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White Hot Chocolate with Strawberry Whipped Cream

White Hot Chocolate with Strawberry Whipped Cream is a cocoa made with white chocolate chips, whole milk, heavy cream and vanilla extract on the stove-top or in the slow cooker topped with an easy whipped cream made of heavy cream, strawberry Jello and confectioners sugar.

School was cancelled today because of the freezing cold temperatures outside. Like many places at the moment- Cincinnati is experiencing some serious low temperatures so what do we do? Drink hot chocolate, duh! We didn’t want any hot chocolate though so we made it special today with a strawberry whipped cream topping and Valentine’s Day sprinkles and it is just what we needed on a day like this.

White Hot Chocolate with Strawberry Whipped Cream

White Hot Chocolate can easily be made in the handy crock-pot or quickly on the stove top.

White Hot Chocolate Instructions

  • Stove Top: Add the chocolate chips, heavy cream , milk and vanilla extract to a saucepan or pot. Cook on a medium heat and whisk frequently until you reach a low simmer. Serve.
  • Crock Pot: Add your ingredients to a crock-pot and cook on low for 3 hours. Serve.

Strawberry Whipped Cream

Time for that special touch of strawberry whipped cream. This tastes like a normal fluffy, slightly sweet whipped cream but with the added bonus of strawberry flavor! Plus, it is really easy to make. Before beginning, place a metal bowl and the beaters into the freezer for 15 minutes. After 15 minutes is up, add the heavy cream, confectioners sugar, and a little bit of Jello gelatin powder in strawberry flavor to the cold bowl. Beat for 4-5 minutes you get a stiff peak – meaning it will hold firm but still look soft and fluffy.

Think of all the delicious desserts you can use this strawberry whipped cream on! YUM. 

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White Hot Chocolate with Strawberry Whipped Cream

White Hot Chocolate with Strawberry Whipped Cream is a cocoa made with white chocolate chips, whole milk, heavy cream and vanilla extract on the stove-top or in the slow cooker topped with an easy whipped cream made of heavy cream, strawberry Jello and confectioners sugar. 
Recipe inspired by The First Year Blog
Course desssert, drink
Keyword strawberry
Servings 4 people
Author Amber

Ingredients

White Hot Chocolate

  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 8 ounces white chocolate chips

Strawberry Whipped Cream

  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup confectioners sugar
  • 4 Tablespoons Jello gelatin powder strawberry

Instructions

  • Place a metal bowl and beaters into freezer for 15 minutes. 
  • Add 2 cups heavy cream , 1/2 cup confectioners sugar and 4 Tablespoons Jello gelatin powder into the metal bowl and beat for 4-5 minutes or until a stiff peak forms. Store in fridge. 
  • In a pot or saucepan, add the chocolate chips, 2 cups whole milk, 2 cups heavy cream, and vanilla extract. Cook on a medium heat stirring often as you bring it to a low simmer. 
  • Serve the hot chocolate in a mug with some strawberry whipped cream on top and add some sprinkles for fun!

After making this strawberry whipped cream for our white hot chocolate, I am thinking of all kinds of fun flavors and ways to eat whipped cream! Do you have any amazing flavor ideas? Let me know in the comments below.

Crock-pot Pumpkin Spice Hot Chocolate

Crock-pot Pumpkin Spice Hot Chocolate

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Crock-pot Pumpkin Spice Hot Chocolate is made with whole milk, pumpkin puree, pumpkin spice, maple syrup and white chocolate chips for a hot treat that is a must-make this fall season!

What screams fall more than pumpkin spice?

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Oh that’s right- nothing! This Crock-pot Pumpkin Spice Hot Chocolate is a nice twist from a regular hot chocolate with the added pumpkin and perfect to serve for a crowd on Thanksgiving, prepare while the kids are out trick-or-treating or any other upcoming gathering this season. I am making this again for my family when we head out to the pumpkin patch in the next couple weeks as a warm treat when we get back home to sip as we carve pumpkins. I cannot wait!

Crock-pot Pumpkin Spice Hot Chocolate

Crock-pot Pumpkin Spice Hot Chocolate is really easy to cook up in the slow cooker. You simply dump all the ingredients in, let it cook on low for 3 hours and stir as often as possible.

When the chocolate has melted and the liquid is heated thoroughly, you can serve with a dollop of whipping cream and some cinnamon sugar sprinkled over top. Add a cinnamon stick for a garnish if you would like and enjoy.

 

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Crock-pot Pumpkin Spice Hot Chocolate is made with whole milk, pumpkin puree, pumpkin spice, maple syrup and white chocolate chips for a hot treat that is a must-make this fall season! 

