Creative food craft ideas
Here is a sweet treat that you could use to decorate your 4th of July dessert tables with. Your guests can enjoy them for dessert or you can wrap them up and give them away as parting gifts. Either way, it is one easy dessert that you and the kids could make for this patriotic holiday.
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I am sure the Queen would be very proud of these easy to make Eccles cakes. Not only are they easy to make, they taste great too! I actually made a double batch and popped them in the freezer (uncooked) ready to go when guests pop over.
You will need a ready made puff pastry sheet for this recipe.
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A while ago we showed you how to make a cute half watermelon cake by Cute Simple Stuff. Here is the link to the watermelon cake article:
But what did she make with the other half? This cute rainbow cake decorated with Whipped cream. Cute Simple Stuff has a video to show you how to decorate this cake. Half cakes…great … Read More ...
Here is another cute idea to add some fun to that plain cup of milk. Add some sprinkles dipped in a chocolate rim around the cup. Jennifer at Jennifer Cooks created this fun idea for her son’s birthday party sleepover. I bet the kids really enjoyed waking up to these sprinkled dipped cups. I’m keeping this idea for the holidays.… Read More ...
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Besides pasta salads, the classic potato salad is a signature side dish for potlucks, barbecues, and picnics. Here is a new twist on the potato salad for your summer outings. This colorful potato salad with all the fixings of a Mexican dish will become your new favorite this summer. Deborah from The Harvest Kitchen shows … Read More ...
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Pancakes! One of the best breakfast items on a lazy weekend morning. Unless, you are the one making the pancakes. Tracey at The Kitchen is My Playground has created a fluffy buttermilk pancake in the oven. Now everyone can sit and enjoy their pancakes all at the same time. If you have picky … Read More ...
Here is an ice cream that won’t melt as quickly during the summer heat. How cute are these cake pops that look like ice cream cone. A cute dessert to serve at your next summer party. The site is in German, but you could translate it. I translated through Google. The recipe is for chocolate cake, but I’m sure you … Read More ...
Summertime means lots of pasta salad on those hot days, side dishes at a barbecue, days at the beach, or a picnic lunch. This one by Shannon at the Fit SlowCooker Queen is gluten-free and vegetarian, but you could use whatever pasta you like and even add meat. This would be great for meatless Monday, if you are trying to … Read More ...
Cookie Monster will always be my favorite Sesame Street character. I think I love cookies as much as he does and of course both our names start with C. These cute cookie monster cupcakes would be a hit at a Sesame Street themed party or a monster party.
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Time seems to be fleeing me, I can’t believe next weekend will be a holiday weekend! These cute patriotic cupcakes will be perfect for your 4th of July celebration. Michelle at A Latte Food uses only one cake batter for these cupcakes. I could also see this for a superhero party. I seem to say that a lot when it … Read More ...
I love this idea for a little kids party, but it also goes well for desserts at a barbecue or any special event. Bite sized desserts that can be eaten quickly or a small taste after eating more than you should have. Beth at Hungry Happenings show you how to create these cute desserts for your next party. You could … Read More ...
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Summertime means time for outdoor fun day or night. S’mores by the fire in the backyard or at camp go hand in hand. Sometimes though, Mother Nature decides to rain on the fun. Camping under blanket forts and piles of pillows can be just as fun and this s’mores treat will make up for the rain.… Read More ...
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When it is too hot, I don’t have much of an appetite. I tend to eat a lot more salads in the summertime. Plus, with all those wonderful fresh vegetables from the garden, who wouldn’t want to live on salads. This beautiful salad combines fruit and veggies for a refreshing salad at your next event … Read More ...
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After a week long road trip, it is time to start eating healthy and exercising on a regular basis again. This egg white omelette will give me the protein and energy I need for those large loads of laundry after the road trip. It will also give me the energy to hit the track later.
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I know most of you home bakers turn your nose up to boxed cake mixes
, but there are some of us that enjoy the easy availability of just adding a few ingredients to create dessert. You could always make your own cookie mix, because the frosting is the star of this cookie. Although Mary from Chattavore states these cookies … Read More ...