Fixing My Failed Dollar Tree Christmas Crack!
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- čas přidán 13. 12. 2023
- I made and tried 12 different variations of Christmas Crack with ingredients from Dollar Tree so I could share not only what worked, but what was best.
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I can't believe anyone would troll such a kind and beautiful person just trying to help people and give good ideas for those of us on a budget.
i knr. probably someone who lives in their parents basement and has never paid a bill in their life and is just mean spirited.
This Lady is brilliant, honest, thoughtful, and has a beautiful soul and speaks with a normal tone and no speed talking.
I like the traditional meals. Traditional meals are not bad and needed for us during certain times.
i also like the microwave meals, and different glutten free vids when i see them..
I failed at my first batch of Christmas crack. so this good info.
Food snobs don't get the gist of the channel.
Keep up the good work!
Exactly
@@Quib28292ejej "I wouldn’t know how w trash eats if it wasn’t for her." WTF? Are you always so rude and insulting?
Unfortunately trolls just want to be nasty they don’t care to who. Sometimes it seems they prefer nice people because they generally have more feelings and will be hurt more. It’s sick.
I agree with what what you said. She does a great job. Please don't listen to the trolls . They couldn't do the job that you do. If they tried, they would have no likes or followers😊
Awww 13:34 please ignore the trolls!!! The vast majority of us LOVE you!!! I’m so appreciative of the way you do these videos ❤ I’ve been cooking my whole life. My moms the same way. We cook 3 meals a day plus desserts. Most of your tips.. I’m over here nodding along like “yes exactly” but you still find awesome tips that I have never heard of and now have added to my arsenal of cooking skills! I love how you explain things (like why cornstarch based powders need to mix in cold water) bc even though I always knew that… I never really knew WHY. You just do such an amazing job all around and you should be so proud of your channel and all your hard work!! I can’t express enough how grateful I am for all of your content 🎉❤
I'm always fearful of even giving suggestions. I would hate to come off critical in anyway. Rebecca's videos are part of my top 5 and the most aligned with opening up creativity with budget (I'm good at the budget part, but my creativity sucks.)
@@yvonnepalmquist8676 I agree with your comment in so many ways. I always think my constructive criticism is meant to be more sarcastic but reading it instead of speaking it doesn't always translate well.
This is so amazing, instead of just subbing butter to make it taste right, you went out of your way to find a dollar tree version that tastes great. This is great for people who live in food deserts/can’t afford butter, your channel is really a great resource
Thanks so much! 😊
Some people aren't happy unless they're trying to reat down someone else. You do a great job.
Miserable people want company
Please ignore the negative people rotten fruit falls off the tree, all by itself. They are rotten fruit
I don't really care what you cook or what the menu is, I just love watching your videos :)
I appreciate that!
me, too!
We are having a non traditional dinner for Christmas lunch and we will probably have a traditional breakfast and dinner. For lunch we are having manicotti.
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Trolls will be trolls. What else can they be? You keep doing what you're doing - inspiring us with budget friendly meals and especially if someone isn't living in the best of circumstances. You're a joy. Have a beautiful holiday.
YOUR GREAT do not change. I watch everything you make. Do not let the complainers get you down. If they can do better they can start there own channel or not watch. Your just to kind to let anyone put you down.
Thank you! I appreciate that 🥰🥰
Here's a tiny bit to help in buying all the food you make. Your hard work is very much appreciated!! Maybe those who arent so nice nice could use a reminder that its the holiday season so have a little grace. ❤
Thank you so much! ❤️
The trolls might actually have to make an effort. Undoubtedly that would be too hard. I love this channel.
Don’t feel like you have to please anyone in your comments! You are doing an amazing job, these are fun to watch through in through. Wishing you a very merry happy holidays and a very happy new year!
exactly! You cannot please everyone and never will; when you try and pleas everyone, you please no one.
Adding a little baking soda to the toffee part (after boiling the sugar) REALLY helps! Makes it really crisp instead of hard
Define "little".....teaspoon? Tablespoon?
Based on what I've seen from peanut brittle recipes, I'd start with just a pinch (1/8 tsp or so). I've never done this for Christmas Crack personally, but it would give the toffee an airier quality
Great tip, Thanks!!
