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Football Ice Sandwiches for Fun Partytime

Here is an awesome idea for a summer party, team party or really any time for football fans!

Everybody loves ice cream, especially on a hot day. Ice cream sandwiches are always a popular choice for kids and adults alike. They are the perfect pool side or party treat.

Ice cream sandwiches decorated to resemble a football would be great as a snack for your little football player. Or, even the whole team after practice.

These ice cream football sandwiches are not only adorable, but they are really easy to make.

This fun treat recipe was originally published by Kim Byers on The Celebration Shoppe. She recommended them for a Super Bowl party, which is truly a great suggestion.

I love her idea to draw football plays on the wooden spoons that are used as "sticks" for this ice cream treat.

Ice Cream Football Sandwiches

Kim shares really easy to follow instructions in her article. You can probably guess how to create these ice cream football sandwiches by simply looking at her photo, but it is still worthwhile to check out her suggestions. She offers alternate decorating options, as well as freezing and storage tips. I, myself, was surprised to read that the decorated ice cream sandwiches could last up to 30 minutes. Of course, I doubt any football player would ever let one sit for that long! But, you may wish to take the treats to the boys, so it is good to know.

With mini ice sandwiches purchased from the store, a few lines of icing for each sandwich, and wooden spoons, you too can make these totally awesome game day treats. You will certainly be appreciated and hailed as a very creative mom. Very cool indeed!

Be sure to check out Kim's other great party ideas, as well as her original recipe online at The Celebration Shoppe.

Idea & Photo Source: Kim Byers at TheCelebrationShoppe.com

Key Lime Pie Cookie Cups

Summer always makes me think of key lime pie!

I associate key lime pie with Florida vacations because I was on vacation in Destin, Florida the first time I ever eat key lime pie. It has been one of my favorite desserts for many years since.

When I came across this recipe for key lime pie cookie cups, I knew I would have to try them myself. They would make the perfect party food, appetizer or dessert. Snack size treats are truly anytime treats!

Because they are made in a mini muffin pan, they would be the perfect size for a single serving dessert. I always enjoy serving desserts that do not require cutting slices to serve, which allows me to get back to the dinner party faster. Single serving sizes are also wonderfully self-serving.

Key Lime Pie Cookie Cups Recipe

The recipe for these fabulous Key Lime Pie Cookie Cups is published on Shaken Together. Keri introduced me to the Pillsbury Key Lime Cookie mix in her article. Using that mix, she shares how she created these beautiful and tasty treats. She even shares photos showing how she molds the cups, which makes it very easy to emulate.

Once the cookie cups are baked, she simply tops them with her key lime frosting using a star tip.

I have no doubt these Key Lime Pie Cookie Cups will end up being a favorite in your home and for your parties too. You may have to hide a few just so you get some yourself!

If the Pillsbury cookie mix is not readily available, you could use the Key Lime Cookie Recipe published on AllRecipes.com and the Key Lime Buttercream Frosting recipe on MyRecipes.com.

Recipe & Image Credit:

Recipe by Keri on ShakenTogetherLife.com - Key Lime Pie Cookie Cups

Blood Shot Deviled Eggs for Halloween

Halloween will be here before we know it!

I do love Halloween and all of the fun food created just for that holiday. It takes a really creative mind to come up with a lot of these awesome creations.

A friend recently shared this easy fun food creation with me and now I want to share it with you. It is truly hauntingly perfect for Halloween!

Blood Shot Deviled Eggs Recipe for Halloween

Mandee, aka DecoratingforEvents, has written and shared step by step directions for creating your own frighteningly fantastic Blood Shot Deviled Eggs.

This recipe immediately caught my attention because I loved deviled eggs. They make an excellent appetizer or side for any party buffet, but decorated like blood shot eggs for Halloween is simply ingenious.

These eggs are bound to draw every eye to them when you "decorate" your Halloween party table with them!

Recipe & Image Credit: Blood Shot Deviled Eggs by Mandee, one of our own in-house Halloween Haven Hostesses

Peanut Butter Cheese Ball Recipe

A really cool appetizer that adds additional beauty to the party table!

I am always searching for unique designs for visual appeal on my serving table and this one is really neat!

Not only is it a delicious treat, but it adds real character to the party food.

When I first discovered this article, the idea of mixing peanut butter and cheese did not appeal to my taste. However, in looking at the recipe, I found that it calls for cream cheese. Now, that I can handle!

Making the Peanut Butter Cheese Ball is actually very easy and well worth the time.

Therefore, bring on the peanut butter & cream cheese and let the party begin!

Recipe & Image Credit: Party Food Ideas - Peanut Butter Cheese Ball by DecoratingForEvents

PRETZEL ROD DECORATING

If you are looking for a bit of fun on a rainy day, an easy snack for any party or a fabulous treat, you are going to love these Pretzel Rods!

This is the perfect way to combine sweet and salty all in one great, big "crunch".

Not only are they delicious, they are pretty little treats suitable for showers, receptions, teas, luncheons, parties or any gathering. Oh, and wonderful appetizers!
Instructions for making these awesome Pretzel Rods are provided in this article:
Pretzel Rod Decorating

Image Credit and Article: Pretzel Rod Decorating by DecoratingforEvents

SIMPLE FRUIT SALAD CENTERPIECE

With the summer upon us, my mind turns to outdoor parties, graduation parties, wedding receptions, bridal showers, cookouts and fruit!

Mbgphoto offers us a lovely and easy fruit arrangement that would be perfect for any of these occasions. By using the right tool and simply carving a cantaloupe to serve as the fruit bowl, this centerpiece would be quick to prepare.

Simple Fruit Salad Centerpiece by Mbgphoto gives step by step instructions, suggestions and tools needed for creating this food masterpiece.

What a fabulous way to serve fruit!

Step by Step instructions are provided in this article:
Simple Fruit Salad Centerpiece

Image Credit and Article: Simple Fruit Salad Centerpiece by Mbgphoto.

Ladybug Appetizers

Take a look at these ladybug appetizers! Wouldn't they be fun to make and serve.

This is just one of several fun food creations offered in Bugtastic Party Foods: A Recipe For Fun! Snoopygirl also shares recipes and directions for Dirt & Bug Cake, Wormy Cheese Dip, Spiderific Cracker Sandwiches, Bug Juice, Squirmy Cupcakes and more!

Recipes and design instructions are included in this fabulous article! Your kids and friends eyes will be bugging out over these wonderful creations.

Note: The original site for this article has closed. However, you can still find the Ladybug Appetizers Recipe on TasteofHome.com.

Image Credit: Ladybug Appetizer photo from article below.

Visit: Ladybug Appetizers byTasteofHome

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