Yields: 10 servings

  • Pumpkin Spice Hot Chocolate
  • 8 cups whole milk (1/2 gallon)
  • 15 ounces pumpkin puree
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 teaspoon pumpkin spice
  • 12 ounces white chocolate chips
  • Cinnamon sugar
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon cinnamon
  • Garnish
  • Whipping cream
  • Cinnamon sugar
  • Cinnamon stick
  1. Place the whole milk, pumpkin puree, vanilla extract, pumpkin spice and chocolate chips into a 4 quart crock-pot. I actually used my 3 quart crock-pot but it was a tight squeeze so a bit larger would be ideal.
  2. Place on low for 3 hours stirring every so often. Once the chocolate chips have melted and liquid is hot, you can serve.
  3. Make the cinnamon sugar by adding sugar and cinnamon into a bowl and mixing.
  4. Serve the pumpkin spice hot chocolate by filling a mug 3/4 the way full, top with whipping cream, sprinkle with a bit of cinnamon sugar and garnish with a cinnamon stick.
  • Preparation time: 5 minutes
  • Cook time: 3 hours

Are you a big pumpkin spice lover like myself? If so, you are going to fall in love with this Crock-pot Pumpkin Spice Hot Chocolate.


Coconut Caramel Latte Breakfast Smoothie

Coconut Caramel Latte Breakfast Smoothie

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The Coconut Caramel Latte Breakfast Smoothie is delicious mix of almond milk, frozen banana, yogurt, oats, espresso, protein powder, COFFEE-MATE® Coconut Caramel Latte Liquid Coffee Creamer and a dollop of Reddi-wip Original Whipped Topping to help make summer mornings a little sweeter.

Summer has just began and we are on a path for some steaming hot weather the next few months. One of my favorite ways to stay cool during the summer is with breakfast smoothies like our Strawberry Vanilla Smoothie! A refreshing drink to start the morning is just what one needs to beat this summer heat.

Walmart is my one stop shop for everything I need to cool off this summer, starting with all my ingredients for a Coconut Caramel Latte Breakfast Smoothie.

Ingredients needed for your Coconut Caramel Latte Breakfast Smoothie:

  • Almond milk
  • Yogurt, plain
  • Old fashioned oats
  • Bananas
  • Caramel sauce
  • Coconut
  • Coffee
  • COFFEE-MATE® Coconut Caramel Latte Liquid Coffee Creamer
  • Reddi-wip Original Whipped Topping
  • Protein powder(optional)

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  • COFFEE-MATE® Cookies & Cream Liquid Coffee Creamer may be the perfect addition for family milkshakes.
  • COFFEE-MATE® Toasted Marshmallow Mocha Liquid Coffee Creamer would make an awesome frosting on top of espresso brownies for a treat with an energy boost.

Looking for classic flavors? You can always find your favorite COFFEE-MATE® flavors such as French Vanilla, Italian Sweet Cream or Hazelnut at Walmart in the refrigerator section to bring the coffeehouse flavor right to your own kitchen.

No summer smoothie, milkshake or treat is complete without a dollop of extra fun with Reddi-wip Original Whipped Topping made from real cream. You just add a little and enjoy a lot.

Get more recipe inspiration to sweeten your summer by clicking HERE.

Coconut Caramel Latte Breakfast Smoothie

Coconut Caramel Latte Breakfast Smoothie has my favorite morning foods like banana, coffee and almond milk blended into a super tasty smoothie with COFFEE-MATE® Coconut Caramel Latte Liquid Coffee Creamer and Reddi-wip Original Whipped Topping for a dollop of fun.

Creating this smoothie begins with brewing your favorite coffee. You can either make espresso or extra strong brew and let it cool. Once the coffee has cooled, pour into an ice cube tray. Place the tray into freezer for at least 2 hours or until completely frozen. Also, prep the banana by peeling, slicing and placing into freezer. It is best to prep the night before and make extra to enjoy all week long.

Once the coffee and banana is frozen, you can create your Coconut Caramel Latte Breakfast Smoothie. Place the frozen coffee cubes, banana, almond milk, oats, yogurt and COFFEE-MATE® Coconut Caramel Latte Liquid Coffee Creamer into blender. Blend until smooth and pour into a glass with a caramel and coconut rim. The recipe below is for two servings so take a glass to a neighbor to share or cut recipe in half.

This isn’t complete without a dollop of Reddi-wip Original Whipped Topping. Grab yourself a straw and enjoy every sip.

