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Categories: Fall, Recipes

Pumpkin Cream Cheese Mousse with Maple Whipped Cream

Fall is here! If you are in need of an easy, no-bake dessert for Thanksgiving or another fall gathering you are going to love this Pumpkin Cream Cheese Mousse. It is light and fluffy with the perfect taste of fall. Topped with maple whipped cream, you can’t go wrong with this tasty dessert! You can even make this mousse ahead of time if needed.

pumpkin cream cheese mousse with whipped cream and gingersnap cookies

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Ingredients

  • 1 pint Heavy Whipping Cream
  • 6 T. Real Maple Syrup, divided
  • 1 15-oz. can Pumpkin Purée (not pumpkin pie filling)
  • 8 oz. Cream Cheese, softened, cubed
  • 2 T. Pumpkin Pie Spice
  • 1 t. Real Vanilla Extract
  • 1/3 c. Half & Half

Optional Ingredients:

  • Pecan Halves, for topping
  • Ground Cinnamon, for dusting
  • Ginger Snap Cookies, for serving

What You’ll Need

  • Hand Mixer
  • Large Bowl
  • Individual Dessert Bowls for serving, if desired

Directions

Prep Time: 10 minutes + time to chill
Cook Time: n/a
Serves: 4-6

  1. Beat the heavy whipping cream in a large bowl with a hand mixer until it doubles in size. Add 2 tablespoons of the maple syrup and continue beating until it is light and fluffy. Cover and place in the refrigerator until ready to use.
  2. Beat the pumpkin purée, cream cheese, pumpkin pie spice, vanilla extract, half &half, and remaining maple syrup in a large mixing bowl with a hand mixer until thoroughly blended.
  3. Taste and adjust seasonings, if needed. If desired, transfer to individual dessert bowls. Cover and place in the refrigerator to chill for at least 1 hour.
  4. To serve, remove from refrigerator and top with maple whipped cream, pecans, and a sprinkle of ground cinnamon, if desired. Enjoy!

pumpkin cream cheese mousse with maple whipped cream and pecans on top

What is the difference between pumpkin purée and pumpkin pie filling?

Pumpkin purée is pure canned pumpkin. It typically doesn’t have anything else added in; pumpkin should be the only ingredient listed in the can. Pumpkin pie filling is already sweetened and cannot be adjusted to your taste preferences. If you have pumpkin pie filling and need to use it for this recipe, I would not add in any of the spices or sweeteners before at least taste testing the mousse first.

Tips

When making the whipped cream, make sure everything is cold. Chilling the bowl you’ll be using ahead of time will be a big help!

Variations

The pumpkin mousse would pair well with small pieces of spice cake and served as individual trifles. You could even add a layer of crumbled graham crackers!

Storage

The pumpkin cream cheese mousse can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days if needed. I would recommend keeping the mousse and whipped topping separate until you are ready to serve, but it’s a great dessert that you can make ahead of time!

pumpkin mousse with whipped cream and gingersnap cookies

Pumpkin Cream Cheese Mousse with Maple Whipped Cream

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Prep Time 10 mins
Time to Chill 1 hr
Total Time 1 hr 10 mins
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 6
Calories 449 kcal

Equipment

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pint Heavy Whipping Cream
  • 6 T Real Maple Syrup divided
  • 15 oz Pumpkin Purée can
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese softened and cubed
  • 2 T Pumpkin Pie Spice
  • 1 t Real Vanilla Extract
  • 1/3 cup Half & Half
  • Pecan Halves optional topping
  • Ground Cinnamon for dusting
  • Ginger Snap Cookies for serving

