Normally a Sparkling Charm recipe gets adjusted 3 to 5 times before it makes it to publishing. This recipe was a one and DONE! My husband was the first taste tester. He said after one bite, “Whoo Babe, I am proud to be an American.” An unexpected response, but he is a soldier.  ?This recipe is a sure fire crowd pleaser. Love at first bite!Grab your aprons! I am sharing this magical recipe with YOU!

Caramel Crunch Doozie Bars

What Do They Taste Like?

Mercy Me! Crunchy! Creamy! Salty! Sweet! …with a hint of butterscotch! They remind me of a Twix Bar.

Occasions To Serve Caramel Crunch Doozie Bars

Valentine’s Day | Galentine’s Day| Mother’s Day | Bridal Showers | Baby Shower | 4th of July | Pool Parties | PJ Party’s | Girl’s Night | Book Club | Craft Club | Homemade Gifts

Caramel Crunch Doozie Bars

Ingredients

80-100 buttery crackers

Sparkle Tip: There are several fine brands of buttery crackers you can use. I am using Club Crackers by Keebler for the rectangular shape to fit my pan. If you are using a round buttery cracker like Ritz, use a sharp knife to gently cut the circles into squares. Save the crumbles in an airtight container. They are great on top of a chicken casserole, for fried chicken batter, on a salad, or sprinkled on vanilla ice cream.

• 1 cup unsalted butter
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
• 2 cups light brown sugar, packed
• 3/4 cups heavy cream
• 1 1/2 cups milk chocolate chips
• 1/2 cup butterscotch chips
• 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
• finishing salt

Instructions

PREP

Line a 9 X 13 inch cake pan with parchment paper leaving long edges to remove the bars from the pan. A 9 X 13 baking dish will work too. No Problem-O! I chose a cake pan for straight edges.

Spray the pan with a flavorless non-stick cooking spray like canola oil. Avoid Olive Oil!

LAYER ONE: CRACKERS

NOTE! Check out my tip above if you chose round crackers in a rectangular pan.

Cover the bottom layer of the pan with a layer of buttery crackers. Count the crackers you used and get two more layers ready to go.

LAYER TWO: CARAMEL

In a heavy medium sized pot, melt the butter, salt, brown sugar, graham cracker crumbs, and heavy cream over medium-low heat.

Once melted, bring the mixture to a boil and continue to stir for exactly 7 minutes. Turn off the heat.

Pour half the caramel over the crackers and spread evenly to the edges of the pan.

WORK QUICKLY!

LAYER THREE AND FOUR: CRACKER LAYER 2 | CARAMEL LAYER 2

Quickly add another layer of crackers and cover with the second half of the caramel. Spread to edges.

LAYER FIVE: ANOTHER CRACKER LAYER

Top with a final layer of crackers. Set aside.

LAYER SIX: CHOCOLATE | BUTTERSCOTCH | PEANUT BUTTER LAYER

Add the milk chocolate chips, butterscotch chips, and peanut butter to a microwave safe bowl. Heat in 15 second intervals stirring in between until the mixture is smooth and creamy.

Pour the topping across the top layer of crackers and gently spread evenly to the edges of the pan.

HERE COMES THE MAGIC!

LASTLY: THE “OH YEAH BABY” LAYER

As if it couldn’t get any better…

Sprinkle with sea salt and mini chocolate chips!

FINISH

Place the pan in the refrigerator for 1 1/2 hours to chill.

Using the excess parchment, lift the sheet of Caramel Crunch Doozie Bars from the pan.

Using a sharp knife, cut into bars. Enjoy!

Sparkle Tip: Store these Caramel Crunch Doozie Bars in an airtight container. If you wish to keep some on hand longer than a day, store them in the refrigerator. They won’t get soggy.

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Ingredients

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80-100 buttery crackers

Sparkle Tip: There are several fine brands of buttery crackers you can use. I am using Club Crackers by Keebler for the rectangular shape to fit my pan. If you are using a round buttery cracker like Ritz, use a sharp knife to gently cut the circles into squares. Save the crumbles in an airtight container. They are great on top of a chicken casserole, for fried chicken batter, on a salad, or sprinkled on vanilla ice cream.

• 1 cup unsalted butter
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
• 2 cups light brown sugar, packed
• 3/4 cups heavy cream
• 1 1/2 cups milk chocolate chips
• 1/2 cup butterscotch chips
• 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
• finishing salt

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Instructions

Line a 9 X 13 inch cake pan with parchment paper leaving long edges to remove the bars from the pan. A 9 X 13 baking dish will work too. No Problem-O! I chose a cake pan for straight edges.

Spray the pan with a flavorless non-stick cooking spray like canola oil. Avoid Olive Oil!

NOTE! Check out my tip above if you chose round crackers in a rectangular pan.

Cover the bottom layer of the pan with a layer of buttery crackers. Count the crackers you used and get two more layers ready to go.

In a heavy medium sized pot, melt the butter, salt, brown sugar, graham cracker crumbs, and heavy cream over medium-low heat. Once melted, bring the mixture to a boil and continue to stir for exactly 7 minutes. Turn off the heat. Pour half the caramel over the crackers and spread evenly to the edges of the pan.

Quickly add another layer of crackers and cover with the second half of the caramel. Spread to edges.

Top with a final layer of crackers.

Add the milk chocolate chips, butterscotch chips, and peanut butter to a microwave safe bowl. Heat in 15 second intervals stirring in between until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Pour the topping across the top layer of crackers and gently spread evenly to the edges of the pan.

Sprinkle with sea salt and mini chocolate chips

FINISH

Place the pan in the refrigerator for 1 1/2 hours to chill.

Using the excess parchment, lift the sheet of Caramel Crunch Doozie Bars from the pan.

Using a sharp knife, cut into bars. Enjoy!

Sparkle Tip: Store these Caramel Crunch Doozie Bars in an airtight container. If you wish to keep some on hand longer than a day, store them in the refrigerator. They won’t get soggy.

Notes

Sparkle Tip: Store these Caramel Crunch Doozie Bars in an airtight container. If you wish to keep some on hand longer than a day, store them in the refrigerator. They won’t get soggy.

Want another recipe to cure any sweet tooth?How about these Vegan Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies!!

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Originally Published: May 31, 2020 Updated: September 14, 2022

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Serve these as an appetizer or a cocktail shot, these savory Spicy Bloody Mary Shrimp Shooters are a party people pleaser. …

WHAT IS A SHRIMP SHOOTER?

A shrimp shooter by definition is a tomato based cocktail shot, but sometimes it is simply a single large shrimp in a small bit of cocktail sauce served in a shot glass. be sure to read the description carefully on a menu.

iS A SHRIMP SHOOTER A COCKTAIL OR AN APPETIZER?

Whether a single shrimp dipped in cocktail sauce served in a shot glass or a shrimp taking a dive in a savory bloody mary mix, it can take on either definition. I like to serve these as my guests arrive.

