The countdown to home for the holidays has begun! Whether you’re traveling from the north, south, east, or west, Braum’s is the perfect stop along the way. In fact, many work Braum’s into their holiday traditions, making us their last stop out of town, or their first stop upon their return.

Amy Winn Cowdrey is one of those people with a heartwarming holiday tradition centered around a frosty treat. 

“We usually try to get some hot chocolate ice cream to take home with us but we won’t have room this year, so we are planning on stocking up my mom’s fridge full of it to enjoy the week while we’re there!!!” she offered up on our Facebook page. “We love Braum’s and our wedding officiant even mentioned in our wedding that some of our favorite memories included ‘giving a significant amount of our business to Braum’s!’”

Kristine Bramwell has fond holiday memories as well.

“When we used to travel from Tulsa to Kansas City, we would stop on the way home to Tulsa to grab some ice cream for our freezer. … Those were the good ol’ days,” Bramwell chimed in on Facebook.

And it won’t be long before Betty Ann Darrell Harp has a Braum’s tradition of her own.

“I’m sure it will be a tradition, as soon as we get moved to Oklahoma,” she wrote on Facebook.

Whether you have a longstanding tradition, or you plan to start one this year, you can use our location map to find the nearest Braum’s to make you feel right at home.  

If you’re looking to fold some more memories into your on-the-road holiday traditions, keep reading for our suggestions on the best games to play while traveling for the holidays.

Road Trip Games

No need to be bored while driving miles; we’ve listed a few games below to not only keep you awake but get you in the holiday spirit. 

The A,B,C game. 

How to play: Starting with the driver and go around in alphabetical order naming a holiday item. This could be a song, decoration, or even a gift. For example: If the driver says “artificial tree,” the first passenger can call out “blizzard,” and the second passenger might chime in “cookies,” and so on. There are endless categories, so have fun and be creative! 

Holiday Tunes 21 Questions 

How to play: One person thinks of a holiday song, then everyone else begins to ask questions to figure out the song but can only receive yes or no answers. For instance, let’s say the song is “Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree.” Questions could be “Does this song include something green?” or “Is this song sung by John Legend?” (The answers would be yes and no.) 

Tune Train

How to play: The game starter sings a line of a holiday song. Just one line. The next person must use the last word of that song to sing a line from a different song. This one can be tricky. Here’s an example: The first player might say “Have yourself a merry little Christmas.” The second person might say “Christmas time is here.” And the third person: “Here comes Santa Claus.” 

Have other games you love to play on road trips? Share them with us on social media and while you’re traveling, and make sure to take some selfies with your treats from Braum’s. A pic with ice cream makes for the perfect Instagram photo. Tag us on Instagram or Twitter and they may even be shared with our followers. We’ve even listed some clever captions below. 

Social Media Captions 

Ice Ice Cream Baby
All is Calm, All is Braum’s
Feelin’ Frosty
Snow More Hunger
There’s Snow Place Like Home
Green Eggnog and Ham
Let Me Take An Elfie
Totally Sleighed It
Craving Ice Cream? Look Snow Further
Forget the Figgy Pudding, I Want Ice Cream!
All I Want for Christmas Is Braum’s
’Tis the Season for Stretch Pants

After playing all these games, you’ll probably get a little hungry. Make sure to stop by Braum’s for lunch or dinner and pick up some goodies from our Fresh Market store while you’re there. From peanuts to party mix, we’ve got your road trip snacks covered. Don’t forget the ice cream while you’re there!  

From our family to yours, enjoy your travels and happy holidays! 

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Why does Braum’s milk taste the best?

• We grow our own feed, making sure our cows eat only the best ingredients.
• Our unique, vacuum processing system gives our low-fat milks up to 50% more natural calcium, protein and essential nutrients. That’s why Braum’s milk is the richest and creamiest.
• No added sugars! Our milk only contains naturally occurring sugar (lactose).
• From the farm to the store in less than 36 hours, it’s no wonder Braum’s milk is your favorite milk.

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We are excited to announce that Braum’s has partnered with An Affair of the Heart 2019! We will be a part of all six shows scheduled this year across Oklahoma City, Tulsa and Springfield, MO.

Braum’s customers can save Braum’s Fresh Market receipts from any Braum’s location in Oklahoma, Texas, Kansas, Missouri and northwest Arkansas. Receipts totaling $25 or more can be turned in for one free ticket to An Affair of the Heart.

To receive your FREE ticket to the Braum’s An Affair of the Heart, please send:

• Braum’s Fresh Market receipt(s) (single or multiple receipts combined) totaling $25 (twenty-five dollars). For each $25 receipt total, you will receive 1 (one) ticket.
• Braum’s Fresh Market receipt(s) must be dated on or after January 1, 2019.
• Please circle eligible total on each receipt for $25 total purchase.
• A self-addressed, stamped envelope to receive your ticket(s).

Send to: Braum’s Free Ticket Promotion, P.O. Box 54542, Oklahoma City, OK 73154

INFORMATION: All receipts must be dated on or after January 1, 2019. Redemption requests should be mailed no later than one week prior to the event to insure return ticket is received by the start of the event, February 8, 9 & 10, 2019, at the OKC Fairgrounds. Although every effort will be made to return tickets right up to the date of the show, please allow reasonable time for delivery. Maximum four (4) redemptions per household, family, or address. No post office boxes. Open to Oklahoma, Texas, Arkansas, Missouri and Kansas Residents only. Braum’s, AWG, their vendors or suppliers, and An Affair of the Heart assume no responsibility for lost, damaged, misdirected, incomplete or non-legible redemptions and/or redemptions received after one week prior to the event. All redemption requests must include a self-addressed, STAMPED envelope for ticket(s) to be returned. Participating products: Braum’s Fresh Market grocery items including Braum’s Milk (all varieties), Braum’s Ice Cream (3-pints and novelties), Braum’s Dairy Products including Butter, Cottage Cheese, Sour Cream, and other Braum’s Dairy related products, Braum’s Juices, Braum’s Breads (all varieties), Braum’s Meats, other Braum’s Frozen Products, Braum’s Fresh Market Produce, and all other Braum’s Fresh market Products including related grocery items not under the Braum’s label but purchased in Braum’s Fresh Market are all included in the Free Braum’s An Affair of the Heart Ticket Promotion.

