4 Yummy Ways to Make Summer Panna Cotta

Before you miss out on some of summer’s best flavors, make these seasonal panna cotta recipes! Made in a jar for easy serving, or in personal dishes to be enjoyed individually, these recipes combine rich cream with spiced fruit, chocolate, and more.

These treats are (mostly) no-bake and can even be dairy free! Try one (or all 4 varieties) of these easy, “cooked cream” Italian desserts.

Before we get started, this is a photo of what a gelatin sheet looks like. We know – it doesn’t look exactly like something you want to cook with, but we promise the results are just the same as gelatin powder.

Ingredients (makes 4):

– 1 1/2 sheets gelatin

– 1 1/4 cups heavy cream

– 1/2 cups whole milk

– 3 tablespoons granulated sugar

– 1 whole vanilla bean

– 1 cup hulled and sliced strawberries

– 1/4 cup chopped strawberries

– 1 cup slice rhubarb

– 3 tablespoon water

– 3-4 sprigs basil

We love any recipe involving rhubarb, especially in the summertime.

First we’ll make the vanilla bean panna cotta base.

1. Bloom gelatin by completely submerging the sheets in ice cold water.

2. Remove seeds from the vanilla bean, and place in a medium sauce pan with cream, milk, and sugar.

3. Heat cream mixture over medium heat until it comes to simmer.

4. Once the gelatin has bloomed (it will be soft and jelly-like, about 5-8 minutes), squeeze out all excess water and stir into the heated cream.

5. Remove from heat and continue to mixture until gelatin is combined.

6. Once cooled, pour cream into desired serving dishes and refrigerate for 4 hours, or over night.

Then, it’s onto the fruity compote.

1. Place sliced strawberries and rhubarb in a medium saucepan. Reserve the chopped berries until serving.

2. Heat the fruit over medium-high. Once the juices begin to bubble, add in water and basil leaves.

3. Continue to cook over medium-low until the fruit breaks down (about 8-10) minutes.

4. Remove from heat and store until serving.

5. Before serving, remove basil leaves from cooked compote and discard.

Once the panna cotta has set, spoon over about 1-2 tablespoons of compote and top each serving with 2 teaspoons of fresh, chopped strawberries.

Ingredients (makes 4):

– 15 ounce can of full fat coconut milk

– 1 gelatin sheet

– 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

– 1/2 cup granulated sugar

– 1 cup mango puree

– 2 tablespoon sugar

– 1/2 teaspoon cardamom

– 1/2 gelatin sheet

– chopped pistachios (optional)

The flavors for this definitely have a far Eastern undertone, perfect for the heat of summer.

Now, let’s layer up some mango gelee and coconut panna cotta!

1. First we’ll make the mango gelee. Puree the fruit of 1-2 fresh mangos to create 1 cup of puree, or use store-bought mango puree.

2. Bloom the 1/2 sheet of gelatin in ice cold water.

3. Heat the mango puree, vanilla, and cardamom in a medium sauce pan over medium heat.

4. Once the gelatin has bloomed, squeeze out excess water. Mix gelatin into heated mango puree. Removed from heat and continue stirring until combined.

5. Evenly distribute mango layer in the bottom of each serving dish. Refrigerate for 3-4 hours, until set, before adding the next layer of panna cotta.

6. Onto the coconut panna cotta. Bloom gelatin by completely submerging the sheet in ice cold water.

7. Place coconut milk, sugar, and vanilla in a medium sauce pan and heat over medium heat until it comes to a slight simmer.

8. Once the gelatin has bloomed (it will be soft and jelly-like, about 5-8 minutes), squeeze out all excess water and stir into the heated coconut milk.

9. Remove from heat and continue to mixture until gelatin is combined.

10. Once cooled, pour coconut milk over the mango layer. Use a small funnel to keep the process clean, and layers even.

Return to the refrigerator for at least 4 hours and top with chopped pistachios before serving (if desired).

