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Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• High-Protein Snack: Packed with plain Greek yogurt, offering around 19g of protein per serving to keep you full and energized.
• 5-Minute Recipe: Quick and easy to whip up in 5 minutes with simple pantry staples—no baking or electric mixers required.
• Single-Serve & Zero Cleanup: Blend the ingredients directly in your single-serve yogurt container for an effortless individual treat.
• Guilt-Free Cookie Dough Flavor: Captures that nostalgic monster cookie dough taste made with creamy peanut butter, brown sugar, and mini M&Ms without raw eggs or flour.
• Customizable & Versatile: Perfect as an afternoon snack, post-workout treat, or dessert dip paired with fresh fruit, pretzels, or graham crackers.

The Science of Cookie Dough Dip Texture

If the dip feels too runny: Liquid sweeteners (honey/maple syrup) or non-fat yogurt with high whey content. Fix: Fold in 1 tablespoon of protein powder or 1 tablespoon of PB2, then chill for 10 minutes.

If the dip tastes too tangy: Natural tartness of plain Greek yogurt. Fix: Add a pinch of fine sea salt and an extra 1/4 teaspoon of vanilla extract to neutralize sour notes.

If the sugar feels gritty: Sugar crystals haven’t dissolved into the fat layer. Fix: Whisk the peanut butter, vanilla, and brown sugar together first before stirring in the cold yogurt.

Serving & Pairing Checklist

• Crunchy Dippers: Mini pretzel twists, graham crackers, waffle cone pieces, mini chocolate chip cookies.
• Fresh Fruit: Honeycrisp apple slices, strawberry halves, banana coins (fresh or dried).
• Spoonable Toppings: Mini M&Ms, mini dark chocolate chips, toasted rolled oats or granola.

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Monster Cookie Dough Dip

Greek Yogurt Monster Cookie Dough Dip is packed with protein! Use your favorite nut butter and sweetener. Top with your favorite mix-ins to enjoy this sweet treat!

Course Breakfast, Snack

Cuisine American

Keyword cookie dough, greek yogurt

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Total Time 5 minutes minutes

Servings 1 serving

Calories 417kcal

Author Katrina Bahl

Ingredients

• 2/3 cup plain Greek yogurt 1 single-serve container
• 1 Tablespoon brown sugar
• 1 Tablespoon creamy peanut butter or 1 Tablespoon peanut butter powder
• 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 pinch sea salt optional
• 1 tablespoon chocolate chips
• 1 tablespoon chocolate candies like mini M&Ms
• 1 tablespoon granola

Instructions

• Blend the Flavor Base: In a small bowl (or directly inside your yogurt container), WHISK together the brown sugar, peanut butter, vanilla extract, and sea salt until smooth.
• Combine the Yogurt: Stir in the Greek yogurt until completely smooth and creamy.
• Add Mix-Ins: Fold in the mini chocolate chips, mini candy-coated chocolates, and granola.
• Serve or Chill: Serve immediately with apple slices or pretzels, or chill for 15 minutes to deepen the flavors.

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Nutrition

Calories: 417kcal | Carbohydrates: 47g | Protein: 19g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 8mg | Sodium: 190mg | Potassium: 405mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 38g | Vitamin A: 23IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 207mg | Iron: 1mg

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I make this cookie dough dip ahead of time? Yes! Store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Stir gently before serving. Wait to add the granola until right before serving to keep it crunchy.

Why is my Greek yogurt cookie dough dip runny? The thickness of your dip depends on liquid sweeteners like honey or maple syrup that break down the structure of Greek yogurt. Stick to brown sugar and full-fat Greek yogurt, or stir in 1 tablespoon of peanut butter powder (PB2) to thicken it. We also suggest using full-fat Greek yogurt.

Is this dip gluten-free? The base recipe is naturally gluten-free as long as you choose certified gluten-free granola and gluten-free candy mix-ins.

Is it safe to eat raw cookie dough dip? Yes! Traditional cookie dough poses risks because of raw eggs (which can carry salmonella) and untreated raw flour. This Greek yogurt version uses no eggs or flour, making it 100% safe to eat straight from the bowl.

Base Swap Customization Guide

Customize this dip to fit your dietary goals by swapping your base, sweetener, and fats:

For a Classic High-Protein dip, use whole milk plain Greek yogurt as your base, paired with 1 tablespoon of packed brown sugar and 1 tablespoon of creamy peanut butter. This combination gives you a thick, rich texture with that nostalgic cookie dough taste.

For a Macro-Friendly / Lower Calorie version, opt for 0% nonfat plain Greek yogurt. Swap the sugar for 1 tablespoon of a brown sugar alternative like Swerve or Lakanto, and use 1 tablespoon of powdered peanut butter (PB2) instead of regular peanut butter. This yields a lighter, fluffier dip with extra volume.

For an Ultra-Rich Dessert Style treat, start with vanilla Greek yogurt as your base. Reduce the brown sugar to 1/2 tablespoon and swap the peanut butter for 1 tablespoon of Biscoff cookie butter spread for a smooth, decadent dip with a warm graham-spiced flavor.

Traditional vs. Greek Yogurt Cookie Dough Dip

Traditional Dip: Classic party dips often rely on softened cream cheese, a 1/2 cup butter, and powdered sugar whipped together using a stand mixer with a paddle attachment or a hand mixer until fluffy.

Healthy Greek Yogurt Version: This lightened-up recipe skips the heavy fats and refined sugars! You don’t even need electrical appliances—just grab a bowl and a wooden spoon (or mix it right in the single-serve cup).

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Healthy Greek Yogurt Breakfast Popsicles are a fast, 4-ingredient morning treat packed with nutrient-dense, protein-rich Greek yogurt, milk, real fruit, and your favorite crunchy cereal. They take just 10 minutes of hands-on prep time, making them a delicious, make-ahead summer breakfast kids and adults love!

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Made Entirely in a Blender: Minimal cleanup, just blend, fold in cereal, and pour! Freeze overnight.

Only 4 Wholesome Staples: Made with bananas, Greek yogurt, milk, and cereal.

Protein & Essential Nutrients: Greek yogurt and milk deliver high-quality protein, calcium, and essential nutrients to keep you energized all morning.

