With breakfast popsicles and overnight oats, there really isn’t a reason to skip breakfast anymore. These items are great for rush mornings and especially getting ready for school. There is always the smoothie option and this one is great because you can make it ahead and just defrost it overnight. Bailey from Simply Sissom shares this recipe that can … Read More ...
Strawberry Tiramisu
If you read my articles, you know that I’m not a coffee drinker and tiramisu is not a dessert for me. Variations on Tiramisu without coffee, is a different story. I’m definitely going to give this strawberry tiramisu from Clouds for Buttercream a try. Amaretto sounds so much better than coffee!
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Pineapple Green Tea Breakfast Smoothie
As someone that doesn’t like a heavy breakfast in the summer, smoothies are the perfect go to breakfast. I also like the fact that I can take it with me on the road. I’m not a coffee drinker and this smoothie from Haley at Brewing Happiness has green tea. The right amount of caffeine to wake me up and get … Read More ...
Easy Blue Margaritas for Summer Parties
Some cocktails practically decorate the table for you, and these blue margaritas are a lovely example. That bright blue colour, a glass full of ice and a fresh lime wedge make an ordinary backyard catch-up feel a little more festive.
I love a drink idea that gives you a clear starting point for entertaining. You don’t need matching tropical decorations, … Read More ...
Frozen White Chocolate Strawberry Yogurt Bark
Here is a dessert you can make using popsicles, greek yogurt, white chocolate, and fresh strawberries. The perfect dessert for those hot and humid days. A great treat to make with the kids and enjoy after a day at the park, beach, or hiking. A healthy treat that is gluten-free and free of high fructose corn syrup.
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“Finding Dory” Fruit Punch
Still trying to find time to make to the theaters to see “Finding Dory”! If you have seen it, you may want to make some of this “Finding Dory” fruit punch for the family to enjoy this summer. Lisa from Mom on the Side shares how to create this fun fruit punch.
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Tequila Sunrise Cupcakes
Do you love sweet tropical drinks? If you are a fan of Tequila Sunrise as a cocktail, then you are going to enjoy it as a cupcake. Lindsay Conchar is a new contributor at The Cake Blog and she shares how to create these sweet treats. A great dessert to enjoy with the girls at a bridal shower.
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Summer Long Sangria Recipe
Sangria lovers, here is a recipe that creates a base for you to enjoy Sangrias all summer. All you have to do is add wine. Sarah from The Homemade Haus shares her family recipe for the base mix which yields enough for 18 – 24 (750 ML sized) bottles of wine. Hello summer! Keep it for yourself and your parties … Read More ...
Strawberry Mojito Sorbet
Here is a refreshing summer treat for the whole family. Of course, you could add alcohol to this sorbet for the adults. A cold way to enjoy those fresh picked strawberries and mint. Melissa from Clean-Eating shares this recipe that is made with club soda instead of rum. Yum!
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Almond Strawberry Overnight Oats
photo credit: Julie’s Eats & Treats
I’m not much of a morning person, so brunches are more my thing. That doesn’t work well during the weekdays, but these overnight oats makes it a little easier. Being able to grab breakfast and go works well for me and overnight oats in mason jars
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Summertime Punch
Berries and watermelon are my two favorite fruit items to eat during the summer months. Sometimes, we get more watermelon than we handle and I feel awful having to waste it. Luckily, Velvet and Hail created this summertime punch with watermelon to use up and a few other ingredients. Of course, I may have to invest in a juicer or … Read More ...
4th of July Rice Krispie Treat Shot Glasses
photo credit: The Watering Mouth
Create these fun shot glasses for your drinks or the kids glasses of milk this 4th of July holiday evening. You and the kids can create these shot glasses together and they can use them too. Cheri at The Watering Mouth shares how to create these glasses in written and video form.
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Ice Cream Shrub Soda
To booze or not to booze, that is your decision. Here is a sweet drink to celebrate the 4th of July with. As always with the holidays, be responsible. More so this holiday where there are also explosives involved. Don’t drink and drive or play with fireworks. Nee at Kitchen Riffs will explain the details on what a shrub is … Read More ...
Arnold Palmer Cupcakes
photo credit: A Nerd Cooks
My two favorite drinks in the summer are ice tea and lemonade. I also like to combine the two, which to some is known as half and half and also Arnold Palmer. Now I can enjoy those two flavors in a cupcake form. Lauren from A Nerd Cooks shares how to create this delightful cupcake. … Read More ...
Starbucks Vanilla Bean Frappuccino Recipe
photo credit: Baking Beauty
Call me cheap, but it amazes me how much people spend on their coffee or favorite cold beverage at the coffee shop. Don’t get me wrong, I have my own demons at the craft store! Thank goodness for sales and coupons! If you are a Starbucks frappuccino fan, then this is your recipe and you can … Read More ...