MEmama Posted May 27, 2021 Share Posted May 27, 2021 Any ideas of something fast and ***foolproof*** I can bring to a bake sale? I am so not a baker so it really must be simple. Many basics are already being provided, so no chocolate chip cookies, brownies, Rice Krispie treats. Gluten free is already covered. Ideas? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JenneinCA Posted May 27, 2021 Share Posted May 27, 2021 I suggest making this fudge. It tastes amazing and is super easy. https://www.eaglebrand.com/recipe-detail/chocolatefudge-4139 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vonfirmath Posted May 27, 2021 Share Posted May 27, 2021 5 minutes ago, JenneinCA said: I suggest making this fudge. It tastes amazing and is super easy. https://www.eaglebrand.com/recipe-detail/chocolatefudge-4139 AND you can make it in the microwave. https://www.tasteofhome.com/article/how-to-make-microwave-fudge/ 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jann in TX Posted May 27, 2021 Share Posted May 27, 2021 We like caramel Rice Chex with pecans... This is made like caramel popcorn-- but we use a big box of Rice Chex instead of the popcorn and add in 1 cup of pecans (halves or pieces) during the baking period. This recipe is similar to the one I use--I do boil my mixture 3-4 minutes. Note-- I use the whole Family Size box of Rice Chex-- this is more (volume) than what the recipe calls for-- but we found it tastes better if the caramel coating is not as heavy. I use 1-2 roasting pans and bake for about an hour--stirring every 15 minutes. Pack in zip-lock sandwich bags or quart-sized bags for sale. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
saraha Posted May 27, 2021 Share Posted May 27, 2021 (edited) Shoot, nevermind, somehow missed the no rice crispy treats. 🙄 No bake cookies? Edited May 27, 2021 by saraha 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Annie G Posted May 27, 2021 Share Posted May 27, 2021 I’ll offer an totally different idea- homemade Chex mix. It’s super easy to throw together and then portion in baggies. And it’s good for people who might want something salty to go with their sweet stuff, or for someone who doesn’t eat a lot of sugar. And it stays fresh for a good while, unlike most baked good that have a few days at best. 4 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pen Posted May 27, 2021 Share Posted May 27, 2021 Mini Blueberry Muffins made from a reputable mix 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
happi duck Posted May 27, 2021 Share Posted May 27, 2021 3 minutes ago, Annie G said: I’ll offer an totally different idea- homemade Chex mix. It’s super easy to throw together and then portion in baggies. And it’s good for people who might want something salty to go with their sweet stuff, or for someone who doesn’t eat a lot of sugar. And it stays fresh for a good while, unlike most baked good that have a few days at best. Ita! Ime, something salty is always a hit. I usually contribute ranch oyster crackers. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
catz Posted May 27, 2021 Share Posted May 27, 2021 You could do cupcakes with cake mix and canned frosting. Throw on a few sprinkles and every kid will want one! 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Forget-Me-Not Posted May 27, 2021 Share Posted May 27, 2021 (edited) Caramel Chex 8 C cereal 1 C brown sugar ¼ C light Karo syrup ½ tsp salt ½ C real butter, cut into smaller pieces ½ tsp baking soda 1 tsp vanilla MnMs (optional) 1. Place cereal into a large microwave-safe bowl. 2. Combine brown sugar, Karo syrup salt, and butter into another large microwave-safe bowl (this will double in volume during cooking—make sure it is big enough). Microwave for 30 seconds, stir. Microwave for 2 minutes, stir. Microwave for another 2 minutes. Stir in baking soda and vanilla. Pour over cereal and stir to combine. 3. Place the bowl containing the cereal mixture into the microwave. Microwave for 3-5 minutes, stirring every minute, until the mixture starts to brown slightly. Spread on parchment paper or buttered cookie sheets to cool. Stir in MnMs if desired. Store in a covered container. *You can also use this mixture for caramel corn. Put it over 12 cups popcorn (if you’re using salted microwave popcorn, leave the salt out of the caramel mixture), and skip step 3. This makes a soft caramel corn. If you want it crunchy, spread it on two buttered cookie sheets and bake at 200ºF for 1 hour, stirring every 15 minutes. Edited May 27, 2021 by Forget-Me-Not 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pinball Posted May 27, 2021 Share Posted May 27, 2021 Spicy sweet pecans. in General: whipped egg white, a little sugar, salt and cayenne bake very low oven, stir every 15 mins for abt 45 mins 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SoCal_Bear Posted May 27, 2021 Share Posted May 27, 2021 Banana bread is pretty easy. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
