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Ebelskivers are a Danish pancake that is cooked into a sphere using a special pan. They are fluffy and silky smooth on the inside, and you can fill them with anything from fresh berries to cream cheese. Flipping them in the pan is almost as fun as eating them!

I think breakfast is my favorite meal. There, I said it! I seriously wake up with food on my mind, and breakfast is a world of possibilities. I love breakfast sweet or savory, quick or complicated. There’s nothing like a great breakfast to start off your day on the right foot. If you love breakfast too, you’ve got to try this Blueberry Buttermilk Breakfast Cake, these delicious Strawberry Cinnamon Rolls, and these Perfect Crepes.

Ebelskiver

An ebelskiver (traditionally spelled Æbleskiver) is a delicious Danish pancake that is cooked in a pan that looks like you took ice cream scoops out of. The batter is poured into the holes and you end up with a fluffy and delicious pancake sphere that is sweet and perfect served with maple syrup and whipped cream. They are super fun to make too! Flipping the ebelskivers is a fun challenge in the kitchen that isn’t hard, but it’s something you’ll enjoy practicing!

I absolutely love making ebelskivers. They are the more exciting version of a buttermilk pancake and are a nice refreshing break from our usual favorites like breakfast casserole and German oven pancakes. They look absolutely adorable! You can dust them with powdered sugar and serve them stacked on a plate drizzled with blueberry syrup, and it looks like a fine dining breakfast!

Ingredients in Ebelskivers

The ingredients in ebelskivers are really similar to a pancake batter recipe. The main difference is you will whip up the egg whites. They add a lot of air to the batter. This makes the batter really light and fluffy. It also helps them cook better all the way through since they are less dense. You can find the measurements below in the recipe card.

Egg Whites: These pancakes are a little more delicate than your regular batter because you will whip these egg whites to stiff peaks. It will help to keep the batter really fluffy.All-Purpose Flour: This is just the easiest to work with and keeps the ebelskivers fluffy.Sugar: This pancake batter is a little sweeter, which is one of the reasons they brown and puff up so perfectly.Baking Powder: This helps the pancake puff up and get nice and fluffy.Baking Soda: Baking soda helps the baking powder, they work together to make a nice fluffy pancake.Salt: I like a little salt to help balance out the sweetness and to bring out all the flavors in the batter.Butter: You will need melted butter for the batter, and some more to grease the pan before cooking them.Egg Yolks: I love this recipe because you don’t have any leftover yolks! All of the yolks go into the batter, you just separate them from the whites so you can whip the whites to give the batter more lift.Buttermilk: This is a key ingredient, it adds the perfect flavor to the batter. I make it at home from my regular milk because I usually don’t need that much of it at a time!

Ebelskiver Recipe

You may have seen ebelskivers before and thought that they were too hard to make. Well, think again! They are a really simple batter, and they aren’t as hard to flip as they look. They are a super fun recipe to whip up for special occasions. My family loves to eat these around Christmas time. I usually put fillings inside because my kids absolutely love it.

Whisk Eggs: In a medium bowl, using a hand mixer, whisk the egg whites until stiff peaks form, set aside.Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together your flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Add in your melted butter, egg yolks, and buttermilk and whisk until just combined.Fold: Gently fold the egg whites into the rest of the batter until it all comes together.Heat and Grease Pan: You will need an ebelskiver pan to cook these, heat your pan over medium heat and brush each cup with some of your melted butter then fill each cup nearly full, about 2 tablespoons.Flip: Once the ebelskivers begin to bubble, flip each one halfway over using a wooden skewer or fork, allowing the batter to slide out of the cooked portion of the ebelskiver and into the cup to cook, you will repeat this step once more to complete the ball. Continue to rotate the ebelskiver around until they are all an even golden brown and completely cooked all the way through.Enjoy: Remove the finished ebelskivers from the pan and enjoy fresh! These are typically dusted with powdered sugar and eaten with jam, but you can pair them with any of your favorite toppings.

Ready to spice up your meal prep game? Look no further than these delicious Korean beef meal prep bowls! Perfect for busy moms on the go, these bowls are packed to the brim with flavor and nutrition.

