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    Home » Recipes » Earth Day

    Cookies and Cream Garden Stone for Mother's Day (new video)

    Published: May 1, '17 · Modified: Apr 3, '21 · By: Beth · This post may contain affiliate links.

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    A homemade gift for your mom on Mother's Day or her birthday will surely win her heart and an edible Cookies and Cream Fudge Garden Stone is a unique treasure she will surely love.

    My original Hand Print Garden Stone was posted May 9, 2012. The second version with "If Moms Were Flowers, I'd pick you" garden stone with video tutorial was created 5 years later on May 1, 2017. There are so many ways to decorate your own edible Fudge Garden Stones, so get creative and have fun!

    What better gift from your kids for Mother's Day than a Fudge Garden Stone! I don't know about you, but garden stones we a favorite to give as a gift, and this gift gets even better because it's delicious!

    Back in 2012, I created my very first Cookies 'n Cream Fudge Garden Stone using a traditional design with a child's hand imprinted in the soft fudge. It was cute and very childlike but best of all it was tasty!

    With Mother's Day fast approaching I wanted to create some new video tutorials showing you how to make some of my more popular food crafts for the special day and decided to start with this edible garden stone.

    I chose to use the same concept when making the fudge stone for my new video but decided to change the design to give you more decorating options.

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    A homemade gift for your mom on Mother's Day will surely win her heart and these edible Cookies and Cream Fudge Garden Stones are a unique treasure she will love.

    The recipe is still a simple 3-ingredient fudge but this time I chose to decorate it with M&M flowers and I used plastic alphabet garden stone stamps to imprint the phrase, "If moms were flowers I'd pick you!"

    This version of the fudge garden stone would be perfect for older kids to make for mom on Mother's Day or her birthday.

    The yellow sunflowers and daisies are super easy to create using Mega M&M's, traditional M&M's, and M&M Minis.

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    Supplies:

    medium saucepan
    9"-10" round, square, or heart-shaped cake pan (I used a springform pan)
    non-stick aluminum foil, parchment paper, or wax paper to line the cake pan
    toothpick or skewer

    Instructions:

    What better gift from your kids for Mother's Day than a Fudge Garden Stone! I don't know about you, but garden stones we a favorite to give as a gift, and this gift gets even better because it's delicious!

    • Heat white chocolate or confectionery coating and sweetened condensed milk in a medium saucepan over low heat just until half of the chocolate is melted.
    • Remove from or turn off the heat and let sit for 3 minutes then stir until melted.
    • Stir in the cookie crumbs.

    HANDPRINT DESIGN:

    What better gift from your kids for Mother's Day than a Fudge Garden Stone! I don't know about you, but garden stones we a favorite to give as a gift, and this gift gets even better because it's delicious!

    • Spread into a tin foil pan or a tin foil-lined cake pan and smooth out the surface.
    • Decorate around the edge of the fudge with candy, if using.
    • Allow the fudge to sit at room temperature for 45 minutes.

    What better gift from your kids for Mother's Day than a Fudge Garden Stone! I don't know about you, but garden stones we a favorite to give as a gift, and this gift gets even better because it's delicious!

    • Have your child wash her/his hands. Press his or her handprint into the fudge.
    • Use a skewer or toothpick to write a special message around the handprint. Or, for a cleaner look use plastic alphabet garden stone stamps (see the video tutorial below).
      • I added a red heart-shaped sprinkle in between the "I" and "Mom,} but think it looks a bit small. Any heart-shaped candy would work or you could just etch out a heart in the fudge.
    • Cover the fudge and let it sit for several hours until firm.
    • Remove from pan and peel away the tin foil.

    What better gift from your kids for Mother's Day than a Fudge Garden Stone! I don't know about you, but garden stones we a favorite to give as a gift, and this gift gets even better because it's delicious!

    • Serve on a cutting board or platter.
    • To add some color to your serving display, set your edible garden stone on top of green-colored coconut (add coconut to a zip-top bag and add drops of green food coloring, shake until evenly colored.)
    • You can even wrap the fudge garden stone in cellophane and tie it with a ribbon.
    • Cut with a knife into wedges or small pieces and enjoy. Wrap in plastic wrap and store in an airtight container for up to a few weeks.