Naturally Sweetened: Mashed banana adds natural sweetness and a creamier texture without needing extra refined sugar. Add fresh or frozen berries for even more nutrients. You can add 1 Tablespoon honey or maple syrup if you prefer a sweetener.

Fully Customizable: Swap the flavor of dairy milk or your favorite cereal to create your family’s signature morning blend. This popsicle recipe was tested with strawberry milk, but you can add fresh peaches, blueberries, or raspberries as well. Love cereal?! Try our Cereal Treat Easter Eggs

Great for Hot Summer Months: A cool, refreshing, hands-free breakfast you can prep ahead of time.

Ingredients Overview

• Banana: 1 medium-to-large ripe banana (or 2 small). Mashed banana provides natural sweetness and creaminess that keeps the popsicles soft enough to bite into.
• Greek Yogurt: 1 cup of plain or vanilla Greek yogurt. Greek yogurt adds a thick, velvety texture and packs an extra punch of protein.
• Milk: 1/2 cup of real dairy milk (strawberry milk, chocolate milk, or whole milk work great!).
• Dry Cereal: 1/2 cup of your favorite breakfast cereal (such as Fruity Pebbles, Cheerios, Cinnamon Toast Crunch, or Cocoa Pebbles).

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get creamy popsicles instead of icy ones? The secret to creamy, soft-freeze popsicles is using Greek yogurt, real dairy milk, and blended fruit. The natural fat and protein in real dairy prevent large ice crystals from forming, while the pectin and sugar in the ripe banana keep the popsicles velvety and easy to bite into rather than rock-hard.

Can I use regular milk instead of flavored milk? Yes! Whole milk, 2% milk, or skim milk all work wonderfully. You can add fresh or frozen strawberries for extra natural sweetness if using unflavored milk.

Can I make these in advance? Absolutely. Once frozen solid, store them right in their molds or transfer them to a freezer-safe Ziploc bag for up to 2 months.

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Milk and Cereal Breakfast Popsicles

Blend up these 4-ingredient Milk and Cereal Breakfast Popsicles in seconds! Made in a blender with Greek yogurt, real dairy milk, banana, and cereal.

Course Breakfast

Cuisine American

Keyword banana, dairy, greek yogurt, popsicle

Prep Time 10 minutes minutes

Total Time 8 hours hours

Servings 6 popsicles

Calories 59kcal

Author Katrina Bahl

Ingredients

• 1 large banana or 2 small
• 1 Cup Greek yogurt
• 1/2 Cup strawberry milk
• 1/2 Cup dry cereal

Instructions

• ADD the ripe banana, Greek yogurt, and real dairy milk into your blender. Blend on high speed for 20–30 seconds until completely smooth and creamy.
• Remove the blender lid or pitcher from the base. ADD the dry cereal and gently stir it into the mixture with a spatula (or replace the lid and shake by hand) so the cereal stays mostly whole for a fun crunch.
• POUR or spoon the mixture evenly into your favorite popsicle molds. Insert popsicle sticks and freeze for at least 8 hours (or overnight) until completely solid.

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Notes

Pro Tip for Easy Unmolding: Run warm water over the outside of the popsicle mold for 10–15 seconds to release the pops easily.

Add Extra Crunch: For a layered look, drop a small spoon of dry cereal directly into the bottom of each mold before pouring in the blender mixture. Continue with layers.

Texture: Don’t over-blend once the cereal is added! Folding it in by hand ensures you get distinct, crunchy cereal pieces throughout the pop. Sprinkle a few handfuls of cereal at the base of each popsicle before freezing.

Nutrition

Calories: 59kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 0.5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Trans Fat: 0.002g | Cholesterol: 4mg | Sodium: 31mg | Potassium: 151mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 89IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 63mg | Iron: 0.5mg

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Celebrate Dairy this Summer

What’s the difference between Greek yogurt and regular yogurt? Greek yogurt has twice the amount of protein as most regular yogurts, due to the straining process. Six ounces of Greek yogurt typically contains 14–17 grams of protein. Regular yogurt has 7–8 grams of protein in 6 ounces.

Is flavored milk healthy for my family? Flavored milk provides the same powerful package of 9 essential nutrients as white milk, and kids will drink more when it’s flavored! Studies show that children who drink flavored milk meet more of their nutrient needs; do not consume more added sugar, fat or calories; and are not heavier than non-milk drinkers. See how flavored milk stacks up to other beverages, such as juice and sports drinks.

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Green Smoothie Parfait Popsicles

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Strawberry coffee uses fresh strawberries or strawberry milk, making for a stinkingly gorgeous beverage. Try our Strawberry White Hot Chocolate or Strawberry Milk Bubble Tea if you like pink drinks.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

The seasonal Dunkin’ Donuts pink velvet macchiato drink inspired this recipe. The great news is that by making this popular latte at home, you can customize every detail and enjoy it year-round.

• Quick and easy recipe– Once you gather your ingredients for this strawberry iced latte or hot latte recipe, it will take minutes to make from start to finish!
• Only three ingredients– Strawberry milk or cream, espresso shots or strong coffee, and ice; that’s it! Add homemade whipped cream or a handheld frother to make cold foam.
• Stunning results– Treat yourself to this gorgeous coffee or serve it at brunch. Perfect for Valentine’s Day, Mother’s Day, or any Spring gathering. Your guests will swoon over this Pinterest-worthy drink, which will surely make the rounds on Instagram!

Ingredients and Substitutions

You can use fresh, ripe strawberries to make homemade strawberry syrup by simmering in a small saucepan over medium heat until reduced. Add sweetener or a splash of maple syrup, simple syrup, or vanilla extract to enhance the natural sweetness of the real strawberries. Blend in a high-speed blender. Strain seeds from your strawberry mixture if desired.

Alternatively, you can use strawberry syrup, which is found in most grocery stores, or splurge for red velvet syrup. The red velvet flavor differs by adding a hint of chocolate.

You can use any dairy that you prefer. Consider using half-and-half or creamer mixed with milk for a thick strawberry milk consistency. Make this a vegan latte using dairy-free milk; however, we only tested cow’s milk and cream for dairy. Popular options include almond milk, coconut milk, soy milk, and oat milk.