@@rnj323 I use a slightly heaping 1/2 teaspoon per cup of of sugar
@rnj323 maybe a teaspoon definitely not a tablespoon
You are so sweet and just a lovely person. I am in my mid 50s and I am not a dollar tree shopper but I watch your channel because of you and that I have learned things from you that I never knew before! ❤
First of all, GREAT JOB! I didn't believe toffee could be made using margarine. I've only ever used butter. But you proved that it can be done. Also, pretzels are also my favorite in Christmas Crack. Again, super job.
I'm glad you reattempted the recipe! In my family we use regular butter and white sugar on the saltines to make it. We also call it "Christmas Bark" instead of crack lol.
LoL that does sound better
@@SharonLaBolle I think "crack" is more of a recent thing. For reasons.
Christmas Bark is very, very addicting!
Maybe for a non traditional video you could do Christmas appetizers! My family on Christmas Eve just do all finger foods. Meatballs, cheese plates, etc. Maybe something like that? I always watch your holiday videos and love them!
Yes. Or maybe a Christmas brunch.
That’s what we do too!
That's a fun idea!!
I don’t live in the US , we don’t have anything similar to a dollar tree. I like watching your videos because you are a wonderful person and you make an effort to create nice budget friendly recipes. Don’t let anyone make you doubt yourself.
Same here!!
You are a gem-let the naysayers start their own channel. Also you are so close to 100k! 🎉
“Gem” is the exact, right word 😊
I never skip one of your videos! You never make me roll my eyes…I am a caterer and have been cooking my whole life and I adore your content! Please never let the haters get you down❤
Your holiday menus look like holiday menus! Most of us enjoy watching whatever you cook and would happily try all of your meals.
Thank you for the awesome evaluation! It looks like there is definitely a unique recipe for each person depending on their taste & preference. For me, I love the pretzel base with dark chocolate.
Thanks again for your well thought out presentation.
I'm 61 years old and think you are doing an excellent job. I enjoy watching your videos and often learn at least one new technique. Thank you for all the research you do to make these videos for us.
im so glad these worked out better. thank you for always improving recipes and revisiting fails, as it gives courage to those who might give up with food experimentation. good job Rebecca~ hugs, friend
I was waiting for your redemption and approval haha 🥰🥰
I agree - RevBTB is one of the sweetest cheerleaders 🥰 Great job on trying out different tweaks to make it perfect! Loved it (and loved the original video with the fail as that is also what happens when I try new things sometimes 😉).
Hi Rachel! Haven’t seen you in a hot minute! Hope you are doing well ❤️
@DollarTreeDinners I've been a silent watcher for a bit 😉 Still watching each video you post though. You have the best ideas! I'm always so inspired to create watching your content. ❤️
@@rachelresets baby GURL.. you are just too flippin sweet to me! love BOTH you and Rebecca as if yall were my own babies, lol.
Wow. I've not seen a more complete approach to finding ways to tweak a recipe. You did an excellent job on this. Now we have all kinds of options depending on our flavor preferences. Thanks! ETA: How about a New Year's Day menu? Dad always insisted we have black eyed peas and cornbread. Of course, Hoppin' John (made with black eyed peas) is an option.
What in the hell??? Whoever is trolling our girl needs to move on!!! Rebecca is a lovely human being and puts so much thought and effort into every video she brings us!!! I’m a 58 yr old granny that has been cooking since I was born and I learn something from every video!!!!! You just keep being Rebecca and we will all keep watching❤❤❤. I had to come back and say this… me and my sisters get together a week after Christmas and rather than cook the usual stuff I make a giant pot of soup or chili. Just something different ❤
Me, too, I'm also a senior and I learn something from every one of Rebecca's videos (plus, I"m now hooked on Dollar Tree Veggie eggrolls-I never would have tried them if it weren't for Rebecca!)
hi. i have debilitating anxiety disorder. i haven’t stepped foot in a dollar tree in years not because of that but for no reason but i continue to watch because you calm me down and make me feel like everything is okay for the duration of your videos. you have a non judgement view on people that makes us feel safe along with a soothing voice. i just felt like saying that because i want you to realize how you yourself impact people in a positive way.
There are associations where you live where all of us live that will go out and pick up your orders and drop them off for you
Another candy I like to make at Christmas is peanut clusters. I use semisweet chocolate chips and a can of salted peanuts and a white chocolate candy bar. I microwave the chocolate chips, stir in the peanuts, spoon cookie size chunks onto a tray and refrigerate until hard. Then I microwave the white chocolate bar and drizzle on top just to make them look more decorative. Not sure how it would taste but for dollar tree ingredients you could probably melt some white frosting to drizzle on top if you can’t find white chocolate. It’s sooo good.
