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All of the cozy, delicious flavors of pumpkin pie in a creamy Pumpkin Smoothie! This smoothie recipe can be ready to enjoy in just 5 minutes! Simply blend pumpkin puree, frozen banana, milk, Greek yogurt, almond butter and warm spices for a healthy, satisfying fall breakfast or snack.

We love smoothies year-round! And this pumpkin spice flavored smoothie is sure to get you in the fall spirit. Be sure to try out some of our other pumpkin treats! This pumpkin hummus is the perfect healthier snack to serve this time of year. For a little more decadence, don’t pass up our pumpkin cheesecake or pumpkin bundt cake, which are both great alternatives to pumpkin pie on Thanksgiving.

Pumpkin Smoothie Recipe

This cold, creamy, incredibly flavorful pumpkin smoothie is an easy, tasty way to add nutrition into your diet. The pumpkin and banana are loaded with many different vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. In addition, the protein in the greek yogurt and almond butter will keep you fueled for hours.

You will love that this is a nutritious fall treat that tastes like dessert! In addition, it’s super quick and easy to whip up. Plus, it’s portable – take a few minutes to mix one up before heading out the door for the day. You’ll soon be craving these every morning!

Ingredients Needed

This pumpkin smoothie recipe is cold, creamy, and perfectly thick! If you keep canned pumpkin in your pantry, you may have everything to make one right now! Here’s everything you’ll need:

Pumpkin: Used canned pumpkin puree or try making homemade pumpkin puree. It’s way easier than you might think!

Bananas: We recommend sliced frozen ripe bananas to help sweeten the smoothie and create a creamy consistency.

Milk: While the recipe calls for pumpkin spice almond milk or plain almond milk, you can use whatever kind of milk you prefer. You can even add in a tablespoon of pumpkin spice creamer if you’d like, which will add some extra sweetness to the smoothie.

Greek Yogurt: I like vanilla greek yogurt in this because the vanilla flavor pairs nicely with the spices. Plain yogurt works great too!

Ice: Adding in about 1/2 cup of ice cubes will keep the smoothie cold and make it nice and thick.

Almond Butter: Optional, but I love the nuttiness that it adds. It also adds a bit of protein and healthy fats to make this smoothie filling. If you don’t have almond butter, try peanut butter.

Pumpkin Pie Spice: If you don’t have pumpkin pie spice on hand, make homemade pumpkin spice! Or you can use the following: 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon and a pinch each of nutmeg, ginger & allspice.

How to Make This Pumpkin Smoothie

This pumpkin smoothie recipe could not be easier! You’ll love whipping one up and enjoying the tasty flavors of fall.

Blend: Add all the ingredients to a blender and blend until smooth.

Served: Pour into two cups and enjoy immediately.

Sweet and buttery cornbread cookies are my favorite cookie Crumbl makes, and I knew I had to recreate this dream cookie. The texture of the cornmeal, the honey butter frosting, and the honey drizzled on top… it all melts in your mouth!

I love a good copycat recipe and these crumbl cornbread cookies are legit! It’s so fun making copycat recipes at home. These cornbread cookies only come out a couple of times a year at Crumbl, so this recipe is the best way to enjoy them whenever you want. A few of my other favorite copycat recipes on the blog are this salad from Olive Garden, the Chic-fil-A frosted lemonade, and these egg rolls from Cheesecake Factory. 

What Are Cornbread Cookies?

If you like cornbread, these cookies will blow your mind! Basically, cornbread cookies are a sweet cookie version of fluffy cornbread. They’re thick and chewy with a slight cornmeal texture. The combination of sugars and honey adds the perfect sweetness to this unforgettable cookie. And the best part is the honey butter frosting that melts into the warm cookie. Don’t let the word cornbread scare you away when it comes to these cookies! They are the most incredible cookies you will ever taste…you HAVE to make them!

The extra bit of texture that cornmeal adds to recipes is insanely delicious! I have some yummy recipes your whole family will love. Traditional cornbread is a must, these cornbread pancakes are a favorite, and this corn casserole is something else! My kids beg for me to make it, and it’s SO easy.

Ingredients For Cornbread Cookies

Here are the ingredients needed to make these copycat Crumbl cornbread cookies. The cornmeal is a must and can be found at any grocery store. It’s just plain cornmeal, not cornbread mix, so double-check that. Following my recipe below for the exact ingredients needed to make these cookies successfully.

