Category: Food

Strawberry Champagne Ice Cubes

Strawberry Champagne Ice Cubes

It’s that time of year where I want to start my day off with coffee on the patio and end it with a refreshing drink in hand. The window for patio season is fairly short in Wisconsin, so I try to squeeze in as much time outside as I can. Clearly, I’m not alone in this desire as outdoor patios and rooftop bars have begun to open their doors for the summer. While I enjoy hanging out at these locations, some nights I crave something more low-key. For those occasions, these strawberry champagne ice cubes can elevate a simple glass of champagne into a signature summer drink.

Strawberry Champagne Ice Cubes

I fell in love with these strawberry champagne ice cubes for two reasons. First, they are practical. They keep my drink cool, without watering it down, even on a warm evening. They also add a pop of color and an element of fun to a classic glass of champagne. Whether you are sipping on a glass alone or hosting a party, these strawberry champagne ice cubes need to make their way into your freezer this season!

Strawberry Champagne Ice Cubes

Strawberry Champagne Ice Cubes

Ingredients:

  • 5 Strawberries
  • Champagne

Directions:

  • Wash and dry the strawberries before slicing them into small pieces
  • Place three strawberry pieces into each ice cube tray and fill with champange
  • Place ice cube tray in freezer overnight to solidify before use

Cinnamon Apple Protein Muffins

Cinnamon Apple Protein Muffins

I’m guilty of turning Costco runs into date night. Anyone else with me? I mean, the array of samples they offer on the weekend could be the equivalent of going to tapas bar. Am I right! On our last trip, I was intrigued by a large box of Kodiak Cakes mix. I’m usually not a fan of protein powders as they leave a chalky taste in my mouth, but I decided to give this cake mix a go.

Cinnamon Apple Protein Muffins

Pancakes were my first attempt seeing as the mix is advertised as flapjack and waffle mix. I was surprised on how fluffy they turned out and quickly became a fan. Since the pancakes worked out so well, I thought I would push my baking luck and try a muffin recipe. They came out of the oven smelling like a fall day and almost made me wish the leaves were changing color outside. Luckily, regardless of the season, these protein packed muffins are prefect for breakfast on the go.

Cinnamon Apple Protein Muffins

Cinnamon Apple Protein Muffins

Ingredients:

  • 1/2 C. chopped walnuts
  • 1/4 C. brown sugar
  • 2 C. Kodiak Cakes mix
  • 1 C. milk
  • 1 egg
  • 1/4 C. honey
  • 1/2 C. plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 Tbs. cinnamon
  • 1 C. apple, chopped

For the streusel:

  • Add 1/4 C. walnuts, 3 Tbs. brown sugar and 1 tsp. cinnamon in bowl and set aside

Directions:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees and place liners in a muffin tin.
  • Mix muffin ingredients until well combined.
  • Spoon mixture into muffin tins until 2/3 full.
  • Top with strudel mixture and bake in the oven for14-18 minutes.

Oreo Ice Cream Cake Pots

Oreo Ice Cream Cake Pots

It seems as if we skipped over spring and jumped right into summer here in Wisconsin. Windows have been thrown open, winter clothes packed away, and the patio is prepped for sunset dinners. With a warm breeze flowing through our apartment, I feel like my soul has been refreshed and I can have a sigh of relief. We made it through winter!

Oreo Ice Cream Cake Pots

To celebrate the start of this new warm season I made Ian’s favorite dessert – Oreo ice cream cake! Assembled in small individual pots, these ice cream cakes solve the problem of “leftover temptation.” Now you can indulge in a sweet after dinner without having your will powered tested as leftovers sit in the freezer. This is necessary in our house when it comes to ice cream cake since Ian would devour the whole cake if I let him!

Oreo Ice Cream Cake Pots

Ingredients:

  • Pint of vanilla ice cream
  • One sleeve of Oreos
  • Hot fudge
  • 1 Tbs. coconut oil

Directions:

  • Blend the Oreos in a food processor until finely chopped. Mix in a bowl with 1 Tbs. melted coconut oil until well combined.
  • Spoon and pack down the Oreo mixture until each pot has 1/4 inch filled. Top with a thin layer of hot fudge and place the pots in the freezer for 5 minutes to set.
  • Pull the pots out of the freezer and spoon in 1/4 inch of ice cream into each pot. Place back in the freezer for five minutes.
  • Remove pots from freezer and spread another layer of Oreo crumble and hot fudge. Place back in the freezer for five minutes.
  • Take the pots out of the freezer and add one last layer of ice cream on top. Sprinkle remaining Oreo crumble on top and store in the freezer until ready to eat.