Yesterday afternoon, the TCU Horned Frogs defeated the University of Texas Longhorns 31-9. Although we’ve had some rough patches this season, I knew our boys would come out on top for this game. And with victory, comes celebration. In order to celebrate this win over one of our biggest rivals, use these purple food recipes to show how much you bleed purple.
1. Lavender Herb Butter
This Lavender Herb Butter is the perfect spread that’ll add a flowery hint to any of your carb cravings.
2. Blackberry Coconut Macaroons
Any sweet victory needs to end with some sweets. These Blackberry Coconut Macaroons will surely hit the spot.
3. Creamy Blueberry Avocado Smoothie
Smoothies are great because you can pigment them as much as you want. Add a ton of blueberries into this Creamy Blueberry Avocado Smoothie to create the perfect TCU purple food.
4. PB&J Pancakes
You can just scratch the peanut butter out of this PB&J Pancake recipe. Purple jam out beats orange peanut butter any day.
5. Raspberry Brie Pie Pops
In need of a snack on the run? These Raspberry Brie Pie Pops are perfect for walking around the Commons or the Amon G. Carter Stadium on TCU’s campus.
6. Slushy Sangria
It’s not a party without some booze. Make this Slushy Sangria with friends when you’re talking over each winning play of the game.
7. Blueberry Blackberry Jam
Jam is perfect for everything and it pretty much last forever. Make this Blueberry Blackberry Jam once and you’ll probably be set for the next 5 years of TCU victories.
8. Açaí Bowl
Açaí bowls may be one of the only things that are just as satisfactory as winning. As easy as they can be to buy, try making this purple food on your own.
9. Lavender Lemon Cookies
The next time you are celebrating with your TCU friends, whip up a batch of these Lavender Lemon Cookies. You’ll be the fan favorite for sure.
10. Whole Wheat Berry Muffins
Of course the TCU athletes have to make sure they follow a healthy diet for optimal performance. Follow in their footsteps by baking some of these Whole Wheat Berry Muffins.
11. Blueberry Crisp
This Blueberry Crisp recipe is perfect if you are not the best baker. All it requires is some simple ingredients, mixing, and layering. After that you’re good to go.
12. Purple Tacos
It’s not Texas without tacos and it’s not TCU without being purple. Add a little TCU twist by switching out the tortilla for purple cabbage to create purple tacos. The best thing about this is that this purple food has a natural color.
13. Cherry Berry Pie
The mixture of berries in this Cherry Berry Pie runs together to make a TCU-worthy purple. This grandma-approved dessert goes great with those post-win feels.
14. Shrub
Another drink to cheers with, this blackberry rum and vinegar cocktail is what you should use to celebrating the game before the weather gets too cold.
15. Blueberry Crumb Bars
Thank God that blueberries actually are purple because these Blueberry Crumb Bars make the perfect TCU-approved treat.
16. Rugelach Cookies
Calling all of my TCU pastry chefs, if you are in for the challenge make these Rugelach Cookies and fill them with your favorite berry jam—shout out to the Blueberry Blackberry Jam above.
17. Berry Parfait
If you’re not really feeling the kitchen too much, you can make this easy Berry Parfait by laying some granola, blueberries, and yogurt.
18. Lavender Lemonade
This Lavender Lemonade might just be as refreshing as the win against University of Texas.
19. Blackberry Grilled Cheese
There’s grilled cheese, then there’s blackberry grilled cheese. Never settle for anything less than extraordinary by making this recipe to indulge in.
20. Almond Rainbow Cookies
Sure, you may have to sacrifice adding some blue and red to complete these Almond Rainbow Cookies, but at least there is no orange.
21. Homemade Blueberry Pop Tarts
Why buy at the store when you can make it homemade? Try out this Homemade Blueberry Pop Tarts if you’re ready to taste the real thing.
22. Razzmatazz Cheesecake Swirl Brownies
If you just happen to have some Raspberry liqueur laying around, you should consider using it to make some Razzmatazz Cheesecake Swirl Brownies. If you don’t have some around, the store is right around the corner, you know.
23. Blueberry and Sprite Pancakes
This Blueberry and Sprite Pancake recipe is perfect if you are all about experimenting in the kitchen. Try it out on your TCU friends to see if they can actually tell that they are made with Sprite.
24. Purple Sweet Potato Pie
If you are not hypnotized by the color of this Purple Sweet Potato Pie, I am not too sure how much of a TCU fan you are.
25. Blueberry and Meyer Lemon Scones
If you are sick and tired of your same old morning routine, try mixing up some Blueberry and Meyer Lemon Scones. It may take some more time, but they are definitely worth it.
26. Purple Sweet Potato Fries
If you are more of a savory person, try baking some of these Purple Sweet Potato Fries. Not only do they taste good, they are also a better alternative to French fries.
27. Blueberry Cake
It’s not a true celebration without blueberry cake. If you’re still feeling the purple, make some purple frosting to top it off—just add some purple food coloring to this frosting recipe.
28. Modern Eskimo Ice Cream
This Modern Eskimo Ice Cream is a must if TCU get’s snow this winter. Although it’s little different, this ice cream may make you rethink why you will pay $5 for a pint of ice cream at the store.
29. Blackberry Lime Cupcakes
Sweet goodness, these Blackberry Lime Cupcakes are to die for. It’s literally oozing with purple goodness.
30. Purple Yam Sweet Buns
From the outside, they look like ordinary sweet buns. With one bite, these Purple Yam Sweet Buns turn into something entirely different. Tell your guests about it, or don’t.
31. Berry Oatmeal
Why go for boring old oatmeal when you can go for TCU purple oatmeal. It’s all about throwing in some berries, but if you need a recipe, here you go.
Don’t worry if there are too many purple recipes you want to try. TCU’s next game is Saturday, December 3 at 11 am against Kansas State. It’s a home game, so you can make many batches of different foods for your last tailgate of the season.
I’m so proud of the Frogs for pulling out such a great win, I’m just really glad we didn’t have too much higher of a score.