Two of my goals for the new year are to eat healthier and stop eating out as much. Meal prepping is a great solution for both! I know it can seem overwhelming (and time consuming) but it’s actually a lot easier than you’d think! You just need a few good recipes in your arsenal. A few meal prep necessities: Instant pot shredded chicken, Instant Pot brown rice, and air fryer frozen broccoli! You can have a week’s worth of healthy meals prepared in less than 30 minutes.

Korean Beef and Rice Bowls (For Meal Prep!)

These Korean ground beef and rice bowls are one of the most popular recipes on the blog. You really can’t go wrong with a bed of warm steamed rice and juicy marinated beef on top! Now you can enjoy it for a quick lunch throughout the week with this easy meal prep recipe! It’s something the whole family can enjoy.

The savory Korean beef is marinated in a mouth-watering sauce, and paired with fluffy white rice for the perfect balance of protein and carbohydrates. (I also have options below to make it low-carb and keto-friendly!) Plus, the added veggies provide a dose of freshness and healthy greens. Trust me, your taste buds (and your waistline) will thank you for giving these meal prep bowls a try!

Everything You’ll Need

This is everything that you will need to make this delicious marinated beef as well as other things to add in to your meal preps. This way, you have a meal balanced with protein and carbs! The beauty of meal prepping is that you can easily customize things to fit all sorts of dietary needs. Find more substitutes and ideas in my tips section below! Looking for measurements? They can all be found in the recipe card below.

Ground Beef: I used 90% lean ground beef. You can also use ground pork or even ground turkey if you want an even leaner protein.Minced Garlic: Fresh minced garlic is a must when making Korean-inspired dishes.Brown Sugar: Adds a smoky sweetness to the beef.Soy Sauce: I used reduced sodium soy sauce, but any kind you have on hand will work!Sesame Oil: Adds a delicious nutty flavor to the ground beef!Seasonings: Time to break out your spice rack! I used ground ginger, red pepper flakes, and cracked black pepper here.Rice: Use precooked rice to make your meal prep bowls with easy. White and brown rice both work.Steamed Broccoli Florets: I add these to my meal prep bowls for a little extra nutrition! You can use any of your favorite steamed veggies here.

How to Make Korean Beef and Rice Meal Prep Bowls

You’re going to fall in love with the flavor of this Korean beef. It’s the perfect combination of savory and sweet and marinates the ground beef beautifully! I love how easy it is to throw together, too! It makes the perfect lunch for both you and the kids.

Cook Ground Beef: In a large skillet, cook the ground beef and garlic breaking it into crumbles over medium heat until no longer pink.Prepare Sauce: Then in a small bowl, whisk brown sugar, soy sauce, sesame oil, ginger, red pepper flakes and pepper.Pour Over Beef: Pour over the ground beef and then let simmer for another minute or two.Assemble Bowls: To assemble the bowls, place one half cup cooked rice into four sealable containers. I like to use leftover rice or prepackaged cooked rice for convenience.Add Korean Beef: Place one half cup of cooked Korean beef into the containers.Add Broccoli: Then add one half cup cooked broccoli florets into the containers. I like to use frozen florets in steam safe bags because it makes it easy!Seal and Store: Seal the containers and store in the refrigerator until ready to eat. When ready to eat, warm in the microwave, garnish with green onions, and sesame seeds and enjoy!

Snow Ice Cream is as fun as it sounds! Let your inner child out and scoop up some freshly fallen snow to make this delicious frozen treat. It’s thickened with sweetened condensed milk and flavored any way you want. It’s hands-down my favorite snow day treat!

There is nothing like a memorable treat to make with your kids. I remember my grandma teaching me how to make Christmas candies and pie crust. There is something special about passing down delicious recipes while making lasting memories. One of my favorite memories in the kitchen is making perfect homemade bread for the first time and enjoying it with my grandma with freshly made strawberry jam. Those memories last a lifetime!

Snow Ice Cream Recipe

Growing up in Utah, I always see snow every winter! I loved going out and gathering fresh snow to make snow cones. I would have been obsessed with this snow ice cream as a kid! Now that I am a mom, I’m always looking for fun recipes we can enjoy together, and this one was an absolute blast. You add sweetened condensed milk to give it a creamy texture, and it is seriously just as good as vanilla ice cream!

