Sugar Cookie Cups

Cones are fun, but how about an edible bowl? An edible bowl is a great and tasty treat for containing a sundae or banana split. SERVES 12 INGREDIENTS 2¾ cups all-purpose flour ¾ teaspoon salt 1 cup butter, softened 1½ cups sugar 1 egg 1 tablespoon vanilla PREPARATION Preheat oven to 350°F. Spray a cookie […]

Double Trouble Ice Cream Pops

While these treats can just as quickly be made in purchased freezer-pop molds, they are actually perfect for paper cups. The striping really makes an impact when peeling off those cups! Fun Combinations Chocolate and vanilla stripes aren’t the only option! Try lemon and blackberry, coconut and pineapple, or orange and blueberry, just to name […]

Frozen Bananas

Why pay $3 or more each when you can make a half-dozen for less? Kids will love these “monkey tails,” and you’ll love how easy they are to prepare. Fun Treats in Small Packages For a fun twist, make smaller, decorated versions of these banana treats. Cut the bananas into 2 lengths, insert stick, dip […]

Yogurt Fruit Pops

Yogurt and kids don’t always go hand in hand, but with the yogurt hidden in this healthy pop, the kids will never know it’s good for them! Why Didn’t I Think of That? It is common to find kid-branded yogurts sold in tear-off tube packages in supermarkets. While these products are great served as is, […]

Waffle Cones

Making waffle cones is one of those things you simply must have the right equipment for. There are many different waffle cone machines on the market, from standard waffle to mini. A pizzelle maker works just as well. SERVES 12 INGREDIENTS 1 cup heavy cream 2 teaspoons vanilla 1½ cups powdered sugar 1½ cups all-purpose […]

Ice Cream Cupcakes

Tired of scooping the ice cream alongside the birthday cake? Try this ingenious solution! With this recipe you’ll get cake and ice cream in one serving—no muss, no fuss! SERVES 36 INGREDIENTS  1 recipe cake batter, using your favorite cake recipe or boxed cake mix 1 gallon ice cream 1 recipe Sweetened Whipped Cream 36 […]

Nutty Buddies

Kids and adults alike will love making the homemade version of this popular treat. Feel free to use your choice of ice creams; the fun is in adding all of your favorite flavors! Having a Party? Double the recipe! A standard muffin tin has twelve cups, perfect for making a big batch of these. When […]

Popsicles

It’s the simplest of concepts, but never fails to impress the youngsters! Many chain stores sell popsicle molds, but you can easily make them in small paper cups with craft sticks or plastic spoons as handles. Additions Chopped up bits of fresh fruit make a great addition to the standard pop. Try a few bits […]

Homemade Chocolate Magic Shell

Kids will love helping make this incredibly easy ice cream topping. It’s just two simple ingredients that go from soft to hard in a flash … like magic! Storage Let’s keep it simple! Prepare the ingredients in a wide-mouthed Mason jar. Feel free to double the recipe, and keep any leftovers in the same jar. […]

Sugar-Free Mango Ice Cream

Tropical, sweet, with just a hint of pepper, this is one delicious ice cream! Selecting Mangos When choosing mangos, don’t judge by color but rather by firmness. Mangos that are ripe will give slightly to gentle pressure, very similar to an avocado or a peach YIELD: 1 QUART INGREDIENTS 3 cups heavy cream 1 cup […]