Summer Just Got Extra Sweet with Hershey’s Chocolate World Experiences

by Sarah ShebekMay 10, 2021

Your vacation plans just got extra sweet thanks to Hershey’s Chocolate World! The beloved chocolate attraction is rolling out some delicious diversions just in time for the upcoming travel season, including custom stuffed Reese’s cups and adult beverage candy pairings.

Visitors will be able to experience Hershey candy with a twist by personalizing a larger-than-life Reese’s peanut butter cup with mix-ins of their choosing. For a grown-up experience, Hershey’s is offering local Pennsylvania craft beer and chocolate bar pairings, or wines paired with the classic Kisses.

“We know that families are ready to get out of their homes and reclaim their summer, so that’s why Hershey’s Chocolate World is adding sweetness this year more than ever,” said Todd Kohr, Marketing Manager, Hershey’s Chocolate World Attraction.

And that’s not all—Hershey’s Chocolate World is offering a dazzling array of new treats for purchase, including a Hershey’s Kisses Birthday Cake Milkshake, KIT KAT Key Lime Pie Milkshake and extra creamy Hershey’s Ice Cream Shoppe Bars. They’re all only available at the Hershey, Pennsylvania location for a limited time. Fortunately, it’s an easy drive from most East Coast cities and if you’re located elsewhere in the country, it might be time to check this iconic destination off your bucket list!

—Sarah Shebek

Images courtesy of Hershey’s Chocolate World

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Rain or Shine: Panama City Beach Is a Good Time

by Tinybeans TeamMay 10, 2021

There are two things every family wants out of a vacation: to have fun and make lasting memories. From jet-ski rentals and parasail operators on the beach to family fun parks, mini golf and pirate cruises when you’re ready to dust off the sand, Panama City Beach is family fun central—and is a great locale for a family vacation they’ll never forget. Keep reading for everything you need to know about a family trip to Panama City Beach, Florida.

In Water & On Sand

Families who long to get out on the water have dozens of options to explore, but our favorites include the Sea Dragon Pirate Cruise, where you'll have the opportunity to sword fight, search for treasure and sight various sea creatures along the way, and Island Time Sailing Excursion to Shell Island, where you'll see dolphin by the dozen, paddleboard, play games on deck and dance.

With sugar white sand and gentle turquoise waves, the Gulf of Mexico is paradise for families looking for a doable beach with littles. However, if you want to add a little excitement to your time in the sand, you don't have to look far. Sunshine Water Sports of Panama City offers 30-min jet ski rentals, 1-hour jet ski rentals and the even jet ski dolphin tours in Panama City Beach. And for the true thrill seeker, try soaring through the air in a parasail chute.

Sea Dragon Pirate Cruise
5325 N. Lagoon Dr.
850-234-7400
Online: piratecruise.net

Island Time Sailing Cruises
3605 Thomas Drive
850-234-7377
Online: islandtimesailing.com

Sunshine Water Sports PC
Online: sunshinewatersportsofpc.com

On Land

If you strike out on the weather, or if perhaps your family just enjoys taking a break from the sun, Panama City Beach is full of fun options. Check out over 400 bizarre exhibits at Ripley's Believe It or Not! Odditorium, get your hands dirty with over 100 exhibits at WonderWorks—an amusement park for the mind filled with puzzles, mazes, and exhibits on natural wonders—or try your luck at an 18-hole miniature golf course, the SkyTrail & SkyTykes ropes course, zip-line, and SkyWheel Observation Wheel, all at SkyWheel PCB.

Ripley's Believe It or Not! Odditorium
9907 Front Beach Rd.
PCB, FL 32407
850-230-6113
Online: ripleys.com

Wonderworks
9910 Front Beach Road
850-249-7000
Online: wonderworksonline.com

Sky Wheel PCB
15700 LC Hilton Jr. Dr.
PCB, FL 32413
850-888-0020
Online: skywheelpcb.com

When You're Hungry

Panama City Beach's laid-back vibe means you can take your kid practically anywhere. For a true beach shack experience, check out Schooner's, which sits on the beach and provides the perfect way to keep your littles busy while the kitchen works on your order. Even our 7-year old loved the sauteed crab claws, which were served in a bowl with garlic butter. And don't miss the ceremonial cannon blast at sunset! For a finer dining experience—still casual, but an elevated menu and tablecloths—try the Grand Marlin, and be sure to start with the fried lobster bites and end with either the key lime pie or a chocolate lava cake. And for the freshest lunch on the beach, head to Finns Island Style Grub, where you might never walk away from the original fish tacos.