    NOTES:

    • The fudge needs to firm up in order for you to be able to press the alphabet stamps into it.
    • Use clear piping gel to attach the candies once the fudge has firmed up. If you know how you will decorate the fudge and can lay out the stamps so you leave enough room then you can press the candy into the fudge while it's still rather soft.
    • Once the fudge has firmed up you can cut and peel off the tin foil pan. I waited until it was decorated, but it's not necessary.

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    Cookies and Cream Garden Stone
    Prep Time
    15 mins
    Cook Time
    10 mins
    Resting Time
    3 mins
    Total Time
    25 mins
     

    Have fun with your kids by making this Cookies and Cream Garden Stone for mothers day! It's so much fun and even more fun to eat.

    Course: Dessert
    Cuisine: American
    Keyword: cookies and cream fudge, edible garden stone
    Servings: 12
    Author: Beth Jackson Klosterboer
    Ingredients
    • 1 ½ pounds (24 ounces) finely chopped white chocolate (or chips) or white confectionery coating
    • 14 ounces sweetened condensed milk (1 can)
    • ½-2/3 cup Oreo Cookie crumbs 5-8 cookies
    • candy decorations: Jumbo Confetti sprinkles or M&M's
    Instructions
    1. Combine white chocolate with sweetened condensed milk in a saucepan.
    2. Heat over low heat until half of the chocolate is melted.
    3. Remove from the heat and let sit for 3 minutes then stir until melted.
    4. Add the Oreo Cookie crumbs and stir just to combine.
    5. Pour into a tin foil pan.
    6. Follow the tutorial to decorate your fudge garden stone.

    A homemade gift for your mom on Mother's Day will surely win her heart and these edible Cookies and Cream Fudge Garden Stones are a unique treasure she will love.

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    Your mom deserves the world and she has earned lots and lots of treats. So check out some more Mother's Day Recipes and let her relax in a pool of desserts.

    Celebrate your mom by making her a beautiful dessert, an amazing appetizer, or an incredible meal. Choose from an amazing array of Mother's Day Recipes that will tell her how much you care.

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    Hi, I'm Beth Jackson Klosterboer, a professional chocolatier & baker, cookbook author, and event planner. I love sharing recipes for happy occasions here on Hungry Happenings. I also create easy fudge recipes to share at HowToMakeEasyFudge.com, rice krispie treat recipes at HowToMakeCerealTreats.com, and easy cookie recipes at HowToMakeEasyCookies.com
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    1. Beth

      May 08, 2017 at 8:54 am

      So happy to hear it! Have fun. 🙂

      Reply
    2. Louise

      May 07, 2017 at 1:04 am

      This is brilliant and so personal. Any mom will love it.

      Reply
      • Beth

        May 08, 2017 at 8:51 am

        Thanks! I love that you can personalize the fudge garden stones with any message you want to share with your mom.

        Reply
    3. Michelle

      May 06, 2017 at 11:55 pm

      What a great idea! I tried to watch the video in the post, but I couldn't get it to work?

      Reply
      • Beth

        May 08, 2017 at 8:53 am

        I'm so sorry to hear the video wouldn't work for you. It's playing on my end. It is available on my YouTube channel here - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Npv4yKYEDh8

        Reply
    4. bunny

      June 03, 2012 at 8:12 pm

      i really like your site, everythings so adorable! i just have one question,
      "1 1/2 pounds - white chocolate" how much is it in grams? or cups?
      thanks in advance

      Reply
      • Beth Jackson Klosterboer

        June 03, 2012 at 8:57 pm

        Thanks! There are 680.388 grams in 1 1/2 pounds (24 ounces.) I can't tell you how many cups because it will depend on the type of white chocolate you use. I can tell you that if you use small white chocolate chips, you'd need 4 cups.

