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Keto Air Fryer Fried Pickles

Jul 8, 2022 ·

Move over, French fries! There's a new side dish in town, and it's keto-friendly. These Keto Air Fryer Fried Pickles are the perfect gluten free way to enjoy your favorite appetizer without feeling guilty. Plus, they are breaded with pork rinds which gives an amazing crunch without the carbs! So grab some pickles and get ready to cook up some keto deliciousness!

Air fryer pickles in a bowl lined with parchment paper on a blue and white towel with a bowl with ranch in it

Keto Air fryer Fried Pickles

These keto air fryer-fried pickles without almond flour are made delicious with just the right amount of crunch! They're made with pork rinds, which replace traditional bread crumbs for a low-carb alternative that keeps them crunchy without sacrificing flavor! To help the egg mixture stick better, I also dust them in coconut flour which is also very low in carbs.

close up of ingredients for fried pickles which include a bowl of pickles, a bowl of pork rinds, and a bowl of flour and spices.

Simple Ingredients for Air Fryer Fried Pickles

Dill Pickle Slices - You can use whatever brand you like best but make sure to check the label and get one without added sugar.
Pork Rinds (crushed) - I used plain pork rinds so they would be 0 carbs.
Coconut Flour- I used just a little coconut flour to dust the pickles and make the egg stick better.
Large Egg - This is to make the pork rinds stick to the pickles.
Garlic Powder
Paprika
Black Pepper
salt - to taste.
Non-Stick Cooking Spray

ingredients for fried pickles which include a bowl of pickles, a bowl of pork rinds, and a bowl of flour and spices.

How To Make Air Fryer Pickles With Pork Rinds

The air fryer is a great way to cook food with less oil and fat. This is definitley an air fryer recipe for beginners so if you are new to using an air fryer these pickles are an easy recipe that takes only minutes!

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crushed pork rinds in a zip lock bag with a rolling pin on top of it and pickles around it

Preheat the air fryer to 400 degrees.

Whisk one large egg in a small bowl. Add pork rinds to a large Ziploc bag and use a rolling pin to crush up the pork rinds. You could also use a food processor if you prefer.

crushed pork rinds and spices in a bowl with egg mixture in the bowl behind it

pork rinds crushed in a white bowl with a wooden spoon and bowl of eggs in the background with pickles around it

Add the crushed pork rinds to a bowl with the spices and mix.

flour on a wooden spoon and pickles in a white bowl

pouring flour in with pickles that in a big white bowl

pickles mixed in flour in a big white bowl with a wooden spoon

Using a kitchen towel or a paper towel, pat the pickle slices until they are dry. Then add them to a large bowl. Add the coconut flour into the bowl and mix to evenly coat the pickles in the coconut flour.

dipping a pickle in the egg mixture that is in a white bowl

pickle being dipped in crushed pork rinds that are in a white bowl

Using tongs, dredge the pickle slices in the egg wash letting the excess drip off. Next, Press the pickles into the pork rind mixture. Transfer to a plate and repeat until all of the pickles have been coated.

First, spray non-stick cooking spray on cooking trays or the basket. Arrange the pickles in a single layer and spray the top of them with cooking spray to help them get crispy. Air fry for 10-12 minutes.

Depending on the size of your air fryer, you may need to work in small batches.

bowl lined with butcher paper with fried pickles in it and a small bowl of ranch with a white and blue towel under the bowls

Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce, like our French Fry Dipping Sauce! Also, keto ranch is a great option! I love this Keto Ranch recipe by Kicking Carbs it is very tasty!

Frequently Asked Questions:

Are pickles carb free?

Yes, that's one reason I love pickles! They're low in carbs and can be considered a "free" food when following the keto or carbohydrate-limited diets. When buying your dill pickles make sure to use a brand that doesn't have any added sugar.

What are the best pickles for this recipe?

I like to use a sugar-free dill pickle and you can use whichever brand is your favorite.

Can I make keto fried pickles in the oven?

Absolutely, you can make these in the oven if you don't have an air fryer.

Preheat the oven to 425 degrees. While the oven preheats either spray a baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray or line it with parchment paper. Place pickles on a baking sheet and spray the tops with noncook cooking spray and cook for 18 to 20 minutes, flipping halfway through until golden brown.

little white bowl of ranch with a pickle dipped into it and the rest of the pickles in the background

air fryer pickles in a bowl lined with butcher paper and ranch in a small bowl next to it

Keto Air Fryer Fried Pickles

These Keto Air Fryer Fried Pickles are the perfect way to enjoy your favorite appetizer without feeling guilty. Plus, they are breaded with pork rinds which gives an amazing crunch without the carbs!

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Total Time 12 mins

Course Appetizer

Servings people

Ingredients

2 cups sliced dill pickles
1 cup pork rinds
1½ tablespoon coconut flour
1 large egg
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon paprika
1 pinch salt
non-stick cooking spray

Instructions

Air Fryer Instructions

Preheat the air fryer to 400 degrees.
Whisk one large egg in a small bowl.
Add pork rinds to a large Ziploc bag and use a rolling pin to crush up the pork rinds. {You could also use a food processor if you prefer.}
Add the crushed pork rinds to a bowl. Add garlic powder, paprika, and salt to the bowl of crushed pork rinds.
Using a kitchen towel or a paper towel, pat the pickle slices until they are dry. Then add them to a large bowl.
Add the coconut flour and mix to evenly coat the pickles in the coconut flour.
Using tongs, dredge the pickle slices in the egg wash letting the excess drip off. Next, Press the pickles into the pork rind mixture. Transfer to a plate and repeat until all of the pickles have been coated.
First, spray non-stick cooking spray on cooking trays or the basket. Arrange the pickles in a single layer and spray the top of them with cooking spray to help them get crispy. Air fry for 10-12 minutes.
Depending on the size of your air fryer, you may need to work in small batches.
Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce

Cooking Keto Fried Pickles In The Oven

Preheat an oven to 425 degrees
While the oven preheats either spray a baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray or line it with parchment paper.
Place pickles on a baking sheet and spray the tops with noncook cooking spray and cook for 18 to 20 minutes, flipping halfway through until golden brown.

Keyword appetizer, gluten free, keto

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Pantry 3 Bean Salad {No cook sides, Gluten Free, Vegan}

Apr 21, 2022 ·

This vegan, no-cook bean salad is the perfect pantry meal and makes a great summer side dish. It's easy to make and can be served cold or at room temperature. And best of all, it only requires a few simple ingredients that you probably already have in your pantry. It is also one of the best no cook summer side dishes for entertaining

three bean salad on a plate with a lime wedge to the bottom right

Pantry 3 Bean Salad

A vegan, easy, no-cook 3 bean salad from the pantry is the perfect side dish for any summer meal. This dish is packed with protein and fiber, and it comes together in just minutes. It's a great non perishable meal for travel or non perishable meal for camping. I always make this as a lazy camping meal and serve it with tortilla chips.

This salad can be served at room temperature or chilled, also making it perfect for picnics or potlucks. And because it's vegan, it's sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for an easy, delicious side dish or a dip, look no further than your pantry!

Ingredients for Pantry Bean Salad

Northern Beans
Kidney Beans - I used dark red but you can use dark or light
Chickpeas
Lime Juice - freshly squeezed is best
Cilantro - use fresh cilantro for the best flavor
Onion - use red onion for this recipe
Agave - if not vegan you can use honey
Olive Oil - substitute avocado oil instead of olive oil in a pinch
Cumin - This seasoning is peppery, which helps to deepen the richness of the salad
Salt - to taste

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What Else Can I Add To This Bean Salad:

This recipe is just a basic 3 bean salad you can jazz it up with any of the ingredients below!

Black Beans
Cucumbers
Bell Peppers
Feta Cheese
Olives
Green Beans
Bow Tie Pasta

horizonal bowl of bean salad with a wooden spoon in it

How Do I Make This No Cook 3 Bean Pantry Salad Recipe:

To make the salad, simply combine three cans of beans, I like to use northern beans, kidney beans, and chickpeas but you could use whatever beans you like, black beans would go really well in this bean salad. Then a handful of chopped fresh herbs, I love to use cilantro but if you are one of the unfortunate people who taste soap when eating cilantro you can replace it with parsley. For the vinaigrette, I like to mix olive oil, lime juice, and a touch of agave nectar or honey. Season the salad with salt and pepper to taste, and you're done!

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chopped onions on a cutting board with a knife next to it

Drain and rinse the canned beans and put them in a large bowl. Then dice your onion and cilantro and add them to the bowl.

pouring oil in the bowl of ingredients with a wooden measuring spoon

pouring lemon juice in the bowl with the other ingredients

bowl of bean salad with a wooden spoon in it

Add the olive oil and lemon juice to the bowl and stir until combined.

bean salad on a wood spoon above metal bowl of salad

Add the cumin to the bowl and salt to your taste. Cover and refrigerate overnight if possible but for at least an hour before serving. This goes great as an appetizer with tortilla chips!

bean salad on a plate with chips on a wood cutting board with metal bowl to the top left

Frequently Asked Questions:

How To Store 3 Bean Salad

Store this bean salad in an air-tight container in the refrigerator. I like to store this salad in mason jars for a quick healthy snack.

How Long Will 3 Bean Salad Last?

This salad will last 3-4 days if kept in an air-tight container in the refrigerator.

What Is 3 Bean Salad Made Of?

A three bean salad is a vegan, easy, no cook bean salad that is made with pantry staples. It is a great side dish or even a main course. It is perfect for picnics, potlucks, traveling, camping, and barbecues. The three beans in the salad are usually either black beans, kidney beans, white beans, or chickpeas. The salad also has red onion, cilantro, and lime juice.

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Why Is Bean Salad Good For You?

Beans are an excellent source of plant-based protein, and they are also packed with fiber, vitamins, and minerals. In addition, bean salad is a great way to get in your vegetables. Whether you're looking to improve your health or just enjoy a tasty meal, bean salad is a great option!

What Is A PantryMmeal?

A pantry meal is a dish that is inexpensive and can be made from ingredients that are already on hand in your pantry. This can be a great way to use up food that is about to expire or to create a tasty and budget-friendly meal when there is no time to go shopping.

What Else Can I Make For Dinner Out Of My Pantry?

Another affordable pantry dinner is our Pantry Peanut Butter Stir Fry Noodles. Made with just a handful of ingredients that you likely already have on hand, this dish comes together in minutes and makes an excellent weeknight dinner.

Peanut butter stir fry noodles in a cast iron pan

Pantry 3 Bean Salad {or dip}

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Prep Time 5 mins

Total Time 5 mins

Course Appetizer, lunch, Salad, Side Dish

Cuisine American

Servings people

Ingredients

15 oz Northern Beans, Drained
15 oz Chickpeas, Drained
15 oz Kidney Beans, Drained
¼ cup Lime Juice {fresh is best}
¾ cup Fresh Cilanto
½ Red Onion
2 tablespoon Agave {or honey}
2 tablespoon Olive Oil
1 teaspoon Cumin
½ tsp Salt {to your taste}

Instructions

Drain and rinse all 3 cans of beans and add them to a big bowl
Dice onion in small pieces and cilantro and add it to the bowl
Add the cumin, olive oil, and lemon juice to the bowl
stir to combine
Cover and let sit in the refregerator over night or at least an hour.
Serve as a side dish or a dip

Keyword appetizer, lunch, salad, side dish

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Green Goddess Spring Salad

Apr 14, 2022 ·

It's officially springtime, and that means it's time to break out the fresh produce! This Vegan Green Goddess Spring Salad is the perfect way to celebrate the season. The combination of crisp greens, crunchy cashews, juicy mandarin oranges, and creamy avocado is irresistible. And the best part? The homemade vegan dairy free green goddess dressing is absolutely delicious. So healthy and tasty—you'll love it!

spring salad with mandarin oranges and avocado on a brown plate with a fork

Green Goddess Spring Salad

Green Goddess dressing has recently got a big boost from a tiktok video from ‘Baked by Melissa and it looks pretty delicious! After seeing the video I decided to share how I like to make my own green goddess salad. This is such a good spring salad recipe with mandarin oranges is such a fantastic, fresh, and healthy meal made with a vegan dairy-free green goddess dressing. You can change up the ingredients to whatever type of vegetables or fruit that you like best -but I especially love how it's served with mandarin oranges for an added flavor surprise.

Ingredients You Will Need:

For Easy Spring Salad:

Spring Salad Mix - I like the Spring Mix which has a variety of lettuces.
Avocado - Use an avocado that is ripe, but not too soft.
Cashews - I used roasted cashews you could also use walnuts or pecans
Mandarin Oranges - I like Mandarin oranges in this salad, but you could also use raisins or dried cranberries.

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Ingredients For Homemade Green Goddess Dressing:

Plan Vegan Greek Yogurt- thickens the salad dressing.
Apple Cider Vinegar - this gives the dressing a little tanginess.
Olive Oil - I use extra virgin olive oil with a mild flavor.
Green Onion - cut off the white root and use the rest.
Parsley- Use fresh parsley in this recipe.
Basil - Use basil that is fresh in this recipe
Lemon Juice- For the best flavor, use freshly squeezed lemon juice.

How To Make Spring Salad With Mandarin Oranges:

The best way to create a delicious spring salad with mandarin oranges and avocado is by following these simple steps. Preparing and tossing fresh ingredients together in an artistic mixture that will make your guests want more of this easy spring salad with dairy-free green goddess dressing!

pouring spring mix from colander into white bowl

half of avocado with pit in it and the other half sliced up with a knife

cutting up cashews on a wood cutting board with a knife beside it

Start by washing your spring salad in a salad spinner or a colander and place them in a large serving bowl. Next, peel and section the mandarin oranges and place them in the bowl with the salad. Then, slice the avocado into slices and roughly chop the nuts up. Add them both to the bowl with the salad and mandarin oranges.

above photo of a salad in a white bowl with cashews, spring mix, mandarin oranges, and avocado

How to Make Vegan Dairy Free Green Goddess Dressing

The process is very simple, it only takes a few steps. Besides adding the yogurt first the vegan goddess dressing will turn out the same no matter what order you add the rest of the ingredients. You can get the full recipe for this dairy-free vegan green goddess dressing here.

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close up horizonal chopped parsley on a cutting board with a knife

horizonal photo of basil chopped up on a cutting board with a knife

First, roughly chop the green onions, parsley, and basil this step will assure everything gets nicely chopped up in the food processor.

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horizonal photo of pouring apple vinegar from wood measuring spoon into food processer

Then add the vegan greek yogurt first to the food processor followed by the chopped green onions, parsley, basil, and apple cider vinegar.

close up horizonal of squeezing a lemon into food processor for green goddess dressing

horizonal above photo of green goddess dressing in a food processor

close up vegan green goddess dressing being poured from a food processer into a jar

Use a garlic press to press garlic into the food processor. Add in the olive oil and squeeze the juice from half a lemon on top of the other ingredients in the food processor. Pulse several times to begin to blend. Scrape the sides of the food processor and pulse a few more times until blended and smooth. Transfer homemade vegan green goddess dressing to a glass jar with a lid. Keep green goddess dressing in the refrigerator.

spring salad on a fork with a white bowl of salad in the background

How to Store Green Goddess Spring Salad

You want to store the spring salad and the green goddess dressing separately. I would not pour all of the dressing straight into the big bowl unless you are sure that you will eat it all in one sitting. Leaving the vegan green goddess dressing on the salad for hours or overnight will make the greens wilted and not crispy and tasty. So store the salad separately in an air-tight container and the dressing in a mason jar with the lid closed tightly or in an air-tight container and keep both in the refrigerator.

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Frequently Asked Questions:

Does Green Goddess Dressing Have Soy?

This vegan green goddess dressing will only have soy if you use soy-based greek yogurt. So that will be completely up to you.

The Best Vegan Greek Yogurts To Use?

Our favorite dairy-free greek yogurts are Daiya's Plain Greek Yogurt Alternative, Kitehill Plain Greek Yogurt, and it's not as thick but it still works and tastes good SoDelicious plain yogurt. If you already have a favorite greek yogurt you can just use that.

What Does Green Goddess Dressing Taste Like?