Braum’s Restaurant and Fast Food Menu items are not included in this promotion.
Braum’s Drive-thru items are not included in this promotion.

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The Big Game is right around the corner and we’ve got you covered. From delicious mini sandwiches to hot and steamy chicken dip, your taste-buds will be cheering as loud as the fans.  Blow your guests away with our top-scoring tailgate snacks below. Head over to your local Braum’s Fresh Market to get all the ingredients (might as well pick up your favorite ice cream scoop while you are there). Next, grab your apron, game-face, spirit and get to cooking!

Sandwich lovers rejoice, this first dish creates flavors that will have you rooting on both teams!

Tailgate Sandwiches

2 packages Braum’s dinner rolls, cut in half*
1 container Braum’s cream cheese*
2 teaspoons fresh chives, chopped
1 package Braum’s sliced ham sandwich meat*
1 package Braum’s shredded cheddar cheese*
1 stick Braum’s unsalted butter, melted*
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
2 teaspoons onion, freshly grated*
1 teaspoon jarred minced garlic*

Place the bottom halves of the rolls in a 9×13 pan. In a small bowl, combine the cream cheese and chives. Mix until well combined and set aside. Place equal amounts of ham on each roll bottom. Top with shredded cheddar cheese. Spread a generous amount of the cream cheese and chive mixture on the roll tops. Place on top of the ham and cheese.

Mix together the butter, Worcestershire sauce, grated onion and minced garlic. Pour over sandwiches and let sit for at least 20 minutes. You can make these ahead of time and allow them to sit in the refrigerator overnight. Place sandwiches, covered in foil, into a preheated 350 degree oven. Bake for 20 minutes or until cheese is melted.

Next up on the lineup is a gluten-free sweet treat!

Gluten Free Donut Bread Pudding

2 packages gluten free cinnamon sugar donuts, cut into chunks*
4 eggs*
1 pint Braum’s half and half*
1/3 cup sugar*
1 tablespoon vanilla*
Braum’s Hot Caramel topping*

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Spray an 8-inch casserole pan with non-stick cooking spray. Place donut pieces in the baking dish. In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the eggs, half and half, sugar and vanilla. Pour the egg mixture over the donut pieces. Allow to sit for 15 minutes. Place into hot oven and bake for 40-45 minutes. Remove from oven and drizzle with caramel topping.

Winner, winner, chicken dip dinner. The flavor in this dish is sure to please and it’s one of the easiest to make!

Spicy Kick Off Chicken Dip

1 – 8 0z. container of cream cheese*
1 cup Blue Cheese Dressing*
1/2 cup blue cheese crumbles*
1 cup Braum’s Mexican Blend shredded cheese*
1/2 cup hot pepper sauce
2 cups fajita chicken strips (chopped)*
1 cup Colby Jack cheese (grated)*
Assorted chips and crackers*
Assorted raw vegetables*

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Coat a 9×9 baking dish with nonstick cooking spray. In a bowl, combine the cream cheese, blue cheese dressing and crumbles, Mexican Blend cheese, hot pepper sauce, and chopped chicken. Stir well until all ingredients are combined. Pour the chicken mixture into the prepared dish. Sprinkle with Colby Jack cheese and bake for 30 minutes or until bubbly. Serve with chips, crackers, and vegetables.

Now that you’ve wrapped up the cooking, sit back, relax, and enjoy the game (or commercials). Don’t forget to stop by Braum’s for a celebratory dessert after all is said and done, or grab a few containers of Braum’s ice cream for a celebratory treat.

Check out more sweet ideas for dessert on our recipes page.

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Just when you thought our homemade biscuit topped with our mouth watering gravy couldn’t get better – this month, our Single Biscuit & Gravy is only $1.79.

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Start the New Year off right with our 10-day  Meal Plan. These healthy items are available at our Market Fresh store for everyone to enjoy!

The recipes are listed below but for now, print out this guide to keep yourself on track:

Day 1:

Breakfast:

Braum’s Fruit & Yogurt Swirl

Lunch:

Pinwheels and baby carrots with hummus

INGREDIENTS
2 Large Tortillas from Braum’s
12 Slices Deli Turkey
6 Strips Thick Cut Bacon – Cooked Crisp
4 oz. Roasted Red Peppers
2 oz. Cream Cheese – Softened
2 Tbs. Ranch Dressing
1 Medium Avocado – Peeled, Pitted and Sliced
DIRECTIONS

Combine cream cheese and ranch dressing and divide equally between the two tortillas.  Spread evenly, covering one whole side of each tortilla.
Top each tortilla with half of the turkey, bacon, roasted red peppers, and avocado slices.
Roll up tightly, being careful not to squeeze the toppings out of the sides.
Wrap tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes or until the wraps are firm enough to slice.

