The Perfect Holiday Gifts at Best Buy

Posted on December 19, 2014 by Krissyar

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It seems like all of us have at least one person on our gift list that is hard to shop for – either they have it all or are super picky, or you just can’t come up with an idea for that perfect gift. Well look no further! I’ve created a list of some great gift ideas for that hard-to-shop-for family member or friend. You are bound to knock their socks off (or at least put a smile on their face)!

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For any gamer in your life – whether young or old – will love the latest gaming technology offered by Microsoft. The Xbox One is the latest console that takes gaming to a whole new level – in addition to being a gaming console, Xbox One connects you like no other device. Xbox One gives you access to the latest TV shows and movies through your apps! You can have all your media and fun at your fingertips whenever you want. Right now you can save $50 on an Xbox One Console!

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For the music lover on your list check out all the great JBL products Best Buy is carrying this holiday season. The BL2 Charge is an amplified blue tooth speaker that can connect with almost any device. You can use it for a hands-free speakerphone, and an awesome way to share your playlist. The JBL Reflect Earbud Headphones have a sweat proof design with a 5 hour rechargeable battery and reaches about 40 feet. The best part about these earbuds are the built in magnets to keep your buds on standby without loose cables.

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Have a new driver on your gift list? Someone who travels a lot? Or maybe someone like me that  can’t seem to find their way out of a mall parking lot? Check out all the different GPS varieties offered at Best Buy this holiday season.
With so many options to choose from it’s hard to pick just one. The Garmin 2LM offers a large 5″ display, maps of 49 states and lifetime map updates (which is  worth every extra penny) along with displayed speed limit and  arrival times,easy to find addresses and my favorite, points of interest the Garmin 52LM makes a great gift.
The TomTom Go 50s offers some great benefits as well such as lifetime TomTom Traffic updates, lifetime maps through U.S., Canada and Mexico as well as 3D maps and landmarks. The TomTom 50s has a 5′ touchscreen with advanced lane guidance for  safer travels.

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Whatever you might be looking for, Best Buy probably has it! With Free 2 Day shipping on over thousands of items through December 22nd and in store pick-up through 4 p.m. on Christmas Eve Best Buy is here to make your holiday shopping a breeze – and your gift receivers smile!

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Reindeer Brownies – Perfect for Santa

Posted on December 17, 2014 by Krissyar
Santa (along with Mom & Dad) could really use a  yummy treat to keep them going on Christmas Eve. Check out these super  cute Reindeer Brownies that the kids can make for Santa’s treat!
Ingredients:
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Your favorite chewy brownie recipe, baked and completely cooled (like my favorite one you can find here)
Small Pretzels
Wilton Candy Eyeballs
1 package Red Sixlets candies (I found mine at Wal-Mart in the Holiday baking section)
4 tablespoons powdered sugar
1 teaspoon water
Ziplock Bag

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First, begin with your favorite batch of chewy brownies. I like to use the Nestle Toll House Cocoa Chewy Brownie Recipe, but any chewy brownie recipe will work. The trick is to line your pan with aluminum foil and then grease the foil. Prepare and bake your brownies as usual and cool completely.

Once your brownies are cool, you are ready to assemble your reindeer. Since your pan is lined with foil, simply lift the foil and brownies out of the pan. Remove the foil and place the “brick” of brownies on a cutting board.

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Using a heart shaped cookie cutter, cut out the brownie hearts.

Place the powdered sugar and water in a ziplock bag. Knead with your hands until mixed well. Snip the end of the bag to create a small opening to pipe the frosting onto the brownies.

Add a dab of frosting to the eyes and attach to the brownies and do the same with the red sixlets to create a nose.

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For the antlers, you can cut or break pretzels, or leave them whole and press them into the side of the brownie. I didn’t use any frosting because the brownies were chewy enough to keep the antlers in place.

Let frosting set and serve!
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One 9×13 brownie pan will make 18-24 reindeer brownies. It really depends on the size of your heart cutter. My cutter is about 2.5″ square.