You can spend a fun day with friends and family (adults love this treat too!) gathering the fresh snow. If you live in a warm climate or don’t have snow at the moment, a shaved ice machine works just as well! Then you get to enjoy a sweet treat that is awesome served with a cup of hot chocolate or a warm chocolate chip cookie. The best part about this ice cream is you can flavor it in so many different ways. It was such a yummy treat, I really think you are going to love this one!

Ingredients

There is really nothing to this super fun snow ice cream recipe! If you did just the basics, it can be just 3 ingredients. I use sprinkles and whipped cream too, so my recipe is 5 ingredients. You could also add way more ingredients, like nuts, additional sweeteners, flavors, and different kinds of milk! It’s all up to you. You can find measurements below in the recipe card.

Clean Freshly Fallen Snow: You actually use snow! This is a great recipe for a snow day with your kids. I recommend using a metal bowl to collect the clean snow, this will help it stay frozen. If you prefer not to use snow, shaved ice will also work perfectly.Sweetened Condensed Milk: What makes this different than a snow cone is this ingredient! Sweetened condensed milk makes this recipe super creamy and full of flavor. If you didn’t want to use sweetened condensed milk, you could use evaporated milk instead. If you are avoiding dairy, you could try a substitute like almond or coconut. Because plant-based milks have less fat, the texture of the snow may be less creamy. I think using canned coconut milk would be best because it still has plenty of fats in it! Vanilla Extract: This ingredient makes the ice cream have a vanilla flavor. That way it doesn’t just taste like sweetened snow, and it really tastes like vanilla ice cream!Sprinkles: This is optional, but it makes the ice cream look so cute! You can use whatever sprinkles you like, or leave them out. You could use other ingredients like crushed cookies instead!Whipped Cream: I like to top my ice cream with whipped cream, but it’s totally optional!

How to Make Snow Ice Cream

Snow ice cream is so simple to make, so it’s perfect for kids of all ages! You will likely need more than 8 cups of snow because the snow will melt a little bit as you are stirring. I would just make sure that you have enough snow for 10 cups and keep adding snow until you get your snow cream the right consistency.

Gather Snow and Sweeten: Fill a large bowl with about 8 cups of freshly fallen snow. Add the sweetened condensed milk and vanilla and stir until combined.Stir and Enjoy: You may need to add more snow to get a nice creamy consistency. Add snow until you’ve gotten your desired consistency. Serve immediately and top with sprinkles and whipped cream.

Crockpot spinach artichoke dip is the ultimate party pleaser! Not only is it delicious and creamy, but it’s also super easy to make. Just toss all the ingredients in your crockpot and let it do its magic.

Homemade dips are a must-make for any party. They’re easy to make (which is a win for me) and everyone loves them! A few more great recipes to try are crockpot buffalo chicken dip, hot corn dip, and this creamy chicken alfredo dip. Pair them with your favorite chips and crackers for an appetizer everyone will be drooling over.

Slow Cooker Spinach Artichoke Dip

Dip lovers, this one’s for you! We all love a good spinach artichoke dip, but now you can use your slow cooker to simplify the process! One of the main advantages of making spinach artichoke dip in a crockpot is that it allows for hands-free cooking. Creamy, cheesy, veggie-packed goodness with minimal effort. What could be better than that?

It’s the perfect dip for any occasion and sure to be a hit with your guests. It’s so creamy, cheesy, and has the best texture ever! So, fire up your crockpot and get ready to enjoy some yummy spinach artichoke dip with friends and family! Need more appetizer inspiration? Find my full list of homemade dips here!

Ingredients You Will Need

Crockpot spinach artichoke dip is a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer that takes only a few simple ingredients to make. The main components of the dip are spinach, artichokes, sour cream, cream cheese, mayonnaise, Parmesan cheese, and minced garlic. The simplicity of the ingredients makes it a great option for when you don’t want to spend a fortune at the grocery store. You can also easily adjust the ingredients to personal taste and dietary restrictions like gluten-free, dairy-free, or low-fat. Check out the recipe card below for all measurements!

