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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!

These popcorn balls are a tasty snack that will win the hearts of kids and adults alike! This recipe has 3 different flavors, marshmallow, peanut butter, and caramel, so there’s something for everyone! You’re going to love each soft and buttery bite.

Looking for more easy treats that the whole family will love? After you make these amazing popcorn balls, try these perfect rice krispie treats, classic muddy buddies, or no-bake butterscotch bars!

Marshmallow Popcorn Balls

These popcorn balls are the perfect treat. So easy to make and so delicious! The popcorn gets combined with melty marshmallows for a sweet, ooey-gooey texture you won’t be able to get enough of! My kids ask for these all the time. And the good news is, they can even make them by themselves since the recipe is so simple!

If you’re not already convinced, I’ve included 3 different flavors to make these popcorn balls your own: marshmallow, caramel, and peanut butter! Each variety is super easy to make and so tasty! There’s something for everyone. You can even take these treats one step further and add your favorite candy toppings or a drizzle of melted chocolate before they cool completely. Trust me, your family will go crazy over these. You may want to make an extra batch because they’ll get eaten in a snap!

What are Popcorn Balls Made of?

This recipe is great because it uses so many pantry staples. When you or your kids are in the mood for something sweet, popcorn balls are the perfect treat to make! Feel free to customize these however you want and add in different mix-ins or toppings. (Exact measurements for each ingredient listed below are in the recipe card at the end of the post.)

Plain Popped Popcorn: You can use bagged popcorn (this is a great choice if you’re making a large quantity of popcorn balls) or freshly popped microwave popcorn.

Mini Marshmallows: These get melted down to create a sticky-sweet mixture that holds the popcorn balls together.

Light Corn Syrup: Adds to the sweetness of the popcorn balls and also helps them stick together.

Unsalted Butter: So these treats have delicious buttery goodness in each bite.

Salt: Just a pinch to enhance the flavors of each popcorn ball.

Vanilla Extract: A must-add for sweet treats like these! Vanilla enhances the flavor and makes them taste even better.

Creamy Peanut Butter (Optional): This is what you will add if you want to make a peanut butter variety.

Dark Brown Sugar (Optional): If you want to make a delicious caramel version of these popcorn balls! Dark brown sugar adds a deep sweetness that is so tasty.

How to Make Homemade Popcorn Balls

They are super easy to make! The key here is to work fast, because the marshmallow popcorn mixture tends to cool and set very quickly after it’s been taken off the heat. So have any toppings, mix-ins, or drizzles that you’re using ready to go!

Marshmallow

Marshmallow Mixture: Add the marshmallows, corn syrup, and butter to a large pot. Heat over medium heat until the marshmallows are melted. Then turn off the heat and stir in the salt and vanilla.

Add Popcorn: Add the popcorn and stir until coated.

Transfer to Parchment Paper: Turn the popcorn onto parchment paper or a heat-proof countertop that has been sprayed with pan spray. Form the popcorn balls as instructed below.

Peanut Butter

Peanut Butter Mixture: Add the marshmallows, corn syrup, butter, and peanut butter to a large pot. Heat over medium heat until the marshmallows are melted. Then turn off the heat and stir in the salt and vanilla.

Add Popcorn: Add the popcorn and stir until coated.

Transfer to Parchment Paper: Turn the popcorn onto parchment paper or a heat-proof countertop that has been sprayed with pan spray. Form the popcorn balls as instructed below.

Caramel

Caramel Mixture: Add the marshmallows, corn syrup, butter, and brown sugar to a large pot. Heat over medium heat until the marshmallows are melted. Then turn off the heat and stir in the salt and vanilla.

Add Popcorn: Add the popcorn and stir until coated.

Transfer to Parchment Paper: Turn the popcorn onto parchment paper or a heat-proof countertop that has been sprayed with pan spray. Form as instructed below.

Forming The Popcorn Balls

Shape Quickly: Let the popcorn cool for 2-3 minutes before spraying your hands with pan spray. Pull off the desired amount of popcorn and form into a tight ball. Work quickly, as once the popcorn starts cooling it cools fast.

Add Toppings: As the popcorn balls cool, you can top the caramel ones with flakey sea salt and the peanut butter ones with a drizzle of melted peanut butter if desired.

