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homemade vegan hot cocoa mix

Dec 8, 2021 · Leave a Comment

This simple Homemade Vegan Hot Cocoa Mix requires just 3 ingredients and comes together in a few minutes. It's creamy, rich, and delicious!

Hello friends! Long time, no see! I am back just in time to share some Christmas treats with you guys. Based on recipes of years past, you'd be correct in guessing that Christmas is my absolute favorite time of the year. I couldn't let it pass without making some goodies for y'all! Today's post is a super simple recipe for Homemade Vegan Hot Cocoa Mix. All you need is 3 ingredients and like, 3 minutes to whip this up. So easy and so delicious! Let's go make it!

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pink pitaya protein smoothie

Apr 21, 2021 · Leave a Comment

This Pink Pitaya Protein Smoothie is simple to make, delicious, and satisfying. The bright color and sweet, refreshing flavor are perfect for spring!

Hi friends and happy Wednesday! I have the prettiest and easiest drink to share with you today... this gorgeous Pink Pitaya Protein Smoothie recipe! I can't even handle that stunning neon pink, all-natural color. This beverage is so simple to make, and it tastes absolutely delicious. You just need a handful of ingredients to make this smoothie, which makes for a perfect breakfast, healthy treat, or after-workout snack. Let's go make it!

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vegan red velvet hot cocoa

Feb 12, 2021 · Leave a Comment

This sweet and simple Vegan Red Velvet Hot Cocoa is a perfect treat for Valentine's Day! No food coloring needed here - the mixture is dyed with beet powder.

Happy Friday my loves! Valentine's Day is almost here, and I have one more sweet and simple treat to share with you today for v-day. This Vegan Red Velvet Hot Cocoa is fun, delicious, and so quick to make! It takes just a few minutes to prepare and it's a great sweet something to share with your significant other (or your kids). And for a special something, add in some almond milk Bailey's... I have a feeling it'll be delicious!

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vampire's kiss cocktail {cherry lime kombucha sour}

Oct 22, 2020 · Leave a Comment

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This Vampire's Kiss Cocktail is fun, a little spooky, and so delicious! This drink combines dark cherry syrup & cherry kombucha with fresh lime juice and bourbon for an easy and tasty beverage.

Hello my beautiful friends and happy Thursday! Today's offering for #SpookyOctober is a cocktail and I am so excited to share. I have paired up with JoyJolt to show off their gorgeous Black Swan line of glasses with this fun Vampire's Kiss Cocktail - a cherry lime kombucha sour! This drink is so easy to make, and I just love the bright red hue. The flavors are perfect even for summer, but pour this cocktail into a black-hued martini glass and all the sudden it's Halloween glam. Gotta love a versatile queen like this one 😉

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purple basil gin fizz

Aug 24, 2020 · Leave a Comment

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This Purple Basil Gin Fizz is as pretty as it is delicious! Refreshing lemon, purple basil syrup, and floral gin come together for this light and sophisticated cocktail.

Happy Monday, my loves! I am so incredibly excited to be sharing a brand new recipe today, in partnership with Empress 1908 Gin! This beautiful gin is made with butterfly pea blossom, which gives it the gorgeous indigo color... and it also means that it changes color to a bright fuchsia when mixed with something acidic. This is basically cocktail alchemy! To show off the magical colors, I have created this Purple Basil Gin Fizz, made with purple basil simple syrup, lemon juice, lemon sparkling water, and Empress 1908 gin for a layered, colorful cocktail. It might sound simple, but it's delicious and just so.dang.pretty!

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super simple green smoothie

Jul 30, 2020 · Leave a Comment

This Super Simple Green Smoothie is an easy and delicious way to eat more veggies! The flavor of spinach and baby kale are disguised by banana, berries, and pineapple.

Hi friends and happy Thursday! I am excited to be sharing this new post with y'all today, as it's something I make on a regular basis... usually multiple times a week, if not daily! This Super Simple Green Smoothie is my go-to for a quick breakfast, mid-morning snack, or to calm those pre-dinner munchies. It calls for some basic ingredients that you most likely have in the house - and if not, it's easy to substitute! I felt like this recipe was too easy to share, but one of my friends posted recently that she was looking for easy smoothie ideas so here we are. Watch this become my next viral sensation 😂

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watermelon mint frozen margaritas

Jul 17, 2020 · 2 Comments

Beat the heat with these gorgeous and refreshing Watermelon Mint Frozen Margaritas! Frozen watermelon is blended with tequila, lime juice, and a fresh mint syrup for a fun cocktail.

