There's something about those brightly colored, sugar coated marshmallow puffs called Peeps that make us smile. For generations, Peeps have been popping up every year around Easter time to adorn our baskets. They've always been a staple Easter candy in my home. What about yours?? Today I've gathered 10 Sweet Ideas for Easter Peeps that go beyond the basket. /1/ Peeps Cupcakes - These brightly colored cupcakes will gain the attention of every child, young and old. /2/ Chocolate Bird's Nest Cookies - Chewy chocolate coconut macaroons are shaped into cute little bird's nests to create a one-of-a-kind treat for Easter. /3/ Bunny Truffles - Did somebody say truffles? Oh my! These two treats are just screaming our name!! /4/ Peeps Sunflower … [Read more...]
5 Mind-Blowing Things You Can Skewer
Everything tastes better on a stick. From breakfast to dessert, we've collected our favorite things to skewer! If you're like us, we get stick in a skewer rut. You know, just putting vegetables and meat on a stick and grilling it? Don't get me wrong, there's nothing wrong with the classic grilled skewers. They're delicious! But, we're here to shake things up a bit and think outside the box! Are you ready to skewer? 1. Mini Pancake Skewers - Smarty Had A Party - I can't think of a better way to enjoy breakfast. Grab a bowl of maple syrup for dipping and you've got the cutest stick of breakfast ever. 2. Rainbow Fruit Skewers - Skinny Taste - What a great way to eat your daily servings of fruit. Sometimes I get into fruit ruts, but with fruit skewers, you'll eat the colors of the … [Read more...]
S’mores Milkshake
I'm a total sucker for s'mores. That's probably because fall is my all-time favorite season and sitting around a camp fire eating s'mores is the perfect evening in my eyes! However, in the heat of my South Carolina summers, making a fire is way too easy. Come on, you can scramble an egg on the sidewalk! We will not be whipping out the fire pit during August. No, thank you. But, what we will be doing is making s'mores milkshakes! It's delectably refreshing and tastes just like the real thing! The marshmallow fluff and graham crackers make for a lusciously smooth texture and the crunch of the cold chocolate is just something you can't beat. So, go cool off with your favorite camp fire treat, in ice cold form! S’mores Milkshake Ingredients 2 low fat graham … [Read more...]