Fluffy applesauce pancakes are easy and delicious with a hint of brown sugar and cinnamon for a cozy fall flavor. The addition of applesauce gives these homemade pancakes the perfect texture. These will quickly become your favorite fall breakfast!

We LOVE pancakes at our house because they’re not just for breakfast. You can enjoy them any time of day. They are so easy to whip up on busy nights for dinner and nobody ever complains. Try more of our favorites like these German pancakes, these cinnamon roll pancakes, or these classic fluffy pancakes!

What Are Applesauce Pancakes?

Applesauce pancakes are thick, soft, and fluffy. The applesauce adds moisture and makes the pancakes tender while giving them a subtle apple flavor. It is also a great substitute for oil. Bonus points for making pancakes healthier while using less fat! The secret to fluffy pancakes is to not over-mix the batter. Leave small lumps in the pancakes to ensure fluffy and flavorful pancakes every time. These applesauce pancakes are fluffy, moist, and full of fall flavors.

With a golden crisp outside and a fluffy inside these are a welcome sight on the table first thing in the morning! They’ll be worth getting up for!  Drizzle these pancakes with homemade syrup then complete this breakfast with crispy bacon and scrambled eggs. Your family will love you for it!

Ingredients in Applesauce Pancakes

Lucky for you, these applesauce pancakes are delicious AND easy to make! Use up that leftover applesauce and get to cooking. Once you try these, you will always want to have applesauce on hand to make these pancakes! See the recipe card at the bottom of the post for exact measurements.

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

Baking Powder: This helps the pancakes achieve that light and fluffy texture.

Brown Sugar: Adds a sweet element to enhance the apple and cinnamon flavors.

Cinnamon: The perfect spice to compliment apples.

Salt: The salt will enhance all of the flavors in the recipe!

Milk: The milk helps dissolve the ingredients and create a pourable mixture. Use any kind of milk or even buttermilk for extra fluffy pancakes.

Applesauce: Applesauce is a great substitute for oil. It makes these pancakes super moist! I use unsweetened applesauce but if you like sweet pancakes use regular applesauce.

Egg: The egg helps provide a structure to hold the bubbles and help the pancakes rise.

Vanilla Extract: Vanilla adds a great taste to these pancakes.

Applesauce Pancake Recipe

These pancakes are simple and easy and take less than 20 minutes from start to finish. They are easy enough that your kids can even help you make them! Follow the instructions below to make perfect pancakes.

Combine the Dry Ingredients: To a large bowl, add the flour, brown sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt then whisk to combine.

Add Wet Ingredients to Dry Ingredients: Add the milk, applesauce, vanilla, and egg to the bowl of dry ingredients then whisk together until smooth and blended.

Rest the Batter: Allow the batter to sit for a couple of minutes while you heat the skillet. It allows the batter to thicken a little.

Prepare the Skillet or Griddle: Preheat a large skillet to medium-high heat. Or heat a griddle according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Lightly spray the skillet or griddle with non-stick cooking spray.

Cook: Pour ¼ cup batter onto the griddle or skillet and cook until bubbles begin to appear on the surface. Carefully flip and cook the opposite side until golden brown. Adjust and lower the heat if the pancakes begin to burn.

Serve: Serve with my easy sautéed apples and enjoy! Canned apple pie filling would also be delicious.

Katsu sauce is a thick and glossy ketchup-based sauce that’s perfect for dipping fried foods in! A staple in Japanese and Hawaiian cuisine, you’re going to love having this on hand in your kitchen.

If you’re looking for more tasty homemade sauces to level up your favorite Asian dishes with, try yakitori sauce, yum yum sauce, or sweet chili sauce!

What is Katsu Sauce?

Katsu sauce is a Japanese condiment served alongside fried chicken cutlets, also known as chicken katsu! If you’ve never tried this dreamy combination before, you’re missing out. Katsu sauce is kind of similar to barbecue sauce, with ketchup as its foundation. It gets mixed with things like Worcestershire sauce, oyster sauce, and garlic and onion powders to really make the flavor pop.

Sugar is added too, just a little bit to balance out all of the flavors. You’re going to love the way it tastes! It’s seriously so good, and perfect for dipping fried foods in or smothering on top of your favorite meat dishes. Need some ideas? Karaage chicken (Japanese fried chicken), crispy shrimp, or egg rolls just to name a few.