Cookies

Unsalted Butter: I like to control the salt flavors in my cookies so I use unsalted.

Shortening: I love the combination of butter and shortening in a cookie. It creates the best texture and keeps the cookie tender.

Granulated Sugar: The combination of granulated sugar and brown sugar is a must in chocolate chip cookies.

Honey: Add sweetness and complement the flavors of the cornbread cookie.

Light Brown Sugar: Make sure to pack the brown sugar because it really matters.

Eggs: Room temperature is best.

All-Purpose Flour: Adds structure to a cookie recipe.

Vanilla Extract: My favorite is Mexican vanilla.

Butter Extract: Not necessary but adds to the buttery flavor of the cookie.

Cornmeal: Yellow cornmeal is essential to this cookie, don’t leave it out. Adds the best texture!

Cornstarch and Baking Powder: You need both to help the cookies rise and become light and fluffy.

Salt: Salt always enhances the sweetness of a cookie.

Honey Butter Frosting

Unsalted Butter: At room temperature to make creaming easy.

Honey: Adds sweetness and flavor.

Powdered Sugar: A must for frosting! Adds sweetness and binds the ingredients together.

Vanilla Extract: Enhances the sweetness.

Salt: Just a pinch!

Heavy Cream: A little to help cream the frosting together.

Cornbread Cookies Recipe

This copycat Crumbl cornbread cookie recipe is easy to make at home! I walk you through all the steps to make these heavenly cookies. Follow my instructions below and you will love the outcome of your cornbread cookies.

Cookies

Preheat Oven/ Prepare Pans: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

Cream Butter, Shortening, Honey, and Sugars: In a large bowl or a stand mixer, beat the butter, shortening, ¼ cup of honey, brown sugar, and granulated sugar. Beat for 4-5 minutes on high speed, until light and fluffy.

Add Eggs and Extracts: Add in the eggs and extracts and beat until combined. Scrape down the sides and bottom of the bowl periodically to make sure everything is evenly incorporated.

Add Dry Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together the flour, cornmeal, cornstarch, baking powder, and salt. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients in 3 increments, mixing until just combined after each increment.

Scoop Dough Balls: Using a large cookie scoop, measure about ⅓ cup of cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheets. Evenly space 6 balls of dough on each cookie sheet because they will spread quite a bit.

Bake: Bake for 13-15 minutes, until the edges are just about set. The center of the cookies will look underbaked, but they will continue to bake as the cookies cool. If desired, use the flat bottom of a glass or measuring cup to gently flatten the domed tops of the cookies right after they come out of the oven.

Cool: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 4-5 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.

Brush Cookies With Honey: Heat the remaining ¼ cup of honey in the microwave for 15-20 seconds until melted. Use a pastry brush to brush a thin coating of honey over the tops of the warm cookies.

Honey Butter Frosting

Cream the Butter and Honey: Add the butter and honey to a large bowl and beat until fluffy.

Add the Powdered Sugar, Vanilla, Salt, and Cream: Add the powdered sugar, vanilla, salt, and cream and beat until light and fluffy. If the frosting seems too thick, add additional cream one teaspoon at a time.

Frost and Drizzle With Honey: Once the cookies are cooled, add a scoop of the frosting right on top of each cookie. Drizzle with honey and serve!

Creamy Zuppa Toscana is a savory Italian soup that is made with potatoes, spicy sausage, bacon, and kale. It is thick, creamy, and delicious and is a must-make soup this fall!

This delicious and creamy Zuppa Toscana soup tastes just like it is from the Olive Garden! If you love copycat recipes from your favorite restaurants, try this Creamy Chicken Gnocchi Soup (Olive Garden Copycat), These Avocado Egg Rolls (Cheesecake Factory Copycat, or this classic Fuji Apple Chicken Salad (Panera Bread Copycat).

Creamy Zuppa Toscana Soup Recipe

Zuppa Toscana is a deliciously creamy soup that is hearty and filling! I first tried this soup at Olive Garden and you all know how much I love a good copycat recipe that I can make at home! This one is no exception.

In fact, not only can you make this soup at home but you can make it into an entire Olive Garden meal! I have recipes for Copycat Olive Garden Breadsticks and also the classic Copycat Olive Garden Salad. So stay at home and save some money. Not only is this a simple recipe to make but I think it’s even better than the original!

Ingredients to Make Zuppa Toscana

This soup is simple to make and doesn’t use a ton of ingredients. Make it on the stove or in a slow cooker (instructions below) and you will be making this over and over this winter season!

