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Come and join us. We have some great sales right now.
12/18/2025

Come and join us. We have some great sales right now.

Have you ordered your holiday goody Trays from A Sweet Expression. Perfect for parties and gifting. Fill it with our han...
12/04/2025

Have you ordered your holiday goody Trays from A Sweet Expression. Perfect for parties and gifting. Fill it with our hand made chocolates, fudge and Holiday cookies. We're open Thursday through Saturday, but we take special orders 7 days a week. Call 816-405-7704 for pricing and availability.

11/30/2025

Christmas Eve Cinnamon-Vanilla Creamy Custard Pie

Ingredients:

- 1 unbaked 9-inch pie crust
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a medium saucepan, combine whole milk, heavy cream, and granulated sugar. Heat over medium heat until it begins to steam, but do not boil.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs with cornstarch until smooth.
4. Slowly pour the hot milk mixture into the eggs while continuously whisking to temper the eggs.
5. Pour the combined mixture back into the saucepan. Cook over low heat, stirring constantly until the custard thickens and coats the back of a spoon. Remove from heat.
6. Stir in vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Mix well.
7. Pour the custard into the unbaked pie crust.
8. Bake for 50-60 minutes or until the custard is set but still slightly jiggly in the center.
9. Remove from oven and let cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 3 hours before serving.

Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 60 minutes | Total Time: 3 hours 15 minutes
Kcal: 320 kcal | Servings: 8 servings

Tips:
Use fresh spices for the best aromatic flavor and depth.
To prevent the pie crust from sogginess, partially bake the crust for 10 minutes before filling it with custard.

11/30/2025

Coconut Cherry Pecan Chocolate Bites

Ingredients:

- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 14 ounces sweetened condensed milk
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 14 ounces sweetened shredded coconut
- 10 ounces maraschino cherries, drained and chopped
- 3 cups pecans, chopped
- 6 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 4 tablespoons shortening

Directions:

1. In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and vanilla extract together until smooth and fluffy.
2. Gradually add the sweetened condensed milk and mix well.
3. Add powdered sugar, shredded coconut, chopped maraschino cherries, and chopped pecans to the bowl; mix thoroughly until the mixture forms a soft dough.
4. Using your hands or a small cookie scoop, form the mixture into bite-sized balls and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
5. Refrigerate the bites for at least 1 hour to firm up.
6. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the semi-sweet chocolate chips and shortening. Melt in 30-second intervals, stirring between intervals until smooth.
7. Using a fork or dipping tool, dip each chilled bite into the melted chocolate, ensuring it is fully coated.
8. Place the chocolate-coated bites back onto the parchment-lined sheet and refrigerate until the chocolate is set, about 30 minutes.

Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cooking Time: 10 minutes (including melting chocolate) | Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes

Kcal: Approximately 160 kcal per bite | Servings: About 40 bites

Tips:
For easier dipping, allow the chocolate to cool slightly before coating the bites to avoid melting the centers.
Store the bites in an airtight container in the refrigerator to keep them fresh and maintain their chewy texture.

What a great time to head to A Sweet Expression at 138 1st St in downtown Pleasant Hill. Old fashioned candies and cooki...
11/30/2025

What a great time to head to A Sweet Expression at 138 1st St in downtown Pleasant Hill. Old fashioned candies and cookies are made on site. Great ice cream treats. Special sales. Create a goody Trays. So much to see. Open Thurs thru Sat 12 to 5. But we'll be open late for the ATv parade. Grab a very special hot cocoa while your here.

11/23/2025

New Orleans Pecan Clusters

Ingredients:

- 2 cups pecan halves
- 1 cup caramel bits or soft caramel candies
- 2 tbsp heavy cream
- 1½ cups chocolate (milk, dark, or white)
- Optional: sea salt for sprinkling

Directions:

1. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
2. In a small saucepan, combine caramel bits and heavy cream over low heat, stirring constantly until the caramel is melted and smooth.
3. In a microwave-safe bowl or double boiler, melt the chocolate until smooth, stirring frequently to avoid burning.
4. Toss pecan halves in the melted caramel until well coated.
5. Using a fork or spoon, scoop clusters of caramel-coated pecans onto the prepared baking sheet.
6. Drizzle or dip each cluster in melted chocolate, ensuring they are thoroughly coated.
7. Place the clusters onto the baking sheet and sprinkle lightly with sea salt if desired.
8. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or until the chocolate is set.
9. Once firm, remove clusters from the baking sheet and store in an airtight container.

Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 25 minutes

Kcal: 210 kcal | Servings: 12 clusters

Tips:
Use good quality chocolate for a richer and smoother finish.
For an extra crunch, toast pecans lightly before coating with caramel.

11/11/2025

No Bake Pecan Coconut Praline Cookies

Ingredients:

- 1.5 cups shredded coconut
- 1 cup pecans, chopped
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 0.5 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
- 2 cups quick oats

Directions:

1. In a large saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter, brown sugar, and sweetened condensed milk, stirring frequently until the mixture comes to a gentle boil.
2. Allow the mixture to boil for 1-2 minutes while stirring constantly, then remove from heat.
3. Stir in the vanilla extract, salt, and ground cinnamon if using.
4. Add the shredded coconut, chopped pecans, and quick oats, mixing until well combined.
5. Drop spoonfuls of the mixture onto wax paper or a silicone baking mat and let cool until set, roughly 30-40 minutes at room temperature.

Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 40 minutes

Kcal: 210 kcal | Servings: 24 cookies

Tips:
Use quick oats for a tender texture; rolled oats can make the cookies too chewy.
Chill the mixture slightly before spooning to help cookies hold their shape better.

Address

1st Street And
Pleasant Hill, MO
64080

Telephone

(816) 405-7704

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