Cream Cheese: You’ll want this to be softened and cubed so it melts evenly. Want to make this spinach artichoke dip dairy free? Go for plant-based cream cheese.Sour Cream: I love adding sour cream to my dips because it gives them the best hint of tang. You can use dairy-free sour cream as well! Greek yogurt is another great substitute for adding creaminess and a tangy flavor.Mayonnaise: Adds creaminess to the dip.Garlic: Minced garlic adds the best savory flavor!Cheeses: Here I used a mix of shredded mozzarella and grated parmesan.Canned Artichoke Hearts: Chopped into bite-sized pieces.Fresh Baby Spinach: This should be chopped as well.Salt and Pepper: Add to taste!

How to Make Spinach Artichoke Dip in the Crockpot

By simply placing all of the ingredients into the crockpot and turning it on, you can go about your day without having to constantly check on the dip. It’s especially convenient when hosting a party or gathering, because this way you can spend more time actually socializing with your guests instead of slaving away in the kitchen! This crockpot spinach artichoke dip recipe is definitely one to have in your back pocket.

Add Ingredients to Crockpot: Add all of the ingredients into a small crock pot.Cook: Then put the lid on and set it on LOW for 2 hours. After 1 hour, remove the lid, and then stir. Replace the lid and then continue to cook for 1 additional hour.Stir and Season: Stir the dip and taste. Then add salt and pepper if needed.Serve and Enjoy: Serve warm with a sliced baguette, French bread, crackers, crostini, or tortilla chips.

If you crave a peanut butter and chocolate snack with less calories, these Skinny Muddy Buddies are your new best friend! They taste just as good as the muddy buddies you remember, without the guilt.

I feel like you are never too old for your favorite sweet treats! I grew up eating muddy buddies and they were always one of my favorite snacks. If you are in the mood for some nostalgic childhood treats, you’ll love this simple no bake cookies recipe (or these peanut butter versions) and these no bake oreo balls.

Skinny Muddy Buddies

Do you guys remember making muddy buddies as a kid? I remember the first time I had it I was absolutely hooked. I could eat an entire batch by myself! And back then it was easier to get away with. Now days, when I binge like that I definitely feel it more. I was missing this treat and really wanted a version that wouldn’t give me a sugar rush.

Enter skinny muddy buddies! They are lower calorie and have way less sugar, and they are just as good as the original! They are coated in a sugar free pudding powder instead of powdered sugar. It’s amazing!! If you don’t mind the extra sugar though, you should definitely try these cookies and cream muddy buddies and these snickerdoodle muddy buddies.

Ingredients

The key to these skinny muddy buddies is choosing ingredients with less sugar. There are some delicious and healthier substitutions that you will be amazed with! The flavor of these muddy buddies is so delicious it’s hard to believe they have hardly any sugar! You can find the measurements below in the recipe card.

Rice Chex Cereal: This is the base of the whole treat. You could use wheat chex if you were looking to get a little more nutrients!I Can’t Believe It’s Not Butter: This helps the peanut butter and chocolate melt together into a creamy delicious ganache.Peanut Butter Creamy All Natural: I like to use a nice natural peanut butter because it has less of the bad stuff and all of the same delicious flavor!Sugar Free Vanilla Pudding Mix: This is the coolest part of this recipe. You will use the pudding mix just like you use powdered sugar in the traditional recipe. It works exactly the same and because it’s sugar free, it’s just as sweet with way less calories.Sugar Free Chocolate Chips: This is also a key to cutting calories. Sugar free chocolate chips taste amazing and make a great coating for the cereal.Powdered Sugar: This is an optional ingredient because the pudding mix works like the powdered sugar. You can add just a little bit to get the same flavor that you love in traditional muddy buddies if you want!

Skinny Muddy Buddy Recipe

Skinny muddy buddies is a great recipe to make with kids because it’s super simple and a great way to build confidence in the kitchen. This recipe doesn’t require using the stove and it will only take 35 minutes. Cleaning up is really easy and at the end you have a delicious treat to enjoy together.

Make Ganache: Add the I can’t believe it’s not butter, peanut butter, and chocolate chips to a bowl and melt in the microwave in 20 second intervals, stirring between.Add to Cereal: Add the Chex to a large bowl and pour the melted chocolate mixture over top. Mix until all the cereal is evenly coated. Let cool for about 10 minutes.Add Powder: After the mixture has mostly hardened, pour it into a large ziplock bag and add the box of pudding mix and shake gently. If desired, also add the 2 tablespoons of powdered sugar at this time. Let the muddy buddies chill in the fridge for an hour before serving.