I love peanuts covered in chocolate! This sounds really easy 🥰 Gotta try it!
Sounds delicious!
That sounds amazing. Thanks for the recipe!
I’m sorry anyone ever made you feel anything but appreciated. My wife and I watch your videos every night because we love the positive, caring, and helpful content you make. Keep being positive and ignore people who are trying to throw negativity at you. Thank you!
I don't know that people trying to help or give suggestions, even when they are wrong, is people making her feel less than appreciated. I think for most of us, trying to help comes from a good place. As long as people aren't being insulting and rude, there is nothing wrong with trying to help someone. I think what is even more important, is that you give positive feed back with suggestions.
You are one of my favorites to watch on CZcams. You are so real and very kind. Everything I made following your recipes came out great & my whole family loves it too!!! You saved me so much money in groceries
Love it. Traditional meals are what most people have for holidays, so I enjoy your take on them. Thanks for doing these.
Rebecca your videos are amazing and your selection of food content is incredible. I have been cooking for 60+ years I enjoy you cooking explanations. Keep doing what your doing!
Thanks for trying the recipe again! I am so glad that you fixed it! You are very creative and determined!
Thank you so much 😊
I’m so glad that you tried doing it again. I have a thermometer that I use for checking my hot oil. It clips onto the pot. When I make anything where I have to melt sugar, I use the same thermometer for that. It is not a candy thermometer, but it is very helpful. Also, if there is steam there is water. If you wait till there is no steam then it should be at the right temperature of 225/230°. (So I was told.) love your videos by the way! I live around the corner from a dollar tree and I use it as my personal pantry! It’s so fun to watch you do recipes with all the stuff that I look at almost every other day.
You are an absolute icon and I hope you feel super accomplished with what you've done with this channel!! Your work is so so appreciated :)
Wow 12 different versions of Christmas crack!! ❤ That's impressive. Thank you for trying all of this for us. 😊🎉 And you made it work well with margarine instead of butter, that's fantastic, I didn't really think that could be done.
Excellent video!
Made mine for the first time using Saltines, and put Heath bar crunch pieces on top of the chocolate ❤️ Perfection!
Thank you for doing all of the hard work for us in experimenting with the different variations! You're awesome :) If you're looking for ideas, I'd love a few meat-less apps or dishes. Thank you again and Merry Christmas!
I learn so much from your channel- about cooking as well as about dollar stores. Thanks!😊
Your videos are absolutely wonderful, please dont listen comments that are not constructive. This CZcams niche that you partake in is full of folks in need and what you do is not only entertaining and informative, but necessary! I, thankfully, do not need your budget advice, but ive definitely saved a bunch of money and found some fun recipes since finding your channel! If i would have found your channel when i was homeless, i would have been eternally grateful; i was a dumb kid and didnt know what the hell i was doing, having your videos would probably have kept me from some hungry nights. A limited budget does not equal mundane/boring/gross food, and you do a great job conveying that. Thank you for what you do!
Thank you for remaking it; the few times I’ve tried it, I thought it was pretty good. The saltines are good because they add a nice balance to the flavor.
Mrs. Harris here…. Ok, I never really paid attention to the food choices at Dollar Tree.. Now, I am totally looking for what they have available and what I can make with it. YOU inspired me to do this. I remember my mom specifically shopping at Dollar General when she lived in a senior apartment and on a fixed budget. My husband and I are eating more out of our food pantry and am changing out cheaper swaps to save money and your recipes help me. Thank you and keep doing what you are doing!
You have helped so many please ignore the unkind comments! You are very pleasant to listen to and explain everything from start to finish!
There you were still cooking Christmas dinner for us when you were feeling under the weather. Your videos are so good and appreciated. Don't worry about those trolls.
The anonymity of the internet makes it much easier to say unkind things with no repercussions. You're such a kind soul, and I can appreciate what you said about being an empathetic and people pleaser, because I am too.
And I have always made Christmas Crack with Ritz, but I will definitely try it with the pretzels and dark chocolate! I make it every year for our work Christmas luncheon; I just save a small amount to keep for myself, because it's definitely addicting!!
Thanks for all you do. I've been watching for a while, and subscribed today.
Everyone has a different idea about what constitutes a "holiday" menu based on what is nostalgic for them, so what seems right to one person is going to be different for someone else. I'm so glad you redid this recipe!
