Foodness Gracious - Week 82

Recipes

Summer desserts don’t get easier—or more delicious—than this! Our No Bake Strawberry Shortcake is the kind of sweet treat that checks all the boxes: quick, cool, creamy, and kid-approved. No oven? No problem.

This dreamy dessert comes together without breaking a sweat—literally. Whether you're a seasoned home chef or just getting your kiddos involved in the kitchen, this one’s a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.

Let’s talk flavor. Mascarpone and cream cheese team up for the ultimate creamy base—smooth, tangy, and just rich enough to make you swoon. Layer that with fresh strawberries and a zingy burst of strawberry lemonade, and you've got a dessert that tastes like a picnic, a pool party, and a garden stroll all rolled into one.

And we haven’t even gotten to the best part: you can whip this together in under 30 minutes. It’s perfect for a last-minute BBQ, a weeknight craving, or a weekend treat that feels a lot fancier than it is. Because honestly, isn’t summer meant for more snacking and less stressing?

Kids love it. Grown-ups go back for seconds. And it looks so beautiful in a dish that your friends will be begging you for the recipe. Go ahead, call it your signature summer dessert. We won’t tell anyone how easy it was.

Reviews

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From fluffing up mascarpone cream to gently blending ingredients for a smooth, silky texture, this mixer takes the work out of dessert prep. You can even let the kids press the buttons while you sip a little strawberry lemonade. Win-win.

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Responsibility

We get it—those grab-and-go snacks can be tempting. But have you ever wondered what’s really in those processed foods lining the shelves? Our featured article this week dives into 10 eye-opening reasons why stepping away from processed foods could be the best decision for your tastebuds, energy levels, and long-term health.

You don’t have to go full health-nut to make smarter choices—and trust us, the tips in this article are anything but preachy. Instead, they’re fun, insightful, and just the nudge you need to rethink what’s on your plate.

Curious yet? Tap to read the full list and see how even a few small changes can lead to big benefits.

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Foodness Fun - Trivia

Who doesn’t love a little dessert-themed brain teaser? Let’s see how well you know this summer classic.

This week’s trivia question is all about the history of strawberry shortcake—and we promise, the answer might just surprise you.