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The Coconut Caramel Latte Breakfast Smoothie is delicious mix of almond milk, frozen banana, yogurt, oats, espresso, protein powder, COFFEE-MATE® Coconut Caramel Latte Liquid Coffee Creamer and a dollop of Reddi-wip Whipped Topping that help make summer mornings a little sweeter.

  • 1 cup almond milk
  • 1/4 cup old fashioned rolled oats
  • 1/2 cup yogurt, plain
  • 1 banana, frozen
  • 1/2 cup espresso, frozen
  • 2 tablespoons COFFEE-MATE® Coconut Caramel Latte Liquid Coffee Creamer
  • 1 scoop protein powder (optional)
  • Garnish
  • dollop of Reddi-wip Original Whipped Topping
  • coconut
  • caramel sauce
  1. Brew espresso or extra strong coffee.
  2. Let coffee cool and pour into ice cube trays. Let freeze for 2+ hours.
  3. Peel and slice a banana. Place banana slices in freezer for 2+ hours.
  4. Place frozen banana, coffee ice cubes, oats, almond milk, yogurt, COFFEE-MATE® Coconut Caramel Latte Liquid Coffee Creamer and protein powder into blender. Blend until smooth.
  5. Garnish a glass with a caramel sauce rim and coconut flakes.
  6. Pour the Coconut Caramel Latte Breakfast Smoothie into glass.
  7. Top with a dollop of Reddi-wip Original Whipped Topping.

What other amazing recipes will you create this summer with COFFEE-MATE and a dollop of Reddi-wip? A decadent milkshake? A fruity smoothie? Let me know in the comments below and make sure to click HERE for more recipe inspiration.

Summer Iced Tea Punch

Summer Iced Tea Punch

This post is part of a social shopper marketing insight campaign with Pollinate Media Group® and Milo’s Tea Company, but all my opinions are my own. #pmedia #MakeItWithMilos  http://my-disclosur.es/OBsstV

Summer Iced Tea Punch is made with pineapple juice, ginger ale, Milos Tea and fresh fruit for a deliciously refreshing beverage for these hot days ahead.

I am beyond excited for summer and spending time with my family. We hang out by the pool frequently, ride bikes around the neighborhood or even visit an amusement park to ride some roller coasters often. However, the highlights of summer is always the grill outs with  neighbors to eat some great food, share some s’mores over the fire and cooling off with some ice cold drinks.

I am sure your summer is also packed full of outdoor fun! If you are planning festivities for Memorial day, 4th of July, neighborhood block parties, or just grilling out with friends and family, this Summer Iced Tea Punch is an awesome beverage to bring to the party that will please everyone.

Milos Tea is THE go-to beverage for summer parties and gatherings. Milos Tea is fresh brewed with natural ingredients without any added preservatives and you will taste the difference with this award winning tea. Try a glass of Milos Tea on ice with a lemon slice or create a punch for a crowd with the Summer Iced Tea Punch!

What’s the story behind Milos Tea?

Milo’s was founded as a restaurant in 1946 by Milo and Bea Carlton after Milo returned from serving his country in World War II. Being a military family ourselves, we always stand behind those who serve so hearing Milo served our country makes this company extra special. In 1989, Milo’s began selling their fresh brewed Famous Sweet Tea to local Birmingham grocery stores. Today, Milos Tea Company is a third generation family owned business and Milo’s beverages can be found in thousands of retailers across the United States.

I found Milo’s at my local Meijer in the refrigerated juice section but they are available in lots of retailers. Find a store near you by using the store locator. 

Summer Iced Tea Punch

Let’s mix up some Summer Iced Tea Punch! All you need is ginger ale, fresh or frozen fruits, pineapple juice and Milos Tea. I picked Milos Famous Sweet Tea but you can reach for the Milos Famous No Calorie Sweet Tea or the Milos Famous Unsweet Tea and the punch will be equally refreshing and just as tasty.

Prepare your fruits. I sliced a couple kiwis, diced some pineapple chunks, sliced strawberries and picked up fresh raspberries and blackberries. You can use ANY fruit you like! You just want strawberries and pineapple? Go for it! Once the fruit is sliced and diced, pour the ginger ale, pineapple juice and Milos Tea into a pitcher, followed by the fruits and top with ice to stay cold.

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Summer Iced Tea Punch is made with pineapple juice, ginger ale, Milos Tea and fresh fruit for a deliciously refreshing beverage for these hot days ahead. 

