Creative food craft ideas
Do you like frappacinos? Do you like Black Russians? Then you are going to like this frappaccino to cool off with this summer. May not be the drink of choice during your afternoon break, but you can enjoy when you get home. Jennifer Tammy at Sugar, Spice, and Glitter shares this recipe on Amanda’s Cookin’.
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I’m not a big fondant fan, but it seems to be the choice when you want a smooth finish on your cakes for decorating. Apparently, you can roll out buttercream for the same smooth finish. I may be in heaven now. Jenna B at Cake Central shares how to make buttercream icing that can be rolled for your cake decorating.… Read More ...
One pet peeve I have are that the peaches and plums are usually rock hard at the grocery stores. They never seem to ripen correctly when I get them home. That won’t stop me from trying these hand pies! I have to admit to drooling a little at the picture. Even better they are portable, so easier to eat on … Read More ...
The perfect dessert for the summer. Grill those fresh fruits along side the veggies for a dessert with your meal. Or if you are like me, this would be your meal because it is too hot to eat. Wish I had that problem in the winter time. Amanda at The Chunky Chef shares this recipe using Naan bread and ricotta … Read More ...
“When life gives you lemons, make lemonade” or lemonade cupcakes! Love the refreshing taste of an ice cold, fresh squeezed lemonade. I also love all baked goods with lemon too. So these lemonade cupcakes spoke to me, when I saw them. Even better there are three different flavors of cupcakes created by Amber and Danetta of Fun Squared. They share … Read More ...
Nothing like the taste of fresh corn on the cob! If however, you need some other ways to use the corn, you could try this pasta dish by Phoebe at Feed me Phoebe. This is a gluten free dish that is sweet and spicy. The perfect light dish to enjoy during the summer.
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Cake for breakfast? Why not! It is summertime and time to let some rules be broken. I’m okay with cake for breakfast during birthdays and holidays and even in the summer months. Of course it helps, it is the only time we have baked goods in the house. This s’mores cake is perfect for the summer months. When I think … Read More ...
Here is the last of the Christmas in July recipes. I figured you would be okay with one more since it is a cocktail. Of course, you need to have a cocktail during the holidays. How about this new one by Sarah at In the Know Mom.
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Forget the small flowers on the cake. Surprise them with this beautiful giant chocolate flower on top of that special occasion cake. Erin Gardner of Erin Bakes shares this recipe on The Cake Blog. Erin takes you step by step on how to create this giant flower for your next cake. What a great surprise for the birthday girl or … Read More ...
It is a bittersweet time of year, you don’t want the summer to end, but kind of excited to get back to a routine when school starts back up again. Take away some of the blues with these back to school chalkboard pops. Courtney at Pizzazzarie shares how to make these pops using candy melts for both the pop and … Read More ...
Although you could get away with this anytime of year, this is another post for my Christmas in July items. These cute strawberry mice will steal your hearts and possibly your cheese. Although, they can keep the swiss cheese. This cute idea is from Grace at Eats Amazing. I wonder if Santa would be okay with this treat instead of … Read More ...
When you fire up the grill this summer, save some space for these almond butter tofu skewers that your vegan and vegetarian friends will enjoy. As I get older, I tolerate tofu much more than I did as a kid. Oh how my Mother would complain. Tofu really isn’t bad if you let it soak up flavors. Thomas from Full … Read More ...
Here is a great snack to make with the kids this summer or to surprise them with after the first day of school. Can’t believe it is almost back to school season, but like with Christmas items in the craft store the school supplies are taking up the shelves at the regular stores. This snack from Joanie Simon is very … Read More ...
Although fresh watermelon is better, these cute watermelon fudge would also be a nice addition to your next barbecue. Vanilla fudge that looks like a slice of watermelon. Super cute idea created by Ashton at Something Swanky. A must make for one of your summer desserts,especially when it is too hot to bake.
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Since it is July 25th, I decided to do some Christmas recipes along with my other recipes. If you don’t craft, you wouldn’t understand the need to start making items for the Christmas holiday in July. Many start now to be ready for the craft fairs during the holiday season or just to get a start on their holiday gifts. … Read More ...