Instructions
 

  • Beat the heavy whipping cream in a large bowl with a hand mixer until it doubles in size.
    1 pint Heavy Whipping Cream
  • Add in 2 tablespoons of maple syrup and continue beating until it is light and fluffy.
    6 T Real Maple Syrup
  • Cover and place in the refrigerator until ready to use.
  • Beat the pumpkin purée, cream cheese, pumpkin pie spice, vanilla extract, half & half, and remaining maple syrup in a large mixing bowl with a hand mixer until thoroughly blended.
    15 oz Pumpkin Purée, 8 oz Cream Cheese, 2 T Pumpkin Pie Spice, 1 t Real Vanilla Extract, 1/3 cup Half & Half, 6 T Real Maple Syrup
  • Taste and adjust seasonings, as needed. If desired, transfer to individual dessert bowls. Cover and place in the refrigerator to chill for at least 1 hour.
  • To serve, remove from refrigerator and top with maple whipped cream, pecans, and a sprinkle of ground cinnamon, if desired. Enjoy!
    Pecan Halves, Ground Cinnamon, Ginger Snap Cookies

Nutrition

Calories: 449kcalCarbohydrates: 27gProtein: 7gFat: 36gSaturated Fat: 23gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 114mgSodium: 172mgPotassium: 391mgFiber: 2gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 12451IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 176mgIron: 2mg
Keyword Fall Dessert, Pumpkin, Pumpkin Mousse
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Categories: Recipes, Universal

Harry Potter Inspired Butterbeer Cupcakes

A sweet and delicious recipe for Butterbeer Cupcakes inspired by the Harry Potter books and movies. These soft and fluffy treats are made with butterscotch and cream soda. They are perfect for a Harry Potter party or movie night!

I grew up reading the Harry Potter books and, even now, my husband and I will always stop on a Harry Potter movie on TV when we’re looking for something to watch. Being able to be transported from the Muggle world to the Wizarding world is truly special!

harry potter butterbeer cupcakes with gryffindor scarf on serving plate

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Why You’ll Love These Butterbeer Cupcakes

If you’re waiting on your letter from Hogwarts, these Butterbeer cupcakes might be the next best thing! You’ll feel like a real wizard while you enjoy these butterscotch-flavored cupcakes.

What is Butterbeer?

In the Harry Potter books and movies, Butterbeer is a drink referenced several times, often while the wizarding students were visiting Hogsmeade or Diagon Alley.

If you visit the Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Orlando Resort, you can try seven different types of Butterbeer treats. Hot Butterbeer is my personal favorite and it is now available year-round! It does not contain alcohol at the theme parks.

Butterbeer is very sweet with a butterscotch flavor.

Ingredients

butterbeer cupcakes ingredients measured out in bowls and cups

Cupcake Ingredients

  • 1 cup Light Brown Sugar
  • 3 Eggs, large
  • 1/2 cup Vegetable Oil
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour
  • 1 tsp Baking Soda
  • 1 tsp Baking Powder
  • 1 tsp Kosher Salt
  • 1/2 cup Buttermilk
  • 2 tsp Vanilla Extract
  • 1 tsp Butter Extract
  • 1/2 cup Cream Soda

Butterscotch Sauce Ingredients

  • 1 cup Butterscotch Chips
  • 1/2 cup Heavy Cream

Frosting Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter, room temperature
  • 2 cups Powdered Sugar
  • 1/4 cup Butterscotch Sauce (this is part of the recipe and not an ingredient to purchase)

What You’ll Need

Directions

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Bake Time: 17-20 minutes

Rest Time: 10-15 minutes

Total Time: 50-60 minutes

Servings: 24 Cupcakes

1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.