  • 3 cups Milos Tea
  • 3 cups ginger ale
  • 1 cup pineapple juice
  • 2 cups fresh or frozen fruit (use a mix of your favorites such as kiwi, pineapple, strawberries, raspberries, blackberries)
  • ice
  1. In a large pitcher, add 3 cups of Milos Tea, 3 cups ginger ale and 1 cup pineapple juice. Stir ingredients together.
  2. Prepare your fruits by cutting pineapple into chunks, slicing strawberries and slicing kiwis.
  3. Toss 2 cups worth of fruit into the pitcher.
  4. Fill pitcher with ice.
  5. Serve.
  6. Garnish each glass with an umbrella for extra fun!

How do you celebrate summer? Are you obsessed with the 4th of July or have cook outs with friends every weekend? Let me know in the comments below about your summer plans and how you drink your Milos Tea!

This post is part of a social shopper marketing insight campaign with Pollinate Media Group® and Milo’s Tea Company, but all my opinions are my own. #pmedia #MakeItWithMilos  http://my-disclosur.es/OBsstV

Pomegranate Iced Tea Punch

Pomegranate Iced Tea Punch

This post is part of a social shopper marketing insight campaign with Pollinate Media Group® and Milo’s Tea Company, but all my opinions are my own. #pmedia #PassTheMilos http://my-disclosur.es/OBsstV

Pomegranate Iced Tea Punch made with Milo’s Tea, pomegranate juice and ginger ale garnished with fresh pomegranate arils, orange slices, cranberries and a sugared rosemary sprig for a festive non-alcoholic drink everyone will enjoy this holiday season.

The holiday season is in full swing and this Pomegranate Iced Tea Punch is the perfect drink for all your upcoming get-togethers. The holidays are all about creating memories and traditions and this Pomegranate Iced Tea Punch will become your families new go-to drink that pairs perfectly with all those traditional dishes like the turkey, creamy mashed potatoes, green bean casserole and cranberry sauce.

I just made myself very, very hungry. 

The one ingredient in Pomegranate Iced Tea Punch extra special is our family-favorite, award winning, Milo’s Tea. I really enjoy learning the history behind my favorite products. Yes, Milo’s Tea is fresh brewed, and features natural ingredients without preservatives or added acids. Yes, Milo’s Tea is THE beverage for holiday meal entertaining available sweetened with pure cane sugar, no calorie and unsweet options, as well as lemonade, and a tea and lemonade mix.

What’s the real history behind Milo’s Tea though?

Milo’s was founded as a restaurant in 1946 by Milo and Bea Carlton after Milo returned from serving his country in World War II. Being a military family ourselves, we always stand behind those who serve so hearing Milo served our country makes this company extra special. In 1989, Milo’s began selling their fresh brewed Famous Sweet Tea to local Birmingham grocery stores and now Milo’s beverages can be found in thousands of retailers across the United States.

Milo’s philosophy was simple – use high quality, fresh, natural ingredients, listen to your customers and never sacrifice taste. This is the same philosophy that Milo’s Tea upholds today. Drink Milo’s and taste the difference. 

Pomegranate Iced Tea Punch

Pomegranate Iced Tea Punch can be made by the glass or in a large pitcher. This punch goes quickly, so I recommend just making a big batch. Wash your fresh cranberries and remove the arils from a pomegranate. Slice the oranges and sugar coat some rosemary sprigs. The sugar coated rosemary is a nice touch for a little sparkle and is simple to do. Just give the rosemary a quick rinse with water and dip into a sugar filled plate. Gently shake off the excess sugar and that’s it! They smell and look gorgeous.

Before guests arrive, fill the pitcher half way with ice and drop in most of the orange slices and cranberries. Leave some to the side for garnish. Next, add 3 cups Milo’s Tea, 1 cup pomegranate juice and 3 cups ginger ale. Each glass will get a couple ice cubes, a sparkling rosemary sprig, an orange slice, a few cranberries and a few pomegranate arils filled with Pomegranate Iced Tea Punch. Add a festive straw if you wish.

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Pomegranate Iced Tea Punch made with Milo’s Tea, pomegranate juice and ginger ale garnished with fresh pomegranate arils, orange slices, cranberries and a sugared rosemary sprig for a festive non-alcoholic drink everyone will enjoy this holiday season.

