Sparkling Cranberry Punch

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This Sparkling Cranberry Punch is the perfect family friendly drink for your holiday gatherings!

We are in the throws of the holiday season, which means soon we will be going to, and hosting, several holiday parties. I love this season because it means I get to see so many friends and family that I don't normally get to see throughout the year. It's unfortunate, but true, as life keeps us busy and moving in so many different directions. That's why I love to cook and bake for my parties. I want my guests to feel the love through my creations.

I love to have a signature drink at my gatherings. Rather than having to be a server throughout the party, it's nice to have a drink prepared and ready for my friends. This Sparkling Cranberry Punch is perfect for any occasion, and great for all ages. Want to make it a cocktail rather than a mocktail? Add a shot of vodka and you're good to go!

Sweet Cherry Coconut Cooler

Refreshing, healthy, and delicious, this Sweet Cherry Coconut Cooler will quickly become 

one of your new favorite summer sippers!

On a hot summer day, what's more refreshing than an ice cold drink? When that drink is full of delicious sweet cherries and creamy coconut milk, I say not much! This Sweet Cherry Coconut Cooler has quickly become my new favorite summer drink. It's similar to a smoothie, but not as thick, so I prefer to call it a cooler. Because that's exactly what it does. It cools you off.

Salted Caramel Frappe

Delicious and refreshing, this salted caramel frappe is the perfect pick-me-up anytime of the day!

We've talked about my coffee addiction plenty of times. You know it and I know it, I can't go without my coffee. In the winter I drink it hot, and in the summer I love it over ice. But sometimes I like to get crazy and switch things up a bit!

I love to stop at my favorite coffee shop in the morning and pick up a good latte, but we all know how expensive that can get. Which is exactly why I created this delicious salted caramel frappe. It's super simple to make, costs a fraction of what it would be in a shop, and it's incredibly creamy and delicious. My oldest son, who recently discovered his love for coffee, (he's in college now!) said this tastes even better then what he would get in a cafe! And I love that it's better for you too.

Spiced Eggnog Hot Cocoa

This decadent and delicious spiced hot cocoa will keep you warm and toasty this winter!

Although I'm a huge coffee drinker, that's not my only hot drink of choice in the winter. I also happen to really love hot cocoa. Traditional hot cocoa, dark hot cocoa, even mint hot cocoa. You name it, I'll drink it.

Recently I've been playing around in the kitchen and coming up with some fun twists on my cocoa. I made a s'mores version with lots of marshmallows and crushed graham crackers on top. I also made a spicy version with a bit of groun chipotle chili pepper. That was perfect after a cold day outdoors.