happi duck Posted May 27, 2021 Share Posted May 27, 2021 Example of ranch crackers here: https://www.hiddenvalley.com/recipe/hidden-valley-oyster-crackers/ I don't bother with a Ziploc bag and just mix it in a bowl. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Annie G Posted May 27, 2021 Share Posted May 27, 2021 9 minutes ago, happi duck said: Ita! Ime, something salty is always a hit. I usually contribute ranch oyster crackers. Those are SO good. And I never think to make them but love when I find them at gatherings and bake sales! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SoCal_Bear Posted May 27, 2021 Share Posted May 27, 2021 (edited) Depending on where you are...and riffing off the chex mix idea, this might be a good option. I might be hesitant to do it if you are in a area where Asian foods/flavors aren't popular. Furikake Chex Mix is so good! Hugely popular Haiwaiian snack mix. Trader Joe's has furikake now if you aren't near an Asian market.https://onolicioushawaii.com/furikake-chex-mix/ Edited May 27, 2021 by calbear 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Storygirl Posted May 27, 2021 Share Posted May 27, 2021 (edited) 19 minutes ago, pinball said: Spicy sweet pecans. in General: whipped egg white, a little sugar, salt and cayenne bake very low oven, stir every 15 mins for abt 45 mins I was going to suggest candied pecans, as well. They've been a big hit when we've made them, but we didn't make them spicy. We followed Trisha Yearwood's recipe. The pecans will stick together in clumps, so be sure to separate them a bit before they completely cool. The only drawback to this idea is that nuts can be pricey. https://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/trisha-yearwood/jerrys-sugared-pecans-recipe-2109318 Edited May 27, 2021 by Storygirl 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Annie G Posted May 27, 2021 Share Posted May 27, 2021 6 minutes ago, calbear said: Depending on where you are...and riffing off the chex mix idea, this might be a good option. I might be hesitant to do it if you are in a area where Asian foods/flavors aren't popular. Furikake Chex Mix is so good! Hugely popular Haiwaiian snack mix. Trader Joe's has furikake now if you aren't near an Asian market.https://onolicioushawaii.com/furikake-chex-mix/ I’ve never heard of this- it sounds SO GOOD and would be a great snack to set out when we get together with the grands and play games. We usually do regular Chex mix but they would LOVE this! thanks for the link. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
itsheresomewhere Posted May 27, 2021 Share Posted May 27, 2021 A huge seller at the last bake sale before covid as individual chocolate pudding with a cool whip topping. We had them made up and in a cooler ready to go. The kids sold out and made a huge amount for their club. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alisoncooks Posted May 27, 2021 Share Posted May 27, 2021 11 minutes ago, itsheresomewhere said: A huge seller at the last bake sale before covid as individual chocolate pudding with a cool whip topping. We had them made up and in a cooler ready to go. The kids sold out and made a huge amount for their club. Or a spin off of this: chocolate pudding with crushed Oreo "dirt" and a gummy worm on top! 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
happi duck Posted May 27, 2021 Share Posted May 27, 2021 Another tricky thing about bake sales is cost. If I spend $10 I hope they make $15+ or at least break even. The last bake sale I did specified bringing things already packaged in units that would sell for $1. That helped me decide what to bring because if my contribution will lose money I'd rather just donate, kwim? 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bibiche Posted May 27, 2021 Share Posted May 27, 2021 How about lemon bars? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MEmama Posted May 27, 2021 Author Share Posted May 27, 2021 Wow—such bakey goodness! I knew you all would have lots of suggestions but should have known better than to post before leaving to run errands. Lol Thanks for all the ideas! 🙂 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ktgrok Posted May 27, 2021 Share Posted May 27, 2021 1 hour ago, happi duck said: Example of ranch crackers here: https://www.hiddenvalley.com/recipe/hidden-valley-oyster-crackers/ I don't bother with a Ziploc bag and just mix it in a bowl. This was the "thing" my mom always had when the grandkids came to visit. They love it. It was the single most disappointing thing to my son when he was diagnosed with celiac - no more ranch oyster crackers at grandmas. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mmasc Posted May 27, 2021 Share Posted May 27, 2021 Super easy and delicious! And slightly fancy looking, imho. 😁 https://howtothisandthat.com/quick-easy-15-minute-baklava-bites-recipe/ 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pen Posted May 27, 2021 Share Posted May 27, 2021 (edited) A real fruit pie for people who might want something less unhealthy? Start with a premade shell to make it much easier to do. Choose a 5 star recipe from online to fit available / affordable fruit. or individual fruit cobbler cups in cupcake papers to meet Covid needs for separate individual items? (but muffins from mix are much faster and much more foolproof, especially if u get two different mixes and two pans in case one is not so great result . And no extra doings like frosting needed. Though if you wanted, a lemon frosting can be nice on a blueberry muffin. ) Edited May 27, 2021 by Pen 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ktgrok Posted May 27, 2021 Share Posted May 27, 2021 7 minutes ago, mmasc said: Super easy and delicious! And slightly fancy looking, imho. 