Yields: 14 servings

  • Pomegranate Iced Tea Punch
  • 3 cups Milo’s Tea (No-calories Milo's Famous Sweat Tea)
  • 3 cups Ginger ale
  • 1 cup Pomegranate juice
  • 2 oranges, sliced
  • 1 cup fresh Cranberries
  • Ice
  • Garnish
  • 1 orange, sliced
  • .5 cup Cranberries
  • 1 pomegranate
  • Rosemary sprigs (1 per person)
  • Granulated sugar, extra fine
  1. Wash the cranberries.
  2. Slice the oranges and remove arils from pomegranate.
  3. Cover each rosemary sprig with sugar. Give a quick rinse to wet the rosemary and then dip into a plate or bowl full of sugar. Cover the rosemary completely with sugar and then give a gentle shake to remove excess sugar.
  4. Fill the pitcher about half way with ice.
  5. Dump in 2/3 of your orange slices and 1 cup cranberries.
  6. Pour 3 cups Milo's Tea, 1 cup pomegranate juice and 3 cups ginger ale into pitcher.
  7. Serve.
  8. Garnish each drink with a sugared rosemary sprig, a few cranberries and a few pomegranate arils.
  • Preparation time: 10 minutes

This post is part of a social shopper marketing insight campaign with Pollinate Media Group® and Milo’s Tea Company, but all my opinions are my own. #pmedia #PassTheMilos http://my-disclosur.es/OBsstV

Cinnamon Caramel Latte

Cinnamon Caramel Latte

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Cinnamon Caramel Latte made easily at home with a cinnamon simple syrup, freshly brewed coffee of choice and International Delight® One Touch Latte™ Caramel. Bring in the Fall by turning that daily cup of coffee into a simple, delicious latte with froth to obsess over.

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This Fall has been an odd one for weather. It has felt like summer here in Cincinnati but that crisp, cool breeze has been making an appearance more and more. The big cozy sweaters, warm boots, stacks of firewood, and chunky throw blankets are out and ready for use. Comfort foods and drinks have been on my mind and this Cinnamon Caramel Latte hits the spot.

I picked up everything I needed for this Cinnamon Caramel Latte at my local Walmart. International Delight® One Touch Latte™ can be found in the refrigerated section next to milk and coffee creamer. One Touch Latte™ comes in crazy good flavors like Caramel, Vanilla and Mocha. Caramel is needed for today but I recommend trying all the fabulous flavors. You will be able to get seven uses from one can. Coffee, cinnamon sticks and sugar will also be needed to complete this recipe.

One Touch Latte™ Steps

Let’s get started! Here are the 3 easy steps to master your One Touch Latte™ :

  1. Fill your mug 2/3 full with your favorite coffee.
  2. Shake the One Touch Latte™ can.
  3. Press and hold the can above coffee to cream to desired sweetness and enjoy! Press hard for frothy latte. Press it, press it real good!
Cinnamon Caramel Latte steps are shown separately later in post.

Check out the video below to achieve that perfect froth!

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Cinnamon Caramel Latte

Now that you know how to create the perfect latte for this Fall season from the comfort of your home, let’s add some cinnamon to the mix! Try a Cinnamon Caramel Latte using One Touch Latte™ in Caramel and a cinnamon simple syrup.

To get the cinnamon flavoring, I recommend using a cinnamon simple syrup for a smoother drink. With a couple basic ingredients, you can prepare your very own. Start with a cup of water, one cup of sugar and a cinnamon stick. Bring to a boil on the stovetop. Remove from heat and let cinnamon steep for one hour. Place cinnamon simple syrup in a sealable container to be used as needed.

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Just add two extra steps from the One Touch Latte™ tutorial above for a Cinnamon Caramel Latte:

  1. Fill your mug 2/3 full with your favorite coffee.
  2. Add 1 tablespoon cinnamon simple syrup.
  3. Shake the One Touch Latte™ can.
  4. Press and hold the can above coffee to cream to desired sweetness.
  5. Add a cinnamon stick for garnish if you would like and enjoy!

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Having guests this holiday season? Create an inviting coffee bar area featuring International Delight® One Touch Latte™ in Caramel, Vanilla and Mocha. Set out the cinnamon simple syrup and a fresh pot of coffee. A roaring fire in the fireplace would be the cherry on top to enjoy company this Fall with a warm latte in hand.

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Cinnamon Caramel Latte made easily at home with a homemade cinnamon simple syrup, freshly brewed coffee of choice and International Delight® One Touch Latte’™ Caramel.