This recipe is most successful when using your favorite coffee beans. Of course, many stores carry great quality cold brew coffee. We use a Nespresso espresso machine for shots of bold espresso, but any strong brew will work. French press machines are another excellent option for strongly brewed coffee. If preparing larger quantities of iced coffee, store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

How to Make a Strawberry Latte

Scroll to the recipe card below for full instructions and an ingredient list on making this delicious drink. The prep time for iced and hot lattes is nearly the same.

Iced Strawberry Latte

• Fill your glass with ice. Larger ice cubes will not melt as quickly as crushed ice, leaving your drink less diluted.
• Pour approximately 6 ounces of strawberry milk (or milk with strawberry syrup mixture) over the ice.
• Top with a cold brew coffee or a double shot of espresso.
• Froth milk and add on top if desired.
• Stir with a glass straw before enjoying!

Hot Strawberry Latte

• Pour about 6 ounces of strawberry milk (or milk with strawberry syrup mixture) into your coffee mug.
• Use your favorite coffee beans to brew strong coffee or an espresso machine for a double shot directly on top of the strawberry milk. You will need about 2-3 ounces of coffee in total.
• Top with fresh whipped cream if desired.

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Strawberry Latte

Our Strawberry Latte can be enjoyed hot or iced. This pink velvet macchiato-style coffee is visually impressive and refreshing in taste. Make it in minutes!

Course Drinks

Cuisine American

Keyword coffee, strawberry

Prep Time 2 minutes minutes

Total Time 2 minutes minutes

Servings 1 serving

Calories 107kcal

Author Katrina Bahl

Ingredients

• 6 ounces milk or milk mixed with creamer
• 2 Tablespoons strawberry syrup or red velvet syrup
• 2 ounces espresso
• 1 cup ice optional

Instructions

Iced Strawberry Latte

• Fill your glass with ice.
• Pour approximately 6 ounces of strawberry milk (or milk with strawberry syrup mixture) over the ice.
• Top with a cold brew coffee or a double shot of espresso.
• Froth milk and add on top if desired. Stir with a glass straw before enjoying!

Hot Strawberry Latte

• Pour about 6 ounces of strawberry milk (or milk with strawberry syrup mixture) into your coffee mug.
• Use your favorite coffee beans to brew strong coffee or an espresso machine for a double shot directly on top of the strawberry milk. You will need about 2-3 ounces of coffee in total.
• Top with fresh whipped cream if desired.

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Nutrition

Calories: 107kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 6g | Sugar: 8g | Calcium: 217mg

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A Quick and Easy Breakfast

Overnight oats are a quick and easy way to meal-prep breakfasts for your family’s busy weekday mornings.

Soaking the oats in milk and yogurt gives you a quick, no-cook breakfast that can be refrigerated up to five days in advance. There are endless variations on overnight oats, so in this post, we will outline a basic recipe ratio and a unique “cereal milk” recipe that both kids and adults will love!

How to Make Cereal Milk Overnight Oats

1. Soak cereal and milk for up to 30 minutes in the refrigerator. Strain and store chilled until ready to use.
2. Combine old-fashioned oats with cereal milk and yogurt. Add in optional protein powder, chia seeds, nuts, or sweeteners. Store in refrigerator overnight or up to 5 days. You can use vanilla extract, honey, maple syrup, or the sweetener of your choice. However, sweeteners may not be necessary, depending on your chosen cereal. 
3. Add any toppings such as dry cereal, nuts, sliced fruit, nut butter, cinnamon, granola, etc. Enjoy cold or warm up in the microwave for up to 1 minute. Be sure to use a glass jar or microwave-safe container and heat uncovered. 

Overnight Oats Ratio

The overnight oats ratio we suggest is 1:1 oats to milk with half the amount of yogurt. For cereal milk, we suggest 1:2 cereal to milk (1 cup of cereal soaked in 2 cups of milk, etc). While customizing this recipe can be fun, don’t let the options overwhelm you! Some basic cereals that we suggest to get you started are:

• A fruity cereal such as Trix
• A chocolate or cinnamon cereal such as Cocoa Puffs or Cinnamon Toast Crunch
• A classic cereal such as Multigrain Cheerios or Frosted Mini-Wheats

You can also adjust this recipe to use chocolate milk, strawberry milk, or any dairy you choose! Protein overnight oats are so versatile!

Choose any yogurt flavor that you love. Greek yogurt is high in protein, which helps to keep you fuller longer, and it packs in essential nutrients. Six ounces of Greek yogurt typically contains 14–17 grams of protein (regular yogurt has 7-8 grams). It adds creaminess and tang, too. Find out the differences between Greek and regular yogurt.

Cottage cheese is having a moment right now in popularity due to the fact that it is low in sugar and high in protein. You can replace Greek yogurt in overnight oats recipes with cottage cheese! Use cottage cheese straight from the container or blend into a whipped and creamy consistency for delicious cottage cheese overnight oats.

Protein powder, chia seeds, and/or nut butters can be added but are definitely not necessary if you don’t have them on hand. The same is true of sweeteners. We found that cereal milk overnight oats were sweet enough and didn’t need any additional sugar.

Why Dairy?

Milk, cheese and yogurt are delicious paired with plant-based foods, including whole grains and a variety of seasonal fruits and vegetables—which tend to be more affordable because they are most abundant. Pairing dairy foods with plants can help pack in nutrients that kids and adults need and often do not get enough of in their daily diets.

Dairy and plants are the ultimate power couple that together deliver calcium, vitamin D, potassium, and fiber. Research shows plant and dairy foods can also help reduce the risk for chronic diseases. Dairy foods are often recommended as part of plant-based diets because they contain high-quality proteins and often under-consumed nutrients like calcium, vitamin D, and potassium.

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Cereal Milk Overnight Oats

These Overnight Oats are made with cereal milk and packed with protein from Greek yogurt. Add a scoop of protein powder or chia seeds to keep you full even longer!

