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You loved it as a kid, and now it’s time to give the classic orange Creamsicle a modern makeover. Whether you’re craving cupcakes, truffles, macarons or more, these 16 recipes are sure to satisfy any sweet tooth. So, whip one up for yourself or serve a batch at your next summer party. ‘Cause nothing’s more fun than reliving childhood memories with the help of the latest, greatest dreamy desserts.
1. Orange Creamsicle Cupcakes: Stuck on what to bring to that upcoming birthday party or bridal shower? These sunny cupcakes are a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. (via Cooking Classy)
2. Creamsicle Macarons: It’s no secret we’re mad about macarons, especially when they’re packed full of orange-vanilla-y goodness. (via Sweet Boake Baking Blog)
3. Creamsicle Meringues: Deliciously flavored with orange zest and vanilla bean, these meringues are fun to make and even better to eat. (via Playin’ With My Food)
4. Coconut Creamsicle Cocktail: As simple to make as it is delightful to sip, this grown up take on the Creamsicle features orange juice, coconut rum and coconut milk. Sound delish? Mix one up tonight for the ultimate drinkable dessert. (viaBeard + Bonnet)
5. Orange Creamsicle Bundt Cake: The only thing we love more than a sweet summer pie? This one-of-a-kind cake that’s perfect all year long. (viaA Baker’s House)
6. Orange Creamsicle Truffles: Skip the chocolate and give your next batch of truffles a fun citrus-y twist. (viaCooking Classy)
7. Kiwi Orange Creamsicles: Looking to give the traditional orange cream pop an extra-special blast of color and flavor? Just add kiwi. (viaDesserts for Breakfast)
8. Orange Creamsicle Cheesecake: Who needs The Cheesecake Factory when you can whip up this restaurant-worthy dessert right from the comfort of your own kitchen? (viaOui, Chef)
9. Orange Creamsicle White Chocolate Chip Cookies: White chocolate chips take these heavenly morsels from already awesome to mind-blowingly amazing. (viaAverie Cooks)
10. Orange Creamsicle Muddy Buddies: While choosing an all-time favorite Chex Mix recipe is next to impossible, this Creamsicle-esque combination definitely makes our top 10. (viaThe Girl Who Ate Everything)
11. Orange Creamsicle Circus Animal Cookies: Remember the frosted animal cookies mom used to pack away inside your lunchbox? Bring those good times back again with this homemade spin on a timeless classic. (viaLemon Tree Dwelling)
12. Orange Dream Dessert Waffles: Bust out that waffle iron! Whether it’s your birthday or you just feel like celebrating your enduring love for all things Creamsicle, this decadent dessert will never disappoint. (viaBuns In My Oven)
13. Orange Creamsicle Sugar Cookies: The standard sugar cookie gets re-imagined thanks to this fun, fabulous recipe. Try it this weekend for an awesome kids’ baking project. (viaCooking Classy)
14. Orange Creamsicle Donuts: National Donut Day may have come and gone, but really, any time’s the right time for baking up these gloriously glazed delights. (viaOn Sugar Mountain)
15. Surprise Inside Orange Pound Cake: The hidden orange flower is a totally awesome surprise. One thing that’s not a surprise at all? How unbelievably yummy this cake is! (viaChelsea’s Messy Apron)
16. Boozy Creamsicle Float Shots: Move aside, Jell-O shots! Orange soda, vanilla ice cream, whipped cream-flavored vodka, rainbow sprinkles and marshmallow topping make for one truly marvelous mixture. Bachelorettes, we think you’ve finally met your match. (viaThat’s So Michelle)
Which of these confections would you love to sink your sweet tooth into? Let us know below or on Facebook!
Heather's a California girl at heart who's learning to live and love life in our nation's capital. When she's not blogging, she's reading, traveling, going to the theater, checking out local wineries and working on her novel. You can follow along with her latest adventures at High Heels & Flip-Flops.
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Getting the word out about your brand takes time, drive, and ingenuity. And it doesn't come easy for many entrepreneurs. As part of our collaboration with Office Depot, we're chatting with Selfmade alum Taylor Morgan McPherson, founder of Sustainable Sparkle Bar, about ways in which she scored press as a solo startup brand and what she learned from Selfmade to take her brand marketing up a notch.
B + C: How did you know Sustainable Sparkle Bar was your business to start?
Glitter has always been my thing, so when I started my event company I decided to make it my niche. I started telling people I threw glitter-themed parties where people would get sparkled with glitter body art and makeup. Six months after that I applied to my first festival and to work with SUR restaurant in West Hollywood.
B + C: What's one strategy that's helped you start your business?
I honestly can't say that I've had a specific strategy that I've followed when it comes to getting my business off the ground. I have a PR background so I was just constantly pitching new business and posting on social media.
B + C: What's the biggest challenge you face as a small business owner?
I would say creating a stable income and revenue stream. With a seasonal, event-based business it can be very up and down.
B + C: What was your most valuable takeaway from Selfmade?
The relationships I made and the push to start an email database.
B + C: How do you stay motivated?
I love what I do and I believe in myself 100%. Staying motivated isn't the hard part. Pushing myself to do the work and staying accountable is the hard part.
B + C: What's your best organizational tip? Do you use any apps that help you manage your business?
I keep multiple to-do lists, hand-written and digital. I also tell clients and partners that I will have something to them by a certain time or day so I have to stick to it.
B + C: What's one piece of advice you would give to female entrepreneurs on the brink of starting?
Just do it, take the leap. And don't worry about what anyone else says to thinks.
B + C: Who inspires you in the entrepreneurial space?
Issa Rae, I'm so inspired by everything that she's created being a creative and a black woman. It's my dream to have my own show one day based on my life and where I give advice and talk about the world. She's doing it and making people laugh and giving people joy. And it's based in LA. Watching Insecure only further cemented my dreams of wanting to live in LA.
B + C: How did you hear about the Office Depot scholarship?
One of my friends that I met through Camp No Counselors saw an IG ad for it and nominated me.
B + C: What has receiving the scholarship to Selfmade done to help you start/grow your business?
It's completely helped me level up and take my business to another level. Selfmade helped me host my first virtual event and taught me how to set up my website to sell tickets to events and get RSVPs.
B + C: How have Office Depot services or products helped you accomplish more in your business?
I got new cards to send in all of my orders with my discount code on them. I also bought a really cool 4K camera that I now use for my social media.
Thanks Taylor! You really know how to sparkle. We love her colorful, creative vibe. You can follow Sustainable Sparkle Bar on Instagram @sustainablesparklebar.
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