Grilled Banana S’more Split

Photo by Ralph Hogaboom

The weather is going to be beautiful this weekend so what better way to celebrate with a sweet twist on a summer classic! We were inspired by a delicious sounding recipe for Grilled Banana S'mores and thought, we’d kick it up a notch by combining two summer favorites: banana splits and s’mores! What we ended up with were these delicious Grilled Banana S'more Splits. Here’s how to make your own:

What you’ll need

• Bananas
• Aluminum Foil
• Chocolate Bar
• Vanilla Ice Cream (or double the s'mores with our Gimmi S'more Moo ice cream)
• Strawberry Ice Cream
• Chocolate Ice Cream
• Marshmallows
• Graham cracker crumbs
• Cherry
• Strawberry Syrup
• crushed pineapple(optional topping)

Steps

• With a knife cut a small strip down the banana peel lengthwise. When you carefully open it up it should look almost like a boat.
• Stuff the banana with tiny marshmallows and chocolate pieces then sprinkle in the graham cracker pieces. You can slice the banana in inches to make more room but be careful not to cut through the peel.
• Once your banana is stuffed, cover the bottom completely in foil.
• Place on closed grill for about 5 minutes or until warm.
• Remove from heat and top with your favorite ice cream (We recommended the traditional flavors of the banana split.)
• Then add some strawberry syrup and a cherry on top!

Banana S'more Splits are also a great treat for bonfires! If you have your own favorite summer dessert recipe, feel free to share it with us. If you need ice cream supplies, check out our store finder to find Cold Cow products near you!

Memorial Day Ice Cream Sandwiches

Photo by FA

In commemoration of those that have served and are still serving in the armed forces, this weekend will be filled with memorials and cookouts. Memorial Day weekend often kicks off many summer staples like ice cream season. For your weekend celebration here is a delicious, and patriotically-themed dessert to try: Red Velvet Ice Cream Sandwiches.

What you’ll need:

• Vanilla ice cream
• 1 box red velvet cake mix
• 2 eggs
• 6 tbsp. butter or margarine

Steps

1. Pour cake mix into a medium-sized mixing bowl.
2. Stir in butter and eggs, beaten.
3. Once mixture is relatively combined, mix on low speed for 1-2 minutes or until completely mixed.
4. Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
5. Place mix onto a non-stick baking sheet in one inch balls.
6. Bake cookies in the oven for 12-13 minutes or until cooked fully.
7. Let cookies sit for 30 minutes to an hour until cool.
8. Spoon vanilla ice cream onto cooled cookie and sandwich between another cookie.
9. Serve right after or store in freezer for later.

These ice cream sandwiches are great for Memorial Day and also Independence Day celebrations!

Grilled Peach Ice Cream and Other BBQ Month Desserts

Photo by Roger Braunstein

May is BBQ Month and what better way to celebrate than plan a barbecue featuring some of your favorite food and dessert! Below is a recipe for one of our favorite cookout desserts, Grilled Peaches and Ice Cream. Plus, we've added a few more dessert ideas that you can test out at your next party!

Grilled Peaches and Ice Cream

What you’ll need:

• Peaches Halved 
• Vanilla Ice Cream
• Olive Oil 
• Cinnamon
• Honey

Photo by Roger Braunstein

Directions:

• Cut peaches into halves and pit them.
• Once the pit is removed, be sure to wash them thoroughly.
• Using a brush, coat the peaches in olive oil.
• Place the halves on a grill or frying pan with the core down for 3 minutes. 
• Flip over. Sprinkle cinnamon and drizzle honey on them.
• Grill for another 2-3 minutes or until slightly charred. 
• Remove from heat and place in serving bowls. Scoop vanilla ice cream into the pits and enjoy!

If you liked this recipe, here are a few other ideas to try at your next outdoor party:

• Throw a luau themed cookout and use coconuts as glasses for some delicious milkshakes!
• Grill some pineapple and use it as a topping for a vanilla ice cream sundae. 

If you still want ice cream at your next barbecue but want to save some preparation time, check out our online store to view our ice cream and milkshake selections!

3 Mother’s Day Ideas Better Than Flowers

Let’s face it, moms all over the world work hard everyday. Mothers hold a special place in our hearts, so instead of the typical flower bouquet gift try something more creative this year. Show mom how much you love her with one of these fun Mother's Day ideas.

Take Mom Out for an Ice Cream Cone

Ice cream may be the sweet treat that brings you together but this Mother’s Day going out for a stroll and spending some quality time with your mother will be the sweetest gift of all. The ice cream is just a bonus!

Personalize Your Gifts

Make your gifts personal and show your mom that you gave it a lot of thought. If your mom loves ice cream as much as we do, then try surprising her with a personalized ice cream spoon or silverware set. You can customize an engraving to your mom or choose a funny or heart felt engraving like this, "I love you to the moon and back" ice cream spoon from The Loose Goose shop on Etsy.

Make Mom Dessert

Making mom some dessert is a fun twist on the classic “breakfast in bed” gift. Build and share a banana split while you watch your favorite movie or just sit and chat about old memories and create some new ones.

No matter you do or give your mom on Mother's Day, it is important to show how much you love and appreciate her! If you have your own creative ideas on what to do for Mother's Day, feel free to share them below! 

May Cold Cow Milkshakes & Ice Cream Sundae Ideas!

We're toasting to the month of May with some creative Cold Cow Ice Cream milkshake and sundae combinations. We picked out our 3 favorite creations for the month and listed them for you to check out below.  

Over the Moon Banana Sundae

We may not be in the monkey business but you might go bananas over this delicious sundae! Chocolate, peanut butter and bananas mix together for a sweet and fruity treat.

Moocaccino Coffee Milkshake

Double your energy with this coffee-infused ice cream milkshake! This ice cream milkshake creation is perfect for those that can never get enough coffee - we're definitely on that list. Simply mix some cooled coffee, ice cubes, milk and scoops of Moocaccino in a blender.

Udderly Vanilla Fruit-filled Sundae

Nothing says it’s finally spring like some fresh fruit and ice cream! Not only are the two a natural pair, but fruit is a flavorful sundae topping alternative. Choose your favorite fruits and pile them on a few scoops of Udderly Vanilla ice cream. We recommend: strawberries, blueberries and raspberries, but feel free to customize your own!

Have your own favorite Cold Cow Ice Cream creation? Feel free to share it with us and check out our products to get your next supply of ice cream!