It’s All Island Vibes with Krispy Kreme’s New Collection

by Karly WoodMay 18, 2021

Summer vacation is still a few weeks away but that doesn’t mean you can’t experience the flavors of the season. Krispy Kreme has just launched their new collection and it’s available now.

Starting today, May 17, the Island Time Collection is available at participating locations in three tropical flavors. Not only do the flavors bring you to a summer state of mind, but the beachy toppings will have you craving a day at the shore, too.

photo: Courtesy of Krispy Kreme

The three flavors include:

Pina Colada Doughnut: An Original Glazed® doughnut filled with Pina Colada-flavored Kreme, dipped in a Pina Colada-flavored icing, sprinkled with toasted coconut shreds and topped with a candied cherry.
Island Time Doughnut: An Original Glazed doughnut filled with classic Kreme, dipped in light blue icing and graham crumbs to resemble an Island, and topped with a palm tree.
Key Lime Pie Doughnut: A doughnut filled with Key Lime Kreme, dipped in lime green icing, topped with graham crumbs and a Kreme dollop.

Not only will guests be able to enjoy the Island Times Key Lime Pie Doughnut option, but they’ll also be able to sink their teeth into the Key Lime Glazed Doughnut on Key Lime Fridays. May 21 and 28th, Krispy Kreme will offer both lime sweets for diehard citrus lovers.

The collection is only available for a limited time, so head to a Krispy Kreme near you.

––Karly Wood

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These Trolls Succulents Are Gardening Goals

by Karly WoodApril 14, 2021

It’s no secret that people love succulents but when you combine them with whimsical trolls, magic happens! Small business owner of The Drunken Witch Co., Chyenne Rotsch has been collecting old school trolls for years, crafting them into works of art. When she shared her creation on Facebook, it received over 51,000 shares!

Rotsch tells Red Tricycle, “I randomly started buying second hand trolls from thrift and antique stores and wanted to create something different with them. My mom has a huge garden of succulents, so I decided to try some making some as planters with clippings of her plants to sell and they instantly became a hit.”

Rotsch shares just how she creates these one-of-kind treasures by “cleaning and removing their hair. This can be quite the process as vintage adhesive has a strong bond.” Then she drills a hole in their feet for drainage, adds a few pebbles, fills with coconut fiber soil and then a succulent clipping. For extra stability, you can also add a few pebbles on top.

“I think they are just so fun and bring back sweet memories of my childhood all while combining my passion for succulents and plants,” says Rotsch.

Rotsch isn’t currently selling her creations on her Etsy shop, but you can follow her instructions above to make your own. You can also shop The Drunken Witch Co. and pickup a few crystal trolls!

––Karly Wood

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Recall Alert: Hostess SnoBalls Recalled for Undeclared Allergen

by Erica LoopApril 12, 2021

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration recently announced a voluntary recall for Hostess SnoBalls due to an undeclared coconut allergen risk.

According to the FDA, the affected Hostess SnoBalls were inadvertently placed in the packaging for Hostess Chocolate CupCakes. This packaging does not list coconut as an ingredient.

photo courtesy of the U.S. FDA

Anyone who’s a fan of the sweet treats knows these delish desserts are frosted cream-filled cake with a thick layer of shredded coconut. This makes the undeclared allergen a potential danger to anyone who can’t eat coconut or coconut-containing products.

The affected products include single-serve Hostess SnoBalls with the item UPC 888109010096, batch number I031221000, and best by date of May 27, 2021. These SnoBalls were sold to dollar stores, convenience stores, and other distributors nationwide.

There are currently no injuries or illnesses reported due to the recalled product. If you have the recalled Hostess SnoBalls do not eat the product. Contact the place or purchase for more information on returning the recalled SnoBalls and how to get a full refund. Visit hostesscakes.com or call the company at 1-800-483-7253 for answers to your recall-related questions.

—Erica Loop

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Jet-Puffed New Marshmallows Are the Perfect Summer Snack

by Erica LoopApril 12, 2021

Don’t have time or a campfire to make s’mores? Don’t worry. Jet-Puffed recently introduced the brand’s new Bites line—and it’s perfect for snacking.

Now you don’t need the graham crackers and chocolate to make your marshmallow treats into something special. Jet-Puffed Bites are made to eat as-is.

photo courtesy of Business Wire

These delish snackable goodies now come in three fab flavors. If you want a s’more, minus the need to toast marshmallows or sandwich the gooey goodness between anything else, Jet-Puffed Bites are available in this time-tested taste. The S’mores flavor features vanilla marshmallows in a milk chocolate coating that’s topped with graham cracker crumbs.

Along with S’mores, Jet-Puffed Bites also come in a Birthday Cake (vanilla cake marshmallows in white chocolate with rainbow sprinkles) and Coconut (coconut marshmallows in dark chocolate with toasted coconut topping) flavors.

Jet-Puffed also recently released two new lines of snacking marshmallows in stand-up resealable pouches!

