Easy, Quick & Fun Summer Food Hacks

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

Vegan Mango & Cherry Popsicles – LittleSugarSnaps

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

Italian Iced Espresso (Shakerato) – LittleSugarSnaps

Raspberry Peach Italian Cream Sodas – House of Nash Eats

Poolside Coconut Coladas – Veggies dont’ bite

Sparkling Raspberry Limeade Mocktails – Low Carb Yum

Alcoholic Drinks

Frozen Gin & Tonic with Raspberry & Mint – LittleSugarSnaps

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.