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Easter Rocky Road

Easter Rocky Road

Easter Rocky Road is a quick no-bake Easter treat loaded with chocolate, crunchy biscuits, soft marshmallows, and mini eggs. This rocky road comes together quickly and is a perfect crowd-pleaser for Easter celebrations.

If you enjoy making easy Easter treats, try my Chocolate Pretzel Nests, Cream Cheese Mints, Easter Popcorn, and Greek Easter Cookies.

Quick Look: Easter Rocky Road Recipe

  • Prep Time: 5 Minutes
  • Chill Time: 60 Minutes
  • Total Time: 65 Minutes
  • Servings: 16 Squares
  • Difficulty: Easy, perfect for Easter celebrations.
  • Dietary info: Vegetarian, egg-free.

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What is Easter Rocky Road?

Easter rocky road is a no-bake chocolate dessert where melted chocolate is mixed with crunchy digestive biscuits, soft marshmallows, and chocolate mini eggs, then pressed into a tin and chilled until firm. Once set, it's cut into squares.

It's a variation of classic rocky road, which usually includes chocolate, biscuits and soft add-ins like marshmallows. This Easter rocky road version uses seasonal ingredients like mini eggs and colorful mini marshmallows, making it perfect for Easter celebrations. This is one of those recipes that's easy to make but still feels special enough for Easter.

If you enjoy easy, holiday-themed treats, try my Candy Cane Kiss Popcorn, Christmas Popcorn, Gingerbread Truffles, and Chocolate Crackles.

Why you'll love this recipe:

  • A good way to use up leftover Easter candy.
  • It can be made ahead.
  • Just need 4 ingredients.
  • Very easy and quick to make.
  • Perfect for serving and gifting.
  • There is no baking, no complicated steps and very little cleanup.

Ingredients & Substitutions

Chocolate - This forms the base and holds everything together once set. I have used dark chocolate in this recipe. You can also use milk chocolate if you prefer a sweeter taste. You could use chocolate chips, melting wafers or almond bark.

Digestive Biscuits - Use good-quality digestive biscuits. These add the crunch to the rocky road. You can also use graham crackers or any plain, mildly sweet biscuits if digestives are not available.

Marshmallows - They add softness, sweetness and a slightly chewy texture. Use plain or flavored marshmallows as per your preference. If you only have large marshmallows, just cut them into smaller pieces.

Mini Eggs - I have used Cadbury mini eggs, you can use any pastel-colored candy eggs or M&Ms to make the rocky road look more festive. If you are looking for more recipes using mini eggs, try my Easter Popcorn, Chocolate Cream Cheese Easter Braid, Pretzel Nests, and Cornflakes Chocolate Nests.

A full ingredient list with exact amounts can be found in the recipe card below.

Variations

Use milk chocolate instead of dark chocolate for a sweeter version. A combination of milk and dark chocolate works well if you don't want it too sweet or too intense. It gives a balanced taste.

Use white chocolate instead of the regular variety for a different look and taste. This works well if you want a lighter color contrast with the pastel-colored marshmallows and candies.

Chopped almonds, hazelnuts, pistachios, or peanuts can be added along with biscuits for more texture. Keep the quantity small so it doesn't overpower.

You can also add a few dried cranberries or raisins for added sweetness.

Add a layer of melted white chocolate over the rocky road to add a contrast. You can also drizzle it over.

Decorate the rocky road with your favorite sprinkles or Easter-themed sprinkles to make it more festive.

How to Make Easter Rocky Road

Line a 6-7 inch square tin with parchment paper. Make sure the sides are covered for easy removal later.

Break the digestive biscuits into chunks. Add them to a large mixing bowl.

Add mini marshmallows and chopped mini eggs.

Give it a quick mix.

Roughly chop the dark chocolate into chunks and add it to a microwave-safe bowl. Melt it either in the microwave in short bursts or using a double boiler until smooth.

Once it is melted, let it cool down a little.

Pour the melted chocolate over the biscuit mixture.

Mix well until everything is evenly coated with chocolate.

Transfer the mixture to the lined baking tin.

Spread it out evenly and gently press it down.

Place the mini eggs on top and press them gently so they stick.

Place it in the refrigerator for 1-2 hours or until firm.