  • Cinnamon Simple Syrup
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • Cinnamon Caramel Latte
  • 1 tablespoon cinnamon simple syrup
  • 2/3 mug freshly brewed coffee
  • International Delight® One Touch Latte'™ Caramel
  • Cinnamon stick garnish (optional)
  1. Make the simple syrup by adding 1 cup water, 1 cup sugar and 1 cinnamon stick to a pot on a medium heat. Bring to a boil and let steep for 1 hour. Remove cinnamon stick. Place in a sealable container and use when needed.
  2. Brew your favorite coffee.
  3. Fill mug 2/3 full. Leave room for froth.
  4. Add 1 tablespoon cinnamon simple syrup.
  5. Shake International Delight® One Touch Latte'™ Caramel.
  6. Press into coffee for 5 seconds.
  7. Garnish with a cinnamon stick.

Turn everyday coffee into a sweet, frothy latte!

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23 Perfect Summer Drinks to Sip by the Pool

23 Perfect Summer Drinks to Sip by the Pool

We have found 23 Perfect Summer Drinks to Sip by the Pool! It is officially July now! Yes, July! Halloween will be here before we know it but we still need to survive this extreme summer heat the next 2 months! We rounded up some of the best non-alcoholic, refreshing, tasty drinks that are just…well… perfect for sipping by the pool.

Want some recipes with liquor that are great for summer? Check out 20 Drinks for 21+ for ideas!

 

Virgin Banana Daiquiris from Strength and Sunshine that are gluten-free and sugar-free.

[Click HERE for recipe]

 

Peach Flavored Perfect Lemonade from Watch What U Eat. I could dive into this one today!

summer drinks

[Click HERE for recipe]

 

Limonana from Lindsay’s Travel Kitchen. A refreshing Syrian favorite!

summer drinks

[Click HERE for recipe]

 

Blackberry Ginger Mocktail from The Worktop. I am a huge fan of ginger ale, it is so refreshing and delicious.

summer drinks

[Click HERE for recipe]

 

Lime Cranberry Mocktail from My Wife Can Cook. How gorgeous is this drink?

summer drinks

[Click HERE for recipe]

 

Raspberry Peach Lemonade from Wanna Bite.

summer drinks

[Click HERE for recipe]

 

Raspberry Kiddie Cocktail from All She Cooks. I am in love!

summer drinks

[Click HERE for recipe]

even more Perfect Summer Drinks to Sip by the Pool

Copycat Chick-Fil-A frosted Lemonade from Mildly Meandering.

Easy Cucumber Lemonade from Mama Likes to Cook.

Blackberry Passion Tea Lemonade from Ashley Brooke Nicholas.

Homemade Orange Flavored Iced Tea from Bunny’s Warm oven.

Cantaloupe Agua Fresca Drink Recipe from Divine Lifestyle.

Freshly squeezed Single Serving Lemonade from Design, Eat, Repeat.

Strawberry Limeade from Low Carb Yum.

Non Alcoholic Copycat Painkiller Cocktail Recipe from Experimental Homesteader.

Lemonade Party Punch from The Country Chic Cottage.

Easy Lip Smacking Strawberry Lemonade from Small Town Woman.

Raspberry Mint Lime Cooler from Emma Eats and Explores.

Pomegranate Punch from All She Cooks.

Refreshing Cucumber and Lime Spritzer from Moms Who Save.

Cucumber Berry Blast from Dinner with Rollos.

Sparkling Raspberry Soda from Joy Filled Eats.

Peach Iced Tea from here at Simply Made Recipes.

 

Summer drinks non-alcoholic

Peach Iced Tea

Peach Iced Tea

Peach Iced Tea with fresh, ripe peaches and delicious tea with sugar to sweeten up your day. So simple to make and so refreshing with these warmer days ahead!

Peach Iced Tea

Come May, peaches will be in season and I will be making peach everything! One of my favorite recipes for fresh peaches is this Peach Iced Tea. Since moving to Cincinnati, I have become a big fan of sweet tea. Although, I still think people out this way like their tea a bit too sweet. I typically will order half sweet/half unsweetened in restaurants. You can adjust the sugar level a little bit on this recipe. 1 cup is my max sugar level I would ever go for this and it is sweet for sure. If you do not like sweet tea, cut back to maybe 1/4 cup sugar and let the peaches do the sweetening.

Peach Iced Tea

What type of tea should you use? I think anything will work. I wouldn’t go for anything fancy. I buy the tea bags labeled for iced tea use and they work perfectly. All the wonderful flavors come from the peach reduction and is just so delicious. I don’t think you could ruin it from the “wrong” tea.

Peach Iced Tea

For your peach reduction, you will be simmering 3 sliced peaches with some sugar and water for 30 minutes. Give the peaches a good stir and squish down the fruit every once in awhile. Send the mixture through a strainer to remove all the chunks and skin and you are done. I let the tea and peach reduction cool down before adding to the pitcher. Pour over ice and serve.

