Bright and sunny in color and flavor, citrus is a great way to make the most of your seasonal recipes this spring. From cookouts to happy hour to tea party treats, Nielsen-Massey® Pure Lemon Extract, Pure Lemon Paste and Pure Orange Extract are all you need to create stunning recipes with memorable results.
Cookouts
As the weather heats up, so does the grill! Join us in embracing warmer days with recipes ideal for outdoor picnics and cookouts. Gather the ingredients and your friends to let the good times begin.
5 Ingredient Sweet and Spicy Chicken Skewers
With only 5 ingredients, these Sweet & Spicy Grilled Chicken Skewers come together in a flash! Pure Lemon Extract and Pure Orange Extract create a harmonious citrus marinade for the perfect springtime grill recipe. These skewers are ideal to make for your next BBQ or whenever you’re in the mood for a deliciously easy grilled chicken recipe with amazing citrus flavors.
Grilled Lemon Pepper Cauliflower “Wings”
Our Grilled Lemon Pepper Cauliflower “Wings” are an epic plant-based dish with just the right amount of lemon paste zing and black pepper kick. Grill them to perfection for an extra irresistible crunch. Perfect as a side dish or main course for veggie lovers.
Lemon Sweet Rolls
A cookout is not complete without rolls! Lightly sweet and kissed with Pure Lemon Paste and Madagascar Bourbon Pure Vanilla Extract, these fluffy Lemon Sweet Rolls are perfect for picnics, cookouts or snacking.
Happy Hour Citrus Drinks
Raise a glass to more daylight! Now that the days of the sun setting before happy hour are behind us, invite your favorite people over for drinks after work or on the weekends!
Sgroppino
This drink is a frothy, citrus and elegant cocktail originating in Italy, is classified as a sweet dessert beverage that is enjoyed by many. This Sgroppino recipe stands out above the rest thanks to our secret ingredient, Pure Lemon Extract.
Arancione Negroni
This Arancione Negroni is made with Campari, gin, vermouth and an orange peel, our recipe adds a little flavor twist by adding a touch of Pure Orange Extract. Enjoy this traditional Italian cocktail before dinner, as intended.
Lemon Juniper “Gin Sour” Mocktail
Enjoy an intricate, refreshing gin sour without the gin. The homemade juniper syrup mimics the complex botanical flavors of gin, and our Pure Lemon Paste enhances the citrus notes of this spirit-free drink. Our Lemon Juniper “Gin Sour” Mocktail is a great alternative to an alcoholic beverage.
Tea Party Treats
Dreaming of teatime in the spring? Make it a reality with these showstopping cakes, perfectly paired with a steaming cup of tea or delicate cookies that look beautiful on a classic tiered display, but taste even better.
Spring Bunny Cake
Nothing says “hoppy spring” quite like a tea party and cake, especially when that cake has an adorable meringue bunny “hopping” through the center. This storybook-like lemon Bundt cake was created by Great British Bake-Off Contestant, Lizzie Acker! This exclusive gluten-free recipe is fun, flavorful and festive – not to mention, the perfect way to celebrate the season. While this Spring Bunny Cake calls for whole lemons, you can ramp up the citrus taste by adding a dash of Pure Lemon Extract as well.
Vegan Orange Cake with Vanilla Coconut Whip Frosting
Citrusy orange flavor and rich vanilla make a great combination in this Vegan Orange Cake with Vanilla Coconut Whip Frosting recipe that is guaranteed to please. The plant-based cake is rounded out with a whipped vanilla coconut topping that features the creamy, smooth flavor of our Madagascar Bourbon Pure Vanilla Extract. This creamy orange cake would pair perfectly with the bergamot citrus notes found in a steaming cup of earl grey tea.
Orange Cookies with Edible Flowers
These stunning Orange Cookies with Edible Flowers are delicately flavored with Pure Vanilla Extract and Pure Orange Extract and topped with a sprinkle of sugar. They are almost too beautiful to eat, making them the perfect addition to any teatime-tiered display!
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