This dressing is smooth, creamy, and bursting with fresh flavor. It has hints of lemon, is slightly sweet, and is full of freshness from the Basil, parsley, and green onions. It might just be my favorite salad dressing ever!

What is a spring Salad?

Spring salad mix is a variety of lettuces and greens that are harvested in the early spring. The mix typically includes Baby spinach, red leaf lettuce, and Romaine lettuce. Spring salad mix is a nutritious and refreshing addition to any meal. Spring salad mix is a great way to get your daily dose of leafy greens. So next time you're looking for a healthy and delicious option for lunch or dinner, look no further than spring salad mix.

Is Spring Salad Healthy?

Spring salads are a great source of fiber and antioxidants, which can help to protect your cells from damage. So whether you're looking for a light lunch or a satisfying side dish, a spring salad is a great option.

More Salad Recipes For You To Try

Chicken Gyros with Dairy Free Tzatziki Sauce

Crunchy Thai Chicken Salad with Peanut Dressing

Chicken Salad WIth Greek Yogurt

above photo of spring salad with oranges, avocados, and green goddess dressing

Green Goddess Spring Salad

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Prep Time 15 mins

Total Time 15 mins

Course Entree

Cuisine American

Servings people

Ingredients

Ingredients For Spring Salad

4 cups Spring Salad Mix
1 Avocado, thinly sliced
½ cups Cashews. chopped
3 Mandarin Oranges, peeled

Ingredients For Vegan Green Goddess Dressing

1 cup Vegan Greek Yogurt See notes
1 teaspoon Apple Cider Vineger
¼ cup Olive Oil
¼ cup Green Onion
1 cup Parsley
1 cup Basil
½ lemon, juiced
1 pinch Salt, to taste

Instructions

Instructions for Spring Salad

Start by washing your spring salad in a salad spinner or a colander and place them in a large serving bowl.
Peel and section the mandarin oranges and place them in the bowl with the salad.
Slice the avocado into thin slices and roughly chop the nuts up. Add them both to the bowl with the salad and mandarin oranges.

Instructions for Vegan Green Goddess Dressing

You can get the full post for green goddess dressing here!
Add vegan greek yogurt to the food processor
Roughly chop the green onions, parsley, and basil, and garlic this step will assure everything gets nicely chopped up in the food processor. Add them to the food processor
Add in the olive oil and squeeze the juice from half a lemon on top of the other ingredients in the food processor.
Pulse several times to begin to blend. Scrape the sides of the food processor and pulse a few more times. You may need to scrape the sides again and pulse a few more times until all ingredients are well blended and smooth.
Transfer homemade vegan green goddess dressing into a spouted serving container for drizzling or transfer it to a glass jar with a lid.

Notes

If you don't have a favorite vegan greek yogurt you can use one of our favorites like Daiya's Plain Greek Yogurt Alternative, Kitehill Plain Greek Yogurt, and the not as thick but it still works and tastes good SoDelicious plain yogurt. And if your not vegan or dairy-free you can use regular plain greek yogurt.

Keyword salad, side dish, vegan, vegetatian

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Healthy Vegan Green Goddess Dressing

Apr 6, 2022 ·

The weather is finally starting to warm up, and this Healthy Vegan Green Goddess Dressing is perfect for Spring, packed full of flavor and nutrients. It's perfect on top of this green goddess spring salad, as a dip for vegetables, or even in a pasta salad! So give it a try, your taste buds will thank you!

spring salad mix with oranges, avocado, and green goddess dressing

Healthy Vegan Green Goddess Dressing

Who doesn't love a good salad? And the best way to top off that salad? With this delicious, healthy homemade vegan dressing. This is the best vegan green goddess dressing we love to use this dressing not only on salads but also as a dip for our Roasted Mini Sweet Peppers.

We make this vegan dressing with dairy-free yogurt and it tastes so good! If you already have a favorite vegan yogurt use that if not you can try one of our favorites such as Daiya's Greek Yogurt Alternative, Kitehill Greek Yogurt, and the not as thick but it still works and taste good SoDelicious plain yogurt. If you have the time you could also make your own vegan greek yogurt there are a lot of recipes online for it we like to use Darn Good Veggies recipe for vegan greek yogurt the texture will work well in this recipe.

ingredients for green goddess dressing in a food processor before being blended

Ingredients For Vegan Green Goddess Dressing

Plan Vegan Greek Yogurt- thickens the salad dressing.
Apple Cider Vinegar - this gives the dressing a little tanginess.
Olive Oil - I use extra virgin olive oil with a mild flavor.
Green Onion - cut off the white root and use the rest.
Parsley- Use fresh parsley in this recipe.
Basil - Use basil that is fresh in this recipe
Lemon Juice- For the best flavor, use freshly squeezed lemon juice.

How To Make Green Goddess Dressing

The process is very simple, it only takes a few steps. Besides adding the yogurt first the vegan green goddess dressing will turn out the same no matter what order you add the rest of the ingredients. Just remember in a simple dressing recipe like this, each ingredient counts so make sure your ingredients are fresh and of good quality.

green onions chopped on a cutting board with a knife

chopped parsley on a cutting board with a knife

basil chopped up on a cutting board with a knife

First, roughly chop the green onions, parsley, and basil this step will assure everything gets nicely chopped up in the food processor.

all the ingredients for vegan green goddess dressing side view

pouring apple cider vinegar to the food processer with the rest of the ingredients

Then add the vegan greek yogurt first to the food processor followed by the chopped green onions, parsley, basil, and apple cider vinegar.

using a garlic press to add garlic to the food processer with the rest of the ingredients

squeezing a lemon into food processor for green goddess dressing

Use a garlic press to press garlic into the food processor. If you don't have a garlic press you could use a Microplane grater or mince the garlic very well with a knife. Add in the olive oil and squeeze the juice from half a lemon on top of the other ingredients in the food processor.

above photo of green goddess dressing in the food processor

Pulse several times to begin to blend. Scrape the sides of the food processor and pulse a few more times. You may need to scrape the sides again and pulse a few more times until all ingredients are well blended and smooth.

green goddess dressing being poured from food processor into a jar that is own a wood cutting board

Transfer homemade vegan green goddess dressing into a spouted serving container for drizzling or transfer it to a glass jar with a lid. Keep this dressing in the refrigerator.

Frequently Asked Questions:

How To Store Vegan Green Goddess Dressing

You should store this dressing in an airtight container or a mason jar. This dressing needs to be kept refrigerated and will last 3-4 days.

What Does Green Goddess Dressing Taste Like

horizonal photo of spring salad in a white bowl with an orange to the right and salad dressing in a mason jar

Does Green Goddess Dressing Have Soy?

This vegan green goddess dressing will only have soy if you use soy-based greek yogurt. So that will be completely up to you.

Where Did Green Goddess Dressing Originate?

The Palace Hotel in San Francisco is well-known for its celebrity chefs and their lush, rich, dishes. One such dish that has been given a lot of fame over the years was created by one 19th-century French chef who wanted to create something new with fresh vegetables - Green Goddess Dressing!

What Goes Well With Vegan Green Goddess Dressing

We love this dressing on our Easy Spring Salad
It makes a delicious dip for raw vegetables or when stirred into cooked veggies.
It also makes a great addition to pasta salads
You will love it with our roasted mini sweet peppers.

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Healthy Vegan Green Goddess Dressing

This Healthy Vegan Green Goddess Dressing is perfect for Spring, packed full of flavor and nutrients. It's perfect on top of a spring salad, as a dip for vegetables, or even in a pasta salad!

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Prep Time 8 mins

Course Salad

Cuisine American

Ingredients

1 cup Vegan Greek Yogurt see notes
1 teaspoon Apple Cider Vineger
¼ cup Olive Oil
¼ cup Green Onion
1 cup Parsley
1 cup Basil
½ lemon, juiced
1 pinch Salt, to taste

Instructions

First add vegan greek yogurt to the food processor
Roughly chop the green onions, parsley, and basil this step will assure everything gets nicely chopped up in the food processor. Add them to the food processor
Use a garlic press to press garlic into the food processor. If you don't have a garlic press you could use a Microplane grater or mince the garlic very well with a knife. Add Garlic to food processor.
Add in the olive oil and squeeze the juice from half a lemon on top of the other ingredients in the food processor.
Pulse several times to begin to blend. Scrape the sides of the food processor and pulse a few more times. You may need to scrape the sides again and pulse a few more times until all ingredients are well blended and smooth.
Transfer homemade vegan green goddess dressing into a spouted serving container for drizzling or transfer it to a glass jar with a lid.

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Easter Trail Mix

Mar 30, 2022 ·

Easter is a time for candy, baskets, bunnies, and eggs! If you're looking for an easy Easter snack that will please both kids and adults, try this easy Easter Trail Mix recipe also known as bunny bait! It's perfect for filling Easter Eggs, Easter classroom parties, and packing in school lunches. Happy Easter!

above photo of trail mix in a white square bowl, on a white counter top

Easter Trail Mix

This super easy Easter Trail Mix recipe (also known as bunny bait) is perfect for springtime, but it's especially popular for an easter treat. My kids love to take it as a classroom snack to school. The best part about the recipe? Your kids can make it completely on their own since it’s a no-bake recipe! This Easter snack mix can be customized with whatever your favorite trail mix add-ins might be and I will give you some additional ideas for this below as well.

I love to use trail mix for classroom parties at my kid's school so we also have a recipe for our favorite Halloween trail mix you can go to it by clicking this link here.

above photo of all the ingredients in separate blue and white bowls

Simple Easter Trail Mix Ingredients:

Mini Pretzels - You could also use pretzel sticks
Annie’s Neapolitan Bunny Grahams
Dried Cherries - You an use any other dried fruit you like in this trail mix.
Covered Almonds - I used dark chocolate but you could use milk if you prefer it.
Almonds - I used lightly salted but you could use whichever are your favorite.
Peanuts - I used honey roasted but you can again use whichever are your favorite.
Cadbury Mini Eggs - you could also use easter m&m's
Cocunut Flakes - This is optional But I like it in this trail mix.

all the ingredients for easter trail mix in small blue bowls and white bowls on a wood turn tray

Easter Trail Mix Ideas:

Try adding some of these ingredients to make your own unique trail mix. Feel free experiment with different flavors and textures, but don't forget the importance in keeping it simple!

Mini Marshmallows
M&M's
Cheeros
popcorn
Chex Cereal
White Chocolate chips
Jelly Beans
Dried Fruits

close up of Cadbury mini eggs, peanuts. and dried cherries

How to Make Easter Trail Mix

You can't go wrong with a recipe that's so easy your kids can make it and doesn't require much or any help from you. Your kids will be able to complete it alone, making this an excellent choice for those times when they want some independence but still need assistance in the kitchen!

close up above shot of all the ingredients in separate bowls

pouring pretzel's into bowl with almonds

pouring peanuts into bowl with dried cherries, pretzels and almonds

pouring in chocolate covered almonds into bowl

pouring bunny cookies from a small blue bowl into the other ingredients in a big white bowl

all the ingredients for easter trail mix in a white bowl on a wood stand

In a large bowl, combine all of the ingredients one at a time, and mix well with a large spoon. Have you ever made an easier recipe ever? I doubt it! This is an amazingly easy Easter snack mix?!

Frequently Asked Questions:

How to Store Trail Mix?

The best way to store this Easter trail mix is in an airtight container. This will help to keep the mix fresh and prevent the ingredients from going stale. A mason jar or zip-top bag works well. Finally, store the mix in a cool, dry place such as a pantry or cupboard. With these simple tips, you can enjoy this easter trail mix for a couple weeks.

How Much Trail Mix per Person?

It is hard to not eat it all! I usually do a one cup serving of this Easter trail mix per adult or ½ cup for kids.

close up above photo of easter trail mix in a white square bowl

Are Trail Mixes Nuts Good For You?

Nuts are a good source of heart-healthy unsaturated fats, while seeds are rich in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. But like anything should be eaten in moderation so yes in moderation the nuts you add to trail mix can definitely be good for you.

Is Trail Mix Good For You?

Trail mix is a type of snack mix that typically includes a variety of nuts, dried fruit, and sometimes chocolate. But is trail mix good for you? The answer depends on the ingredients. If your trail mix is high in sugar and low in healthy fats, then it's not the best choice. However, if your trail mix includes a variety of nuts and dried fruits, then it can be a healthy and convenient snack. So go ahead and enjoy a handful of Easter Trail Mix!

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Easter Trail Mix {Bunny Bait}

Easter is a time for candy, baskets, bunnies, and eggs! If you're looking for an easy Easter snack that will please both kids and adults, try this easy trail mix recipe also known as bunny bait! It's perfect for filling Easter Eggs, Easter classroom parties, and packing in school lunches. Happy Easter!

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Prep Time 5 mins

Servings

Ingredients

1 cup Pretzels
1 cup Annie's Neapolitan Bunny Grahams
1 cup Dried Cherries
1 cup Chocolate Covered Almonds
1 cup Almonds
1 cup Roasted Peanuts
1 cup Mini Cadberry Eggs
½ cup Coconut Flakes

Instructions

Add all the ingredents into a bowl and stir to combine

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More Easter Recipes For You To Enjoy

No-Bake Butter Scotch and Peanut Butter Bird Nests Cookies

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Oven Roasted Asparagus with Parmesan + White Wine

No Bake Butterscotch and Peanut Butter Bird Nest Cookies

Mar 23, 2022 ·

Looking for a delicious and fun Easter treat to make with your kids? These no-bake Butterscotch and Peanut Butter Bird Nest cookies are perfect! They're easily made gluten free and dairy free, so everyone can enjoy them, and they're super easy to make with only 4 ingredients. Plus your kids will love helping you decorate them!

birds nest cookies on a round wood try with little easter eggs

No Bake Butterscotch and Peanut Butter Bird Nest Cookies {Gluten Free Dairy Free Option}

These no-bake bird nest cookies with butterscotch are so easy to make and have an easy gluten free, dairy free option. With only four ingredients and zero oven time, they're perfect for kids who like to help you cook, and yet satisfying enough you will love them too!

Gluten Free Bird Nest Cookies

We all know that gluten free baking can be difficult, but this recipe couldn't be any easier. It's also vegan and did I mention extremely tasty?! You can find gluten free chow mein noodles at many stores now or you can click here to get the ones I use from Amazon. They can be a bit crunchier but I found that they softened nicely when stirred with the warm peanut butter and butterscotch.

Dairy Free Bird Nest Cookies

If you want to make this vegan you can use vegan butterscotch chips I like the King David brand and you can find those on amazon. If you have the extra time you can make your own vegan butterscotch chips. I found a recipe from Dessert with Benifits that looks so good you can get the recipe by clicking here.

ingredents for bird nest cookies in a bowl with the peanut butter in a wood measuring cup in the middle of the bowl

Ingredients for No Bake Butterscotch and Peanut Butter Bird Nest Cookies:

Chow Mein Noodles- If you need these to be gluten free you can use Gefen Gluten Free Chow Mein Noodles from amazon or whatever brand your grocery store has.
Peanut Butter - You want to use creamy peanut butter for this recipe.
Butterscotch Chips- you could also add in chocolate chips. Use vegan chips if you want it to be dairy free!
chocolate easter eggs - like cadbury mini eggs

horizonal photo of peanut butter on a wood spoon with rice noodles and candies around it

How To Make No Bake Butterscotch and Peanut Butter Bird Nest Cookies:

These bird next cookies take less than 10 minutes to make you can't get easier than that!

melting butterscotch chips and peanut butter in a sauce pan on the stove

To Use Stovetop

Using a small saucepan, add the peanut butter and butterscotch chips cook over low heat stirring for about 3 minutes until melted and smooth.

