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Vegan Birthday Cake Truffles

These vegan birthday cake truffles are a wonderful mix of sweets and memories. They are made with vegan vanilla cake crumbs and frosting, dipped in melted white chocolate, and decorated with bright sprinkles. They are great for parties or just because you want something sweet. Ingredients: 2 cups vegan vanilla cake crumbs 1/2 cup vegan vanilla frosting 1/2 cup vegan white chocolate chips, melted 1/4 cup rainbow sprinkles Instructions: Put the vegan vanilla cake crumbs and vegan vanilla frosting in a large bowl and mix them together until they are well mixed Make little balls out of the mixture that are about an inch across Place them on a baking sheet that has been lined with parchment paper Frozen the baking sheet with the truffles on it for 15 to 20 minutes While the truffles are chilling, melt the vegan white chocolate chips in a bowl that can go in the microwave Stir the chocola...

Slow Cooker Bunch of Crunch Candy

Indulge in this delightful blend of chocolate, peanut butter, pretzels, peanuts, and candy-coated chocolates, all combined into bite-sized clusters. This slow cooker recipe makes it incredibly easy to whip up a batch of crunchy, sweet goodness. Ingredients: 12 oz semisweet chocolate chips 12 oz white chocolate chips 1 cup creamy peanut butter 3 cups mini pretzel twists, broken into pieces 1 cup dry roasted peanuts 1 cup candy-coated chocolate pieces like M&M's 1 cup mini marshmallows Instructions: In a slow cooker, combine semisweet chocolate chips, white chocolate chips, and peanut butter Cover and cook on low for 1 hour, stirring occasionally until melted and smooth Stir in pretzels, peanuts, candy-coated chocolate pieces, and marshmallows until evenly coated with chocolate mixture Cover and cook on low for an additional 30 minutes Line a baking sheet with parchmen...

Moroccan Chicken Salad

A tasty and healthy Moroccan-style chicken salad made with quinoa, fresh vegetables, grilled chicken, and a zesty lemon dressing. Great for a healthy meal that fills you up. Ingredients: 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1 teaspoon ground coriander 1/2 teaspoon paprika Salt and pepper to taste 1 cup cooked quinoa 1/2 cup chopped cucumber 1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper 1/4 cup chopped red onion 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint 1/4 cup sliced almonds, toasted 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese Juice of 1 lemon 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 clove garlic, minced 1 teaspoon honey Salt and pepper to taste Instructions: Set your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat to get it hot Put the cumin, coriander, paprika, salt, and pepper in a small bowl and mix them together Spread...

Zoodle Salad with Lemon Herb Dressing

This zoodle salad is a light and refreshing choice for brunch. The zucchini noodles are tossed with cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, Kalamata olives, and a zesty lemon herb dressing. It's a perfect combination of flavors that will brighten up your brunch table. Ingredients: 2 medium zucchinis, spiralized into zoodles 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved 1/2 cup cucumber, thinly sliced 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped 1/4 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, torn 2 tablespoons pine nuts, toasted Salt and black pepper to taste Instructions: Zoodles, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, Kalamata olives, and crumbled feta cheese should all be put in a large salad bowl together Cut up the garlic, add the fresh basil, salt, and black pepper to a small bowl, and mix them all together with a whisk This will make the dres...

Best Caramel Corn with Sugared Pecans

This homemade caramel corn with sugared pecans is the ultimate sweet and crunchy snack. The caramel coating on the popcorn is rich and buttery, perfectly complemented by the crunchy sweetness of the sugared pecans. It's addictive and perfect for sharing with friends and family during movie nights or as a special treat! Ingredients: 1/2 cup unpopped popcorn kernels 1 cup unsalted butter 2 cups brown sugar 1/2 cup light corn syrup 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 2 cups pecan halves 1/2 cup granulated sugar Instructions: Set oven temperature to 250F 120C Using your favorite popping technique, pop the popcorn kernels and transfer them to a big mixing bowl, making sure to remove any unpopped kernels Melt butter in a saucepan over a medium heat and add salt, brown sugar, and corn syrup Bring to a boil while stirring continuously Boil...

Matcha Green Tea Latte Granita

Indulge in the refreshing and vibrant flavors of matcha green tea latte in the form of a granita. This frozen treat combines the earthy taste of matcha with creamy milk, creating a delightful dessert or snack. Ingredients: 2 cups brewed matcha green tea 1 cup milk dairy or plant-based 1/4 cup sugar 1 tsp vanilla extract Instructions: Put brewed matcha green tea, milk, sugar, and vanilla extract in a bowl Mix the ingredients together with a whisk until the sugar is gone and everything is well blended Put the mix into a baking pan or shallow dish Put the dish in the freezer for an hour to set If there are any frozen chunks, use a fork to break them up after an hour Put the dish back in the freezer and scrape it down again every 30 minutes for three to four hours, or until the mixture is completely frozen and chunky After the matcha green tea latte granita has frozen and turned int...