Ingredients in Katsu Sauce

It only takes a few ingredients to make katsu sauce, and they’re all really simple and easy to find! It’s just a mix of ketchup, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, garlic, and onion. You can of course tweak the ratios to your liking. That’s the beauty of making sauces from scratch!

Ketchup: Like barbecue sauce, ketchup acts as the base of the katsu sauce. It adds just the right amount of sweetness and acidity.

Worcestershire Sauce: For a punch of tangy, umami flavor.

Sugar: So the flavors in your sauce are balanced out. You can add more or less to taste, depending on how sweet you like your sauces.

Oyster Sauce: Oyster sauce isn’t quite as salty as soy sauce, but has a similar taste. Hoisin sauce can also be used as a substitute.

Garlic Powder and Onion Powder: For a punch of sharp, savory flavor.

How to Make Homemade Katsu Sauce

You can make a fresh batch of homemade katsu sauce in minutes, no trip to the grocery store needed! Your family will love how it tastes.

Add Ingredients to a Bowl: In a medium bowl, add the ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, sugar, oyster sauce, garlic powder, and onion powder.

Combine: Whisk to combine until smooth.

Serve: Enjoy right away as a dip or sauce.

This Homemade Cornbread is made from scratch and is the best of the best. It has the most perfect texture and is packed with flavor. I know you won’t be able to stop at just one piece!

When you top this cornbread with butter, it melts right into the cornbread, making it rich and flavorful with every bite. This is a great side dish for Creamy White Chicken Chili, this delicious White Chicken Chili or this yummy Mexican Chicken Corn Chowder.

Homemade Cornbread Recipe

This homemade cornbread recipe is a family favorite of ours. I typically start making it in the fall once I start to cook soups and chili! Or, you can bake this up and eat the cornbread with some delicious honey butter. it melts right into the bread and adds in the most perfect sweet taste.

You can cook this recipe easily in either an 8×8 pan or a muffin tin! Sometimes, the muffin tin is the way to go because it’s easy clean up, and my kids can just grab one whenever they want without me having to worry about cutting and serving it for them. Either way, this cornbread is so delicious you will never try another recipe again!

Ingredients in Cornbread

This recipe is actually very simple and uses pantry staple ingredients that I bet you already have in your kitchen! Check out the recipe card at the bottom of the post for all of the exact measurements.

Butter: I used unsalted butter in this recipe.

Sugar: The sugar adds sweetness to the bread.

Eggs: I use large eggs in this recipe.

Buttermilk: The buttermilk will help to bind all of the ingredients together,

Cornmeal: This is what brings in that perfect yellow color.

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

Baking Soda and Baking Powder: These act as a leavening agent and make the bread soft and fluffy.

Salt: The salt enhances all of the flavors in the cornbread.

How to Make Homemade Cornbread

If you have 30 minutes, then you not only have time to bake up this cornbread, but you will have time to eat it as well! This whips up so fast. If I were you, I would double the recipe because this will fly off your table!

Prep: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Grease an 8×8-inch pan and set aside.

Combine: Whisk together the melted butter and sugar in a large mixing bowl. Add in the eggs and buttermilk and stir until combined.

Add Wet and Dry Ingredients Together: Whisk together cornmeal, flour, baking soda, and baking powder in another large mixing bowl. Add the wet ingredients to the bowl and stir until combined. The batter will be lumpy.

Bake: Pour the mixture into your prepared 8×8-inch pan. Bake for 30 minutes or until golden brown. Insert a toothpick, and when it comes out clean, it’s ready.

Come to the dark side with this gorgeous black velvet cake! Not only is it a showstopper and perfect for any Halloween party, but supremely moist and delicious to boot! Each bite is loaded with the most amazing cocoa flavor.

Looking for more desserts to take your Halloween party to the next level? Try these Halloween cupcakes or donut hole pops! These easy witch hat cookies are another great option as well.

Black Velvet Cake Recipe

You guys. This black velvet cake is seriously one of the most stunning desserts I’ve ever seen! It’s the perfect centerpiece for any Halloween party, and the great thing is, it tastes as good as it looks! What gives the black velvet cake its color isn’t food coloring, but black cocoa powder. For all of you cookies and cream lovers out there, (myself included) this is the same stuff used in Oreo cookies!