Chicken broth: This adds a lot of flavor to the base of the soup.

Heavy Cream: Heavy cream is a must to make a heavy, thick base for the soup. It helps soak up the potatoes and adds bold flavoring.

Italian Sausage: Depending on the sausage that you use, this can have a little bit of a kick. Keep that in mind and get mild Italian sausage if you aren’t crazy about heat.

Bacon: When combined with the sausage, the bacon is so delicious!

Russet Potatoes: When you are cutting these into cubes, try to keep them uniform in size. That way, they will cook evenly.

Onion: The onion adds so much flavor. You can use a white or a yellow onion.

Garlic Cloves: If you don’t have fresh garlic cloves, then you can use minced garlic. 1/2 teaspoon equals about 1 clove.

Spinach or Kale: This adds color, texture, and a great flavoring to the Zuppa Toscana soup.

Salt and Pepper: Just a dash for taste!

How to Make Zuppa Toscana

There are a few steps to take to prepare this Zuppa Tuscana soup but they are simple and let me tell you… this soup is worth every step!

Cook your meats: Cook and crumble the bacon. Set aside on a plate lined with a paper towel. Cook the sausage and set aside.

Prepare your potatoes: Skin each potato and slice in half and make about 1/4 inch slices. You can slice these into fourths making the potatoes more bite sized.

Boil your potatoes: Bring a large pot with the chicken broth to a boil. Boil the potatoes for about 10 minutes or until tender.

Sauté: While the potatoes are boiling, sauté the onion and garlic until tender and set aside.

Combine ingredients together: Once potatoes are tender, add sausage, onion, garlic, and chopped spinach to the pot. Boil for a couple of minutes until the spinach starts to wilt. Reduce heat and add heavy cream.

Cook: Finish by cooking until heated through and add salt and pepper to taste.

Savory Mushroom Gravy is rich, flavorful, and the perfect topping for steak, pork, chicken, or mashed potatoes. It’s easy to make and ready in just 20 minutes!

If you want to add some major flavor to your dinner with very little effort, this mushroom gravy recipe is a must try! Try it over your mashed potatoes or over salisbury steaks! It’s so delicious, you’ll want to pair it with a variety of meals.

The Best Mushroom Gravy Recipe

This delicious mushroom gravy is made with a wonderfully tasty onion and garlic beef broth that nestles tender mushrooms. Topped with fresh thyme and ready in about 20 minutes, it’s an incredible crowd-pleasing addition to your potatoes or hearty beef, pork, or chicken dishes.

We cannot get enough of this mushroom sauce! It’s not too thick or too thin, and so perfectly creamy and luscious thanks to the addition of butter and flour. The mushrooms have an earthy umami flavor, the sautéed onions add deep aromatic flavor and a hint of sweetness, and the beef broth gives this gravy recipe a meaty taste that’s irresistible.  

Ingredients for Mushroom Gravy

This mushroom gravy recipe is great because it uses simple ingredients, most of which you probably already have in your kitchen. Note: Exact measurements can be found in the recipe card below.

Olive Oil: For cooking the mushrooms and chopped onion.

Mushrooms: The star of this recipe! Use fresh white, button, or Cremini mushrooms.

Onion: Use a white or yellow onion. Keep in mind that yellow onions have a slightly sweeter more mellow taste.

Garlic: Finely minced fresh garlic will add depth of flavor to the gravy.

Kosher Salt & Black Pepper: Season to taste and bring out all of the deliciousness!

Butter: Combines with the flour to add creamy, rich thickness.

Flour: Helps the gravy thicken up nicely. All-purpose flour works just fine here.

Beef Broth: Adds meatiness and extra flavor to the gravy. Vegetable or mushroom broth can also be used.

Thyme: A classic herb that complements the savory flavor of this mushroom gravy.

How to Make It

So simple to make using just one pan! Get ready to create an out-of-this-world delicious mushroom gravy. Here’s the simple process:

Sauté the Mushrooms and Onion: Add the oil to a large skillet and heat over medium-high heat. Then add the mushrooms and chopped onions and cook for 7-8 minutes or until tender.

Season and Cook Garlic: Add the salt, pepper, and garlic and cook for an additional minute. Remove the mushrooms from the skillet and then set aside.

Combine Butter and Flour: Returning to the same skillet, melt the butter over medium-heat. Then sprinkle in the flour whisking to create a thick paste.