Working out the problems and giving many options helps us viewers immensely. Having to taste test all that Christmas Crack. It's a tough job, but someone must do it. I'm a huge Ritz fan, so I think the Ritz with the dark will be my favorite, but the pretzels sound good too. Thanks for correcting the crack.
The way you make the word ✨crack✨ sound so wholesome is hilarious to me. I absolutely love your channel, voice and vibe 🤗
Some people are not as gentle as they could be with their comments!
If they say the Christmas dinner needs to be different, then ask them what they want to see.
Some people are just mean. Lol
dont let them get to you, we watch you because you are real. Keep doing you! 🥰
Empath + people pleaser = I knew you were a kindred spirit!!
I can’t believe you went back and figured out how to make the margarine work! Thank you! You are awesome and so smart about food
I found you on tiktok, but I am LOVING the longer versions on CZcams. Thanks for doing what you do ❤
If you need a place to send the extras, I will definitely DM you my address😂😂😂 I love the people that say your menus are too much alike. I’m sure those are the same people that eat the same things for every holiday.🙄 i’m grateful for what you do. I enjoy the way you do it and just thanks. Merry Christmas 🎄🎁
I had the same thought, that most holidays (especially thanksgiving Christmas and Easter) have very similar menus and most of us gladly eat the same dishes each year because it’s tradition 🥰
I like the videos you do. I appreciate your holiday videos. I think you should do your videos the way you want. Unfortunately you won’t always make everyone happy but I think you make most people happy and that’s really good. ❤
I am impressed with what you do with this channel. You make so many foods and treats available to people who need to do their shopping at Dollar Tree. I find your suggestions helpful.
Great video! I think you saved many people a lot of time and effort. If I were doing it, I will just cut directly to the pretzels and dark chocolate version.
You could do a dollar tree hot hors d'oeuvres Christmas party! I would love to watch that!
I really enjoy all of your content. You are such a pleasant and thoughtful person, it doesn't matter what you are cooking, I'm here for it.
I’m happy that you revisited this recipe, only for your own success, not to appease trolls. We all thoroughly enjoy and appreciate your channel.
Amazing as usual! I really did not think toffee with margerine could be done. But you figured it out. I am not a bit surprised. Congrats on 100K followers. I have been watching your numbers and how fast they are going up and rooting for you every day. If anyone deserves it, it's you. I got teary on the brunch video when you were talking about it. I hope you end up with millions.
I love the way you describe the foods to help us understand the flavors or textures 👍Your channel is fun!
Love your channel! Don't pay any attention to the trolls. They would crticize no matter what!
Your loyal subscribers come back time & time again because your videos are fun! ❤
I live in Canada and I don’t have a comparable dollar store to shop at. None of ours have anything cold except for pop. I absolutely love your channel though. This video was especially endearing. I love your use of phrases like “up in my noggin’” and “the plan Stan” Comfort videos for sure
Great comparison thanks for doing it.😊 I agree the dark chocolate with the pretzels would be heavenly. I also like the semi sweet versions. Milk chocolate is way to sweet. I have been a fan of your content from day one. Love all your dollar tree hacks and meals. Proving that you can enjoy holiday meals and everyday meals, no matter what your income situation is at any time. Everyone deserves to enjoy life. No one should feel any shame or judgment. Enjoy life, kindness is the way to be. Thanks From Susan in Pittsburgh Pennsylvania 😊
Rebecca I am so very happy that I found your channel. Some people have nothing better to do than hurt others bc they are miserable. You have the sweetest soul. ❤ I love everything you put out.
I like how she tries things out and tries again if it isn’t quite right. I also like how she uses cooking terms. A very smart woman and I appreciate her sharing her knowledge.
I want to say that I enjoy your program very much. I love all the ideas you give out. I did your suggestion and on peeling the hard boiled eggs and PERFECT. I am 65 years old and never could get it right until 2 days ago.. LOL.. also the idea of putting the baggy over a glass and fill the deviled egg mixture was perfect too. I hope you just roll off the stuff other folks say. You do wonderful.
You are amazing and so kind. Please don't listen to those unhappy trolls! I'm sure you have a large caring and appreciative fan base... cause I'm one of them! Thanks for all you do.
I guess serving so many different audiences-and you really do, more than anyone I recall on CZcams cooking-gets you all the vicious aunties/uncles.