IS VODKA OR TEQUILA BETTER IN A BLOODY MARY?

Vodka shows up in a bloody mary with a mild almost lost flavor. Whereas, tequila comes in with a hello check me out bang. It is a matter of preference. Both are delicious!

WHEN TO SERVE SHRIMP SHOOTERS

Seafood Extravaganza | Shark Week Binge Watch Party | Pool Party | Brunch | Cinco de Mayo | Kentucky Derby Party | Book Club Party

Spicy Bloody Mary Shrimp Shooters

Ingredients

Serves 6

• 6 large cocktail shrimp, boiled, deveined, shell left only on tail
• 1 1/2 cups bloody mary mixer, chilled (I prefer Zing Zang.)
• 1/4 cup vodka or tequila
• 5 tablespoons cocktail sauce
• 3 tablespoons hot sauce
• 1 tablespoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 6 lemon slices
• chives, whole stems clipped to fit glasses

I kept this simple for the party I had in mind, but you could get super fancy with the garnishing. How about…

• celery salt for rim
• celery stems
• lime wedges
• bacon

Printable Cocktail Sauce Recipe Here.

MIXOLOGY

Step One

Add the chilled bloody mary mixer, chilled vodka or tequila, cocktail sauce, hot sauce, black pepper, and salt to a pitcher and stir to combine.

Step Two

Pour into shot glasses and garnish with a lemon slice, a chive stem, and a large shrimp.

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Boozy Spicy Shrimp Shooters

Serve these as an appetizer or a cocktail shot, these savory Spicy Bloody Mary Shrimp Shooters are a party people pleaser.

Course Appetizers

Cuisine American

Keyword Cocktail Sauce, Shrimp

Total Time 15 minutes minutes

Servings 6

Calories 60kcal

Author Gwyn

Ingredients

• 6 shrimp large, boiled, deveined, shell left only on tail
• 1 1/2 cups bloody mary mixer chilled (I prefer Zing Zang.)
• 1/4 cup vodka or tequila
• 5 tablespoons cocktail sauce
• 3 tablespoons hot sauce
• 1 tablespoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 6 lemon slices
• chives whole stems clipped to fit glasses
• I kept this simple for the party I had in mind but you could get super fancy with the garnishing. How about…
• celery salt for rim
• celery stems
• lime wedges
• bacon

Instructions

• Add the chilled bloody mary mixer, chilled vodka or tequila, cocktail sauce, hot sauce, black pepper, and salt to a pitcher and stir to combine.
• Pour into shot glasses and garnish with a lemon slice, a chive stem, and a large shrimp.

Nutrition

Serving: 1.5cup | Calories: 60kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 0.1g | Saturated Fat: 0.02g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.02g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 11mg | Sodium: 595mg | Potassium: 23mg | Fiber: 0.3g | Sugar: 0.1g | Vitamin A: 16IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 9mg | Iron: 0.2mg

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Cold Sweet Tea Cupcakes with Lemon Sweet Tea Buttercream

Boy of boy are you going to love this recipe! Grab you aprons and let’s get this cupcake party started!

Why Do You Eat Sweet Tea Cupcakes Cold?

You bet COLD! I serve these a bit different than other recipes out there. I serve them COLD! It is a part of the whole experience. Scroll on down for a charming way to serve these to your guests.

How Do Cold sweet Tea Cupcakes With Sweet Tea Lemon Buttercream Taste?

The frosting is cool, rich, and creamy. The cake is light yet slightly dense. When the two mix in your mouth you are sure to have a hard time minding your manners by placing it back on your plate before having your second bite.

A Charming Way To Serve Cold Sweet Tea Cupcakes with Buttercream?

Who Invented the First Cupcake?

Amelia Simmons invented the first cupcake in 1796 and was the author of the first American cookbook called American Cookery.

What Were The First Cupcakes Called?

Originally, the first cupcakes were called “number cakes” or “1,2,3,4 cakes” because it was an easy way to recall portions in the recipe. One cup butter, two cups sugar, three cups of flour, one cup of milk, and one spoonful of soda.

What Are the 10 Most Popular Cupcake flavors?

10. Vanilla 9. Pumpkin 8. Banana 7. Coffee 6. Chocolate 5. Lemon 4. Peanut Butter 3.Carrot Cake 2. Red Velvet DRUM ROLL PLEASE! 1. Chocolate with Vanilla Icing

All may be true, but I am adding this cupcake to the list. Perhaps #1 is really the 1st runner up and the best of all time cupcake is….

THE SPARKLING CHARM COLD SWEET TEA CUPCAKE WITH LEMON SWEET TEA BUTTERCREAM FROSTING?!

I feel like we need a Cupcake dad joke Added here.

Cold Sweet Tea Cupcakes with Lemon Sweet Tea Buttercream

Ingredients

Sweet Tea Cupcakes

• 1 cup whole milk, warmed just to the point of boiling
• 12 tablespoons loose black tea
• 2 cups cake flour, sifted
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup sugar
• 1/2 cup canola oil
• 2 tablespoons sour cream
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 large eggs, room temperature

Lemon Sweet Tea Buttercream

• 1/2 stick unsalted butter, softened
• 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 3 cups confectioners’ sugar
• 1/4 cup of milk, warmed to the point of boiling (ACCOUNTED FOR ABOVE)
• zest of 2 fresh lemons

Garnishes

• 6 Striped Straws, cut in half (Lot’s of Colors Here) or old fashioned striped candy sticks
• Sanding Sugar
• Candied Lemons or Fresh Lemon Slices

Instructions

Sweet Tea Cupcakes

Preheat the oven to 350° F. and line a cupcake pan with cupcake liners. 

Cupcake Tip

Add a little bit of rice to the bottom of each cupcake well to avoid greasy liners once baked. The rice will absorb some of the oil.

First, bring the milk just to a boil in medium saucepan, turn off the heat and remove from the eye of the stove. Add the loose tea leaves and give them a stir. Steep for 15 minutes. Using a fine mesh strainer, strain the liquid into a bowl. 

Second, sift the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside. Add the sugar, oil, and vanilla to the bowl of a stand mixer and beat for 30 seconds. Mix in the sour cream. Next, mix in the eggs one at a time. Alternate adding the flour and 3/4 cup tea milk until just combined. Avoid over mixing.

Third, fill the cupcake wells evenly 3/4 full and bake for 15 minutes.

Rotate the pan and continue to bake for 5 to 8 minutes or until the cupcakes are golden brown. Remove from the oven and place the cupcake pan and cool on a baking rack. 

Lemon Sweet Tea Buttercream

Add the butter, cream cheese, lemon zest, and confectioners’ sugar into a mixing bowl. Add 3 tablespoons of the 1/4 cup remaining tea milk and beat with a hand mixer until smooth and fluffy.

The Fun Part

Swirl big dollops of the Lemon Sweet Tea Frosting onto the tops of the Sweet Tea Cupcakes and swirl with the back of a spoon.