2. Heat the heavy cream in the microwave for 40 seconds.

3. Pour on top of the butterscotch chips and let sit off to the side.

4. Line the cupcake tin with paper liners.

5. In a bowl, add brown sugar, eggs, and vegetable oil. Whisk together until smooth.

butterbeer cupcakes ingredients
butterbeer cupcakes ingredients

6. Add in flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Whisk together.

butterbeer cupcakes ingredients
butterbeer cupcakes ingredients

7. Add buttermilk and whisk until smooth.

8. Add in the butter and vanilla flavorings.

9. Once smooth, gently stir in the cream soda (it will fizz).

butterbeer cupcakes ingredients

10. Immediately add ¼ cup of the batter to each cupcake liner.

adding butterbeer cupcake batter to baking pan with cupcake liners
cupcake liners filled with butterbeer cupcake batter

11. Bake for 17-20 min, or until golden brown.

baked butterbeer cupcakes in pan

12. Stir the butterscotch syrup. All of the candy should be melted now. If not, pop back in the microwave for 10-15 seconds.

butterbeer cupcakes melted butterscotch chips
butterbeer cupcakes ingredients

13. In a bowl, blend the butter until smooth.

hand mixer butter

14. Add in the powdered sugar and blend, it will be crumbly.

butterbeer cupcakes frosting

15. Pour in the butterscotch sauce, reserving some for the topping. Blend together.

hand mixer butterbeer cupcakes butterscotch frosting

16. The frosting should be fluffy, not runny.  If it’s runny, add in some more powdered sugar.

17. Allow the cupcakes to cool for 10-15 minutes after they come out of the oven.

18. Add the frosting to the piping bag fitted with the tip. Pipe the frosting on top of the cupcakes. Drizzle the leftover syrup over the top.

baked butterbeer cupcakes with piping bag full of frosting next to pan
frosted butterbeer cupcakes
adding butterscotch sauce to butterbeer cupcakes
finished butterbeer cupcakes

Tips

Virgil’s makes Flying Cauldron Butterscotch Beer (non-alcoholic) that would work great in this recipe or just to drink on its own. You can find it on Amazon!

If you want to jazz these cupcakes up even more, you can add some Harry Potter themed cupcake toppers as well. So cute!

Another fun topper would be sprinkles or sugar crystals in the house colors: red and gold for Gryffindor, green and silver for Slytherin, blue and bronze for Ravenclaw, & yellow and black for Hufflepuff.

Storage

You can store these Butterbeer cupcakes in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.

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harry potter butterbeer cupcakes with gryffindor scarf on serving plate

Harry Potter Butterbeer Cupcakes

A sweet and delicious recipe for Butterbeer Cupcakes inspired by the Harry Potter books and movies. These treats are made with butterscotch and cream soda. Perfect for a Harry Potter party or movie night!
5 from 3 votes
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Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Resting Time 10 mins
Total Time 50 mins
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 24 Cupcakes
Calories 264 kcal

Equipment

Ingredients
  

Cupcake Ingredients

  • 1 cup Light Brown Sugar
  • 3 Eggs large
  • 1/2 cup Vegetable Oil
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour
  • 1 tsp Baking Soda
  • 1 tsp Baking Powder
  • 1 tsp Kosher Salt
  • 1/2 cup Buttermilk
  • 2 tsp Vanilla Extract
  • 1 tsp Butter Extract
  • 1/2 cup Cream Soda

Butterscotch Sauce Ingredients

  • 1 cup Butterscotch Chips
  • 1/2 cup Heavy Cream

Frosting Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter room temperature
  • 2 cups Powdered Sugar
  • 1/4 cup Butterscotch Sauce this is part of the recipe and not an ingredient to purchase