This Peach Ice Tea recipe is really fantastic to serve for guests. Everyone will be saying how great this fresh tea is…. you don’t have to tell them how incredibly easy it was.

Peach Iced Tea

Peach Iced Tea
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Peach Iced Tea
  • 3 peaches
  • 3 tea bags
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 8 cups water
  1. Slice 3 fresh peaches.
  2. On the stove top on medium/low heat, add your sliced peaches, 1 cup sugar and 1 cup water.
  3. Let peaches simmer for 30 minutes. Use a muddler or the back of a spoon to squish down the peaches to get the most juices from them. Mix often.
  4. Use a sauce to strainer and pour the peach reduction through into a large pitcher.
  5. As the peaches are cooking down, make your tea. Place 3 tea bags into a pot with 7 cups of water. Bring to boil and let seep for 10 minutes.
  6. Add tea to pitcher.
  7. Pour peach tea over ice.
  8. You can add extra sliced peaches into the tea if you wish.

Peach Iced Tea

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St Patrick’s Day Party {+Recipes}

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One of my favorite holidays is almost here! St Patrick’s Day is on March 17th and we are throwing a party! What makes this one of my favorite holidays? It is all about fun times with friends, decorations, food and drink.  7UP® is helping me take this party over the top with a 7UP Green Apple Lemonade Spritzer that is child friendly, plus, there’s an adult version, if needed.  I am also baking some St Patty’s 7UP Cupcakes made from 7UP with a lemon lime frosting.  I love the versatility of 7UP for special occasions like this. Kid friendly, adult approved and multi functional. Yes, please! Get this party started.

 

St Patrick's Day Party {+Recipes}

 

First task on the list to create an awesome St Patrick’s Day party is stopping by Walmart to pick up all your food, drink and party supplies. Here is a checklist of what we are looking for:

  1. 7UP® 12oz. 12-pack or 12oz. 8-pack found on the beverage aisle. I like buying both cans and bottles since the kids do better with lids that you can close. No spills makes for a happy party host.
  2. 7UP Green Apple Lemonade Spritzer ingredients also needed: Lemonade, 7UP, sour apple mix, green food dye, lemons, limes, green apples, green dye and ice.
  3. St Patty’s 7UP Cupcake ingredients: boxed white cake mix, eggs, unsalted butter, vegetable shortening, green food coloring, sugar, 7UP, lemon juice, lime juice, frosting bags, large frosting tip, and powdered sugar.
  4. Party must haves: Plates, napkins, cups, straws and pitcher. Think green!
  5. St Patrick’s Day decorations: Tablecloth, banner, cupcake sprinkles and liners. Plus, any décor to bring your table to life. I found these party balls and coins to add a little extra fun. Think about shamrocks and green! Lot’s of green. You cannot have too much green today.

 

St Patrick's Day Party {+Recipes}

St Patrick's Day Party {+Recipes}

 

Once you have your Walmart list completed, it is time to set up your beverage and dessert table. Lay out the tablecloth on your table or kitchen island and place the fun banner overhead so everyone knows where the fun starts when they walk in. This task is something I like to do the night before so I can see how everything will look, make sure I did not forget something important like cups (oh boy! been there) and gives me more time to mix drinks and bake the day of the party. Plus, I will be busy the day of the party throwing on all my green gear and telling myself I can totally pull off the green eye shadow. I can, right?

 

St Patrick's Day Party {+Recipes}

 

The night before or morning of party, start baking your St. Patty’s 7UP Cupcakes.  These cupcakes are from a white cake box mix, if you can believe it.  With a stand or hand mixer, add 1 box cake mix, 1/3 cup unsalted butter, and 1.25 cups 7UP.  In a small bowl, whisk 3 egg whites. Add egg whites, mixing all ingredients together until creamy and thoroughly mixed. Add your green food coloring and stir in. I used about 20 drops of food dye but eye ball it and add as much or as little as you like. Line your cupcake pan with your fun St Patty’s Day cupcake liners. Fill liners 3/4 full with cake mix. Bake at 350 degrees for 18-20 minutes. Let cool to room temperature before frosting. This will make 24 cupcakes.