Prep Time – 10 Minutes
Cook Time – 10 Minutes

Makes Servings: 4

Per Serving:
Calories – 278
Protein – 11.5 g
Carbs – 6.5 net g
Fat – 21 g

Dinner:
INGREDIENTS
2 sweet potatoes
2 cups of broccoli
2 to 3 medium sized chicken breasts
3 tablespoons olive oil
salt and pepper

INSTRUCTIONS
Cut the broccoli into bite-size pieces and spread them on half of the baking sheet. Cut the chicken into bite size pieces and season with whatever seasoning you wish. Drizzle the broccoli and chicken with olive oil.
On another pan, place the cubed sweet potatoes and drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with salt.
Bake at 425 for 12 to 15 minutes and take out the chicken and broccoli. Leave the sweet potatoes in for another 15 minutes

Day 2:

Breakfast:
Braum’s Egg whites with Turkey bacon

Lunch:

Greek Pasta Salad  With Grilled Chicken Breast

Dinner:

• 5 oz Filet with Garlic Splat Potatoes

INGREDIENTS:
2 (6 oz) beef tenderloin filet mignon steaks, trimmed of fat
olive oil cooking spray (I used my mister)
kosher salt and fresh cracked pepper

DIRECTIONS:

Let the steaks rest on the counter to come up to room temperature at least 30 minutes before ready to cook
Preheat the oven to 400°F.
Spray the steak lightly all over with olive oil, then season both side generously with kosher salt and black pepper.
When the oven is ready, heat the skillet over high heat until the pan is very hot.
When hot, add the steaks and cook, without moving for 2 1/2 minutes. Turn over and cook an additional 2 to 2-1/2 minutes.
Sear the sides of the steaks for about 1 minute so it’s browned all over.
Place the steaks in the oven for about 4 to 5 minutes, then check them with the meat thermometer inserted into the side of the steak.
Remove when the steaks read 125° F for Medium Rare or 130° F for medium.
Let them rest 5 to 10 minutes before serving (meat temperature will rise 5 to 10 degrees after it is removed from the oven).

With Garlic Splat Potatoes. 

Day 3:

Breakfast:

• Braum’s Green Chile Breakfast Burritos

Lunch:

• Cranberry Spinach Salad

Dinner:

• Grilled Chicken

INGREDIENTS:
1 (3 lb) chicken, washed and dried, fat removed
1/2 onion, chopped in large chunks
2 cloves garlic, smashed
1 lemon, halved
3 sprigs fresh rosemary
1 tbsp dried herbes de Provence (or dried rosemary)
kosher salt and fresh pepper

DIRECTIONS:

Heat oven to 425F.
Season chicken inside and out with salt, pepper, and herbs de Provence.
Squeeze half of the lemon on the outside of the chicken and stuff the remains of the lemon along with onion, garlic, rosemary sprigs inside the chicken. Transfer to a sheet pan, and tie the chicken by taking kitchen twine and plumping up the breast, then coming around with the string to lasso the legs and tie them together. Don’t forget to tuck the wing tips under themselves so they don’t burn.
Roast the chicken with the feet towards the back of the oven, until the juices run clear, and internal temperature is 160°F, about 50-60 minutes (Insert thermometer between the thickest part of the leg and the thigh).
Let the bird rest for 10 minutes, tenting with foil before carving.
Serve chicken, either one breast, or one thigh/drumstick, skin is optional.
Nutritional values will be vary depending on which part of the chicken is consumed, skin on or skin off.

• Zipp Roasted Cauliflower

Day 4:

Breakfast

• Skinny Spinach Ricotta Quiche Cups

INGREDIENTS:
refrigerated Dough for 1 (9-inch) pie crust
7 large eggs, beaten
2 cups chopped fresh baby spinach (1 1/2 ounces)
2/3 cup skim milk
6 tablespoons grated parmesan
3 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 cup part skim ricotta
1/3 cup part skim shredded mozzarella
3/4 cups halved grape or cherry tomatoes

DIRECTIONS:

Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
Roll the dough out on a well-floured work surface until it’s approximately 11 to 12-inches in diameter.
Transfer it to a 9-inch metal or glass pie dish. Using your fingers, press it firmly into the bottom and sides of the pie plate. Trim off any excess, leaving about 1/2-inch overhanging. Then fold/crimp the overhanging dough.
Prick the bottom of the pie crust with the tines of a fork. Transfer the pie crust to your pre-heated oven and bake for 10 to 15 minutes, until par-baked.
Meanwhile in a large mixing bowl combine eggs with spinach, milk, 2 tablespoons parmesan cheese, basil and salt; mix well.
Pour mixture into the par-baked pie crust.
In a small bowl combine ricotta with mozzarella and remaining parmesan.
Dollop the ricotta all around and top and place tomatoes around the cheese.
Place foil on the edges of the crust to prevent them from burning.
Place quiche on cookie sheet and bake on the middle oven rack for 50 to 55 minutes, or until top is browned and a knife inserted in center comes out clean.
Let cool before serving.

Lunch: Chicken Club Lettuce Wrap

INGREDIENTS:
1 head iceberg lettuce, cored and outer leaves removed
1 tablespoon mayo (I love Sir Kensington) (check labels for W30)
3 ounces (about 6 slices) organic chicken or turkey breast
2 strips center cut bacon, cooked and cut in half (check labels for W30)
2 thin slices tomato
1 piece of parchment paper, about 14″ x 14″

DIRECTIONS:

Place the parchment paper down on your work surface.
Layer 6 to 7 large leaves of lettuce in the middle of parchment paper so that you create a lettuce base about 9 inches by 10 inches.
Spread the mayo in the center of the lettuce wrap.
Layer with the chicken or turkey, bacon and tomato.
Starting with the end closest to you, roll the lettuce wraps jelly roll style using the parchment as your base as tight as possible.
Halfway through rolling, tuck the ends of the wraps towards the middle.
Continue to roll the lettuce wrap, keeping it as tight as possible and using the parchment paper to guide you.
When it is completely wrapped, roll the remainder of the parchment around the lettuce tightly.
Using a serrated knife, cut the lettuce wrap almost completely, leaving a small piece of the parchment intact to help hold it together.