Garnish with a sprinkle of sanding sugar, lemon zest, a straw (or a candy stick), and a lemon slice (or a candied lemon slice”.

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In the south sweet tea is a staple so it is no coincidence we would one day decide to use it in a cupcake recipe. Today I am sharing how I make, Sweet Tea Cupcakes with Lemon Sweet Tea Buttercream. Moist and Delicious! 

Course Dessert

Cuisine American, Southern

Keyword Buttercream Frosting, Cupcakes, Lemons, Sweet Tea, Sweet Tea Cupcakes

Prep Time 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time 30 minutes minutes

Total Time 45 minutes minutes

Servings 12

Calories 286kcal

Author Gwyn

Ingredients

Sweet Tea Cupcakes

• 1 cup whole milk (warmed just to the point of boiling)
• 12 tablespoons loose black tea
• 2 cups cake flour (sifted)
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup sugar
• 1/2 cup canola oil
• 2 tablespoons sour cream
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 large eggs (room temperature)

Lemon Sweet Tea Buttercream

• 1/2 stick unsalted butter (softened)
• 8 ounces cream cheese (softened)
• 3 cups confectioners’ sugar
• 1/4 cup of milk (warmed to the point of boiling (ACCOUNTED FOR ABOVE))
• zest of 2 fresh lemons

Garnishes

• 6 Striped Straws (cut in half (Lot’s of Colors Here) or old fashioned striped candy sticks)
• Sanding Sugar
• Candied Lemons or Fresh Lemon Slices

Instructions

Sweet Tea Cupcakes

• Preheat the oven to 350° F. and line a cupcake pan with cupcake liners. 
• First, bring the milk just to a boil in medium saucepan, turn off the heat and remove from the eye of the stove. Add the loose tea leaves and give them a stir. Steep for 15 minutes. Using a fine mesh strainer, strain the liquid into a bowl. 
• Second, sift the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside. Add the sugar, oil, and vanilla to the bowl of a stand mixer and beat for 30 seconds. Mix in the sour cream. Next, mix in the eggs one at a time. Alternate adding the flour and 3/4 cup tea milk until just combined. Avoid over mixing.
• Third, fill the cupcake wells evenly 3/4 full and bake for 15 minutes. Rotate the pan and continue to bake for 5 to 8 minutes or until the cupcakes are golden brown. Remove from the oven and place the cupcake pan and cool on a baking rack. 

Lemon Sweet Tea Buttercream

• Add the butter, cream cheese, lemon zest, and confectioners’ sugar into a mixing bowl. Add 3 tablespoons of the 

  1/4 cup remaining tea milk

   and beat with a 

  hand mixer until smooth and fluffy.
• Swirl big dollops of the Lemon Sweet Tea Frosting onto the tops of the Sweet Tea Cupcakes and swirl with the back of a spoon.
• Garnish with a sprinkle of sanding sugar, lemon zest, a straw (or a candy stick), and a lemon slice (or a candied lemon slice”. 

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 286kcal | Carbohydrates: 68g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Trans Fat: 0.04g | Cholesterol: 11mg | Sodium: 381mg | Potassium: 84mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 21g | Vitamin A: 86IU | Vitamin C: 0.02mg | Calcium: 119mg | Iron: 0.3mg

Sweet Tea Cupcakes at the Loveless Cafe’

Pastry Chef Christa Nash, at the very famous Loveless Cafe just out of Nashville, TN makes a delectable sweet tea cupcake with a salted honey frosting. Guess what! the recipe is generously shared here. You must add this to your recipe box too.

IT WILL MELT IN YOUR MOUTH PEOPLE! If you are ever in the area don’t eat the day before you go. Between the popular biscuits, delectable menu items, and this cupcake, you will need plenty of room to enjoy a little bit of everything. What do Sweet Tea Cupcakes with Lemon Sweet Tea Frosting Taste Like?

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Perfect for a party, gameday, picnic, cookout, or a cozy evening at home, you can’t go wrong with this recipe. In fact your partakers will beg you for the recipe. Be sure to scroll all the way to the bottom and see how I share this recipe as a party take-away gift. Grab your apron friend! Let’s Sparkle!

Six Fun Sweet Vidalia Onion Facts

1. The Vidalia Onion was discovered by Mose Coleman during the great depression.
2. Vidalia Onions are named after the town they are grown in, Vidalia, Georgia.
3. The Vidalia Onion became the Georgia state vegetable in 1990.
4. The sweet flavor is from the low amount of sulfur in the soil in which the onions are grown.
5. The Vidalia Onion has a 1,300 square foot museum filled with the history of this Georgia treasure.
6. Piggly Wiggly was the first grocery store to sell Vidalia Onions.

Find more fun Vidalia Onion facts here.

PS If you are a foodie like me and are planning a trip to Georgia, be sure plan a Culinary Road Trip in south Georgia.

What To Serve With The Best Baked Vidalia Onion Dip

A Charming Place Card And Take Away Gift/Favor For The Best Baked Sweet Vidalia Onion Dip

Tie a cute bow around a Vidalia Onion with a name tag. It will make a great place setting and/or a take away gift. Click for tutorial and Supply Links.

The Best Baked Sweet Vidalia Onion Dip

Ingredients

• 3 medium Vidalia Onions
• 2 – 8 ounce packages of cream cheese, softened
• 3/4 freshly grated parmesan cheese
• 2 tablespoons hot sauce
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper
• 3 heaping tablespoons of mayonnaise, preferably Duke’s (A southerner can tell if you don’t use Duke’s Mayonnaise.)

Why Southerners Are Crazy About Duke’s Mayonnaise. ‘ You must watch this video! It will make you smile!

Directions

Preheat oven to 350° F.

Using a grater over a bowl, finely grate one of the Vidalia Onions. Using a paper towel, press some some of the water out. Thinly slice the other two Vidalia Onions.

Add the grated onions, sliced onions, cream cheese, parmesan cheese, hot sauce, salt, pepper, and mayonnaise to a medium mixing bowl and stir with a wooden spoon to combine.

Place in an 8 X 8 baking dish and bake for 35 minutes or until golden brown.

Serve with corn chip scoops.

More Ways To Use Vidalia Onions

Magnolia and Vidalia Onion Summer Tablescape | How To Make Vidalia Onion Party Favors and Place Cards | Spicy Chili Lime Vidalia Onion Magnolias

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The Best Baked Vidalia Onion Dip

How about a savory and slightly sweet hot and cheesy recipe that is unforgettable?

Course Appetizers

Cuisine American

Keyword Dip, Onions, Vidalia Onion Dip, Vidalia Onions

Prep Time 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time 35 minutes minutes

Total Time 45 minutes minutes

Servings 8

Calories 139kcal

Author Gwyn

Ingredients

• 3 Vidalia Onions
• 16 ounces cream cheese softened
• 3/4 cup parmesan cheese grated
• 2 tablespoons hot sauce
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper
• 3 heaping tablespoons of mayonnaise preferably Duke’s (A southerner can tell if you don’t use Duke’s Mayonnaise.)