Add Beef Broth: Pour in the beef broth and whisk to combine. Continue to heat for 3-5 minutes whisking periodically until the gravy thickens.

Combine Mushrooms With Gravy: Once thickened, add the cooked mushrooms and onions back to the gravy. Add 1 tablespoon of Worcestershire sauce and fresh thyme. Stir to combine and then simmer for 2-3 minutes. 

Serve: Season to taste with additional salt and pepper if needed. Enjoy over potatoes and paired with your favorite beef, pork, or chicken.

Delicious Cinnamon Babka is rich, buttery bread with swirling ribbons of cinnamon sugar, topped off with a sweet syrup topping. Tender, soft, and perfectly sweet, this loaf is a welcome treat for any occasion!

Whether it’s the holidays, a special event, or just a lazy morning at home, a warm slice of sweet bread will have everyone coming back for more! Cheesecake Factory Brown Bread, Cinnamon Swirl Bread and Amish Friendship Bread are some of my favorite bread recipes to make at home. They’re simple enough that even novice bakers can conquer making bread from scratch.

Cinnamon Babka Bread Recipe

From the soft, buttery bread to the sweet cinnamon filling and sugary topping, Cinnamon Babka is a recipe that always yields delicious flavor with the most beautiful presentation. This sweet bread recipe originated from Eastern Europe and is a Jewish tradition.

This bread uses a brioche dough that’s rolled out, layered with a cinnamon filling, rolled, sliced, and then braided and baked in a loaf pan. Chocolate babka is another popular braided loaf that you’ll want to try!

Ingredients in Cinnamon Babka Bread

There are three main components to make this cinnamon babka bread recipe. You start with making the dough, then the filling is mixed together and spread over the dough. Finally, right after the bread comes out of the oven, the top is brushed with a simple syrup. Here are all of the ingredients you will need for making this bread. You can find the exact measurements in the recipe card below.

Dough

Flour: I used all-purpose flour in this recipe.

Sugar: This sweetens the dough, making this bread perfect for breakfast or even dessert!

Instant Yeast: This yeast helps the dough to rise and become soft.

Eggs: I always like using large eggs in my recipes.

Whole Milk: This helps bind the dough together.

Salt: The salt enhances all of the ingredients in the recipe.

Butter: I used unsalted butter in this recipe.

Filling

Dark Brown Sugar: This adds a deliciously sweet, caramelized filling perfect for this cinnamon babka bread.

Flour: All-purpose flour works great in this part of the recipe too!

Salt: The salt brings out the flavors in the filling.

Ground Cinnamon: This classic flavor is what makes this bread so delicious!

Butter: I use melted, unsalted butter for the filling.

Simple Syrup

Sugar: This adds sweetness to the syrup.

Water: When you mix this with the sugar, it makes a syrup for the cinnamon babka bread.

How to Make Cinnamon Babka

Like other homemade bread recipes, cinnamon babka does require some preparation and time. However, this bread is easy to make, and the steps are very straightforward. It’s important to remember that the dough does need to proof overnight, so be sure to plan ahead if you’re making this for a special occasion! Here’s how to make it:

Dough

Combine Ingredients: In the bowl of a stand mixer, whisk together 4 ¼ cups of flour, sugar, and yeast. Add the eggs, warm milk (no warmer than 110 degrees Fahrenheit), and salt. Use the dough hook to mix on low speed until it all starts to combine. If the mixture is too wet and won’t come away from the sides of the bowl then you can add in the additional ½ cup of flour.

Mix in Butter: Add the soft butter 1-2 tablespoons at a time, letting the dough absorb it before adding more. After mixing in the butter, mix on medium-low speed for 8-10 minutes until the dough is smooth. It will be quite sticky but have a good stretch to it.

Shape and Proof: Lightly oil a large bowl and form the dough into a ball. Place the dough into the bowl, turning it over to coat it in oil. Cover and chill for at least 4 hours or overnight.

Filling

Mix the Filling Ingredients: When you are ready to start forming the cinnamon babka bread, prepare the filling by mixing the brown sugar, salt, four, and cinnamon together. Add the melted butter and mix until a paste forms. Set aside.

Baking

Prep the Pans: Spray 2 9×5 inch bread pans with baking spray and set aside. You may line the pans with parchment paper, leaving a 2-inch overhang on either side if desired.

Roll the Dough: Divide the chilled dough into two equal portions. On a floured surface roll half of the dough into a 12×16 inch rectangle.