To Use Microwave

In a large microwave-safe bowl add the butterscotch chips and peanut butter. Microwave stirring after every 30 seconds until melted and smooth.

mixture of peanut butter and melted butterscotch chips in a bowl with fake easter eggs around it

In a large bowl, combine the melted mixture with the chow mein noodles and mix until everything is combined. Spray the muffin pan with nonstick cooking spray. Fill each opening of the muffin pan with a spoonful of the chow mein cookie mixture.

close up of tart tamper being pushed into bird nest cookies that are in a muffin tin

close up photo of a wood tart tamper pushing in the bird nest cookies

Make a small indention in each cookie to create the nest look with a tart tamper or with the handle of a wooden spoon. Refrigerate for 20-30 minutes or until nests are firm

bird nest cookies pushes into muffin pan

After bird nests have cooled carefully remove them from the pan, you can use a butter knife to scrape around the cookie and pan to release the bird nest cookies easier.

above horizonal photo of easter bird nest cookies on a plate with candy eggs in the center

Fill each bird nest cookie with Cadbury mini eggs and enjoy! This recipe will make around 12 cookie nests!

birds nest cookies on white wired cupcake serving wrack

Gluten Free Bird Nest Cookies

Dairy Free Bird Nest Cookies

close up of single bird nest cookie on a white plate

Tips for Making No Bake Butterscotch and Peanut Butter Bird Nest Cookies:

Muffin tin: Use a muffin tin to scoop the nests into and that will help shape the nests.
Refrigerate: You will want to refrigerate the birds nests for about 20-30 minutes or until the chocolate has hardened.
Chips: Add in your favorite type of chips to make this your own!
Chow Mein Noodles: If you don’t have noodles on hand, or you can't find gluten free noodles you can use chopped pretzels instead
Eggs: You could use other types of eggs like M&M’s, jelly beans and maybe even a peep bird.

above shot of bird nest cookies on wore tiered serving trays

How to store Birds Nest Cookies:

Easter Bird's nest cookies are best stored in an airtight container at room temperature. They will keep for up to 5 days. If you want to keep them longer, you can store them in the fridge for up to 2 weeks in an air-tight container.

Can I freeze Birds Nest Cookies:

Yes, you can freeze Bird's Nest Cookies without the eggs. Place them in a freezer-safe container and they will keep for up to 3 months. Let them thaw at room temperature and add candy eggs before serving.

bird nest cookie on a white plate the rest in the background on the wire tired serving tray

What is a No Bake Cookie:

A no bake cookie is a type of cookie that doesn't require baking in the oven. These cookies are usually made with melted butter, sugar, and some type of binding agent. In this recipe, we used peanut butter and butterscotch to bind them together.

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Peanut Butter Banana Oatmeal Cookies

Gluten and Dairy Free Chocolate Coconut Bread

Almond Flour Double Chocolate Muffins

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No Bake Butterscotch and Peanut Butter Bird Nest Cookies

These no-bake Butterscotch and Peanut Butter Bird Nest cookies are easily to make with only 4 ingredients and your kids will love helping you decorate them!

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Prep Time 5 mins

Cook Time 3 mins

Total Time 28 mins

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Servings people

Ingredients

4 cups Chow Mein Noodles
1 cup Creamy Peanut Butter
1 ½ cups Butterscoth Chips
9 oz bag Mini Casburry Eggs

Instructions

To Melt Peanut Butter And Butterscotch Chips on Stove

Using a small saucepan, add the peanut butter and butterscotch chips over low heat stirring for about 3 minutes until melted and smooth.

To Melt Peanut Butter And Butterscotch Chips In Microwave

In a large microwave-safe bowl add the butterscotch chips and peanut butter. Microwave stirring after every 30 seconds until melted and smooth.

Mixing Cookies

In a large bowl, combine the melted mixture with the chow mein noodles and mix until everything is combined.
Spray the muffin pan with nonstick cooking spray. Fill each opening of the muffin pan with a spoonful of the chow mein cookie mixture.
Make a small indention in each cookie to create the nest look with a tart tamper or with the handle of a wooden spoon.
Refrigerate for 20-30 minutes or until nests are firm
After bird nests have cooled carefully remove them from the pan, you can use a butter knife to scrape around the cookie and pan to release the bird nest cookies easier.
Fill each bird nest cookie with Cadbury mini eggs and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: -5g

Keyword cookie, easter, sweet

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Gluten Free Hummingbird Cake

Mar 16, 2022 ·

This past weekend, I decided to finally make a gluten free hummingbird cake. I've been meaning to make one for a while now, and with spring in the air, it seemed like the perfect time. This cake is so moist and fluffy, and the combination of pineapple and pecans with homemade cream cheese frosting makes it irresistible. If you're looking for a showstopping dessert that's also allergy-friendly, this is the cake for you!

hummingbird cake on a wood cake stand with a wooden spatula lifting a cut piece out

Gluten Free Hummingbird Cake

Hummingbird Cake is a southern classic. It is a moist and fluffy cake that is usually loaded with bananas, pineapples, and pecans. In this recipe, I left out the bananas because one of my guests was allergic and because of that they had never had hummingbird cake. So I decided to make a more nontraditional hummingbird cake that's gluten free as well as banana free. The flavor isn't the same as the old-fashioned hummingbird cake but I gotta say it still turned out moist and so delicious that you won't miss either!

horizonal photo of ingredients for hummingbird cake

Ingredients For Gluten Free Hummingbird Cake

Gluten Free One to One Flour - I like to use Bob's Red Mill 1 to 1 flour
Sugar - White sugar
Eggs - large eggs
Crushed Pineapple - to get that sweet, moist, pineapple flavor.
Vanilla - For the best flavor, make sure you’re using pure vanilla extract, not imitation.
Baking Soda - This is what helps create the slight fluffiness
Salt - A pinch of salt will do the trick to balance out flavors.
Pecans - if your not a big fan of nuts inside your cake you can leave it out.

close up of butter, vanilla, baking powder, and flour

Ingredients For Cream Cheese Frosting

Cream Cheese - Using full fat cream cheese will result in a bettter thicker texture. I like to take it out 20-30 minutes before using so it has softened but is still slighly cold.
Butter - I like to use unsalted butter. It also needs to be softened, so allow it to sit at room temperature for about an hour prior to making frosting.
Powdered Sugar - use powdered sugar not white sugar for a smooth texture.
Vanilla - for the best flavor, make sure you’re using pure vanilla extract, not imitation.
Crushed Pecans - For coating the cake.

How To Make Gluten Free Humming Bird Cake

There are a few things you should know about gluten free baking before we get started. The first is that gluten free flour doesn't absorb moisture the same way that wheat flour does. This means that your cake is going to be denser than a traditional hummingbird cake. Next, the texture is sometimes dryer and more crumbly with gluten free cakes but don't worry this cake will still be moist and delicious!

Start by taking out your butter for the frosting. I like to leave it out for about an hour before I prepare the Frosting. Next, preheat your oven to 350 degrees. Spray two 9” round cake pans with nonstick cooking spray and dust lightly with flour, or use a nonstick baking spray that has the flour in it.

In a large bowl or stand mixer, add flour, sugar, baking soda, and salt blend until it is all combined. I like to use Bob's Red Mill 1 to 1 gluten free flour as it has a good texture and has the xanthan gum added in for you already. You can use a different brand but make sure to use a gluten free 1 to 1 or your cake will not turn out.

adding eggs to the mixing bowl of sugar and gluten free flour

ingredients for hummingbird cake in the kitchen aid mixing bowl

Next, add in eggs, vanilla, and crushed pineapple and mix together until completely combined. If not using a mixer just use a whisk to stir together.

pecans being poured from measuring cup into the hummingbird cake batter

hummingbird cake batter in the kitchen aid mixer bowl

I like to add some chopped pecans right into the cake batter but this is optional and you can leave them out if you like. But they do give the cake a nice texture.

pouring hummingbird cake from mixing bowl into cake pan

hummingbird cake batter in 2 round cake pans

Divide the batter evenly between the prepared 9-inch cake pans, and bake at 350 degrees for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the middle comes out clean. You should also take your cream cheese out of the fridge now so it will be soft enough to beat together with the butter. I like to take it out about 20 minutes before using it. You will want it to still be slightly cold.

Let cakes cool in the pan for about 15 minutes. Run a butter knife along the edge of the cake layer to help separate it from the pan then gently tap the corners of the cake pan to loosen the cake a bit. Turn the pan over to take the cake layers out of the pans.

Let the cakes cool until room temperature or your frosting will be a runny mess. I like to use a cooling wrack to make the process faster but you can just leave them on the counter.

How To Make Cream Cheese Frosting

butter and cream cheese in the kitchen aid mixer bowl

beating butter and cream cheese in the kitchen aid mixer bowl

pouring vanilla into the kitchen aid mixer bowl

You want to use softened room temperature butter so let that sit out for about an hour before making your frosting. And I like to take out the cream cheese about 20 minutes before making frosting so it is still slightly cold.

Use a whisk attachment and beat the butter and cream cheese together on medium-high speed, until smooth, for a couple of minutes. Make sure not to overbeat though because it will make your frosting runnier. Add in Vanilla.

pouring powder sugar into kitchen aid mixer bowl

Set mixer to a low speed and beat in powdered sugar and vanilla extract. Turn up the speed back to medium-high and beat for another minute, until the frosting is light, smooth, and fluffy.

close up photo of nuts being poured on frosted cake with a white plastic spoon

Your ready to frost the cake! Frost the bottom cake layer first on top and the sides and stack the second layer on top. Then frost the second layer on top and the sides. Using a spoon pour the crush pecans all over the cake. And enjoy!

piece of cake on a white plate with the cake on a cake platter in the background

Frequently Asked Questions:

How To Store Hummingbird Cake?

You will want to store this cake in the refrigerator since it has cream cheese frosting on top. I like to take it out about 20 minutes before serving to let it soften up some but my husband likes it better straight out of the fridge so you can do whichever you prefer.

Can I Freeze Hummingbird Cake?

I wouldn't freeze this cake frosted. The cream cheese frosting won't freeze well so instead you can freeze the unfrosted cake layers for up to 3 months, wrap them in plastic wrap or foil, and store them in an airtight container. Add the cream cheese frosting after thawing at room temperature.

Making Hummingbird Cake With Coconut?

You can definitely add shredded coconut to the outside of the cake with the pecans. I bet it would be delicious!

Why Do They Call It Hummingbird Cake?

After a quick search, I found some interesting info on the origins of the hummingbird cake!

The hummingbird cake was created in Jamaica where the dessert is called Doctor bird cake, named after the island's national bird, the scissors-tail hummingbird (locally known as the Doctor bird). You can read all about it by clicking here.

Here Are Some More Cake Recipes For You To Try:

Almond Flour Carrot Cake

Carrot Cake Cupcakes

Peanut Butter Jelly Chocolate Cake

close up of a slice of hummingbird cake on a white plate

Gluten Free Hummingbird Cake

This cake is so moist and fluffy, and the combination of pineapple and pecans makes it irresistible. If you're looking for a showstopping dessert that's also allergy-friendly, this is the cake for you!

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Prep Time 25 mins

Cook Time 30 mins

Total Time 55 mins

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Servings people

Ingredients

Gluten Free Hummingbird Cake

2 cups Gluten Free 1 to 1 Flour I used Bob Mill's 1 to 1 flour
2 cups White Sugar
2 large Eggs
1 20 oz Can Crushed Pineapple
1 teaspoon Baking Soda
2 teaspoon Pure Vanilla Extract
1 teaspoon Salt
½ cups Finely Chopped Pecans (optional)

Cream Cheese Frosting

8 oz Cream Cheese. Softened
1 stick Butter, Softened
2 ½ cups Powdered Sugar
2 teaspoon Pure Vanilla Extract
1 ½ cups Crushed Pecans (to coat cake)

Instructions

Gluten Free Hummingbird Cake

Preheat the oven to 350°. Grease 2 9-inch round cake pans with some nonstick baking spray or you can use cooking spray and sprinkle a couple of tablespoons of flour in each greased pan. Shake the pan gently to spread flour around evenly on the bottom and the sides. Turn the pans over and pat the excess flour out of the pan.
In a large bowl or stand mixer, add flour, sugar, baking soda, salt and blend until it is all combined.
Add in eggs, vanilla, and crushed pineapple and mix together until completely combined. If not using a mixer just use a whisk to stir together.
If using nuts, fold in the chopped pecans.
Divide the batter evenly between the prepared 9-inch cake pans
Bake for 30-35 minutes, check with a toothpick to make sure it's done. Be careful not to overcook or the cake will be dry.
Let cakes cool in the pans for 15 minutes. Then run a butter knife along the edge of the cake and pan to help separate it from the pan. Turn the pan over to take the cake layers out of the pans. You may have to gently tap the corners of the cake pan to loosen the cake up.
Cool cake layers completely on the wire rack or counter before frosting.

Cream Cheese Frosting

Combine the softened butter and cream cheese either in the bowl of the electric mixer or a large mixing bowl and use a hand mixer.
Using the whisk attachement Beat for 3-4 minutes on medium-high speed. Add in vanilla.
Scrape sides and bottom of the bowl and add slowly add in the powdered sugar and vanilla extract. Starting on low speed and then gradually bringing it up to medium-high, beat for another 2-3 minutes until smooth.

Frosting Cake

Frost the bottom cake layer first on top and the sides and stack the second layer on top. Then frost the second layer on top and the sides. Using a spoon pour the crush pecans all over the cake. And enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1slice

Keyword cake, dessert, gluten free, gluten free dessert

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Easy Instant Pot White Chicken Chili

Mar 9, 2022 ·

There's nothing like a big pot of chili to warm you up on a cold day. This Easy Instant Pot White Chicken Chili is one of our favorites – it's budget-friendly and so easy to make. Plus, the combination of flavors is delicious! If you're looking for a new chili recipe to try, be sure to give this one a go. You won't be disappointed!

chicken chili in a bowl with a spoon and avocado on top

Easy Instant Pot White Chicken Chili

Instant Pot recipes are all the rage right now, and for good reason! They're quick, easy, and delicious. If you're looking for an affordable hearty and comforting chili recipe, this easy Instant Pot white chicken chili is perfect for you! It's made with just a few simple inexpensive ingredients, and it's so delicious and satisfying. Plus, it's easy to customize according to your preferences.

ingredients for white chicken chili on a cutting board with a blue towel

Ingredents For Easy Instant Pot White Chili

Chicken Breast - For this recipe, you’ll want to use boneless, skinless chicken breasts.
Chicken Broth - Whatever your favorite brand is will be fine or homemade if you have it.
Frozen Corn - I use white and yellow mix but you could also just use yellow.
Cream Cheese - Makes this chili creamy and delicous/.
Garlic- Fresh garlic will yield MUCH better flavor than pre-minced.
Green Chiles - depending on how much heat you want to add to the chili, get mild or hot.
Jalapeno- If you don't like a lot of spice take out the seeds and ribs of the jalapeno that will make it much less spicy.
Yellow Onion- diced yellow onion is best, but white will also work.
Beans - Use great northen beans, navy beans, or cannellini beans. I used canned great northern beans
Cumin
Chili Powder
Salt
Pepper

ingredients for chicken chili on the cutting board

How To Make Instant Pot White Chicken Chili

White chili is so easy to make and with food prices going up, it's a very affordable dinner. You can enjoy this delicious dish without having any worries about the cost or flavors!

chopped jalapeno on a wood cutting board

Dice up both your onion and jalapenos for the white chili. If you do not like your chili to be spicy you can leave out the jalapeno or you can remove the seeds and ribs of the jalapeno this will calm down a lot of the heat.

Beans in a wood bowl being poured into the instant pot for white chicken chili

corn, green chilis, onion, and spices in instant pot

using a garlic press to add garlic to white chicken chili

Drain and rinse the canned beans and add them to the instant pot, then add in the corn, followed by the onion, garlic, green chiles, and spices. Use a garlic press to add the garlic to the instant pot. If you don't have a garlic press just mince garlic up and add to the instant pot.

horizonal close up of chicken in the pot with pieces of cream cheese on top

adding the chicken stock to the white chicken chili that is in the instant pot

Place the chicken breasts on top of the beans and other ingredients and then place small cubes of the cream cheese on top and pour the chicken broth over the top of the chicken.

above photo of all the ingredients in the instant pot

Place the lid on top of your pressure cooker. Make sure to turn the valve to “seal” and set the pressure cooker to “Beans/Chili.” If your pressure cooker does not have that setting, set it to cook on high pressure for 15 minutes.