😁 https://howtothisandthat.com/quick-easy-15-minute-baklava-bites-recipe/ I...I should not know about this. 1 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wathe Posted May 27, 2021 Share Posted May 27, 2021 As a non-baker, my contribution to bake sales is a cash donation, roughly equivalent to the amount that would expected to be raised from donating baked goods to be sold. So maybe not much help. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MEmama Posted May 27, 2021 Author Share Posted May 27, 2021 1 minute ago, wathe said: As a non-baker, my contribution to bake sales is a cash donation, roughly equivalent to the amount that would expected to be raised from donating baked goods to be sold. So maybe not much help. This is definitely my preferred method as well. But we need to make something for the snack shack at a track meet and I’m afraid cash doesn’t feed hungry teen athletes and bored siblings. Lol 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pen Posted May 27, 2021 Share Posted May 27, 2021 Totally off topic, but where is your son going overseas? It might have been on colleges thread but I didn’t follow that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pen Posted May 27, 2021 Share Posted May 27, 2021 (edited) 21 minutes ago, MEmama said: This is definitely my preferred method as well. But we need to make something for the snack shack at a track meet and I’m afraid cash doesn’t feed hungry teen athletes and bored siblings. Lol Honey Stinger Organic Waffle, Honey, Sports Nutrition, 16.96 Ounce, Pack of 16 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004F1LNDI/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_12GSW90MHSWG0FGGFWH9?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1 I think there are other flavors too, and this is a favorite with my son’s track team places like REI in our area also have them - possibly for less $per box and where you can see expiration dates (and I saw that one reviewer commented that the ones on Amazon may be knock offs - inferior to real thing - ours have come from REI or a local running store where we first found them) Edited May 27, 2021 by Pen 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spryte Posted May 27, 2021 Share Posted May 27, 2021 Muddy buddies are good, too. The recipe is on the Rice Chex box. We sub Sunbutter for the peanut butter. My other go to for baking is DS. He’ll bake it, I’ll take it. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HS Mom in NC Posted May 27, 2021 Share Posted May 27, 2021 4 hours ago, FuzzyCatz said: You could do cupcakes with cake mix and canned frosting. Throw on a few sprinkles and every kid will want one! You beat me to it. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cjzimmer1 Posted May 27, 2021 Share Posted May 27, 2021 (edited) Brownies from a box mix are quite good and not much cost or effort. If you feel like making them seem more homemade, sprinkle some chocolate chips on them before baking and/or powdered sugar after they cool down. Or I have even seen parents who totally forgot and still wanted to contribute make a quick stop at walmart or kwik trip or whatever your favorite place for bakery treats is and buy a big package and repackage in smaller portions. I guarantee a bunch of hungry teens will not care! Edited May 27, 2021 by cjzimmer1 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
regentrude Posted May 27, 2021 Share Posted May 27, 2021 Buy a cake. Seriously. if you don't enjoy baking and aren't particularly good at it, why waste your time? Or donate money. Bake sale revenues are not worth the combined time the bakers spend. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pen Posted May 27, 2021 Share Posted May 27, 2021 Also purchasable would be something like a 5 pound box of mandarins- all packaged in their own skins — not baked at all, but could be good at track meet 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kassia Posted May 27, 2021 Share Posted May 27, 2021 15 minutes ago, cjzimmer1 said: Brownies from a box mix are quite good and not much cost or effort. If you feel like making them seem more homemade, sprinkle some chocolate chips on them before baking and/or powdered sugar after they cool down. Or I have even seen parents who totally forgot and still wanted to contribute make a quick stop at walmart or kwik trip or whatever your favorite place for bakery treats is and buy a big package and repackage in smaller portions. I guarantee a bunch of hungry teens will not care! That's what I was thinking about buying something from the store bakery. We put a cup of chocolate chips in our brownie mix when we make them. I remember a while ago topping them with Andes mints when they were just out of the oven and then spreading the melted mints or something like that. That was a big hit - I don't know why I didn't do that again. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MEmama Posted May 27, 2021 Author Share Posted May 27, 2021 1 hour ago, Pen said: Totally off topic, but where is your son going overseas? It might have been on colleges thread but I didn’t follow that. Ireland. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
