summer

Sea Salt Banana S’mores Milkshake

- Amanda

Happy National S’mores Day! Could there be a better holiday? Okay, there maybe others just as fabulous. But summer really is the perfect time to honor this timeless treasure isn’t it? While I can’t pinpoint my first s’more eating experience, I can rememer countless summer nights growing up that were spent by the campfire roasting marsmallows, and smushing it between some Hershey’s chocolate and graham cracker squares and biting into one of the best creations ever. The. Best. It’s definitely plays a big part in so many of my favorite family memories. We did a lot of camping.

And now as a mom, I’ve passed the love for this special treat on to my kids. They’re hooked to say the least. And though nothing can replace the standard and perfect way of eating the campfire classic, today I want to offer you a fun take on it with this Sea Salt Banana S’mores Milkshake.

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Watermelon Popsicles

- Amanda

Is there any fruit that screams summer more than watermelon? For me, it’s absolutely the fruit of the season. I look forward to it all year long and can’t get enough of it once the first ripe and sweet melons arrive at the markets. It’s so refreshing and hits the spot on a sweltering hot day. I remember when I was pregnant with Mr. T during the hot summer months and all I could stand to eat much of the time was watermelon. It’s no surprise, now he really loves it too.

And while it is so perfect just as is, eaten from a giant wedge or cut up into chunks, it’s also the star ingredient in some of my favorite recipes. This Turkish Watermelon & Feta Salad and Watermelon-Mint Agua Fresca are a few examples. And today I want to share another one I think couldn’t be more perfect for today, National Watermelon Day. These Watermelon Popsicles are fabulous. And super cute and lots of fun for the kids. They truly let the natural flavor of the fruit shine with the most minimal of additions and have cool layers to make them look just like the real thing. But all while being super easy to make.

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Coconut Lime & Poppyseed Macaroons

- Amanda

We’re just about to the middle of the week and I say we’ve earned a little treat. (And I just couldn’t wait any longer to share these.) You might be saying “huh” to the title of this post. But stick with me. These Coconut Lime & Poppyseed Macaroons might sound like they have a lot going on but I assure you, they will knock your socks off. Even the socks of the biggest coco mac purist. And if it’s too dang hot and you’re not wearing socks, you’ll still find yourself really smitten with these. The lime flavor is so bright and tropical you’ll feel like you’ve been whisked away on a delicious island getaway. And the slight pop of texture from poppy seeds really takes the classic coconut treat to the next level. I dare you not to like them.

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Easy Salted Peanut Caramel Sundaes

- Amanda

We’ve made it to Friday and the start of another weekend. Another covid weekend in particular, which is pretty different for us (and most I imagine,) than a typical summer Saturday or Sunday spent out and about with friends and family. But, as long as we have tasty frozen desserts to keep us smiling and cool, we’re ok passing the time a bit more quietly at home. These Easy Salted Peanut Caramel Sundaes do the trick perfectly. And their minimal hands-on effort (read mostly store-bought components) and no baking required is just what this mama needs sometimes.

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Frozen Strawberry Lemonade Pie

- Amanda

Saying happy 4th of July with this Frozen Strawberry Lemonade Pie never tasted so sweet. And with all going on in this crazy world today, that’s saying a lot. But this deserves all the praise it gets. It’s easy to throw together. No making or rolling pie crust. Check. It uses the best of the season, gorgeous summer strawberries. And is nice and chilled for these hot summer days. And and there are two popular summer treat bonuses in here, the combo of lemonade and pretzels. Yup, you read right. I threw some pretzels in the crust just for fun and because why not. And the filling takes on notes of fresh strawberry lemonade with a big kick of fresh lemon zest and juice. This is good. really good. My husband had two servings good. (He’s a chocolate or nothing guy.)

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