Add the Filling: Spread half of the cinnamon filling over the rolled dough, leaving a 1-inch border on one short side of the dough.

Roll the Dough: Starting from the short side opposite the border, roll the dough tightly. Pinch the seam once the whole rectangle has been rolled.

Slice and Twist the Dough: Using a large, sharp knife, slice the log in half lengthwise. Set the two halves side-by-side with the cut side facing up. Twist the halves together 3-4 times, pinching the ends together.

Transfer Dough to Pans: Place the twisted dough gently into one of the prepared pans keeping the cut sides of the dough facing up. Repeat with the second half of the dough and the remaining filling.

Let Dough Rise: Place a clean kitchen towel over the loaves and let them rise in a warm place for 1-½ hours.

Bake: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Once the loaves are done rising, bake for 40-45 minutes. The top will be golden brown. The internal temperature of the bread should be 185 degrees Fahrenheit.

Simple Syrup

Make the Simple Syrup: While the loaves are in the oven, prepare the simple syrup by combining the sugar and water in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil and remove from the heat.

Brush the Syrup on the Cinnamon Babka Bread: Once the loaves come out of the oven immediately brush the tops of them generously with the syrup.

Cool and Serve: Let the loaves cool for 25-30 minutes in the pan before removing. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Start your day off with this delicious Savory Oatmeal! It’s easy to make, customizable, and is a hearty breakfast that will fill you right up!

This breakfast recipe is great for anyone who loves oatmeal but also craves a savory breakfast. Here are some of my other favorite savory breakfast options: breakfast bowls, these huevos rancheros, or this quiche.

Savory Oatmeal Recipe

If you’ve never tried savory oatmeal, you’re in for a real treat, especially if you prefer a savory breakfast. Just think of it like a buddha bowl, where the oats are the grain, the protein is from the chicken sausage and egg, and healthy fats are from the avocado. Not to mention, there is plenty of flavor from the juicy bursts of tomato and fresh arugula!

One of the best parts about enjoying oatmeal for breakfast is that it’s completely customizable, and this savory oatmeal is no different. Replace the chicken sausage with bacon, or omit the meat for a vegetarian meal. Cook your egg scrambled, fried, or hard-boiled, and feel free to add other vegetables, herbs, and seasonings. A drizzle of homemade salsa would also be a delicious finish!

Ingredients Needed

The ingredients needed for this savory oatmeal recipe are easy to prep, common, and ones that you probably have on hand. Here’s everything you’ll need:

Rolled Oats: I prefer using old-fashioned rolled oats for this recipe, but you can also use steel-cut oats or even quick oats, although the texture and cooking time will be different.

Cooking Liquid: Low-sodium chicken broth or water works great. I typically use chicken broth for extra flavor.

Chicken Sausage: Use any breakfast sausage that you like. You can even make homemade sausage patties. I like to opt for a healthy chicken sausage variety.

Egg: Top your bowl with an egg (or two) sunny-side up or however you like your eggs!

Arugula: I prefer to use arugula, but you can also use kale or spinach.

Avocado: Fresh sliced avocado on top adds creaminess and delicious flavor!

Cherry Tomatoes: The sweet, juicy bites add a nice contrast and a beautiful color to the recipe!

Everything Bagel Seasoning: I love to sprinkle everything bagel seasoning over the top for garnish.

How to Make Savory Oatmeal

Follow these simple steps for a well-balanced, hearty morning meal you’ll want to enjoy on repeat.

Start the Oats Cooking: In a small pot, combine the oats and chicken broth over medium-high heat.

Simmer the Oats: Once it comes to a low boil, reduce the heat and let simmer until it reaches your desired thickness. Stir occasionally until the oats are cooked through and creamy.

Transfer Oatmeal to a Bowl: Remove the pot from the heat and then pour the oatmeal into a bowl.

Cook and Prep Other Ingredients: To prepare the toppings, cook the egg how you desire. Heat the chicken sausage in the air fryer or according to package instructions. Slice your tomatoes and avocado.

Build Your Bowl: To assemble the bowl, layer your egg, sausage, tomatoes, avocado, and arugula on top of the oatmeal.

Serve: Sprinkle with everything bagel seasoning and enjoy!

Halloween is the BEST time to get creative and have fun with your food! Gather all things orange and bring this pumpkin charcuterie board to your next fall get-together. Fill your board to look like a Jack-o-lantern; it will be the talk of the party!