Course Breakfast, Brunch

Cuisine American

Keyword cereal, milk, oatmeal, oats

Prep Time 3 minutes minutes

Overnight Time 8 hours hours

Ingredients

Cereal Milk

• 2 cups milk
• 1 cup cereal

Overnight Oats

• 1 cup old fashioned rolled oats
• 1 cup cereal milk
• 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
• 2 Tablespoons protein powder optional
• 2 Tablespoons chia seeds optional
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract optional

Instructions

For the Cereal Milk

• POUR the cereal into a jar or bowl with a lid and cover it with milk. Adjust the recipe as needed. Use the ratio of 1 part cereal to 2 parts milk.
• STEEP cereal milk in the refrigerator for 30 minutes or up to 1 hour.
• STRAIN the milk through a mesh sieve or cheesecloth. Discard the cereal. STORE the milk in the refrigerator until needed.

For the Overnight Oats

• COMBINE oats, cereal milk, and Greek yogurt. ADD protein powder, chia seeds, and vanilla extract if desired.
• DIVIDE into jars or containers with lids. REFRIGERATE 6 hours or overnight.
• TOP with fresh fruit, nut butter, cinnamon, or dry cereal pieces, and enjoy!

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Notes

• Greek yogurt is packed with protein- use any flavor that you find delicious!
• A scoop of protein powder or chia seeds will help keep you full longer.
• You can use vanilla extract, honey, maple syrup, or the sweetener of your choice. However, sweeteners may not be necessary, depending on the cereal that you choose. 
• Adjust this recipe to use chocolate milk, strawberry milk, or any dairy that you choose!
• Overnight oats are meant to save you time in the morning. Make a bunch for your family and enjoy cold, or warm them up in the microwave for up to 1 minute. Be sure to use a glass jar or microwave-safe container and heat uncovered. 

How to Store and Enjoy Overnight Oats

Cereal milk and overnight oats can be prepared and stored covered in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Enjoy eating this quick and easy breakfast cold or warmed up in the microwave. After a few days of soaking, if the oats are too thick, you can add more milk; if too thin and runny, you can mix in more yogurt.

For more information about dairy nutrition, to find delicious new recipes and to meet Ohio and West Virginia dairy farmers, visit www.Drink-Milk.com, and follow the American Dairy Association Mideast on Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest and Instagram.

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Portable Dessert

Gather your ice cream toppings and get ready to enjoy Pool Party Cake and Ice Cream Bags anywhere you want! These dessert bags are perfect for picnics, play dates, camping trips, beach days, and more!

Let guests serve themselves, or place a scoop of ice cream into each bag and line them up for party-goers to grab and go.

Add mini cupcakes for birthday celebrations. You can even place a candle in a cupcake too!

Dessert Bag Ingredients

In addition to ice cream and mini bags of cookies we used:

• crushed Oreos
• mini chocolate chips
• sprinkles
• M&M candies
• mini marshmallows
• peanut butter cups
• maraschino cherries
• crushed waffle cone pieces
• cookie dough chunks

Don’t forget the whipped cream and chocolate syrup!

You can omit the mini cupcakes and simply make portable ice cream sundaes also.

Why it Works

This recipe is completely customizable and easy to accommodate nearly any food allergies/intolerances.

Make sure you keep all packaging nearby for reading ingredient labels if there are any questions.

Pool Party Cake and Ice Cream Bags are perfect for poolside celebrations because there is very little cleanup involved- no dishes! We used wooden spoons, but any disposable or degradable utensils will work as well.

Where will you enjoy these portable desserts?

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Pool Party Cake and Ice Cream Bags

Take your ice cream sundae to-go! These Pool Party Cake and Ice Cream Bags are a dessert version of walking tacos.

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Keyword cake, ice cream, picnic

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Servings 10

Author Katrina Bahl

Ingredients

• 10 bags cookies snack/lunch size
• 1 quart ice cream any flavor(s)
• 10 mini cupcakes
• 1/2 cup chocolate syrup (or caramel, strawberry, etc)
• 10 toppings sprinkles, cookie dough, cherries, whipped cream, chocolate chips, peanut butter candies, etc.

Instructions

• CUT open cookie bag. Use fingers to crush cookies if desired.
• PLACE a scoop of ice cream and a mini cupcake.
• ADD ice cream toppings.
• SERVE immediately.

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The people in our town serve walking tacos (taco fillings in a mini bag of Fritos or Doritos) at just about every outdoor gathering. We think these “dessert walking tacos” are the next best thing!

More Portable Desserts

Try these Totally Portable Banana Pudding Sacks from Heather at Sprinkle Bakes.

You’ve heard of Campfire Cones, but how about S’mores Popcorn Campfire Cones?

Trail Mix Caramel Apple Slices are perfect for any Autumn celebration.

If ice cream is your thing, try our Donut Ice Cream Sandwiches or these No-Bake Cookie Dough Ice Cream Sandwiches.

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Made popular by famous Parisian chef Jacques Pepin, this French toast uses melted ice cream as a custard base for the most tender and delicious french toast you’ll ever taste.

Two-Ingredient Ice Cream French Toast

It’s perfect for Mother’s Day breakfast-in-bed, as well as a fancy brunch setting. Kids especially will love dipping the bread in melted ice cream, and the preparation is so quick and easy that you might decide to make French toast with ice cream every time!

Swap out milk and eggs for ice cream to make this decadent breakfast.

Besides melted ice cream and bread, you need butter for pan-frying as usual. Add fresh fruit and maple syrup for an extra special treat.

Breakfast or Brunch

French toast is quick and easy to prepare, and melted ice cream makes it even more simple. This method is perfect if you need to make breakfast for a crowd. There is no need to measure ingredients.

Every mom would love to receive this breakfast-in-bed for Mother’s Day. It’s also fancy enough to be served with mimosas for brunch!

Ice Cream Flavors

Use your favorite ice cream for endless flavor options. We tested this recipe with vanilla bean ice cream as well as strawberry ice cream.

We recommend using full-fat ice cream. If you choose a lower fat content, be sure to watch carefully, as the French toast may cook more quickly and burn easily.

Did you know Ohio is ranked 4th nationally in hard ice cream production? The state is also 11th nationally in milk production and some of that milk may be used in your ice cream. See how ice cream is made — from the dairy farm to your cup or cone.