Schooners
5121 Gulf Drive
PCB, FL 32408
850-235-3555
Online: schooners.com

Grand Marlin
5323 N Lagoon Dr.
PCB, FL 32408
850-249-1500
Online: thegrandmarlin.com

Finns Island Grub
7220 Thomas Dr.
PCB, FL 32408
850-249-3466
Online: finnsgrub.com

Where to Stay & When to Go

Lodging options in all price points abound in PCB. If you prefer a quiet beach, book a room on the opposite side of the bay near St. Andrew’s State Park—you'll still be able to get to all the attractions in PCB that you won't want to miss. If you're looking for nonstop action, The Holiday Inn Beach Resort—with a lazy river, splash pad, pool and on-site games for families including hula hoop hopscotch, sand art and beach limbo—might be your speed.

The Holiday Inn Beach Resort
111276 Front Beach Rd.
PCB, FL 32407
850-234-1111
Online: ihg.com

Panama City Beach is fun no matter the season, and families looking for a beach vacation that goes beyond the beach will find something exciting to keep them busy. PCB also plays host to numerous regional festivals, so be sure to take a peek at the event calendar before you plan you trip if you're looking to avoid a busy weekend.

—Shelley Massey

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Break Me off a Piece of That Key Lime Pie—With KIT KAT’s New Flavor

by Erica LoopMarch 12, 2021

KIT KAT is getting a spring upgrade! The flowers are blooming, the sun is shining, the weather is warming and your fave candy treat is transforming from the chocolate flavor you know and love to an all-new Key Lime Pie version.

This isn’t the first time KIT KAT has come up with a new flavor. While the crispy chocolate-covered pull-apart wafers were a staple for years, the brand ventured into new territories with a host of varieties to choose from.

Fans of the candy were treated to fun flavors in the past including White Creme, Mint and Dark Chocolate Duos, Lemon Crisp and more. Now there’s one more to add to your list of faves.

The limited-edition KIT KAT Key Lime Pie has a tangy Key Lime Pie crème with crispy wafer layers. The 1.5 ounce standard breakable bar is available for the spring season only. This means you need to score a stash of Key Lime KIT KAT ASAP—because these tasty treats won’t stay on store shelves long. Find KIT KAT Key Lime Pie nationwide for a suggested retail price of $1.09.

—Erica Loop

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All the Pie Recipes You’ll Ever Need for the Holidays

by Susie ForesmanNovember 16, 2020

The holidays wouldn’t be complete without a pie (or two … or three …)! To help you get ready for the season, we’ve rounded up our top picks for everything from apple pie recipes to pecan and pumpkin pie recipes, too. Looking for something different? You’ll find a gingerbread cream, eggnog and apple rhubarb pies that are sure to be a crowd-pleaser. Keep reading to find the best and brightest for this holiday season.

Razzleberry Pie

Feeling adventurous? If you're determined to make a splash this holiday with some pie magic, then you'll want to try out I Heart Naptime's triple berry Razzleberry Pie. Made using frozen berries (so you don't have to worry about what's in season), this sweet and tart pie is a nice break from the traditional cream desserts you might see this time of year.

Biscoff Pie

If you're craving the European biscuit then you'll want to whip up this surprisingly easy pie this holiday. Gimme Some Oven's Biscoff Pie is made with a buttery crust, a la Biscoff's and is filled with a fluffy and creamy middle. Pop in the fridge for chilling and enjoy this no-bake pie you'll want to make again and again.