Instructions

• Preheat oven to 350° F.
• Using a grater over a bowl, finely grate one of the Vidalia Onions. Using a paper towel, press some some of the water out. Thinly slice the other two Vidalia Onions.
• Add the grated onions, sliced onions, cream cheese, parmesan cheese, hot sauce, salt, pepper, and mayonnaise to a medium mixing bowl and stir with a wooden spoon to combine.
• Place in an 8 X 8 baking dish and bake for 35 minutes or until golden brown.

Nutrition

Serving: 1.5 cup | Calories: 139kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 13g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 15mg | Sodium: 803mg | Potassium: 328mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 119IU | Vitamin C: 9mg | Calcium: 307mg | Iron: 0.5mg

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How To Make The Best Sweet Tea Sangria

Occasions to Serve Sangria

Serve it for the 4th of July, Memorial Day, Summer Picnics, Pool Parties, or a hot summer day! YOU ARE GOING TO LOVE THIS COCKTAIL!

What is In Traditional Mexican Sangria?

Mexican Sangria is made with orange liquor, brandy, orange juice, oranges, limes, pineapple, and cinnamon.

What is in Traditional Spanish Sangria?

Traditional Spanish Sangria is made with red wine, water, herbs, spices, and fruit.

Can You Add Sweet Tea To Sangria?

Yes! It is the perfect summertime cocktail! SO GOOD!

How To Make The Best Sweet Tea Sangria

Ingredients

• 1 750-ml. white wine ( I am using a Starborough Sauvignon Blanc from New Zealand)
• 6 cups sweet tea
• 1 /4 cup Triple sec.
• 3 medium fresh peaches, sliced
• 1 cup fresh blueberries
• 1 fresh green apple, sliced, chunks
• 5 fresh strawberries, sliced in half
• 3 basil leaves, whole
• fresh mint sprig for garnish

Mixology | Instructions

In a large pitcher add the wine, sweet tea, triple sec, fresh peaches, blueberries, green apples, strawberries, and basil leaves. Give it a good stir and put it in the refrigerator until chilled.

Fill a glass 1/2 full with ice. Pour the Best Sweet Tea Sangria over the ice letting some of the fruit fall into the glass.

Garnish with fresh mint and serve.

MORE SUMMERTIME IDEAS HERE!

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The Best Sweet Tea Sangria! Infused with white wine and fresh summer fruit, this refreshing summertime cocktail is perfect for any hot summertime day.

Course Cocktails

Cuisine American

Keyword Fruit Pies, Sangria, Summer Cocktails, Sweet Tea, Sweet Tea Sangria

Resting Time 1 hour hour

Total Time 15 minutes minutes

Servings 6

Calories 138kcal

Author Gwyn

Ingredients

• 1 750- ml. white wine I am using a Starborough Sauvignon Blanc from New Zealand
• 6 cups sweet tea
• 1 /4 cup Triple sec.
• 3 medium fresh peaches sliced
• 1 cup fresh blueberries
• 1 fresh green apple sliced, chunks
• 5 fresh strawberries sliced in half
• 3 basil leaves whole
• fresh mint sprig for garnish

Instructions

• In a large pitcher add the wine, sweet tea, triple sec, fresh peaches, blueberries, green apples, strawberries, and basil leaves. Give it a good stir and put it in the refrigerator until chilled.
• Fill a glass 1/2 full with ice. Pour the Best Sweet Tea Sangria over the ice letting some of the fruit fall into the glass.
• Garnish with fresh mint and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 8ounces | Calories: 138kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 0.1g | Saturated Fat: 0.04g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.01g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.02g | Sodium: 12mg | Potassium: 101mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 0.03g | Vitamin A: 15IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 52mg | Iron: 2mg

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Things that make you go wow! Plan on making chicken and waffles for dinner. Today I am sharing my recipe for Spicy Sweet Strawberry Honey Butter.

Spicy Sweet Strawberry Honey Butter

What Does It Go With?

Spread it on hot rolls, biscuits, bagels, muffins, cornbread, waffles, pancakes, and even chicken or steak. This is one versatile treat!

How Long will It Last?

Store it in the refrigerator for up to one week or freeze it for up to one month.

Can you Use Frozen Strawberries?

Well yes you can! Simply replace the fresh strawberries with frozen. Thaw completely and pat a little of the water out with a paper towel.

Spicy Sweet Strawberry Honey Sparkle Tip: Share It!

Share this treat and a loaf of fresh bread with neighbors, friends, and family. Don’t forget the hostess. This will be a much appreciated treat for breakfast after hosting a party.

Spicy Sweet Strawberry Honey Butter

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup unsalted butter
• 3/4 cup fresh strawberries, diced
• 2 tablespoons raw honey
• 1/2 teaspoon, pink salt
• 1 teaspoon pepper

Instructions

Add all ingredients into a food processor and mix until smooth and fluffy.

How About Another Great Idea For Delicious with this BONUS RECIPE…

How to Make Strawberry Honey

Ingredients

• 1 cup fresh strawberries
• 2 cups raw honey

Directions

Place the strawberries into a food processor and puree. Strain. Pour the juice into honey and mix. 100% Delicious!

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Things that make you go wow! Plan on making chicken and waffles for dinner. Today I am sharing my recipe for Spicy Sweet Strawberry Honey Butter. 

Course Breakfast

Cuisine American

Keyword Butter, Honey, Strawberry Butter, Strawberry Honey Butter

Prep Time 10 minutes minutes

Total Time 10 minutes minutes

Servings 12

Calories 81kcal

Author Gwyn

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup butter unsalted
• 3/4 cup strawberries diced
• 2 tablespoons raw honey
• 1/2 pink salt
• 1 teaspoon pepper

Instructions

• Add all ingredients into a food processor and mix until smooth and fluffy.

Nutrition

Serving: 1 tablespoon | Calories: 81kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 0.2g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 20mg | Sodium: 61mg | Potassium: 19mg | Fiber: 0.2g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 239IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 4mg | Iron: 0.1mg

More Strawberry Ideas

Strawberry Scones | DIY Strawberry Roses | Belgium Waffles and Strawberry S’Mores Pink Chocolate Strawberry Truffles | Strawberries and Honey Thyme Goat Cheese Naan French Toast Kabobs with Strawberries and Bacon | Mini Strawberry Poptarts

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The Oak Lily -Official Drink of The Kentucky Oaks

Move over boys! This race is for the thoroughbred fillies (female horses). Tune in to the Derby a day early and watch these beauties run while sipping this refreshing pink cocktail made with cranberry juice, vodka, lemon juice, and Triple Sec.

What Kind of Glass Do You Serve A Kentucky Oaks Lily In?

The Oaks Lily is served in a stemless wine glass. In fact, each year there is a dated commemorative glass made just for this drink.