How to Serve French Toast

This French toast is soft and tender with a slight crisp to the edges from the sugar caramelizing while cooking. It can hold its own when it comes to flavor, even using a simple vanilla bean ice cream.

In addition to traditional maple syrup and fresh berries, try these toppings:

• toasted pecans
• sliced bananas
• bacon
• cinnamon or nutmeg
• mini chocolate chips
• granola
• raisins/dried fruit
• coconut shavings

Also, try drizzling with:

• melted ice cream
• yogurt
• cream cheese glaze (a dollop of cream cheese sweetened with a pinch of sugar and thinned out with milk)
• chocolate hazelnut spread (like Nutella)
• peanut butter
• leftover pie filling such as cherry or blueberry
• fresh Whipped Cream (made in less than 1 minute!)

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Ice Cream French Toast

Dip your bread into melted ice cream for this irresistible two-ingredient Ice Cream French Toast. It's as easy as it is delicious!

Course Breakfast

Cuisine French

Keyword breakfast, brunch, french toast, ice cream, Mother's Day

Cook Time 6 minutes minutes

Servings 8 slices

Calories 216kcal

Author Katrina Bahl

Ingredients

• 8 slices bread
• 2 cups ice cream (any flavor)
• butter for frying
• maple syrup
• berries

Instructions

• MELT ice cream in the microwave in 30-second increments until fully melted. TRANSFER to a plate.
• PLACE bread into the ice cream and TURN to coat both sides.
• Using low heat, MELT butter in a pan. PLACE bread slices onto the pan, making sure not to over-crowd.
• After 1-2 minutes, or when golden, FLIP bread and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
• SERVE with syrup and fresh berries.

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Notes

• Any ice cream flavor can be used to make Ice Cream French Toast.

Nutrition

Serving: 8g | Calories: 216kcal | Carbohydrates: 36g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 12mg | Sodium: 222mg | Potassium: 119mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 13g | Vitamin A: 148IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 86mg | Iron: 1mg

More Fresh and Fruity Recipes

Try our Triple Berry Frozen Smoothies for a festive breakfast drink.

Make our Whipped Blueberry Goat Cheese if you have blueberry pie filling on hand. Or try our No Churn Cheesecake Ice Cream for an easy homemade ice cream option.

For more information about dairy nutrition, to find delicious new recipes and to meet Ohio and West Virginia dairy farmers, visit www.Drink-MIlk.com, and follow the American Dairy Association Mideast on Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest and Instagram.

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This post will cover the Muffin Tin Method and Sheet Pan Method.

Within this post, you will find step-by-step instructions and a video tutorial on how to dye eggs with Cool Whip or whipped cream. Cool Whip Easter Eggs are a food-safe alternative to dying eggs with shaving cream. Because eggshells are porous, you want whatever you use to dye Easter eggs to be safe to consume.

Cool Whip Easter Eggs

Making Cool Whip Easter Eggs is easy for kids of all ages. The dyed eggs have a marbled effect when finished. You can combine many colors to make a tie-dyed Easter egg or stick to one color for a solid, swirled design. The added benefit is that you will not need to buy a special egg dye kit yearly.

Cool Whip Dyed Eggs Ingredients

• Hard-boiled eggs
• White vinegar
• Cool Whip topping (or whipped cream if you choose)
• Food coloring (we suggest gel food color)
• Muffin tin, small bowls, or a rimmed baking sheet
• Disposable gloves, optional

We make Instant Pot Hard Boiled Eggs because you can stuff your steamer basket full of as many eggs as you want. We follow the 5-5-5 rule for making Instant Pot hard-boiled eggs: 5 minutes at high pressure, natural release for 5 minutes (followed by a quick release), and then 5 minutes in an ice bath.

How to Make Cool Whip Easter Eggs- 2 Methods

Muffin Tin Method for Cool Whip Eggs

This method is best if you want distinct and varying colors of eggs because you can choose which colors go into each individual muffin tin.

1. Soak hard-boiled eggs in white vinegar for 5-10 minutes for a more vibrant finished product. Dry the eggs with a paper towel.
2. Place a spoonful of Cool Whip into each muffin tin.
3. Add food coloring and swirl with a toothpick or wooden skewer. Avoid over-mixing, especially if using many colors, or the result may be brown.
4. Insert hard-boiled eggs and cover them with the colored Cool Whip. Let sit for at least 10 minutes for the most vibrant swirls. You can let the eggs sit even longer, but for food safety reasons, you may want to place the muffin tin with eggs into the refrigerator.
5. Remove eggs and plunge into a bowl of cold water. Wipe off any excess Cool Whip.

Cookie Sheet Method for Cool Whip Eggs

This method is best if you have many eggs and don’t mind if the colors mix.

1. Soak hard-boiled eggs in vinegar for 5-10 minutes for a more vibrant finished product. Dry eggs with a paper towel.
2. Using a large tub of Cool Whip, spread it onto the cookie sheet.
3. Add food coloring and swirl with a toothpick or wooden skewer. Avoid over-mixing, especially if using many colors, or the result may be brown.
4. Insert hard-boiled eggs and roll each egg around in the colored Cool Whip. Let sit for at least 10 minutes for the most vibrant swirls. You can let the eggs sit even longer, but you may want to place the cookie sheet with eggs into the refrigerator for food safety reasons.
5. Remove eggs and plunge into a bowl of cold water. Wipe off any excess Cool Whip.

Whipped Cream or Cool Whip Eggs?

You can use fresh whipped cream or whipped cream from a can instead of Cool Whip. We like to save our homemade whipped cream for when we are going to be eating it!

As previously stated, we do not suggest dying eggs with shaving cream.

Best Food Coloring for Dyed Eggs

Gel food color provides the most vibrant colors. You can find gel food coloring at craft supply stores like Michael’s and JoAnne Fabrics. Some grocery stores carry gel food coloring near the baking supplies.

You can use traditional liquid food coloring for Cool Whip Easter Eggs. Be mindful not to use too much liquid with the whipped topping. The result may be pastel, but that’s perfectly fine!