Ingredients (makes 2-3):

– 1 cup heavy cream

– 3 ounces soft goat cheese, room temperature

– 1/2 gelatin sheet

– 1/3 cup granulated sugar

– 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

– 2 medium peaches

– 2 medium plums

– 1-2 cinnamon sticks

– 1 tablespoon agave nectar

The process for making the panna cotta is much the same as the previous ones, but we’ll take you through the steps again.

This combo of fruit and cheese is definitely not your average panna cotta.

1. Bloom gelatin by completely submerging the sheet in ice cold water.

2. Place cream, sugar, and vanilla in a medium sauce pan and heat over medium heat until it comes to a slight simmer.

3. Once the gelatin has bloomed (it will be soft and jelly-like, about 5-8 minutes), squeeze out all excess water and stir into the heated cream.

4. Remove from heat. Using a whisk, stir in the goat cheese. Mix until combined.

5. Once cooled, pour goat cheese mixture into desired serving dish. Refrigerate for 4 hours, or overnight.

6. Now onto the fruit! Preheat oven to 375 degrees F and spray a baking sheet with non-stick spray.

7. Slice fruit into 1/2 to 1/4 inch wedges (not too thin) and place on the baking sheet.

8. Break up the cinnamon sticks, and tuck under the fruit.

9. Drizzle with agave and place in the oven. Roast fruit for about 15-20 minutes, until soft but not too mushy. Check after 10 minutes, stir and return to oven if necessary.

Place slightly cooled fruit on top of set goat cheese panna cotta just before serving.

Ingredients (makes 6):

– 1 cup heavy cream

– 1/2 cup whole milk

– 2 tablespoon granulated sugar

– 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

– 1 gelatin sheet

– 6 ounces bittersweet chocolate (chopped or disks)

– 1 cup graham cracker crumbs

– 2 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted

– 2 teaspoons granulated sugar

– 3 ounces egg whites

– 3/4 cup granulated sugar

– pinch salt

– pinch cream of tartar

– 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

This one involves a few more layers and steps, but the result is well worth it. I mean, what sounds better than s’mores panna cotta?

First, the graham cracker crust.

1. Pulse graham crackers in a food processor to create a fine crumb, or use store-bought crumbs.

2. Add in melted butter and sugar, pulse to combine.

3. Place 1 1/2 tablespoons crumbs into the bottoms of servings dishes or jars. Use the back of the spoon to pack down the crust.

4. Refrigerate for 30 minutes.

Next, the chocolate panna cotta.

1. Bloom gelatin by completely submerging the sheets in ice cold water.

2. Place cream, milk, sugar, and vanilla in a medium sauce pan and heat over medium heat until it comes to a slight simmer.

3. Remove from heat, and pour in chopped chocolate.

4. At this point, squeeze out all excess water from bloomed gelatin and stir, with the chocolate, into the chocolate cream.

5. Strain chocolate cream with a fine sieve.

6. Once cooled, carefully spoon or pour oven chilled graham crusts. Refrigerate for 4 hours, or over night.

And onto the marshmallow meringue topping.

1. Place sugar and egg whites in the bowl of an electric mixer

2. Place bowl on top of a medium sauce pan with water to create a double boiler.

3. Heat “double boiler” over medium heat until sugar is dissolved and egg mixture is slightly warm.

4. Transfer the bowl to the mixture fitted with a whisk attachment, and beat on high.

5. Add in the salt and cream of tartar and continue to beat until stiff, glossy peaks form (about 7 minutes).

6. Add in the vanilla just at the end of mixing.

7. Transfer the meringue to a pastry bag fitter with a star tip.

8. Pipe meringue on top of chocolate panna cotta and sprinkle with graham crumbs just before serving.

And that’s all she wrote! Just don’t eat all your panna cottas at once ;)

What are your favorite summer sweets? Share recipes and ideas with us in the comments below.

