I first made this during a quiet afternoon when I just needed a break — something pretty, peaceful, and refreshing. I had some dried lavender from a gift set and lemons in the fridge… and that’s all it took. This lemonade is light, fragrant, and honestly feels like self-care in a glass. It’s now my ...
I started making this tea during the summer my garden mint exploded. I had peaches on the counter and thought, “Why not?” One steep later, I was in love. It’s gently sweet, perfectly peachy, and the mint makes it feel extra fresh. Whether you’re hosting brunch or just need a break between errands, t...
I first tried hibiscus tea at a friend’s garden brunch and couldn’t believe how bright, tangy, and refreshing it was. I started brewing it at home, and now it’s become one of my favorite afternoon pick-me-ups. It’s caffeine-free, gorgeous, and tastes like summer in a glass. I love serving it over ic...
This shake takes me right back to summer nights around the firepit — sticky fingers, giggling kids, and toasted marshmallows everywhere. One rainy afternoon, we were craving s’mores but didn’t want to fire up the grill… so we turned it into a milkshake instead. It’s nostalgic, fun, and ridiculously ...
I made this on a whim during a cozy movie night with the kids — we had just enough milk, ice cream, and a jar of Nutella staring me down from the pantry. One quick blend later, and I had created what we now call the “Nutella Dream.” It’s smooth, chocolatey, and feels like something you'd order at a ...
This one started as an experiment on a rainy afternoon. My daughter asked if we could bake brownies, but I didn’t want the mess — so we made a milkshake instead. The result? A creamy, chocolate-loaded dream that tastes just like brownie batter — no oven required! Now it’s a family favorite whenever ...
Let’s be real — sometimes you just need chocolate that’s deep, dark, and slightly dramatic. I made this one night after the kids were in bed, and I needed something indulgent but easy. This dark chocolate milkshake is thick, velvety, and not overly sweet — just the way I like it. Now it’s my go-to w...
I used to live for those chocolate-peanut butter milkshakes from the drive-thru, but after turning 40, they stopped loving me back. This homemade version hits all the same indulgent notes — but with better ingredients and none of the bloat. It’s creamy, chocolaty, peanut buttery heaven in a glass, a...
This one’s for those afternoons when you need a little chocolate fix and a little coffee kick. I first made this during a work-from-home day — I was craving something sweet but also needed energy to power through laundry, dinner, and Zoom calls. One sip and I was hooked. It’s like a frozen mocha lat...
When I was growing up, Friday nights meant movies, popcorn... and chocolate milkshakes. So when my kids asked for one the other night, I had to recreate that same rich, velvety goodness — but a little more wholesome. This version is super simple, uses real ingredients, and honestly tastes better tha...
This one takes me straight back to a beach vacation we took when the kids were little — I had a pineapple whip for the first time and instantly fell in love. I knew I had to recreate it at home but with a mom-hack twist. This version is just as dreamy but made with real fruit, no weird ingredients, ...
Back when I started swapping out processed snacks for more wholesome treats, this blueberry milkshake became one of my feel-good go-tos. It’s naturally sweet, bursting with berry flavor, and takes less than 10 minutes. My youngest calls it “purple ice cream in a cup” — and honestly, it does feel a l...