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Cool Whip Easter Eggs

Cool Whip Easter Eggs are quick, easy, and require minimal clean-up. You will love our mess-free way to dye eggs with kids this Easter!

Course Brunch

Cuisine American

Keyword Easter, eggs

Prep Time 20 minutes minutes

Servings 12 eggs

Calories 85kcal

Author Katrina Bahl

Ingredients

• 12 Hard boiled eggs
• 2 cups Vinegar
• 16 oz Cool Whip Topping
• Gel food coloring

Instructions

Muffin Tin Method

• Soak hard-boiled eggs in vinegar for 5-10 minutes for a more vibrant finished product. This step can be skipped, but the eggs will be pastel rather than vibrant colors. Dry eggs with a towel.
• Place a spoonful of Cool Whip into each muffin tin. Add food coloring and swirl with a toothpick. Avoid over-mixing especially if using many colors, or the end result may be brown.
• Insert hard-boiled eggs and cover with the colored Cool Whip. Let sit for at least 10 minutes for the most vibrant swirls. You can let the eggs sit even longer, but you may want to place the muffin tin with eggs into the refrigerator for food safety reasons.
• Remove eggs and plunge into a bowl of water. Wipe off any excess Cool Whip.

Cookie Sheet Method

• Soak hard-boiled eggs in vinegar for 5-10 minutes for a more vibrant finished product. This step can be skipped, but the eggs will be pastel rather than vibrant colors. Dry eggs with a towel.
• Using a large tub of Cool Whip, spread it onto the cookie sheet.
• Insert hard-boiled eggs and cover with the colored Cool Whip. Let sit for at least 10 minutes for the most vibrant swirls. You can let the eggs sit even longer, but you may want to place the cookie sheet with eggs into the refrigerator for food safety reasons.
• Remove eggs and plunge into a bowl of water. Wipe off any excess Cool Whip.

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Notes

Some people have had trouble with food dye adhering to eggs.

It is important not to skip the vinegar bath. The acid in vinegar reacts with the calcium in the eggshell to ensure the dye adheres to the shell. Also, coloring may adhere better if your hard-boiled eggs are still warm (not hot). 

Nutrition

Calories: 85kcal | Protein: 6g | Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 187mg

Egg Safety Information

This is not a sponsored post. We find all our egg safety information at OhioEggs.com and are happy to share some of our most-asked reader questions and answers.

• How long are hard-boiled eggs safe to eat? Hard-boiled eggs spoil faster than fresh eggs, so be sure to refrigerate hard-boiled Easter eggs within 2 hours and enjoy within one week of cooking. Hard-boiled eggs should be eaten the same day they’re peeled.
• How long are eggs safe to eat? When properly refrigerated at 45 °F or lower, eggs can be safely eaten 4-5 weeks beyond the carton’s Julian date, which is a 3-digit code found on the side of a carton that indicates the day of the year when the eggs were packed.
• Are colored Easter eggs safe to eat? If you used food-safe dye and materials to decorate Easter eggs, then they’re safe to eat! Easter eggs should only be eaten if they have not been left out of refrigeration longer than two hours.
• Are there any tricks for making easy-peel hard-boiled eggs? Hard-boiled eggs are easiest to peel right after they’ve finished cooling. Cooling causes the egg to contract slightly in its shell. Try this easy recipe to make perfect easy-peel hard-boiled eggs, every time! Also, eggs that are 7-10 days old are easier to peel, while fresh eggs are often more difficult. Giving eggs time to breathe and take in air helps separate the membranes from the shell, making them easier to peel.

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Quick and Easy Easter Recipes for Kids

Before our children dyed eggs, they made Cereal Treat Easter Eggs.

We love Easter cupcakes, like these PEEPS Peek-a-Boo Cupcakes and Easter Egg Hunt Cupcakes.

Finally, our one-of-a-kind Homemade Cadbury Cream Cookie Cups are an Easter showstopper!

We keep track of some of our favorite Easter Desserts on our I EAT EASTER Pinterest Board. Come pin with us!

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Baked Alaska dessert does not have to be difficult. You can use any base for the cake, homemade or store-bought. The best cake for Baked Alaska is whichever one you choose! This recipe is easily adapted to individual ice cream cups as well.

Chocolate Baked Alaska

Chocolate-covered strawberries are the epitome of easy strawberry desserts. This ice cream confection plays on that popular date-night theme.

Two layers of rich chocolate pound cake are sandwiched together with strawberry ice cream and topped with a luscious layer of toasted marshmallow meringue. Each slice of Chocolate Baked Alaska gets a strawberry heart-shaped surprise inside!

If you like this recipe, you will want to try our Neapolitan Pound Cake Baked Alaska recipe.

Traditional Baked Alaska Recipe

The traditional Baked Alaska recipe is said to have been prepared and served by a French chef to celebrate the purchase of Alaska from Russia by America in 1867. Although it is one of America’s oldest desserts, Baked Alaska is poised for a comeback.

In the Instagram and Tik Tok age of viral food, this truly is a showstopper. From the fluffy, toasted meringue to the heart-shaped surprise inside, every bite is picture-perfect.

How to Make Baked Alaska at Home

As you are enjoying more date nights at home, you may be looking for ways to move beyond pizza and ice cream. Fancy desserts do not have to be complicated.

1. Begin with a frozen chocolate pound cake. Slice the pound cake lengthwise straight down the middle.
2. Fill with strawberry ice cream and a layer of strawberries down the center before covering with more ice cream and the top layer of the pound cake.
3. Freeze until ready to serve. Coat with meringue and toast with a kitchen torch.

How to Use Meringue Powder

When ready to serve, you’re going to make some meringue. There are a few ways to make the meringue.

The easiest method is to use a meringue powder that you whip up with sugar and water. You can find meringue powder at most craft and baking supply stores (like Michael’s and Joanne’s).

What other desserts are set on fire?

Other popular desserts that are set on fire before serving are:
crepes suzette
bananas foster
creme brulee
figgy pudding

Bombe Alaska is coated with high-proof rum before serving and flambéed tableside.
Baked Alaska is browned using a torch or broiled quickly in an oven.

