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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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B + C: How did you know M.E.E. Movement was your business to start?
The M.E.E Movement represents motivation, empowerment, and encouragement for women. It is what represents me. I did not know at first that it was my business to start, but then the thought of monetizing what I loved came to me. It scared me, however. I registered the business in July 2020 and have been slowly building my wings since.
B + C: What's one strategy that's helped you start your business?
Thinking through and researching what the requirements are to start my business, and then asking questions of people who are in the business. Not all advice worked; however, it helped me to figure out what I needed to do and not to do.
B + C: Did you always know life coaching would be your entrepreneurial path?
(Smiles) No, I did not. I 'stumbled" on it. I knew that people were always coming to me for advice and I found that I loved having conversations with them, especially with women, young and old.
B + C: What was your most valuable takeaway from Selfmade?
My most valuable takeaway was the first day of training: Get out of your own way. There were a lot of great moments and important takeaways from every presenter. However, getting out of my own way, pushing past doubts, was for me my most valuable takeaway. Doing something that I had never done before took courage. If I do not focus on what is happening with me mentally then I cannot deliver to my clients successfully.
B + C: What's one piece of advice you would give to female entrepreneurs on the brink of starting?
Get out of your head. You have something to offer. You have what you need to succeed so go ahead and do it.
B + C: How do you stay motivated?
I stay motivated by listening to music and listening to motivational speakers, and sometimes someone will just reach out and talk about the impact that I made in their life. That adds the extra juice or sauce I need to pummel through the day.
B + C: What's your best organizational tip?
Keep a diary and journal. It's the best way for me to keep organized and it also provides a source motivation as I record not only my "losses" but my wins as well.
B + C: Who inspires you in the entrepreneurial space?
Shirley Toliver – She motivates and empowers and makes me always want to show up.
B + C: What has receiving the Office Depot scholarship to Selfmade done to help you start or grow your business?
The scholarship was a blessing in that all the areas that were covered offered valuable information that I needed, from social media to HR. As a new business owner, I needed to know this to increase my own personal awareness in what it takes to run a successful business. The candidness of the presenters made it easy to see myself in their shoes and helped me to realize that I can also get there.
Thanks Colette! You can follow The M.E.E. Movement on Facebook, YouTube, Instagram, and LinkedIn.
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