Let the pressure cooker do a natural release for 10 minutes and then carefully do a quick release by opening the valve.

The instant pot takes approximately 10 minutes to come to pressure.

metal tongs holding a piece of the cooked chicken above the instant pot

done white chicken chili in the instant pot

Remove the chicken and place in a small bowl, use two forks to shred. Or you can use your stand or hand mixer to shred the chicken even more. Add the chicken back to the instant pot and stir the chili well until all of the ingredients are combined and the cream cheese has melted.

Serve with your favorite toppings!

white chicken chili in a bowl with jalapenos and avocado

Frequently Asked Questions:

Can I Make White Chili Chicken In The Slow Cooker?

You can definitely make this white chicken chili in a slow cooker instead if you'd prefer.

Add all the ingredients into the slow cooker besides the cream cheese. Cover and cook the white chicken chili on LOW for 4 to 6 hours or HIGH for 2 to 4 hours. In the last 30 minutes add in the cream cheese.

How Can I Reheat White Chicken Chili?

When reheating white chicken chili remember to go low and slow so that the creamed cheese won't separate. So cook in a pot over low/ medium-low heat until heated through. You can also use a microwave in 45 seconds to a minute increment stirring in between each one.

Can I Freeze White Chicken Chili?

Yes! I think making a double batch is the best way to make chili cook once eat twice! Once it’s cooked, simply cool before freezing in portions into freezer bags, let all the air out, and close. I like to lay them flat while they freeze and then stand them upright after so it takes up less freezer space. It will stay good in the freezer for up to 6 months.

Easy Instant Pot White Chicken Chili

his Easy Instant Pot White Chicken Chili is one of our favorites – it's budget-friendly and so easy to make. Plus, the combination of flavors is delicious! If you're looking for a new chili recipe to try, be sure to give this one a go. You won't be disappointed!

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Prep Time 10 mins

Cook Time 15 mins

Total Time 35 mins

Course dinner

Cuisine American

Servings people

Ingredients

1 lb Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast
30 oz Northern Beans, rinsed and drained
½ cup Onion, diced
1 ¼ cup Chicken Broth
4 oz Can of Green Chiles
4 oz Cream Cheese
2 teaspoon Chili
1 teaspoon Cumin
1 teaspoon Salt
½ teaspoon Pepper

Optional Toppings

Avocado
Jalapeno Peppers
Cilantro

Instructions

Rinse and drain the northern beans and add them to the Instant Pot
Add in the corn, onions, green chilis and spices.
Place the chicken breast on top of the other ingredents and pour the chickem stock in the instant pot.
Place the lid on top of the pressure cooker. Make sure to turn the valve to “seal” and set the pressure cooker to “Beans/Chili.” If your pressure cooker does not have that setting, set it to cook on high pressure for 15 minutes.
The instant pot takes approximately 10 minutes to come to pressure.
Let the pressure cooker do a natural release for 10 minutes and then carefully do a quick release by opening the valve.
Remove the chicken and place in a small bowl, use two forks to shred. Or you can use your stand or hand mixer to shred the chicken even more. Add the chicken back to the instant pot and stir the chili well until all of the ingredients are combined and the cream cheese has melted.
Add your favorite toppings and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowl

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Keto Tuna Cakes with Greek Yogurt Sriracha Aioli

Feb 25, 2022 ·

Move over crab cakes, there's a new fish in town! These keto tuna cakes with greek yogurt sriracha aioli are gluten free and so easy to make they are the perfect inexpensive (since we make them with canned tuna), quick, and healthy meal. Plus, the sriracha aioli makes them extra delicious. Give these crispy tuna cakes a try and you'll be hooked!

above photo of tuna cakes with Sriracha Aioli and lime as garnish on a gray plate

Keto Tuna Cakes with Sriracha Aiol

Keto is great for losing weight, but it's not just about the diet. I know finding gluten-free recipes can be a challenge and that's why I also love this recipe for those who have gluten sensitivities or celiac disease not just those on the keto diet. I've always loved the taste of tuna and this recipe delivers that same great flavor with gluten-free bread crumbs or almond flour as an alternative to regular bread crumbs. You can choose whichever you prefer, they'll work just fine in binding together these cakes.

close up above photo of all ingredients including tuna in a bowl all sitting on a cutting board

Ingredients For Keto Tuna Cakes

Solid White Albacore Tuna In Qater - I like to use the soild albacore tuna for these cakes also you want one that’s packed in water because you need to drain the tuna of any moisture.
Eggs - Large eggs work best.
Plain Greek Yogurt - for a little flavor and to help bind everthing together.
Lemon Juice - freshly squeezed is the best for the fresh flavor.
Cilantro - use fresh cilantro for the most aroma.
Almond Flour or Gluten Free Bread Crumbs - you can use whichever you prefer.
Onion - A yellow onion works best, as it has a delicate sweetness to it that compliments the other flavors perfectly.
jalapeno – leave jalapeno seeds in for more spicy or take seeds out for less spice.
Salt - to taste
Pepper
Extra Virgin Olive Oil

close up above photo of ingredients for Sriracha Aioli

Ingredients for Sriracha Aioli Sauce

Sriracha - For a spicy, sweet, and tangy flavor
Plain Greek Yogurt - Instead of mayo we are using yogurt to make it healthy and add more protien
Lemon Juice

Sriracha Aioli in a bowl with hot sauce and lemons around it and small whisk

How To Make Sriracha Aioli Sauce

I love Sriracha sauce and use it often for a little heat, usually preferring the taste over most other hot sauces.

The lemon and Greek yogurt tone some of the spice down so you end up with a sweet tangy flavor that pairs excellently with these keto tuna cakes! You can adjust how much spiciness you want in your sauce by simply adjusting amounts according to preference- just remember that less is more, so start out with a small amount. 🙂

ingredients for Sriracha Aioli in a bowl with a small whisk

Sriracha Aioli in a bowl with squeezed lemons in the background

Before you make your salmon cakes you can make this sauce by adding greek yogurt, sriracha, and lemon juice in a small bowl and mix with a small whish or fork until combined.

tuna fish in a bowl with the rest of the ingredients around them

How To Make Gluten Free Keto Tuna Cakes

We use canned tuna fish, which is very cost-efficient plus you can make them quickly, making these tuna cakes the perfect healthy busy weeknight meal! They are cooked up in a skillet to make them the perfect crispy tuna cakes.

I used solid white canned albacore tuna in these tuna cakes you can use regular tuna but the texture of the solid white canned tuna is will taste a bit better.

First, drain your canned tuna in a colander until all the water is out and the tuna is as dry as possible.

diced up jalapenos on a wood cutting board with a knife

chopped cilantro on a wood cutting board with a measuring cup and knife

While the canned tuna is draining dice up the onion, jalapeno, and cilantro. If you are one of the unfortunate people that cilantro tastes like soap to then you can use flat-leaf parsley.

all the ingredients for tuna cakes in a bowl

bowl of ingredient's with bread crumbs being poured in from a wood measuring cup

ingredients for tuna cakes in a blue bowl with a wood measuring spoon putting in the yogurt

Add the onion, jalapeno, cilantro, almond flour, and plain greek yogurt to the bowl with the canned tuna fish.

tuna cake ingredients in a bowl with a wooden spoon

Add in the eggs, freshly squeezed lemon juice, salt, and pepper, and stir until all the ingredients are combined.

plate of tuna cakes on a wood plate with a empty bowl and measuring cut next to it

tuna cakes made into patties on a wood plate

Using about ⅓ cup of mixture per patty shape into 6-8 patties. Stack patties on a plate or baking sheet.

above photo of uncooked tuna cakes in a pan

Heat extra virgin olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat, fry patties for about 5 minutes per side or until golden brown and crispy.

close up above horizonal photo of tuna cakes placed on a plate

TUNA CAKES: FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Are Tuna Cakes Healthy?

Not all tuna cakes are healthy, some have bread crumbs in them with a mayo-based dipping sauce which makes them higher in carbs and fat. In this tuna cake recipe, we use lighter ingredients to make it much more healthy. We replaced the usual bread crumbs with almond flour or gluten free bread crumbs and the sauce on top is made of plain greek yogurt.

Can I Make These Tuna Cakes In The Air Fryer?

Yes, you can make these gluten free tuna cakes in the air fryer. The flavor is the same but I found that the texture is a little off and they were a bit dryer, they were still good not to overly dry but frying them tastes better and it's pretty quick.

If you want to use the air fryer to cook these in the air fryer spray or brush the top of tuna cakes with oil. Cook them in the air fryer at 350°F for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway through the cooking time. Spray the tops again after you flip the patties.

tuna patties on a gray plate with a dollop of Sriracha Aioli and a lime

What To Serve With Keto Tuna Cakes

These tuna cakes can be eaten in so many different ways, you can have them as an appetizer or your main dish. I usually serve them with my healthy mango coleslaw or my oven-roasted asparagus with parmesan but they also go really well over a salad. You can even make tuna cake burger sliders with them so the options are endless.

Storing And Reheating Keto Tuna Cakes

You should store these tuna cakes in an air-tight container in the refrigerator for 2-3 days in the refrigerator. For the best taste reheat them in a frying pan with a little olive oil until heated through and crispy on the outside again.

Keto Tuna Cakes with Greek Yogurt Sriracha Aioli

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Prep Time 15 mins

Cook Time 15 mins

Total Time 30 mins

Course Appetizer, dinner, Side Dish

Cuisine American

Servings people

Ingredients

Keto Tuna Cakes

24 oz Solid White Albacore Tuna
2 large Eggs
⅓ cup Almond Flour
¼ cup Plain Greek Yogurt
½ medium Onion
2 Jalapeno Peppers
3 tablespoon Fresh Lemon Juice
1 teaspoon Salt
½ teaspoon Pepper
4 tablespoon Extra Virgin Olive Oil
1 bunch Fresh Cilantro You can substitute flat leave parsley

Greek Yogurt Sriracha Aioli

1 ½ tablespoon Sriracha
½ cup Plain Greek Yogurt
½ Lemon, Juiced

Instructions

Sriracha Aioli Recipe

In a small boil combine all ingredients for aioli and mix with a small whisk or a fork until blended.

Keto Tuna Cakes

Drain the canned tuna in a colander until all the water is out and the tuna is as dry as possible.
While the canned tuna is draining dice up the onion, jalapeno, and cilantro. If cilantro isn't fot you then you can use flat-leaf parsley.
Add the onion, jalapeno, cilantro, almond flour, and plain greek yogurt to the bowl with the canned tuna fish. Mix to combine.
Add in the eggs, freshly squeezed lemon juice, salt, and pepper, and stir until all the ingredients are combined.
Using about ⅓ cup of mixture per patty shape into 6-8 patties. Stack patties on a plate or baking sheet.
Heat extra virgin olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat, fry patties for about 5 minutes per side or until golden brown and crispy.

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Ultimate Reuben Dip - With Deli Corned Beef

Feb 22, 2022 ·

There's something special about a great dip recipe. This Reuben dip recipe is one of our favorites! It's easy to make, with deli corned beef or pastrami and it always gets gobbled up fast! All you need is a few simple ingredients: deli corn beef, sauerkraut, Swiss cheese, mayonnaise, Russian dressing, and cream cheese. If you're looking for an appetizer that will wow your guests, this is it!

reuben dip on a white plate with bagel chips and a cast iron skillet in the background with a wooden spoon in it

Ultimate Reuben Dip- With Deli Corned Beef

What is Reuben dip? Isn't that just a sandwich in dip form? Well, not quite. This delicious appetizer may have all the flavors of a Reuben sandwich, but it's actually made with cream cheese, swiss cheese, sauerkraut, Russian Dressing, mayo, and of course corned beef. This dip is of course perfect for St. Patrick's Day but you can make it year-round with deli corned beef — making it the perfect party snack! Plus, it's easy to make and can be tailored to your liking. Want more spice? Add hot sauce or mustard. Like it cheesy? Throw in some extra cheese. The possibilities are endless! So get creative and give this dip a try for your next gathering. I promise you won't be disappointed.

Ingredents for Ultimate Reuben Dip

Corned Beef - You can use deli corn beef or pastrami and you can also use left over corned beef brisket.
Mayonnaise - there is enough mayo in this recipe that you should make sure to choose your favorite tasting one because the flavor will come through.
Chive and Onion Cream Cheese - You can use regular cream cheese if you can't finf the chive and onion.
Thousand Island Dressing- gives this dip a little sweet and tangy flavor that is so good!
Swiss Cheese- Swiss cheese is sweet, mild, and nutty and gives this dip a huge flavor punch! I always like to grate my own cheeses when I am going to be melting them they tend to melt better.
Fresh Chives

How To Make Ultimate Ruben Dip - With Deli Corned Beef

You will be amazed at how easy this reuben dip is to make! When it comes to making this dip, you can use either sliced corned beef from the deli or cook your own. I used deli corned beef because it's easier and I didn't have time to make a corned beef brisket and the flavor was just as good! If getting deli sliced corned beef, you can request that it’s shredded. Or, get it sliced and dice it up yourself for the reuben dip.

mayo, chive onion cream cheese, and thousand island dressing

mayo and thousand island dressing being mixed with hand mixer in a blue bowl

First, preheat your oven to 350 degrees

Add your mayo, thousand island dressing, and cream cheese to a bowl using a hand mixer or a whisk mix ingredients together until completely combined.

rolled up deli corned beef on a wood cutting board

chopping up corned beef on a cutting board

ingredients for reuben dip in a gray bowl

Chop the corned beef into small pieces. I like to roll it like the above photo together first to make it easier to slice. Then add chopped corned beef and add it to the bowl. I like to grate my own swiss cheese I like the way it melts better than pre-grated cheese. Add grated swiss to the bowl then add in the sauerkraut that has had the liquid squeezed out to the bowl.

Make sure to squeeze the liquid out of the sauerkraut completely or it will make the dip watery

cast iron casserole dish with bowl of dip mixture next to it IN A BOWL WITH A WOODEN SPOON

Spray a 12 x 9 casserole dish or liked-sized round one with non-stick cooking spray. Add in the dip mixture to greased pan and top with extra swiss cheese, chives, and chopped corned beef.

above photo of cooked reuben dip on a white counter top

rueben dip in a cast iron skillet with a wooden spoon lifting some out

Bake for 25 minutes or until bubbly and golden. Leave in the oven a minute or two extra under the broiler to brown cheese further if desired. Serve immediately with rye crackers, bagel chips, rye bread, or tortilla chips.

above photo of reuben dip with bagel chips

How To Make The Ultimate Reuben Dip In The Slow Cooker

Making this Reuben dip in a slow cooker is just as easy as in the oven.

Follow the directions above until you get to the part where you put it in the pan and instead spray the inside of the slow cooker with non-stick cooking spray and spread the dip mixture. Top it off the same way with the extra shredded Swiss cheese, diced corned beef, and chives.

Cook the reuben dip on HIGH for 30-45 minutes or on LOW for about 2 hours. You can serve the dip right in the slow cooker to keep it warm. Just make sure to set it to the “warm” setting.

Can I freeze Reuben Dip?

I do not recommend freezing this reuben dip. Cream cheese doesn’t stand up to freezing because it’s so high in water content. The texture of the dip after freezing will be grainy and no longer smooth it could also separate and become greasy.

close up reuben dip with bagel chips on a white plate on a white counter top with cheese in the background and cast iron with wood spoon

Preparing Reuben Dip Ahead Of Time

You can prepare this dip a day ahead of time if needed. Just mix the dip and spread the mixture into the baking dish as instructed in the recipe. Then cover with plastic wrap and place in the refrigerator. When you are ready bake for 25-30 minutes.

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Reuben dip in a cast iron skillet with a wood woven charger under the pan

Ultimate Reuben Dip

This Reuben dip recipe is one of our favorites! It's easy to make, with deli corned beef or pastrami and it always gets gobbled up fast! All you need is a few simple ingredients: deli corn beef, sauerkraut, Swiss cheese, mayonnaise, Russian dressing, and cream cheese.