  • 3 egg whites
  • 1 box white cake mix
  • 1/3 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
  • 1.25 cup 7UP
  • green food coloring

St Patrick's Day Party {+Recipes}

St Patrick's Day Party {+Recipes}

 

Before the party guests arrive, complete your cupcakes. Use your stand or hand mixer, add .5 cup butter, .5 cup vegetable shortening, .25 cup 7UP, 1 teaspoon lime juice, 1 teaspoon lemon juice and 2 cups powdered sugar. Mix completely. Add in the other 2 cups of powdered sugar and mix until creamy. Stir in your green food coloring. Just like the cake mix, add the desired amount of food coloring. I put in about 15 drops of dye today. Put the frosting in the fridge for 20 minutes and then transfer into a frosting bag with a large frosting tip. Frost each cupcake. Garnish your cupcakes with sprinkles, cupcake toppers or whatever fun decorations you bought. A coin on top would also be a great idea!

  • .5 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
  • .5 cup vegetable shortening
  • 1/4 cup 7UP (add slowly so you don’t thin out the frosting too much)
  • 1 teaspoon lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • green food coloring

St Patrick's Day Party {+Recipes}

St Patrick's Day Party {+Recipes}

 

Right before your guests are due, mix up the refreshments! 7UP Green Apple Lemonade Spritzers are so fun and easy to make. This drink has a little tang and sour apple twist. Grab a cutting board and knife to thinly slice your lemon, lime and apple. Add the fruit slices to the pitcher with ice. Add 3 cups lemonade, 1.5 cups green apple mixer and just a few drops green food coloring. It is St Patty’s Day and we are going green to the max! Mix a little to blend the food coloring. Top off pitcher with 3 cups 7UP.

  • 1.5 cup green apple mixer
  • 3 cups 7UP
  • 3 cups lemonade
  • green food coloring
  • lime
  • lemon
  • green apple
  • ice

St Patrick's Day Party {+Recipes}

 

Need an alcoholic adult version of the 7up Green Apple Lemonade Spritzer? No problem. Add 1.5 ounces vodka per cup.

 

St Patrick's Day Party {+Recipes}

 

Your St Patty’s 7 UP Cupcakes look fabulous and 7up Green Apple Lemonade Spritzer is on ice and ready for guests. Designate a children’s area if children will be attending the party with a few toys and coloring books.  Turn on some music, double check that green eye shadow and get ready to party!

 

St Patrick's Day Party - 7UP® Green Apple Lemonade Spritzer
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  • 1.5 cup green apple mixer
  • 3 cups 7UP
  • 3 cups lemonade
  • green food coloring
  • lime for garnish
  • lemon for garnish
  • green apple for garnish
  1. Thinly slice your lemon, lime and apple.
  2. Add the fruit slices to the pitcher with ice.
  3. Add 3 cups lemonade, 1.5 cups green apple mixer and just a few drops green food coloring.
  4. Mix a little to blend the food coloring.
  5. Top off pitcher with 3 cups 7UP.

 

St Patrick's Day Party {+Recipes}

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Homemade Grenadine

Homemade Grenadine is way easier than you might think! Grenadine is commonly used in alcoholic drinks to add a little bit sweet, a little bit tart and a little bit color. You can also make non alcoholic drinks too though! Ever had a Roy Rogers or Shirley temple? 

 

Homemade Grenadine

 

My husband thought grenadine was a cherry flavored syrup and some of you may have thought the same. Grenadine is actually from pomegranate juice! Add a little sugar to make a simple syrup and you have a homemade grenadine. So easy!

Why make it at home and not just purchase grenadine already bottled? To avoid preserves and red dyes! It is just a little healthier and tastes much better! You can even take this a step further and use freshly squeezed pomegranate juice. I have never taken on that venture so I don’t know how difficult it is to get the juice from pomegranate but give a try! Why not? The Pom Wonderful juice is 100% juice with no added dyes or preservatives so that is what I like to go with.

 

Homemade Grenadine

 

Make a Roy Rogers for all the family to enjoy with your homemade grenadine.  Pour cola into a glass over ice. Add a splash of grenadine, garnish with a maraschino cherry. Done. My kids always want like 5 cherries in their drink, of course. That’s fine too.

 

Homemade Grenadine

 

Homemade Grenadine
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Yields: 2 cups

  • 2 cups pomegranate juice
  • .5 cup sugar
  • .5 lemon
  1. Gather ingredients, funnel, saucepan, bottle for storage, measuring cups, whisk
  2. Add 2 cups pomegranate juice and .5 cup sugar into saucepan. Squeeze 1/2 fresh lemon in. Cook in a medium heat.
  3. Let simmer for 10 minutes using whisk to stir often.
  4. Pour grenadine into the storage bottle with the funnel.
  5. Let cool.
  6. Serve in drinks!
  • Preparation time: 5 minutes
  • Cook time: 10 minutes

 

Homemade Grenadine

 

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