Holidays are just meant for charcuterie boards. It makes parties so memorable and everyone loves them! My kids love this Halloween board and this Christmas charcuterie board is always a hit. But you can also serve this simple charcuterie board and everyone will still be impressed.

Pumpkin Charcuterie Board

Once fall hits, you see pumpkins everywhere in decor and food, so why not combine the two? This festive pumpkin charcuterie board is a fun way to serve snacks in the shape of a jack-o-lantern. All you need to do is gather orange-colored fruit, cheese, chips, and candy and you’re all set. Well, and a few black items for the face and a cucumber for the stem. Not only is this fun to put together, but it’s just as fun to enjoy!

Gather around your ghouls and goblins because they are going to LOVE this pumpkin charcuterie board! This has something for everyone and it will be the highlight of the night! If you want a few more Halloween food ideas, try out these Mummy Hot Dogs, Crazy Good Roasted Pumpkin Seeds, and Mummy Mini Pizzas! They are all so delicious, your guests will love them!

Choosing Crackers, Nuts, and Popcorn

For this part, cheddar-flavored crackers and nuts are your best bet! You could also use barbeque flavored crackers and nuts. I like to choose crackers and nuts of various shapes and sizes and the goldfish are fun for the kids! You could even do some gluten-free options in case you have guests that have food restrictions. The crackers and nuts that I used for this board were

Goldfish Crackers

Cheddar Crackers

Cheddar Popcorn

Cheddar Corn Nuts

Candy For Your Board

This is the fun part! There are lots of orange-colored candies you could use for your pumpkin board. Butterscotch and caramel candies also work because of their orange hues. Get creative with the chocolate and candy you choose. Candy corn would also be so fun! Here is what I chose to use:

Dark Chocolate

Orange Covered Almonds

What Fruit and Veggies Should I Use?

Because this is a pumpkin charcuterie board, you’re limited to orange and black fruit. So keep color in mind when you are picking your fruit. I used both fresh and dried fruit here, but use whatever you have access to. Here are the fruits that I used for the board!

Cantaloupe

Oranges or Clementines

Blueberries

Blackberries

Dried Apricots

Black Olives

Mini Cucumber

What Cheese Should I Use?

I like to pick out cheeses that have different textures and different orange hues! I also like to cut the cheese into different shapes to make things interesting. Lucky for you, many cheeses are orange in color so you will have a good variety! For this recipe, I used the following cheeses:

Cheddar Cheese

Smoked Gouda 

Let’s Make a Pumpkin Charcuterie Board!

Now that you gathered the goodies for your pumpkin charcuterie board, it’s time to put it all together!! Charcuterie boards are the absolute best way to make something completely unique for any season! Change it up and add exactly what you like and it will be a huge hit with your family and friends!!

Place the Triangular Cookie Cutters For the Eyes and Nose: Use a round wood board or large platter then place the triangle-shaped cookie cutters for the eyes and nose.

Fill the Cookie Cutters: Fill one eye with dark chocolate candy, the other eye with olives, and the nose with blackberries. Make sure these items are black food items to resemble a jack-o-lantern.

Shape the Mouth: Add in the blueberries in the shape of a mouth.

Fill in the Board: Fill the board in with crackers, popcorn, corn nuts, fruit, and candy. Add them to the board to fill around the face. I do this vertically and organized, but you can do it how you like!

Add the Stem: It helps if your board has a handle, but if not, just make room for the stem. I used mini cucumber slices but any green vegetable works!

Delicious and sweet caramelized onions inside this incredibly creamy and cheesy onion and bacon dip! With the added crispy bacon and melted Romano cheese, this dip is sure to be a huge hit at your next party!

Aren’t gooey, cheesy dips the best? Once you pull them out of the oven, no one can resist! After you make this amazing caramelized onion and bacon dip, you’ll have to try out a few of my other favorites: hot corn dip, spinach and artichoke dip, and provoleta!

Delicious Onion and Bacon Dip

Caramelized onions are seriously one of my favorite ways to eat onions. Even if you aren’t a huge onion lover, you have got to try them caramelized. It takes the bite out of the onion and makes them sweet with a smoky flavor. So amazing

Now imagine these caramelized onions in a dip. With cream cheese, mayonnaise, and shredded Romano cheese all melted together. Oh and don’t forget the bacon! The flavors in this onion and bacon dip are so delicious and addicting I can never seem to get enough! So grab your favorite crackers and toasted bread, this is one ooey-gooey, bubbly dip you don’t want to miss.