Even though this cocoa powder is dark in color, it doesn’t taste like dark chocolate and has a very mellow flavor. Again, think Oreos here. So you’ve got this amazing cocoa flavor, and then the cake itself is a dream. It’s ultra-moist thanks to the sour cream and buttermilk added. And then the ermine frosting on top and in between the layers? It’s rich, smooth, and will have you falling in love at first bite. Whether you’re making this for spooky season or just want a gorgeous gothic dessert on your dinner table, black velvet cake is the way to go.

Cake and Frosting Ingredients

I know it looks like a lot, but you’ll have most of these ingredients in your pantry! The only thing you’ll need to pick up is some black cocoa powder, which is pretty easy to find online. I got mine from Amazon!

Granulated Sugar: A must-add to give your cake sweetness.

Dark Brown Sugar: I like to add this in addition to the granulated sugar to give the cake a deeper sweetness.

Vegetable Oil: Adds moisture to the black velvet cake batter.

Large Eggs: The cake’s trusty binding agent.

Vanilla Extract: Helps to enhance the overall flavor of the black velvet cake.

Black Cocoa Powder: The star of the show here! This is what gives the cake its black color and Oreo-y flavor.

Unsweetened Cocoa Powder: To add a little extra chocolatey goodness to the cake.

All-Purpose Flour: For structure.

Baking Soda and Baking Powder: You need both so your black velvet cake rises properly.

Salt: Just a pinch to boost all of the flavors.

Buttermilk: The acidity in buttermilk makes the texture of the cake extra tender.

Sour Cream: Another ingredient that makes the cake nice and tender! If you’ve never tried making homemade cakes with sour cream, here’s your sign to!

Hot Coffee: This doesn’t actually add coffee flavor, but helps to deepen the chocolate flavor of the cake.

Black Ermine Frosting

Granulated Sugar: Gives the frosting sweetness.

Black Cocoa Powder: So your frosting has a nice deep color and more of that delicious chocolatey flavor.

Flour: Helps to give the frosting a bit of structure. This makes it easier to frost.

Milk: Adjusts the consistency of the frosting.

Unsalted Butter: To give the ermine frosting some tasty richness.

Vanilla Extract: For deeper, warm flavor.

Salt: Just a pinch is all you need!

How to Make Black Velvet Cake

Gather up those ingredients and get ready to make a cake that everyone will be talking about! And once they get a taste of it, they’ll be wanting a second slice.

Preheat Oven, Prepare Pans: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Spray two 8-inch round cake pans with pan spray and add a parchment round to the bottom. Spray the parchment with pan spray and set aside.

Sugar Mixture: Add both sugars and vegetable oil to a large mixing bowl and beat with a hand mixer or the paddle attachment until combined. Add the eggs and vanilla and mix until combined.

Flour Mixture: In a medium bowl, whisk together the black cocoa powder, regular cocoa powder, flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Then add the dry ingredients to the wet in 3 increments while mixing on low speed. Once all the dry ingredients have been added, mix on medium speed until fully combined.

Add Buttermilk and Sour Cream: Scrape down the sides and bottom of the bowl and add the buttermilk and sour cream. Mix until combined. Add the hot coffee and mix until combined.

Bake: Divide the batter evenly into the two prepared cake pans and bake for 40-45 minutes, until the tops of the cakes spring back when gently pressed and a toothpick comes out clean from the center.

Cool: Let the cakes cool for 5-10 minutes before inverting them on a cooling rack. Let cool completely before serving.

To Make the Frosting:

Heat: Add the sugar, cocoa powder, flour, and milk to a pan. Cook over medium heat while whisking constantly until it is a thin-pudding consistency, about 10-12 minutes.

Chill: Remove from the heat and transfer to a heat-proof bowl. Cover with plastic wrap and chill in the fridge for at least 40 minutes

Whip the Butter: Add the room-temperature butter to a stand mixer and whip with the whisk attachment for about 8 minutes, until the butter is light and fluffy.