        Reply
    5. Kelley @ Miss Information

      May 19, 2012 at 2:35 am

      I love this, I hope you will come and share it on my first link party " Summer Bucket List Ideas" http://www.missinformationblog.com/2012/05/summer-bucket-list.html

      Reply
    6. Sue

      May 16, 2012 at 2:29 pm

      Another ADORABLE idea!

      Reply
    7. Lisa @ Flour Me With Love

      May 15, 2012 at 1:46 am

      This is adorable! It would be a great gift for the teacher's at the end of the year too. Thanks so much for sharing at Mix it up Monday 🙂

      Reply
    8. Trish - Sweetology101

      May 14, 2012 at 2:04 pm

      Beth...seriously, YOU are so talented. This is down right awesome. I have no better words than that!

      Reply
    9. Dorothy @ Crazy for Crust

      May 12, 2012 at 1:42 am

      That's amazing!!!!

      Reply
    10. Nann from At Nann's Table

      May 11, 2012 at 8:53 pm

      Beth this is one of the cutest ideas I have ever seen. I have several grandchildren around here and I'm going to round them up and do this for their moms. But I'll have several little hands on each one. You are not only creative but brilliant!!!

      Reply
      • Beth Jackson Klosterboer

        May 11, 2012 at 9:05 pm

        Hi Nann, if you plan to have a few hands on the stones, I suggest pouring your fudge into a 10" round pan so you have plenty of room. I would not add the candy decorations until all the hand prints are created. Then you can put the candy in between the hands. Have fun!

        Reply
    11. Jo and Sue

      May 10, 2012 at 11:54 pm

      Ummm...yeah....have I mentioned before that you are a genius? Totally cute creation. Super genius 🙂

      Reply
    12. Pams Party

      May 10, 2012 at 6:39 pm

      I really does look like a real garden stone. I love it!

      Reply
    13. Diana - FreeStyleMama

      May 10, 2012 at 4:36 pm

      Awesome!!

      Reply
    14. The Partiologist

      May 10, 2012 at 2:00 pm

      What a super cute idea! Since I don't have a garden, this would be perfect for me! 🙂

      Reply
    15. Karen @ Sugartown Sweets

      May 10, 2012 at 12:57 pm

      This is extraordinary! I have been blogging for a little over 6 months now..and I'm finding my favorite creations are edible crafts! Yours are incredibly creative! With 4 grandchildren, and doing surprise crafts for my daughter with them over the years, your blog gives me much inspiration. The train sounds like a great way to travel. 🙂

      Reply
    16. artsy_momma

      May 10, 2012 at 12:44 am

      That sound absolutely delicious & looks beautiful! Such a creative idea - love it! Thank you for leaving the link on my Handprint & Footprint Art blog 🙂 I shared it on Pinterest & will share it on Facebook sometime this week too.

      Reply
      • Beth Jackson Klosterboer

        May 10, 2012 at 12:12 pm

        Thanks for sharing! I knew you'd get a kick out of this idea considering the content on your blog.

        Reply
      • artsy_momma

        May 10, 2012 at 7:09 pm

        Lol! I love it! Thanks again 🙂

        Reply
    17. artsy_momma

      May 10, 2012 at 12:43 am

      That sound absolutely delicious & looks beautiful! Such a creative idea - love it! Thank you for leaving the link on my Handprint & Footprint Art blog 🙂 I shared it on Pinterest & will share it on Facebook sometime this week too.

      Reply
      • Anonymous

        June 02, 2013 at 9:01 pm

        This is awesome, how long does it keep if I put it in an airtight container?

        Reply
      • Beth Jackson Klosterboer

        June 03, 2013 at 12:37 pm

        The fudge will stay fresh for about 2 weeks.

        Reply
    18. Carrie

      May 09, 2012 at 9:44 pm

      What a wonderful idea!! I love it! I hope you will be willing to share it at my Mother's Day Gift Idea Link Party at http://craftymomsshare.blogspot.com/2012/05/mothers-day-gifts.html. Thank you!!

      Reply
    19. CuteEverything.com

      May 09, 2012 at 5:58 pm

      Thanks so much for sharing this on my site, Beth! I looked at it for a long time and was like edible fudge?? Nice work!

      Reply

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