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Prep Time 5 mins

Cook Time 25 mins

Total Time 30 mins

Course Appetizer

Cuisine American

Servings people

Ingredients

8 oz Corned Beef reserve 1 tablespoon for topping.
⅔ cup Thousand Island Dressing
1 cup Sauerkraut See Notes
4 oz Chive and Onion Cream Cheese
1 Cup Mayonnaise
1 ½ Cups Shredded Swiss Cheese

Reuben Dip Topping

½ cup Shredded Swiss Cheese
1 tablespoon Corned Beef (reserved from 8 oz above)
1 teaspoon Fresh Chives

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Spray a casserole dish with non-stick cooking spray.
Grate 2 cups of swiss cheese for dip and topping.
Add your mayo, thousand island dressing, and cream cheese to a bowl using a hand mixer or a whisk mix ingredients together until completely combined.
Chop the corned beef into small pieces and add it into the bowl Add 1 ½ cups of cheese to the bowl reseving the rest of cheese to use later on the top.
Squeeze out your sauerkraut and add it to the bowl. Mix your ingredents all together until combined.
Add in the dip mixture to greased pan and top with extra swiss cheese, chives, and chopped corned beef
Bake for 25 minutes or until bubbly and golden. Serve immediately with rye crackers, bagel chips, rye bread, or tortilla chips.

Notes

Make sure to squeeze the liquid out of the sauerkraut completely or it will make the dip watery

Keyword appetizer, St. Patrick's Day

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Gluten Free Irish Cream Brownie Bites With Irish Buttercream Frosting

Feb 14, 2022 ·

As we all know, St. Patrick's Day is a time to celebrate Irish culture and all things green! Why not make some delicious gluten free brownie bites that are perfect for the occasion? These gluten free Irish cream brownie bites also have an Irish buttercream frosting on top of them which makes them even more perfect! Made with simple ingredients, they're quick and easy to whip up, and they'll make everyone feel festive.

brownie bites on a green plate with green frosting and chocolate chips on top.

Gluten Free Irish Cream Brownie Bites

Gluten free brownies are a delicious treat for anyone. These brownie bites have the perfect balance of chocolate and liqueur, with no gluten in sight! Brownies are one of the desserts that are easily made gluten free without much difference in taste or texture.

I like to use Bob’s Red Mill 1 to 1 Baking flour which combines sweet white rice flour, finely ground brown rice flour, whole grain sorghum flour, potato starch, and tapioca flour with a touch of xanthan gum—just enough to create a chewy delicious brownie!

You can also use regular flour if you are not gluten free and you can use the exact same measurements.

If you are completely gluten free make sure you also get a gluten free Irish cream liquor I used Carolan's Irish Cream for this recipe.

Ingredients For Gluten Free Irish Cream Brownie Bites

For Gluten free Brownies:

Gluten Free Flour - I like to use Bob’s Red Mill 1 to 1 Baking flour it already has the perfect blend of gluten free flours and xanthan gum to make these brownie's chewy and delicous.

Cocoa Powder- use unsweetened 100% cocoa powder.
Sugar - Plain white granulated sugar.
Chocolate Chips- To give it extra chocolate flavor
Butter - it’s best to use unsalted and make sure to melt it.
Eggs - large eggs will work just fine.
Baking Powder - Just a little bit to help them rise.
Pure Vanilla Extract- use pure vanilla extract to elevate all the flavors of these wonderful brownies.
Salt - Just the pinch to balance out the flavor.
Irish Cream Liqour- Make sure to get an Irish cream liquor that is gluten free. I used Carolans Irish Cream.

For Irish Butter Cream Filling:

Butter- it’s best to use unsalted and make sure to melt it.
Powdered Sugar- This is a crucial ingredient for any butter cream recipe and can NOT be substituted with any other sugar!
Salt -Just a pinch!
Irish Cream
Green Food Coloring
Mini Chocolate Chips - To sprinkle on top.

ingredients in wood bowls on a counter top

How To Make Irish Cream Brownie Bites

The first step is to preheat your oven, prepare all your ingredients, and line the mini cupcake pan with liners or nonstick cooking spray, I like to use Pam for baking for these.

Either melt the butter in a medium-sized bowl in the microwave for 20-30 seconds or in a small saucepan on the stove.

ingredients for brownie in stand up mixer

close up of brownie batter in stand up mixer

Add butter mixture to stand mixer or a large bowl, mix in cocoa powder until well combined.

Then add eggs one at a time and mix just for a second to combine. Add baking powder, vanilla, Irish cream liquor (Make sure to get an Irish cream liquor that is gluten-free. I used Carolans Irish Cream), and salt, blend well. Add in the gluten-free flour ½ cup at a time until fully combined.

above photo of brownie mix in a metal bowl with a wooden spoon

close up of brownie batter in a metal bowl with a wooden spoon

Take the bowl off the mixer and stir in the chocolate chips. Stir in chocolate chips until evenly distributed.

scooping brownie batter into the mini cupcake pan

Scoop about 1 tablespoon of batter into the individual spots of the prepared mini muffin pan. Bake at 350 degrees in a preheated oven for 12-15 minutes.

smooshing in the middle of the brownie bites for the frosting

Remove brownie bites from the oven and allow them to cool for approximately 8-10 minutes before using a mini-tart tamper to press into each brownie. If you do not have a tart tamper you can use the backside of a tablespoon to press down into the brownies.

horizonal above photo of brownies on a cooling rack

You can now remove brownies from the mini cupcake pan and place them on a cooling rack. And start making your Irish buttercream frosting!

How To Make Irish Buttercream

milk and butter in a white bowl for the frosting

frosting ingredients for brownie bites in a white bowl with a whisk

green frosting in a white bowl with a metal whisk

Melt the butter for your buttercream frosting in a medium-sized bowl in the microwave or in a small saucepan. Add powdered sugar and butter to a medium bowl and mix well. Add in 1-2 tablespoons of Irish cream to taste. Add in green food coloring until you get your desired green color.

pipping frosting into brownie bites that are on a cooling rack

brownie bites with frosting on them on a cooling rack

Using a piping bag and an open star tip which is a Wilton 4B or whichever one you prefer pipe your Irish buttercream into the center of the brownie bites. Add mini chocolate chips to the top if you'd like! Enjoy!

close up above photo of brownie bites on a green plate

Don't Like Irish Cream Liquor?

If you don't like Irish cream you can always leave it out of the brownies without a substitute. And for the buttercream, you can use the same amount of milk or regular cream that the recipe calls for and it will still taste really really good!

Irish cream brownie bites on a green plate with chocolate chips

How To Store Gluten Free Irish Cream Brownie Bites

It is fine to let these brownies sit out on the counter for a couple of hours while serving. But if you have any leftovers they should be stored in an air-tight container in the refrigerator since they have buttercream on top of them, you can store them for 3-5 days this way. If you would like to store them separately then you can store the brownies in an air-tight container and leave them on the counter and put the buttercream in the fridge and add it to the top before serving.

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above photo of Irish cream brownie bites on a green plate with chocolate chips

Gluten Free Irish Cream Brownie Bites with Irish Butter Cream

These gluten free Irish cream brownie bites have an Irish buttercream frosting on top of them which makes them even more perfect! Made with simple ingredients, they're quick and easy to whip up, and they'll make everyone feel festive.

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Prep Time 20 mins

Cook Time 12 mins

Let Brownie Bites Cool 10 mins

Total Time 32 mins

Course Dessert

Servings Dozen

Equipment

1 Piping Bag
1 Star Tip (wilton 4B)
1 Mini-Tart Tamper If you do not have a tart tamper you can use the bacl of a round tablespoon

Ingredients

Gluten Free Brownie Bite

1 ½ cup Gluten Free 1 for 1 flour See notes
1 ¼ cup Coco Powder
2 ¼ cup Sugar
1 cup Chocolate Chips
4 lrg Eggs
1 cup Butter, melted
1 teaspoon Salt
1 tablespoon Pure Vanilla Extract
1 tablespoon Irish Cream Liqour See notes
½ cup Mini Chocolate Chips (optional)

Irish Buttercream Frosting

½ cup Butter, melted
4 cups Powdered Sugar
1-2 tablespoon Irish Cream Liqour (to your taste) See notes
1 pinch of salt

Instructions

How To Make Gluten Free Brownie Bites

Preheat your oven to 350 degrees and spray your mini muffin pan with non stick cooking spray.
Either melt the butter in a medium-sized bowl in the microwave for 20-30 seconds or in a small saucepan on the stove. Add butter mixture to stand mixer or a large bowl, mix in cocoa powder until well combined. Add eggs one at a time and mix just for a second to combine
Add baking powder, vanilla, Irish cream liquor, and salt, blend well. Add in the flour ½ cup at a time until fully combined. Take the bowl off the mixer and stir in the chocolate chips until evenly distributed
Scoop about 1 tablespoon of batter into the individual spots of the prepared mini muffin pan. Cook brownie bites for 12-15 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean in the center.
Remove brownie bites from the oven and allow them to cool for approximately 8-10 minutes before using a mini-tart tamper to press into each brownie. If you do not have a tart tamper you can use the backside of a tablespoon to press down into the brownies.
Use a butter knife to carefully scrap around the outside of the browie bitesto remove them from the mini muffin pan and place them on a cooling rack.

How To Make Irish Buttercream

Melt your butter in a medium sized bowl in the microwave.
You can use a whisk, stand mixer, or hand mixer for this. Add butter and a pinch of salt to the powdered sugar and beat until creamy. Add in Irish cream liqour and mix until smooth. Add green food coolering until you reach your dessired color.
Scoop your butter cream into a piping bag with a star tip (Wilton 4B) and pipe butter cream into the middle of brownie bite. Top with mini chocoalte chips.

Notes

If brownies rise a little gently use a spoon to press them down to look flat as soon as you remove them from the oven. It will make it easier to press the mini-tart shaper into the brownie if they are not rounded.

Make sure to use a 1 for 1 gluten-free baking flour, I like to use Bob’s Red Mill 1 to 1 Baking flour. 1 for 1 baking flour will already have the xanthan gum in it to make your brownies chewy.

If you are celiac or 100% gluten-free make sure to use a gluten-free Irish cream I used Carolans Irish Cream in these and it is gluten free. You can also just use regular heavy whipping cream and leave out the Irish cream.

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Valentine's Day Fortune Cookies

Feb 8, 2022 ·

Looking for a way to show your love on Valentine's Day? Why not try these Valentine's Day Fortune Cookies! These sweet treats are easy to make and can be personalized with messages of love for your friends and family. Plus, they're perfect for a fun classroom party favor and your kids will love helping you make them too!

Valentine's Day Fortune Cookies

A cookie that was similar to the fortune cook has been around since the 19th century. The first recorded instance was during Japan's Kyoto era when batters were made with sesame and miso rather than vanilla butter; these cookies differ from their American counterparts quite a bit too-they're larger, darker doughy mass. They contain a fortune; however, the paper was wedged into the bend of the cookie, not inside the hollow portion.

ingredients in a bowls and food coloring next to it

Ingredents For Valentine's Day Fortune Cookies

Flour- use all purpose flour. You need gluten free use gluten free one for one flour.
Butter - I like to use unsalted while baking.
Egg Whites- they give the fortune cookie there light and crispy texture
Vanilla- To give it some flavor.
Food Coloring- to make them and red for Valentine's Day

How To Make Valentine's Day Fortune Cookies

Write or print out your fortunes and cut them so they are about 2 inches across and ¾ of an inch in height.

horizonal photo fortune cookie cracked open with a fortune in front of it

Preheat oven to 300 degrees. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or use a silicone baking sheet.

In a large mixing bowl beat together eggs, melted butter, sugar, and vanilla with a whisk or electric mixer until fluffy and frothy, about one minute.

dough before mixing in a metal bowl with a metal whisk

Add in flour and mix until just incorporated. The batter will be thin.

Divide the mixture between 3 bowls add some red food coloring to one bowl to make the cookies
red, add just a couple drops to another bowl to make them pink, and the last bowl you can leave plan. Put a few spoons full of some of the red dough in a piping bag or sandwich bag do the same with a few spoons of pink dough. Cut a tiny hole in the bottom and use it to pipe out hearts onto your cookies.

round circles of cookie dough for fortune cookie

Use the back of the spoon to spread out the cookie dough into a very thin circle. If it’s too thick, the cookie will be chewier and not crispy. I would start with two cookies at a time so you have time to get the hang of making the fold. Then you can make them four at a time, I found any more than four would harden faster than I could make them.

uncooked circles of dough on baking sheet

Use the piping bag with red dough to carefully pipe hearts onto some of your dough. I made some of the cookies plan with red hearts and some red with pink hearts.

the dough for valentines day cookies on a cookie sheet

Bake your cookies for 4-6 minutes (different ovens will vary with time) until brown around the edges. Add the fortune to the middle of the cookie.

valentines fortune cookies on the side of a white bowl

Use a spatula to quickly remove the cookie from the baking sheet. To form the fortune cookie shape, fold the cookie in half, then pull the edges downward over the rim of your bowl like in the above photo. Remember to work quickly before your cookie hardness.

Once you have made your fortune cookie place it into the bottom of a muffin tin to help them keep their shape until they harden completely.

Storing Valentine's Day Fortune Cookie's

After the homemade fortune cookies are completely cool you can store them in a Ziploc bag or an airtight container for up to 3 months in a cool, dry place.

Valentine's Day Fortune Cookies

These sweet treats are easy to make and can be personalized with messages of love for your friends and family. Plus, they're perfect for a fun classroom party favor and your kids will love helping you make them too!

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Servings Cookies

Ingredients

3 Egg Whites
1 teaspoon Pure Vanilla Extract
½ Cup Butter (melted)
¾ Cup Sugar
1 Cup Flour
1 tube red food coloring

Instructions

Write or print out your fortunes and cut them so they are about 2 inches across and ¾ of an inch in height.
Preheat oven to 350 degrees and line your baking sheet with parchment or a silicone baking sheet.
Seperate the egg whites from your yolks.
In a large mixing bowl beat together eggs, melted butter, sugar, and vanilla with a whisk or electric mixer until fluffy and frothy, about one minute.
Add in flour and mix until just incorporated. The batter will be thin.
Divide the mixture between 3 bowls add some red food coloring to one bowl to make the cookies red, add just a couple drops to another bowl to make them pink, and the last bowl you can leave plan.
Put a few spoons full of some of the red dough in a piping bag or sandwich bag do the same with a few spoons of pink dough. Cut a tiny hole in the bottom and use to pipe out hearts onto your cookies.
Use the back of the spoon to spread out the cookie dough into a very thin circle. If it’s too thick, the cookie will be chewier and not crispy.
Bake cookies for 4-6 minutes until lightly browned around the edges.
Add your fortunes to the middle of the cookie Using a spatula quickly remove the cookie from the baking sheet.
To form the fortune cookie shape, fold the cookie in half. Then pull the edges downward over the rim of your bowl like in the above photo. Remember to work quickly before your cookie hardness.
Once you have formed your fortune cookie place it into the bottom of a muffin tin to help it keep it's shape until it hardens completely.

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St. Patrick’s Day Irish Marshmallow Pops Recipe

Feb 5, 2022 ·

If you are looking for a fun and festive St. Patrick’s Day treat, look no further than these St. Patrick's Day Irish Marshmallow Pops! This recipe is easy to follow and doesn’t require any baking, so it is perfect to make with your kids. Plus, the end result is adorable so put on your green and celebrate St Patrick’s Day with me!

st patricks day marshmallow pops dipped in chocolate with sprinkles

St. Patrick’s Day Irish Marshmallow Pops Recipe

Originally, St Patrick’s Day was celebrated as a religious holiday to honor the life and legacy of St. Patrick, but it has become well known for its revelry and celebration with Irish traditions such as wearing green and eating corned beef and cabbage or potatoes. Sometimes, you need something sweet to celebrate an occasion like this one, and what better sweet treat than these fun St. Patrick's Day Irish Marshmallow pops!

above photo of marshmallows, bowl of chocolate chips, and white chocolate chips, bowls of sprinkles

Ingredents For St. Patrick’s Day Irish Marshmallow Pops Recipe

Marshmallows
Chocolate Chips - You can use or semi-sweet or dark chocoalte chips. It just depends on your preference.
White Chocolate Chips - use your favorite white chocolate chips.
Coconut Oil - The coconut oil makes the chocolate harden faster.
St. Patrick's Day Sprinkles - your favorite green and gold sprinkles
Themed Staws - you can find these at the dollar tree or walmart or you can use a skewer cut down.

