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Ah, the classic creamsicle. It conjures up happy memories of endless childhood summers and chasing down the ice cream truck! Now we’re grown up, but the craving for something creamy and tangy still hasn’t gone away, which is why we are bringing you this roundup of our favorite frozen creamsicle treats. From naughty cocktails to vegan sorbet, there is something for everyone this summer in these 16 creamsicle-inspired recipes.
1. Blood Orange and Strawberry Creamsicles: How gorgeous are these popsicles with layers of creamy coconut, tangy orange and sweet strawberries! (via Pink Patisserie)
2. Peachy Keen: You’ll never believe these are vegan; instead of dairy, it’s a quick cashew-vanilla cream swirled into the lush, sweet fruityness of fresh peaches. (via My New Roots)
3. Orange Creamsicle Float: An updated version of the classic float is flavored with mandarin oranges and a dash of vanilla for a simple, fuss-free dessert. (via Martha Stewart)
4. Creamsicle Mimosas: Finally a cocktail we can garnish with whipped cream! (via How Sweet Eats)
5. Orange Coconut Creamsicles: By using Greek yogurt for the cream part, you’re saving some calories so you can eat more popsicles! (via Cooking And Beer)
6. Raspberry Creamsicles: This recipe combines the delicate sweetness of raspberries with the creaminess of vanilla yogurt and is great for getting the best return on your basket of berries. (via Spoonful)
7. Chai Creamsicles: Not just for winter anymore, these rich and creamy tea-sicles are a real treat. (via The Kitchn)
8. Orange Creamsicle Smoothie: Tastes like dessert, but acts like breakfast, this smoothie is actually really healthy for you! (via Oh She Glows)
9. Creamsicle Shots: These fizzy, orange float shots are just like sunshine in a shot glass. (via That’s So Michelle)
10. Lime Creamsicles: Made with just three ingredients, these tasty popsicles are creamy, sweet and tart. (via Girl Versus Dough)
11. Pimm’s Orange Soda Floats: This boozy treat is simple and delicious and is extra fun to drink out of colorful paper straws. (via Story By Modcloth)
12. Pink Grapefruit Creamsicles: Perfectly tart, freshly squeezed pink grapefruit juice is layered between rich, creamy coconut milk ice cream flecked with real vanilla beans. (via Pickles And Honey)
13. Lemonade Creamsicles: A tad different from the traditional orange, these lemon creamsicles are more tart but the vibrant flavor may just make these popsicles your new favorite summer treat. (via Sweet Disasters)
14. Orange Creamsicle Milkshake: Take a trip down memory lane with this creamy drink that tastes just like the classic popsicle. (via Bite Me More)
15. Orange Creamsicle Sorbet: This sorbet is about as healthy as ice cream gets with no heavy cream and just a hint of sugar for guilt-free deliciousness. (via The Endless Meal)
16. Classic Creamsicles: We just didn’t think a creamsicle roundup would be complete with an ode to the original orange cream combo! (via Lifetime Moms)
Is your mouth watering for a creamy frozen treat? Will you be trying any of these creamsicle deserts this summer? Let us know in the comments below!
Kate Thorn is an illustrator, foodie, photographer, and blogger at Create & Kate. She loves creating art, traveling, and all things chocolate. A native to the Great Northwest, she is currently living in London and pretending to be a mature grad student.
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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.
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