Good on you for a revisit using three different chocolates. And good on you for saying your preferences so regular watchers with different tastes can gauge. As others have said, you’ve saved a lot of people time and money in experimentation, so thank you very sincerely.
I have been making cracker candy for 25 years but always with saltines, i am definitely trying it with pretzels!! Thanks for experimenting with different versions!
I love that name cracker candy, way better than the new one.
I can appreciate your revelation that you're an empath & a people pleaser, BUT...me being a shrink (i.e., a psychologist), I winced & thought, "Don't tell people that until it's necessary; that's how getting taken advantage of might occur...." However, your empathic nature shines in your vid clips. Keep doing what you're doing!
I agree with your fave- pretzels with dark chocolate! Why my kids were little, we would dip pretzel rods into chocolate and add sprinkles. Loved that the kids could do it pretty much on their own and tasted yummy!
You do a great job in all your videos. There are always people who will have negative things to say. Unless they make perfect videos where nothing ever goes wrong they have no room to say anything.
Thank you for making these videos. There is so much I'm learning regarding recipes from the Dollar Tree. I work for Dollar Tree and I was telling my coworker of your videos and how there amazing. Thank you for remaking this Christmas Crack video as I've never made this recipe before. You've gained a new subscriber 😊
Nice video! Keep doing what you do and do not cater to the hater!!! They'll move on when they notice they can't get a rise out of you. The charm of your videos is that you're not a professional chef, you're like the good friend next door! 😊😊
You're amazing! Don't allow the negative comments get to you. There are so many of us that appreciate all of the effort you put into making these recipes. Personally, I made your $25 dollar Christmas dinner and I couldn't believe I didn't spend over $50 dollars for a family of 3. Thank you!! Happy Holidays!❤
Nice job!!!!!!!
I don't think people trolled so much as let Rebecca know that Christmas Crack is something that is really, really delicious!!!!!!!
Sometimes, stale crackers can do it. Chocolate that has "bloomed" can do it.
I think going back and trying again shows a lot of courage and willingness to take into consideration the audience.
And I will say, Rebecca, that I am glad you tried again, and am SO glad you like the pretzels!!! That's my favorite.
Thank you for this follow up video. I enjoy both dark & milk chocolate. I like your idea of swirling both together. Yum!
Everthing was a big.......WIN !!! 💕 Love from Debbie and Dexter-Dog my sweet tiny rescued Chihuahua companion living a quiet crafty life in southern California.....& Merry 🎄 Christmas!!
Please note you are loved here. I LOVE your video. I've learned to try some of your items but with my normal Walmart groceries. 😊
I think you are AMAZING!!! IM an empath too and a people pleaser.Thank you for all your help you provide for people on a budget!!!! I'm also a redhead😊
It’s not natural but don’t tell anybody, it’s our secret 😅😅
Keep in mind.... Sometimes no matter how hard you try or what you do there's always going to be some idiot with an ugly comment! You are giving us awesome content in your videos. It's so refreshing to watch your videos and they're helping us to accomplish budget friendly recipes! I've watched a few videos and I'm so excited to see what you make next! Keep up the amazing work you're doing! Merry Christmas to you and your family! 😊❤ Happy New Year 🎊
There will always be trolls on all the CZcams channels that put on videos. Try not to let them get to you. I think you have a good attitude. Great job on the Christmas crack! It makes me want to try it now!
Dont worry about the wanna be perfect people. I love you just the way you are. Your not fake. I have learned alot from your videos and enjoy them so much. I actually look foward to them. Ty for all the wonderful videos and a great year.
You did a great job. Your videos always make me smile. Making Christmas crack is always a fun part of holidays in our family. We've done so many different things with it like dippin ruffled potato chips in chocolate. We've added things like crushed candy, raisins and dried cranberries. We have even added tiny Reese's pieces and M&M's. The ideas are endless and fun to play around with 🙂
I forgot we also added bacon one year and that was really good.
Oooh I would’ve loved to have seen you topped with festive sprinkles, sugar, or crushed peppermints (Dollar Tree has all of these options) I love your Channel and how it helps those who are looking for savings or may have tight budgets or fixed income…Keep up the GOOD WORK❣🌟
I love how you describe each version! It really helps when deciding on which cracker to use because it still costs to bake and I definitely don’t want to waste ingredients 😅 you’re awesome! Thank you❤ btw, trolls are ridiculous and it’s easy for them to be mean behind a screen. You just about can’t say anything online anymore without someone having something to say and pick you apart. Makes me furious! You are a kind soul and don’t deserve that at all!
