Strategy Board Game

Target

Like a medieval monopoly, full of knights, peasants, robbers and everything prehistoric. This game is focused around building settlements and protecting your land.

Relative Insanity

Walmart

Created by comedian Jeff Foxworthy, this game is based around familial interactions gone wrong with a Cards Against Humanity style of playing.

Influencers in the Wild

Amazon

If you follow the popular Instagram account, then you can probably guess the basics of this board game. Go places, gain followers and get famous to win this pop culture game.

We hope you've enjoyed this round-up of our favorite adult card games, and even if Cards Against Humanity is now somehow worth $500 Million your memories from these nights will always be priceless!

Keep you party going with Brit + Co.

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7 Subtle Ways to Wear Glitter Makeup for Summer

As much as we love a touch of sparkle in our cosmetics, adulting makes sporting glitter makeup IRL hard to pull off. But if you’re a true shimmer-lover, don’t let that deter you! There’s an art to creating beauty looks that fall between no-makeup makeup and Lisa Frank-territory. To master just the right amount of summer shine, turn to the mistress of making grown-up glitter werk, Katie Jane Hughes. Scroll on to view the celebrity makeup artist’s seven best subtle glitter looks for summer and the best products to get the look.

Nighttime Shimmer 

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New hair - New Earings - New Eyeshadow Palette got me feeling a New kinda Way 🧚🏻‍♀️ EYES: @narsissist Wanted palette SKIN: @glossier stretch concealer LIPS: @chantecaille Nuance pencil BRONZE: @collabmakeup cream bronzer in light. GLOW: @glossier haloscope in Quartz HAIR: @jonmichaelhall @spokeandweal EARRINGS: @hart_studio

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1. Give your smokey eye added edge with a neutral shadow that glitters.Blend powder in a smoldering shade into your lids, and then treat your lower lash line to a touch of sparkle. Brit + Co Pick: Nars Narsissist Wanted Eyeshadow Palette ($59)

Glossy Lids

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Makeup isn’t makeup without texture, realness and life in the skin! Eyes: @Bodyographyusa Glitter pigment in prism Lip: @nars Do me Baby

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2. Use cream glitter pigments to add an iridescent touch to lids and cheeks. Remember to keep things tame by sticking to neutral hues or sheer shades that complement your natural skin tone. Brit + Co Pick: Bodyography Glitter Pigments ($23)

Superfine Shine

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3. Illuminate without overwhelming your face using products made with ultra-fine texture. The micro-fine pigment holds the key to a sophisticated, buildable hue. Brit + Co Pick: Rituel de Fille Celestial Sphere Eye Soot ($38)

Graphic Glitter Liner

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Teal Appeal: 🦕 Eyes: @maybelline Teal Galaxy Liner and @maccosmetics Upward lash Skin: @glossier stretch and @wander_beauty Dualist with @lamer translucent powder Lips: @flormarturkiye lip liner 201 Earings: @asos_usa

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4. The graphic liner trend gets a glam makeover when you add a bit of shine.Look for liquid formulas that offer smooth application and dry quickly for all-day wear. Brit + Co Pick: Urban Decay Heavy Metal Glitter Eyeliner ($17)

Halo Effect

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Simple Halo Eye Eyes: @toofaced choc bar gold palette Skin: @drbarbarasturm plasma cream, @wander_beauty concealer @lauramercier matte baked bronzer Lips: @maccosmetics enoki and @loraccosmetics pink matte Brow: @ardellbeauty stroke a brow Ears: @asos_us

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5. Hughes’ signature look comes courtesy of an iridescent gloss applied down the middle of your lid.Use rich, bronzey hues to create a sophisticated style, and then add contrast with a matte black coat of mascara. Brit + Co Pick: Butter London Glazen Eye Gloss ($24)

All Over Dew

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High Contrast Texture: @bodyographyusa Glitter Pigments and lots of @glossier Haloscope.

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6. Create the trendy dew effect using a pearly highlighter in lighter shades than your complexion.Drier skin types call for cream formulas, whereas oily complexions work better with powder. Graze your cheekbones, chin, nose, and brow line for a soft strobing effect. Brit + Co Pick: Milk Makeup Holographic Face Gloss ($20), Persona Cosmetics Laguna Highlighter ($24)

Glitter Brows

7. This standout look may not be subtle, but it’s having a serious moment. If you go for the glittery colorful brow, steer clear of loose pigment that doesn’t stay put. Look for glossy formulas designed not to smudge in order to avoid sloppy spill-over. Brit + Co Pick: Skingasm Glitter Gloss ($24)

How will you get your glitter on? Tell us on Pinterest!

