Homemade Frozen Play Dough Aah, Frozen. Never has a movie come along that has so excited my daughters. We live to the soundtrack, have the movie on a constant loop in our DVD player and even take photo shoots like this: But of course we needed MORE! So last weekend the girls and I whipped up some homemade play dough, making sure that it was the correct color for Elsa and that it … [Read more...]
Super Easy, Deliciously Yummy Oreo Cheesecake Pops
July 25, 2014 2 Comments
There are very few things in my life that I feel don't need much of an introduction, but this is without a doubt one of those few. Yes, these super easy to make pops are Oreo Cheesecake. Not too much to say about that other than if you don't try them you'll be sad. No baking is required for these amazing pops, just a food processor (or you could use a mixer if you don't have a food … [Read more...]
No Machine Needed Mint Oreo Ice Cream
July 9, 2014 6 Comments
Some days just require dessert, plain and simple. Whether it was a rough day at work, the kids did something to celebrate or just a sweet tooth craving, we've all been there. And desserts that come together quickly, easily and inexpensively somehow seem to make it all taste better. Funny how that happens, isn't it? Good news! I've got an incredible dessert that will fit into all of those … [Read more...]
Sweet and Refreshing Raspberry Lemonade
June 11, 2014 5 Comments
Lemonade is such a classic summer drink that you expect to see at each and every gathering and barbecue, and why shouldn't it be? It's delicious and almost everyone likes it. But why not switch it up a bit at your next party (or just in your own fridge) and change that classic flavor to a new cool, sweet and refreshing taste? I recently decided to try my hand at raspberry lemonade at it was so … [Read more...]
Recreate Disney Magic at Home with DIY Dole Whips
June 4, 2014 6 Comments
We are big Disney fans in my house and have had some of our best memories as a family in the Disney Parks. If you are a Disney lover like us you have most likely experienced the little slice of heaven that is a Dole Whip. It is one of our favorite treats and we always make sure to buy one (or two dozen) while on vaca. Since we went to Disney World at Christmas time this past year, we have been … [Read more...]
Make Everyday Popsicles Look Like Gourmet Popsicles
May 23, 2014 4 Comments
Sometimes I really like to throw my kids for a loop. Just for my own entertainment, really...there's no other purpose other than to keep them on their toes. Yep, I'm that mother. But I'm also the mother who makes popsicles that they can eat for breakfast, so I guess those loops aren't all bad. And really, there's no reason that you could not comfortably feed these gourmet - like popsicles to … [Read more...]
Marshmallow Popcorn Balls (on a stick)
May 16, 2014 4 Comments
As Memorial Day and all of the summer festivities rapidly approach, I am quickly trying to narrow down some fun new party foods to serve at all of our summer shindigs. This week I was super excited to give popcorn balls a fun new twist. Instead of using corn syrup, I chose to use marshmallows to bind my popcorn. Not only did it hold it all together beautifully, it came out tasting almost like a … [Read more...]
How to Easily Grill Pizza (and why you totally should!)
May 12, 2014 20 Comments
Grilling is one of my favorite ways to cook when the weather warms up. It makes me so very happy to not have to turn on my stove or oven and feel like my kitchen is quickly becoming an inferno. We throw the usuals on the grill often, but chicken and steak can only go so far. Sometimes you just need pizza. Since discovering my favorite pizza dough recipe my family rarely eats pizza out, … [Read more...]
Moscato Strawberry Lemonade
May 9, 2014 2 Comments
There's nothing quite like a cool drink out on the patio on a nice hot day, and this may be the most outrageously perfect drink for kicking back that I've ever had. It is cool, crisp and oh so refreshing with its sweet and tangy lemonade mixed with the bubbly, crisp acidity of moscato. This cocktail would be absolutely amazing for a girl's get together, a baby shower, a BBQ...really, basically … [Read more...]
Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with Cheater Churros
May 5, 2014 3 Comments
Some days are too busy to think about an elaborate dessert, but there is always something to celebrate in my house and we like to do it with treats! We work hard, we play hard and we love sweets. So on those days where time is short but sweet tooth cravings aren't, we whip us up some cheater desserts. There are a handful in our repitiore, but the cheater churros tend to be a family favorite. And … [Read more...]
S’mores Ice Cream Sandwich with Healthy 2 Ingredient Peanut Butter Banana Ice Cream
April 30, 2014 Leave a Comment
S'mores Ice Cream Sandwich with Healthy 2 Ingredient Peanut Butter Banana Ice Cream Ya'll the weather this year has been crazy down here in the south. We had the longest, coldest, snowiest winter and now it feels like we have basically skipped spring. It went from coats and scarves to bikinis in the blink of an eye. And now that it is hot, hot hot the kids are ready for some snacks to cool … [Read more...]
Orange Crush – The Adult Version
April 25, 2014 4 Comments
My family has been lucky enough to spend a fair amount of time in Virginia Beach, VA. The beach is our favorite place to hang with the kiddos, but when it is just us adults we head to a local joint called Waterman's. Waterman's is famous for their amazingly fresh, citrus drink called the Orange Crush, and let me tell you, I've drank my fair share of them. When we are back home in North Carolina … [Read more...]
