Summer is the perfect season for simple pleasures—sunshine, porch sitting, and of course, easy-to-make recipes that wow your taste buds. Whether you’re hosting a backyard get-together or looking for something quick on a hot day, we’ve got you covered.
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These two Southern-inspired recipes are simple, delicious, and ready in minutes. From a chilled no-bake dessert to a savory flatbread favorite, they’re just right for sunny afternoons and family-friendly meals.
🍓 Recipe #1: No-Bake Strawberry Cheesecake Cups
These creamy, tangy cheesecake cups are layered with fresh strawberries and graham crackers. They come together in just 15 minutes—and you don’t even need to turn on the oven!
🕒 Ready in: 15 minutes
🍽 Serves: 6
Ingredients:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup cold heavy whipping cream
- 1 cup crushed graham crackers
- 1 cup chopped fresh strawberries
Instructions:
- Beat cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
- Whip heavy cream until stiff peaks form, then fold into the cream cheese mixture.
- Layer crushed graham crackers, cheesecake filling, and strawberries in cups or jars.
- Chill for at least 1 hour. Garnish with extra strawberries or mint if desired.
Nutrition (per serving):
- Calories: 310
- Fat: 22g
- Carbs: 24g
- Sugar: 15g
- Protein: 3g
- Sodium: 130mg
🍗 Recipe #2: BBQ Chicken Flatbread Pizza
This flatbread pizza is smoky, cheesy, and packed with flavor. It’s the kind of dish that feels fancy—but takes less than 20 minutes from start to finish!
🕒 Ready in: 20 minutes
🍽 Serves: 4
Ingredients:
- 2 flatbreads
- 1 cup shredded cooked chicken (rotisserie recommended)
- 1/2 cup BBQ sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (or a cheese blend if you prefer)
- 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 400°F.
- Spread BBQ sauce over flatbreads.
- Add chicken, cheese, and red onion on top.
- Bake for 8–10 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve warm.
Nutrition (per serving):
- Calories: 390
- Fat: 18g
- Carbs: 30g
- Sugar: 9g
- Protein: 25g
- Sodium: 520mg
There you have it—two easy, no-fuss recipes that deliver big flavor with minimal effort. Whether you’re cooling off with those creamy No-Bake Strawberry Cheesecake Cups or gathering around the table for a slice of BBQ Chicken Flatbread Pizza, these dishes are sure to bring smiles and second servings.
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