Combine: Add the flour mixture to the butter one scoop at a time until it is all incorporated

Add Vanilla, Mix: Scrape down the sides and bottom of the bowl and switch to the paddle attachment. Add the vanilla and salt and beat on medium-high for 10-13 minutes, until smooth and fluffy.

This is literally the BEST chicken noodle soup full of chicken, sliced carrots, celery, and tender wide noodles. A classic homemade soup seasoned and cooked to perfection. It’s the perfect warm and comforting soup for the winter!

Warm up to this savory soup this wintertime. Or make a hot pot of soup for your loved ones who aren’t feeling well. I have some classic favorites that everyone will love! Try this homemade tomato basil soup, broccoli cheese soup, or this delicious minestrone.

The BEST Chicken Noodle Soup

This is literally the BEST chicken noodle soup recipe EVER! The flavoring is absolutely incredible, and the ingredients are simple. Colder days are here and still ahead of us, and you know a good chicken noodle soup is going to be needed to get you through. This soup is perfect because it’s so hearty and filled with chunks of chicken, thick slices of vegetables, and all the flavor you can imagine with simple and easy ingredients.

Homemade chicken noodle soup is made for those days when you are sick and just need some comfort food to fill you up and warm your core. When I make this soup, my entire family loves it, and I know that yours will too! Pair this soup with easy no-knead bread, my Grandma’s homemade bread, or these rolls, and you’re all set! Trust me when I say that you will want to double this recipe to have more often than not this winter season.

Ingredients to Make Chicken Noodle Soup

This chicken noodle soup is just what you need this winter season. Everything is so simple to throw together and perfect for that leftover chicken! See the recipe card at the bottom of the post for exact ingredient measurements.

Olive oil: Olive oil is great for sautéing your vegetables and making sure that they don’t stick.

Carrots: Slice these up as thick as you prefer.

Celery: You can cut these up into larger or smaller slices, depending on your preference. My kids always like all the vegetables chopped up into tiny pieces!

Onion: Chop this onion up into pieces that are the same size so that it cooks evenly.

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

Thyme: Fresh thyme stems really add a deep flavor to the broth.

Salt and pepper: You only need a pinch to have these make an impact.

Chicken broth: The chicken broth adds a lot of depth and flavor to the base of the soup.

Egg noodles: Using egg noodles that are thick will help to soak up the broth when eating.

Chicken: You can use the leftover chicken that you have on hand. Or make it easy on yourself and grab a rotisserie chicken from the store and shred that up to put in this recipe!

Parsley: The parsley pairs well with the thyme creating a very flavorful seasoning.

How to Make Chicken Noodle Soup

Chicken noodle soup comes together quickly and effortlessly with these few steps. Simply sauté your vegetables, add broth and noodles, then simmer with your leftover chicken- it is that simple! You will have a quick and easy dinner within 20 minutes.

Sauté Vegetables and Seasonings: In a large pot over medium-high heat, add the olive oil, carrots, celery, and onion. Sauté until tender 4-5 minutes. Add the garlic, fresh thyme, and salt and pepper and sauté for 1 minute more.

Add Broth and Noodles: Pour in the chicken broth and egg noodles and bring to a boil on high heat. Reduce to a simmer and let the noodles cook until al dente for about 10 minutes.

Add Chicken and Simmer Until Ready to Serve: Add in the chicken, and fresh parsley right before serving and continue to simmer until the chicken is heated throughout. Salt and pepper additionally to taste.

Looking for the best way to start your day? This hearty breakfast salad is the perfect choice! You’ve got fresh lettuce topped with a fried egg, crispy bacon, sliced avocados, toasted bread, and grape tomatoes, all finished off with a squeeze of lemon, olive oil, and everything bagel seasoning. It’s light enough that you’ll be able to enjoy it in the morning, but will keep you full throughout the day!

I know this breakfast salad recipe seems simple, but to make it taste even better, check out my guide on making the best sunny side up egg! I’ll also leave these posts for cooking bacon in the oven and making homemade everything bagel seasoning here if you need them.

Easy Breakfast Salad Recipe

Breakfast just got better with this awesome salad! Mornings can be a rush, especially with hungry stomachs to fill. But this salad makes things easy, healthy, delicious! The mix of fresh greens with a squeeze of lemon and a drizzle of olive oil gives a burst of yummy flavor. Add in creamy avocado, crispy bacon, and juicy tomatoes, it’s the best mix of flavors and textures.