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
  • Heat the heavy cream in the microwave for 40 seconds.
    1/2 cup Heavy Cream
  • Pour on top of the butterscotch chips and let sit off to the side.
    1 cup Butterscotch Chips
  • Line the cupcake tin with paper liners.
  • In a bowl, add brown sugar, eggs, and vegetable oil. Whisk together until smooth.
    1 cup Light Brown Sugar, 3 Eggs, 1/2 cup Vegetable Oil
  • Add in flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Whisk together.
    2 cups All-Purpose Flour, 1 tsp Baking Soda, 1 tsp Baking Powder, 1 tsp Kosher Salt
  • Add buttermilk and whisk until smooth.
    1/2 cup Buttermilk
  • Add in the butter and vanilla flavorings.
    1 tsp Butter Extract, 2 tsp Vanilla Extract
  • Once smooth, gently stir in the cream soda (it will fizz).
    1/2 cup Cream Soda
  • Immediately add ¼ cup of the batter to each cupcake liner.
  • Bake for 17-20 min, or until golden brown.
  • Stir the butterscotch syrup. All of the candy should be melted now. If not, pop back in the microwave for 10-15 seconds.
    1/4 cup Butterscotch Sauce
  • While the cupcakes are baking, begin making the frosting.
  • In a bowl, blend the butter until smooth.
    1/2 cup Unsalted Butter
  • Add in the powdered sugar and blend, it will be crumbly.
    2 cups Powdered Sugar
  • Pour in the butterscotch sauce, reserving some for the topping. Blend together.
  • The frosting should be fluffy, not runny.  If it’s runny, add more powdered sugar.
  • Allow the cupcakes to cool for 10-15 minutes after they come out of the oven.
  • Add the frosting to the piping bag fitted with the tip. Pipe the frosting on top of the cupcakes. Drizzle the leftover syrup over the top.

Nutrition

Calories: 264kcalCarbohydrates: 37gProtein: 2gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 37mgSodium: 210mgPotassium: 47mgFiber: 1gSugar: 28gVitamin A: 236IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 34mgIron: 1mg
Keyword Butterbeer, Butterbeer cupcakes, Butterscotch, Cupcakes, Harry Potter
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Categories: Lifestyle, Recipes

Homemade Southern Peach Cobbler

Fresh, juicy peaches make up this easy southern dessert. Pair it with a big scoop of vanilla ice cream for a sweet summertime treat. This homemade southern peach cobbler recipe is so easy to make and doesn’t take much time at all! This recipe is best with fresh peaches, but if fresh ones aren’t available, you can use canned peaches instead.

homemade southern peach cobbler on glass serving plate

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Ingredients

Filling Ingredients:

  • 8 Large, Ripe Peaches, pitted and chopped
  • 1/3 c. White Sugar
  • 2 T Fresh Lemon Juice
  • 2 t. All-Purpose Flour
  • 1 t. Kosher Salt
  • 1 t. Nutmeg
  • 1 t. Cinnamon
  • 1 t. Real Vanilla Extract
  • ¼ c. Packed Brown Sugar

Topping Ingredients:

  • 1 c. All-Purpose Flour
  • ¾ c. Sugar, divided
  • 1 t. Kosher Salt
  • 1 t. Baking Powder
  • ¼ cup Heavy Cream
  • ¼ cup Water
  • 8 T. Unsalted Butter, chilled
  • 1 Egg White, beaten with water added

Optional:

  • Whipped Cream or Ice Cream, for topping

homemade southern peach cobbler ingredients in baking pan

What You’ll Need

  • Large Bowl
  • 8″ x 8″ Greased Baking Pan
  • Additional Bowl
  • Basting Brush

Instructions

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Bake Time: 20-25 minutes
Serves: 4-6

  1. Place the top oven rack in the center position and pre-heat oven to 400°F.
  2. Add peaches, sugar, lemon juice, flour, salt, nutmeg, cinnamon and vanilla extract to a large bowl and toss to combine.
  3. Transfer to a greased 8” x 8” baking pan and spread into an even layer. Sprinkle brown sugar on top of peach mixture before placing pan in pre-heated oven. Bake for 10 minutes.
  4. Add flour, ½ cup sugar, salt, and baking powder to a different bowl and stir to combine. Chop chilled butter into very small pieces with a sharp knife. Add to bowl and combine with dry ingredients with your fingers until small pebble-sized pieces are formed.
  5. Add heavy cream and water to the flour mixture and stir with a fork until all the dry ingredients are moist and somewhat sticky. Do not overwork dough.
  6. Remove baking pan from oven and carefully spoon dough over the top, making sure the dough is the same thickness throughout. Leave spaces in between, as pictured, for a more rustic look.
  7. Return to oven and bake for another 10-15 minutes, or until the topping begins to brown. Remove from oven and brush the top with the egg white wash and sprinkle remaining sugar on top. Return to oven to finish baking, another 10-15 minutes. Remove from oven when the top is golden brown.
  8. Allow pan to cool slightly before serving on its own or topped with whipped cream or ice cream. Enjoy!

homemade southern peach cobbler ingredients in baking pan

Storage

This peach cobbler is best served warm, but any leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

I would not recommend freezing it as the the topping will likely become soggy.