How To Make A Kentucky Oaks Lily

Ingredients

• 3 ounces cranberry juice, sweetened and chilled
• 1 1/2 ounces vodka, chilled
• 1/8 cup fresh lemon juice
• 1 ounce Triple Sec, chilled
• crushed ice

Garnish

• blackberries
• fresh mint sprigs
• fresh lemon slices

Mixology | Instructions

In a shaker, add 1 inch of crushed ice, cranberry juice, vodka, lemon juice, and the Triple Sec. Shake! This is where the magic happens.

Pour over crushed ice and add blackberries, fresh mint, and a lemon slice. ENJOY!

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How To Make A Kentucky Oaks Lily

Plan to make both for Derby Weekend. The refreshing Oaks Lily is the official cocktail for the Kentucky Oaks, a race the day before the Kentucky Derby! Grab your shakers, I am sharing how to make the Oaks Lily Cocktail. 

Course Cocktails

Cuisine American

Keyword Cranberry Juice, Kentucky Derby, Kentucky Oaks, Mint, Triple Sec, Vodka Shots

Total Time 5 minutes minutes

Servings 1 Cocktail

Calories 363kcal

Author Gwyn

Ingredients

• 3 ounces cranberry juice (sweetened and chilled)
• 1 1/2 ounces vodka (chilled)
• 1 ounce lemon juice (fresh)
• 1 ounce Triple Sec (chilled)
• crushed ice
• Garnish
• blackberries
• fresh mint sprigs
• fresh lemon slices

Instructions

• In a shaker, add 1 inch of crushed ice, cranberry juice, vodka, lemon juice, and the Triple Sec. Shake! Shake! Shake! This is where the magic happens.
• Pour over crushed ice and add blackberries, fresh mint, and a lemon slice. ENJOY!

Nutrition

Serving: 1Cocktail | Calories: 363kcal | Carbohydrates: 55g | Protein: 0.2g | Fat: 0.2g | Saturated Fat: 0.04g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.04g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.01g | Sodium: 6mg | Potassium: 80mg | Fiber: 0.3g | Sugar: 46g | Vitamin A: 31IU | Vitamin C: 50mg | Calcium: 11mg | Iron: 0.3mg

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A lovely addition to lunches, brunches, teas, this creamy and savory tea sandwich is party favorite that will leave your guests talking.

History of the Benedictine Tea Sandwich and The Kentucky Derby

The creamy green cloud of fluff between two pieces of white bread is a Kentucky tradition, named after Jennie Carter Benedict. She ran a tearoom in Louisville Kentucky in the early 1900’s and this was on the menu. Consequently, her first cookbook published in 1902, Blue Ribbon Cooking didn’t include her recipe. However, it has been added since. Her recipe became so popular it became a must make for every Kentucky Derby party.

What is a Tea Sandwich

A tea sandwich, also referred to as a finger sandwich is a small prepared sandwich meant to be eaten at teatime to curb hunger until the evening meal.

More Kentucky Derby Recipe You Must Add To Your Menu

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The Best Kentucky Benedictine Tea Sandwiches

Ingredients

• 1 long english cucumber, skin on
• 1 medium white onion, outer skin removed
• 2 – 8 ounce blocks cream cheese, softened
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon zest
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 teaspoons pepper
• 3 drops green food coloring (optional)

Instructions

Leaving the skin on, cut the cucumber in half and grate over a bowl. Place the grated cucumber into a fine mesh strainer. Next, grate the onion, add to the strainer, and toss together with the cucumber. Let the grated onions and cucumber drain for 10 minutes gently pressing every few minutes.

Add the cream cheese, grated cucumber onion mixture, lemon zest, salt, pepper, and food coloring into a medium bowl and beat with a hand mixer at medium speed until light and fluffy.

Generously spread the Benedectine onto the soft white bread. Arange on a pretty tray and enjoy!

Benedictine Dip Recipe

In addition to being delicious between two slices of soft white bread, over time people realized this sandwich spread is great on crackers and for vegetable dipping. There is just one simple step to turning the spread into a dip. Simply avoid draining the grated onions and cucumbers.

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The Best Kentucky Benedictine Tea Sandwiches

Light and delicious! Melt in your mouth! Savory! OH MY GOSH! YUM! I am sharing my recipe for the best Kentucky Benedictine Tea Sandwiches.

Course Appetizer, Side Dishes

Cuisine American

Keyword Benedictine Tea Sandwiches, Cream Cheese, Cucumbers, Onions, Tea Sandwiches

Total Time 20 minutes minutes

Servings 12 Servings

Calories 47kcal

Author Gwyn

Ingredients

• 1 english cucumber (skin on)
• 1 white onion (outer skin removed)
• 16 ounces cream cheese (softened)
• 1 tablespoon lemon zest
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon pepper
• 3 drops green food coloring optional

Instructions

• Leaving the skin on, cut the cucumber in half and grate over a bowl. Place the grated cucumber into a fine mesh strainer. Next, grate the onion, add to the strainer, and toss together with the cucumber. Let the grated onions and cucumber drain for 10 minutes gently pressing every few minutes.
• Add the cream cheese, grated cucumber onion mixture, lemon zest, salt, pepper, and food coloring into a medium bowl and beat with a hand mixer at medium speed until light and fluffy.
• Generously spread the Benedectine onto the soft white bread. Arange on a pretty tray and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1 Serving | Calories: 47kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 0.4g | Saturated Fat: 0.3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.03g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 5mg | Sodium: 460mg | Potassium: 157mg | Fiber: 0.3g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 48IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 140mg | Iron: 0.2mg

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How To Style A Kentucky Derby Mint Julep Bar Cart

Derby Time!

Inspired by traditional red, black, and gold derby colors, this Kentucky Derby Bar Cart is a show-stopper for a Kentucky Derby celebration.

Lastly, let’s get the party started!

How To Style A Kentucky Derby Mint Julep Bar Cart

Details For Style The Derby Bar Cart

Gold Bar Cart

Certainly, we have to chat about This gold bar cart. It is one of the several I have in our home. In addition, it lives upstairs in our guest room as a “Guest Room Cozy Cart”. I pull it use it outside for patio parties, inside when I need an extra bar cart for easy access for more than 8 guests,

Green Faux Grass

Firstly, cut this faux grass to fit the top and bottom shelves of the bar cart. This is the base for the pretty things you will add to set the scene.

Red Roses

The timeless red rose is the official flower of the Kentucky Derby.

Why are Red Roses the Official Flower of The Kentucky Derby?

Referred to as “The Run for the Roses”, in 1883, socialite E. Berry Wall presented a bouquet of roses to the ladies at a Kentucky Derby party. Inspired by this gesture, Churchill Downs founder and president Meriwether Lewis Clark declared that roses be the official flower of the Derby. In 1896, the tradition of draping a blanket of 554 red roses to the Kentucky Derby winner was established. Another fun fact, 7,500 roses are used to decorate the track each year.

Crystal Vase

This lead crystal vase was a keepsake from our Charleston wedding. Celebrating at our reception, it was one of the many crystal filled vases holding white roses, hydrangeas, tulips, and greenery all adorning the tables in the Charleston Place Hotel ballroom.

