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06/24/2025

Fresh Fruit Waffle Cones with Vanilla Whipped Cream

Ingredients:

6 waffle cones

1 cup strawberries, diced

1/2 cup blueberries

1/2 cup raspberries

1/2 cup kiwi, peeled and diced

1/2 cup mango, diced

1/2 cup pineapple, diced

1 tablespoon lemon juice (to keep fruit fresh)

1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (optional)

For the Vanilla Whipped Cream:

1 cup heavy whipping cream, chilled

2 tablespoons powdered sugar

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions:

In a medium bowl, gently toss the chopped fruits with lemon juice and honey or maple syrup if using. Set aside.

In a chilled mixing bowl, add the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract.

Using a hand mixer or stand mixer, whip on high speed for 2–3 minutes or until soft peaks form. Do not overwhip.

Carefully spoon the fruit mixture into each waffle cone, filling them about 3/4 full.

Pipe or spoon the vanilla whipped cream on top of the fruit in each cone.

Serve immediately for best texture, or refrigerate the whipped cream and fruit separately and assemble just before serving.

Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 0 minutes | Total Time: 15 minutes
Kcal: 220 kcal (approximate, per cone) | Servings: 6 cones

06/22/2025

Cranberry Orange Scone Recipe:

2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup sugar + more for topping
3 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup (1 stick) cold butter
1/2 to 1 cup fresh cranberries
3/4 - 1 cup heavy cream
1 tablespoon orange juice
1 tablespoon orange zest
Orange Glaze:
1 cup confectioner's sugar
3-4 tablespoons orange juice
1 tablespoon orange zest
Directions
Preheat oven to 400º F. Line a rimmed baking sheet pan with parchment paper or a nonstick baking sheet.
For the scones:
Whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt in a large bowl. Add butter to the bowl and cut into the flour with a pastry blender until the largest pieces of butter are about the size of a pea and the flour mixture resembles coarse meal.
Stir in cranberries, 3/4 cup of heavy cream, orange juice, and orange zest. Press dough together between the palms of your hands. If it doesn't just hold together, add more heavy cream until is just holds together.
Pour dough onto a lightly floured countertop or a pastry board. Pat dough into a large round disc, about an inch thick. Cut dough into equal sized wedges and place onto prepared baking sheet pan. Melt about 2 tablespoons butter and brush on top of dough.
Bake scones for 20-25 minutes or until they are just beginning to turn lightly brown. Remove from the oven.
*You can substitute frozen or fresh mixed berries for cranberries if you like!

Orange Glaze:
Whisk all of the glaze ingredients together in a medium sized bowl until smooth and then drizzle on top of each scone after it has cooled for about five minutes.

Simple recipe for Clotted Cream:
4 oz. cream cheese, softened
1/2 Stick unsalted Butter, softened
1/4 cup sour cream

Combine until smooth!
*I like to add 1 Tbsp. powdered sugar to mine!

06/21/2025

DIY Aroma Stones

Ingredients:

- 1/2 cup baking soda

- 1/2 cup cornstarch

- 1/4 cup warm water

- 15–30 drops of your favorite essential oil (lavender, lemon, peppermint, eucalyptus, etc.)

- Optional: natural colouring (mica powder or a drop of food colouring)

- Silicone moulds, cookie cutters, or ice cube trays

- Mixing bowl & spoon

- Parchment paper or drying tray

Directions:

Step 1: Mix the Base

1. In a bowl, combine baking soda and cornstarch.

2. Slowly stir in warm water until a thick, clay-like dough forms (adjust with more cornstarch if too sticky).

3. Add colouring if desired and mix until evenly tinted.

Step 2: Shape the Stones

1. Press dough into silicone moulds or flatten and cut with cookie cutters.

2. Smooth the surface with your fingers if needed.

3. Carefully remove from moulds and place on parchment to dry.

Step 3: Dry the Stones

1. Let stones air-dry for 24–48 hours until completely hard.

2. Flip halfway through drying for even results.

Step 4: Add Scent

1. Once fully dry, add 3–5 drops of essential oil per stone.

2. Let absorb for 1–2 hours before placing them in jars, sachets, or open bowls.

Tips & Variations:

1. For a stronger scent, consider adding more essential oil drops or using a highly fragrant oil.

2. Experiment with different mould shapes or colors to create unique stone designs that match your decor.

06/19/2025

Strawberry Lemon Drop

Ingredients:
2 oz Vodka
¾ oz Fresh Lemon Juice
½ oz Strawberry Syrup (or muddled strawberries with simple syrup)
½ oz Triple Sec
Sugar (for ri***ng)
Fresh Strawberry or Lemon Slice (for garnish)
Instructions:
Prep the Glass:
° Rim a chilled martini glass with lemon juice and dip into sugar.
Shake It Up:
° In a shaker, combine vodka, lemon juice, strawberry syrup, and triple sec with ice. Shake well until chilled.
Serve:
° Strain into the prepared martini glass.
Garnish:
° Garnish with a fresh strawberry or a lemon slice for a bright, fruity finish.
The Strawberry Lemon Drop is a sweet and tangy twist on the classic—bursting with berry flavor and a refreshing citrus kick, it’s the perfect pink sip for any occasion!

06/18/2025

Strawberry Cheesecake Crumbl Cookies
Ingredients:
Cookies:
1 cup softened unsalted butter
1 cup white sugar
1 large egg
1 tsp vanilla extract
2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking powder
½ tsp salt
Cheesecake Frosting:
8 oz softened cream cheese
½ cup powdered sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
½ cup heavy whipping cream
Crumble Topping:
½ cup all-purpose flour
¼ cup brown sugar
¼ cup melted butter
Topping:
1 cup diced fresh strawberries
Directions:
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a mixing bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the egg and vanilla, blending well.
Gradually incorporate flour, baking powder, and salt until a dough forms.
Roll dough into balls, slightly press them down, and place them on the sheet. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are firm. Cool completely.
For the frosting, beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth. Pour in heavy cream and whip until light and airy.
For the crumble, combine flour, brown sugar, and melted butter until crumbly. Bake for 5 minutes at 350°F until golden.
Spread frosting on cooled cookies, sprinkle with crumble, and top with fresh strawberries.
Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cooking Time: 12 minutes | Total Time: 32 minutes
Kcal: 290 kcal per cookie | Servings: 12 cookies

06/17/2025

CRAB BISQUE

https://miarecipes.com/best-crab-bisque-recipe/

06/17/2025

MACARONI SALAD
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https://www.justapinch.com/recipes/salad/pasta-salad/yummy-macaroni-salad.html

06/13/2025

STRAWBERRY CREAM CHEESE PIE

Strawberry cream cheese pie is the perfect no-bake summer dessert with fresh berries and creamy filling. Get the recipe now!