Butter Pecan Cake Parfait

Indulge in the rich flavors of butter pecan cake with this delightful parfait. Layers of crumbled cake, creamy vanilla pudding, and a decadent caramel sauce create a heavenly treat. Topped with whipped cream and chopped pecans, this parfait is a quick and satisfying dessert for any occasion.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup butter pecan cake, crumbled
• 1 cup vanilla pudding
• 1/2 cup whipped cream
• 1/4 cup caramel sauce
• 1/4 cup chopped pecans

Instructions:

In a serving glass, layer crumbled butter pecan cake at the bottom

Add a layer of vanilla pudding on top of the cake

Drizzle a spoonful of caramel sauce over the pudding layer

Repeat the layers until the glass is almost full

Top the parfait with a generous dollop of whipped cream

Sprinkle chopped pecans over the whipped cream for added crunch

Drizzle a final touch of caramel sauce for garnish

Serve immediately and enjoy!

Rhubarb & Rosewater Cocktail - The Girl on Bloor

A refreshing cocktail with the tangy essence of rhubarb and the delicate floral notes of rosewater. Perfect for a sophisticated summer sip.

Ingredients:

• 2 oz rhubarb-infused gin
• 1 oz rosewater syrup
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• 5 oz fresh lime juice
• Splash of sparkling water
• Rhubarb stalks and rose petals for garnish

Instructions:

Gin infused with rhubarb, rosewater syrup, and fresh lime juice should all be mixed together in a shaker

Put ice in the shaker and shake it well

Strain the drink into an ice-filled glass

Add a splash of sparkling water on top

Place rhubarb stalks and rose petals on top

Enjoy! Serve cold

Homemade Kettle Corn

Homemade kettle corn is a sweet and salty treat that's perfect for snacking. This recipe yields crunchy popcorn with a delightful balance of flavors.

Ingredients:

• 1/4 cup popcorn kernels
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions:

Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat

Add popcorn kernels to the pot and cover with a lid

Once the kernels start popping, carefully lift the pot and shake it occasionally to prevent burning

When popping slows down, remove the pot from heat and sprinkle sugar and salt over the popped corn

Quickly cover the pot again and shake to distribute the sugar and salt evenly

Transfer kettle corn to a large bowl and let it cool before serving

Peanut Butter Oat Bars

These vegan Peanut Butter Oat Bars are tasty and filling. They're great for a quick breakfast or snack on the go. They are made with healthy things like oats, peanut butter, and maple syrup, and you can add your favorite things to them, like chocolate chips or nuts.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups rolled oats
• 1 cup natural peanut butter
• 1/2 cup maple syrup
• 1/4 cup melted coconut oil
• 1/2 cup chopped peanuts
• 1/2 cup vegan chocolate chips

Instructions:

Preheat oven to 350F 175C

Grease a 9x9-inch baking pan

In a large bowl, mix together rolled oats, peanut butter, maple syrup, and melted coconut oil until well combined

Fold in chopped peanuts and vegan chocolate chips

Press the mixture evenly into the prepared baking pan

Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and set

Allow to cool completely before slicing into bars

Summer Dream Ice Cream

Enjoy the cool flavors of summer with this delicious homemade ice cream. You'll feel like you're in a tropical paradise when you taste the creamy vanilla base with bursts of fresh strawberries, mango, coconut, and almonds.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups heavy cream
• 1 cup whole milk
• 3/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup fresh strawberries, diced
• 1/2 cup fresh mango, diced
• 1/4 cup shredded coconut
• 1/4 cup chopped almonds

Instructions:

Whisk sugar, vanilla extract, heavy cream, and whole milk together in a bowl until the sugar is completely mixed in

Put the mixture into an ice cream maker and churn it according to the directions on the machine

Chop up some mango, strawberries, shredded coconut, and almonds and add them in the last few minutes of churning

Once the ice cream is the consistency you want, put it in a container that can go in the freezer and freeze it for at least 4 hours, or until it is firm

Put scoops of ice cream in bowls or cones, and enjoy!

Classic Burger

Put all of your favorite toppings on a juicy grilled burger and enjoy the classic taste of one. Great for your Memorial Day barbecue!

Ingredients:

• 1 lb ground beef
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 4 hamburger buns
• 4 slices of cheddar cheese
• Lettuce leaves
• Sliced tomatoes
• Sliced red onions
• Pickles
• Ketchup and mustard

Instructions:

Warm the grill up to a medium-high level

Make 4 patties out of the ground beef that are all the same size

Add pepper and salt

For medium-rare, grill the burger patties for four to five minutes on each side

During the last minute of cooking, add the cheese slices on top

On the grill, toast the buns

Place lettuce leaves on the bottom bun of each burger, then the cooked patty, melted cheese, sliced tomatoes, red onions, and pickles

Feel free to add more ketchup and mustard if you like

Put the other half of the bun on top and serve hot

Salted Chocolate Chip Cookies with a SECRET Ingredient! - The Ruffled Daisy

Elevate your classic chocolate chip cookies with a SECRET ingredient – finely ground freeze-dried strawberries! The Ruffled Daisy cookies are a delightful blend of sweet and slightly tangy flavors, enhanced by a sprinkle of flaky sea salt.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
• 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
• 1/4 cup secret ingredient finely ground freeze-dried strawberries
• Flaky sea salt, for sprinkling

Instructions:

Set the oven to 350F 175C and heat it up

Put parchment paper on the bottom of a baking sheet

Melt the butter and mix it with the brown sugar and white sugar in a bowl until the mixture is light and fluffy

Mix the egg and vanilla extract into the butter mixture by beating it in well

Mix the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt together in a different bowl

Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet ones and mix them together until they are just combined

Add the chocolate chips, chopped nuts, and finely ground freeze-dried strawberries this is the secret ingredient slowly

Place tablespoon-sized balls of cookie dough on the baking sheet that has been prepared, leaving some space between each cookie

Spread out each cookie a little with the back of a spoon, and then add a pinch of flaky sea salt to each one

Put it in an oven that is already hot and bake it for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown

After taking the cookies out of the oven, let them cool for a few minutes on the baking sheet

Then, move them to a wire rack to cool all the way down

Enjoy these tasty Salted Chocolate Chip Cookies that have a sneaky hint of the secret ingredient!