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Every Holiday Movie You Can Stream On Netflix Starting Today

The holidays are here! Well, kind of. Thanksgiving isn’t until November 28 but as far as I’m concerned, November 1 is the day the festivities can begin. I’m pulling out my holiday candles, Christmas PJ’s, and even my How the Grinch Stole Christmas vinyl to make the dreary seasonal blues a little more cheerful. And a huge part of getting into the spirit is stacking up the perfect holiday movie marathon. Thankfully Netflix already has a bunch of holiday titles coming out over the next few weeks. Here are the best (new!!) holiday movies and specials coming to Netflix starting November 1.

Dinner Time Live With David Chang: Holiday Edition — On Netflix Now Until December 10

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Nothing says the holidays like tons of delicious meals, and Chef David Chang is cooking some amazing food for his celebrity friends — and he's doing it all live. (Because, a lot of TV cooking uses swaps and stylists to make it look better than it actually is). I'm getting hungry just thinking about it!

Dinner Time Live With David Chang: Holiday Edition is hosted by David Chang.

Meet Me Next Christmas — On Netflix November 6

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Christmas in New York City is truly a magical experience, and Layla's looking for her own fairytale romance this holiday season. And believe it or not, the ticket to finding her one true love is getting into the Pentatonix Christmas Eve Concert.

Meet Me Next Christmas streams November 6 and stars Christina Milian, Devale Ellis, Kofi Siriboe, Tymika Tafari, Mitch Grassi, Scott Hoying, Kirstin Maldonado, Kevin Olusola, Matt Sallee, Kalen Allen, Nikki Duval, and Wesley French.

Hot Frosty — On Netflix November 13

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Nobody puts me in the holiday spirit like seeing Lacey Chabert onscreen, and this year, she's playing Kathy, a widow who happens to bring a handsome snowman to life. (I don't remember this in the "Frosty the Snowman" lyrics!). He helps Kathy reconnect with her emotions as they begin to fall for each other — and as he begins to melt.

Hot Frosty will stream on Netflix beginning November 13 and stars Lacey Chabert, Dustin Milligan, Craig Robinson, Joe Lo Truglio, Katy Mixon, Lauren Holly, and Chrishell Stause.

Netflix Stories: A Virgin River Christmas — On Netflix November 19

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It's almost time for Virgin River season 6, which means we're getting closer to the ultimate cozy TV show. I mean, just look at those twinkly lights and pine trees in this preview image! It gives me the same exact feeling as drinking a mug of hot cocoa. This year, we're getting closer to Mel and Jack’s wedding, and confronting some serious secrets and drama along the way. This might not count as a Netflix holiday movie but I couldn't NOT include it!!!

Virgin River season 6 hits Netflix November 19 and stars Alexandra Breckenridge, Martin Henderson, John Allen Nelson, Tim Matheson, Annette O’Toole, Colin Lawrence, Benjamin Hollingsworth, Zibby Allen, Sarah Dugdale, Marco Grazzini, Mark Ghanimé, Kai Bradbury, Kandyse McClure, Jessica Rothe, and Callum Kerr.

The Merry Gentlemen — On Netflix November 20

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Remember that One Tree Hill episode where the Ravens take part in the "Boy Toy" charity auction? Complete with a shirtless fashion show? Consider this the Netflix holiday movie response. When former dancer Ashley learns her parents' performing venue is in danger, she puts together the ultimate Christmas-themed show to raise money. Shirts not included.

The Merry Gentlemen hits Netflix November 20 and stars Britt Robertson, Chad Michael Murray, Marla Sokoloff, Beth Broderick, Michael Gross, Maxwell Caulfield, Hector David Jr., Colt Prattes, and Marc Anthony Samuel

Spellbound — On Netflix November 22

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Okay, this fantasy movie might not technically be a Christmas movie, but it has everything I need in my Netflix holiday movies: family, hope, and love. After her parents are turned into monsters, princess Ellian must go on the ultimate quest to put everything right.

Spellbound hits Netflix November 22 and stars Rachel Zegler, John Lithgow, Jenifer Lewis, Nathan Lane, Tituss Burgess, Javier Bardem, and Nicole Kidman.

Our Little Secret — On Netflix November 27

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If EXmas taught us anything, it's that spending the holidays with your ex is anything but calm. And in Lindsay Lohan's new movie, she finds herself at the same Christmas celebration as her ex when they realize their new SO's are siblings. No, that's not awkward at all.

