IWe’re seeing more and more posts promoting special treats and flavors inspired by the April 8 solar eclipse. So I thought I’d put them all together in one place! If you know of any that aren’t on the list, please let us know in the comments. As more information becomes available, we will add it to this article. We also have some eclipse-inspired recipes in case you want to get creative in the kitchen.
solar eclipse snack
Rose Rock Micro Creamery Solar Eclipse Ice Cream
Rose Rock Microcreamery announced on April 2nd via Facebook that it will be running a special sale until April 8th. Spend $15 in-store and receive a free solar eclipse glass. They also offer black and orange “eclipse” ice cream with orange and vanilla flavors. Hmm!
Rose Rock Microcreamery has three locations. One in downtown Tulsa, one on Cherry Street and one in the Broken Arrow Rose neighborhood.
Big Dipper Creamery Eclipse Flavor
Although we don’t know the flavor yet, Big Dipper shared a photo on social media of an orange ice cream and one that looks like chocolate. They captioned the image “4.8.24.”I mean, they’re definitely planning something for the eclipse, but I don’t know that’s right What is it yet?
total solar eclipse donut
This creation, which will be on sale from April 5th to 8th, is a collaboration between Krispy Kreme and Oreo. The Total Solar Eclipse donut features a glazed donut topped with chocolate icing, star-like silver sprinkles, Oreo buttercream, and Oreos. If you’re a fan of Krispy Kreme and Oreos, this is definitely a win! Click here to see photos.
Krispy Kreme in Tulsa is located at 10128 E. 71st St.
blackout slash float
Sonic launched their new Blackout Slush Float on March 25th. Each purchase includes a free pair of solar eclipse viewing glasses, while supplies last. The dragon fruit and cotton candy flavored slushie floats will be available until May 5th. For more information, visit usatoday.com/story/money/food/2024/03/25/sonic-blackout-slush-float-solar- Solar eclipse/73094260007/
The drink was so sweet and only medium that I couldn’t finish it. But it was fun to try!
Chuy’s Tex-Mex Totality Celebration
Chuy’s Tex-Mex Cuisine will celebrate the solar eclipse from April 6th to 8th. Their specials include $5 chips and dips (including queso) all day long, special “Dark Side of the Spoon” parody T-shirts for $15, and (if you’re 21 and older) eclipse-themed Contains “Rita”. “Eclipse Rita is made with LALO Blanco tequila, Gran Gala, fresh lime juice, agave nectar and a red wine float.” For more information and photos, visit chuys.com/the-latest/tex-mex-totality -See celebration.
Chuy’s has at least two locations in the Tulsa area: 10808 E. 71st St. and 8120 S. Olympia Ave. (Tulsa Hills).
Solar eclipse recipes/ideas
I don’t think these are recipes at all. These are simple ideas that are easy to put into practice.
lemon blackberry tartlet
I like this simple idea from evaminette.net/lemon-blackberry-tartlets-solar-eclipse. Make it or buy it! – Top with lemon tartlets and blackberries. The berry looks like a moon, and the bright yellow of the lemon filling creates a sunny circle around it.
I found lemon tartlets at Reasor’s. It may not look exactly like a solar eclipse, but you get the idea…
Lemon – topped with Oreos
You can take inspiration from the donut above and put Oreos on top of any yellow treat. For example, lemon frosted cupcakes, lemon sugar cookies, or slices of lemon frosted sheet cake. So easy!
healthier options
Place blackberries or blueberries on top of banana slices for a healthy eclipse snack. You can also buy or make some fancy solar eclipse toothpicks.
eclipse pancake
During the 2017 solar eclipse, Denny’s offered all-you-can-eat “mooncakes” for $4. (Thanks, Google!) These were just mini pancakes called mooncakes. You can do something similar, or you can do something a little more creative. (Optional) Add yellow food coloring to the batter and place a circle of Nutella or blackberries on top of each pancake. Looks pretty good!
Side note: I love pancakes because they are so versatile for holiday celebrations. Easy to decorate the surface and pairs well with a variety of flavors.
What is a solar eclipse?
Joss and I will be watching the eclipse from Exploration Place in Wichita. I posted a nice video that visually explains the solar eclipse in an easy-to-understand manner. The video ends with a section on solar eclipse safety and how to build a solar eclipse viewing box.
For more eclipse safety tips, visit science.nasa.gov/eclipses/safety/.
Tulsa solar eclipse event
TulsaKids has a list of where you can view the solar eclipse in Tulsa. Like Guthrie Greene and Discovery Lab, the library hosts several events: tulsakids.com/where-to-celebrate-the-solar-eclipse-in-tulsa/
