Who remembers Pop Rocks? The snap, crackle, pop candy from when you were a kid is still around!And it's the key ingredient in this recipe for firecracker popcorn that actually pops in your mouth. How cool is that?I love the way the snack comes together visually. When you put it in a cute container, it would be the perfect thing to bring to a 4th of July get together. In fact, I'm pretty sure this dish will totally steal the show.If you're having trouble finding this candy from … [Read more...]
Strawberry Cream Cheese Flag Cookie Cups
Whether you're hosting the 4th of July BBQ this year or attending one, this super simple dessert idea is sure to please. Of course I love the festive presentation but my favorite part is that once you bite in you realize that what looks like a mini cup cake is actually a cookie. Plus it would go great with our homemade blueberry lemonade soda.And don't miss the variations at the bottom of the post - I'm digging the breakfast idea.Here's Janssen with the recipe... The Fourth of July is … [Read more...]
4th of July Frozen Treats with Hidden Fruits & Veggies
*I’m a PediaSure SideKicks Partner and am a sponsored blog partner, but all opinions are my own. Please see below for additional disclosure.With weekend bar-b-ques, swim lessons, and park play dates in full swing, it's definitely starting to feel like summer around here!Around our house that means a lot of things, including more lax bedtimes and, often, less nutritious eating then I normally strive for... This week alone we've already grilled hotdogs and cooked s'mores in the backyard … [Read more...]
4th of July Breakfast Treat
As evidence by The Summer of Yes! last week, I've been doing some reflecting on my parenting style lately.One of the things I've realized is that, yes, I do enjoy planning holiday surprises for my kiddos. But also, no, I don't enjoy it when said surprise takes an inordinate amount of time and effort to achieve.Simple = fun, complicated and showy = a stressed out mama and less than overjoyed kids.So in that spirit, I've put together a super simple 4th of July breakfast idea over on … [Read more...]