Everything Pumpkin {linky}

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Pumpkin Spice Jell-O

I found this amazing stuff in the commissary...and I stocked up like its the end of the world! But that also means I've been making all the crazy stuff thats possible with it.
I call it...

PUMPKIN SPICE JELL-O

This treat was really simple. I crumbled ginger snaps on the bottom, poured the jell-o over that and sprinkled the top with more ginger snaps. Fantastic!

(sorry, this picture isn't the best...I was in a hurry!)
I also found "Gingerbread" flavored Jell-O! I made a ginger snap crust (mixing crumbs and butter) then poured gingerbread jell-o, let sit for a little bit. Then pour pumpkin spice jell-o of the top of that and sprinkle a little crumbled ginger snaps on the top. Great with whipped cream too!

This is a "Poke Cake" (if you don't know what that is, google it) I made a Spice-Cake (from a box mix) then let cool completely. Then poke holes in the cake with the end of a wooden spoon.. Pour the pumpkin spice jell-o over it, making sure all the holes are filled. Let it firm and then create a pretty design with cream cheese frosting. This was a HUGE hit at the party we took it too. Not a bite was left!

Here are more recipes I've found that you might enjoy as well:
Pumpkin Spice Cake Balls [you can sub the vanilla jello with the pumpkin spice and opt the actual spice from the recipe]
Triple Layer Pumpkin Pie Spice
Vanilla Pumpkin Cupcakes 
Spiced Pudding Squares
Pumpkin Bundt Cake
Turtle Pumpkin Pie

If you have a recipe you'd like me to add to the list, leave the link in a comment below!

Chocolate Banana Smoothie

CHOCOLATE BANANA SMOOTHIE

2 cups cold 2% milk
1 package (1.4 oz) sugar-free instant chocolate pudding mix
2 tablespoons vanilla extract
2 large ripe bananas, frozen and sliced
2 cups coarsely chopped ice cubes

In a blender, combine the milk, pudding mix and vanilla; cover and process until blended. Add the bananas and ice; cover and process until smooth Pour into chilled glasses; serve immediately. 4 servings (1 cup is 166 calories).

T&T: Use "green" containers [jello shots]

I KNOW I'm not the only one who's seen these babies on Pinterest. Of course, I had to try them out. But then, it got me thinking of other things, other ingredients...soooo many possibilities! And the fact that there is nothing "wasted" in the end, even better!

T&T: Use natural containers

• Slice lemons horizontal direction


• Scoop out the insides, including all the pulp


• Place in a container where it will be as level as possible


• Fill "cups" with jello mix


• Place in fridge for 2-4 hours, overnight is best though!


• Once set, slice the halves in half, and refrigerate until you serve them

There is all sorts of mixes that you can use, be creative! Its not as hard as you might think it is.

• IMPORTANT: Make sure you have a "gelling" agent. Whether its a package of Jell-O or just plain Gelatin. Something needs to be added to make it solidify.


• Also, give yourself enough time to make these. Often, refrigerating over night is needed because of the alcohol content in the other half of the mixture.


• TIP: I've read that lemon have a very bitter taste, so lemons are a better choice over limes. But that is up to you!

My 2 picture mixes:

• 1 small package of tropical punch Jell-o, 1 cups water, 1 cup good quality vodka [fills about 22 to 26 lemon halves]


• 1-1/4 cup coconut milk, 1 package gelatin, 3/4 cup rum [fills about 24 to 28 lemon halves] sprinkle with shaved coconut

Mixes I'm going to try:

• 1 cup pink lemonaid, 1 package gelatin, 1 cup vodka [lemon halves]


• 1 cup orange juice, 1 package gelatin, 1 cup champagne [orange halves]


• 1 cup lemon juice, 1 package gelatin, 1 cup vodka (or lemon vodka) [lemon halves]


• 1 cup margarita mix (prepared), 1 package gelatin, 1 cup tequila [lime halves]

Have you tried these yet? What mixtures have you tried?