Once it is set, remove from the tin and cut into squares or bars.

Serve and enjoy!

Tips & Notes:

  • Use fresh and high-quality ingredients for the best results.
  • Don't crush the biscuits too finely. You want visible chunks, not crumbs. If they are too fine, the texture will be dense instead of that classic rocky road bite. Make sure the digestives are fresh and crunchy.
  • If using a microwave to melt the chocolate, do it in short intervals and stir in between. Do not overheat it.
  • Let the melted chocolate cool down a little before mixing it with the biscuit mixture. Otherwise, it may change the marshmallow's texture.
  • The thickness of the rocky road will depend on the size of the tin you are using.
  • Depending on your fridge and the thickness of the rocky road, it might set faster or slower. Just make sure it is firm before cutting it into pieces.
  • For cleaner squares, use a sharp knife.

Serving suggestions

Rocky road works well as a quick dessert for Easter gatherings, or you can add it to a holiday dessert platter along with other treats like Old-Fashioned Cream Cheese Mints, Biscoff Truffles, Coconut Ice and Funfetti Snowball Cookies.

You can serve mini egg rocky road as is, or pair it with a cup of coffee, tea, or even a glass of milk.

Storage suggestions

Store mini egg rocky road in an airtight container in the refrigerator. It stays firm and holds its shape better when kept chilled. It will stay fresh for about a week in the refrigerator.

If you want to store them for a longer period of time, store them in the freezer. Cut it into pieces, store in a freezer-safe container and freeze for up to 2 months. If stacking pieces, place parchment paper between layers to prevent sticking.

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Easter Rocky Road

Easter Rocky Road is a quick no-bake Easter treat loaded with chocolate, crunchy biscuits, soft marshmallows, and mini eggs. This rocky road comes together quickly and is a perfect crowd-pleaser for Easter celebrations.
Prep Time5 minutes
Chill Time1 hour
Total Time1 hour 5 minutes
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: Global, International
Keyword: easter recipes, Easter Rocky Road Recipe
Servings: 16 Squares
Calories: 129kcal
Author: Hari Chandana Ponnaluri

Ingredients

  • 200 Grams Dark Chocolate
  • 50 Grams Digestive Biscuits (6 pieces)
  • 75 Grams Mini Marshmallows (1.5 cups)
  • 80 Grams Chocolate Mini Egg (Extra for topping

Instructions

  • Line a 6-7 inch square tin with parchment paper. Make sure the sides are covered for easy removal later.
  • Break the digestive biscuits into chunks. Add them to a large mixing bowl.
  • Add mini marshmallows and chopped mini eggs. Give it a quick mix.
  • Roughly chop the dark chocolate into chunks and add it to a microwave-safe bowl. Melt it either in the microwave in short bursts or using a double boiler until smooth.
  • Once it is melted, let it cool down a little.
  • Pour the melted chocolate over the biscuit mixture.
  • Mix well until everything is evenly coated with chocolate.
  • Transfer the mixture to the lined baking tin.
  • Spread it out evenly and gently press it down.
  • Place the mini eggs on top and press them gently so they stick.
  • Place it in the refrigerator for 1-2 hours or until firm.
  • Once it is set, remove from the tin and cut into squares or bars.
  • Serve and enjoy!

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Notes

  • Don't crush the biscuits too finely. You want visible chunks, not crumbs. If they are too fine, the texture will be dense instead of that classic rocky road bite. Make sure the digestives are fresh and crunchy.
  • Let the melted chocolate cool down a little before mixing it with the biscuit mixture. Otherwise, it may change the marshmallow's texture.
  • The thickness of the rocky road will depend on the size of the tin you are using.

Nutrition

Calories: 129kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.004g | Cholesterol: 1mg | Sodium: 26mg | Potassium: 95mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 18IU | Vitamin C: 0.2mg | Calcium: 22mg | Iron: 2mg

Chocolate Pretzel Nests

Chocolate Pretzel Nests are cute, crunchy, easy, and delicious no-bake Easter treat made with simple ingredients. They come together quickly and are a perfect addition to your Easter celebrations!

If you enjoy making easy Easter treats, try my Easter Popcorn, Cream Cheese Mints, Funfetti Snowball Cookies, and Cornflakes Chocolate Nests.

