Creative food craft ideas
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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 ...
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 ...
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Here is an easy dessert that can be enjoyed by all this summer. Banana Fosters without the alcohol and the flames. Pavani at Cook’s Hideout got this recipe from The Food Network. Pavani provides her homemade caramel sauce, but you could also use store bought. A great surprise for the family during the weeknight for dessert. … Read More ...
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One of the other great fruit besides berries to enjoy in the summer is watermelon. A sweet way to get hydrated. This watermelon ice cream float by Jocelyn at Grandbaby Cakes will be a sweet and refreshing way to beat the summer heat. Enjoy this treat at your next party or barbecue.
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Having a Harry Potter themed party? These cookies will have to be present on the dessert table. I’ll have to try and watch the Harry Potter films again. I’m not a fan, but I do love a good butterscotch recipe. These would be great for movie watching or rereading the books.
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These plain looking cupcakes have a little surprise for your guests. I’ve seen many surprise cakes and bread and now a cupcake with a red and blue star inside. A great treat for your 4th of July guests. Trisha at Momdot shows how to create these surprises for your holiday celebration. Think of all the possibilities for … Read More ...
The Perfect combination of cake and cheesecake with a patriotic flare. Now I don’t have to worry about stares from people when I have a plate of cake and a plate of cheesecake. Sometimes you just want both and luckily I’m not the only one. I’m seeing more and more people combining the two. Jessica from Recipe Girl is one … Read More ...
Strawberry shortcake is one of my favorite desserts after going strawberry picking. Nothing like fresh strawberries with a little sugar to create that natural syrup, topped on biscuits and fresh whip cream. Heaven on a plate. Cathy at Lemon Tree Dwelling has created strawberry shortcake cake pops that are perfect for a birthday party, picnic, barbecue, shower, or potluck.
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Need a dessert for a potluck or barbecue, but can’t decide between cookies or baking a pie? You can make both. Marsha at Marsha’s Baking Addiction has your solution. These mini stuffed cookie pies would be perfect at a picnic, potluck, barbecue, or to send to your kids at camp. These would also be great in care packages for college … Read More ...
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Seems like the Teddy Graham Cracker bears have the life. They are always lounging on beach cupcakes or cookies and now they get to swim and float in the pool. These cute pool party cookies were created by Meaghan at The Decorated Cookie. These would be cute at a pool party, beach themed party or … Read More ...
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This treat for two or one, if you want to indulge and not share, is a great dessert for your summer berries. Blackberries are used here, but I’m sure you could substitute with blueberries or raspberries. Even better it only takes 7 minutes, which is also good for those surprise visitors for dinner.
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Scrumptious cupcakes to serve at a tea party, baby shower, or bridal shower. Sonali from Sugar et al shares how to make the cupcakes and orange Swiss meringue buttercream. What a wonderful dessert to enjoy in the backyard or on the front porch in the afternoon with a good book and a cup of tea.… Read More ...
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Summer and strawberries go hand in hand! I love fresh strawberries and I’m excited to try this frosting created with fresh strawberries. Mary from Barefeet in the Kitchen created this frosting and I like her idea of eating it with graham crackers too. Brings back memories of eating leftover frosting sandwiched between graham crackers.… Read More ...
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The pineapple, a symbol of welcome and hospitality. A great way to welcome new neighbors into the neighborhood would be to give them a plate of pineapple sugar cookies. These would also work well for a beach themed party or anyone that shares the love of pineapples like Truc at Treats.
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General Mills has done a great job with removing dyes, artificial flavors, and providing more gluten-free options to the consumers. One of those cereals is Lucky Charms and Guistina from Domestically Blissful has created a ice cream pop covered in them. What a sweet treat to cool off with in the summer.
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