‘Tis the season… for Pop Rocks. The fireworks-in-your-mouth candy hits shelves in bulk before the 4th of July here in the United States. Here is a roundup of 14 desserts that include Pop Rocks, HERE at Relish. Shown are my pop rocks cookie pops.… Read More ...
Sundaes and Popcorn Cupcakes
Sundaes and popcorn. Perfect party food. Sundae cupcakes and popcorn cupcakes. Even perfecter party food. Find the how-tos to decorate cupcakes as sundaes and popcorn HERE at Make me my Cake.
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Red, White and Blue Star Fudge
It doesn’t get more patriotic than this: Red, white, blue and stars. So sweet. Find the recipe to make red, white and blue star fudge HERE at Hungry Happenings.
Looking for the best fudge recipes Check out our World’s best fudge Recipes board on Pinterest and our roundup of boozy fudge recipes here. Still, want more fudge? Check out … Read More ...
5 Healthy, Homemade, Non-Ice Cream Ice Creams
Ice cream is on my desert island foods list. I could eat ice cream every day, and there were times in my life I did. For nine months, I ate ice cream every day. For those with a similar addiction looking for some healthy, homemade alternatives, here are some “ice cream” recipes from around the web made with other, better … Read More ...
DIY Photo Lollipops
Wow. Want to look like a super cool and crazy impressive candy maker? Make these photo lollipops. All by yourself. I’m pinning these to my “Must try” board, for sure. Find the instructions to make your own photo lollipops HERE at Photojojo.… Read More ...
DIY Animal Corn on the Cob Holders
I think Mikeasaurus may be my new hero. Find the awesomest tutorial ever for making your own corn cob holders (and animal ones, no less) HERE at Instructables.… Read More ...
6 Treats for the 4th of July Made from Store-Bought Candy
I don’t know about you, but my summer is anything but lazy. In fact, it means having kids around ALL the time while trying to work, keep house, and sleep. There is little leisure time for me until Fall. So I appreciate, as always, shortcuts. Here are 6 ideas for making cute treats for the 4th of July using store-bought … Read More ...
Red, White and Blue Polka Dot Milkshakes
Seriously, a cold milkshake, red n’ blue and marshmallow polka dots? Is there anything more perfect for the 4th of July? You’re welcome. (I made these.) Actually, the marshmallow polka dots were a bit of a hassle, as a couple popped off the side of the glass. So I’ll scratch the word “perfect.” But I love these. Find them HERE… Read More ...
Summer Fruit Wands
Summer and fruit, a magical combination. And sticks make eating the drippy, messy stuff so much better. Make summer fruit wands HERE at Say Yes to Hoboken.… Read More ...
Candy Pinwheel Cupcake Toppers
Heck, I’d even say the cupcakes are optional (though always welcome). I love these Airheads-turned-pinwheels for a bit o’ cupcake decor or 4th of July party treat. Find the step-by-step how-tos to make them HERE at Studio DIY.… Read More ...
8 Easy DIY Lollipops (No Thermometer Required)
Candy-making is a tricky thing. It involves a thermometer, which suggests precision is necessary. Not “suggests,” precision IS necessary. I’m not precise. So I very much appreciate shortcut candymaking. All of these lollipops need no thermometer to make, leave no impossible-to-clean-sticky mess on pans, and they are easy even to do with the kids.
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Drinks for the 4th of July
I’m not a master mixologist. I can mix two things, like a gin and tonic. Or a mimosa. And I may or may not have made some cosmopolitans in the past, so that added an ingredient or two. But I leave the drink crafting to the experts. Usually. I tried my hand at a couple for the 4th of July, … Read More ...
Nutella Pretzel “Strawberries”
Words can’t express how much I adore these. You have the cute strawberry thing, the Nutella thing, the chocolate thing and the pretzel thing. Genius in a basket, in my view. Find the recipe for Nutella Prezel “Strawberries” HERE at Wine and Glue. And if you need more pretzel and chocolate inspiration, be sure to check out my roundup … Read More ...
Fruit and Gummy Bear Ice Cubes
Speaking of ice cube trays… here’s one more super cool way to use an ice cube tray. Only this one actually does involve ice. But also gummy bears and other fun things. Make fruit and gummy bear ice cubes HERE at Funkytime.… Read More ...
DIY Gold Ice Cream Cones
I think it’s important to feel like a superstar every day. And so, I think it’s important that every time you eat ice cream the cone is gilded. Seriously, we all need gold cones because we are all just that awesome. Make gilded ice cream cones HERE at Confetti Pop.… Read More ...