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Midwest Desserts you may have never heard of but need to try ASAP

Midwest Desserts you may have never heard of but need to try ASAP
Hi, I'm Joe Saltz, editorial director of Delish. We are so excited about our new show, America's Most Delish where we examine some of the most iconic foods and recipes across the country. First, we're headed to the Midwest where there are some insane and amazing foods that we can't wait to show you. If we're gonna talk about midwestern favorites, we gotta talk about puppy chow. Now, this snack has appeared in every household in America. Everyone has these ingredients lying around and it comes together so fast. The steps are super simple. You take rice cereal and then you melt peanut butter, chocolate butter together. You toss that amazing mix with the rice cereal and then you coat it all in powdered sugar in this summer heat. You're going to want to store this in an airtight container in the fridge to get this and other great summer recipes. Check out delish.com and download the very local app to watch all the episodes of America's Most Delish.
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Midwest Desserts you may have never heard of but need to try ASAP
When it comes to indulging in mouthwatering desserts, the Midwest offers a treasure trove of delightful treats steeped in tradition and flavor. Whether you're a fan of salty-sweet combinations or creamy, fruity classics, the Midwest desserts on this list are a must-try experience that will satisfy your sweet tooth and leave you craving more. In the most recent episode of "America's Most Delish" we dive into this sugary journey and discover the best desserts the Midwest offers.Blue Moon Ice Cream While its exact recipe may be a mystery, there is no question that Blue Moon ice cream is a Midwest favorite. With flavor notes of raspberry, lemon, and vanilla, some say it is reminiscent of cotton candy or bubble gum. Several cities and states have claimed to be the birthplace of this unique ice cream, but just as no one knows the recipe, no one knows the origins. However, no Midwest ice cream parlor is complete without this flavor on the menu. Puppy Chow Puppy Chow, Muddy Buddies, Trash, Reindeer Chow — whatever you call it, this homemade candy is beloved by many in the Midwest. Simple to make and easy to gift, this dessert is made when Chex cereal is coated in melted chocolate and peanut butter and then tossed in powdered sugar. This sugary snack is a favorite for children, but just make sure you have plenty of napkins; it can get messy.Learn how to make puppy chow with delish.comEpisode: 10 Sweet Treats to Tickle Your Taste Buds from the MidwestBuckeye Named for the iconic Ohio buckeye tree’s nut, this dessert is a delicious combination of peanut butter and chocolate. While its namesake is highly toxic when taken internally, the sweet treat is completely, and deliciously edible. Made with a sugary peanut butter mixture formed into a ball, it is then covered in melted chocolate, leaving a small circle of peanut butter uncovered. This preparation creates a confection with a striking resemblance to nature’s buckeye. Strawberry Pretzel Salad Don’t let the name confuse you; there is nothing “salad” about Strawberry Pretzel Salad. Misnomer aside, a Midwest culinary tour is never complete without this salty-sweet classic. Beginning with a bottom crust of crushed pretzels and butter, this salad is more of a layered bar dessert. Next comes the fluffy center of either cream cheese, Cool Whip, or a mixture of both. Finally, strawberries set in Jello cover the top. Whether it is the Fourth of July or Christmas, it's always the right time for Strawberry Pretzel Salad.Episode: 10 Old School Classics From The Midwest that Stood the Test of TimeKolaches While originally from Central Europe, Nebraska’s rich Czech population has made kolaches a staple in the Midwest. Kolaches start with a puffy yeast dough that manages to be both light and dense simultaneously. They are then topped with a variety of different fruits and garnishes. Sixth Street Kolaches in Blair, Nebraska, is baking up these tasty pastries according to the recipe of owner Lisa’s grandmother. You can choose from flavors like apple, apricot, Bavarian cream, blueberry, cherry, lemon, poppyseed, prune, and raspberry. These sweet pastries are a must-try to experience Midwest desserts.Episode: 10 Sweet Treats to Tickle Your Taste Buds from the MidwestFor more culinary Midwest adventures, check out ​​”America’s Most Delish: Midwest” on the FREE Very Local App!How to stream “America’s Most Delish” on Very LocalDownload the Very Local app to stream “America’s Most Delish.” Then dive into more Very Local food shows, including “What’s on the Menu,” Eat, Play, Stay,” and much more.What is Very Local?Very Local is a streaming app where you can watch local newscasts, original series and more. Keep connected to your hometown with the news and weather team you trust, and discover original series and specials that explore your community and beyond.Follow Very Local on Facebook, Instagram and YouTube for more.

