Sustainable & Creative Living
St. Patrick’s Day is a time for celebration, and what better way to make it fun for kids than with some festive, alcohol-free Jello shots? These wiggly, jiggly treats are perfect for parties, school events, or just a special holiday snack at home. Easy to make and bursting with fruity flavors, these kid-friendly Jello shots will bring a pop of green and gold to your celebration!
Looking for the perfect healthy snack you won’t feel guilty about indulging in this summer? Check out this recipe for the yummiest Low Carb Strawberries and Cream Jello Cups. It’s made with sugar-free Jello, Greek yogurt, and fresh sliced strawberries. The best part is, it’s easy to make and you can keep them in the fridge for a quick and refreshing treat whenever you need one.
Looking to add a little flare to your 4th of July party? These Red, White, and Blue Jello Shots are sure to be a hit! They’re easy to make and look so festive with the three colors of the American flag. The best part is they’re not too difficult to make and don’t require a lot of ingredients. And if you make them the night before your party, you won’t have to spend all day preparing them!
If you’re like me, you’re already thinking about 4th of July party snacks. These American Flag Graham Crackers are so easy to make and so festive. And they’re the perfect patriotic treat for kids to help assemble. All you need are graham crackers, strawberries, blueberries, and Cool Whip. And they’re so much better than anything that comes pre-packaged. If you’re looking for the perfect snack to take to your next 4th of July get-together or to serve at your own party, I highly recommend these American Flag Graham Crackers.
My favorite part of the 4th of July is all of the fun food! These festive and patriotic Red White & Blue Strawberry Jello Bites are a fun treat for both adults and children. They’re super easy to make and they look so cute on a serving platter!
Looking for a cute Halloween pre-trick or treat snack? Or even a Halloween party snack? These Halloween Bat cookies are so tasty and easy to make you’ll be making them all season!
Every Halloween I like to make the day a little extra fun by finding crafts, snacks, and games to entertain my son and the neighbor kids. The day doesn’t have to be just about trick or treating, especially if Halloween falls on a weekend. [Read more…]
Calling all team moms!! If you’re looking to put that special mom touch on your kids’ sports snacks then check out these fun and yummy After Game Snacks for Kids Sports. Make them memorable- add team colors, an inspirational note, and yummy snacks to fill they’re little bellies after a hard game!
My 8-year-old just started flag football and I’ve come to learn that each week a different family helps support the team by providing the after-game snacks. Knowing my turn as snack provider was coming, I scoped out previous snack bringers and thought maybe I should just go with the norm- fruit and chips in a zip-lock bag. Although I knew that would be the easiest thing to do, the crafter in me just couldn’t bring myself to settle on the norm. I just had to find a way to put my special mom touch on every bag. [Read more…]
My son is obsessed with Nutella! If you follow our Instagram stories, you know he eats a peanut butter and Nutella sandwich almost every day! Which is why I knew he’d love these Easy Nuttela Croissants. They’re the perfect afterschool snack or after-dinner treat.
These Easy Nutella Croissants are so easy and delicious that you’ll be thanking me all day. I paired them with a side of fresh fruit and served them as an afterschool snack and my 7-year-old just loved them- we both did! [Read more…]
It’s pumpkin season and I’m here for it! For the past few years, I’v been obsessed with this Pillsbury Quick Pumpkin Bread mix. It makes pumpkin bread and muffins so much easier to make in a hurry without compromising taste. Check out these delicious Pumpkin Streusel Muffins and thank me later!
I use this same quick bread mix to make Pumpkin Cheesecake Bites so you can check out that post here. Since the Pillsbury mix is so easy to work with, I wanted to try a different pumpkin recipe and let me tell you that these Pumpkin Streusel Muffins do not disappoint! They have the perfect amount of pumpkin flavor and sweetness to satisfy any pumpkin craving.
Have you ever wanted s’mores in the middle of summer, when starting an outdoor fire is almost laughable?! Or when those late night cravings hit right around you know what time of the month! If you’re answer is yes to both or just one then you’ve got to check out this crazy easy Oven-Baked S’mores Skillet dip that will knock your socks off! [Read more…]
Summertime is the season of grilling, however, I’m not much of a grillmaster so I decided to try peaches in the air fryer instead of on the grill. Turns out, with a little butter, sugar and honey…they’re amazing! Check out my version of Air Fryer Peaches topped with a graham cracker crumble, vanilla ice cream, and Mike’s Hot Honey!
You know it’s officially summertime when school is out and you’ve got little growing kids at home eating everything in sight! I love the summer, especially because I get to experiment with new foods and fun snacks. These Chocolate Apple Pops were a total hit and so refreshingly delicious. They’re fun to make with or without your kids and even more fun to eat!
These Chocolate Apple Pops are so easy and fun to make. All you need is melted chocolate and apples! A few fun toppings add some flare but aren’t really needed. Below, I listed a few that I tried and some that I hope to try the next time I make these.
If you’re looking for a cute teacher or friends gift this Valentine’s Day check out these super easy Chocolate Covered Oreos.
When I say these Chocolate Covered Oreos are simple to make, I really mean they are simple to make! They’re also a super cute gift idea for teachers and neighbors this Valentine’s Day. My 6-year-old and I had fun just making and decorating them! [Read more…]