Happy Friday my beautiful friends! I don't know about where y'all live, but here in Texas it has been H-O-T hot!! Like, disgustingly so. I don't like to spend any time outside if I can help it cause it's just not enjoyable in the least. The small silver lining to this heat wave, however, is that we get to be creative with how we cool off and stay hydrated. And these gorgeous Watermelon Mint Frozen Margaritas are totally at the top of my list of beverages of choice! Refreshing, delicious, and oh-so-pretty. I have a feeling they will become your favorite too!

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easy French press cold brew coffee

Jun 26, 2020 · 2 Comments

Making cold brew at home has never been simpler! This French Press Cold Brew Coffee uses a french press to make brewing quick, easy, and mess-free.

Happy Friday, friends! I am back to blogging, and I have one of my favorite easy "recipes" for you today. Since the weather turned warm, I've been on a big iced coffee kick, and this Easy French Press Cold Brew Coffee has been my favorite way to make it! I can easily mix this up the night before, let it chill and brew overnight, and it is ready to drink in the morning. It seriously could not be simpler, and I am obsessed!

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raspberry coconut mojitos

Jun 17, 2020 · Leave a Comment

These Raspberry Coconut Mojitos are super simple, delicious, and so refreshing. They are the perfect cool drink on a hot summer night!

Happy Wednesday my loves, and welcome to another recipe for #BerryWeek! As it often happens each year when the weather gets hot, my motivation to cook complicated and lengthy recipes goes absolutely out the window. Just like the super simple crisp that I shared on Monday, these Raspberry Coconut Mojitos are crazy easy and take just a few minutes to whip up! They are the perfect refreshing drink to enjoy on the patio on a warm night.

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raspberry almond cold brew latte

Mar 26, 2020 · Leave a Comment

This post is sponsored in conjunction with #SpringSweetsWeek. I received product samples from sponsor companies to help in the creation of the #SpringSweetsWeek recipes. All opinions are mine alone.

There's no need to head to the coffeeshop when you can make gourmet coffee right at home! This Raspberry Almond Cold Brew Latte combines sweet flavored coffee with almond milk and whipped coconut cream for a fancy, delicious drink!

Hi friends and welcome back for day three of #SpringSweetsWeek! Today, I have a sweet and simple recipe for you, Raspberry Almond Cold Brew Latte! If you've been missing your fancy coffeeshop drinks with what's been going on, this homemade version is sure to hit the spot. I used Door County Coffee's Raspberry Almond Coffee and combined it with almond milk, vanilla syrup, and whipped coconut-almond cream for the ultimate fancy latte. I then sprinkled on some fresh raspberries and almond slivers for a fun finish!

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strawberry hibiscus margaritas

Feb 14, 2020 · 1 Comment

These fun, fresh Strawberry Hibiscus Margaritas taste like summer! Homemade strawberry hibiscus syrup is mixed with tequila, triple sec, and lime juice for a delicious cocktail. #MargaritaWeekend

Heelllooo buddies and happy Valentine's Day! And also happy Friday! I am so excited to be participating in a fun event today celebrating National Margarita Weekend! This fun "holiday" falls on the 3rd weekend of February each year, and this year it just happens to line up with Valentine's 🙂 You know I can't resist a good PINK cocktail, so I made these Strawberry Hibiscus Margaritas for the occasion. Homemade strawberry-hibiscus syrup is shaken up with tequila, triple sec, and lime juice to create a stunning magenta cocktail. I tend to always favor a strawberry margarita, so you can bet these will be on repeat in my house!

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holiday red wine sangria

Nov 19, 2019 · 1 Comment

This simple Holiday Red Wine Sangria is always a hit! It takes just a few minutes to mix up, but it's much more fun and festive than bringing a bottle of wine to a party.

Hello my dear friends and happy Tuesday! I am continuing on the Thanksgiving train, and today we are talking about BEVERAGES! Aka one of the most important and essential components of any holiday dinner. My husband and I have always done Thanksgiving at his parents' house, and my responsibility for the past few years has been the sangria and the dessert. Since I am working this year on Thanksgiving (wah), I figured I'd just get on it sooner and make my famous Holiday Red Wine Sangria for the blog instead! This drink is so easy to make and it is always a huge hit.

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cotton candy sparkler cocktail

Nov 8, 2019 · Leave a Comment

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Cotton Candy Sparkler Cocktails take just a couple of minutes to make, and they are delicious and so much fun! Serve with a cotton candy garnish for a festive twist.