Pasta is the best use of carbs! I’ve rounded up 30 of my favorite recipes that are sure to be a hit with your family! Whether you’re wanting something cheesy, saucy, meaty, or something in between, there’s a recipe for every craving! This pasta recipe roundup is definitely one to come back to time and time again.

I’m drooling just looking at all of these pasta recipes. They make the perfect hearty meal! To start you off, this quick and easy Instant Pot spaghetti is always a hit, as well as my reader-favorite Olive Garden chicken with pasta!

30 Must-Make Pasta Recipes

If you’re wanting a dinner that everyone loves and that easily feeds a crowd, pasta is the way to go. (Is it just me, or does anyone else make enough spaghetti to feed an army?) I have more pasta recipes on the blog than I can count. Somehow I managed to narrow it down to 30 recipes that you need to add to your dinner lineup right now. There are all kinds of pasta featured here, as well as toppings and sauces! Slow cooker, Instant Pot, casseroles, they are all here! I’ve added a handful of pasta salad recipes as well so you’re potluck-ready.

Pasta really is the best. It’s always my go-to cheat meal. Sauced up, loaded with veggies, topped with cheese, hot, cold – I can’t get enough! Without further ado, here is my list of 30 pasta recipes that you’re going to absolutely LOVE! I’ve thrown in a few recipes for gnocchi as well as tips and tricks for perfecting your pasta! Get a load of this goodness…

Easy Shrimp Creole is a spicy, chunky tomato and green pepper mixture that coats tender shrimp to make a hearty family meal done right! Your family will be jazzing during dinner with this classic southern meal! 

Bring the taste of New Orleans into your home with this easy-to-make Shrimp Creole. The shrimp are simmered in a spicy tomato sauce and the dish is served over rice. For more shrimp recipes try this Sticky Honey Garlic Butter Shrimp, this delicious Cajun Garlic Butter Shrimp, and this comforting Cajun Garlic Shrimp and Grits.

Easy Shrimp Creole

This easy shrimp creole is my new favorite shrimp dish! I grew up in the north, so these delicious and heartwarming southern dishes are still new to me. As I’ve started branching out and trying new things, I’ve fallen in love with southern cuisine! This recipe originated in Southern Louisiana where gulf shrimp are famous there. I have enjoyed my time in Louisiana and have learned so much about their style of cooking.

Every time I travel I love to try the local foods. Traveling is where I have found some of my favorite recipes like my fish and chips recipe, Chicago-style deep dish pizza, and the best fried chicken I’ve ever had. There is nothing like experiencing life through other people’s food!

Ingredients

There are so many ingredients you can include in this easy shrimp creole! This is a list of the most basic ingredients, but you could also add bay leaves, thyme, cayenne pepper, cajun seasoning, the list goes on! However you fix it, you are going to love the blend of flavors in this dish. You can find measurements below in the recipe card.

Olive Oil: I prefer olive oil for the flavor and it can handle a lot of heat. You can use your favorite oil, or whatever you are used to cooking withGreen Bell Pepper: They are a little sweet, and add lots of flavor to this meal. They just get better over time!Onion: They are great at adding lots of flavor to the dish, and help make all of the other flavors in the dish shine.Celery Stalks: I like to cut off the tops and the white ends, and dice them into small pieces. You want them to cook quickly and be the perfect bite size.Garlic Cloves: Fresh garlic adds a sweet and savory flavor. It makes for a great sauce.Stewed Tomatoes: You can buy stewed tomatoes in a can in the canned tomato section. I don’t use a specific brand, and you should be able to find them at your local grocery store.Tomato Sauce: I also buy this from a can.Chicken Broth: You could also use vegetable stock or a shrimp stock.Chili Powder: Chili powder adds a little kick. You can add more if you prefer more spice, or add hot sauce too.Worchestershire Sauce: This sauce makes such an amazing base for any dish. Shrimp: This is the key ingredient!Cornstarch: This helps thicken up the sauce.Water: Helps to make more sauce.