When it comes to indulging in mouthwatering desserts, the Midwest offers a treasure trove of delightful treats steeped in tradition and flavor. Whether you're a fan of salty-sweet combinations or creamy, fruity classics, the Midwest desserts on this list are a must-try experience that will satisfy your sweet tooth and leave you craving more. In the most recent episode of "America's Most Delish" we dive into this sugary journey and discover the best desserts the Midwest offers.

Blue Moon Ice Cream

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While its exact recipe may be a mystery, there is no question that Blue Moon ice cream is a Midwest favorite. With flavor notes of raspberry, lemon, and vanilla, some say it is reminiscent of cotton candy or bubble gum. Several cities and states have claimed to be the birthplace of this unique ice cream, but just as no one knows the recipe, no one knows the origins. However, no Midwest ice cream parlor is complete without this flavor on the menu.

Puppy Chow

Puppy Chow, Muddy Buddies, Trash, Reindeer Chow — whatever you call it, this homemade candy is beloved by many in the Midwest. Simple to make and easy to gift, this dessert is made when Chex cereal is coated in melted chocolate and peanut butter and then tossed in powdered sugar. This sugary snack is a favorite for children, but just make sure you have plenty of napkins; it can get messy.

Learn how to make puppy chow with delish.com

Episode: 10 Sweet Treats to Tickle Your Taste Buds from the Midwest

Buckeye

Named for the iconic Ohio buckeye tree’s nut, this dessert is a delicious combination of peanut butter and chocolate. While its namesake is highly toxic when taken internally, the sweet treat is completely, and deliciously edible. Made with a sugary peanut butter mixture formed into a ball, it is then covered in melted chocolate, leaving a small circle of peanut butter uncovered. This preparation creates a confection with a striking resemblance to nature’s buckeye.

Strawberry Pretzel Salad

Don’t let the name confuse you; there is nothing “salad” about Strawberry Pretzel Salad. Misnomer aside, a Midwest culinary tour is never complete without this salty-sweet classic. Beginning with a bottom crust of crushed pretzels and butter, this salad is more of a layered bar dessert. Next comes the fluffy center of either cream cheese, Cool Whip, or a mixture of both. Finally, strawberries set in Jello cover the top. Whether it is the Fourth of July or Christmas, it's always the right time for Strawberry Pretzel Salad.

Episode: 10 Old School Classics From The Midwest that Stood the Test of Time

Kolaches

While originally from Central Europe, Nebraska’s rich Czech population has made kolaches a staple in the Midwest. Kolaches start with a puffy yeast dough that manages to be both light and dense simultaneously. They are then topped with a variety of different fruits and garnishes. Sixth Street Kolaches in Blair, Nebraska, is baking up these tasty pastries according to the recipe of owner Lisa’s grandmother. You can choose from flavors like apple, apricot, Bavarian cream, blueberry, cherry, lemon, poppyseed, prune, and raspberry. These sweet pastries are a must-try to experience Midwest desserts.

    Episode: 10 Sweet Treats to Tickle Your Taste Buds from the Midwest

    For more culinary Midwest adventures, check out ​​”America’s Most Delish: Midwest” on the FREE Very Local App!

    How to stream “America’s Most Delish” on Very Local

    Download the Very Local app to stream “America’s Most Delish.” Then dive into more Very Local food shows, including “What’s on the Menu,” Eat, Play, Stay,” and much more.

    What is Very Local?

    Very Local is a streaming app where you can watch local newscasts, original series and more. Keep connected to your hometown with the news and weather team you trust, and discover original series and specials that explore your community and beyond.

    Follow Very Local on Facebook, Instagram and YouTube for more.