Making St. Patrick's Day Irish Marshmallow Pops

First, line a baking sheet with wax paper. cut your paper straws in half. Then place ½ of straw into each marshmallow until all the marshmallows have straws in them.

Place your semi-sweet chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl. Add 1 teaspoon of coconut oil on top of the chocolate chips. The coconut oil will help it harder faster, kind of like the magic shell you use on ice cream.

Microwave the semi-sweet chocolate chips at 50% power for 30 seconds then remove and stir. Continue to microwave the chocolate, 30 seconds at a time, Alternating between heating and stirring. This will help even out the heating so that each piece gets warm without burning or overcooking any others on top.

Roll the marshmallows on the stick in the melted chocolate until completely covered top to bottom. Place the covered marshmallows on the parchment-lined baking sheet.

This will leave a flat side on the marshmallow, if you want it rounded all the way around you will need to let it dry standing up. I would use a craft foam block like the ones you would stick fake flowers in and stick the pops in them to dry.

Place the marshmallow pops in the refrigerator to speed up hardening. .

While the marshmallows harden melt your white chocolate the same way you did the semi-sweet chocolate but without the coconut oil. Microwave the white chocolate chips at 50% power for 30 seconds then remove and stir. Continue to microwave the chocolate, 30 seconds at a time, Alternating between heating and stirring.

white frosting in a pipping bag and 2 chocolate covered marshmallows on sticks

Spoon the melted white chocolate into a pastry bag and cut a small tip at the end of the bag. This is the fun part, take the pastry bag and pipe white chocolate over the pops back and forth in thin lines. Then add your choice of sprinkles. Cool again in the refrigerator for a few minutes until the white chocolate hardens.

How To Store St. Patrick's Day Irish Marshmellow Pops

Marshmallow Pops will last for 3-5 days in an airtight container. You do not need to store them in the refrigerator but if you want to you can just take them out about 20-30 minutes before eating so the marshmallows will soften back up.

close up of marshmallows with sprinkles and chocolate

St. Patrick's day marshmallows dipped in chocolate with sprinkles on top

St. Patrick's Day Irish Marshmallow Pops

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Prep Time 10 mins

Total Time 30 mins

Course sweets

Servings

Ingredients

8 Marshmallows
1 cup Chocolate Chips
½ teaspoon Coconut Oil
½ cup White Chocolate
St. Patrick's Day Sprinkles
4 Themed Straws Cut In Half

Instructions

Line a baking sheet with wax paper. Cut your paper straws in half. Then place ½ of straw into each marshmallow until all the marshmallows
Place your semi-sweet chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl. Add 1 teaspoon of coconut oil on top of the chocolate chips.
Microwave the semi-sweet chocolate chips at 50% power for 30 seconds then remove and stir. Continue to microwave the chocolate, 30 seconds at a time, Alternating between heating and stirring.
Roll the marshmallows that you placed on the sticks in the melted chocolate until completely covered top to bottom. Place it on the parchment lined baking sheet.
Place the marshmallow pops in the refrigerator to speed up hardening.
Melt your white chocolate the same way you did the semi-sweet chocolate but without the coconut oil.
Spoon the melted white chocolate into a pastry bag and cut a small tip at the end of the bag. Take the pastry bag and pipe white chocolate over the pops back and forth creating thin lines of white chocolate.
Sprinke the Sprinkles all over the white chocolate then place in the fridge to harden.

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Dairy-free Ground Beef Stroganoff

Feb 1, 2022 ·

I'm excited to share this delicious dairy-free beef stroganoff recipe with you. It's perfect for a cozy winter dinner. The beef is cooked in a creamy dairy-free sauce and can be served over noodles or can easily be made gluten-free. You'll love it!

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What is the origin of beef stroganoff and is it German or Russian

Beef stroganoff is a Russian dish, but German cuisine has a similar meat sauce recipe called 'Sauerbraten'. In this version, the beef is marinated in vinegar and spices before being slow-cooked with onions and raisins.

It was originally created back in the 19th century in Russia by Count Alexander Grigorievich Stroganoff (or his chef there is some debate over that) it then made its way to France and eventually made its way across Europe and to America. Today Beef Stroganoff is very popular both in and outside Russia. The American way of making beef stroganoff is different than Russian stroganoff, the biggest difference being the use of tomato paste or sauce.

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What is stroganoff sauce made of

A stroganoff sauce usually consists of sour cream, mustard, and chopped fresh herbs. This version replaces the sour cream and heavy cream with coconut milk and beef stock to keep it dairy-free, then added fresh parsley for extra flavor. It's the perfectly creamy sauce to serve over meat, noodles, rice, or potatoes!

ingredients for beef stroganoff on a cutting board

Ingredients for dairy-free ground beef stroganoff

Olive Oil
Ground Beef- I prefer to use ground beef in this recipe. However, you could instead opt for ground turkey or ground chicken.
Onion Diced - Vidalia onion or yellow onion... a white onion will also get the job done.
Mushrooms – You can use the traditional button white mushrooms like I have or a medley of baby bella (crimini) mushrooms, shiitake, oyster mushrooms, or any others you love.
Flour- You can use all-purpose flour or you can substitute it for gluten free one for one flour, you may have to add a little more to thicken it up.
Garlic- it’s always best to use fresh garlic, but in a pinch, you can use garlic paste or a jar of pre-minced garlic.
Beef Broth- To add the best flavor in your sauce.
Coconut Milk- This is what gives the sauce the rich, creamy consistency that’s so delectable. Make sure to use full fat so the sauce thickens well.
Dairy-Free Sour Cream- Whatver your favorite dairy-free sour cream happens to be mine is Dollop Lama Cashew Topping
Worcestershire Sauce
Salt
Pepper
Egg Noodles - You can use wide egg noodles or if you need it to be gluten free you can use gluten free noodles or instead do mash potatoes or rice.

How to make dairy-free beef stroganoff sauce

When it comes to cooking, the best thing is being able to measure and slice all your ingredients before starting. This way you don’t have any last-minute runs looking for ingredients, measuring, and chopping. That’s how we (I mean me) burn dinner! So slice your mushrooms, dice the onion, and mince the garlic.

First, start off by boiling your pasta according to package directions until al dente.

Cut up your onion, mushrooms, and In a large preheated skillet over medium-high heat, add olive oil and then ground beef (or whatever meat you prefer) and break it up into tiny pieces. Heat until it beef is browned and almost cooked through. You may need to drain off any excess fat from the bottom of your pan before adding other ingredients but leave a little so everything else you add doesn't stick.

close up of beef and mushrooms for beef stroganoff in a pan

Add pressed garlic and onions. Sauté until the onions are translucent. Add the sliced mushrooms and sauté for another 5 minutes. Add flour and stir until fully mixed in, be sure not to let any lumps form.

Add the beef broth, coconut milk, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and black pepper, and bring to a simmer. Turn the heat to low and simmer for an additional 5 minutes. Remove from heat and add in the dairy-free sour cream. Stir again to combine all of your ingredients together.

Drain the pasta with and in a calendar and serve your ground beef stroganoff sauce over it.

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What sides go with beef stroganoff

There is no one way to serve Stroganoff because it’s one of those dishes that will go with so many side dishes. You can make it a little lighter or more comforting by choosing different side dishes to try with it.

Egg Noodles

Any pasta

Mashed potatoes

Mashed cauliflower

Rice

Quinoa

Riced cauliflower

Broccoli

Mixed vegetables

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Can you freeze ground beef stroganoff

Yes, turn this stroganoff into a freezer meal by following directions all the way up to the sour cream but Do NOT add sour cream. Let it cool completely and put it into an air-tight freezer-safe container or a freezer bag. Freezing for up to 3 months. When you are ready to cook take it out of the freezer the night before and place it in the fridge to defrost, next cook in a pan over medium heat once it is heated through remove from the heat and add the dairy-free sour cream. Stir and enjoy!

What is the best way to store and reheat stroganoff?

If you have leftover beef stroganoff that you do not want to freeze or have already added the dairy free sour cream to then you want to store it in an air-tight container in the refrigerator for 2-3 days. The best way to reheat stroganoff is going to be on the stovetop because of the sour cream you will have less of a chance of the sauce separating this way. Heat in a pan over medium heat this will take about 15-20 minutes

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Dairy-Free Ground Beef Stroganoff

I'm excited to share this delicious dairy-free beef stroganoff recipe with you. It's perfect for a cozy winter dinner. The beef is cooked in a creamy sauce and served over noodles. You'll love it!

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Prep Time 10 mins

Cook Time 20 mins

Total Time 30 mins

Course Main Course

Cuisine American

Servings people

Ingredients

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 lb lean ground beef you can also use ground turkey or chicken
1 ½ medium vidalia onion, diced
1 lb Mushrooms, sliced
2 tablespoon flour you can sub gluten free flour
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup beef broth
1 cup coconut milk You can also sub for your favorite dairy free milk
⅓ cup dairy-free sour cream
1 teaspoon worcestershire sauce
½ tsp salt
½ teaspoon ground pepper
12 oz package of wide egg noodles you can also use gluten-free noodles, mashed potatoes, rice, or quinoa

Instructions

Prepare your ingredients before starting to cook.
Preheat a large cooking pan over medium-high heat and add oil. Season ground beef with some salt and pepper cook over medium-high heat until brown and almost done. Drain off exess grease.
Add pressed garlic and onions. Sauté until the onionsare translucent. Add the sliced mushrooms and sauté for another 5 minutes. Addflour and stir until fully mixed in, be sure not to let any lumps form.
Add the beef broth, coconut milk, worcestershire sauce, saltand black pepper and bring to a simmer. Turn the heat to low and simmerfor an additional 5 minutes.
Remove from heat and add in the dairy-free sourcream. Stir again to combine all of your ingredients together.
Serve over pasta, rice, mashed pototoes, or any other side you'd like

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Gluten Free holiday Sugar Cookies (TRI-COLORED)

Dec 8, 2021 ·

There's no such thing as too many holiday cookie recipes, and trust me there are a ton online. Want to make something new this year? Try your hand at these easy Gluten Free Tri-colored Christmas cookies! Made with only a few simple ingredients that you probably already have in your pantry, they are so easy to make and sure to be a huge hit!

green and red christmas cookies on a marble counter top with green, white. and red sprinkles.

I love to bake and found that gluten free baking can be just as simple as regular baking, you just need to use a gluten free flour blend. I like to use Bob’s Red Mill 1 to 1 Baking flour which combines sweet white rice flour, finely ground brown rice flour, whole grain sorghum flour, potato starch, and tapioca flour with a touch of xanthan gum—just enough to create a chewy delicious cookie!

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Ingredients for gluten free sugar cookies:

½ cup butter, softened
½ cup sugar
¼ cup brown sugar
1 egg
½ teaspoon vanilla
1 ½ tablespoons milk
1 ¾ cup gluten-free flour blend (like Bob Red Mill)
1 teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon salt

How to Make Tri Colored Gluten Free Christmas Sugar Cookies:

First, preheat the oven to 350°F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper and set them aside. In a medium bowl, whisk together the gluten-free flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside. Next in a mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about one to two minutes. Add in egg, vanilla, and milk, mix until combined. Slowly add in the dry ingredients and mix until combined.

cookie dough balls in a glass bowl one is red one is green the other is plain dough

Split the dough into three balls and dye one of the balls red and the other green (or whatever color you desire) by kneading the dough with your hands until blended evenly. Lay parchment paper down on your counter and break up pieces of the dough and place them in no particular order on the parchment paper. Top with the second sheet of parchment and roll the dough out to about ¼-inch thickness.

balls of tri colored cookie dough laid out on parchment

cookie dough rolled out with parchment paper on top of it and cutters next to it

Cut shapes out of the dough with any cookie cutter you'd like. I like the metal ones because they seem to cut the best for me. You can find the ones I use by clicking here.

rolled cookie dough with Christmas shapes cut into it

christmas cookies cut out and on parchment lined cookie sheet

Once you have your cookies all cut out carefully remove the extra dough around them and place them on the parchment-lined baking sheet about an inch apart from each other. Bake for 10-12 minutes. Cool before removing the cookies from the tray so they don't break apart.

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Gluten Free Holiday Sugar Cookies (Tri-colored cookies)

Yield: 2 dozen

Super easy Gluten-Free Holiday Sugar Cookies are so good you wont even know they are gluten free!

Ingredients

½ cup butter, softened
½ cup sugar
¼ cup brown sugar
1 egg
½ teaspoon vanilla
1 ½ tablespoons milk
1 ¾ cup gluten-free flour blend
1 teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
Red and Green food coloring

Instructions

To Make the Cookie Dough:

Preheat oven to 350°F
In a mixing bowl, whisk together the gluten-free flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside
Using a stand or hand mixer cream the butter and sugars together until light and fluffy, about 1 to 2 minutes
Add in the milk, egg, and vanilla mix together until well blended
Slowly add in the dry ingredients until all mixed together
Separate your dough into 3 even balls
Use red and green food coloring to color two of the dough balls

Baking Cookies

Lay parchment paper down on the counter

Break up pieces of dough and place them in no particular order on the parchment paper
Top with the second sheet of parchment and roll the dough out to ¼ inches
Use your favorite cookie cutters to cut out dough
Place dough on a parchment-lined cookie sheet about 1 inch apart and bake for 10-12 minutes
Cool completely before removing it from the baking sheet so the cookies don't fall apart.

Nutrition Information:

Yield: 12 Serving Size: 2
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 188Total Fat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 36mgSodium: 198mgCarbohydrates: 26gFiber: 0gSugar: 12gProtein: 3g

Nutritional information is not always 100% accurate.

Peanut Butter Chocolate Acorns {Easy Fall Snacks}

Nov 4, 2021 ·

You will love these cute little fall snacks, they are so easy to make with only 3 ingredients! These Peanut Butter Chocolate Acorns are made with mini nutter butter bites, Hershey's Chocolate Kisses, and Mini Chocolate chips. That's it, you won’t find an easier or more delicious recipe this fall!

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Peanut Butter Chocolate Acorns

Peanut Butter Chocolate acorns are a fun fall treat that your kids will love making with you. My son is really into helping in the kitchen these days and he loved helping me make this easy fall snack. He pretty much made them on his own I just helped with melting the chocolate to stick everything together.

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Ingredients for Peanut Butter Chocolate Acorns

horizonal photo of ingredients for acorns

This recipe only takes three simple ingredients.

Hershey Kisses- as the acorn

Mini Nutter Butter Cookie bites - Acts as the top of the acorn

Mini Chocolate Chips- as the stem of the acorn and as the “glue” to hold them together

How to Make Peanut Butter Chocolate Acorns

close up photo of a bowl of mini chocolate chips, hershey kisses, and nutter butter bites

Unwrap the Hershey kisses and set them aside.

Melt ¼ Cup of the mini chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second increments until melted stirring in between each of the 30 seconds.

melted chocolate in a glass bowl on a gray counter top with mini chocolate chops and chocolate peanut butter acorns

Dip the bigger end of the Hershey kisses into the melted chocolate then attach the nutter butter cookie to it using the melted chocolate as the glue. Continue until you have attaches all the cookies to the kisses. Let them sit for a minute for the chocolate to completely harden.

reheat the chocolate for 20 seconds if it has started to harden. Then dip the mini chocolate chips into the chocolate and attach them to the other side of the nutter butter bite to make the acorn stem. Put the tray of chocolate peanut butter acorns into the fridge to harden for a few minutes.

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How To Store chocolate peanut butter acorns

These acorns are just as easy to store as they are to make. Just put them in a zip lock bag or an airtight container and leave them on the counter or in the refrigerator.

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Peanut Butter Chocolate Acorns {Easy Fall Snacks}

This is an easy 3 ingredent fall dessert! Made with nutter butter cookies, hersheys kisses, and mini chocolate chips!