Easy Shrimp Creole Recipe

I love this easy shrimp creole recipe because it’s one pot that makes such a flavorful and delicious dinner. It’s so tasty with cauliflower rice and garnished with fresh parsley. This is a hearty and filling meal that the whole family will love. The best part is the cleanup is a breeze and the leftovers are incredible.

Add Ingredients: In a medium sized skillet over medium high heat add the olive oil. Then add in bell pepper, onion and celery and then cook until tender.Cook: Add in stewed tomatoes, tomato sauce, chicken broth, chili powder, and Worcestershire sauce. Add shrimp and cover and let simmer for about 5-7 minutes until the shrimp are cooked through. Mix together the cornstarch and water and stir into the sauce and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes to let the sauce thicken.

Pesto Salmon is the BEST salmon you will ever make! Smothered in fresh basil pesto and soaked in roasted tomatoes, this salmon is then baked to perfection for a juicy and tender salmon fillet.

I think salmon is my favorite fish. It’s really simple to make and it’s a great fish to season. If you love salmon like me, you’ve got to try this Salmon Piccata, this sweet and savory Asian Glazed Salmon, or this amazing Garlic Brown Sugar Glazed Salmon.

Recipe for Salmon with Pesto

Once you try this pesto salmon, you are going to be hooked! I like to use a fresh basil pesto, but there are so many great options at the grocery store too. Salmon is a great fish to try if you are making fish for the first time. The key is to not overcook it! You want the internal temperature to be 135 degrees. It also matters what fillet you choose. There are tips for choosing the best salmon fillet piece in my tips box.

I think that pesto and salmon were made for each other! I love pesto on so many things, like this pesto alfredo chicken casserole and this easy baked pesto chicken. It turns out, I think pesto is my favorite on salmon. It adds such a bright and fresh flavor to the fish, as well as adds moisture. It’s the perfect ingredient!

Ingredients

These six ingredients come together to make the juiciest and most delicious pesto salmon you’ll ever have! It’s so simple to make and loaded with flavor. All of my kids loved this dish, which is saying something! It’s not fishy at all, and it’s so tender. It just flakes with your fork! It’s actually perfect on top of salads, with rice, or cauliflower rice to keep it lower in carbohydrates! You can find measurements below in the recipe card.

Olive Oil: I like to cook my fish in olive oil because it has a great flavor and won’t brown like butter.Salmon Fillet: The key to choosing the best salmon filet is included in the tip box below.Cherry Tomatoes: Cherry tomatoes are really sweet and have acid that helps keep the salmon tender and juicy.Kosher Salt: High quality salt will taste better and make a difference in the dish!Freshly Ground Black Pepper: I like to grind some fresh pepper over the top for a little extra spice.Basil Pesto: This is the key to your pesto salmon! You can make it yourself at home, it’s super simple! Or there are lots of great fresh options at the store too.

Pesto Salmon Recipe

There is nothing tricky about this pesto salmon recipe! It is really easy to cook a perfectly juicy and tender baked salmon fillet with just a few tips. I like to sear the salmon in a skillet and then finish it off in the oven. That way the salmon skin is nice and crispy, but the fillet doesn’t get over done.

Prep: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.Drizzle: Drizzle 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet or cast iron pan.Pat Dry: Pat the salmon fillet dry with paper towels and then place it in the middle of the skillet.Add Cherry Tomatoes: Add the cherry tomatoes to the skillet to surround the salmon fillet. Then drizzle the remaining olive oil over the tomatoes and salmon.Season: Season the salmon and tomatoes with salt and pepper.Bake: Bake the salmon and tomatoes for about 15 minutes or until the tomatoes start to blister and soften.Add Pesto: Spread the pesto sauce over the salmon and then continue to bake for an additional 5-8 minutes.Bake: Bake until it registers 135 degrees Fahrenheit when a thermometer is inserted at the thickest part of the salmon.Garnish: Garnish with fresh basil and parmesan cheese. Enjoy!

Ready in 20 minutes, this yellow rice is quick and easy and packed with savory flavor! It’s the perfect side dish for busy weeknight dinners.

Oh, the things you can do with rice! Rice is something we all typically have on hand,and can easily be enhanced with just a few simple ingredients. If you’re looking for more side dishes to accompany all of your favorite dinners, try this cilantro lime rice, Greek lemon rice, and Mexican rice! They are all super easy to make and so tasty!