Breakfast Tostadas

HONEY BALSAMIC GRILLED CHICKEN AND VEGETABLES

INGREDIENTS:
1 1/2 lbs boneless, skinless thin sliced chicken cutlets
3 tbsp pesto (or store bought)
1 clove crushed garlic
1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
juice from 1/2 lime
2 tbsp olive oil
3 tbsp balsamic vinegar
1 tbsp raw honey
kosher salt
1 lb asparagus (1 bunch), tough ends removed
2 medium zucchini, sliced 1/4-inch thick
1 red bell pepper, seeded and sliced into strips
olive oil cooking spray

Grilled Chicken Tacos with Lettuce
DIRECTIONS:

Marinate chicken with pesto, garlic, red pepper flakes, lime juice and 1/2 teaspoon salt at least 1 hour, or overnight for best results.
Mix oil, balsamic vinegar, honey and 1/4 tsp salt in a small bowl.
Heat a grill over medium-high, be sure grates are clean and well oiled to prevent sticking.
Put veggies on 1 large grill tray or 2 smaller trays (or cook in batches), spray with olive oil, season with salt and pepper and cook, turning constantly until the edges are browned, about 6 to 8 minutes. Set aside on a dish.
Cook the chicken about 4 to 5 minutes on each side, until grill marks appear and the chicken is cooked though, transfer to a platter, too with the veggies and pour the balsamic dressing over everything.

Grilled Chicken Tacos

INGREDIENTS:
For the chicken:

14 oz (4 thin sliced) boneless chicken breast cutlets
1 1/4 tsp seasoned salt (I used Lawry’s Fire Roasted Chili & Garlic)
1 tsp olive oil
1 tsp lime juice
For the taco:

2 1/2 cups (4 oz) shredded romaine lettuce
1/2 cup (1 medium) vine ripe tomato, chopped
1/4 loose cup chopped cilantro
1/4 cup thin sliced red onion1 tsp olive oil
2 tsp lime juice
1/4 tsp kosher salt
pinch fresh black pepper
8 corn tortillas
4 tbsp crumbled feta cheese
1 sliced (5 oz) avocado
4 lime wedges, for serving

DIRECTIONS:

Season chicken with seasoned salt, olive oil and lime juice and marinate for at least an hour.
Heat an outdoor grill or indoor grill pan on medium-high heat.
Oil the grates and grill about 2 minutes. Turn and cook an additional 1 minute, or until cooked through. Set aside on a cutting board and slice into thin strips.
While the chicken is cooking, in a large work bowl mix the lettuce, tomato, cilantro, onions, olive oil, lime juice, salt and pepper. Set aside.
On the grill heat tortillas, turning till they slightly char, about 1 1/2 minutes on each side.
Design your taco. Add chicken, lettuce, avocado and top with feta cheese serve with lime wedges.

French Bread Pizza Caprese

INGREDIENTS:
8 oz whole wheat French bread baguette
4 oz fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced thin
2 medium tomatoes, sliced thin
1 tbsp balsamic glaze
1 tbsp fresh basil, chopped

DIRECTIONS:

Cut the bread in half lengthwise, then cut each half crosswise in 2 pieces to give you 4 pieces total. Tear the cheese into pieces and place on top of the bread.

Place under the broiler or toaster oven until the cheese melts, about 2 to 3 minutes.
Remove from oven, top with tomatoes, drizzle with balsamic and finish with fresh basil.

5 oz Filet
INGREDIENTS:
2 (6 oz) beef tenderloin filet mignon steaks, trimmed of fat
olive oil cooking spray (I used my mister)
kosher salt and fresh cracked pepper
DIRECTIONS:

Let the steaks rest on the counter to come up to room temperature at least 30 minutes before ready to cook
Preheat the oven to 400°F.
Spray the steak lightly all over with olive oil, then season both side generously with kosher salt and black pepper.
When the oven is ready, heat the skillet over high heat until the pan is very hot.
When hot, add the steaks and cook, without moving for 2 1/2 minutes. Turn over and cook an additional 2 to 2-1/2 minutes.
Sear the sides of the steaks for about 1 minute so it’s browned all over.
Place the steaks in the oven for about 4 to 5 minutes, then check them with the meat thermometer inserted into the side of the steak.
Remove when the steaks read 125° F for Medium Rare, or 130° F for medium.
Let them rest 5 to 10 minutes before serving (meat temperature will rise 5 to 10 degrees after it is removed from the oven).

With Garlic Splat Potatoes

Day 7

Breakfast:

Greek Yogurt French Toast

4 slices bread

2 eggs

1/2 cup unsweetened Greek yogurt

1 tsp. cinnamon

couple drops of liquid vanilla stevia

1 tsp. Vanilla

1 tbs. butter

Combine eggs, yogurt, cinnamon, stevia and vanilla in a shallow dish. Stir well with a fork or whisk.

Place griddle over medium-low heat and add butter. Once the butter had melted, dunk bread in egg mixture, allowing excess to drip off.

Cook bread on skillet, flipping once to ensure each side gets golden brown. Serve with topping of choice (I went with a little pure maple syrup… an additional dollop of yogurt would be tasty as well!)

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Halloween will be here before we know it.

You’ll be doing a few costume changes between trick-or-treating, classroom parties, and neighborhood celebrations. While it’s tempting to bring along fun-sized candy to share at each gathering, a refreshing recipe is sure to please your guests.

If you fear coming up with terrifying treats, these easy recipes will make your fright disappear. Better yet, each ingredient can be found at your local Fresh Market!

Mummy Hot Dogs

We won’t keep this recipe under wraps. Your kids will devour these delicious mummies.

Ingredients

• 8-count package of Braum’s hot dogs
• 1 can Braum’s crescent rolls
• 1 egg
• Mustard for serving
• Ketchup for serving
• Pickle relish for serving

Directions

1. Open the pack of crescent rolls and divide the dough along the outlined ridges. With a pizza cutter, cut the triangles into strips.
2. Take one strip and wrap it around a hot dog. Leave a small exposed space on one end of the hot dog. Place onto a cooking spray-covered baking sheet. Repeat with the other hot dogs.
3. Crack one egg and beat in a small bowl. Brush each mummy with beaten egg wash.
4. Bake the hot dogs at 350 degrees for 15 minutes or until the mummies become a golden brown. Allow to cool for several minutes. With a tooth pick, dot two eyes on the mummies using ketchup or mustard. Serve with additional mustard, ketchup, and relish.

Candied Apple Dip

Let’s face it. A whole caramel apple is a feat to eat.  This dip turns the Halloween staple into a convenient snack.