If you grew up during the 90s, chances are you're very familiar with Sarah Michelle Gellar and Freddie Prinze, Jr. Besides David and Victoria Beckham, this couple is the reason most millennials believe that love really can last 'forever.' They're both well-respected actors who've starred in cult favorites like I Know What You Did Last Summer and She's All That, plus Sarah starred in the cult-classic show Buffy, The Vampire Slayer. Knowing they've cracked the relationship longevity code brings a smile to this millennial's face.

Can't help but fangirl over Sarah Michelle Gellar and Freddie Prinze, Jr. either? Let's take a trip down memory lane to revisit their relationship timeline!

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1997: Sarah Michelle Gellar and Freddie Prinze, Jr.'s First Introduction

Sarah Michelle Gellar and Freddie Prinze, Jr. officially met while they were working on the set of I Know What You Did Last Summer, as reported by People. That's something I never really considered back then so this news makes my heart sing! I can't even begin to tell you how much I love watching it even though it's a killer flick.

1999: Sarah Makes a Quick Appearance in She's All That

It's not 100% clear if they were romantically interested in each other a couple of years later, but Sarah did make an appearance in She's All That. The film's director, Robert Iscove, opened up to Cosmopolitan about how her cameo happened in 2015. "She was there visiting Freddie and we asked her if she would come and do it, and she said she would come and do it, but she wouldn't speak. She wouldn't say any lines."

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January 2000: Sarah Michelle Gellar and Freddie Prinze, Jr.'s First Date

The funny thing about their first date is that they weren't actually planning on going on one. They were just friends at the time and a last-minute cancellation turned into something more. Sarah told People Now, " "We were friends for a very long time. We'd had many dinners before. And we were supposed to go with someone else, and the third person didn't make it out and we decided to still go," she recalled.

April 2001: Their Accidental First Date Leads to an Engagement

Fate must've known something Sarah Michelle Gellar and Freddie Prinze, Jr. didn't because they ended up getting engaged during the spring of 2001. ABC News shared that they announced the news during Gellar's birthday party.

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September 2002: Sarah Michelle Gellar and Freddie Prinze, Jr. Make It Official

The beautiful couple said "I Do" during a lovely ceremony in Mexico, according to People. Their friend Cathy Waterman — designer of their wedding bands — said, "They're on the same channel" and "This is one in which you go, 'This is going to last.'"

I'm sure she's glad to know her prediction has been proven many times over!

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April 2009 — September 2009: Sarah Michelle Gellar and Freddie Prinze Jr. Enter Parenthood

In 2009 Sarah Michelle and Freddie Prinze Jr. not only announced they were preparing to welcome their first child, but they later did just that. Their daughter Charlotte Grace Prinze was born right before summer ended and we can only imagine how overjoyed the couple was.

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April 2012: Sarah Michelle Gellar and Freddie Prinze Jr. Announce Their Second Pregnancy

Three years after announcing they were expecting their first child, People found out the couple were ready to expand with the announcement of their second pregnancy. A source reportedly said, "They love their little girl more than anything in the world and know that love will only multiply."

September 2012: Sarah Michelle Gellar Gives Birth To a Son

Similar to their daughter's arrival, the couple's son — Rocky James Prinze — was born in September 2012. To celebrate his bday a few years ago, Sarah shared two adorable pics of him on Instagram when he was just a baby. "Rocky, on the day you were born, I swear my heart tripled in size," she partially wrote in the caption.

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September 2017: The Couple Celebrates 15 Years of Marriage

Time flies when you're having fun love each other which brings a smile to my face when thinking about Sarah Michelle Gellar and Freddie Prinze, Jr.

Sarah actually shared a touching video on Instagram that perfectly captured the happy couple throughout the years. Each photo in the video includes the year it was taken which really puts their relationship into perspective.

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November 2019: Freddie Prinze, Jr. Opens Up About His Love For Cooking

It's long been rumored that women are the only ones who enjoy cooking, but that's not the case for Sarah Michelle Gellar. Freddie Prinze, Jr. told People in 2019 that he's the one who throws down in the kitchen. "It's never a hassle for me to cook dinner because I like it," he freely admitted.