Potato and Egg Stuffed Peppers

These Potato and Egg Stuffed Peppers are a healthy and tasty meal. A tasty dish that's great for any time of the day is made with smooth mashed potatoes, savory spices, and runny eggs baked inside bell peppers. Ingredients: 4 large bell peppers, halved and seeds removed 2 large potatoes, boiled and mashed 4 eggs 1 onion, finely chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 teaspoon paprika 1/2 teaspoon cumin Salt and pepper to taste 2 tablespoons olive oil Chopped fresh parsley for garnish Instructions: Before you start cooking, heat the oven to 375F 190C Put olive oil in a pan and heat it over medium-low heat Throw in the garlic and onions, cut up Cook the onions until they become clear To the pan, add the mashed potatoes, cumin, salt, and pepper Cook for two to three minutes after mixing well Make a well in the middle of each bell pepper half and fill it with t...

Slow Cooker Mexican Street Corn Casserole

Indulge in the flavors of Mexican street corn with this easy slow cooker casserole. Creamy, cheesy, and packed with spices, it's a delicious side dish for any meal. Ingredients: 4 cups frozen corn kernels 1 cup sour cream 1/4 cup mayonnaise 1/4 cup melted butter 1/2 cup crumbled cotija cheese 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro 1 teaspoon chili powder 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 1 tablespoon lime juice 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese Instructions: Put cotija cheese, cilantro, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and lime juice in a slow cooker Add the frozen corn and mix it all together Mix well On low heat, cover and cook for 4 to 5 hours, or until corn is soft In the last 30 minutes of cooking, sprinkle Monterey Jack cheese on top If you want, you can serve it warm with extra cilantro and a s...

Green Goddess Kale Salad

This Green Goddess Kale Salad is full of healthy vegetables and a creamy herb dressing that makes the whole thing taste great. It's a tasty and healthy meal choice because the textures and flavors are just right. Ingredients: 4 cups kale leaves, stems removed and chopped 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved 1/4 cup cucumber, diced 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced 1/4 cup avocado, diced 2 tablespoons sunflower seeds 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped 2 tablespoons fresh chives, chopped Instructions: In a large mixing bowl, combine the kale, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and avocado In a small bowl, prepare the Green Goddess dressing by mixing together 1/4 cup Greek yogurt, 2 tablespoons mayonnaise, 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, 1 garlic clove minced, 2 tablespoons fresh basil chopped, 2 tablespoons fresh tarragon chopped, salt, and pepper to taste Pour the Green Godde...

Anti-Inflammatory Smoothie

This Anti-Inflammatory Smoothie is full of foods that are already known to reduce inflammation. It's a tasty and healthy way to fight inflammation in the body and get vitamins and minerals that your body needs. Ingredients: 1 cup spinach leaves 1/2 cup frozen blueberries 1/2 cup pineapple chunks 1/2 inch fresh ginger, peeled 1 tablespoon chia seeds 1 cup unsweetened almond milk 1 teaspoon honey optional Ice cubes optional Instructions: Place all ingredients in a blender Blend until smooth and creamy Taste and adjust sweetness with honey if desired If you prefer a thicker smoothie, add ice cubes and blend again Pour into a glass and enjoy!

Christmas Lights Cupcake Toppers

With these cute Christmas Lights Cupcake Toppers, you can make your holiday celebrations more fun. They look nice and taste great, making them perfect for adding some holiday cheer to your dessert table. Ingredients: 12 baked cupcakes your choice of flavor 1 cup of white icing Assorted colored icing red, green, yellow, blue 12 small pretzel sticks 1/4 cup of mini M&M's Black decorating gel Instructions: Prepare 12 cupcakes of your desired flavor and allow them to cool completely Spread a thin layer of white icing on top of each cupcake as a base for the lights Using the assorted colored icing, create small circles resembling Christmas lights on top of the white icing You can use a piping bag with a round tip for precision Place a mini M&M in the center of each colored circle to represent the light's glow Break the pretzel sticks into smaller pieces to create ...

Roasted Potatoes with Parmesan Garlic and Herbs

These roasted potatoes are loaded with flavor from garlic, Parmesan cheese, and herbs. They make a perfect side dish for any meal and are simple to prepare. Ingredients: 2 lbs red potatoes, diced into 1-inch pieces 3 tbsp olive oil 3 cloves garlic, minced 3 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley 1 tsp dried thyme 1 tsp dried rosemary Salt and black pepper to taste Instructions: Get the oven ready by heating it up to 400F 200C Add the diced potatoes to a large bowl Add the minced garlic, olive oil, Parmesan cheese, parsley, thyme, rosemary, salt, and black pepper Toss the potatoes until they are evenly covered Place the potatoes on a baking sheet that has been lined with parchment paper so that they are all in one layer After the oven is hot, roast the potatoes for 30 to 35 minutes, stirring them every so often, until they are golden brown and soft w...