These desserts may not all be red, white and blue, but I promise they are crowd pleasers. An will fill your belly up. And leave you wanting more. And they may hurt your teeth. In a good way.
Not-Chocolate Dipped Strawberries
Love the variety of these strawberries. There is always something for everyone! Even the pickiest of eaters. Unless that picky eater hates strawberries. In that case. . . well, that’s not possible, right?
Summer = cookouts and bonfires and cookouts and bonfires = s’mores. And these brownies are even more fun that regular ole’ s’mores. And worse for your waistline. It all evens out.
The peppermint patties must be kept cold, so they are a tasty, refreshing treat on those hot summer days. Especially if you are like me and sweat like a man. Or, you are a man.
Strawberry-Lime Stuffed Cupcakes
Much more fun that regular cupcakes. You could top this with blueberries for a red, white and blue theme, too.
Chewies are one of my favorite desserts. But they go fast. Make sure to bake a lot of them. Especially if I’m coming to your party.
Ah, finally – here we have some red, white and blue. These are such a fabulous recipe, but must be kept cold up until serving time. I promise they are worth it – and they can be made days ahead of time.
How are you celebrating your weekend? What are you making that is delicious?
Have a fabulous 4th of July!
I’m Jessica and this is where I share my stuff. You will find a balance of healthy recipes, comfort food and indulgent desserts.
The Strawberry-Lime Stuffed Cupcakes are delicious and a big hit when I serve them…can’t wait to make the Homemade Peppermint Patties!
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Mmm, peppermint patties. They look wonderful! Have a great holiday weekend!
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Lol I just drooled on my seat a little bit. For me, July 4th is about some delicious grass fed burgers hot off the grill. Making some for the family tomorrow!
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I don’t even like chocolate all that much and I just WANT a smores brownie :)
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These would all be perfect for Nick and my house-warming party on Saturday! Instead, we are making a sheet cake (haha, no, my neighbor is making one!) that has the “flag” on it. I made boring brownies, but they taste fabulous! I wish I had the time and patience to make those peppermint patties, or the strawberries….maybe next year I will be more organized!
Have a happy Fourth Jessica!
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I love those strawberries, I could eat so many of those. I am going to the beach and hanging out with friends and family! Have a good one!
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Chocolate Chewies??? WOW – they sound totally up my alley!
I have 2 picnics to go to on Sunday so it’s a sure bet I’ll be bringing some form of dessert – mayyyyybe some chocolate chewies. :)
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Fabulous is the word! I want to try those strawberries – it’d be fun to have a “dip your own strawberry” themed party where you invite friends over and come up with interesting toppings. I know what I’m doing for my next party :D
Wei-Wei
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You have THE BEST ideas.
I hope your 4th of July weekend is delicious!
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Smores + brownies = genius!
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Helloooo lime strawberry cupcakes! These all look delish…have a happy (and sweet) 4th!
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Keith has been begging (yes begging) me to make your Smore’s brownies. I have been holding it over his head for a while now…haha…
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Holy eff this makes me want to have a Fourth of July party so badly. I’m going to Long Island for a party at a friends’ house, but I can guarantee there won’t be anything as delicious as this there!!!
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I kid you not…my sister feels about fruit the way you feel about veggies. I love them both, but can almost understand someone not liking veggies. Fruit is just ridiculous. Anyway, I’m so glad you reminded me that I need make those peppermint patties. And lastly, I thought you would be proud to know that I have 5 desserts planned for the 4th cookout I’m hosting. And none of them include fruit salad. I hate when people try to pass that off as “dessert”. Haha. Okay, I’ve said my peace.
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Jessica — July 2nd, 2010 @ 5:53 am
And this is why I love you.
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I think I’ll take one (or two) of each, thanks! ;)
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So I’ll be coming over to your place for the 4th… Actually, my boyfriend has promised to grill so HE will be doing all the cooking!
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have a SWEET 4th !!
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no idea yet what i’m making that’s delicious, but i’m inspired to do the s’mores brownies again! they are soooooooo good!
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“they are crowd pleasers. And will fill your belly up. And leave you wanting more. And they may hurt your teeth”
that’s what she said.
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Oh my golly, are you making ALL of these treats?? They look awesome!! I am making cupcakes with cool whip and strawberries :)
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OMG, all of these look amazing.
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Wowzers. Seriously this is one of the most scrumptious posts I’ve ever seen. I’m drooling over the S’mores Brownies and Ice Cream Crepes. You’re recipes are so great – I want to try everything :)
Happy fourth!!
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These are amazing summer desserts! So glad I stumbled upon your blog :)
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Hey, just stumbled across your blog a week ago and loove it! I just made your S’more brownies last night for a camping trip this weekend and cannot wait to dig in. Silly question though, how did you get the marshmallows to cut so nicely without them sticking to the knife? Thanks!
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Jessica — July 2nd, 2010 @ 9:22 am
I sprayed it with Pam, but they were still pretty gooey!
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Ahhh, your recipes are just too amazing…what are YOU making this weekend!?
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Jessica — July 2nd, 2010 @ 9:22 am
I have no clue, I just fly by the seat of my pants!
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Okay, I was planning on making a fruit pizza for my family for the 4th. I just may have to scratch that and go with the s’mores brownies instead. They catch me every time I see them.
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Love this collection of foods. I could eat them all, probably at the same time. There is no such thing as too sweet- that’s like too rich to me!
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Those smores brownies…mmm, good. I love smores. Havent had any in 25 yrs. Damn. Must change that!
xoxo
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Have a good holiday!
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droolworthy!
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Omigosh I wish I could pay you to come cook for me EVERY DAY.
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Oh geez. I’m having to refrain fyself from licking the screen. All of these look so delicious! Especially the s’mores brownies and nonchocolate dipper strawberries..and the chocolate chewies..and the crepes..and the..
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Jessica –
I saw two things and thought of you today.
1) http://www.food52.com/recipes/3968_bacon_cheddar_bread
and
2) At a BBQ at my office today, and there was an ice cream truck with some unique flavors. I have a picture on my blog – check it out! http://kaitlinwithhoney.wordpress.com/2010/07/02/no-bbq-bbq/
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I’m drooling! I think I might even make these for my next girls’ night in…or just for myself :-P Deeeelish!
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Mmm can I come to your house for the 4th? ;)
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Ok. I just finished dinner but I’m salivating at these images!!! YUM! Just send a little sugar my way, I mean, that’s all I’m asking! lol. Keep up the awesomeness.
http://whittleandslim.wordpress.com/
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Homemade peppermint patties sounds like my kind of sweet treat.
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Beauty. I want to frame all of these desserts and hang them as art in my house. Happy 4th weekend!
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oh my – how wonderful! I want those strawberries…..NOW ;)
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All of ‘em….I want to try all these goodies again and again. Not sure where I would start as they all look fabulous!! Have a wonderful 4th of July holiday. xo
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Oh my gosh, the strawberry lime cupcakes look delicious!!
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these are ALL CALLING MY NAME
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Oh man…these look devilishly delicious. Perfect ideas for the weekend!
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I’ve been looking for a chocolate chewie recipe, I’ll have to try this one this weekend. Have a great 4th!
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LOVE the strawberry idea—never would have thought of it! And I’m totally going to make those brownies! My bf’s 30th is in a month, and we’re going to have a week at the beach with his family and friends—I need to impress them with my domestic skills..thanks for the ideas :)
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Those strawberries look SO GOOD. Love the new idea of dipping, I’ve been stuck with the chocolate ones :P
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You know I love your ’round up’s’ right??? Total perfection. You rock girl!!
Blessings-
Amanda
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