Chocolate Chip Cookie Pie

On pie duty for the holidays? Now you don't have to sacrifice your love of chocolate cookies with this delicious dessert from Sugar & Charm. A cookie shortbread crust on the bottom with a rich chocolate chip cookie filling on top makes for an ooey-gooey pie that's best enjoyed with vanilla ice cream.

Gingerbread Cream Pie

Nothing says the holidays like gingerbread! Lauren's Latest whips up a delightful Gingerbread Cream Pie that takes 10 minutes to put together and will change the way you think about gingerbread forever.

No Bake OREO Cream Pie

Goodbye hours spent slaving in the kitchen, hello No Bake OREO Cream Pie! Princess Pinky Girl is saving your holiday with this five-ingredient dessert that's all about your fave dunking cookie. OREO cookie crust and a creamy filling packed with even more of the crispy cookie come together in just 20 minutes––just in time for your holiday shindig.

Easy Reese's Peanut Butter Pie

If you're trying to avoid spending a ton of time in the kitchen, then Eating On a Dime's Easy Reese's Peanut Butter Pie is for you. The four-ingredient, no-bake dessert sets up in the fridge in just 30 minutes before it's ready to be devoured. Not a fan of peanut butter? You can easily swap for your fave candy bar!

Eggnog Pie

Eggnog and the holidays are practically synonymous, and that's why Eggnog Pie owns a spot at your dinner table this year. Boulder Locavore whips up this eggnog and rum treat before laying in a buttery pie crust.

Apple & Rhubarb Pie

Step up your apple pie game this year with Wondermom Wannabe's Apple & Rhubarb Pie. The tart delicacy is mixed with store-bought crust and apple pie filling to make this new dessert easy as pie.

Frank’s Apple Pie

Homey and delicious, it just doesn’t get any better than the classic apple pie. Click here to get our favorite recipe, which is laced with plenty of butter and warming spices.

Lemon Meringue Pie

Your guests are sure to fall in love with this jaw-dropping lemon meringue pie from Food Nouveau. You can use a classic pie crust or try out her cookie-like hazelnut crust—either way, it’ll be absolutely delicious. Click here to get the recipe.

Pecan Pie

A southern staple, you can’t go wrong with a classic pecan pie. This recipe from Sugar & Soul Co. uses all brown sugar to give it a deeper flavor that goes great with the pecans. Get the recipe by clicking here.

Vegan Chocolate, Peanut Butter & Avocado Pie

Hear us out. This rich and fudgy dessert is made even better by some sneaky avocado. It’s also a no-bake masterpiece so you can whip it up in no time for any party, potluck, or mid-week treat. For the recipe, head to A Taste of Madness. Need more vegan recipe ideas? Click here.

Gluten-Free Pumpkin Pie with Walnut Crust

Gluten-free guests don’t have to miss out on dessert thanks to this genius recipe from Valerie Cogswell. The crust is made with a simple walnut mixture, and mascarpone cheese gives the filling a creamy, indulgent taste. Check out this recipe and more simple pumpkin pie recipes by clicking here.

Bourbon Bacon Pecan Pie

There are bacon lovers. And there are pie lovers. And bourbon lovers, too. What if you combined all of these things into one luxurious dish? Nicole at Brown Sugar has done just that with her decadent Bourbon Bacon Pecan Pie, a dessert just as comfortable on the table of a southern farmhouse as it is on the counter at a chic coffee shop. It’s the pie that keeps on giving! Get her full how-to at Brown Sugar. Like your bacon combined with sweet? Check out these other bacon-baking recipes.

Pecan Pumpkin Cheesecake Pie

If you can’t decide what kind of pie to make, why not go for three in one? Inside Bru Crew Life’s genius recipe combines a pumpkin cheesecake base with a pecan pie topping to make a dessert that will disappear from your table in no time. Snag the recipe and more pumpkin pie recipes by clicking here.

Vanilla Cream Fruit Tart

We love how this fruit tart is equal parts sweet and creamy and think this is a nice "lighter" alternative to the more traditional pie recipes served this time of year. (Psst! The crust uses coconut oil, which adds an extra dose of delicious flavor.) Visit Homemade Food Junkie for the full recipe details.

