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11 Refreshing Foods to Cool You Off This Summer

We’re finally experiencing full-on spring weather, but the sticky summer months are just a few weeks away. Do yourself a favor and whip up some good eats that will keep you feeling (and looking) cool.

1. Cold Brewed Iced Coffee

Hot coffee on a 90 degree day? Umm, no thanks.

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Photo by Katherine Baker

2. No-Churn Ice Cream

Impress your friends by bringing this to your next party. Everyone will think you spent hours working on it, when it only takes 15 minutes to whip up (no pun intended).

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Photo by Vedika Luthra

3. Berry-Topped Meringue

It’s light, it’s fluffy it’s oh-so-delicious.

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Photo by Caitlin Wolper

4. Smoothies

Refreshing and healthy for you, these four smoothies are a win-win situation really.

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Photo by Rachel Piorko

5. Late-Summer Mexican Corn Salad

Leafy greens are so 2014. Amp up your salad game with this delicious mexican corn salad instead.

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Photo by Wallis Linker

6. Homemade Hummus

Whether you’re spreading it on carrots, chips, sandwiches or eating it with a spoon, hummus is forever the perfect summer dip.

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Photo by Paige Twombly

7. Malibu Rum Cupcakes

These cupcakes are another crowd pleaser, and with the pineapple garnish and mini-umbrellas, who could resist eating one of these little guys?

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Photo by Jessica Lee

8. Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Pops

My inner child is screaming for joy.

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Photo by Hannah Lin

9. Gazpacho Soup

Cold soup. ‘Nuff said.

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Photo by Piril Dobrucali

10. Sangria Slushies

The perfect addition to any summer pool party.

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Photo by Kelly Logan

11. Healthy DIY Wendy’s Frosty

Bonus points to this tasty treat for letting you indulge while keeping your body swimsuit-ready.

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11 FOODS TO COOL YOU OFF THIS SUMMER

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Claire is an editor at SpoonHQ. She's a self-proclaimed ice cream addict and loves spending her free time in the kitchen. When not doing that, she's busy writing articles for her travel and lifestyle blog, Tall Girl Big World (tallgirlbigworld.com). Claire also loves hanging out with her awesome roommate and going for walks.