FAQs

  • Can I use canned peaches?
    • Yes, if peaches are not currently in season, canned peaches will work as well.

  • Should I peel the peaches first?
    • It’s a personal preference! The skin on the peaches will soften as it bakes.

  • What is a cobbler?
    • A cobbler typically is made with fruit and top crust, with no bottom crust.

  • Why is my cobbler runny?
    • If your cobbler is runny, it may not have cooled for long enough. It needs to sit after baking to thicken up.

Have more peaches to use? Check out this sweet & spicy Peach Salsa recipe!

homemade southern peach cobbler plated

Homemade Southern Peach Cobbler

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Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Total Time 35 mins
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 6
Calories 506 kcal

Equipment

  • Large Bowl
  • 8" x 8" Baking Pan greased
  • Additional Bowl
  • Basting Brush

Ingredients
  

Filling Ingredients

  • 8 Large, Ripe Peaches pitted and chopped
  • 1/3 c White Sugar
  • 2 T Fresh Lemon Juice
  • 2 t All-Purpose Flour
  • 1 t Kosher Salt
  • 1 t Nutmeg
  • 1 t Cinnamon
  • 1 t Real Vanilla Extract
  • 1/4 c Packed Brown Sugar

Topping Ingredients

  • 1 c All-Purpose Flour
  • 3/4 c Sugar divided
  • 1 t Kosher Salt
  • 1 t Baking Powder
  • 1/4 cup Heavy Cream
  • 1/4 cup Water
  • 8 T Unsalted Butter chilled
  • 1 Egg White beaten with water added

Optional

  • Vanilla Ice Cream or Whipped Cream

Instructions
 

  • Place the top oven rack in the center position and pre-heat oven to 400°F.
  • Add peaches, sugar, lemon juice, flour, salt, nutmeg, cinnamon and vanilla extract to a large bowl and toss to combine.
    8 Large, Ripe Peaches, 1/3 c White Sugar, 2 T Fresh Lemon Juice, 2 t All-Purpose Flour, 1 t Kosher Salt, 1 t Nutmeg, 1 t Cinnamon, 1 t Real Vanilla Extract
  • Transfer to a greased 8” x 8” baking pan and spread into an even layer. Sprinkle brown sugar on top of peach mixture before placing pan in pre-heated oven. Bake for 10 minutes.
    1/4 c Packed Brown Sugar
  • Add flour, ½ cup sugar, salt, and baking powder to a different bowl and stir to combine. Chop chilled butter into very small pieces with a sharp knife. Add to bowl and combine with dry ingredients with your fingers until small pebble-sized pieces are formed.
    1 c All-Purpose Flour, 3/4 c Sugar, 1 t Kosher Salt, 1 t Baking Powder, 8 T Unsalted Butter
  • Add heavy cream and water to the flour mixture and stir with a fork until all the dry ingredients are moist and somewhat sticky. Do not overwork dough.
    1/4 cup Heavy Cream, 1/4 cup Water
  • Remove baking pan from oven and carefully spoon dough over the top, making sure the dough is the same thickness throughout. Leave spaces in between, as pictured, for a more rustic look.
  • Return to oven and bake for another 10-15 minutes, or until the topping begins to brown. Remove from oven and brush the top with the egg white wash and sprinkle remaining sugar on top. Return to oven to finish baking, another 10-15 minutes. Remove from oven when the top is golden brown.
    1 Egg White
  • Allow pan to cool slightly before serving on its own or topped with whipped cream or ice cream. Enjoy!
    Vanilla Ice Cream or Whipped Cream