This is so similar to my household because I know how to cook enough to survive, but I prefer to let my S.O. plan our meals. Sorry, not sorry!

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October 2022: Sarah Michelle Gellar and Freddie Prinze, Jr. Are All About Their Kids Enjoying Their Youth

If you think this couple wants their children actively on social media, think again. She opened up about one of the rules she and Freddie have in place that seem worlds away from what's considered the 'norm.' "Our rules are probably stricter than most. Our kids don't have social media," she told So Mini Ways, Yahoo's Parenting series.

I know some people feel that kids should have access to things, but I'm on the fence about it now that I have a toddler. I remember what it's like having unlimited and unchecked access to the internet so I'm not sure if I'd want my kids to come across some of the things I did.

It may be controversial, but I applaud Sarah Michelle Gellar and Freddie Prinze, Jr. for making this decision.

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January 2023: Sarah Michelle Gellar and Freddie Prinze Jr. Hit the Red Carpet for Wolf Pack

Sarah Michelle Gellar and Freddie Prinze, Jr. looked amazing while posing for pictures on Wolf Pack's red carpet. Her floral mini dress by Oscar de la Renta made me want to buy something similar even if I knew I probably wouldn't find it.

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September 2023: Sarah Michelle Gellar and Freddie Prinze, Jr. Celebrate 21 Years of Married Life

I can't believe I'm typing this, but Sarah Michelle Gellar and Freddie Prinze, Jr. celebrated 21 years of marriage last year. That means this couple has been going strong for two decades!

Sarah took to Instagram again to celebrate their love with a throwback picture from their wedding day on Instagram and my jaw is still on the floor.

If you need more proof that the couple are still very much in love, here's a more recent pic that Sarah shared on Instagram from earlier in the year. She's "Still celebrating and spoiling" Freddie years later, and I think it goes without saying that he loves it there.

Sigh the bar has been set HIGH, and I can't wait to see how they continue to grow with time.

November 2024: Freddie Prinze, Jr. Reveals The One Celebrity Experience They're "Good At Avoiding"

Despite the fact that paparazzi love to see (and often follow) celebrity couples, Freddie just revealed how he and Sarah have been able to keep things low-key. When Oldish's podcast co-host Randy Spelling asked how they stay out of the public — and how intentional they have to be to keep a low profile — Freddie said it's "by choice," and that "you can control it to a certain degree."

"I don't know how deliberate [others] are in trying to avoid that BS," he said on the podcast. "I know how easy it's been for us because I don't go anywhere. I don't go to parties. People don't see Sarah and I out and about at the popular places. We have our restaurants that we like, and they're not super trendy in places where paparazzi hang out. So we're good at avoiding it."

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If Gilmore Girls andThe Marvelous Mrs. Maisel have shown me anything, it's that creator Amy Sherman-Palladino always has an incredible story up her sleeve. Her new show Étoile, which is coming to Prime Video, promises to be a beautiful and sophisticated look at the world of dance, and if the fact that it's from Amy wasn't enough reason to watch it, it's also Prime's first new show to get a two-season order! Here's everything we know about the series.

What is the next Sherman Palladino show?

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Following our beloved Gilmore Girls and The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, Dan and Amy Sherman-Palladino's next series is Étoile, which is set at two world-famous ballet companies in New York City and Paris. When both companies run into some trouble, the decide to swap their most talented stars in a last-ditch effort to save themselves.

And based on the first set leaks from New York City, it looks like Étoile will definitely be packing on the drama. This short clip shows Luke Kirby standing outside Lincoln Center in a serious conversation (probably about the fate of his ballet company, TBH).

"Well, guess that plan for early retirement will have to wait," Dan and Amy said in a joint statement (via The Hollywood Reporter). "Instead, we’ve decided to embark on an international journey with an unbelievable group of players and the most talented ballet dancers in the world. We will sleep when we’re dead."