French Silk Pie

Chocolate lovers, rejoice! This French silk (aka chocolate cream) pie from Amanda’s Cravings will be the star of your dessert table. Be sure to bake it the day before you want to serve it, so it has plenty of time to rest overnight. To get the recipe, click here.

Super Easy Key Lime Pie

Because not everybody likes pumpkin (yeah, we know, but it's true!) try your hand at the world's easiest key lime pie. We love this recipe our Managing Editor swears by (and she's terrible at making pies).

Crustless Pumpkin Pie

For an after-school snack that satisfies a sweet tooth without being unhealthy, you’ve got to try this pumpkin pie pudding from My Life Cookbook. It comes together in the blender in less than 10 minutes, and tastes great topped with coconut cream or whipped cream. Find out how it’s made by clicking here.

Skillet Apple Pie

We’ve all been there: as you try to piece together your broken pie crust with ice water, your frustration skyrockets and you swear that you’ll never make a pie crust ever again. For anyone who has ever cursed their pie crust, we’ve got a great solution for you—an apple pie made in a skillet! Click here to get the recipe.

Pie for Breakfast

If you’ve got any leftover canned pumpkin on your hands, this smoothie recipe from Dishing Delish is the perfect way to use it up. It’s the next best thing to having a slice of pumpkin pie for breakfast. To get the recipe, click here.

The Wonderland Tart

We love this Alice-inspired tart from The Piebrary—with a cookie crust, a rose-infused custard filling and fresh raspberries studded throughout, it’s sure to be a crowd pleaser. The red and white color scheme pays homage to the infamous Queen of Hearts. To grab the recipe, click here. Got an Alice fan in the house? We've got a ton more adorable and yummy ideas here.

—Susie Foresman & Karly Wood

Pit Stop Worthy Outdoor Restaurants

by Jennifer SwartvagherJuly 8, 2020

If your summer plans involve driving with a car full of kids then you know the importance of rest stops. According to AAA, Americans will take 683 million road trips between July and September. AAA has compiled a list of the best outdoor restaurants along popular travel routes so you can build these stops into your itinerary.

The Vinoy Renaissance St. Petersburg Resort & Golf Club

From NYC to the Finger Lakes 

Phoenicia, NY 

The Phoenicia Diner, a comfort food diner with an old-school vibe and fresh food sourced from Catskills and Hudson Valley farms, is open for outdoor dining. 

From Minneapolis to Detroit 

Grand Rapids, MI

 jdek at JW Marriott’s chic patio overlooks the Grand River and features live music on the weekends. 

Lake Forest, IL

At Deer Path Inn, surrounded by Tudor-style architecture with an outdoor fireplace, the secluded courtyard patio offers a dining experience reminiscent of a getaway in the English countryside. 

From Dallas to Key West 

Cape Coral, FL

Located in the prestigious Tarpon Point Marina, end your lunch of fresh local seafood at the Westin’s Nauti Mermaid restaurant with a quick kayak into the Caloosahatchee River. 

Key West, FL

Once Mile Zero has been reached, head straight to the brand new, outdoor Four Marlins Oceanfront Dining bar and restaurant for local seafood and Key Lime pie overlooking the island’s only natural sand beach.

St. Petersburg, FL

Paul’s Landing at The Vinoy Renaissance St. Petersburg Resort & Golf Club overlooks the glistening Tampa Bay and the resort’s outdoor pool and private marina. The colorful Paul’s Landing serves “Floribbean” cuisine, combining Caribbean flavors with fresh Florida seafood.

Miami, FL

Marabú is the newest al fresco dining hang to open up at the Brickell City Centre retail center. Having just opened its doors this July, the Cuban restaurant serves coal-fired dishes cooked over charcoal at the restaurant’s outdoor patio. The space is shaded by the retail center’s architectural jewel, the “Climate Ribbon”, which hovers over the retail center to carry Miami’s bay breezes for an extra kick of natural ventilation.

From D.C. to Nashville 

Bristol, VA 

Nestled in the Appalachian Mountains, Lumac Rooftop Bar at The Bristol Hotel is known for its southern-inspired bar bites. As the only rooftop bar in the region, diners enjoy the famed Bristol Virginia-Tennessee sign in the distance. 