Ingredient List

This is everything you’ll need to make a cheesy, bacon-filled dip that’s packed with flavor! Trust me, you’re going to love the flavor that this mix of ingredients creates. Exact measurements can be found in the recipe card at the end of the post.

Olive Oil: This is used for cooking the onions in. You could swap it with canola or vegetable oil, whatever you have on hand!

Sweet Onions: Sweet onions bring that lovely sweet-savory vibe, making the dip utterly irresistible. If you can’t find sweet onions, regular yellow ones will do, but they won’t bring that same sweet kick.

Water: Helps the onions caramelize to perfection without burning.

Cream Cheese: Adds creaminess and a delightful tang that makes the dip so good. Sour cream or Greek yogurt will also work, keeping that creamy texture with a hint of tangy goodness.

Mayonnaise: So the onion bacon dip has a little extra creaminess.

Grated Romano Cheese: This is the flavor booster, adding a salty, nutty kick that takes the dip up a notch. Grated parmesan has a similar flavor and texture, so you can use that as a substitute.

Bacon: Bacon adds that smoky, crispy charm that’s impossible to resist. I like using precooked bacon to make this dip even easier to prepare.

Salt and Pepper: Season to taste!

Onion and Bacon Dip Recipe

This onion bacon dip is super easy to make, but it does need a little bit of prep. You’ve got to get those caramelized onions just right! It’s what makes the flavor so good.

Caramelize Your Onions: In a medium-sized skillet add oil, onions, and water. Cook over medium high heat until browned and caramelized adding more water as needed. Be patient, it will take about 45 minutes for the onions to reach a dark caramelized color.

Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.

Combine Mayo and Cream Cheese: In a medium bowl, cream together the mayonnaise and softened cream cheese.

Mix in Remaining Ingredients: Stir in the 1/2 cup Romano cheese, bacon crumbles, and caramelized onions.

Add to Baking Dish: Spread into a baking dish and top with remaining 1/4 cup romano cheese.

Bake: Bake in a preheated oven for about 20-30 minutes or until the top is golden brown.

Get ready for a spooky Halloween delight with these Witch Fingers! A classic twist on pretzel rods, this bewitching treat is dipped in green candy melts and decorated with almond nails and knuckles. It makes for a fun and easy treat that’s perfect for the season.

A holiday isn’t complete without some fun and festive foods to eat! For your Halloween party, serve up these delicious Halloween Donut Hole Pops, this Black Velvet Cake, or this delicious Halloween Charcuterie Board!

What are Witch Fingers?

Witch fingers is a delicious and easy recipe that you have to make this holiday season. Witch fingers are large pretzel rods that are dipped in candy melts and formed to look like a finger! Once you add on the almond on top for the fingernail, they look extra spooky!

This Halloween treat is perfect for adding to a charcuterie board, and my kids love helping me make them look as creepy as possible! Top them off with some sliced almonds for the witch’s fingernails, and they look almost too realistic to eat! These are such a fun addition to any Halloween celebration. Serve them up with these Halloween Cupcakes or this Delicious Homemade Root Beer!

What Ingredients do I need to Make Witch Fingers?

The best part about this recipe is that you only need three ingredients! It doesn’t get much easier than that. Check out the recipe card at the bottom of the post for all of the exact measurements.

Pretzel Rods: The large pretzel rods are perfect for dipping in the candy melt.

Green Candy Melts: You can get any color, but I always get green since that’s what color a witch is at Halloween!

Sliced Almonds: The sliced almonds are what you use for the fingernails! They end up looking surprisingly (and spookily) realistic!

How to Make Witch Fingers

If you need a last minute trerat to bring to your Halloween party, you came to the right place! These witch fingers are so much fun and will definitely take your Halloween celebrations to the next level.

Prep: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lay a large sheet of parchment paper on a clean surface. Have toothpicks and the sliced almonds ready to go next to the parchment paper. 

Melt Candy Melts: Add the candy melts to a medium-sized heat-proof bowl. Heat in the microwave in 30-second intervals until fully melted and smooth. Then, transfer the melted candy into a tall, narrow glass or cup. 

Dip: Dip the pretzel rods one at a time into the glass until at least 2/3 of the pretzel is covered. Remove from the cup and gently shake off the excess candy. Then, place it on the parchment paper.