Ingredients

• 8-ounces softened Braum’s Cream Cheese
• 2 Tablespoons caramel topping
• ¼ cup peanuts (chopped)
• Apple slices for serving

Directions

1. In a medium mixing bowl, combine cream cheese and caramel topping until well mixed.
2. Stir in chopped peanuts.
3. Place mixture into serving dish and serve with apple slices.

Jack-o’-lantern Quesadillas

Few dinners are more kid pleasing than quesadillas. These Jack-o’-lantern quesadillas can be silly or scary–get creative with your design!

Ingredients

• 1 package Braum’s Shredded Mexican Cheese
• 1 package large flour tortillas
• Salsa for serving
• Braum’s Sour Cream for serving
• 1 package Wholly Guacamole® for serving

Directions

1. On a greased baking sheet, lay out two large tortillas. Spread shredded Mexican cheese on each one.
2. On a cutting board, use  a sharp knife to cut Jack-o’-lantern faces into two tortillas. For the eyes, cut out two equally sized triangles on one half of the tortilla. To make the mouth, cut out a half circle with a tooth or two jutting out.
3. Bake the Jack-o’-lanterns at 375 degrees for five to seven minutes or until they are golden brown. Cut into quarters and serve.

Ghoulish Green Punch

There’s no toil or trouble in this punch bowl–only delicious, fizzy bubbles.

Ingredients

• 1 liter lime soda
• 3-pint container of Braum’s Lime Sherbet

Directions

1. In a punch bowl, pour one liter of lime soda.
2. Add the sherbet scoop by scoop into the soda. Set out a ladle and cups to allow guests to serve themselves.

Vampire-Proof Garlic Knots

These are garlic knots are full-proof easy and delicious.

Ingredients

• 1 can Braum’s Crescent Rolls
• 7 Tablespoons melted Braum’s butter
• 1 Tablespoon minced garlic (fresh or jarred)
• 1 container Braum’s grated Parmesan Cheese

Directions

1. Melt five tablespoons of butter. Mix in the tablespoon of minced garlic.
2. Take each triangle of dough and roll into a long rope shape. Take the rope of dough and dunk it in the butter mixture. Finally, knot the rope of dough and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Continue with each dough rope.
3. Bake about 13 to 15 minutes. After removing the knots from the oven, coat the rolls with the remaining two tablespoons of butter. Sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese and serve.

The Braum’s Fresh Market is all about convenience. You’ll find that it’s the perfect place to grab milk, eggs, a quart or two of your favorite Braum’s ice cream flavor… or everything you need for some Halloween treats!

But don’t stop with these recipes! Pick up enough pies, cookies, and brownies to please every trick-or-treater.

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Rocky Road rocked the world of ice cream. Before imaginative mix-ins were regular features at ice cream parlors, there wasn’t much excitement on the menu. Thanks to Rocky Road, ice cream lovers were inspired to add flavors and textures to basic ice cream flavors.

Unsurprisingly, the history of Rocky Road is a little bumpy and has its share of controversy.

What is Rocky Road Ice Cream?

Rocky Road is a chocolate-based ice cream flavor mixed with chopped almonds and marshmallow pieces. While most Americans are familiar with Rocky Road ice cream, many are unaware that it was originally inspired by a brownie-like dessert also called Rocky Road.

The milk chocolate, cake-like treat can be traced back to Australia. Unsure of what to do with confectionary treats that had gone bad during shipment from Britain, savvy confectioners got creative. The soft candy confections were mixed with chocolate and locally grown nuts. The chocolate flavor covered up the spoiled flavor of the candy while nuts provided a wonderfully crunchy texture. The popular dessert spread back to Britain and eventually the United States.

According to a Mental Floss article that investigates Rocky Road’s origins, the earliest American recipe for Rocky Road is a candy cookbook published in Kansas in 1920. That version includes the rather unusual addition of honey crème whip.

Ice cream is arguably the most popular form of Rocky Road, but it’s inspired dozens of other recipes like Rocky Road brownies, cakes, dessert bars, and much more.

Who Invented Rocky Road Ice Cream?

Rocky Road ice cream has a tie to the most financially dire time in United States history. William Dreyer, of Dreyer’s Ice Cream, is thought to be the original concoctor of Rocky Road. Dreyer, who first began creating ice cream during the Great Depression, thought people could use some cheering up during this difficult time. Partnering with candy maker Joseph Edy, he debuted the first incarnation of the now famous flavor in Oakland, California in 1929.

Dreyer didn’t have state of the art equipment at his fingertips, so he used his wife’s sewing shears to cut marshmallows into small pieces. He also originally used walnuts in place of the almonds now more widely used in Rocky Road recipes.

There are contradictory claims that the recipe came from creamery owner George Fenton. Fenton’s Creamery claims that Dreyer and Edy used Fenton’s idea and served Rocky Road at their own shop. The mystery remains up for debate.

When Did Rocky Road Ice Cream Become Popular?

Rocky Road ice cream was revolutionary because it was one of the first ice cream flavors to be offered other than the three Neapolitan classics: vanilla, chocolate, and strawberry.  Shortly after its debut, the flavor spread to other ice cream shops and dairies around the nation.

Since it was the first flavor to incorporate different textures and flavors, it opened a world of possibilities for future ice cream flavors. Singer Weird Al Yankovich famously shared his love of Rocky Road with his parody song “I Love Rocky Road” in 1983.

This golden oldie is still cherished by ice cream fans and widely popular at modern-day ice cream shops.

What Does Rocky Road Taste Like?

The ice cream flavor features a base of smooth, chocolate ice cream. The soft chewiness of sweet marshmallows is contrasted with nutty, crunchy almonds to create a complex texture.

There are variations of Rocky Road ice cream. Some recipes will use marshmallow swirls or different nuts like pecans or peanuts in place of almonds, but traditionalists tend to favor the classic marshmallow pieces and almonds.