Quick Look: Chocolate Pretzel Nests Recipe

  • Prep Time: 15 Minutes
  • Chilling Time: 30 Minutes
  • Total Time: 45 Minutes
  • Servings: 9
  • Difficulty: Easy, no-bake, and perfect for Easter.
  • Dietary info: Vegetarian, egg-free.

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What are chocolate pretzel nests?

Chocolate pretzel easter nests are one of the easy and fun treats made with dark chocolate, pretzel sticks and mini chocolate eggs. Easter nests are made by mixing broken pretzel sticks with melted chocolate and then shaping the mixture into nest shapes. Once the chocolate has set, the nests are topped with cadbury mini eggs.

The balance of the salty pretzel with the rich chocolate and the crunchy mini easter eggs makes them totally irresistible. These no-bake treats are popular during Easter, where they are designed to resemble bird nests and are usually topped with candy eggs or chocolate eggs to match the theme.

Pretzel nests are very similar to the Cornflakes Chocolate Nests, where cornflakes are used instead of pretzels. Unlike baked desserts, these require no oven and come together quickly, which makes them perfect for last-minute holiday prep.

If you enjoy easy Easter recipes, try my Chocolate Cream Cheese Easter Braid, Greek Easter Cookies, Easter Popcorn, and Wedding Mints.

A few pieces of Chocolate Pretzel Easter Nests topped with mini eggs in muffin liners.

Why you'll love this recipe:

  • It's a super easy and no-bake recipe. Just melt, mix and shape.
  • Ideal when you need a last-minute Easter dessert.
  • The combination of chocolate and pretzels gives a nice contrast.
  • Uses just a handful of pantry ingredients.
  • Fun to make with kids.
  • Perfect for serving or gifting.

Ingredients & Substitutions:

Needed ingredients to make Pretzel Easter Nests

Pretzels - Use a good quality crunchy pretzel sticks and break them into even-sized pieces for a better look. You can swap the pretzels with cornflakes or rice krispies.

Dark Chocolate - I have used dark chocolate in this recipe. You can use milk chocolate, white chocolate or chocolate chips, depending on your preference.

Mini Chocolate Eggs - I have used cadbury mini eggs, you can use any pastel-colored candy eggs or M&Ms to make the nests look festive.

A full ingredient list with exact amounts can be found in the recipe card below.

A few pieces of Chocolate Pretzel Easter Nests topped with mini eggs on a serving platter

Variations

White Chocolate Nests - Use white chocolate instead of regular variety for a different look and taste. This works well if you want a lighter color contrast with the pastel colored toppings.

Mixed Chocolate - Use a mix of dark and milk chocolate for a balanced flavor and increased sweetness.

With Peanut Butter - Add a spoonful of peanut butter to the melted chocolate for a slightly nutty flavor. It pairs really well with chocolate. If you love this combination, try my Peanut Butter Blossom Cookies, Buckeyes, and Chocolate Peanut Butter Pudding. Peanut butter goes well with white chocolate. Check out my No-Bake Avalanche Cookies if you haven't tried the combination yet.

Different Toppings - You can also use pastel-colored or Easter-themed sprinkles along with mini eggs or candy eggs.

With Nuts - You could also add chopped nuts or dried fruits to the melted mixture for a fruity or nutty flavor.

Vegan Version - Use dairy-free chocolate and gluten-free pretzels to make vegan and gluten-free-friendly chocolate easter nests. Make sure you are using vegan easter candies.

How to Make Pretzel Easter Nests

Chopped chocolate added to a microwave-safe bowl to melt to make easter nests.

Break the pretzel sticks or twists into small pieces. Set them aside.

Line a muffin pan with paper liners and keep it aside.

Add the chopped chocolate or chips to a microwave-safe bowl or double boiler.

Melted chocolate in a bowl to make easter nests

Melt gently until nice and smooth, stirring in between to avoid overheating.

Pretzel pieces are added to the melted chocolate to be coated.

Add the pretzel pieces to the melted mixture.

Pretzels are coated with melted chocolate to make pretzel nests

Mix until all the pretzel pieces are well coated with chocolate.

Adding spoonful of pretzel chocolate mixture into lined muffin tray.

Spoon the mixture into the lined muffin tray. Using the back of the spoon, gently shape each portion into a small nest by creating a slight indentation in the center.