But this isn't the first time ASP has forayed into the world of ballet! Her ABC Family series Bunheads (which premiered on June 11, 2012) follows Michelle (Sutton Foster) who moves to her hometown of Paradise and starts working at her mother-in-law's dance studio The Paradise Dance Academy. The best part is that the role of Michelle's mother-in-law is played by Emily Gilmore herself, Kelly Bishop!

When does Étoile premiere?

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We don't have an official release date yet, but considering THR recently revealed the show will finish filming soon, we're hoping to see Étoile in 2025. Just like Gilmore Girls is the ultimate fall rewatch, maybe Étoile will be the ultimate winter rewatch!

Who's in the Étoile cast?

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So far, we know that Étoile will star Luke Kirby, Gideon Glick, Camille Cottin, Simon Callow, Lou de Laâge, and David Alvarez. Yanic Truesdale, who played our favorite Gilmore Girls concierge Michel, has also joined the series as a recurring character! I'm so excited to see Yanic working with Amy Sherman-Palladino again — it's like a Gilmore Girls reunion!

What does Étoile mean?

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Étoile translates to "star," and there are so many different connections here! We have the ballet stars themselves, but you also wish upon a star and reach for the stars when you're working towards a dream. If you ask me, Étoile is the perfect name for this series.

How many episodes does Étoile have?

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The first season of Étoile will have eight episodes total, but considering Prime Video ordered two seasons, we'll definitely be getting more episodes.

Are you excited to watch Étoile? Check back here for the latest news on the series, and stay updated on your favorite TV shows and movies on our Facebook!

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So long, pumpkin spice season: Starbucks’ holiday menu is on the way, and per menu leaks, it reportedly brings back a ton of seasonal favorites starting next week.

From a classic Peppermint Mocha to the beloved Caramel Brûlée Latte, the recent menu rumors say a new Refresher flavor, 6 unique cold foams, and 4 new bakery items are on the way as the holidays draw near – including many items we predicted! The speculated lineup is honestly wild. Starbucks teased that the holiday menu will hit stores on November 7.

If you just can’t wait to order off the Starbucks holiday menu, here’s every offering reportedly coming to your closest cafe!

When will the Starbucks holiday drinks for 2024 come out?

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According to an Instagram post from Starbucks, new holiday drinks and snacks will come out on November 7, 2024.

Will there be holiday cups?

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Yes, the Starbucks holiday menu will include some new holiday cup designs! You can peek at all the new designs for 2024 here.

What's missing from this year's rumored Starbucks holiday menu?

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Per rumors around the Starbucks holiday menu, the Eggnog Latte, Toasted White Chocolate Mocha, Irish Cream Cold Brew, and Gingerbread Loaf won't be returning to cafes for 2024. We're especially sad to see the Toasted White Chocolate Mocha not included, though the official menu lineup has yet to be released!

When is Starbucks Red Cup Day 2024?

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Though there's no official word out about Red Cup Day for 2024, our best guess – based on the Red Cup Days of years past – is it'll return mid-November. In 2023, Red Cup Day fell on November 16. In 2022, the coffee chain held the event on November 17. Both dates landed on the third Thursday of November, so we predict it to hit on November 21 for 2024. Red Cup Day is when Starbucks customers can get a free reusable red cup when they order a seasonal drink off the holiday menu.

Drinks On The Starbucks Holiday Menu 2024

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NEW! Cran-Merry Orange Refresher

The Starbucks holiday menu leak reported that this brand-new Refresher is packed with sweet orange, tart cranberry and warm spice. It also has cranberry inclusions and is order-able mixed with water, lemonade or coconut milk.

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Iced Gingerbread Oatmilk Chai

Chai is a totally underrated holiday flavor in our opinion. This iced drink is crafted with warm chai spices and creamy oat milk, then gets topped with even more frothed oat milk infused with gingerbread-flavored syrup and a sprinkling of spice.

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Peppermint Mocha

You know it, and you love it! The Peppermint Mocha has hit Starbucks menus year after year, making it a total statement sip for the holiday season. This drink (available hot or iced) combines peppermint syrup, mocha sauce, and your milk of choice with espresso for a festive feel. It's traditionally topped with whipped cream and tasty chocolate curls.

