Strawberry Mango Cream Popsicles

Easy to make Strawberry Mango Cream Popsicles. Tasty on a hot summer day.

:: Strawberry Mango Cream Popsicles ::

Summer is nearly over for us…and the dreading S starts in a few weeks. Yes, Sara and I have been a little MIA from our usual posts for Simply Happenstance. We love our little blog, but both Sara and I have been enjoying our short summer with our kiddos, and lets just say it has simply been going by way toooo fast!

In between beach days and pool time, I blended together this easy and refreshing recipe for Strawberry Mango Cream Popsicles. They are a cinch to make on a hot summer day, but even better enjoyed outside in the nice summer breeze.

Refreshing and sweet on a hot summer day.
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Strawberry Mango Cream Popsicles

Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time4 minutes
Total Time9 minutes
Course: Dessert
Servings: 6 -8
Author: Simply Happenstance

Ingredients

  • 1 can sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup strawberries
  • 1/4 cup non-fat Greek Yogurt
  • 1 cup frozen mango
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  • Dump all ingredients into a blender and blend until smooth.
  • Pour the mixture into six to eight popsicle molds.
  • Place in the freezer for 4-8 hours.

We hope you are enjoying your summer as much as we have. We can’t wait to hear what some of your favorite “bucket” list adventures you have done this season. For more summer dessert ideas check us out on Pinterest, where we collect some of our favorite snacks and desserts.

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Strawberry Tropical Cocktail

Strawberry Tropical Cocktail

:: Strawberry Tropical Cocktail ::

It was a big birthday week for my family last week during our spring break.  To celebrate I made a few of these Strawberry Tropical Cocktails.  The taste of this tropical drink will take you back to your last vacation, or make you think of taking one real soon.

strawberries and pineapple for Strawberry Tropical Cocktail

This Strawberry Tropical Cocktail is definitely on the skinny side so you can enjoy one or two.  Sip them over appetizers in the late afternoon, or share them with a couple of girl friends and count down the days until schools out for summer!

Refreshing and light this Strawberry Tropical Cocktail reminds us of summer.

What makes this drink feel like it should have a tiny umbrella in it is the mixture of coconut vodka with the muddled strawberries and pineapple. I have made this Strawberry Tropical Cocktail by either simply muddling the strawberries and pineapple with Stevia at the bottom of a cocktail glass or I have placed the strawberries and pineapple with Stevia in the blender.  Either pureed or with fruit on the bottom, this recipe is easy to make and it will transport you to a quiet moment beach side with a cocktail in hand.  Cheers to celebrating birthdays, counting down until schools out, and to enjoying these cocktails on a sunny day.

Strawberry Tropical Cocktail
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Strawberry Tropical Cocktail

Prep Time5 minutes
Total Time5 minutes
Course: Cocktail
Servings: 2
Author: Strawberry Tropical Cocktail

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups sparkling water I used lime flavored
  • 3 ounces of Coconut Vodka
  • 1 ounce Cointreau
  • 1 packet of Stevia
  • 4 strawberries sliced
  • 1/8 cup pineapple fresh or frozen
  • a splash of orange juice

Instructions

  • Divide the strawberries and the pineapple and place in two cocktail glasses.
  • Add half a package of stevia into each of the glasses.
  • Muddle the fruit and Stevia with a back of a spoon.
  • In a cocktail shaker add the Coconut Vodka, Cointreau, and sparkling water.
  • Shake until mixed but be careful to shake too hard as the sparkling water is carbonated.
  • Pour the mixture into the two glasses.
  • Top each glass with a splash of orange juice and serve with ice.
  • Serve and sip cold

 

Cheers!!

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Nutella Cheesecake

No-Bake Nutella Cheesecake // Recipe via Simply Happenstance for Simple As That BlogNutella Cheesecake //

Nicole and I have such exciting news to share with you all today! We will be contributing guest posts over at one of our very favorite blogs, Simple As That, throughout 2015!

If you haven’t perused Rebecca’s site, you absolutely should take a moment to do so! You’ll be hooked on her DIY projects, printables, recipes, and photography posts! She has been such a source of inspiration for us during our two + years of blogging… not-to-mention, a wonderful friend and supporter of Simply Happenstance! For that… we are so grateful, which makes contributing to her fantastic blog, even more meaningful to us!

Nutella Cheesecake Recipe {No-Bake} Simply Happenstance for Simple as That Blog

Last year we created this delicious Sparkling Berry Float for her site {which would be a fun Valentine’s drink for the kids}! Today we are sharing this simple {no-bake} Nutella Cheesecake! It’s heavenly, you guys… perfect for a date night-in to celebrate V-Day!  [Read more…]

Vanilla Chia Seed Pudding

vanilla chia seed pudding:: Vanilla Chia Seed Pudding :: 

So… I’m on a healthy recipe kick this week on the blog! Could you tell? I made this Vanilla Chia Seed Pudding for the first time last week, and absolutely LOVED it! I’ve made a few chia pudding recipes in the past, but none were successful until this recipe. I have a few tips for you that should make it thicken nicely and come out with a pudding-like consistency. I think this would be lovely as a healthier dessert, but honestly… I’ll be eating it for breakfast! There are no refined sugars in this lovely dish – just a little pure maple syrup to sweeten things up! 

I actually plan on making this pudding again tonight, in preparation for my son Ryan’s 10th Birthday on Friday! Since the poor guy has to go to school, I thought he could at least start his day on a tasty note! {Little does he know that we are also surprising him with a fun family getaway for the weekend, as well!}

vanilla chia seed pudding

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Energizing Smoothie Bowl

energizing smoothie bowl:: Energizing Smoothie Bowl ::

Hey friends! Let’s talk breakfast… I get stuck in a rut, all too often. How about you? I typically start my day with a protein shake. {Don’t get me wrong… I actually LOVE my morning shake, but sometimes I want a little change!} Since I have a moderate allergy to eggs, that eliminates the morning scramble.

Yesterday morning, Mr. Amazing and I switched it up by making this simple, yet delicious, Smoothie Bowl! It’s honestly the easiest and most versatile breakfast {or mid-day snack}! Just whip up your favorite smoothie… making it extra thick and creamy, and add a variety of your favorite healthy toppings!  [Read more…]

Sparkling Berry Float

Sparkling Berry Float

:: Sparkling Berry Float ::

We are beyond excited to be guest posting on one of our all-time favorite blogs today — Simple as That! Have you checked out Rebecca’s blog before? It’s filled with the most creative printables, DIY projects, craft ideas, photography tips, and recipes! We are sharing a delightfully cheerful summer drink… Sparkling Berry Floats! You won’t want to miss this one, friends! Cheers to a great summer! {xo} [Read more…]