Sweet Treats & Summer Fun

This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #ShareFunshine #CollectiveBias There are few things in this world as satisfying as ice cream on a hot day.

This seems to be a universal joy across all age groups and now that I live in South Carolina, I take my position as hostess on 100 degree days very seriously.  At this point in time in my life, there are always kids at my house and that is often my focus when entertaining.  When kids are happy, the parents are happy, and then everyone can relax.  And isn’t that what we all want out of our get togethers?  To have fun, laugh, chill, and really connect with our family and friends?  That is how memories are made and where relationships flourish.  If I can accomplish all of that and enjoy my time as well, I call that being a successful hostess.

I used to do everything from scratch and while it was exhausting, I really loved it.  The older I get, the more I realize that it isn’t the food that is served, but the time spent with each other that is remembered.  I have found an easy way to serve the ever popular ice cream in a fun and festive way!  Not only is it something I can do ahead (score!) but it is incredibly easy with maximum impact.

That happens with these Snickers® Ice Cream Bars and right now they are starting of the summer with some fun!! Do YOU want to get in on the action?  You can learn all about how to enter the sweepstakes to Share A Little Funshine by clicking here.

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Snickers® Ice Cream Bars are pretty incredible all on their own.  I am actually pretty choosy with my ice cream and these are one of the lucky few that make their way into my freezer from time to time.  Why?  Because with chocolate, caramel, peanuts, and ice cream all combined in one bite, it is pretty hard to resist.  I have always loved these treats and with kids, I wanted an easier way to serve them.
Enter these frozen pops!  This is so easy, its shameful!  Unwrap a Snickers® Ice Cream Bar and OH so very carefully, insert a wooden popsicle stick into one end, going about halfway up the stick.  Immediately place the ice cream back in the freezer (we want them to stay really frozen) and continue with as many as you would like to make. See the cute little ribbons in the pic above?  So easy.  Just knot on any kind of ribbon you like, although the 1/4 inch wide seems to work the best for this.  Customize your colors to a birthday party, bbq theme, Memorial Day celebration, July 4th, or use whatever you have on hand.  This is a great way to get kids involved with prepping for a get together and you can make as many or as few as you need.  Since they are stored in the freezer, simply set them on a decorative plate and serve.  No messy fingers, and even adults can walk and chat and munch on their ice cream.  Even better if you have a bonfire going and you can simply toss the sticks into the flames.  No clean up!Did you know that these come in a value box too?  So much easier when feeding a crowd!  I picked these up at Walmart and they couldn’t be easier to locate!  Follow the ICE CREAM sign and voila!
There are so many ways to enjoy time with friends and family this summer and it doesn’t stop with ice cream!  Having a few extras on hand can be a great way to celebrate warmer days and enjoy that occasional treat!  In addition you can download the Blippar app from your Apple or Android store to scan your package and receive exclusive content.Peanut M&M’s® are my go to treat when I want something chocolatey.

Which are your favorite to share with friends and family?  Are you a Plain M&M® kind of person?  Or a chewy Skittles® fan?