Rocky Road Ice Cream at Braum’s Dairy and Ice Cream Store

Braum’s stocks Premium Rocky Road all year long. Find it in our ice cream freezers in the Fresh Market or get a scoop (or two) to go at the counter. Our take on Rocky Road features sweet, miniature marshmallows and chopped, roasted almonds folded into chocolaty goodness. Unlike other brand’s versions, we stuff our Rocky Road Ice Cream with loads of mix-ins.

Find the (rocky) road to your neighborhood Braum’s and pick up your favorite ice cream flavors today!

Want more ice cream history? Check out our post on Butter Brickle!

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We’ve been thinking happy thoughts of Spring and fresh vegetables. So it’s no surprise that our newest creation, the Garden Bacon Sandwiches and Salad, are loaded with some of our Spring favorites.

Try our delicious Garden Bacon Salad loaded with Grape Tomatoes, Cucumbers, Red Onion, Bacon Crumbles, Tangy Feta Cheese & Ranch Dressing on top of a bed of Spinach, Romaine & Field Green Lettuces. Choose Grilled or Crispy Chicken to top off this Spring masterpiece.

Craving a hearty sandwich instead? Choose a Burger or Chicken (Grilled or Crispy) Sandwich loaded with a slice of Mozzarella Cheese, Tangy Feta Cheese, Crispy Strips of Bacon, Red Onion, Cucumbers, Tomato & Ranch Dressing on our homemade Sesame Seed Bun.

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Rocky Road rocked the world of ice cream. Before imaginative mix-ins were regular features at ice cream parlors, there wasn’t much excitement on the menu. Thanks to Rocky Road, ice cream lovers were inspired to add flavors and textures to basic ice cream flavors.

Unsurprisingly, the history of Rocky Road is a little bumpy and has its share of controversy.

What is Rocky Road Ice Cream?

Rocky Road is a chocolate-based ice cream flavor mixed with chopped almonds and marshmallow pieces. While most Americans are familiar with Rocky Road ice cream, many are unaware that it was originally inspired by a brownie-like dessert also called Rocky Road.

The milk chocolate, cake-like treat can be traced back to Australia. Unsure of what to do with confectionary treats that had gone bad during shipment from Britain, savvy confectioners got creative. The soft candy confections were mixed with chocolate and locally grown nuts. The chocolate flavor covered up the spoiled flavor of the candy while nuts provided a wonderfully crunchy texture. The popular dessert spread back to Britain and eventually the United States.

According to a Mental Floss article that investigates Rocky Road’s origins, the earliest American recipe for Rocky Road is a candy cookbook published in Kansas in 1920. That version includes the rather unusual addition of honey crème whip.

Ice cream is arguably the most popular form of Rocky Road, but it’s inspired dozens of other recipes like Rocky Road brownies, cakes, dessert bars, and much more.

Who Invented Rocky Road Ice Cream?

Rocky Road ice cream has a tie to the most financially dire time in United States history. William Dreyer, of Dreyer’s Ice Cream, is thought to be the original concoctor of Rocky Road. Dreyer, who first began creating ice cream during the Great Depression, thought people could use some cheering up during this difficult time. Partnering with candy maker Joseph Edy, he debuted the first incarnation of the now famous flavor in Oakland, California in 1929.

Dreyer didn’t have state of the art equipment at his fingertips, so he used his wife’s sewing shears to cut marshmallows into small pieces. He also originally used walnuts in place of the almonds now more widely used in Rocky Road recipes.

There are contradictory claims that the recipe came from creamery owner George Fenton. Fenton’s Creamery claims that Dreyer and Edy used Fenton’s idea and served Rocky Road at their own shop. The mystery remains up for debate.

When Did Rocky Road Ice Cream Become Popular?

Rocky Road ice cream was revolutionary because it was one of the first ice cream flavors to be offered other than the three Neapolitan classics: vanilla, chocolate, and strawberry.  Shortly after its debut, the flavor spread to other ice cream shops and dairies around the nation.

Since it was the first flavor to incorporate different textures and flavors, it opened a world of possibilities for future ice cream flavors. Singer Weird Al Yankovich famously shared his love of Rocky Road with his parody song “I Love Rocky Road” in 1983.

This golden oldie is still cherished by ice cream fans and widely popular at modern-day ice cream shops.

What Does Rocky Road Taste Like?

The ice cream flavor features a base of smooth, chocolate ice cream. The soft chewiness of sweet marshmallows is contrasted with nutty, crunchy almonds to create a complex texture.

There are variations of Rocky Road ice cream. Some recipes will use marshmallow swirls or different nuts like pecans or peanuts in place of almonds, but traditionalists tend to favor the classic marshmallow pieces and almonds.

Rocky Road Ice Cream at Braum’s Dairy and Ice Cream Store

Braum’s stocks Premium Rocky Road all year long. Find it in our ice cream freezers in the Fresh Market or get a scoop (or two) to go at the counter. Our take on Rocky Road features sweet, miniature marshmallows and chopped, roasted almonds folded into chocolaty goodness. Unlike other brand’s versions, we stuff our Rocky Road Ice Cream with loads of mix-ins.

Find the (rocky) road to your neighborhood Braum’s and pick up your favorite ice cream flavors today!

Want more ice cream history? Check out our post on Butter Brickle!

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Braum’s new Sweet Temptations Sundaes are sure to satisfy even the most decadent sweet tooth! Try all four to find your new favorite!

Our Cookie Monster Sundae starts with homemade Vanilla Bundt cakes baked fresh in Braum’s Bakery. We top them with Braum’s new Cookie Monster Ice Cream loaded with chocolate cookies and chocolate chip cookie dough! To make it even better, we layer on thick Hot Fudge, whipped cream, a cherry and sprinkles.  It’s a cookie lovers dream!

The Strawberry Blondie Sundae is made with delicious strawberry Bundt Cakes topped with our new Strawberry Blondie Ice Cream with blonde brownies and caramel ribbon. The strawberry goodness just keeps on coming with a generous helping of strawberry topping and sprinkles. It’s sure to take your love of strawberries to a whole new level.