Lexington, KY

Wallace Station is a country cafe surrounded by horse farms. Guests can sit outside on the patio or picnic tables with their signature ham and pimento cheese sandwiches, biscuits and fresh pastries.

—Jennifer Swartvagher

All photos courtesy of Marriott Hotels & Resorts

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14 Black-Owned Austin Businesses to Support Now

by Gabby CullenJune 16, 2020

With the wave of protests that have swept the country, we as a nation are looking at a new Civil Rights era. If you can’t make it to a gathering, there are plenty of other ways to show your support. One of the most important ways is by supporting locally-owned businesses in your community, so we rounded up a few of our favorite black-owned Austin businesses for you to check out. From doula services to bookstores and even party supplies, keep reading to see them all.

Got a business you’d like to see included? Email us at blm@tinybeans.go-vip.net

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Cater to Mom

This subscription box is designed with postpartum moms in mind. Every month you’ll receive products to help you through the Fourth Trimester. Each box contains 6 - 8 items with a value of $100+, and prices start at $43.99. Not a new mom? Check out the box just for dad!

Online: catertomom.com

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Treasure City Thrift

Treasure City Thrift is a zero-waste, collectively-run thrift store that collaborates with Grassroot social justice programs in Austin. The shop is filled with goodies, a perfect place to take your older kids for a day of browsing for treasures.

Online: treasurecitythrift.org

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Black Pearl Bookstore

This independent bookstore strives to serve a multi-cultural, multi-generational and multi-socio-economic community.

Online: blackpearlbookstore.com

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Wigglez n Gigglez

An online boutique with unique onesies for babies and adorable clothes for toddlers and little kids.

Online: wigglezngigglez.com

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Hill Country Outdoors

The next time you want to plan a trip to Austin, or if you’re local and want to become a member of their active outdoor community, be sure to check out Hill Country Outdoors. They can arrange for everything from a day on the lake to hiking and even overnight camping trips. Many events have been postponed due to COVID-19, but this is a good one to bookmark for the future.

Online: hillcountryoutdoors.com

Kiddie Express Train

As soon as it’s okay to start hosting birthday parties or organizing festivals again, can we suggest giving Kiddie Express Train a call? Veteran-owned, you can pick from a few different types of trackless trains (tractor train, dino train, regular train) to keep your locomotive-obsessed kids entertained.

Online: kiddieexpresstrain.com

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Habesha Ethiopian Restaurant & Grill

Serving delicious Ethiopian food, Habesha Restaurant & Grill is open for dining and takeout. Owned and managed by Yidnekachew Fantu and wife, head chef Selam Abebe, you’ll find traditional menu items like inerja and kitfo, but also unique items like sambusa appetizers and an avocado-tomato mix that’s given a cultural twist.

Online: habeshaaustin.com

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Whitney’s Cakery and Co

If you need a specialty cake, cupcake or cookies, check out this North Austin company that opened in March 2019. Baker-owner Whitney Jones-Vega can whip up just about any cupcake flavor you can imagine and you can choose from cake flavors that range from key lime pie to bananas foster and everything in between.

Online: whitneyscakeryandco.com/home

Hoover's Cooking

Serving up what owner-chef Hoover Alexander’s calls honest-to-goodness Texas cooking. The menu has comfort food like chicken fried steak and biscuits and gravy, alongside classic BBQ like pork ribs and sausage. Hoover’s has been serving breakfast, lunch and dinner to Austinites for over 20 years.

Online: hooverscooking.com

Kiwisparty

Another great resource to bookmark for when in-person birthday parties resume, Kiwisparty can do face painting, make balloon characters or bring a braid or bling bar to make it a memorable day.

Online: kiwisparty.com

Interwoven Doula Care

Dominique A Wyse is a birth and postpartum doula who hopes to help families transition into the space of having a new baby. She’ll provide, in a no-judgment zone, the resources and information each family needs to make decisions on their birth plans.