Add Details: Ever 4 or 5 pretzels, pause the dipping to add details to the already-dipped pretzels. Press a sliced almond on the top of the pretzel to be the nail. Then, use a clean toothpick to make the knuckles. The knuckles will be two sets of three lines spaced below the almond (just like knuckles are spaced on a finger).

Let it Sit: Let the fingers sit undisturbed until the candy has fully set up.

A classic appetizer made into a hearty soup! Creamy, cheesy, and packed with potatoes, jalapenos, and bacon, this jalapeno popper soup is the perfect comfort food for lower temperatures.

I love a good, hearty soup. If it’s easy to make, that’s even better! After you try this amazing jalapeno popper soup, try this cheeseburger soup, 8-can chicken taco soup, or broccoli cheese soup!

Creamy Jalapeno Popper Soup

Let me tell you about this jalapeño popper soup. It’s a flavor explosion in a bowl! It’s got crispy bacon, diced jalapenos, and onions in a creamy base with a hint of garlic. Then those Yukon gold potatoes, chopped to perfection, add a hearty twist that turns the classic jalapeno popper into a full-on meal. It’s the appetizer we all love, but taken up a notch with some comforting, creamy goodness. The cheeses, oh the cheeses, they melt down and make this soup absolutely irresistible. Cream cheese for creaminess, and cheddar for that melty texture we all love! Trust me, you won’t be able to resist going back for seconds. Or maybe even thirds!

When it comes to easy and satisfying, this recipe hits the bullseye. It’s a breeze to whip up in a large pot, letting the flavors meld and mingle effortlessly. (This also makes it great for feeding a crowd!) Before you know it, you’ll be ladling out pure comfort. One spoonful and you’ll be hooked! It’s the ultimate jalapeño popper experience in a bowl. And if you need more dinner inspiration, here is my full list of soup recipes to make all fall and winter long!

Ingredients Needed

Each ingredient here has a role to play in turning a classic snack into a cozy, filling meal. From crispy bacon to creamy cream cheese, they team up to make a soup that’s easy to whip up and bursting with flavor. Exact measurements are in the recipe card below!

Chopped Bacon: Bacon brings that savory, crispy goodness, but if you prefer a lighter option, turkey bacon works just as well. I like to use precooked bacon to make preparing this soup even easier.

Deseeded Jalapenos: The fiery kick that makes the soup pop! Adjust the number based on your spice preference, or swap for milder peppers like poblano if you’re aiming for a tamer heat.

Diced Onion: For some sweet and savory flavor. Shallots will also work.

Minced Garlic: The flavor enhancer that brings that zing! Fresh garlic is a must, but in a pinch, garlic powder can do the trick.

All-Purpose Flour: Used as a thickener.

Low-Sodium Chicken Broth: The liquid gold that forms the soup’s flavorful base. You can also use vegetable broth or beef broth if that’s all you have on hand! It will just change the flavor a little.

Half and Half: So the soup has a nice creamy texture without being too rich.

Chopped Yukon Gold Potatoes: Yukon gold potatoes add a buttery, creamy texture to the soup.

Softened Cream Cheese: The creamy ingredient that brings everything together.

Shredded Cheddar: Adds richness, flavor, and the perfect melty texture!

Salt and Pepper: Season to taste!

Toppings: sliced jalapenos, bacon, and green onion, shredded cheese for garnish- the best finishing touch! Get creative and customize with your favorite toppings – maybe some crispy fried onions or a dollop of sour cream? Go wild and make it your own!

Let’s Make Some Soup!

Break out your soup pot and get ready to make this amazing jalapeno popper soup! It’s like your favorite loaded baked potato soup, but with a kick. So delicious!

Cook Bacon: In a large Dutch oven or pot add the bacon and then cook over medium-high heat. Reserve the bacon grease.

Sauté Veggies: Add the jalalpenos and onions to the pot and cook for about 3 to 4 minutes, or until tender.

Add in Garlic: Stir in the fresh garlic and then cook an additional 30 seconds.

Create a Paste: Add the flour and stir to create a paste.

Pour in Broth: Pour in the chicken broth and half and half. Continually whisk until mixed well.

Boil Potatoes: Add the chopped potatoes. Then heat over medium-high heat, and bring the soup to a boil. Boil for about 25-30 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork-tender.

Mix in Cheese: Remove the pot from the heat then add the cream cheese and shredded cheese. Stir until the cheeses are melted and combined.

Season: Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Add Toppings and Serve: Garnish with desired toppings and then serve warm!