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Chewy Chocolate Brownies

Posted on December 17, 2014 by Krissyar
  • 1 2/3 cups granulated sugar
  • 3/4 cup (1 1/2 sticks) butter or margarine, melted
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 1/3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 cup NESTLE Toll House Baking Cocoa
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 cup chopped nuts (optional)
  • Powdered sugar
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PREHEAT oven to 350º F. Grease 13 x 9-inch baking pan.

COMBINE granulated sugar, butter and water in large bowl. Stir in eggs and vanilla extract. Combine flour, cocoa, baking powder and salt in medium bowl; stir into sugar mixture. Stir in nuts. Spread into prepared baking pan.

BAKE for 18 to 25 minutes or until wooden pick inserted in center comes out slightly sticky. Cool completely in pan on wire rack. Sprinkle with powdered sugar. Cut into bars.

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Best Buy: Your Holiday Headquarters for Memory Making

Posted on December 17, 2014 by Krissyar

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There is no more perfect a gift than the gift of memories – pictures from the holidays, special events, moments you didn’t realize until later that were special. Pictures speak a thousand words, and even more if you were a part of them. I look back at even just a few years ago and am so thankful that we invested in a high-quality camera to capture these moments.
If you don’t have a great camera of your own – or you have a family member who needs a great Christmas gift- check out all these great deals on some high-quality cameras at Best Buy!
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Best Buy is the ultimate destination for the latest cameras and camcorders to capture your high-stakes memories. These three cameras from Nikon, Sony and Samsung, all come equipped with built-in Wi-Fi so you can share amazing photos with ease. Upgrade your camera in time to capture precious holiday memories.

Nikon D5300 DSLR w/18-55mm VR Lens

·         A DSLR with built-in Wi-Fi so you can capture high quality photos and share them instantly

·         This Nikon D5300 DSLR camera comes with an AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR II lens that enables you to capture sharp photos and video footage. Optical image stabilization helps prevent blurring to ensure image clarity

·         Also available in red or gray

Sony α6000 Mirrorless Interchangeable Lens Camera

·         A compact system camera with the World’s Fastest Autofocus

·         This Sony Alpha A6000 features a 24.3-megapixel, Exmor APS-C CMOS sensor that makes it easy to shoot scenes in stunning clarity. Built-in Wi-Fi lets you share stored content across devices.

·         Also available in White or silver

Samsung Galaxy Camera 2

·         A digital camera that allows you to shoot, share, and use Android Apps

·         This Samsung Galaxy 2 digital camera’s 16.3-megapixel, 1/2.3″ BSI CMOS sensor allows you to capture sharp images and high-definition video footage. The 4.8″ touch screen simplifies operation, and built-in Wi-Fi makes sharing stored files easy.

Visit the Best Buy Holiday Gift Center to see more great cameras, whether you’re giving as a gift or upgrading for yourself.

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Never miss a moment. #CamerasatBestBuy

 

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Easy Peppermint Oreo Bark

Posted on December 15, 2014 by Krissyar

I wanted to share with you another easy recipe that even I can do.  This Peppermint Oreo Bark is a easy holiday treat, and especially great to make for gifts. Throw them in a cute Christmas tin or mason jar and viola! Great holiday gift – perfect for teachers, neighbors, the mailman or anyone else you want to show your appreciation to this Christmas.

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Supplies:
-White Chocolate (10 ounces)
-1 cup candy cane mini Oreos

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Process:
-Begin by putting your cup of Oreos in a bag and crushing them, you can use a rolling pin, or even a back of a spoon to break them up. It’s a prefect job for kids if you have them – my son loves helping!
-Next melt all of your chocolate in a microwave safe bowl, melt for 1 minute, stir, and then continue melting for 15 second intervals until completely melted
-Then, add your crushed Oreos to your white chocolate and stir

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-Pour your mixture into a wax paper lined dish and allow to harden

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-I suggest placing in the fridge for about 20 minutes, it’s usually hardened completely by then!

-Break into pieces and enjoy!

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