You can sometimes find great deals on lead crystal vases at Home Goods and/or ebay. This is a pretty choice. A silver winner’s trophy would also be a fun way to display red roses on this Kentucky Derby bar cart.

Small Footed Crystal Bowl

Use a crystal dish for fresh mint sprigs. You can easily find them by googling “small footed crystal bowl”. There are many to choose from and can be used for many things.

Crystal Pitcher filled with Mint Simple Syrup

Fill beautiful crystal pitcher with mint simple syrup.

Simple Syrup Recipe

Of course, you will need the recipe for the simple syrup. Firstly, mix equal parts of white sugar and and boiling water to a bowl with mint leaves. Secondly, stir until the sugar is dissolved. Lastly, pour the mint flavored simple syrup in the pretty crystal pitcher.

Mint Julep Cups

Oh my heart! Above all, do I ever fancy a silver mint julep cup filled with a refreshing Mint Julep. Everything about it is fun. These are a must for a Kentucky Derby Mint Julep Bar Cart.

History of The Mint Julep Cup

“The first prototypes were made during the Franklin Delano Roosevelt presidency, while the initial cups produced for retail were sold during Harry Truman’s administration. Over the years, each new President of the United States has been sent a cup – hand engraved on the side with the Presidential Seal” …

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Large Crystal Champagne Ice Bucket

This is a pretty choice.

Bourbon Selections

The smooth Woodford Reserve is the signature Bourbon used at the Kentucky Derby. It has a strong flavor profile with caramel notes. In other words, I recommend adding a few choices to your cart.

Black and White Diamond Ribbon

Tie a long tailed black and white diamond bow to the corner of the bar cart to pull in winner circle vibes.

Large Horses

The large horses can be found on Amazon and craft stores.

Small Gold Horses

Paint these toy horses with gold spray paint. As a result, this small charming touch will make a great point of interest to the setting.

In conclusion, mix up a mint julep, step back and admire your masterpiece!

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Georgia Sweet Tea Bourbon Slush

Occasions To Serve Sweet Tea Bourbon Slush

• Kentucky Derby Party
• Kentucky Oaks Party
• Summer Cookout
• Masters Golf Viewing Party
• Book Club
• Brunch

Let’s get this party started. Grab a your favorite bourbon, I am sharing HOW TO MAKE SWEET TEA BOURBON SLUSH!

Georgia Sweet Tea Bourbon Slush

Ingredients

• 4 large tea bags for 4 cups STRONG HOT brewed unsweet ice tea
• 2 cups white sugar
• 2 1/2 cups bourbon
• 8 cups water, cold
• 24 ounces frozen lemonade concentrate, thawed
• 12 ounces frozen orange juice concentrate, thawed

Mixology | Instructions

1. STRONG TEA: Bring 4 1/4 cups water to a rolling boil. Turn heat off. Add 4 large tea bags and cover with a lid for EXACTLY 5 minutes. Remove tea bags. Measure out 4 cups for this recipe. 

2. Add the white sugar to a large mixing bowl. Pour in the hot tea and stir to dissolve the sugar.

3. Stir in the bourbon, lemonade concentrate, and orange juice concentrate.

4. Pour in the water and continue to stir until well mixed.

5. Place in the freezer for 8 hours. Remove and give it a stir.

6. Return to the freezer and continue to freeze for 2 more hours.

7. Take the Georgia Sweet Tea Bourbon Slush out of the freezer 30 minutes before serving.

8. Scoop into a pretty glass or a punch bowl.

Notes: You can store in an airtight container for a month.

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Georgia Sweet Tea Bourbon Slush

Oh so good! Perfect for a Derby Party! Perfect for any celebration! …and it is Easy Peasy to make!

Course Cocktails

Cuisine American

Keyword Bourbon, Bourbon Slush, Sweet Tea

Prep Time 30 minutes minutes

Freezing Time 1 day day

Total Time 1 day day 30 minutes minutes

Servings 16 Servings

Calories 317kcal

Author Gwyn

Ingredients

• 4 large tea bags for 4 cups STRONG HOT brewed unsweet ice tea
• 2 cups white sugar
• 2 1/2 cups bourbon
• 8 cups water cold
• 24 ounces frozen lemonade concentrate thawed
• 12 ounces frozen orange juice concentrate thawed

Instructions

• Bring 4 1/4 cups water to a rolling boil. Turn heat off. Add 4 large tea bags and cover with a lid for EXACTLY 5 minutes. Remove tea bags. Measure out 4 cups for this recipe.
• Add the white sugar to a large mixing bowl. Pour in the hot tea and stir to dissolve the sugar.
• Stir in the bourbon, lemonade concentrate, and orange juice concentrate.
• Pour in the water and continue to stir until well mixed.
• Place in the freezer for 8 hours. Remove and give it a stir.
• Return to the freezer and continue to freeze for 2 more hours.
• Take the Georgia Sweet Tea Bourbon Slush out of the freezer 30 minutes before serving.
• Scoop into a pretty glass or a punch bowl.

Nutrition

Serving: 16servings | Calories: 317kcal | Carbohydrates: 57g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 0.5g | Saturated Fat: 0.04g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.04g | Sodium: 1152mg | Potassium: 250mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 30g | Vitamin A: 513IU | Vitamin C: 43mg | Calcium: 16mg | Iron: 0.3mg

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How To Make The Classic Azalea Cocktail – A Masters Favorite

Reasons To Love The Azalea Cocktail

Don’t you just love sipping a pretty cocktail in the sunshine? I sure do! Something about it puts a smile on my face. Especially if the cocktail is a shade of pink. Before we get to the ingredients in the azalea cocktail, I feel like I should let you know…

How The Classic Azalea Cocktail Got Its Name

The state flower of Georgia and the signature flower of The Masters is the stunning azalea. Just in time for the tournament, there are over thirty varieties of azaleas that color the National Golf Club course in Augusta with fantastic blooms. The famous 13th hole is has over 1,000 bushes and with no surprise named “The Azalea.” Therefore, it just makes sense that The Masters signature cocktail be and the Azalea cocktail is the signature cocktail for the tournament.

What is In The Azalea Cocktail?

• Vodka or Gin
• Pineapple Juice
• Lemon Juice
• Grenadine

How Does The Classic Azalea Cocktail Taste?

This lovely colored drink is sweet, fruity, with a subtle bite of citrus. It is a refreshing cocktail for a warm day.

When To Serve The Azalea Cocktail

• A Masters Viewing Party
• Spring Brunch
• Mother’s Day
• Spring Book Club

How To Make The Classic Azalea Cocktail

Azalea Cocktail Ingredients

• 2 ounces of good vodka or gin if you prefer
• 2 ounces of pineapple juice
• 1 ounce fresh squeezed lemon juice
• splash grenadine

Azalea Cocktail Garnish Ideas

• fresh or candy lemon wedges
• maraschino cherries
• mint sprig

I found these charming golf picks here.

