photo credit: Jeff Mindell
Call me a nerd, but I’m going to have my own Lisa Frank party and serve these cute and colorful cakes. How can you not be happy, with all the vibrant colors and cute characters by Lisa Frank and then add on a childhood favorite snack. A great dessert for the kids and adults at your … Read More ...
DIY Altoids
photo credit: One Broads Journey
I love the spearmint Altoids, but I could go broke buying them. Now thanks to Diana at One Broads Journey, I can make my own and flavor them to my taste buds. I can’t handle the regular ones. These are great to have on hand at parties or for your teens to make and give … Read More ...
Layers of Chocolate Cookie Dough Ice cream Bars
photo credit: This Grandma is Fun
Looking for a tasty summer treat that will delight all your guests? This yummy ice cream bar with layers of cookie dough will have everyone screaming for “ice cream”. This dessert is perfect for a big barbecue or potluck. It serves 16, so make sure to save it for a large gathering.
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Piped Cherry Blossom Branch Cookies
These beautiful cookies, will be the star at your next gathering. Although cherry blossoms are more well known for spring, it would make a wonderful dessert for an oriental inspired gathering. Make these for a bridal shower, baby shower or a tea party.
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Campfire Cupcake
photo credit: Willowday
I’ve always wanted to go to Sweden and now I would like to go during their holiday called Valborg. How wonderful to see family and friends gathering around a bonfire in several neighborhoods to celebrate. I love this cupcake for camping and hanging out at the fire pit in our back yard. If you are having a … Read More ...
Recipe For Blue Velvet Cake
photo credit: Not Quite Nigella
Indulge in the captivating allure of this dark and mysterious cake that is bound to leave your guests utterly enchanted. Its enigmatic charm will have them swooning in delight, while the tantalizing flavors will leave them wondering how they’ve lived without it for so long. Whether you’re hosting a gathering inspired by a mystery movie … Read More ...
Copycat Starbucks Double Chocolate Frappuccino Cupcakes
photo credit: Sugar Spun Run
I’m not a coffee fan, but this cupcake, looks really delicious! If you and your friends love Starbucks frappuccinos, then you will need to surprise them with these cupcakes. Sam at Sugar Spun Run shows you how to make this chocolatey treat. Make these and then add a Starbucks gift card for your grads or … Read More ...
One Giant M&M Cookie
photo credit: Sweetest Menu
I’ll just have one cookie, please. This giant as big as your face cookie! Tell your kids they can only have one cookie and then surprise them with this giant cookie. There won’t be any complaints having to eat just one. A great birthday surprise for your teens to make their friends. Jess from Sweetest Menu … Read More ...
Firecracker Cake
Summer is so close! For us it is official summer during Memorial weekend! Time to hang up the sneakers and put on the sandals, get the plants planted, and of course the backyard ready for barbecues, outdoor movies and nights by the fire. This firecracker cake is the perfect dessert for your Memorial Day or 4th of July barbecue.
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Graduation Cupcakes
photo credit: Anna and Blue
If you are still looking for DIY graduation ideas, here is a cute cupcake to help celebrate the big day. Stephanie from Anna and Blue takes you step by step on how to create this Graduation cupcake.
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Red, White, and Blue Mini Whoopie Pies
photo credit: If You Give a Blonde a Kitchen
These adorable mini whoopie pies are full of patriotic spirit for your Memorial Day or 4th of July barbecue. If you aren’t big on theme colors for your parties, these will be the perfect splash of patriotic colors to add to your dessert tables. These would also be great for a … Read More ...
Mini Graduate Cookies
photo credit: Sweet Sugar Belle
Here are some cute mini cookies for graduation. Even better you don’t need a special cookie cutter to make them. Sweet Sugar Belle also shows how to make these cookies using fish cookie cutters. A plate of these cookies will be a smile to the graduate and guests.
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Icee Cupcakes
photo credit: Crazy for Crust
Nothing says summer like an Icee on hot summer day! What a treat that was growing up! These cupcakes will be perfect for your next summer party. Plus, they are mini size, which gives them the cute factor. Dorothy from Crazy for Crusts shows how to make that signature Icee look using Jell-O.
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Chocolate Chip Lava Cookies
photo credit: Center Cut Cook
I would be happy with a chocolate chip cookie or two, but I would be even more happy to have one with hot chocolate fudge oozing out of the middle. Ashley at Center Cut Cook shares how to create these cookies and tips to make sure you don’t have a hot mess.
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Sand Pudding Cups
photo credit: Food Fun Family
I’m ready to hit the beach, but the weather feels like winter is coming back. It is snowing in parts of Maine. These cute sand pudding cups are a great dessert to make with your kids and enjoy at dinner. These would be cute at a beach themed party or even at a pool party.… Read More ...