Donut You Want One

I know there has been some major radio silence here on the blog and I don't have a very good excuse to give you all, that is if anyone is reading this. Life just has been a bit crazy and my little creative corner has taken a back seat on the priority list. As of late I have been really trying to take care of myself health wise. Getting in shape with alternating classes at Soul Cycle and Yoga, dieting with Weight Watchers {down 7 lbs!} and generally tending to myself in a way I haven't in a long time. Since we all know dieting is hard and giving up your favorite indulgences just makes you want to quit. I have decided to try healthier versions of all my favorites. I think this donut recipe from Drizzle Me Skinny has to be my favorite thus far. I have made them numerous times and they always come out great & today I made them even a little more sweeter for my chocoholic husband by adding in some chocolate cake mix & topping with chocolate frosting. I even bagged some up & gifted to friends! All you need is a donut pan and some basic baking ingredients. Enjoy!

more healthy snacking recipes can be found here & here 

thirsty thursday - Iced Breakfast Beverages & A Donut Party

I know I am the odd woman out here when I say that I am not a coffee drinker. While I have always preferred tea my husband is big time coffee enthusiast. Pretty much any candy, ice cream or drink that is coffee flavored is something he would enjoy. So I decided to take a break from the usual boozy beverages I usually share on this weekly post and thought I would share two refreshing morning beverages perfect for a steamy summers day with a coordinating snack. After-all who doesn't like donuts??? I used this recipe from my favorite cooking show for the donuts but you could also purchase a similar mix pre-made. Have a great day everyone!

Vanilla Iced Espresso

2 pods Nespresso Livanto
1 teaspoon sugar 
1/4 cup sweetened condensed milk
1 teaspoon good vanilla extract 

French Vanilla Iced Tea

2 Bigelow French Vanilla Tea bags brewed
1/2 cup of ice
1 teaspoon sweetener 
1/4 cup milk

Brew your tea & coffee add your sweetener & dairy to taste, pour over ice & enjoy!

I made a chocolate version for my husband using this pre-made mix & it was delicious!

Want to have your own donut party??? Below is everything you need to host your own morning get together in style. Perfect for brunch, hosting a wedding/baby shower or just a gathering of friends after a dinner party.

Seletti Coffee Cup, Saucer & Spoot Set // Crate & Barrel Creamer & Sugar Set // Tie Tea Mug // Cow Creamer // Target Threshold Cake Stand // CB2 Glass Creamer // Donut Baking Pan //  Crate & Barrel Dusting Sugar Set // Target Threshold Appetizer Plate // Anthropologie Cartan Napkin Set