Quick and Easy Yellow Rice Recipe

Yellow rice is a side dish commonly found in Spanish, Indian, South African, Mediterranean, and Mexican cuisine. Turmeric gives it its signature color! My take on this recipe is inspired by the Spanish and Mexican versions of the dish. It’s savory and flavorful with a touch of turmeric for a hint of bright, peppery spice. The whole family is going to love it. With how easy it is to make, you’ll love it too!

Cook the basmati rice in chicken broth with butter, onion and garlic powder for the perfect rich and savory flavor. As the yellow rice cooks, it absorbs all of the delicious flavor! It’s soft and buttery and perfect for serving up with some chicken and shrimp! Yellow rice works alongside any entrée, really. It has a really versatile flavor! The options are endless. Use it in lettuce wraps, burrito bowls, alongside pork chops, roasted chicken, you name it! If you’re not already convinced, yellow rice also makes great leftovers. It’s perfect for heating up and reusing!

What is Yellow Rice Made of?

This recipe will change slightly depending on the region it’s from, but here’s what I used! It’s sooo simple! I found everything needed to make it in my pantry. Check out the recipe card below for exact measurements!

Butter: Adds richness and flavor to the yellow rice. You can also use olive oil or ghee!Basmati Rice: I used basmati rice to keep this recipe more on the traditional side, but long-grain white or brown rice also work! Long-grain jasmine rice is another great option.Water: For cooking the rice in. You can also use chicken broth.Chicken Bouillon: Chicken bouillon is a must-add because it packs so much flavor into each bite. You can use either paste or powder here. If you don’t have any chicken bouillon on hand, you can also use chicken broth. Use it in place of the water.Garlic and Onion Powder: Both add the perfect savory flavor to this yellow rice!Kosher Salt: Adjust to taste. I prefer using kosher salt over regular table salt because it doesn’t have a bitter aftertaste.Ground Turmeric: Time to break out that spice rack! A touch of turmeric gives this rice its gorgeous yellow color and also adds flavor.Cilantro: (Optional) For garnish.

How to Make Yellow Rice

It only takes 20 minutes to make yellow rice from start to finish! It’s such an easy side dish. Perfect for serving up with Instant Pot lemon chicken! You’ll have dinner ready in less than 30 minutes. With how good it tastes, no one will know!

Heat Butter: Heat the butter or oil in a large pot over medium heat.Add Cooked Rice: Pour the rice into the pan then stir to coat the rice well with the melted butter. Then cook and stir for about 2 minutes.Add Seasonings: Next add the water, chicken bouillon, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and turmeric. Stir until combined and then bring to a boil.Cover and Simmer: Reduce the heat to a simmer and then cover the pot with a lid.Cook: Allow the rice to simmer for about 12-15 minutes until the rice is fully cooked and plump.Serve: Fluff with a fork, then transfer the rice to a bowl and serve.

So much better than store bought and so fun to make, these oatmeal fig bars are sweet and salty and everything you hope they would be! The sticky fig jam is sandwiched between two delicious layers of oatmeal crumble and crust. You really can’t beat this sweet treat!

I love buying fig bars from the store, especially around the holidays, so I thought I should make them at home. Let me tell you, they were a total hit! They are definitely joining the holiday lineup of my favorite treats. If you want some other ideas for great holiday and winter treats, you’ve got to try these Red Velvet White Chocolate Chip Cookies, this delicious Fruit Cake, and these cute Snowball Cookies.

Fig Oatmeal Bars

I recently tried figgy pudding for the first time ( I know, where have I been this whole time?!) and it was amazing! I absolutely loved the flavor of the figs, and I realized that fig is the perfect base for a dessert. We actually included a delicious fig and grapefruit cheese on a charcuterie board that absolutely divine, and I realized I needed more figs in my life. So I thought a great new dessert to try would be these fig oatmeal bars!

If you have never had an oatmeal fig bar, it’s kind of like a granola bar meets a linzer cookie. It is seriously the best thing ever! If you have ever had a fig newton, then this dessert is really similar! It is the perfect dessert for anyone who loves oats and a dessert that doesn’t leave you feeling too heavy afterwards. I am seriously obsessed with these oatmeal fig bars!