Nutrition

Calories: 506kcalCarbohydrates: 88gProtein: 10gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 11mgSodium: 820mgPotassium: 428mgFiber: 5gSugar: 65gVitamin A: 799IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 42mgIron: 2mg
Keyword Cobbler, Peach Cobbler, Peaches, Southern
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Categories: Lifestyle, Recipes, Seasonal, Summer

Kid-Friendly Waffle Ice Cream Sandwiches

These quick and easy, semi-homemade Waffle Ice Cream Sandwiches are perfect for hot summer days! Younger children who like to help out in the kitchen will have a blast helping create their own desserts. You’ll just need a handful of ingredients to make this recipe … and plenty of sprinkles for decorating! Easily double or triple this recipe as needed.

waffle ice cream sandwich with chocolate syrup and sprinkles

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Ingredients

  • 4 Square Waffles, cut into 8 rectangles (or 8 Eggo® Wafflers)
  • Vanilla Bean Ice Cream

Chocolate Syrup Ingredients

  • ½ c. Water
  • ½ c. White Sugar
  • 1/3 c. Unsweetened Dark Cocoa Powder
  • 1 t. Real Vanilla Extract
  • 1/8 t. Salt

Optional Topping Ideas

  • Chocolate Sauce
  • Sprinkles
  • Chopped Nuts
  • Crushed Cookies
  • Mini Chocolate Chips

What You’ll Need

  • Large, Rimmed Baking Sheet
  • Small Skillet
  • Whisk
  • Ice Cream Scoop

waffle ice cream sandwiches

waffle ice cream sandwiches with chocolate syrup

Directions

Prep Time: 5 minutes (+ time to chill sandwiches)
Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
Yield: 4 Ice Cream Sandwiches

  1. Pre-heat oven to 350ºF and arrange the waffles on a large, rimmed baking sheet. Remove ice cream from freezer to begin to soften slightly.
  2. Place baking sheet in pre-heated oven and bake for 10-12 minutes, flipping the waffles halfway through. Once the waffles are golden brown, remove baking sheet from the oven and set aside to cool for several minutes.
  3. Prepare the chocolate syrup by combining the water, sugar, cocoa powder, vanilla extract, and salt in a small skillet set over medium heat. Whisk vigorously until the sugar is dissolved and the cocoa powder is thoroughly incorporated into the mixture, approximately 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat and cool completely.
  4. Add a scoop of ice cream to four of the waffles and spread into an even layer. Top each with one of the remaining toasted waffles to create a “sandwich.”
  5. Place the ice cream sandwiches back on the baking tray and place in the freeze for 30 minutes to firm up. Remove baking sheet from freezer and top with the chocolate sauce, plus sprinkles and/or chopped nuts, if desired, before serving. Enjoy!

Waffle Ice Cream Sandwich Tips

Eggo® “Wafflers” are featured in the images. Square or rectangle waffles (versus round waffles) work best for this recipe.

Variations

Love making your own waffles? Go for it! Just make sure to let them cool before adding any ice cream. My favorite waffle mix is Carbon’s Golden Malted; it’s what they use for Mickey Waffles at Disney!

Any flavor ice cream works well with this waffle ice cream sandwich recipe. Mix it up with your favorite flavors and toppings!

waffle ice cream sandwiches with chocolate syrup and sprinkles on white plate

waffle ice cream sandwich with chocolate syrup and sprinkles

Waffle Ice Cream Sandwiches

This quick and easy semi-homemade Waffle Ice Cream Sandwich recipe is perfect for hot summer days! Younger children who like to help out in the kitchen will have a blast helping create their own desserts.
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Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Time to Cool 30 mins
Total Time 45 mins
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 4 people
Calories 213 kcal

