A collection of quick, fun and easy summer food hacks to keep your family stocked up on sweet treats, soft drinks and cocktails all summer long.
Summer is the perfect time for taking things easy. Sometimes cutting a few corners in the kitchen, or finding a few creative food hacks can give you delicious food but also a little extra time on your hands to enjoy with family and friends… or for just taking it easy in a comfy deck chair in your garden with a good book.
I’ve compiled a lengthy collection of food hacks focussing on easy and fun sweet treats and drinks to help you enjoy some tasty recipes all summer long with minimal effort. You’ll find frozen treats, summer desserts, a few healthier snacking options and a long list of drinks and cocktails to keep you going. Let’s get started.
Frozen Treats
Chocolate Dipped Ice Cream Cones – LittleSugarSnaps
Homemade Magic Shell – Oh The Things We’ll Make
2 Minute Raspberry Ice Cream – Wholesome yum
Fun Summer Ice Cream Pops – Hostess at heart
Watermelon Margarita Popsicles – Salt & lavender
Dairy Free Bounty Popsicles – Sweet Sensitive Free
Affogato – LittleSugarSnaps
Coffee Ice Cubes – Kitchen Sanctuary
Summer Desserts
Balsamic Roasted Cherries – LittleSugarSnaps
Berry Eton Mess Shots – Giraffes Can Bake
Strawberry Fool – What A Girl Eats
10 Minute S’mores Trifles – The Spice Train
Chocolate Cheesecake Stuffed Strawberries – Kitchen Sanctuary
Healthy Options
Summer Fruit Salad with Honey Lime Poppyseed Dressing – House of Nash Eats
Greek Yoghurt Covered Cherries – Trial and Eater
Watermelon Pizza – A side of Sweet
5 Minute Fruit Dip – The Seasoned Mom
Soft Drinks
Apple Lemon Mint Cooler – LittleSugarSnaps
Limonana – Ghezaeshiriin
Lavender Limeade – Homebaked Bliss
Fresh Orange & Mint Tea – Lauren Caris Cooks
Refreshing Strawberry Iced Tea – Use your noodles
Cherry Chocolate Chip Milkshake – Champagne Tastes
Raspberry Peach Italian Cream Sodas – House of Nash Eats
Poolside Coconut Coladas – Veggies dont’ bite
Sparkling Raspberry Limeade Mocktails – Low Carb Yum
Alcoholic Drinks
Spanish Gin Tonic – Fox and Briar https://www.foxandbriar.com/spanish-gin-tonics/
Pineapple Prosecco Slushies – Suburban Soapbox
Margarita Milkshake – Saving Dessert
Raspberry Sorbet Mimosa – Fox and Briar
Lava Flow Tropical Drink with Pineapple, Strawberries & Rum – Lemon Blossoms
That’s it. Any questions – you’ll find me snoozing in the garden.
Kelly - A Side of Sweet
Yum! These will keep me busy all summer long!
Jane Saunders
i hope so Kelly – we just need the return of sunshine now 🙂
Natasha @ Salt & Lavender
Summer is definitely the time to use hacks like these!! More time outside, less time in the kitchen. Thanks for including my popsicles! Sharing on various social media. 🙂
Jane Saunders
Thankyou Natasha and it’s a pleasure to include one of your wonderful recipes.