Ingredients in Oatmeal Fig Bars

Don’t be fooled by the number of ingredients, most of them repeat a few times for this oatmeal fig bar recipe! The crust on the top and bottom are not very different in ingredients, they just need to be prepared differently. The top is more like a crumble where you need cold butter to help ingredients clump together. The bottom is more like a traditional oatmeal crust. You can find the measurements below in the recipe card.

Filling

Dried Figs: Dried figs are a must for this oatmeal fig bars recipe. Fresh ones will not work the same! If you are wondering where to get dried figs, I totally get it because I didn’t remember seeing them at the grocery store until I looked for them! I found them in the dried fruit section of my grocery store. If you don’t have any luck there are lots of options online.Water: This is to help rehydrate the figs and to make the sauce.Orange Juice: I love to add orange juice because it has acid in it which really brightens up the filling.Vanilla Extract: I add just a bit of vanilla to bring out all the flavors in the figs.

Crust

Butter: Butter helps everything hold together and adds fat, which makes the crust so amazing.Brown Sugar: I like to use brown sugar because it has a deeper flavor than granulated sugar because of the molasses.Egg: Egg will help the crust hold together for these oatmeal fig bars.Rolled Oats: I love the texture and flavor of oats in the crust. It also adds extra fiber and balances out this dessert.All-Purpose Flour: I like to use it because it’s what I have on hand. You could use whole wheat flour in this recipe.Baking Powder: Baking powder helps the crust from becoming too dense and hard.Ground Cinnamon: A little pop of cinnamon in the crust really brings the whole dessert together!Ground Nutmeg: I like to add nutmeg along with cinnamon because they are the perfect pair, and go great with figs!Salt: A little salt in the crust helps to bring out all of the amazing flavors and keeps it from getting too sweet.

Topping

Rolled Oats: This is key to a nice and crumbly topping for your oatmeal fig bars. It sticks to the butter and becomes little nuggets of goodness all over this treat.Butter: You will want to keep this butter cold and cube it. When the butter is cold it crumbles instead of blends together, which is how you get the oats to clump the way you want them to.All-Purpose Flour: It’s easy to work with, and helps the oats come together in a great texture.Brown Sugar: I like to use brown sugar because of the molasses, and it adds lots of flavor to the crumble.Granulated Sugar: A little sweetness helps to bring this whole treat together.Salt: I like to add salt to the topping too so it doesn’t get too sweet.Ground Cinnamon: Cinnamon in the crust and the topping is the perfect way to bring the whole treat full circle. It’s so amazing!

Oatmeal Fig Bars Recipe

You will make this oatmeal fig bar in three steps. You will prepare the filling, the crust, and the crumble. Then you put it all together and bake! It’s a little bit of a labor of love but oh my goodness is it worth it! This is a great recipe to make for special occasions. It’s a huge hit and a really unique dessert that I think everyone will love.

Filling

Cook Filling: In a medium saucepan, combine the dried figs, water, and orange juice. Over medium heat, and stirring occasionally, cook the mixture for about 10-12 minutes. The figs should be soft and have absorbed some of the liquid.Blend: Remove from heat and mix in the vanilla, then allow to cool for 15 minutes. Pour mixture into a blender or food processor and blend until the mixture is smooth and no chunks remain. Set asidePrep Pan: At this point, prepare an 8 inch square baking dish by spraying it with cooking spray and set aside, preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.

Crust

Whisk: In a large bowl, using a hand mixer, whisk together melted butter, sugar, and egg. In a separate bowl whisk together oats, flour, baking powder, and spices.Add Dry Ingredients: Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients. The mixture will become hard to mix with a whisk, you may want to switch to a large spoon or spatula to finish mixingAdd Crust to Pan: Spread your crust evenly into your prepared pan, pack down slightly to even it out.

Topping

Pulse: In a food processor, add all your ingredients and pulse until all the ingredients are well mixed and no chunks of butter or patches of dry ingredients should remain.

Put It All Together

Add Ingredients and Bake: Spread your fig filling evenly over the top of your crust lined pan, sprinkle the topping over the top of the filling and bake in your pre heated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the top is an even golden brown.Enjoy: Enjoy fresh or keep at room temperature in an airtight container for up to a week.