If you do not own a kitchen torch, you can bake it in the oven. Be sure that the meringue covers the pound cake and ice cream entirely. The meringue acts as a barrier to prevent the ice cream from melting immediately. You will only be toasting the meringue for 1-2 minutes while keeping a constant watch over it.

Try toasting our Mile High S’mores Pie.

Can Baked Alaska be Prepared in Advance?

You can freeze the pound cake and ice cream for up to 3 months if it is wrapped tightly. We prefer to make the meringue and serve it fresh, but you could prepare Baked Alaska topped with meringue before you freeze and store it.

You will need ample space in your freezer to allow the meringue to freeze solid before wrapping the whole cake in plastic wrap. Otherwise, the meringue will stick to the plastic wrap and be messy.

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We turned our Best Christmas Cookies into our Best Valentine Cookies. Keep them as they are, or make a few small changes. Either way, these vanilla and chocolate cut out cookies are a Reader Favorite with thousands of reviews and millions of saves every year.

• There is no need to chill the dough before rolling. Just mix, roll, cut, and bake!
• The chocolate cut-out cookies taste just like brownies.
• These Valentine Cookies are soft and can be rolled thick.
• Frost with buttercream, royal icing, chocolate glaze, or enjoy them plain.

Valentine Cookies that keep their shape!

Finally! Readers love this recipe because the cookies keep their shape. Can your cookies spell out cursive words?

You should be able to dent the butter slightly by pressing your finger to it. Your finger should not be able to make a significant mark into the butter or press through to the bottom.

Cream the butter and sugar together for 2-3 minutes before adding the other ingredients.

Measure flour in grams for the best, most consistent results (but not necessary if you do not own a kitchen scale).

The dough may feel dry at first, but we suggest allowing your mixer to go for 30 seconds to one minute longer than you think is necessary. The dough will begin to pull away from the sides of the mixing bowl.

The chocolate cookies with rich chocolate glaze are a Valentine Cookie must-make combination!

They are so thick and fudgy that you will think you are biting into a brownie. Add your favorite sprinkles, or keep them classic and simple.

How to frost Valentine Cookies

Don’t let the name fool you- our favorite Christmas Cookie Frosting is sweet and delicious for any holiday sugar cookie. It is a crisping buttercream (sometimes called a crusting buttercream) that dries firm enough to stack but stays soft on top of the cookie. We love this one because the cookies get even better in the following days after frosting them!

You can also use a simple powdered sugar and milk glaze or make our Small Batch Royal Icing. Keep it white or tint it pink and purple. Food gel colors give a vibrant shade without changing the consistency of the frosting. You can even use food gel to tint the dough itself. See our Patchwork Winter Mitten Cookies, for example.

Finally, our Three Ingredient Chocolate Glaze is so popular on Christmas cookies that we had to drizzle it all over these Valentine Cookies. The fudge chocolate glaze dries firm so you can stack the cookies. If it is too firm to pipe or spread easily, you can warm it up in the microwave for 30 seconds. Do this as many times as necessary.

Flavor extracts for Valentine Cookies

Make these Valentine Cookies really stand out by swapping vanilla extract for another flavor.

In traditional sugar cookies, we like Cake Batter extract or Coconut extract. Sometimes we use fresh lemon zest with lemon extract too.

In the chocolate sugar cookies, try using a berry extract such as Raspberry or Strawberry.

These extracts can be used in the cookies or frosting, or both. Chocolate cookies with strawberry frosting is a treat!

Can Valentine Cookies be made gluten-free?

Yes! To make these the best gluten-free Sugar Cookie, swap out the flour for your favorite gluten-free 1:1 flour.

I use King Arthur Flour Measure for Measure Flour.

These Valentine Cookies are a mashup of all of our favorite, most popular cookie and frosting recipes. We will link them here and in the recipe card as well. Follow the links for Ingredient lists and Printable Recipe Cards.

The Internet’s Favorite Cookie and a Reader Favorite: Best Sugar Cookie Recipe EVER

The Chocolate Sugar Cookie of your dreams: Best Chocolate Cut Out Cookie

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Valentine Cookies

The BEST Valentine Cookies- easy, no chill, no spread, soft cookies keep their shape perfectly, and the chocolate ones taste like brownies!

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Keyword chocolate, cookies, frosting, Valentine's Day

Prep Time 30 minutes minutes

Cook Time 8 minutes minutes

Total Time 38 minutes minutes

Servings 36 cookies

Author Katrina Bahl

Ingredients

Cookies

• 1 recipe Best Sugar Cookie Ever
• 1 recipe Best Chocolate Cut Out Cookie

Frostings

• 1 recipe Crusting Buttercream
• 1 recipe Chocolate Glaze
• 1 recipe Royal Icing

Instructions

• Prepare cookies as directed.
• Frost and decorate with sprinkles or colored sanding sugars.

Notes

These Valentine Cookies are a mashup of all of our favorite, most popular cookie and frosting recipes. Follow the links for Ingredient lists and Printable Recipe Cards.

Best Sugar Cookie Recipe EVER

Best Chocolate Cut Out Cookie

Christmas Cookie Frosting

Three Ingredient Chocolate Glaze

Small Batch Royal Icing

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Pour warm milk over these adorable Melting Snowman Hot Chocolate Bombs and watch them pop open with hot cocoa and marshmallows. Give it a quick stir, and you’ll be sipping the most deliciously rich hot chocolate! This is a sponsored recipe on behalf of the American Dairy Association Mideast.

Melting Snowman Hot Chocolate Bombs are small, hollow orbs of chocolate filled with hot cocoa powder (white or dark chocolate), mini marshmallows, and other goodies (like crushed candy cane pieces and colorful sprinkles).

Pour warm milk over the orb, and it pops open in an exciting way! Hot chocolate is a great way to get in a serving of dairy during the cold winter months. Children especially will love watching these snowmen pop open and melt.

How to Assemble Snowman Hot Chocolate Bombs

You will need the following:

• a silicone half-sphere mold
• 2 cups white chocolate melting candy discs
• 4 Tablespoons hot chocolate powder (white or dark chocolate)
• 4 Tablespoons mini marshmallows

For the decorations:

• black frosting
• orange sprinkles or small candies
• chocolate candies (like M&Ms)
• red frosting or fondant

There are two different methods to make hot chocolate bombs. Scroll for a printable recipe card.