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Peppermint White Chocolate Mocha

Similar to the classic Peppermint Mocha, this bev swaps chocolate for white chocolate sauce.

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Caramel Brûlée Latte

This rumored Starbucks holiday menu drink is very rich. The sweet caramel brûlée sauce totally completes the sip, along with plenty of whipped cream and crunchy lil' brûlée bits for textural variety.

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Sugar Cookie Almondmilk Latte

Literally like a sugar cookie in liquid form, this super-sweet latte is handcrafted with blonde espresso (it's sweeter and lighter than Starbucks' traditional espresso shots), sugar cookie syrup, and almond milk for a little bit of a lighter effect. It's finished off with red and green sprinkles to up the seasonal vibes even more!

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Chestnut Praline Latte

This nutty latte – rumored to return for 2024 – brings on notes of chestnut and praline, which is a nice, flavorful departure from the very expected peppermint you'll see everywhere come holiday time.

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Salted Pecan Crunch Cold Brew

Initially introduced for fall 2024, it appears as though the Salted Pecan Crunch Cold Brew will stay on the Starbucks menu well into winter. The salted, pecan-flavored cold foam offers that classic sweet n' salty twist you'd enjoy on fall snacks like trail mix or dipped pretzels. The best part is you can now also order the cold foam in non-dairy form!

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Holiday Cold Foams

Per the menu leak, Starbs will be bringing back four beloved holiday-flavored cold foamsand two new options for 2024. They're the perfect drink customization to add to your iced coffees and cold brews if you don't want to order an all-out holiday drink. See all the predicted flavors below:

  • NEW! Gingerbread
  • NEW! Salted Pecan
  • Peppermint Chocolate
  • Sugar Cookie
  • Chestnut Praline
  • Caramel Brûlée

Snacks On The Starbucks Holiday Menu 2024

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NEW! Dark Toffee Bundt

Per the menu leak, this sweet toffee-flavored bundt will be topped with holly- and berry-shaped sprinkles. How perfect for the holiday season!

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NEW! Turkey Sage Danish

This savory snack reportedly includes "turkey sausage with creamy béchamel sauce in a pastry." It sounds like Thanksgiving in a single treat, and we can't wait to try it!

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NEW! Penguin Cookie

This cutie sugar cookie is decorated like a lil' penguin bundled up for the cold.

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Snowman Cake Pop

Starbucks' classic vanilla cake pop gets a wintry twist with an adorable snowman face – this sweet really makes us crave the holiday season!

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Sugar Plum Cheese Danish

This cream cheese-filled danish is topped with a slightly-spiced sugar plum jam. It's been one of our go-to's over the past few holiday seasons at Starbucks!

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Cranberry Bliss Bar

The Cranberry Bliss Bar has become an absolute staple on the Starbucks holiday menu, and for good reason! This blondie treat is smothered in a delicious cream cheese frosting and sprinkled with orange zest and dried cranberries for added seasonal enjoyment.

What People Are Saying About The Leaked Starbucks Holiday Menu

Though most commenters on @markie_devo's Starbucks holiday menu leak post seemed to be excited for the upcoming rumored menu items, some Starbs fans noticed a few things missing from the leaked lineup.

"Still missing eggnog 😢," someone noted.

"Where is the toasted white chocolate mocha 😢😢😢😢," another questioned.

"ALLLLLL these cold foams, and not the one people want: Irish Cream," one more commenter said.

"Ugh still no gingerbread loaf 😭," a disappointed user wrote. "Everything else looks bomb though!"

Despite the Eggnog Latte, Toasted White Chocolate Mocha, Irish Cream Cold Brew, and Gingerbread loaf not being part of this year's menu predictions, the holiday season is our favorite time of year at Starbucks. Many more users shared the same sentiment:

"So excited for all chestnut praline shaken espressos & cranberry bliss bars 🎄🎄🎄🎄," someone wrote.

"Oh hell yess all the chestnut praline offerings," another rejoiced.

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