4th of July Strawberries

July 3, 2012

These would make a great addition to any 4th of July party. And we can pretend they are healthy because it’s fruit right? To make them all you need is:

  • Strawberries, washed and dried
  • White chocolate
  • Blue sugar, edible glitter, or sprinkles

Find out more at The Sister’s Cafe!


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Patriotic Poke Cake

July 2, 2012

Still searching for a last minute dessert to make for the 4th of July? Here’s a Patriotic Poke Cake recipe that’s simple, looks good, and uses ingredients in your pantry!

For the cake:

  • 1 box (18 oz.) white cake mix (also eggs, oil and water
  • called for on the box)
  • 2 cups boiling water
  • 2 pkg. (3 oz. each) red jello (any flavor)

For the frosting:

  • 1/2 cup butter, softened
  • 2 tsp. vanilla extract
  • 3-3/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 3-4 tbsp. milk
  • blue food coloring, (I prefer the 1 oz. bottle made by Wilton)
  • Patriotic colored sprinkles

Head over to Love Bakes Good Cakes for the recipe!


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Red, White, & Blue Ice Pops

July 1, 2012

Here’s a recipe for a cool treat to make for this 4th of July holiday. Plan ahead so you have these on hand! To make them you need:

  • 1 cup cranberry juice
  • 1 cup lemonade
  • 1 cup blue sports drink, such as Gatorade

Head over to My Recipes for the instructions!


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4th of July Breakfast

June 30, 2012

Looking for a patriotic breakfast for your 4th of July morning? Here’s a cute and healthy idea! You need:

  • Cream Cheese
  • Toasted Bread
  • Bananas
  • Blueberries
  • Strawberry Jam

Head over to Be Different Act Normal for the instructions!


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Patriotic Marshmallow Pops

June 29, 2012

Want to throw together a red, white, and blue treat? These are so simple!

  • Marshmallows
  • Lollipop Sticks
  • White Almond Bark
  • Red & Blue Sprinkles
  • A box, flowerpot or other fun container
  • Styrofoam (to hold the sticks)
  • 1-2 bags of Red Hots (for sprinkling over the styrofoam)
  • Ribbon or a Bandana (optional for decoration)

Head over to Living Locurto for the instructions and the free printable label!

 


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4th of July Cake

June 28, 2012
Are you looking to make a special dessert for this upcoming 4th of July! This cake is really pretty and unique!
  • 16 oz cream cheese
  • 10 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
  • 4 tsp vanilla extract
  • 4 cups powdered sugar, sifted
  • White Cake Mix + ingredients
  • Blue and Red Dyes

Head over to 17 and Baking for the instructions!


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Strawberry Blueberry Mini Cheesecake Trifle

June 19, 2012

Looking for a special dessert for your 4th of July picnic or party? This recipe looks really neat and something a little out of the ordinary. The fruit and yogurt would be a nice refreshing treat if the day turns out to be a warm one!

Graham Cracker Crumble

  • 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs (about 10 full sized crackers)
  • 1/3 cup butter, melted
  • 1 Tablespoon sugar

Fluffy Cheesecake

  • 1- 8oz block cream cheese
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons milk (any fat content)
  • 2 cups cool whip, or freshly whipped cream

Fresh berries (strawberries and blueberries shown)

Head over to Glorious Treats for the full recipe!


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Chocolate Covered Peeps

March 30, 2012

You don’t have to buy the fancy chocolate covered Peeps this year. You can make your own! To make these you need:

  • Peeps
  • Chocolate Chips or Candy Melts
  • Sprinkles

Head over to Your Homebased Mom to find out how to put these together!


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Bunny Smores in a Jar

March 28, 2012

Here’s a unique Easter gift idea. These Bunny Smores in a jar make Smores Bars! Here’s what you need to put them together:

  • Graham crackers
  •  Marshmallow bunny peeps
  • Easter M&M’s
  • Jars

Head over to Creative Holiday Gift Ideas to see how to put these together and what instructions to attach to the jar!


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Hot Chocolate Truffles

December 9, 2011

Instead of making the regular homemade hot chocolate mix this year to give as gifts, why not try these Hot Chocolate Truffles? They take just 4 ingredients and I bet you could come up with some very cute packaging ideas for them. You need:

  • 2 cups Semi Sweet Chocolate Chips
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream
  • Pinch Salt
  • Pinch Instant Coffee
Head over to Sweet Baby Mason to get the whole recipes!

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Pumpkin Pie in a Jar

November 18, 2011

Just looking at this picture makes me drool! Here’s a fun idea to make individual pumpkin pies this year! You will need:

  • 1/3 c. brown sugar
  • 1/3 c. white sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/2 c. cream
  • 1 c. pumpkin
  • 1/4 t. nutmeg
  • 1/2 t. cinnamon
  • pinch of salt
  • pie crust
Head over here for the rest of the recipe, Little House Living: Pumpkin Pie in a Jar.

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Weight Watchers Friendly Carrot Cake Recipe: Just 4 Points Per Slice!

November 16, 2011

Oh – I love carrot cake and if you are looking for a lower calorie and fat version of a holiday classic – this is your recipe!

You will need:

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 2 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup raisins
  • 1/2 cup egg substitute
  • 2 egg whites
  • 2 1/2 cups shredded carrots
  • 1/2 cup applesauce
  • 1/3 cup canola oil
  • 12 oz fat free cream cheese
  • 3 tbsp hot water
  • 1 7 oz jar of marshmallow creme
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

See the complete instructions to make your 4 Point Carrot Cake!


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