Online: facebook.com/interwoven.doula.care

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Anythings Austin

Bet you didn’t know there were so many ways to dress up a baked potato! Anythings Austin can prove it’s possible. Chose to make your own with all your favorite toppings, or pick a specialty potato like the salmon and asparagus or a portobello vegan.

Online: anythingsaustin.com

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Sam’s BBQ

The world-famous Austin BBQ joint was started by Sam Campbell in 1957. Purchased by the Mays family in 1976, this classic East Austin spot has quite possibly some of the country’s best BBQ.

Online: facebook.com/ATXBBQ

iTrain Sports Performance

It’s no secret that Texans love their football, so if you’re considering extra training for the player in your life, consider iTrain. They offer camps and training sessions for kids and adults, ranging from beginners to college hopefuls.

Online: itrainct.com

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Miniware Teething Spoons Recalled Due to Choking Hazard

by Karly WoodJune 12, 2020

The U.S. Consumer Products Safety Commission has announced a recall issued by Bonnsu for its’ Miniware Teething Spoons. The food-grade silicone spoons, which are designed for infants to use during the teething phase, can break when used as a teether in an infants mouth and pose a choking hazard.

Bonnsu has received one report where an infant bit through the silicone teething spoon that resulted in a piece separating inside the child’s mouth. All consumers should cease using the spoons and contact Bonnsu for a free replacement product.

photo: Courtesy of CPSC

The spoons were sold in a set of two and in Meal Kit Configurations. The sets of two came in gray, aqua, peach, key lime (green), cotton candy (pink), and lavender colors. The “First Bites” kits came with a bowl, suction foot, lid and spoons. The “First Bites Travel Kit” spoons came in key lime, aqua, cotton candy, lavender, gray and peach and the “Sup and Snack” kit spoons came in peach and gray.

The recalled spoons were sold online on Miniware.com, Amazon.com, and in stores that include Dillard’s, The Tot, Turquoise, The Mellowland, Mom Loves Me, and Bitte from Dec. 2017 through Mar. 2020 for $14 to $42.

Consumers can call Bonnsu toll-free at 855-334-8129 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, email at hello@miniware.com, or online at www.miniware.com and click on “Recalls” located at the bottom of the page to get more info on the recall.

––Karly Wood

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Krispy Kreme Is Launching Fruity Doughnuts Just in Time for Spring

by Jennifer SwartvagherApril 24, 2020

Springtime evokes thoughts of your favorite fruit flavors and visions of beautiful pastel colors. Krispy Kreme is launching its most colorful innovation yet. Fresh off the Line Doughnuts, a series of everyone’s favorite fruit flavors ready for the picking, starts off with Strawberry Glaze on Tues., Apr. 28.

Krispy Kreme will release one new flavor each week, available Tues. through Fri., over the next three weeks.

Along with the fruit glazed varieties, Krispy Kreme is also introducing an Original Filled doughnut for the first time ever.

Strawberry Glazed and Strawberry Kreme Filled Doughnuts (available Tues., Apr. 28 through Fri., May 1) are a fresh take on one of the season’s most loved fruits. Both Doughnuts are covered in a strawberry glaze, with the Original Filled featuring a light and airy strawberry Kreme.

Key Lime Glazed and Key Lime Kreme Filled Doughnuts (available Tues., May 5 through Fri., May 8) will brighten your days at home with the tart flavor of key lime paired perfectly with the sweetness of Krispy Kreme Original Glazed. The Original Filled version is covered in key lime glaze and filled with a key lime Kreme.

Lemon Glazed and Lemon Kreme Filled Doughnuts (available Tues., May 12 through Fri., May 15) feature the return of the fan favorite lemon glaze flavor, combining zesty lemon and Krispy Kreme’s sweet, signature glaze. The Original Filled version is filled with delicious lemon Kreme filling.

You can get these doughnuts and all of your other favorites by visiting your local Krispy Kreme drive-thru. You can also order online via Krispy Kreme’s website or app for curbside pickup.