Equipment

  • Large, Rimmed Baking Sheet
  • Small Skillet
  • Whisk
  • Ice Cream Scoop

Ingredients
  

  • 4 Square Waffles cut into 8 rectangles
  • Vanilla Bean Ice Cream

Chocolate Syrup

  • 1/2 c Water
  • 1/2 c White Sugar
  • 1/3 c Unsweetened Dark Cocoa Powder
  • 1 t Real Vanilla Extract
  • 1/8 t Salt

Optional Toppings

  • Sprinkles
  • Chopped Nuts

Instructions
 

  • Pre-heat oven to 350ºF and arrange the waffles on a large, rimmed baking sheet. Remove ice cream from freezer to begin to soften slightly.
    4 Square Waffles, Vanilla Bean Ice Cream
  • Place baking sheet in pre-heated oven and bake for 10-12 minutes, flipping the waffles halfway through.
    4 Square Waffles
  • Once the waffles are golden brown, remove baking sheet from the oven and set aside to cool for several minutes.
    4 Square Waffles
  • Prepare the chocolate syrup by combining the water, sugar, cocoa powder, vanilla extract, and salt in a small skillet set over medium heat. Whisk vigorously until the sugar is dissolved and the cocoa powder is thoroughly incorporated into the mixture, approximately 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat and cool completely.
    1/2 c Water, 1/2 c White Sugar, 1/3 c Unsweetened Dark Cocoa Powder, 1 t Real Vanilla Extract, 1/8 t Salt
  • Add a scoop of ice cream to four of the waffles and spread into an even layer. Top each with one of the remaining toasted waffles to create a “sandwich.”
    Vanilla Bean Ice Cream, 4 Square Waffles
  • Place the ice cream sandwiches back on the baking tray and place in the freeze for 30 minutes to firm up. Remove baking sheet from freezer and top with the chocolate sauce, plus sprinkles and/or chopped nuts, if desired, before serving. Enjoy!
    Sprinkles, Chopped Nuts

Nutrition

Calories: 213kcalCarbohydrates: 43gProtein: 4gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 9mgSodium: 281mgPotassium: 141mgFiber: 3gSugar: 26gVitamin A: 532IUCalcium: 92mgIron: 3mg
Keyword Ice Cream, Kid Friendly, Waffle Ice Cream Sandwiches, Waffles
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Categories: Lifestyle, Recipes

Grilled Chipotle Lime Shrimp Kabobs

The smoky and spicy chipotle flavor pairs so well with the lime in this Grilled Chipotle Lime Shrimp Kabob recipe! Make these kabobs to serve on skewers as an appetizer or add the shrimp with your favorite toppings to tacos. Just prep the marinade, add the shrimp, refrigerate for 30 minutes, and toss on the grill after they’ve had time to soak up all of the flavors.

chipotle lime shrimp kabobs plated and garnished
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Ingredients

Marinade Ingredients:

  • 1/4 c. Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 1/4 c. Fresh Squeezed Lime Juice (2 Limes)
  • 1 T. Lime Zest
  • 1 t. Chipotle Chili Pepper
  • 1/2 t. Smoked Paprika
  • 1 t. Garlic Powder
  • 1 t. Onion Powder
  • 1 T. Honey
  • Salt and Black Pepper, to taste

Remaining Ingredients:

  • 1-1/4 lbs. Extra-Large Peeled Deveined Shrimp
  • Optional Garnish: Fresh Parsley or Cilantro and Lime Slices

What You’ll Need

  • 4 Skewers
    • I prefer to use four 12-15” metal skewers for this recipe. If you are using wooden skewers, be sure to soak them for at least 30 minutes before adding shrimp in order to prevent burning.
  • Small Jar with a Lid
  • Large Non-Reactive Bowl