Atta girl for trying it again AND using the margarine since butter is not available at DT ~ good to know about the ritz cracker style ones at DT I will give those and the graham crackers as well a try for sure ! I could tell as you were stirring the toffee portion of it and the color and extra time cooking was def. going to be a success lol ! as for those people who may be not so kind in their comments, well perhaps they need to get in front OF THE CAMERA themselves as often as YOU do and let us judge what THEY come up with !! ( sorry but it makes me mad to know anyone would give you grief for what you do !! 👿😠 Merry Christmas to you and Michael ~
Not gonna lie, after seeing comments on the previous attempt from people saying to not use margarine and that it won’t work, it’s nice to see you prove them wrong here! lol
You're making some of the most entertaining content on the internet right now. Thanks for making accessible, informative, and creative meals, both traditional and not. If christmas crackheads chase you off youtube I'm going to be so disappointed in humanity. Hang in there!
Christmas Crack recipe??? Thought you could mess with us huh???? Not a chance!! - You did great and may have started a new tradition. Mosaic Christmas Crack.
I would love to see you attempt tourtiere (French Canadian meat pie). It doesn't have to be "traditional". I think you could really find something fun and different. My mum made it and I never got HER recipe down before she passed away. There are many variations out there but I haven't been able to make my mum's. For those of you who have family members or friends and treasured recipes? Sit down with them. Write down the recipes!! Don't wait till tomorrow to do it. Mum and I thought we'd have time. We didn't. ❤❤❤
You are a genuine person and I love watching you talk and cook. Don't let those people bring you down! 💖
I love your videos. I watch all your videos. You are my favorite TV show, CZcams show, you are my favorite person. I am a seventy year old lady and I just adore you. My two sister died recently and you are very calming. ❤
You do a great job always! Even when a recipe doesn’t work out-that’s life. I appreciate your content and have tried a lot of your recipes! I don’t shop much at Dollar Tree because I have to go to town with an Aldi across the street and usually get better buys there. But I appreciate your reasons for using primarily Dollar Tree. Keep creating and sharing and don’t pay attention to the hateful people ❤
I absolutely love your channel and love your personality. People need to realize trial and error is how people improve. Keep doing you!! ❤
I enjoy your videos no matter what you cook. Just can't understand people who are rude when you're just trying to help. You keep your head up, girl, and keep cooking ❤
Nobody has any right to troll a helpful, good hearted and lovely person such as yourself. I can tell that you put all of yourself into your videos. We love you & enjoy you. Trolls are a very small minority ❤❤❤
I came over from Tiktok and I really love your longer CZcams videos too. Great video.
This is a great assortment of testing! Thanks for redoing the experiment
Love your videos and cant wait until a new one loads. We've recently retired and I have come to really appreciate the money saving ideas.
I pray you do not let mean people hurt you.These videos are so sweet. Just like you
Please don’t listen to the trolls you are doing great work…. I have learned a lot from watching you… you have helped me feed my family with great food on my low budget….Thank you for taking time to teach us I greatly appreciate you and the videos
Thank you so much! ❤️❤️
People are so hateful...miserable people will try to make you miserable..keep doing you your work is great and true follows will stick by your side.
I think you hit it right, you would make the version you liked the best, and that is the most important thing. We all have different tastes and recipes can vary from region to region and family to family. Thank you for trying so many different ones and for your recommendations. This is not something we make or even knew about, but if it ever came up I have an idea what my family would like thanks to you.
I love your stuff for cheap down and dirty stuff.
If you go off script with the chocolate and mix in different chocolates like you're doing (I do it the fancy paint way with a rigged up glass bowl double boiler)... when you mix two or more different kinds of chocolate it definitely gives you a nice richer fudgier taste. I just started to seriously mess with chocolate this year, looks like you know enough to be dangerous :). Not using metal tools (good thing) and being careful about keeping the steam and water from the boiling pot out of the way of the chocolate.
Definitely get some almond bark (white choc), some semi sweet, dark, bitter and get in mind something to make like more x-mas crack or just a peanut/mini marshmallow cluster. Throw a hand full of the different chocolates in there to melt and blend together, I did some peanuts and caramel bits in the bottom of a skull and a heart muffin pans.
I love watching the way other people cook or do projects. I might be an old fart but I see new ways of doing things and seeing new things I want to try. Also love seeing how people doctor up regular store items to make them a little more "home made" tasting.