Love oatmeal cookies? Our Oatmeal Cookie Sundae is made with Vanilla Bundt cakes topped with Oatmeal Ice cream and creamy, hot caramel and pecans. What’s NOT to love?

If you believe that there is no such thing as too much chocolate, then the Deep Raspberry Ganache Sundae is perfect for you! Chocolate Bundt cakes, thick hot fudge and our new Deep Raspberry Ganache ice cream make this sundae a chocolate paradise.

Try all four today!

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Oklahoma City, OK – March 5, 2019–Braum’s customers and employees are paying for school with a little help from Braum’s and Dr Pepper.

Braum’s is proud to congratulate and announce the winners of the Braum’s Dr Pepper Tuition Giveaway. The contest took place from September 1^st to October 31^st, 2018. This spring, winners are being presented with their prizes at their local Braum’s store.

The contest offered a chance to win one of twenty $1,000 tuition awards or a $23,000 grand prize. Braum’s employees also had the chance to win one of three employee tuition awards of $1,000. All the contestants had to do to enter was text ‘BRAUMS,’ or ‘BRAUMSTEAM’ for employees, to the designated contest number. They were able to enter once a day. The winners were selected by random drawing.

ARKANSAS WINNERS:

• $23,000 Grand Prize Winner – Makenna Bouma of Rogers, AR

• $1,000 Prize Winner – Madison Spyres of Fayetteville, AR

• $1,000 Prize Winner –Moranda Pate of Fayetteville, AR

KANSAS WINNERS:

• $1,000 Prize Winner –Dalton Knipp of Louisburg, KS
• $1,000 Prize Winner – Hope Mitchell of Coffeyville, KS

MISSOURI WINNERS:

• $1,000 Prize Winner –Brooklyn Shatto of Saint Louis, MO
• $1,000 Prize Winner –John Morrissey of Waynesville, MO
• $1,000 Prize Winner –Michael Haskin of St Peters, MO
• $1,000 Prize Winner –Yvette Soine of Belton, MO

OKLAHOMA WINNERS:

• $1,000 Prize Winner – Bryan Jenkins of Coweta, OK
• $1,000 Prize Winner –Garrett Hardest of Okmulgee, OK
• $1,000 Prize Winner – Gail Fine of Sallisaw, OK

• $1,000 Prize Winner – Ivy Borders of Sulphur, OK
• $1,000 Prize Winner – Janice Hannah of Edmond, OK
• $1,000 Prize Winner – Jay Garber of Jay, OK
• $1,000 Prize Winner – Melodie Vaughan (gifted to daughter-Amelia) of Nowata, OK

• $1,000 Prize Winner – Tammy Sellers of Ada, OK

TEXAS WINNERS:

• $1,000 Prize Winner – Brittany Kauffman of Carrollton, TX
• $1,000 Prize Winner – Kevin Yamaguchi of San Antonio, TX
• $1,000 Prize Winner – Kristin Young of McKinney, TX
• $1,000 Prize Winner – Shayla Noakes of Burleson, TX

EMPLOYEE WINNERS:

• $1,000 Prize Winner –Jonathan Lee of Winfield, KS

• $1,000 Employee Prize Winner –Lorenzo Caldera of Grand Praire, TX
• $1,000 Prize Winner –Rodrigo Salas of Verona, MO

This is the sixth year that Braum’s and Dr Pepper have been working together to award the tuition prizes. The prizes can be transferred to a friend or family member to be used for tuition, which is what many of the recipients plan to do since they have children or family currently attending college.

“Every year, the contest continues to grow and garner excitement from our customers and employees,” said Drew Braum, President and CEO. “We love being able to offer a contest with prizes that benefit our employees and customers and go towards furthering their education, which is a cause that is near and dear to Braum’s.”

The Dr Pepper tuition award can be used to cover college or post-secondary vocational institutional tuition, fees, books, supplies, equipment, related educational expenses or on-campus room and board. The tuition award can also be used to pay off student loans for eligible costs.

In Arkansas, there were three winners, including the Grand Prize winner from Rogers, AR. In Kansas, there were three winners; one of them was an employee from Winfield, KS. In Missouri, there were a total of five winners; one of them was an employee from Verona, MO. In Oklahoma, there were a total of eight winners. In Texas, there were a total of five winners; one of them was an employee from Grand Praire, TX.

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At Braum’s we’re serving up 6 flavors & 4 new sundaes you can’t resist!

The new ice cream flavor offerings include Cookie Monster, Oatmeal Cookie, PB & J, Strawberry Blondie, Spicy Mango Raspberry Fiesta Sherbet and Deep Raspberry Ganache.

Cookie Monster:

Our new cake flavored Cookie Monster ice cream is loaded with chocolate chip cookie dough AND chocolate cookies. Talk about cookie overload. This is also available as a sundae—it has vanilla Bundt cakes topped with the Cookie Monster ice cream, hot fudge, whipped cream, a cherry and sprinkles.

Oatmeal Cookie:

The Oatmeal Cookie has hints of brown sugar, granola and almond brittle. It adds just enough sweet edge to grandma’s home baked cookie flavor. This also comes as a sundae. It has vanilla Bundt cakes, Oatmeal Cookie ice cream, hot caramel, whipped cream, a cherry and pecans.

PB & J:

Braum’s PB & J is a frozen take on a favorite snack among youngsters. Sweet Concord grape jelly, the creamy peanut butter taste and flakes of butter crackers come together in this flavor to take you back in time to your younger years.

Strawberry Blondie:

If strawberry is your favorite, Braum’s Strawberry Blondie is the ice cream for you. It adds sweet caramel ribbon, chunks of strawberries and blonde brownie bites to our classic strawberry flavor. You can get this as a sundae, too. We use our freshly baked strawberry Bundt cakes, top it with Strawberry Blondie ice cream, strawberry topping, whipped cream, a cherry and sprinkles.