domestic_engineer Posted May 27, 2021 Share Posted May 27, 2021 Rollo candy softened in the oven and then sandwiched between ritz crackers. https://www.food.com/recipe/rolo-stuffed-ritz-crackers-521199 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
happi duck Posted May 27, 2021 Share Posted May 27, 2021 (edited) 5 minutes ago, domestic_engineer said: Rollo candy softened in the oven and then sandwiched between ritz crackers. https://www.food.com/recipe/rolo-stuffed-ritz-crackers-521199 I've seen something similar with pretzels instead of Ritz. Eta: https://www.eatingonadime.com/rolo-pretzels/ Edited May 27, 2021 by happi duck 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
happi duck Posted May 27, 2021 Share Posted May 27, 2021 (edited) Easy Homemade thin mints: https://www.averiecooks.com/homemade-thin-mints/ Edited May 27, 2021 by happi duck 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wathe Posted May 27, 2021 Share Posted May 27, 2021 1 hour ago, MEmama said: This is definitely my preferred method as well. But we need to make something for the snack shack at a track meet and I’m afraid cash doesn’t feed hungry teen athletes and bored siblings. Lol In that case I would donate something baked by someone else - either bought from a bakery or a bulk pack of packaged snacks from Costco 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MEmama Posted May 27, 2021 Author Share Posted May 27, 2021 8 minutes ago, wathe said: In that case I would donate something baked by someone else - either bought from a bakery or a bulk pack of packaged snacks from Costco Yeah, I don’t have much time either. So I’m thinking about individual bags with a bagel, small peanut butter and a plastic knife. Grilled cheese sandwiches always sell out so I know there’s demand for something kind of substantial and not sweet, but I don't think we can do those this year. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HeartString Posted May 27, 2021 Share Posted May 27, 2021 Walmart has cake balls in the section with Hostess and Little Debbies. They are called Bakery Petites. I buy a couple of bags of those and arrange nicely on a plate. Voila. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KungFuPanda Posted May 27, 2021 Share Posted May 27, 2021 Are you working the bake sale or just dropping off items? We've made a killing selling root beer floats for a dollar, but they require a dedicated person to work that station. You need a cheap tub of ice cream, cheap root beer, small solo cups, and straws. Root beer first, then ice cream so you don't get all foam. We've also sold homemade trail mix, cans of soda, and even bags of chips. One year ring pops where the things that EVERY kid HAD to have. It doesn't have to take effort or make sense; it just has to sell. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toocrazy!! Posted May 27, 2021 Share Posted May 27, 2021 PB & J sandwiches? Turkey and cheese roll ups? Cheese sticks? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ktgrok Posted May 27, 2021 Share Posted May 27, 2021 29 minutes ago, MEmama said: Yeah, I don’t have much time either. So I’m thinking about individual bags with a bagel, small peanut butter and a plastic knife. Grilled cheese sandwiches always sell out so I know there’s demand for something kind of substantial and not sweet, but I don't think we can do those this year. How about string cheese or meat snack sticks? Both come prepackaged, and offer something not so sweet. Or yogurts? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cecropia Posted May 27, 2021 Share Posted May 27, 2021 Melt candy melts in microwave. Coat pretzel rods halfway, shake on sprinkles. Lay on waxed paper or set upright in drinking glasses until set. Easy... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Drama Llama Posted May 27, 2021 Share Posted May 27, 2021 2 hours ago, MEmama said: This is definitely my preferred method as well. But we need to make something for the snack shack at a track meet and I’m afraid cash doesn’t feed hungry teen athletes and bored siblings. Lol In that case, I'd bring juice boxes. They always sell well, and no one thinks to bring them. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
City Mouse Posted May 27, 2021 Share Posted May 27, 2021 I’ve had good luck with dog treats at bake sales. Many people want to help, but don’t want to bring home baked goods for a variety of reasons. I do use a small dog bone cookie cutter, and make sure they are will marked, so they are not mistaken for people food. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ktgrok Posted May 27, 2021 Share Posted May 27, 2021 22 minutes ago, City Mouse said: I’ve had good luck with dog treats at bake sales. Many people want to help, but don’t want to bring home baked goods for a variety of reasons. I do use a small dog bone cookie cutter, and make sure they are will marked, so they are not mistaken for people food. Brilliant! OP, if people bring pets to these things (hmm...maybe not swim meets, but I know people do to baseball and such) even store bought treats put in baggies would work. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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