End of School Year & Pool Party Recipes
Get ready to celebrate the end of the school year with a festive pool party! As the temperatures rise and summer approaches, what better way to bid farewell to a successful academic year than by hosting a fun-filled gathering by the pool? Whether you're celebrating in your backyard or at a neighborhood pool, to make your party a culinary hit, we've put together a collection of simple and delightful recipes that will keep your guests cool, satisfied, and ready for some aquatic adventures. Dive in and discover the perfect dishes for your end of school year pool party.
SUMMER ROLLS WITH PEANUT BUTTER DIPPING SAUCE
Summer rolls are a big favorite of mine; they’re healthy and packed full of fresh flavors. Though they’re fiddly and time consuming to make, it’s worth the wait and you only get better at it once you have the hang of the rolling and folding. The crunchy, peanutty sauce gives it a bonus richness which contrasts those summery flavors well. These are to perfect savory snack by the pool! Get the recipe here!
PEANUT BUTTER COOKIE ICEBOX CAKE
This is a wonderfully simple to prepare and delicious ice box cake, turning the classic treat of peanut butter cookies with a glass of ice-cold milk into a whimsical and satisfying dessert. It’s perfect for the summer since it’s a no bake cake. It’s a perfect dessert to serve after a family dinner or to bring to a party like a barbecue or cookout. This cake can be prepared in advance and stored in the refrigerator or freezer for up to a day before serving. Get the recipe here!
NO-CRUST PEANUT BUTTER & JELLY SANDWICH
Get ready to experience a taste sensation like no other at your pool party! We're about to unveil the ultimate crustless peanut butter and jelly sandwich that will leave your taste buds tingling with delight. Get ready to dive into a world of flavor with this extraordinary treat. Say goodbye to messy crumbs and hello to these crustless wonders. These are the ultimate grab-and-go snacks, allowing you to satisfy your cravings without missing a single moment of poolside fun. Get the recipe here!
PEANUT BUTTER CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIE SANDWICHES
The best part about this recipe is that it can be as simple or complex as you’d like it to be. For a completely homemade cookie sandwich, use the recipe below to make Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies (pictured here) – or skip turning on the oven and opt for store-bought cookies of your choice. Sandwich two cookies together with this fluffy, creamy Peanut Butter Cookie Sandwich Filling and roll in rainbow sprinkles for some extra flair. Get the recipe here!
PEANUT BUTTER TAGALONG PARTY DIP
This creamy, Tagalong-inspired dessert dip’s flavor boasts the perfect combination of salty, sweet, and peanut buttery. It’s like eating the delicious center of a Tagalong cookie. Studded with chocolate morsels, this dip is heaven on cookies or graham crackers, but so good that you’ll feel fine eating it with a spoon, too. Oh, and did I mention that it only takes 10 minutes (or less) to make? Dessert is served! Get the recipe here.
TRIPLE LAYER PEANUT BUTTER POPSICLES
Get ready to cool down and tantalize your taste buds with the ultimate poolside treat—popsicles! These frozen delights are the perfect way to beat the heat and add a burst of flavor to your pool party. Get ready to dive into a world of refreshing and irresistible goodness. You'll need a popsicle mold (we used a silicone one that you fill from the top) and some popsicle sticks, but otherwise, this low-effort recipe is the gift that keeps on giving! Get the recipe here!