Spicy Mango Raspberry Sherbet:

Want to add a little spice? Try the Spicy Mango Raspberry Fiesta Sherbet. It offers the perfect blend of sweet raspberry and spicy mango.

Deep Raspberry Ganache:

Our Deep Raspberry Ganache ice cream is every chocolate lover’s dream. It combines chocolate, fudge and raspberry for an ice cream that is rich and delightful. Add even more chocolate to this selection by getting it as a sundae. It is made using chocolate Bundt cakes, Deep Raspberry Ganache ice cream, hot fudge, whipped cream, a cherry and almonds.

These sweet temptations are available for a limited time only, so head to your neighborhood Braum’s to find your new favorite!

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Braum’s Fresh Market is fast, convenient and offers incredibly fresh selections of fruit, vegetables, meat and dairy products. We don’t want you to miss out on any specials either! Here is a current list of what you can find on sale.

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Your favorite BBQ Bacon Sandwiches are back for the summer. Loaded with Head Country BBQ Sauce, Bacon, Onions, Pickles, Pepper Jack Cheese & topped with our Sweet Hawaiian Roll – it’s our most irresistible sandwich to date.

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WICHITA, Kan.—Construction on the new Braum’s store at 3420 N. Maize Rd. in Wichita is nearly complete. The finishing touches are all that is left to do ahead of the store opening on Tuesday, June 4^th at 6:00 a.m.

The store will host a Grand Opening celebration starting Monday, June 17^th and it will run through Sunday, June 23^rd.

During that week, scratch to win cards will be given out for a chance to win a FREE 4K HD TV, a Playstation 4, a laptop computer, as well as free Braum’s food and merchandise.  Customers must go inside to receive the scratch to win cards. Supplies are limited and will only be given out while supplies last. On Saturday, June 22^nd free kid cones will be handed out from 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. inside the store (Kids must be fifteen (15) or under and accompanied by a parent. Offer not available through the drive-thru).

The new location features a very sleek and modern design with just over 6,000 square feet, double drive-through windows and seating for about 80 guests.

“The new layout and design brings a fresh feel to the stores, and we are excited to add this location in Wichita,” said Drew Braum, President and CEO of the company. “This has always been a great market for us, especially since it is so close to where my family got their start in Emporia.”

The new location brings the total Braum’s stores in operation to 281, with 12 of those now in Wichita. All stores are located in a five-state area: Oklahoma, Texas, Kansas, Missouri and Arkansas.

Braum’s features an old-fashioned ice cream fountain along with a grill area for breakfast, lunch and dinner. This new store also has a large Fresh Market area with more than 100 fresh meats, fruits, vegetables and fresh-from-the-farm dairy products.

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If you haven’t made your way into your neighborhood Braum’s to try our six new flavors, you’re missing out! They are only available for a limited time, too, so get them while they’re hot (errr, we mean, cold).

A current favorite is the Strawberry Blondie, AKA the perfect dessert for the indecisive. No longer must you choose between indulging in a blondie or a strawberry ice cream. You can now satisfy a craving for both tastes and textures in one cone. Because let’s face it: life–especially adulthood–is already chock-full of too many tough decisions, and dessert shouldn’t be one of them. Dessert should be simple.

We don’t know about you, but to us, strawberry ice cream tastes like summer. It tastes like being a kid again. It works like a time machine, transporting us to a more carefree era of our lives when our worst problem–a skinned knee from a tumble off our bicycle–could be solved with a single strawberry ice cream cone. It evokes sweet memories of sticky fingers and faces, stained blouses, and sunshine. It tastes like vacation. It tastes like joy.

Yes, the Strawberry Blondie can do all this and more. Don’t believe us? Try it for yourself! There are so many fun layers and flavors to this one thanks to the generous sprinkling of sweet caramel ribbon, chunks of strawberries, and blonde brownie bites, all woven seamlessly into our classic strawberry ice cream.

If you want to take it a step further, try it as a sundae. We top our freshly baked strawberry Bundt cakes with Strawberry Blondie ice cream, strawberry topping, whipped cream, a cherry, and sprinkles. It’s rich, creamy, and dreamy–everything you want in a sundae. Why not start a “Sundae Fun Day” tradition with your family this weekend?

It turns out blondies really do have more fun.

Have you tried our new flavors? Which one is your favorite? Let us know!

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Start your day off right with Braum’s! Not only do we have a vast array of your favorite breakfast options, but we offer $1 drinks, any size, every morning from 6 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. That means you can snag a Dr Pepper, Tea, or even a fresh squeezed cherry limeade first thing every morning for just $1! Now, this a deal worth waking up and heading to your neighborhood Braum’s for in the morning.

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KELLER, TX.—Construction on the new Braum’s store at 1221 Keller Parkway is finally complete and the doors are now open.

The store is set to host a Grand Opening celebration starting Monday, August 12^th and it will run through Sunday, August 18^th.

During that week, scratch to win cards will be given out for a chance to win a FREE 4K HD TV, a Playstation 4, a laptop computer, as well as free Braum’s food and merchandise.  Customers must go inside to receive the scratch to win cards. Supplies are limited and will only be given out while supplies last. On Saturday, August 17^th free kid cones will be handed out from 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. inside the store (Kids must be fifteen (15) or under and accompanied by a parent. Offer not available through the drive-thru).

The new location features a very sleek and modern design with just over 6,000 square feet, double drive-through windows and seating for about 80 guests.

“The new layout and design brings a fresh feel to the stores, and we are excited to finally be in Keller,” said Drew Braum, President and CEO of the company. “We know that the community has been excited about the new store for quite some time, and we cannot wait to serve everyone in Keller.”

The new location brings the total Braum’s stores in operation to 281, with 96 of those now in Texas. All stores are located in a five-state area: Oklahoma, Texas, Kansas, Missouri and Arkansas.

Braum’s features an old-fashioned ice cream fountain along with a grill area for breakfast, lunch and dinner. This new store also has a large Fresh Market area with more than 100 fresh meats, fruits, vegetables and fresh-from-the-farm dairy products.

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