Happy Fri-YAY, friends! I am so excited to be sharing my SECOND recipe with Amoretti today, which is super simple and so fun for the holiday season coming up {or honestly... anytime}. Say hello to these gorgeous Cotton Candy Sparkler Cocktails! They are dead simple, and just require vodka, sparkling water, and Amoretti Cotton Candy flavoring. The real show-stopping factor for these is the presentation! Rim your glasses with sparkling pink sugar, and have fun tossing tufts of cotton candy into the drink and watching them disappear. I am just obsessed with these on every level. L O V E .

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hard cider iced tea

Sep 20, 2019 · 6 Comments

This recipe is intended for readers over 21 years of age. This post and recipe were created for #AppleWeek! I was sent products by some of the sponsor companies but as always opinions are 100% mine. #SipBySip #ad

This Hard Cider Iced Tea is super easy to make, and tastes so crisp and refreshing. It is perfect for cooling off on a warm fall day!

Hi friends and happy FRI-YAY! I can't believe that #AppleWeek is already coming to a close! I have had so much fun sharing apple recipes with you guys, and I hope you've enjoyed them too 🙂 If you are needing a quick recap, I shared these Apple Almond Pancakes with Apple Maple Syrup on Monday, and this gorgeous Apple Cream Cheese Braid on Wednesday. Today's final treat is Hard Cider Iced Tea, which is super easy to make and SO refreshing!

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homemade blueberry lime margaritas

Jul 17, 2019 · 5 Comments

These Homemade Blueberry Lime Margaritas are super easy to make and packed with fresh fruit... that means they're healthy, right? They're the perfect accompaniment to sitting on the porch with some chips and guac!

Happy Wednesday, buddies! #BlueberryWeek continues today, and you know I just couldn't let the whole week pass without an ode to my favorite cocktail - the margarita! Today's treat is these super easy Homemade Blueberry Lime Margaritas! Freshly squeezed lime juice and pureed blueberries come out to play with tequila, Cointreau, and some agave syrup for a refreshing summer sipper. The rim could only be coated in sugar, of course!

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berry popsicle cocktails

Jun 4, 2019 · Leave a Comment

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These easy & quick Berry Popsicle Cocktails will become your go-to drink for summer! Simple to customize, and so fun for entertaining!

Hiiii friends and happy Tuesday! I am calling today Thirsty Tuesday so that I can share these delicious {and ridiculously easy} cocktails. Say hello to your new favorite summer drink - Berry Popsicle Cocktails! All you need is berries, popsicles, and your wine of choice. Pour and drink up! The popsicles add flavor to your wine of course, but they also chill it, so it's a great drink for a hot summer night!

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iced lavender latte

Apr 23, 2019 · 1 Comment

This post is sponsored in conjunction with #BrunchWeek. I received product samples from sponsor companies to aid in the creation of the #Brunchweek recipes. All opinions are mine alone. #ad #Torani #JoyJolt #DrinkForJoy

This Iced Lavender Latte takes just minutes to make, and rivals your coffee shop brew! The subtle floral lavender & vanilla notes lend such a lovely spring flavor.

Happy Tuesday, buddies! It's day two of #BrunchWeek and I have a yummy drink for you - Iced Lavender Latte! This cold coffee drink is super easy to make, and has a lovely subtle lavender flavor for a perfectly springy way to start the day. No need to mess with making your own flavoring or anything, either - Torani has you covered! Their delicious lavender and vanilla syrups will have your iced coffee ready in a pinch. Just as important as the drink you serve, however... is WHAT you serve it in! I was gifted these gorgeous Stella glasses from JoyJolt and they worked perfectly in this recipe!

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blood orange berry sangria

Apr 11, 2019 · 4 Comments

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This bright and delicious Blood Orange Berry Sangria combines rosè wine with homemade orange syrup and fresh berries for a refreshing drink.

Happy happy Thursday! Welcome to day four of #EasterBrunchWeek, friends. We are taking it easy today with a delicious batch of Blood Orange Berry Sangria, made in this gorgeous Grosche pitcher! All you need is some dry rosè wine, blood oranges, berries, and a secret weapon we will make ourselves... blood orange syrup. It's delicious and so, so simple to make! Let's get to work.

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vegan date sweetened hot cocoa

Jan 25, 2019 · 13 Comments

This Vegan Date Sweetened Hot Cocoa requires just 3 simple ingredients and a few minutes of prep to create a thick and chocolatey drink!