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Prep Time 10 mins

Cook Time 1 min

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Servings

Ingredients

1 12oz bag of Hershey's Chocolate Kisses
1 12oz bag mini chocolate chips
1 8oz bag of Nutter Butter Bites Cookies

Instructions

Unwrap the Hershey's Kisses and set them aside
Add ¼ cup of chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave for 30 seconds intervals stirring in between each interval until melted.
Dip the bigger end of the Hershey kisses into the melted chocolate then attach the nutter butter cookie to it using the melted chocolate as the glue. Continue until you have attaches all the cookies to the kisses. Let them sit for a minute for the chocolate to completely harden.
reheat the chocolate for 20 seconds if it has started to harden. Then dip the mini chocolate chips into the chocolate and attach them to the other side of the nutter butter bite to make the acorn stem.
put the tray of chocolate peanut butter acorns into the fridge to harden for a few minutes.

Keyword chocolate, sweet

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Easy Peanut Butter M&M Fudge - For Halloween

Oct 19, 2021 ·

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It's that time of year again! Halloween is just around the corner, and what better way to celebrate Halloween than with some easy Peanut Butter M&M Fudge? This recipe is made with a jar of fluff which makes it extra creamy and so delicious! An added bonus is it is so easy you won't even need a candy thermometer and it will be done in less than 10 minutes.

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Peanut butter M&M Fudge stacked on a wood cutting board

EASY PEANUT BUTTER M&M FUDGE

This fudge is seriously the best fudge ever! I love sweets and peanut butter so this fudge was an obvious choice, peanut buttery, creamy and delicious. What a way to kick off the Halloween season with some Easy Peanut Butter M&M Fudge! I promise you're going to love it!

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Ingredients for Peanut Butter M&M Fudge

You only need seven simple and inexpensive ingredients to whip up this perfect homemade Halloween fudge. It’s a budget-friendly recipe that you’ll love making! Plus, you likely already have some of (if not all) of these ingredients in your kitchen.

Peanut Butter – Any brand should do the trick, so just use your favorite. Also, use creamy not crunchy.
Sugar - Plain white granulated sugar is called for here, nothing fancy!
Butter – it’s best to use unsalted butter.
Evaporated Milk – This helps create the creamy consistency for the fudge.
Marshmallow Fluff – This is one of my favorite ingredients! It helps create the sweet flavor and decadent, velvety consistency of fudge.
Vanilla - Pure vanilla extract will always give you the best flavor.
Halloween M&M's – They balance well with the peanut butter.

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How to Make Halloween Peanut Butter Fudge WIth M&M's

Start by lining a 13x9 inch baking pan with parchment paper or you can spray it with cooking spray. Set aside.

Combine butter, sugar, and milk in a heavy saucepan. Bring the pan to a full boil over high heat, stirring constantly. This won't take long so make sure you stay close.

Reduce the heat to medium and continue to stir for 5 minutes. Remove from heat. Stir in peanut butter until fully melted.

pouring milk into the sauce pan with the butter and sugar

Add jar of fluff and vanilla, beat until well blended and fluff is fully melted and combined. Fold in candy immediately.

Fold in candy immediately. Spread in a 13x9 inch baking pan, greased or lined with parchment. I like to put the fudge in the refrigerator for 1-2 hours or until firm. Cut into squares as big or small as your heart desires and serve!

adding in fluff to peanut butter mixture

pouring fudge into parchment paper lined pan

fudge in parchment paper lined baking dish

Do I Need To Chill Fudge?

Chilling the fudge helps it set up nice and quickly, so you can cut it into pieces and eat it faster! The fudge will be pretty soft and might not hold its shape if it is left out at room temperature for too long, but that won't affect how delicious and creamy the fudge tastes!

How To Store HomeMade Peanut Butter M&M Fudge

If you plan on eating the fudge within a couple of days, you can store fudge at room temperature. Line a container with parchment paper, make sure the container has an air-tight lid. This will help keep the fudge from drying out. You can find my favorite baking dish with a lid by clicking here.

If you think it will take more than a couple of days to eat this fudge then keep it in the refrigerator in an air-tight container.

You can always freeze this fudge as well. To freeze fudge, wrap each piece of fudge in parchment paper and then wrap it in plastic wrap. Put the wrapped pieces in a freezer zip-lock bag it will keep in the freezer for 2-3 months. To thaw, pull a wrapped piece of fudge out of the freezer and leave it on the counter until it's thawed.

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Easy Peanut Butter M&M Fudge - For Halloween

What better way to celebrate Halloween than with some easy Peanut Butter M&M Fudge? This Peanut Butter M&M Fudge is smooth, creamy, and soft with a delicate mixture of chocolate and peanut butter where neither flavor overpowers the other.

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Prep Time 20 mins

Cook Time 5 mins

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Ingredients

1 jar Fluff
2 ½ cups Sugar
¾ Cup Butter
⅔ Cup Evaporated Milk
1 ½ Cup Creamy Peanut Butter
1 teaspoon teaspoon Pure Vanilla
1 ½ Cup Halloween M&M's

Instructions

Line a 13x9 inch baking pan with parchment paper or you can spray it with cooking spray. Set aside.
Combine butter, milk, sugar, and salt in a heavy saucepan. Bring to a full boil over high heat, stirring constantly. Once it comes to a boil reduce the heat to medium and continue to stir for 5 minutes. Remove from heat.
Stir in peanut butter until fully melted.
Add jar of fluff and vanilla, mix until well blended and fluff is fully melted.
Fold in candy immediately.
Spread in a 13x9 inch baking pan, greased or lined with parchment. I like to put the fudge in the refrigerator for 1-2 hours or until firm.
Cut into squares as big or small as your heart desires and serve!

Keyword dessert, Halloween

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The Ultimate Halloween Trail Mix

Oct 11, 2021 ·

This Ultimate Halloween Trail Mix is so easy and makes the perfect treat for Halloween parties and Halloween-themed events. I make this Halloween snack mix every year with my kids for their classroom Halloween parties and it's always a hit! It only takes a handful of ingredients and under 5 minutes and your kids will love helping you make it! Parties can be so tedious and stressful to plan, so why not let this Halloween trail mix do all the work for you?

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This post is more to give you an idea of ingredients than it is a recipe so you can if you are missing something or don't like something just change it out with something else. Make this recipe your own by adding your family's favorite Halloween candy, add more of what you like, take out what you don't. It will still taste amazing!

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Ingredients For Halloween Trail Mix

The ingredients are simple and can be customizable with all your favorite Halloween candy and snacks. For all the measurements, see the recipe card below.

Chex Mix
Reese’s Pieces
Mini Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups
White chocolate covered pretzel
Chocolate covered pretzels
White chocolate chips
Caramel Popcorn
Brach’s Autumn Mix - You could use a bag of candy corn and candy pumpkins if you can't find the autumn mix.

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How To Make The Ultimate Halloween Trail Mix

This is so simple to make you just combine all the ingredients in a large bowl and mix it together with a big spoon or your hands. When you are done store it in a ziplock bag, jar, or an air-tight container.

the ultimate halloween trail mix in a white bowl on a table

Other Fun Ingtedients we like:

Marshmallows
M&M's
Regluar or Cheddar Popcorn
Nuts- Any Kind But We Like Peanuts or Cashews
Tiny Twists Pretzels
Raisinets or plain raisins
Royal Icing Eyeballs

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Storing The Ultimate Halloween Trail Mix

Keeping trail mix at room temperature in a tightly sealed container keeps it fresh longer. I like to keep it in a mason jar, plastic ziptop bags, or Tupperware containers with a tightly sealed lid. It will keep for at least 2 weeks and sometimes longer if sealed tightly.

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Here are some more easy Halloween treats you can make for your upcoming Halloween Parties!

GLUTEN-FREE HALLOWEEN CANDY CORN GHOST CUPCAKES -These Gluten-Free Halloween Candy Corn Ghost Cupcakes are so cute and easy to make!

NO-BAKE PUMPKIN CHEESECAKE MUMMY TRUFFLES (GLUTEN-FREE) - These easy gluten-free no-bake white chocolate pumpkin cheesecake truffle mummies are the perfect treat to make with your little ghosts & goblins.

HALLOWEEN MUMMY HOT DOGS - These Halloween Mummy Dogs make the perfect fun addition for your Halloween party or dinner. We make this mummy hot dog recipe every year as it is an easy fun dinner for my kids!

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The Ultimate Halloween Trail Mix

Learn how to make the perfect Halloween Treat with this quick and easy recipe!

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Prep Time 5 mins

Course Dessert, Snack, sweets, Treat

Cuisine American

Ingredients

1 Cup Chex Mix
9.9 oz Bag Reeses Peices
7.6 oz Bag Reeses Minis Unwrapped
7.5 oz Bag White Cholate Covered Pretzels
7.5 oz Bag Chocolate Covered Pretzels
1 Cup White Chocolate Chips
2 Cups Caramel Popcorn
1 bag Autum Mix Candy (Candy Corns and Pumpkins)

Instructions

Add all ingredents in a bowl and mix with a spoon our your hands
Store in mason jars, ziplock bags, or tuberware with a tight fitting lid.

Keyword Halloween

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Gluten-free Halloween Candy Corn Ghost Cupcakes

Oct 5, 2021 ·

We love Halloween around here, don't you? These Gluten-Free Halloween Candy Corn Ghost Cupcakes are so cute and easy to make! This is the perfect recipe for a Halloween treat, especially if you love gluten-free baking. These cute Halloween cupcakes are light and airy, and the creamy, fluffy frosting is absolutely delicious!

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Four Halloween Candy Corn Ghost Cupcakes on a wood serving plater. With candy corns around it.

using Gluten-Free Flour

I like to use King Authors gluten-free measure for measure flour or Bob Red Mill's 1-1 Gluten-Free Flour both yield similar results. They are perfect for baking these gluten-free ghost cupcakes because they give the cupcakes a great gluten-free texture.

If you are familiar with gluten-free baking you know you usually have to add xanthan gum to gluten-free recipes to help bind the baked good together and it helps to replace the elasticity and texture of gluten. Well, both of these flours already have the xanthan gum in them, so you don't have to worry about that.

If you can't find either of these flours or you just want to use a different gluten-free flour that doesn't have xanthan gum you can add 1 teaspoon xanthan gum to the recipe. But make sure to check because adding xantham gum to flour that already has it in it will make your cupcakes very gummy.

Not all gluten-free flours are created equal. You may experience different baking results depending on the gluten-free flour blend you choose.

horizonal photo 7 Candy Corn Ghost Cupcakes on a wood serving plater. With candy corns around it.

Equipment Needed To Make Cupcakes

Cupcake pan - you can't make cupcakes without the pan!
A hand mixer, stand mixer or whisk.
I like to use cupcake liners so I don't have to worry about the cupcakes sticking and it helps with clean up. For this recipe, I used cute Halloween liners that I found at Target.
I like to use a scoop to make all my cupcakes the same size so they bake evenly. For these cupcakes, I used a #20 scoop it is a standard cupcake size. Click here to find it on Amazon. (you can always use a tablespoon and to add the batter to each cupcake pan)

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Tips for Making These The Best Gluten-Free Cupcakes

Make sure you cream the butter and sugar completely. This will ensure that your cupcakes turn out perfect and that they’re not too dense.
Let your cupcakes cool completely before you frost them. If you don’t let your cupcakes cool completely the buttercream will melt and all your pretty piping will be ruined. You want the frosting to stay smooth and velvety.
Everyone’s oven is slightly different. I like to turn my pan halfway through baking and towards the end of the baking time I keep a close eye on the oven.
Use Good Vanilla since it is one of the main flavors in this recipe I wouldn't skimp on it for these cupcakes.
Make sure to measure your flour properly. You want to scoop your floor then use a knife to level it so you get the right amount.
Use room temperature eggs and room temperature butter. At room temperature, egg yolks break more easily, allowing them to mix more evenly with the egg whites and other ingredients.
Don't overfill your cupcake liners or they won't rise properly and you may end up with lopsided cupcakes.

ingredients for Halloween cupcakes including eggs on a wood cutting board

Reasons To Use Room Temperature Eggs

I always like to use room-temperature eggs while baking. You will get better volume and achieve a lighter, fluffier texture in your baked goods. In addition, room-temperature eggs will whip up faster and more easily than cold eggs. Room temperature egg yolks are also easier to incorporate into the batter at the beginning of mixing, which further contributes to a light and fluffy product.

You can leave eggs out on the counter with your butter for about 30 minutes before baking. If you forget to take your eggs out of the fridge just put them in a bowl of warm NOT hot water for 10-15 minutes or so and they will be at room -temperature by baking time.

When a recipe calls for an egg-white like this one does first separate your egg white from the yoke while cold because it is easier when still chilled. Then let your egg white come to room temperature in the bowl before adding to your cake mixture.

Do not leave your eggs sitting at room temperature for more than 2 hours because bacteria can grow in them.

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Ingredients For gluten-free Vanilla Cupcakes

Gluten-Free One For One Flour
Unsalted Butter - At Room Temperature
Sugar
Large Egg - At Room Temperature
Egg White - At Room Temperature
Baking Powder
Pure Vanilla Extract
Almond Extract (optional)
Skim Milk - You Can Also Use Whole Milk or Almond Milk
Kosher Salt

ingredients for gluten free halloween cupcakes, including candy corn, butter, flour

Making Your Candy Corn Ghost Cupcakes

Now let's get to baking these Halloween candy corn ghost cupcakes!

About 30 minutes before baking take out your eggs and butter for your cupcakes and frosting so it can soften. Go ahead and separate your egg white from the egg yolk because it will be easier to do while it's still cold.

Preheat your oven to 325 degrees with a rack in the middle of the oven and Line your cupcake pan with cupcake liners and set it aside.

cupcake pan with liners on a table with candy corns

Measure flour by scooping it into a measuring cup then use a knife to level flour off then add it to a small bowl. Combine the baking powder, and salt into the small bowl with the flour. Set flour mixture aside.

In a large mixing bowl, either using a stand mixer or an electric hand mixer with the whisk attachment beat butter and sugar until creamed and combined.

butter and sugar in a stand mixer for halloween cupcakes

If your mixer doesn’t have a whisk attachment, beat for 5 minutes using the paddle attachment. If you only have a regular hand whisk mix quickly for 5-8 minutes until thickened.

Add egg and beat on low for 30 seconds or so, add in egg white and continue to beat on low to combine. Add in milk, pure vanilla extract, and almond extract mix until thickened, about 2 minutes at medium-high speed.

butter, sugar, and vanilla in a stand mixer for halloween cupcakes

Add the flour mixture of dry ingredients to the bowl and mix by hand or on the low speed of a mixer until just combined. Scrape the bottom and sides of the bowl, then mix again only for a few seconds to fully incorporate. DO NOT OVERMIX your batter or it will become tough.

adding powder sugar to a stand mixer for Candy corn ghost cupcakes

Pour batter evenly into the cupcake liners, filling them about ¾ of the way. I use a #20 scoop to get an even amount of batter each time. Bake for 18-20 minutes. Do a toothpick test at 18 minutes to check for doneness.

Once your cupcakes are done cooking let them cool completely before you frost them.

cooked cupcakes on a cooling wrack with candy corn

ingredents for buttercream frosting

Unsalted Butter - softened
Powdered Sugar
Pure Vanilla Extract
Almond Extract
Heavy Cream
Kosher Salt
Yellow And Orange Food Coloring
Royal Icing Eyes - for garnish
Pastry Bags And Tips - Wilton #30 and Wilton #1A

frosting in three white bowls on a wood table for cupcakes

Making vanilla buttercream frosting for candy corn ghost cupcakes

Place room temperate unsalted butter in a large bowl, you can use an electric hand mixer or stand mixer if you have one. Beat butter until it is creamed and fluffy (about 3-5 minutes) at high speed.