Toss in some eggs (cooked just the way you like them!) and a side of crunchy crostini, then top off your salad with a dash of everything bagel seasoning. Voila! You’ve got a breakfast that’s not only tasty but satisfying too. It’s the kind of breakfast that will make the rest of your day great. It leaves your body fueled and stomach happy!

Salad Ingredients

Start your day with a burst of morning freshness! This breakfast salad is made of ingredients that are not only healthy but delicious too. Plus it’s easy to customize! So if there’s a dressing you want to use or something you want to leave out, you can make it your own. (Measurements are in the recipe card at the end of the post.)

Lettuce Spring Mix: Fresh, crisp base with essential vitamins and minerals your body needs.

Olive Oil: Smooth, tasty drizzle to enhance the flavor of your breakfast salad. You can also swap this out for any dressing of your choice! (See my tips section below for ideas!)

Fresh Lemon Juice: Zesty, citrusy flavor booster. It also helps to keep the veggies fresh.

Salt and Pepper: Trusty seasonings, add to taste!

Bacon: Our breakfast hero! For easy prep, use precooked bacon! Any way to save time in the morning is a win for me.

Eggs: Scrambled, fried, or poached, cook these just the way you like them!

Grape Tomatoes: Sweet, juicy bursts of flavor. Cherry or Roma tomatoes also work.

Avocado: The perfect dose of healthy fats. I also love their creamy texture!

Crostini (Toasted Bread): For some extra crunch.

Everything Bagel Seasoning: A flavorful garnish that adds a fun to twist to the breakfast salad.

How to Make Healthy Breakfast Salad

It takes less than 10 minutes to prepare this breakfast salad, so it’s the perfect choice for busy mornings! Cook up your bacon and eggs, then toss everything together with some olive oil and a squeeze of lemon!

Lettuce Mix: Add the lettuce mix to a medium bowl. Drizzle with olive oil, lemon juice, and salt and pepper to taste. Then toss gently to coat the lettuce mix. Divide the mixture evenly into two bowls.

Add Protein and Veggies: Then to each bowl, layer on a cooked egg, 1/4 cup chopped bacon, tomatoes, and sliced avocado.

Garnish and Serve: Garnish with everything bagel seasoning and then add a side of toasted crostini.

Dive into the irresistible taste of Mexican street corn with this easy-to-make dip. Charred corn, green chilies, spices, and creamy mayo blend perfectly for a delicious appetizer for any occasion!

This Mexican Street Corn Dip is the best appetizer or side for any Taco Tuesday! Try serving it with some delicious meals like these Homemade Empanadas, these yummy Chalupas, or these Enchiladas Suizas.

Mexican Street Corn Dip Recipe

This Mexican Street Corn Dip recipe offers a delightful twist on the classic street food favorite (you have to try out these street tacos too)! Charred to perfection, the ears of corn provide a smoky and slightly sweet base for this flavorful dip.

Not only does this dip have a delicious flavor once you add in the spices, jalapeño, and cilantro, but it’s easy to make. Because this dip has to chill, it’s the perfect dip to make ahead of time to make life even easier! Serve this with some delicious Air Fryer Tortilla Chips, and I guarantee that you won’t be able to stop… This dip is a family fav!

Ingredients in Street Corn Dip

The best part about this dip is how easy it is to get the delicious flavors. This dip uses simple ingredients (most of which you probably have on hand)! Check out the recipe card at the bottom of the post for all of the exact measurements.

Charred Corn: Grilled to perfection, the ears of corn add a smoky sweetness.

Diced Green Chilies: Adds some subtle heat and a touch of spiciness.

Mayonnaise: The mayo creates a creamy, rich texture for the dip.

Cotija Cheese: Tangy and crumbly, this is a must when making this dip.

Cilantro: I know this is a take-it-or-leave-it ingredient. Feel free to add more if you love it, or leave it out completely if you hate it!

Red Onion: The red onion adds a mild flavor.

Jalapeño: This is optional because it has a spicy kick! Use more or less depending on the amount of heat that you like.

Lime Juice: This provides a zesty, citrusy brightness to the dip.