Hi buddies! Another Friday, another installment of the Winter Warm-Up Drink Series! Earlier this month, I shared a tea drink and an iced coffee... so it only made sense that it's now time for a cup of hot cocoa! This Vegan Date-Sweetened Hot Cocoa requires just 3 ingredients and a few minutes to create a thick, rich chocolatey drink. Just use your favorite non-dairy milk, blend in some dates to add some no-sugar-added sweetness, and finish off with a few spoonfuls of cacao powder. I topped mine with vegan almond milk whipped cream, but it's also perfect in its simplicity. Have you ever tried a drink or dessert that was sweetened with dates?

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small batch vanilla cinnamon cold brew latte

Jan 18, 2019 · 5 Comments

Change up your morning routine with a cup of warmly spiced Vanilla Cinnamon Cold Brew Latte! It can be enjoyed iced or hot so you can drink it all year long!

Hi friends and happy Friday! I am super excited to have another episode of #WarmUpDrinks today! This has been such a fun project as drink recipes are usually such an afterthought for me, and when I do make drinks... well, they're usually cocktails. LOL. So forcing myself to come up with warm wintery drinks has been a really nice challenge! Today, I have this fabulous Small Batch Vanilla Cinnamon Cold Brew Latte! It's super simple to make and so good. Trust me on this.

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dirty earl grey latte

Jan 4, 2019 · 5 Comments

Need an extra pep in your step in the morning? This Dirty Earl Grey Latte is sure to do the trick. A cozy, floral tea latte is spiked with a shot of espresso for a boost of caffeine!

Hiiii friends and happy FIRST FRIDAY of the new year! I've missed y'all! Seems like I haven't been on here since 2018 😉 I have so many amazing things planned for you guys this year, as well as big changes for me. My wedding is in March, so definitely expect more wedding things to be shared on the blog as the big day gets closer! I am also currently doing #Veganuary for January which is super exciting. So for this month, this blog is strictly VEGAN RECIPES ONLY! But feel free to peruse the archives for everything else your heart may desire 🙂 To kick things off, I am sharing this Dirty Earl Grey Latte for a nice hefty punch of caffeine to start the year!

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vanilla & spice hot mulled wine

Dec 12, 2018 · Leave a Comment

This recipe is intended for individuals ages 21 & up. Please drink responsibly. This post is sponsored in conjunction with ChristmasSweetsWeek. I received product samples from sponsor companies to aid in the creation of the ChristmasSweetsWeek recipes. All opinions are mine alone.

This Vanilla & Spice Hot Mulled Wine is so simple to make, and perfect for entertaining guests this holiday season! You just need some wine, spices, and fresh fruit!

Happy Wednesday, friends! #ChristmasSweetsWeek continues today, and I have a super simple, delicious recipe for you. This Vanilla & Spice Hot Mulled Wine is warm, comforting, and the perfect drink for entertaining a crowd this holiday season! All you need is some strong red wine {the forgotten bottle in the back of your fridge is perfect}, fresh oranges and apples, a bunch of cozy spices, and Torani vanilla syrup. Just toss it all in a big pot, and let it simmer away until you're ready to drink. So easy!

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prickly pear margaritas

Oct 12, 2018 · 3 Comments

Kick off the weekend with these beautiful, refreshing Prickly Pear Margaritas, made with freshly juiced prickly pears!

Hi friends and happy FRI-YAY! I am so pumped to be sharing these absolutely gorgeous cocktails today. To celebrate the almost-weekend, I have made you these fabulous Prickly Pear Margaritas! Prickly pears are not the most common fruit out there, but if you can get your hands on them... never let them go! These little fruits are so sweet, juicy, and that bright pink color is to die for! You can eat them as-is, of course, but everything is better in a margarita. 😉 Let's go make them!

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vanishing candy corn cocktails

Oct 5, 2018 · 3 Comments

This post and recipe was created for #HalloweenTreatsWeek! I was sent samples by some of the sponsor companies but as always opinions are 100% mine. This recipe is for adults 21 and older and does contain alcohol. #ad

Whip up some spooky Halloween fun with these Vanishing Candy Corn Cocktails! Watch the cotton candy garnish melt away as you pour Prosecco on top!

Hi friends and happy Friday! I can't believe today is already the last day of #HalloweenTreatsWeek. Wah! It went by so fast, but honestly it has been SO much fun! I loved creating and sharing all these fun Halloween treats with you guys, and for the grand finale, I brought cocktails. Oh yes I did. These Vanishing Candy Corn Cocktails just require some candy corn, Cointreau, Prosecco, and the secret ingredient - COTTON CANDY. They're super simple to make but very tasty, and such a fun party trick!

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