Spoon and Spread Method:

1. Melt chocolate candy discs. You can use chocolate chips for this. However, you may need to add a teaspoon of coconut oil or shortening to the chocolate to get it to spread smoothly. Chocolate candy discs that have already been tempered are the best choice.
2. Using the back of a spoon, spread chocolate along the bottom and up the silicone mold sides.
3. Chill the mold for 5-10 minutes until the chocolate is set.
4. Repeat spooning/spreading and chilling for a second coat of chocolate.
5. Unmold chocolate shells and add cocoa powder and marshmallows to one-half of each shell.
6. Heat the rim of the second half of the chocolate mold and place it on top of the first to make a full sphere. Depending on the size and coats of chocolate, you should end up with 3-4 hot chocolate bombs.
7. Add snowman face and earmuffs with ready-made frosting and candies.

Fill and Spill Method:

1. Melt chocolate candy discs. You can use chocolate chips for this. However, you may need to add a teaspoon of coconut oil or shortening to the chocolate to get it to spread smoothly. Chocolate candy discs that have already been tempered are the best choice.
2. Completely fill all 6 cavities of your silicone mold. Set aside for 5 minutes.
3. Spill the excess chocolate from the silicone mold.
4. The shell should be thick enough not to need a second chocolate coat.
5. Turn mold over and let chill upside down for 5-10 minutes in the refrigerator.
6. Unmold chocolate shells and add cocoa powder and marshmallows to one-half of each shell.
7. Heat the rim of the second half of the chocolate mold and place it on top of the first to make a full sphere. Depending on the size and coats of chocolate, you should end up with 3-4 hot chocolate bombs.
8. Add snowman face and earmuffs with ready-made frosting and candies.

How to Store Snowman Hot Chocolate Bombs

Keep the Melting Snowman Hot Chocolate Bombs in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks. Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.

When ready to enjoy, slowly pour 6-8 ounces of warm milk over the hot chocolate bomb. Alternatively, you can place the hot chocolate bomb into a mug of warm milk and wait for it to pop open. Stir and enjoy!

Milk is the No. 1 nutritious product requested by food banks. Each year, dairy companies work with local food banks to provide nutritious dairy foods to those in need. In 2020, Feeding America distributed 469 million pounds of dairy products in its network.

Although milk and plant-based beverages sit side-by-side in the dairy case, non-dairy alternatives often do not provide the same nutrient profile as cow’s milk. Additionally, you can count on real, white cow’s milk to have the same three ingredients (milk, vitamin A, and vitamin D) no matter what brand you choose or in which grocery store it is purchased.

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Melting Snowman Hot Chocolate Bombs

Pour warm milk over these adorable Melting Snowman Hot Chocolate Bombs and watch them pop open with hot cocoa and marshmallows. Give it a quick stir, and you'll be sipping the most deliciously rich hot chocolate!

Course Drinks

Cuisine American

Keyword christmas, hot chocolate, hot drinks

Prep Time 1 hour hour

Servings 4

Author Katrina Bahl

Ingredients

• 2 cups white chocolate melting candy discs
• 4 Tablespoons hot chocolate powder white or dark chocolate
• 4 Tablespoons mini marshmallows plus extra if desired
• 1 tube black frosting found in the baking aisle
• 1 tube red frosting found in the baking aisle
• 4 orange sprinkles or small candies
• 8 small circle candies like M&Ms

Instructions

Spoon and Spread Method:

• Melt chocolate candy discs. You can use chocolate chips for this. However, you may need to add a teaspoon of coconut oil or shortening to the chocolate to get it to spread smoothly. Chocolate candy discs that have already been tempered are the best choice. 
• Using the back of a spoon, spread chocolate along the bottom and up the silicone mold sides. Chill the mold for 5-10 minutes until the chocolate is set.
• Repeat spooning/spreading and chilling for a second coat of chocolate.
• Unmold chocolate shells and add powder and marshmallows to one half of each shell.
• Using a griddle on low heat, or warm plate, heat the rim of the second half of the chocolate mold and place it on top of the first to make a full sphere. Depending on the size and coats of chocolate, you should end up with 3-4 hot chocolate bombs.
• Add snowman face and earmuffs with ready-made frosting and candies. Place the hot chocolate bomb on top of another tablespoon of white chocolate to look like it's melting.

Fill and Spill Method:

• Melt chocolate candy discs. You can use chocolate chips for this. However, you may need to add a teaspoon of coconut oil or shortening to the chocolate to get it to spread smoothly. Chocolate candy discs that have already been tempered are the best choice. 
• Completely fill all 6 cavities of your silicone mold. Set aside for 5 minutes. 
• Spill the excess chocolate from the silicone mold. The shell should be thick enough not to need a second chocolate coat. 
• Turn mold over and let chill upside down for 5-10 minutes in the refrigerator.
• Unmold chocolate shells and add powder and marshmallows to one half of each shell.
• Using a griddle on low heat, or warm plate, heat the rim of the second half of the chocolate mold and place it on top of the first to make a full sphere. Depending on the size and coats of chocolate, you should end up with 3-4 hot chocolate bombs.
• Add snowman face and earmuffs with ready-made frosting and candies. Place the hot chocolate bomb on top of another tablespoon of white chocolate to look like it's melting.

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More Hot Chocolate Recipes

Our family makes a big slow cooker batch of Eggnog Hot Chocolate to enjoy during family gatherings.

Making homemade whipped cream makes hot chocolate even more special. Try our Strawberry White Hot Chocolate with Homemade Whipped Cream.

Don’t have time to make a hot chocolate bomb? Try our festive Candy Cane Steamers with Candy Cane (Peppermint) Simple Syrup or the equally fun and delicious Gingerbread Steamer.

To meet Ohio and West Virginia dairy farmers, learn more about how farmers care for their cows, and follow milk’s journey from farm to fridge, visit Drink-Milk.com, and follow the American Dairy Association Mideast on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Pinterest.

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