—Jennifer Swartvagher

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Easy Key Lime Pie with Graham Cracker Crust

by Amber GuetebierMarch 5, 2020

“No thanks, I don’t really like pie,” said no one, ever. The good news is, you don’t have to dedicated an entire afternoon to making one from scratch: this easy KLP recipe takes only a little longer to make than it does to eat. Scroll down for the recipe.

photo: arsheffield via flickr

For the crust:

1 stick of butter (melted)

1 tsp. Vanilla extract

12 graham crackers (full length rectangles, not just the half-squares)

¼ cup sugar

1 tsp. Sea salt

Step 1. Melt the butter in a pan. Add the vanilla to the butter as it is melting and stir. Inhale this glorious scent.

Step 2. Crumble the graham crackers into a medium-fine (but not pulverized crumb). You can do it in a food processor or fill up a bag and let the kids whack it with a hammer or rubber mallet. We suggest double bagging it so the crumbs don’t spill out if the bag splits. Once they are fairly even in size, add to a medium sized mixing bowl and stir in sugar and sea salt.

Step 3. Pour in heavenly vanilla butter to graham cracker mix. Stir until well combined.

Step 4. Press into a 9-inch pie pan. This is your crust, so get it as high up on the sides and as even as you (and your helpers) can.

Step 5. Bake for 10-15 minutes at 350 degrees, just to lightly brown the crust. Set aside and allow to cool completely while you make the key lime filling.

For the filling:

Key limes!! Probably a pound.
Eggs, three (just the yolks)
1 can of sweetened condensed milk
¾-1 cup of lime juice (from key limes)
2 tablespoons of zest from key limes
(Don’t forget to stash a lime or two aside for garnish, or get a regular lime just for this purpose.)

Step 6. Whip together the eggs and lime zest either by hand or in a stand mixer for about 2 minutes at medium.

Step 7. Add in condensed milk and mix for 3 more minutes. Mixture should be somewhat thick now.

Step 8. Add in lime juice and mix well, until combined, about 1 minute.

Step 9. Pour or spoon tart delicious mixture into previously cooled crust.

Step 10. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours and serve cold with whipped cream and a lime wedge garnish. Some people like to put their pie in the freezer and serve frozen, which is awesome on a hot day. There is no wrong way to eat this pie!

—Amber Guetebier, adapted from a verbal recipe from Alix Benedict

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The Cheesecake Factory Just Released an Ice Cream Line & We’re Ready for It

by Jennifer SwartvagherJanuary 18, 2020

The Golden Girls knew that cheesecake was the answer to all of our problems. A late night cheesecake run is not always feasible, but now you can run to your local grocery store to pick up a pint of your favorite cheesecake flavor.

The Cheesecake Factory has partnered with Wells Enterprises, Inc., a Le Mars, Iowa-based manufacturer, to release a line of cheesecake ice cream featuring seven varieties. The ice cream is made with sour cream and the chain’s signature cream cheese blend, bringing your favorite flavors to your local grocery store.

The 14 oz. cartons retail for $4.99 and will be available nationwide in grocery stores by March.

The ice cream is an extension of The Cheesecake Factory At Home product line which includes whole cheesecakes, slices, cupcakes, brown bread, and more.

The full list of flavors includes:

Birthday Cake: premium cake flavored cheesecake ice cream with a signature cream cheese blend, sour cream, cake pieces, swirls of icing and candy sprinkles

Chocolate: premium chocolate cheesecake ice cream with a signature cream cheese blend, sour cream and rich chocolate fudge swirls

Cookies & Cream: premium cookies & cream cheesecake ice cream with a signature cream cheese blend, sour cream and chocolate cookie swirls

Key Lime: premium key lime cheesecake ice cream with a signature cream cheese blend, sour cream and graham swirls

Original: premium cheesecake ice cream with a signature cream cheese blend, sour cream and graham swirls

Salted Caramel: premium caramel cheesecake ice cream with a signature cream cheese blend, sour cream, sea salt caramel and graham swirls

Strawberry: premium strawberry cheesecake ice cream with a signature cream cheese blend, sour cream, strawberry and graham swirls

—Jennifer Swartvagher

Photos courtesy of The Cheesecake Factory

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