Garlic Powder: I love adding in a hint of savory garlic flavor.

Chili Powder: Gives the dip a warm, earthy spice. Use more if you love the heat.

Kosher Salt: Enhances all of the flavors in the dip.

Cracked Black Pepper: Freshly cracked black pepper is the best!

How to Make Street Corn Dip

Simple and easy, this dip comes together so fast. Not to mention, it’s so delicious that I know it’s going to fly off the table! You may want to consider doubling the batch… It’s that good!

Prep: Preheat your outdoor grill to medium-high heat.

Grill the Corn: Shuck the corn and place it on the corn on the grill. Cook and char the corn, continuing to rotate the corn on all sides using tongs. Remove the corn from the grill and allow to cool.

Cut Kernels: Once cooled, cut the corn kernels from the cob using a sharp knife, then place the kernels in a large bowl.

Combine Ingredients: Add the mayonnaise, green chilies, cheese, onion, jalapeno, cilantro, lime, seasonings, and salt and pepper to the bowl of corn. 

Chill: Stir to combine and refrigerate in an airtight container for at least 1 hour before serving. This dip can be prepared one day in advance!

Serve: Enjoy with your favorite tortilla chips!

Everybody loves a good caramel apple, especially when they can customize it just the way they like! Make this caramel apple charcuterie board for your next fall party, I promise it will be a huge hit! It has a fun variety of toppings and things for dipping, so there’s something for everyone!

As much as I love savory charcuterie boards, dessert boards need love too! After you make this amazing caramel apple charcuterie board, try this hot chocolate charcuterie or s’mores charcuterie!

Caramel Apple Board

Fall is here, and whether you’re having a backyard bonfire or just chilling indoors, you’ve got to try this caramel apple charcuterie board! My family loves it. It’s so delicious and so easy to prepare, it’s our new fall tradition! Because you really can’t go wrong with caramel apples. Especially when they’re deconstructed and everyone can choose their own toppings.

Putting this board together is fun, too! You’ve got the colorful apple slices, the gooey caramel dip, and a bunch of toppings like sprinkles, mini chocolate chips, crushed Oreos, and more. Plus, for extra dipping goodness, I’ve added things like graham crackers and pretzels so that tasty caramel doesn’t go to waste! No matter what sweet treat you’re craving, this caramel apple charcuterie board’s got it covered. Let’s dive into all the different layers!

Let’s Start With the Caramel Dip

Now, you could just get some premade caramel dip to stick on your board, but it won’t taste as good as if you made it from scratch! My caramel apple dip recipe takes less than 10 minutes to make, but is so delicious! It’s rich, sweet, and swirled together with sweetened condensed milk. Need I say more? Since the caramel dip is the focus of this charcuterie board, make sure you serve enough for everyone to enjoy!

Toppings and Candy

This is the fun part! Load up your caramel apple charcuterie board with your favorite chocolate and candy to add more texture. I used a mix of pretzels, cookies, chocolate, and granola! There’s no right or wrong topping to add to your board, so go crazy! My one tip is to add a mix of both sweet and savory (hence the pretzels) to keep the mix from being overly sweet.

Sprinkles

Mini Chocolate Chips

Mini M&Ms

Crushed Oreos

Crushed Pretzels

Chopped Nuts

Granola

Shredded Coconut

Hershey’s Kisses

Crushed Heath Bars

Crushed Butterfingers

Crackers for Dipping

So your board has some variety, I recommend filling any extra space with your other favorite dippables. I added pretzel sticks and graham crackers, but any type of sweet cracker or cookie will work!

Graham Crackers

Pretzel Rods

How to Assemble a Caramel Apple Charcuterie Board

Here’s how you can put this board full of fall treats together! Remember, you can customize it however you like, so if there’s something you want to add or a way you want to style it, the sky is the limit!

Start With Bowls: On a large wooden board add the bowls of caramel apple dip and toppings. Arrange them evenly throughout the board.

Add Dippable Items: Add the apples, graham crackers, and pretzel rods. Evenly space the ingredients for variety.

Fill in Empty Space: Fill in the spaces with granola and then add any extra candy you want to scatter in empty spaces on the board.

Enjoy: Serve to your guests and enjoy!