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My name is Jennifer Retzlaff and I became a lifelong Disney fan during my first trip to Walt Disney World in 6th grade. From that moment, Disney became a big part of my life. I live in Iowa with my husband and two kids who are growing up too quickly for my liking. I started introducing my love for Disney early to my family with a Disney honeymoon and then trips when our youngest of 18 months. Since then, our family has been to Walt Disney World over five times and we continue to plan and dream for the next trip. I love the magic that Disney brings to people through the theme parks, cruises, adventures and movies they create. As a teacher, I try to bring that magic into my classroom to help kids believe that “If You Can Dream It, You Can Do It.” I recently reached a dream of mine as I joined Magic Vacation Planner as a personal travel advisor. With this team, I can now help others plan magical vacations. As a passionate writer, I also have my own blog at magicalvacationsbyjen which is also where you can follow me on instagram for trip reviews along with tips and tricks for your next magical vacation.

Animal Kingdom’s Pumpkin Cookie Ice Cream Sandwich is a Sweet Treat You Can Have at Home

Disney Parks Blog recently released recipes of delicious cookies from around the Disney theme parks. The Animal Kingdom Pumpkin Cookie Ice Cream Sandwich caught our eyes when we saw the list of cookies. Ice cream between two cookies- sign us up! [google_ad] INGREDIENTS Pumpkin Cookies1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour1 tsp ground cinnamon1/4 tsp ground ginger1/4 tsp ground cloves1/8 tsp ground ...

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New runDisney Merchandise Released!

Many races have gone virtual this year and runDisney events aren’t any different. Both the Disney Marathon and Princess Half Marathon weekend have gone virtual for the start of 2021, but this doesn’t mean runners will miss out on merchandise. Disney Parks Blog released that all-new runDisney merchandise will be coming soon to shopDisney.com! [google_ad] This magical collection, coming soon ...

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Add Ch-ear to Baking with Mickey’s Santa Hat Cookie Puzzle

It is a puzzle and a cookie all in one! This Mickey Santa Hat Cookie combines baking and puzzle making into one. Disney Family has this adorable recipe and we can’t wait to try it out at home. [google_ad]  Ingredients Half batch of chilled sugar cookie dough (homemade or store bought)Rolling pinFlourWax paperKitchen knifeBaking sheetSpatulaCooling rackSmall bowlDecorating cookie icing, red ...

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Newest Minnie Mouse Ears are on shopDisney

We love that Disney is constantly releasing new Minnie ears that we can add to our collection. Just last week, they released on shopDisney two new ears that we are excited to have these available right now shopDisney.  [google_ad] Credit: shopDisney The first new ear is Minnie Mouse Ear Headband with Sequined Bow – Cornflower Blue shopDisney says, “Like Minnie ...

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Simple Shortbread Cookie From Disneyland is Simply Sweet

We are always looking for a good, sweet cookie and when Disney Parks Blog posted this one from Disneyland we thought it was perfect. A nice shortbread cookie with frosting that is shaped like Mickey seems like a perfect treat. [google_ad] INGREDIENTS SHORTBREAD COOKIE2 cups butter, softened2 1/2 cups powdered sugar2 egg whites1 teaspoon vanillaZest of one orange5 cups all-purpose ...

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Belle’s Enchanted Christmas Tree is a Excellent Cookie for the Holiday

Disney Food Blog released a variety of holiday cookies from Disney theme parks around the world and this enchanted Christmas tree using almond macarons and cranberry-orange filling is one of these recipes. We can’t wait to try it out this holiday season to bring some magic to our house. [google_ad] INGREDIENTS CRANBERRY SWISS BUTTERCREAM1 1/4 cups unsalted butter, softened1/8 teaspoon ...

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Get Festive with Adorable ‘Nutcracker’ Cookies

For many people Nutcrackers and the Nutcracker production are part of the their holiday traditions. Disney Family has the perfect way add to this tradition with adorable cookies that look like the famous ‘Nutcracker’. [google_ad] PINSHAREPRINT Ingredients GINGERBREAD COOKIES:3 cups flour1/2 tsp salt1/4 tsp allspice1/4 tsp ground cloves1/4 tsp ground ginger1/4 tsp ground nutmeg1/4 tsp ground cinnamon6 tbsp unsalted butter, ...

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Adorable Baby Sets are Perfect Gifts

If you have a new little one in your family, these adorable baby gift sets are the perfect gift. shopDisney has two new sets feature our favorite friends from the Hundred Acre Woods. [google_ad] The first set is Winnie the Pooh Gift Set for Baby. Pooh is ready for a day of play in the Hundred Acre Wood, and this ...

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Celebrate National Cookie Day with #DisneyMagicMoments and Their Favorite Recipes

Happy National Cookie Day! That’s right December 4th is national cookie day and we couldn’t be more excited to celebrate this day with Disney’s #DisneyMagicMoments as they released amazing cookie recipes. Take a look at some of these amazing cookies and then get to baking. [google_ad] Credit: Disney Parks Blog Mickey Chocolate Chip Cookies from Disneyland Paris – Our Disneyland Paris pastry chefs have created ...

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Bring Classic Disney to Your Home with these “it’s a small world” Cookies

“it’s a small world” is a classic Disney attraction and we love how in Disneyland this attraction gets a holiday overlay each year. Even though we won’t be able to enjoy the holiday overlay this year, Disney Family has a great cookie recipe that will bring the fun to your home. [google_ad] Ingredients COOKIES:3/4 Cup unsalted butter, softened1 Cup white ...

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