Party dessert ideas!

Feels SOO good to be back! I got some really good news today, had lunch with a new friend and really enjoyed this weather! ...so let's celebrate by kicking this party back on with some great summer party dessert ideas!

Who doesn't think of banana splits when you think of summer?! Wouldn't this fun presentation look great on top of a scope of ice cream?!  Source and tutorial  (buy sticks here - link)

How about serving these beautiful bites?!  Meringue "bowls" with an orange or lemon curd (note: I can eat the curd by itself, you don't even need to make me anything to hold it lol!) Source

Who can say no to anything related to s'mores?!  These strawberry "s'mores" would not only be a fan favorite, but they are almost too beautiful to eat! Source and tutorial

Have you ever seen these pineapple flowers? I always swear I am going to make them and always forget about them! Definitely going on my to-do list this summer! Source and tutorial






















 

Happy National Pie Day! Add a pie to your party!

Eclairs might be the new "cupcake"...but there's always room for pie! heehee In celebration of National Pie day today, here is some inspiration...

Nervous about pulling off a whole pie? Let's look at ways to ease you in ;o)

Serve the pie in "pieces"! Pie crust as "dippers" and the filling in a bowl... Source and recipe

Cut pie pieces and add a dollop of filling and whipped cream for an easy, pretty serving option! Source and recipe

Not all pies have to be sweet! Make these mini Shepherd's Pie! Mini cupcake tins and pre-made pie dough can give you the perfect start! Source and recipe

Still nervous? Pick up some pre-boxed pies and use a bit of washi tape & a wooden spoon or fork to "Frost" it up a bit! Source (buy spoons here - link)

















 

Fall/Thanksgiving Desserts

It's finally warming back up towards Fall weather here! I don't know about you, but I am in full Thanksgiving dreaming mode! What desserts are you going to make? Have a yearly tradition?

Here are a few desserts that might inspire you for your Fall or Thanksgiving event!

How clever are these?! Sweet potato casserole bites! Great bite- sized dessert to leave room for even more! Source and recipe

Mini chocolate mousses would be an excellent choice too! Could even substitute a more seasonal flavor like pumpkin or caramel! Source and recipe

Pumpkin brownies made in muffin tins give a clean, easy single serve method! Source and recipe

My hubby hates bread pudding (you are asking how could I marry him then, right?! lol) I LOVE LOVE bread pudding! This gingerbread eggnog bread pudding sounds like it would be a crowd impresser!  Source and recipe










 

Dessert Bar: Apples

We are SOOO loving our Fall days here! I hope we get a long Fall! Especially would be nice not have to the heating bill kick in too fast!

When you think Fall, you have to think apples! At your next event's dessert bar, ensure to include apples! Here's a few ideas to Frost yours!

Candy apple dipping station?! Hello?! GENIUS! Just think of the possibilities of dips and toppings! Source

Set up the toppings bar with lots of fun choices... sprinkles to nuts to chocolate chips...and throw some fun curve balls like pretzels and chips for that sweet/salty approach! Source

Make sure to serve up some apple cider! ...don't forget to decorate with apples too!

Speaking of decorating with the apples... how fantastic is this simple idea of topping each cider cup with an apple? Takes the ordinary into festive! Source


















 

Party Desserts: Happy Extra Dessert Day!!!

What the!?! Who knew and never told me!!! Today is Extra Dessert Day, a.k.a. Hello Heaven day! heehee... in celebration here are some party dessert inspirations... p.s. if you normally eat two, you can have THREE today because it isn't 2 serving day, it's an EXTRA dessert day ;o)

Are you drooling like that drizzle is?! Frozen banana split bites! Source and recipe

Espresso creme brulee anyone?! Yes please! p.s. I love the little rustic touches on this one! Source and recipe




These are tiny... 5 or 6 wouldn't hurt ;o) .... Mudslide and brownie trifle.  Hint: if you don't want to bake, buy a few store bought cakes, puddings, peanut butter or fillings and serve up in mini glasses... just don't forget to ditch the evidence before the guests arrive! If you don't want to cheat: Source and recipe

 ...and if you know me, you know chocolate cake is my weakness, so I have to leave you on that note! These high hats look worthy of at least 2... or 3 ;o)  Source and recipe










 

Mini Party Desserts!

Sorry guys! My stepson (10 years old) arrived from TX for the summer and WOW does it turn our worlds upside down! AND on top of it, it's my husband's bday! WOOT!!! Happy Bday Husband!

So since my man has a HUGE sweet tooth... I'll dedicate today's post to desserts! Don't forget about older, but still fresh!, Frosting for party desserts here (link)

These are SUCH a perfect idea - mini pies!!! Just cut out pie crust with a cookie cutter, dab filling, dab of whipcream and finish off with some garnish!  You can make any combination (and just cheat and buy some premade fridge crust!) Source and recipe

 Another easy idea... sliced apples with caramel filling and chocolate drizzle! Source and recipe

Can NEVER go wrong with chocolate! These mini pots of chocolate pots de creme look amazing! Source and recipe

Keep on with the chocolate! ... dip marshmallows in chocolate and drizzle with contrasting chocolate (even dip them in cookie crumbs, candy cane, nuts, coconut, etc) for an inexpensive and yummy mini bite! (also love this dollar store tray she Frosted with chalkbaord paint! genius!) Source













 
 

Simple party desserts!

Did anyone else have an AMAZING weather day?!? WOOT SPRING!!! So I  admit that sometimes even I get intimidated by some of the desserts people whip up and I consider myself pretty adventurous in the kitchen! So here is a collection of desserts even the most novice can attempt!

Fluffer nutter bites! Mix a few ingredients (see source), wrap around marshmallow and roll in nuts! ta-da! YUMMY! Source and recipe

Use leftover brownies (even made from a box mix!)... roll into a ball, and roll into different toppings for Brownie Truffles!!! Source and tutorial

Buy pre-made brownie bites or make from box mix... melt chocolate wafers (from craft store) and dip just half in... if you want to get fancy, use a spoon or lolli stick and drizzle a contrasting chocolate to create stripes.  Source unknown :o(

Buy icecream sandwiches or even just cookies, use tissue paper, fabric, cupcake wrappers, insert a lolli stick, tie off with a bow! Everyone will look past the fact you didn't make the actual treat ;o)  ...if you insist on making from scratch... Source and recipe

Appetizers/Desserts... in cones!

You know I am a sucker for presentation! Here are some ideas to Frost your next appetizer/dessert table...using cones!

Wrap up anything (including these wrap "pizzas") and serve in a fancy display to add instant awesomeness! Source (display rack here)

How clever is this!? Just stab the mini cone into sliced fruit (or veg) to help it stand upright! Source

You could also use napkin rings as your stability! You could even do shot glasses or anything round! Source

Fill cones with fudge and wrap up pretty to create favors! Source

Desserts - Fruits being bad!

Hope everyone had a great Valentine's Day! It got me thinking about chocolate covered strawberries... so here are a few ways to turn that healthy fruit a little naughty ;o)

Apple slices are a great snack... but chocolate covered apple slices coated in nuts and coconut is a party! Source

Strawberries have great health benefits... so dipping in burleed marshmallow cream will help encourage you and your guests to eat more ;o)  Source and tutorial

Bananas are sweet on their own, but rolling in all these goodies would make them even sweeter! Source and recipe