Our Little Secret hits Netflix November 27 stars Lindsay Lohan, Ian Harding, Tim Meadows, Jon Rudnitsky, Henry Czerny, Judy Reyes, Chris Parnell, Kristin Chenoweth, Dan Bucatinsky, Katie Baker, Jake Brennan, Ash Santos, and Brian Unger.

Is It Cake? Holidays — On Netflix November 28

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The only thing more enjoyable than eating delicious food is watching master bakers create beautiful food. This holiday special features edible ice skates, nutcrackers, and reindeer that will change the way you look at baking forever. Watch it in one sitting and it definitely counts as a holiday movie ;).

Is It Cake? Holidays hits Netflix November 28 and stars Jonny Manganello, Andrew Fuller, April Julian, Elizabeth Rowe, Miko Kaw Hok Uy, Danya Smith, Henderson Gonzalez, Grace Pak, and Jujhar Mann, with judges Rachel Bloom, Hannah Berner, Tiffany Haddish, Devon Walker, James Austin Johnson, Chris Witaske, Sasheer Zamata, Terry Crews, Punkie Johnson, and Randall Park.

The Snow Sister — On Netflix November 29

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Julian's turning 11 on Christmas Eve, and even though it's usually the best day ever, this year is overshadowed by the death of his older sister. A newfound friendship with Hedwig helps him heal, but he can't help but feel like Hedwig's house — and the old man that's always around — are hiding secrets.

The Snow Sister hits Netflix November 29 and stars Mudit Gupta, Celina Meyer Hovland, Ole Steinkjer Øyen, Jan Sælid, Samsaya, Gunnar Eiriksson, and Advika.

Which Netflix holiday movie are you excited to watch? Let us know in the comments!

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Upgrade Your Thanksgiving With A Crescent-Roll Cornucopia

This edible crescent-roll cornucopia is our way of making a normal cheese boardmore festive — and definitely more fun — during the holiday season. Our go-to this time of year is a massive cheese plate that can stand alone and be the main attraction, or the starter for a larger meal. Press on for the surprisingly easy steps to braid a breaded cornucopia.

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Materials + Tools:

  • 1 roll of tin foil
  • 2 packages of crescent rolls
  • 1 egg (for egg wash before cornucopia goes into the oven), optional

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Instructions:

Start by sculpting tin foil into the shape of a cornucopia (it looks like a cone with an upturned tail). Pro tip: Lightly pack tin foil so it's easier to remove later from your baked cornucopia. Crescent rolls should be buttery enough that this shouldn't be difficult.

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Your tin foil mold should look a little something like this.

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Pop open the crescent rolls and cut the triangles into strips. Pinch together the ends of strips to make strips longer.

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Braid crescent roll strips. You can make these as fancy as you want. Not a braiding pro? Skip this step and leave those strips alone.

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Wrap tin foil cornucopia with braids/strips. Make sure you cover all the tin foil. Leave a little wiggle room at the opening of the cornucopia, so that when you’re done baking you can pull some of that tin foil out.

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Use any extra dough to cover the bottom of your cornucopia. Pinch the sides and anchor those braids/strips in.

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Brush on egg wash before placing your cornucopia in the oven. Bake at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 20 minutes. Take out of oven and cover spots of cornucopia that are already golden brown with extra tin foil. Bake for another 20 minutes at 250 degrees Fahrenheit.

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Let it cool down until it’s easy to handle. Remove tin foil.

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Place cornucopia in corner of your cheese plate. Arrange cheese on your serving tray.

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Add crackers — we like to have two or three options.

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Don’t forget to fill up your cornucopia. It's called "the horn of plenty" for a reason. Fill with fresh fruit like grapes, apples, and pears.

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Add nuts like walnuts and pistachios to fill in any empty spaces. Garnish with fresh herbs like rosemary and sage to finish it off.

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Voilà! Invite over your friends, open a bottle of wine, and dig in!

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A cornucopia cheese board will become your new favorite holiday tradition.

Show us your crescent-roll cornucopias on Instagram and check out our baking classes (and our Easy Thanksgiving Desserts piece) for more holiday food inspo!

DIY Production and Styling: Paris Fried

Paris Fried: Paris loves any excuse to celebrate and throw a themed party. She loves experimenting in the kitchen and has a terrible sweet tooth. When she's not crafting in her studio, she's at the farmers' market buying seasonal produce or at her favorite local theater watching double features.

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