Allison Kelly, Associate Director at Kraft Heinz, said in a press release, “Our new resealable packaging and Jet-Puffed Bites lineup are answering a consumer desire for more snackable marshmallows.” Kelly added, “The stand-up resealable bags deliver marshmallows that are easy to store and help them stay soft and fluffy, while our new Bites flavors offer an exciting variety of new indulgent flavors.”

You can score a snackable pack of these tasty treats in grocery stores nationwide for the suggested retail price of $3.99. Jet-Puffed’s new stand-up resealable pouches will retail for $2.99.

—Erica Loop

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10 Air Fryer Donut Recipes You Owe to Yourself to Try

by Susie ForesmanApril 8, 2021

The air fryer is our new favorite appliance to play with, making everything from chicken wings to Brussels sprouts. But it’s not just for savory dishes—say hello to air fryer donuts! We’ve rounded up 10 awesome donut recipes made for the air fryer, from the quick and easy canned biscuit variety to more involved raised donuts. Scroll down to see them all.

Air Fryer Cronuts

With a texture somewhere between a croissant and a donut, this recipe from Fork to Spoon is bound to be an instant favorite. Thanks to the lightning-fast cook time, they may even be quicker than running to the donut shop, too. Click here to get the recipe.

Maple Bacon Donuts

Maple bacon is one of our go-to donut orders—you can’t beat that salty/sweet combination! Now you can whip up a batch at home in the air fryer, thanks to Peanut Butter & Fitness. To get the recipe, click here.

Toasted Coconut Lime Donuts

Pretend you’re on an island vacation with these tasty coconut lime donuts from EmilyFabulous. They’re made with canned biscuits and a quick glaze, making them the perfect simple and sweet treat. Click here to get the recipe.

Vegan Boston Cream Donuts

If you’d like to take on a weekend cooking project, this masterpiece by Mary’s Test Kitchen is just the ticket. It’s a labor of love with vegan pastry cream, yeasted dough and a simple chocolate glaze. Click here to get all the details on how it’s done.

Pumpkin Spice Donuts

Try out this fun fall-inspired take on donuts from Bottom Left of the Mitten. The donuts are coated in a delicious mixture of cinnamon, sugar and pumpkin spice. To grab the recipe, click here.

Peanut Butter and Jelly Donuts

Your kiddo’s favorite sandwich, now in donut form! This recipe from Hungry Couple is sure to be a hit, with plenty of jelly filling and a drool-worthy peanut butter glaze. Click here to get the recipe.

Air Fryer Donuts from Scratch

These donuts from Plated Cravings are just as good as the real thing, with a soft and fluffy interior. They take a little bit of patience since they’re made with yeast, but they’ll be well worth the time. Get the recipe by clicking here.

Apple Fritters with Apple Cider Glaze

If you’re an apple fritter fan, you’ve got to make this amazing version from Rachel Cooks. They’re filled with apple chunks and cider, and an apple cider glaze gives it an extra touch of fall flavor. To get the recipe, click here.

Air Fryer Donut

Don’t want a whole baker’s dozen? This recipe from Unconformed Kitchen makes just a single donut (but of course, you can double, triple or quadruple it as needed). Click here to get the recipe.

Jelly Donuts

You can’t go wrong with a classic jelly donut! This recipe from Everyday Family Cooking is super easy to pull off with a cake piping tip and your favorite raspberry jelly. To get all the details, click here.

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Dunkin’ & Girl Scout Cookies Have Teamed Up for a Delish, Drinkable Collab

by Erica LoopMarch 23, 2021

Girl Scout Cookies are now available in a caffeinated drinkable form that’s made just for you! Dunkin’ recently announced a collab with the sweet fave—bottled Iced Coffee cookie-flavored beverages.

The new bottled beverages are available right now in retailers nationwide and include faves such as Thin Mints, Coconut Caramel and S’mores cookies. Made and distributed by the Coca-Cola Company, the Dunkin’ Iced Coffee in Girl Scout Cookie-inspired flavors are the perfect pick-me-up or ready-to-go gulps for grown-ups.

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Brian Gilbert, Vice President, Dunkin’ Retail Business Development, said in a press release, “We’re thrilled The Coca-Cola Company is teaming up with Girl Scouts of the USA to offer three new ways to enjoy Dunkin’ iced coffee on-the-go, while also surprising brand fans with crave-worthy, exclusive merchandise.”

As if the bottled drinks weren’t enough to satisfy your Dunkin’ coffee and GS cookie cravings, the brands have also teamed up on “The Chill Collection”—a new line of Dunkin’ x Girl Scout Cookie merch that features a sweatshirt, sweatpants, socks, enamel pins, an ice cube tray and an iced coffee tumbler. Win one of the limited-number merch boxes filled with these goodies for free, starting Mar. 26 at 10 a.m. EST here.

—Erica Loop

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Make This: Lemon Macaroon Chicks

by FoodNetwork.comMarch 10, 2021

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Your Easter basket usually consists of chocolate eggs, Peeps and candy galore. This year make a new sweet tradition with these Lemon Macaroon Chicks courtesy of FoodNetwork.com. The easy recipe requires only six ingredients and will be a hit with all your little chicks on Easter Sunday.