Instructions

Prep time: 45 minutes (includes marinating)
Cook time: 6 minutes
Serves: 4

  1. Whisk marinade ingredients together in a small jar with a lid.
  2. Pour one-half of the marinade mixture into a large non-reactive bowl and reserve the other half in the jar for serving.
  3. Add shrimp to bowl and toss to coat. Marinate at least 15 minutes but not longer than 30 minutes.
  4. Thread the shrimp onto skewers, 5-6 per skewer.
  5. Preheat the grill over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to medium. Lightly oil grill grate. Cook shrimp until no longer translucent, 3-4 minutes per side. Watch carefully as shrimp cook very quickly and will become rubbery if overcooked.
  6. Remove from grill onto a serving platter. Drizzle lightly with reserved marinade.
  7. Serve immediately garnished with fresh parsley sprigs and lime slices or as desired above. Enjoy!

chipotle lime shrimp on skewers

Tips

For this recipe, I used uncooked, peeled, deveined extra-large shrimp (16-20 count). The fewer shrimp per pound, the larger they are. As a good rule of thumb, Jumbo = 11-15, Extra-large = 16-20, Large = 21-30, Medium 31-35, Small 36-45 and Mini or Salad Shrimp is anything smaller. When using frozen shrimp, be sure to thaw, rinse and pat dry before using.

How to Serve Chipotle Lime Shrimp Kabobs

These shrimp kabobs are best served hot right off the grill. You can serve them as an appetizer, on top of a fresh garden salad, or in shrimp tacos.

chipotle lime shrimp served in tacos

Chipotle Lime Shrimp Kabobs

Chipotle Lime Shrimp Kabobs

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Prep Time 45 mins
Cook Time 6 mins
Total Time 51 mins
Course Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 266 kcal

Equipment

  • 4 Skewers
  • Small Jar with a Lid
  • Large Non-Reactive Bowl

Ingredients
  

Marinade Ingredients

  • 1/4 c Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 1/4 c Fresh Squeezed Lime Juice
  • 1 T Lime Zest
  • 1 t Chipotle Chili Pepper
  • 1/2 t Smoked Paprika
  • 1 t Garlic Powder
  • 1 t Onion Powder
  • 1 T Honey
  • Salt and Black Pepper to taste

Other Ingredients

  • 1 1/4 lbs Extra Large Peeled Deveined Shrimp
  • Fresh Parsley or Cilantro optional garnish
  • Fresh Limes optional garnish

Instructions
 

  • Whisk marinade ingredients together in a small jar with a lid.
    1/4 c Extra Virgin Olive Oil, 1/4 c Fresh Squeezed Lime Juice, 1 T Lime Zest, 1 t Chipotle Chili Pepper, 1/2 t Smoked Paprika, 1 t Garlic Powder, 1 t Onion Powder, 1 T Honey, Salt and Black Pepper
  • Pour one-half of the marinade mixture into a large non-reactive bowl and reserve the other half in the jar for serving.
  • Add shrimp to bowl and toss to coat.
    1 1/4 lbs Extra Large Peeled Deveined Shrimp
  • Marinate for at least 15 minutes but not longer than 30 minutes.
  • Thread the shrimp onto skewers, 5-6 per skewer.
    1 1/4 lbs Extra Large Peeled Deveined Shrimp
  • Preheat the grill over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to medium. Lightly oil grill grate.
  • Cook shrimp until no longer translucent, 3-4 minutes per side. Watch carefully as shrimp cook very quickly and will become rubbery if overcooked.
  • Remove from grill onto a serving platter. Drizzle lightly with reserved marinade.
  • Serve immediately garnished with fresh parsley sprigs and lime slices or as desired above. Enjoy!

Notes

I prefer to use four 12-15” metal skewers for this recipe. If you are using wooden skewers, be sure to soak them for at least 30 minutes before adding shrimp in order to prevent burning.

Nutrition

Calories: 266kcalCarbohydrates: 7gProtein: 29gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 228mgSodium: 186mgPotassium: 416mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 194IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 97mgIron: 1mg
Keyword Kabobs, Shrimp
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