Lower the speed of the mixer. Add 1 cup of powdered sugar at a time alternately, beating after each addition of powdered sugar. Add cream, add salt, and add pure vanilla extract and almond extract to the bowl mix until combined. You can add in more heavy cream if needed for desired consistency.

collage of butter and sugar being beat in stand mixer for cupcakes

Decorating Instructions for candy corn ghost cupcakes

Evenly divide frosting into 3 separate bowls, color one bowl with the yellow food coloring drops and the other with the orange food coloring drops.

3 bowls of frosting one yellow one white one orange on a wood table

Fill 3 pastry bags with each colored frosting. For the yellow and orange frosting use a closed star tip (Wilton 30 tip) you can find it on amazon by clicking here. For the white frosting using a round tip (Wilton 1A) you can find it on Amazon by clicking here.

orange butter cream frosting in white bowl with a whisk

Use your orange pastry bag and go around the bottom of each of the cupcakes at an angle, then do the same thing with your yellow frosting layering it around the top of the orange frosting.

Take your white pastry bag of frosting and layer it on top of the yellow frosting going around the cupcake to make it look like a ghost. Last, Finish your cupcakes with royal icing eyes. Now you have the cutest little candy corn ghost cupcakes for Halloween.

gluten-free halloween cupcakes on a wood plater sitting on a wood table with a jar of candy corn in the background

How To Store Candy Corn Ghost Cupcakes

You can leave these cute cupcakes out on the counter covered for several hours but at the end of the day, if you still have some left it is best to store leftover cupcakes in the refrigerator tightly covered so the cake does not dry out, they will last up to 5 days.

If you are taking these cupcakes to a Halloween party, chilling them in the refrigerator for 20-30 minutes will make them more stable for transport.

You can find my favorite cupcake container on Amazon by clicking this link.

Some more Halloween recipes to try

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Gluten-Free Candy Corn Ghost Cupcakes

A recipe for delicious gluten-free Halloween cupcakes that look like candy corn ghosts! Perfect for children's parties!

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Prep Time 30 mins

Cook Time 18 mins

Course sweets

Cuisine American

Servings People

Ingredients

INGREDIENTS FOR CUPCAKES

1 ⅓ cup Gluten Free Flour
1 cup Sugar
1 ¼ teaspoon Baking Powder
½ tsp Salt
6 tablespoon Unsalted butter
1 large Egg
1 Eggwhite
½ cup skim milk (can substite whole milk or almound milk)
1 tablespoon Pure Vanilla Extract
½ teaspoon Almond Extract (optional)

INGREDIENTS FOR BUTTERCREAM FROSTING

1 cup Unsalted Butter
4 cups Powdered Sugar
1+ tablespoon Cream (can also use milk or almond milk)
1 pinch Salt
2 tablespoon Pure Vanilla Extract
¼ teaspoon Almond Extract (optional)
1 pack Royal Icing Eyes
2+ drops Yellow Food Coloring
2+ drops Orange Food Coloring

Instructions

BEFORE YOU START BAKING

About 30 minutes before baking take out your eggs and separate your egg white from the yoke while still cold as it will be easier than when at room temperature. Take Butter out of the refrigerator for both cake and frosting let it get to room temperature on the counter with your eggs.
Line your cupcake pan with cupcake liners and set it aside.
Preheat your oven to 325 degrees with a rack in the middle of the oven.

HOW TO MAKE CUPCAKES

Measure Flour by scooping it into a the measuring cup then use a knife to level flour off then add it to a small bowl. Combine the baking powder, and salt into the small bowl with the flour. Set flour mixture aside.
In a large mixing bowl, either using a stand mixer or an electric hand mixer with the whisk attachment, beat butter and sugar until creamed and combined. Add egg and beat on low for 30 seconds or so, add in egg white and contunie to beat on low to combine. Add in milk, pure vanilla extract, and almond extract mix until thickened, about 2 minutes at medium-high speed. (see notes)
Add the flour mixture of dry ingredients to the bowl and mix by hand or on the low speed of a mixer until just combined. Scrape the bottom and sides of the bowl, then mix again only for a few seconds to fully incorporate. DO NOT OVER MIX or your batter will become tough.
Pour batter into the cupcake liners, filling them about ¾ of the way. I use a #20 scoop to get even amount of batter each time. Bake for 18-20 minutes. Do a toothpick test at 18 minutes to check for doneness.

HOW TO MAKE BUTTERCREAM FROSTING

Beat butter until it is fluffy (about 3-5 minutes) on high speed, lower the speed to low, add in 1 cup of powdered sugar at a time alternately, beating after each addition.
Add cream, salt, and vanilla extract, and almond extract to the bowl mix until combined. You can add in more heavy cream if needed for desired consistency. The mixture should be very fluffy.

HOW TO DECORATE CUPCAKES

Evenly divide frosting into 3 separate bowls, color one bowl with the yellow food coloring drops and the other with the orange food coloring drops. Fill 3 pastry bags with each colored frosting. For the yellow and orange frosting use a closed star tip (Wilton 30 tip) for the white frosting using a round tip (Wilton 1A)
Use your orange pastry bag and go around the bottom of each of the cupcakes at an angle, then do the same thing with your yellow frosting layering it around the top of the orange frosting.
Take your white pastry bag of frosting and layer it on top of the yellow frosting going around the cupcake to make it look like a ghost. Finish your cupcakes with royal icing eyes.

HOW TO STORE CUPCAKES

You can leave these cute cupcakes out on the counter covered for several hours but at the end of the day, if you still have some left it is best to store leftover cupcakes in the refrigerator tightly covered so the cake does not dry out, they will last up to 5 days.

Notes

If your mixer doesn’t have a whisk attachment, beat for 5 minutes using the paddle attachment. If you only have a regular hand whisk mix quickly for 5-8 minutes until thickened.

Keyword Cupcakes, Halloween

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Easy Slow Cooker Pumpkin Butter

Sep 22, 2021 ·

Homemade Slow Cooker Pumpkin Butter is a perfect fall treat! Plus, it's incredibly easy to make in your crock-pot no added sugar, gluten-free, and vegan - just pure natural yumminess!

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pumpkin butter in mason jars on a white table with muffins with pumpkin butter on top

WHAT IS THIS HOMEMADE PUMPKIN BUTTER MADE OF?

Traditionally pumpkin butter is a mixture of pumpkin puree, spices, and sugar that get cooked down to a sweet and thick spread, like apple butter. I made this homemade pumpkin butter with canned pumpkin puree so it would be even easier but you could use homemade pumpkin puree instead if you like. Then the pumpkin puree is slow-cooked with pure maple syrup (or a sweetener substitute of your choice) apple cider, pumpkin pie spice, cinnamon sticks, and vanilla until it is the perfect texture for spreading on toast, sandwiches, or enjoying at breakfast. Making pumpkin butter is easy, fast, and without special equipment. All you need is a slow cooker/crock-pot.

Does Pumpkin Butter Contain Butter?

No, pumpkin butter does not contain actual butter it's actually dairy-free. It is pumpkin in a rich tasty spreadable form kinda like apple butter.

horizonal above photo with pumpkin butter in a mason jar and fall leaves around it with a muffin

SLOW COOKER PUMPKIN BUTTER INGREDIENTS

Before making this pumpkin butter, make sure you have these simple ingredients on hand.

2 15oz cans pure pumpkin puree- make sure it is pumpkin puree and NOT pumpkin pie. This is my favorite.
Sugar-free apple cider or apple Juice
2-3 cinnamon sticks or ½ teaspoon of ground cinnamon
pumpkin pie spice - for all the amazing autumn flavors
lemon juice - adds so acidity and freshness.
Pure vanilla extract - this adds a subtle but delicious flavor
Pure Maple Syrup -Grade A will give this the best flavor
Salt- to balance out the sweet

all the ingredients for pumpkin butter in a crockpot

HOW TO MAKE SLOW COOKER PUMPKIN BUTTER

This easy pumpkin recipe requires no prep work or hands-on cooking time because this pumpkin butter is easy to make in your slow cooker.

Before making this recipe decide which sweetener you want to use in the pumpkin butter. If you choose to use pure maple syrup then using grade A will give it the best flavor.

Add pumpkin puree and maple syrup (or sweetener of choice) to a slow cooker.

Stir the pumpkin mixture together until the pumpkin is completely blended with the sugar.

Now add apple cider, pumpkin pie spice, vanilla, lemon juice, salt, and cinnamon sticks or ground cinnamon.

Turn your slow cooker to low for 5-6 hours or high for 4 hours stirring every 45 minutes or so until done.

You will know the pumpkin butter is done when the color has deepened and the pumpkin puree mixture has thickened.

Taste to see if you need to adjust seasonings adding more brown sugar or pure maple syrup for sweetness, cinnamon or pumpkin pie spice for flavor, lemon juice for acidity.

close up photo of pumpkin butter on a wood knife

How To Make This Pumpkin Butter WITHOUT a slow cooker

If you don't have or want to use a crockpot, you can also make pumpkin butter on the stove it will just take a little more patience.

To make this on the stovetop, add all of your ingredients in a medium-size saucepan over medium-high heat and cook until it starts to bubble then reduce the heat to low. Cook uncovered for 30-45 minutes, stirring often.

The pumpkin butter is done when the color has deepened and the pumpkin puree mixture has thickened.

Taste to see if you need to adjust seasonings adding more brown sugar or pure maple syrup for sweetness, cinnamon or pumpkin pie spice for flavor, lemon juice for acidity.

WHY PUMPKIN BUTTER CAN’T BE CANNED

It is not recommended to can pumpkin butter because the density of the pumpkin puree prevents the right amount of heat transfer to the center of the jar and might allow harmful bacteria to survive. Also, Pumpkin butter is a low acid food and is not recommended to can at home because pumpkin and pumpkin puree does not have enough acidity to safely preserve it using the water bath method the pH of pumpkin butter isn’t low enough to suppress botulism growth. It is best to freeze this pumpkin butter for long-term storage.

HOW TO STORE SLOW COOKER PUMPKIN BUTTER

You will want to store this slow cooker pumpkin butter in an air-tight container. I like to store my pumpkin butter in ball mason jars as I find they work best and you can store them both in the fridge as well as the freezer. Click here to find them on Amazon.

HOW LONG DOES PUMPKIN BUTTER LAST AFTER OPENING?

Pumpkin Butter will last up to 2-3 weeks in the fridge in an air-tight container or air-tight mason jar. You can also freeze the pumpkin butter for up to 3 months in a ball mason jar or a freezer-safe container. Click here to find them on Amazon.

WHAT TO USE PUMPKIN BUTTER ON

This pumpkin butter is great on fresh-made bread like my Almond Bread Recipe or my Oatmeal Honey Bread, Pumpkin Cookies, Muffins, or Pancakes. It's also delicious in oatmeal with a splash of non-dairy milk. Or you can add a dollop to your coffee instead!

close up of muffin with pumpkin butter smeared on top

Here are some more pumpkin recipes you may enjoy!

DAIRY-FREE CHICKPEA PUMPKIN PIE (+GLUTEN FREE PIE CRUST)

MAPLE PUMPKIN PIE OATMEAL

GLUTEN-FREE PUMPKIN CINNAMON ROLLS

Here are some more slow cooker recipes you may enjoy!

SLOW COOKER HEALTHY BEEF CHILI RECIPE

CROCK POT BBQ PULLED PORK

BBQ PULLED CHICKEN SANDWICHES WITH MANGO SLAW

pumpkin butter on a table with pumpkin muffins

Easy Slow Cooker Pumpkin Butter

This easy pumpkin recipe requires no prep work or hands-on cooking time because this pumpkin butter is easy to make in your slow cooker.

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Prep Time 5 mins

Cook Time 4 hrs

Course sweets

Cuisine American

Servings

Equipment

Slow Cooker

Ingredients

2 15 oz cans pumpkin puree (NOT pumpkin pie)
⅔ cups unsweetened apple cider
½ cups pure grade A maple syrup
1 tablespoon lemon juice (fresh if you have it)
1 tsp pure vanilla extract
1 tablespoon pumpkin spice
2-3 cinnamon sticks (or ½ teaspoon of ground cinnamon)
¼ teaspoon salt

Instructions

Add pumpkin puree and maple syrup to slow cooker
Stir the pumpkin mixture together until the pumpkin is completely blended with the pure maple syrup
Now add apple cider, pumpkin pie spice, vanilla, lemon juice, salt, and cinnamon sticks (or ground cinnamon)
Turn your slow cooker to low for 5-6 hours or high for 4 hours stirring every 45 minutes. You will know the pumpkin butter is done when the color has deepened and the pumpkin puree mixture has thickened.
Taste to see if you need to adjust seasonings adding more brown sugar or pure maple syrup for sweetness, cinnamon or pumpkin pie spice for flavor, lemon juice for acidity.
Let completly cool for up to one hour before adding to mason jars or air -tight container
store in the refregerator in an airtight container or mason jar for up to 3 weeks or in the freezer for up to 3 months

Keyword pumpkin

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No-Bake Pumpkin Cheesecake Mummy Truffles (Gluten-Free)

Sep 16, 2021 ·

Halloween is just around the corner... do you have your treats yet? These easy gluten-free no-bake white chocolate pumpkin cheesecake truffle mummies are the perfect treat to make with your little ghosts & goblins. Pumpkin flavor and white chocolate are a classic combination, and there is no better way to combine them than in a truffle. These gluten-free mummies are sure to delight everyone at your Halloween party!

Pumpkin truffle covered in white chocolate on a white pedestal plate with fake spiders and snakes around the bottom.

White Chocolate Pumpkin Cheesecake Mummy Truffles

The combination of pumpkin and white chocolate is truly classic. The smooth creamy white chocolate melts perfectly with the warm spiced pumpkin cheesecake. The mixture of ginger snap cookie crumbs and graham cracker crumbs makes for a wonderful balance of flavors.

How To Make White Chocolate Pumpkin Cheesecake Mummy Truffles:

In just a few easy steps you will have these truffles made. These mummies are perfect for little hands to help with, and they're sure to be a hit at your Halloween party!

Start by softening your cream cheese in a bowl - Then add your pumpkin puree, cinnamon, and salt gingersnap crumbs, graham cracker crumbs, powdered sugar. Mix until smooth.

Melt Chocolate For Dough - Put ½ a cup of white chocolate chips in a microwave bowl. Microwave for 30 seconds at a time in the microwave, stirring in between each interval. Be careful not to overheat the chocolate, if it looks like it is starting to separate remove it from the microwave and stir until smooth again. Add the melted Chocolate to the truffle mixture and stir until combined.

white chocolate baking chips in a white bowl

Chill The Dough - Cover and chill the dough in the refrigerator for approximately an hour until the dough is solid enough to roll into balls. You can speed up the process by putting the dough in the freezer for 30 minutes.

Roll Into Balls - When the rolled balls are cold enough, roll the mixture into 14-16 balls and add a toothpick into each truffle. Place truffles on a parchment-lined cookie sheet.

Melt Chocolate For Dipping - Melt the remaining ½ white chocolate chips or white dipping chocolate in a small bowl. Again, Put ½ a cup of white chocolate chips in a microwave bowl.

Microwave for 30 seconds at a time in the microwave, stirring in between each interval. Be careful not to overheat the chocolate, if it looks like it is starting to separate remove it from the microwave and stir until smooth again.

Dipping Truffles in Chocolate - Use the toothpicks to dip each truffle ball into the white chocolate, making sure to coat all sides. Place the chocolate-covered truffle balls back on the baking sheet lined with wax paper. Chill for 5 minutes so the chocolate can harden.

Once the chocolate has hardened on the truffles - drizzle more white chocolate over the truffles with a spoon, moving the spoon back and forth quickly to create thin lines.

Mummies Eyes - Once all the chocolate has hardened on the truffles use a Q-tip soaked in red food coloring to make the mummy eyes. Carefully tap where you want the eyes on the truffle then handle it carefully to make sure you don’t wipe the eyes off.

No-Bake Pumpkin Cheesecake Mummy Truffles (Gluten-Free)

Easy gluten-free no-bake white chocolate pumpkin pie cheesecake mummy truffles. Pumpkin flavor and white chocolate are a classic combination, and there is no better way to combine them than in a truffle

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Prep Time 10 mins

Refrigeration 1 hr

Total Time 1 hr 10 mins

Course sweets

Cuisine American

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