Food & Drink

7 Great Desserts You’ll Be Sweet On

Get inspired to get creative in the kitchen with these sweet dessert recipes.

By Erin Lem July 6, 2015 Partner Content

If your kids think that milk, butter and cheese come from the grocery store shelves, it’s time to open their eyes to everything dairy farm. Recently, Red Tricycle Seattle writer, Helen did just that. She went on a WA Dairy tour to learn how dairy products are made. Not only did she get to visit with some happy cows, but Helen also learned that Washington state produces some of the highest-quality dairy products around (bonus: all of the milk is rbST free). So, the next time you’re at the grocery store take the opportunity to educate your kids about where their food comes from and then whip up one of these dairy-friendly recipes. Flip through the gallery to get inspired.

Mukilteo Mudd Chocolate Malt

Local creamery Snoqualmie Ice Cream shared this Mudd Chocolate Malt recipe with us. Check out the sweet details below.

Ingredients:
1 Pint Mukilteo Mudd
Ice Cream
3/4 Cup milk
1/4 Cup malted milk powder

Method:
1. Combine ice cream, milk, and malted milk powder in a blender and blend until combined. Pour into two glasses and serve immediately.

Recipe courtesy of Snoqualmie Ice Cream

FUN FACT: One dairy cow can produce enough milk to make 9,000 gallons of ice cream.

What is your favorite dairy-friendly dessert? Which recipe will you make Tell us in the Comments below.

The Washington Dairy Products Commission celebrates the contribution of local dairy farm families. By producing wholesome and nutritious dairy products and caring for their cows and land, local dairy farm families are a key ingredient to making the northwest a great place to live. Learn more at akeyingredient.com.