![]() I only recommend products that I love or would purchase for myself. See my full disclosure here. If you purchase something through any link, I may receive a small commission, at no extra charge to you. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. This post contains Amazon and other affiliate links for your convenience. Don't forget to sign up for updates to keep in touch.Sword in the Stone Dinner and Movie Night.Hunchback of Notre Dame Dinner and Movie Night.Pirates of the Caribbean Dinner and Movie Night.The Little Mermaid Dinner and Movie Night.So without further ado, let’s start ( dinner and) the show! If you love Disney as much as my family does and you love a theme party, you’ll enjoy checking out these cute Disney movie night ideas even if you don’t have small children. She gives herself a $15 a week decor budget, and many times this is for two Disney nights! (See how she does it and tips for putting together your own themed movie nights at the bottom of this post.) So it is possible for all of us to add a little fun to what would otherwise be an unremarkable dinner and night in front of the TV. With two small kids and a full-time job, her ideas have to be easy and inexpensive, or these special times would never happen. That’s why I’m so enchanted with the Disney dinner and movie theme nights my niece has been creating for her two boys. Is it because these family-friendly movies always have a happy ending? ( We’ll just gloss over why the mom is usually a goner.) Once they’re cut, let the pastries proof for 20 minutes before covering with egg wash and adding a sliced almond to each toe.If there’s something that takes us all to a happy place no matter our age, it’s the wonderful world of Disney. If you want to make cub claws, cut the 5-inch pieces in half and then make two slits. Then, just cut each strip into 5-inch pieces and make 3 slits to create the bear toes. To make the claw shape, roll the strips lengthwise and flatten gently with a rolling pin. Once the dough is ready to be shaped, simply cut into four strips and spread the filling down the center. I recommend using an electric beater as the almond paste is a bit hard to beat by hand and you want a nice smooth filling to spread out. ![]() To make the filling, combine the almond paste, cinnamon, sugar, and egg and beat until smooth. Traditionally, bear claws are filled with almond paste but I like mine with a touch of cinnamon. If you don’t have a food processor, you can also use two knifes and physically cut the butter in the flour until it’s in tiny pieces or you can use a pastry cutter. I don’t usually use a food processor to do this, but it did go a lot faster. To make the dough, I used a food processor to cut the butter into the flour. While it is possible to make them in one day, breaking up meant there was less waiting around for the dough to chill and proof. ![]() The first day, I made the dough and then refrigerated it overnight so on the second day, I only had shape and bake them. The flaky pastry, almond filling with a touch of cinnamon, and sweet icing make them perfect for breakfast, afternoon snack, or dessert. ![]() And so, to celebrate Queen Elinor (both in human and bear form) and all of the strong, supportive, loving, and protective moms, I’m excited to share these delicious bear claws!īear claws have been one of my family’s favorite pastries for as along as I can remember. Thinking about Merida and Elinor’s relationship reminded me how grateful I am for my mom and how strong, supportive, and loving she is, even when we may disagree on something. While it does take a turn for the dramatic when Elinor becomes a bear, I think the overarching theme is very relatable, whether it’s a child struggling to be understood by their parent or a parent struggling to connect to their child. It was refreshing to see a “princess” movie that veered away from a romantic plot and instead showed a story about the connection between a mother and daughter. I also loved the focus on Merida’s relationship with her mom Queen Elinor. I first saw Brave at a point in my life where I was creating a life for myself in college but also relying on my parents and so Merida’s struggles to be strong and independent while still respecting her familial responsibilities really resonated with me. Mother’s Day is just around the corner! To celebrate, I’m excited to share these delicious bear claws inspired by the movie Brave.
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