Mixology | Instructions

Combine the vodka or gin, pineapple juice, lemon juice, and grenadine in a large glass or a mixing pitcher with ice and stir. Strain the mixture into an ice filled glass. (I used this fun round golf ball ice mold.) Garnish with a lemon wedge, a mint sprig and cherries.

There you have it! The Azalea Cocktail! ENJOY!

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How To Make The Classic Azalea Cocktail – A Masters Favorite

How To Make a Classic Azalea Cocktail – A Masters Favorite. Tempting with fruity sweetness and oh so pretty to drink, I am sharing How To Make The Classic Azalea Cocktail – A Masters Favorite! You’re Invited! 

Course Cocktails

Cuisine American

Keyword Cocktails, Ginger Ale, Masters, Pineapple Juice

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Total Time 5 minutes minutes

Servings 1 Serving

Calories 167kcal

Author Gwyn

Ingredients

Cocktail

• 2 ounces gin (or vodka)
• 2 ounces pineapple juice
• 1 ounce lemon juice (fresh squeezed_
• splash grenadine

Garnish

• fresh or candy lemon wedge
• maraschino cherry
• mint sprig

Instructions

• Combine the vodka or gin, pineapple juice, lemon juice, and grenadine in a large glass or a mixing pitcher with ice and stir. Strain the mixture into an ice filled glass. (I used this fun round golf ball ice mold.) Garnish with a lemon wedge, a mint sprig and cherries. 

Notes

***Azaleas are toxic. Avoid using them as a garnish. It would be pretty, but don’t do it!

Nutrition

Serving: 1 Serving | Calories: 167kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 0.3g | Fat: 0.1g | Saturated Fat: 0.01g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.03g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.01g | Sodium: 2mg | Potassium: 104mg | Fiber: 0.2g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 5IU | Vitamin C: 17mg | Calcium: 9mg | Iron: 0.2mg

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The Best Creamy Classic Egg Salad Sandwich

I have loved egg salad sandwiches since I was a little girl and have continued to crave them here and there my entire life. They are like trendy song that you cannot get out of your head. Secondly, they are addictive. In fact, you might find yourself craving them and searching for them on local menus.

I have a feeling I am not alone when it comes to this delight.

When you bite into the soft bread, you teeth sink into a pillow of fluffy and creamy deliciousness that makes you feel jubilant . In fact, you might find yourself craving them and searching for them on local menus.

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Today I am sharing my classic egg salad sandwich recipe with YOU!

History and Origin of the Egg Salad Sandwich

The egg salad sandwich was invented in 1762 shortly after the invention of mayonnaise in 1756. Therefore, eggs were easy to get and inexpensive. A genius mixed the two together, and served it on fresh baked bread. Alast, a show-stopper that has stood the test of time.

In addition, one of the earliest known printed recipes for egg salad for the egg salad sandwich was published in the 1896 edition of the Boston Cooking-School Cook Book written by Fannie Farmer.

Are Egg Salad Sandwiches Healthy

Eggs have high levels of protein,lutein, choline, and B vitamins. Secondly, eggs help prevent breast cancer and macular degeneration while keeping hearts healthy.

Sparkle Tip: Swap the mayonnaise for whole greek yogurt. Fage is a fantastic choice and is easily found in most grocery stores. Swap the bread for lettuce!

How Many Eggs Are In An Egg Salad Sandwich?

This recipe makes 5 to 6 sandwiches and I used 10 eggs. Therefore, there are two eggs give or take in each egg salad sandwich.

Egg Salad Sandwiches the Masters in Augusta, Georgia

The pimento cheese sandwiches aren’t the only star of the show at the famous Masters golf tournament in Augusta, Georgia. Likewise, served in thin green plastic bags by the hundreds, the egg salad sandwich stands hand in hand with delicious pimento cheese served between two slices of white bread. Would you believe both go for $1.50 each. Likewise, this price certainly supports my love for Egg Salad Sandwiches.

The Best Creamy Classic Egg Salad Sandwich Recipe

Egg Salad Sandwich Ingredients

• 10 fresh hard boiled eggs, peeled, cooled, yolks and whites separated, egg whites chopped
• 1/2 cup Duke’s mayonnaise 1 teaspoon yellow
• 2 teaspoon yellow mustard
• 1 teaspoon fresh dill, minced
• 3/4 teaspoon fresh cracked black pepper
• 1 teaspoon salt, then to taste
• fresh lettuce leaves, washed and dried
• 10 slices fresh white bread, crusts removed

Egg Salad Instructions

1. Add the boiled egg yolks, mayonnaise, and mustard into a medium bowl and mash with a fork until smooth. Mix in the chopped egg whites, dill, pepper, and salt.

2. Between two pieces of bread, add a layer of lettuce, a big dollop of egg salad, and another layer of lettuce.

A Healthy Twist

• Substitute the mayonnaise with greek yogurt.
• Use lettuce as wraps instead of bread.
• Use less yolks to taste.

Get Fancy with these Mix-In Combinations

• smashed avocados and yogurt instead of mayonnaise
• chopped dill pickles and green onions
• sweet relish and a dash of paprika
• black olives and green olives
• minced parsley and capers
• green onions and chopped celery

Occasions To Serve Egg Salad Sandwiches

• Picnic
• Easter
• Mother’s Day
• Kentucky Derby Party
• Master’s Viewing Party
• TV Marathon Watch Snack

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The Best Creamy Classic Egg Salad Sandwich

Made from simple ingredients, this is The Best Creamy Classic Egg Salad Sandwich recipe in the universe! Sometimes you don’t need to mess with perfection. 

Course Entrees, Salad

Cuisine American

Keyword Benedictine Tea Sandwiches, Egg Salad, Egg Salad Sandwich, Eggs

Prep Time 15 minutes minutes

Assembly Time 5 minutes minutes

Total Time 20 minutes minutes

Servings 10 Servings

Calories 142kcal

Author Gwyn

Ingredients

• 12 eggs (hard boiled and peeled)
• 1/2 cup mayonnaise (Duke's)
• 1 teaspoon yellow mustard
• 1 teaspoon fresh dill (minced)
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon salt
• fresh lettuce leaves (washed and dried)
• 10 slices fresh white bread (crusts removed)

Instructions

• Add the boiled egg yolks, mayonnaise, and mustard into a medium bowl and mash with a fork until smooth. Mix in the chopped egg whites, dill, pepper, and salt. 
•  Between two pieces of bread, add a layer of lettuce, a big dollop of egg salad, and another layer of lettuce. 

Notes

See recipe for more information on this recipe.

A Healthy Twist

• Substitute the mayonnaise with greek yogurt.
• Use lettuce as wraps instead of bread.
• Use less yolks to taste. 

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 142kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 8g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.02g | Cholesterol: 5mg | Sodium: 307mg | Potassium: 105mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 0.3g | Vitamin A: 9IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 33mg | Iron: 1mg

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Easy and Delicious Plum Baked Brie

What Fruits Pair with Brie?