Total Time: 55 min
Prep: 30 min
Inactive: 5 min
Cook: 20 min
Yield: about 30 chicks
Level: Easy

Ingredients:
One 14-ounce bag sweetened coconut flakes
1/4 cup prepared lemon curd
4 large egg whites
Pinch fine salt
15 small orange and/or yellow jelly beans
60 mini chocolate chips (about 2 tablespoons)

Method:
1. Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

2. Combine the coconut, lemon curd, egg whites and salt with a spatula in a medium bowl until a uniform consistency.

3. Roll generous tablespoons of the mixture into egg shapes, setting them big-side down onto the prepared baking sheets. Repeat with the rest of the mix. Bake until the bottom and a few of the coconut frays turn deep golden brown, about 20 minutes.

4. Meanwhile, cut the jelly beans in half lengthwise and set aside.

5. Remove the macaroons from the oven and let them cool enough to handle, but are still warm, about 5 minutes.

6. Take one of the jelly bean halves and pinch an end to make a pointed beak. Hold the point, shiny-side up, and push the rounded end into the side of a macaroon. Push 2 mini chocolate chips, peak-side in, into the macaroon on either side of the beak for eyes. Repeat with the rest of the macaroons and serve.

Courtesy of Morgan Hass for FoodNetwork.com.

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Dunkin’ Turned Your Fave Iced Coffee Flavors Into Jelly Beans & Here’s Where to Find Them

by Erica LoopMarch 4, 2021

Forget about fruit-flavored jelly beans. Dunkin’ is pairing up with Frankford Candy to bring coffee lovers a whole new super-sweet experience!

Iced coffee doesn’t only come in a cup at Dunkin’. Now the beloved brand is treating fans of the company’s coffee menu to a tasty selection of jelly beans inspired by some of the most notable signature drinks.

photo courtesy of Dunkin’

Whether you prefer a burst of buttery pecan, are nuts for coconut, or prefer another flavor profile, the new jelly bean bag includes everything coffee-lovers would or could want. Dunkin’ Iced Coffee Flavored Jelly Beans feature favorites such as French Vanilla, Butter Pecan, Caramel Latte, Hazelnut and Toasted Coconut.

Brian Gilbert, Vice President of Retail Business Development at Dunkin’, said in a press release, “Jelly beans are such a classic and popular part of the holiday and seasonal celebration.: Gilbert continued, “We are thrilled to team up with Frankford Candy, the leader in confections that have delighted Americans for decades, to create a fun and sweet new way for people to enjoy the great taste of Dunkin’.”

Get your iced coffee in jelly bean form ASAP. The Dunkin’ Iced Coffee Flavored Jelly Beans are only available for a limited time. Find the fun flavors at participating Walgreens and Rite Aid stores ($3.49/bag).

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K-Swiss & the Girl Scouts Team Up for a Sweet Sneaker Collab

by Erica LoopFebruary 18, 2021

It’s Girl Scout Cookie time! That is, it’s Girl Scout Cookie shoe time. K-Swiss is teaming up with the Girl Scouts of the USA for an all-new footwear collab.

The Girl Scout x K-Swiss Court 66 collection features sweet sneakers in three different Girl Scout Cookie-inspired designs: Thin Mints, Coconut Caramel, and Trefoils.

With a re-imagined Court 66 design, K-Swiss has transformed the brand’s beloved shoe into a cookie-licious super-sweet sneaker. The Thin Mint-inspired shoe is made from a minty green premium soft touch material, with matching green laces. If you’re more of a Coconut Caramel fan, check out the premium hairy suede shoe. This playful pick has soft-touch side stripes that mimic the cookie’s look!

If your fave Girl Scout Cookie is the Trefoil, the K-Swiss sneaker version has an embossed puffed cookie at the quarter of the shortbread-colored shoe.

You can score your very own pair of Girl Scout x K-Swiss Court 66 shoes at KSwiss.com, girlscoutshop.com, or Footlocker.com starting Mar. 1.

—Erica Loop

Photos courtesy of K-Swiss

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Bethany Hamilton Announces Arrival of Baby #3

by Erica LoopFebruary 17, 2021

Superstar surfer Bethany Hamilton recently welcomed her third son! Hamilton recently announced the birth of baby boy Micah, with hubby (and new dad times three!) Adam Dirks.

The couple announced Micah’s Valentine’s Day birth on Hamilton’s website and in a sweet YouTube video. Dirks wrote, on Hamilton’s site, “Mama is happy and healthy. We are just so thankful that everything went really smooth!” The new third-time dad added, “We’re excited baby is here… the perfect Valentine’s Day present!”

Newborn Micah joins big brothers Tobias, five, and Wesley, two. Micah’s proud dad also posted a sweet YouTube video, announcing his (and Hamilton’s) baby news. In the video, Dirks says, “The boys have been excited. We made birthday cookies and now they’re going with grandma to go play.”

Dirks also added info about the birth, noting, “Everything went real smooth. Mama’s happy. She’s healthy. We’re just so thankful that everything went smooth. And it’s just really just an amazing blessing.” The happy-to-help husband also showed the delish looking fruit plate he prepped for Hamilton—filled with fresh coconut, blueberries, and papaya.

—Erica Loop

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