Brie goes great with sweet fruit like peaches, figs, strawberries, apricots, plums, or blackberries. The creamy texture of brie makes for an indulgent treat.

Should Brie Be Served Warm or Cold?

Brie can be served both warm and cold.

WARM

If you are heating brie you need to slice off top. It will get super gooey and creamy!

COLD

If serving cold, leave it out at room temperature for one hour before serving. It will get creamy and flavorful.

Occasions To Serve Plum Baked Brie

Brie is a staple for any occasion, holiday, or celebration.

Brunch | Parties | Thanksgiving | Friendsgiving | Christmas

What Wines Pair with Plum Baked Brie

Classic wine pairings with brie include acidic, herbaceous, dry white wines like Pinot Gris or Sauvignon Blanc.

What Crackers Go With Brie

Plain white crackers or toast goes best with brie due to its rich flavor.

Easy and Delicious Plum Baked Brie

Ingredients

• 1 – 8 ounce brie cheese wheel
• 2 large fresh plums, sliced into wedges
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon, ground
• 1 tablespoon turbinado sugar (or brown sugar)
• crushed graham crackers
• just a sprinkle flaky salt
• favorite crackers and graham crackers for dipping

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350° F. Line a small baking sheet with parchment paper.

Mix the turbinado sugar, cinnamon, and graham crackers into a small bowl and mix together.

Place the brie wheel on the baking sheet and arrange slices plum on top.

Bake for 15 minutes.

Remove from oven and sprinkle with a touch of flaked salt.

Serve with graham crackers and your favorite cracker or bread on a pretty plate.

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Easy and Delicious Plum Baked Brie

Easy and Delicious Plum Baked Brie. This is a staple for every party. In fact! It is a goodie to keep on hand for unexpected guests. Let me show you how to make it. SparklingCharm.com! You’re Invited! 

Course Appetizers

Cuisine American

Keyword Brie, Cheese, Plums

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Cook Time 20 minutes minutes

Total Time 25 minutes minutes

Servings 6

Calories 153kcal

Author Gwyn

Ingredients

• 1 – 8 ounce brie cheese
• 2 large fresh plums, sliced into wedges
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon, ground
• 1 tablespoon turbinado sugar, or brown sugar
• crushed graham crackers
• just a sprinkle flaky salt
• favorite crackers and graham crackers for dipping

Instructions

• Preheat oven to 350° F. Line a small baking sheet with parchment paper.
• Mix the turbinado sugar, cinnamon, and graham crackers into a small bowl and mix together.Place the brie wheel on the baking sheet and arrange slices plum on top.
• Bake for 15 minutes. 
• Remove from oven and sprinkle with a touch of flaked salt.
• Serve with graham crackers and your favorite cracker on a pretty plate. 

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 153kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 43mg | Sodium: 273mg | Potassium: 65mg | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 252IU | Calcium: 78mg | Iron: 0.2mg

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Oh So Pretty! Oh So lovely! Oh So Easy!

Add a touch of charm to your dinner table with this quick origami napkin folding video tutorial.

A charming idea for A Mother’s Day Brunch, Wedding Showers, Valentine’s Day, Galentine’s Day, Thanksgiving, Friendsgiving, A Kentucky Derby Party, A Garden Party, Breakfast in Bed, A Romantic Proposal, or to add a special touch to your dinner table any night of the week.

Grab a dinner napkin and let’s get busy getting fancy.

How To Fold A Dinner Napkin Into a Rose (Video)

Supplies

• 18″ X 18″ or larger cloth dinner napkins. I used these.

How To Video

1. Press the square cloth napkin to remove all creases.
2. Lay the square in front of you.
3. Fold the cloth napkin diagonally. The result is a triangle.
4. Roll the napkin from the crease towards the points. Stop leaving a 5 inch point.
5. Flip the napkin over.
6. Roll the folded end from left to right. Stop the roll leaving 4 inches.
7. Tuck the 4″ tail into the crease of the roll. Using a knife helps a tight tuck.
8. Pull the pointed tips apart carefully and flip the rose over.

How lovely! I would love to see how you use your Dinner Napkin Rose. Leave me a comment below and tag me on instagram @_sparklingcharm and #sparklingcharmeverything

Here is a fun way to use these Dinner Napkin Roses for a Kentucky Derby Party.

More Kentucky Derby Inspiration…

How To Style a Derby Bar Cart

Georgia Sweet Tea Bourbon Slush

Derby Horse Cocktail Swizzle Sticks

A Classic Mint Julep with Southern Belle Secrets

Vanilla Derby Layer Cake with Rose Water Butter Cream

Chocolate Chip Derby Pie

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Inspired by traditional red, black, and gold derby colors…

I had some fun mixing textures, patterns, and fresh flowers to create this Kentucky Derby Glam tablescape.

Scroll on down for the details…

How to Set A Kentucky Derby Party Tablescape

The Details

• Neutral Burlap is always a fun texture to add a little sparkle and glam. Measure your table and add 16 inches for the overhang on both ends. To add a fringe to the tablecloth, simply pull the threads along the edges. That easy! Smile! I used two pieces to cover the width of our dining table and used the synthetic grass runner to cover the overlay.

• This Synthetic Grass Table Runner gives a great pop of color and can be cut into placemats for a different look.

• Large Plastic Horses are a fun touch to represent the stars of the show.

Fresh roses, greenery, and this Sweet Cream Layer Cake with Rose Water Buttercream topped with more flowers makes a fabulous centerpiece statement.

• I found the cake stand in the photo at Home Goods a few years ago for a baby shower. This Cut Crystal Cake Stand is lovely too.

• Two’s Company Silver Bud Vases …Wow do I ever love these little beauties ! The unique details of each make it hard to decide which I love best.

Sparkle Tip: Add a touch of happy for guests, family, or beautiful you! These little vases filled with single buds grouped in sets of three are perfect for a bedside table, a breakfast in bed tray, or beside a bathroom sink.

• Red Dinner Hemstitch Napkins folded like roses to represent the official flower of the Kentucky Derby is a lovely touch. Be sure to check out the Sparkling Charm How to Fold A Dinner Napkin Into A Rose video tutorial coming 3:00 EST August 26, 2020.
• Black and White Diamond Print Ribbon tucked under each plate gives a fun derby feel.
• Small Horses
• Mint Julep Shot Glasses
• Chipboard Horse Shoes painted gold.
• Cut crystal bourbon glasses

There you have it! A Kentucky Derby Party Tablescape! I would love to see your party photos! Tag me on instagram @_sparklingcharm and #sparklingcharmeverything

More Kentucky Derby Party Ideas

How To Style a Derby Bar Cart

Georgia Sweet Tea Bourbon Slush

Derby Horse Cocktail Swizzle Sticks

A Classic Mint Julep with Southern Belle Secrets

Vanilla Derby Layer Cake with Rose Water Butter Cream

Chocolate Chip Derby Pie

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