Mini chocolate eggs are placed on the top of each chocolate nest

Place mini eggs or candy eggs in the center of each nest while the chocolate is still wet. If you want to decorate them with sprinkles, add them at this stage.

Pretzel chocolate nests with mini eggs are set in the refrigerator and ready to serve

Place the tray in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes or until they are set. Once they are firm, remove from the tray and serve.

A few pieces of Chocolate Pretzel Easter Nests topped with mini eggs on a serving platter

Tips & Notes:

  • Use fresh and high-quality ingredients for the best results.
  • Don't crush pretzels into too fine or too large. Break them into even and small sized pieces.
  • Use a double boiler or microwave for melting chocolate. Melt it carefully to avoid burning.
  • Once the chocolate is melted, quickly mix the pretzel pieces and shape the nests before the chocolate begins to set.
  • Make sure to coat the pretzels evenly with the melted chocolate. If you feel the melted chocolate mix is not enough, melt some more and mix it with pretzels. So that each nest holds its shape well.
  • Make sure you are using a muffin tin or silicone molds to get a neat nest shape. Also, use paper cases or pastel-colored liners for better presentation. If you don't want to use liners, use a cooking spray. This makes cleanup easy and helps prevent the nests from sticking.
  • Let the chocolate egg nests set in the refrigerator for at least 15-30 minutes to set properly. This will help the nests hold their shape.

Serving suggestions

Serve them as a sweet snack or dessert. It is a perfect addition to your Easter brunch. They also make a great edible gift or party favor during the holiday season.

These work well as part of an Easter dessert table along with other Easter desserts like Koulourakia, Cream Cheese Easter Braid, and Biscoff Truffles.

Since these are small and easy to handle, these are great for kids' parties or scool events.

A few pieces of Chocolate Pretzel Easter Nests topped with mini eggs on a serving platter

Storage suggestions

Store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week. These can also be stored at room temperature for up to 2 days.

Keep them away from warm places as the chocolate can melt.

You could also freeze them for up to 3 months.

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Chocolate Pretzel Nests

Chocolate Pretzel Nests are cute, crunchy, easy, and delicious no-bake Easter treat made with simple ingredients. They come together quickly and are a perfect addition to your Easter celebrations!
Prep Time15 minutes
Chilling Time30 minutes
Total Time45 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Global, International
Servings: 9
Calories: 162kcal
Author: Hari Chandana Ponnaluri

Ingredients

  • ¾ Cup Chopped Dark Chocolate
  • 1.5 Cups Pretzel Sticks (90 grams)
  • 80 Grams Mini Eggs

Instructions

  • Break the pretzel sticks or twists into small pieces. Set them aside.
  • Line a muffin pan with paper liners and keep it aside.
  • Add the chopped chocolate or chips to a microwave-safe bowl or double boiler.
  • Melt gently until nice and smooth, stirring in between to avoid overheating.
  • Add the pretzel pieces to the melted chocolate.
  • Mix until all the pretzel pieces are well coated with chocolate.
  • Spoon the mixture into the lined muffin tray. Using the back of the spoon, gently shape each portion into a small nest by creating a slight indentation in the center.
  • Place mini eggs or candy eggs in the center of each nest while the chocolate is still wet. If you want to decorate them with sprinkles, add them at this stage.
  • Place the tray in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes or until they are set. Once they are firm, remove from the tray and serve.

Video

Notes

  • Don't crush pretzels into too fine or too large. Break them into even and small sized pieces.
  • Use a double boiler or microwave for melting chocolate. Melt it carefully to avoid burning.
  • Make sure to coat the pretzels evenly with the melted chocolate. If you feel the melted chocolate mix is not enough, melt some more and mix it with pretzels. So that each nest holds its shape well.
  • Let the chocolate egg nests set in the refrigerator for at least 15-30 minutes to set properly. This will help the nests hold their shape.
     
     

Nutrition

Calories: 162kcal | Carbohydrates: 21g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 1mg | Sodium: 139mg | Potassium: 116mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 24IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 66mg | Iron: 1mg

Ful Medames (Egyptian Fava Beans)

Ful Medames, also known as Foul Mudammas, is a traditional Egyptian breakfast dish made with fava beans, olive oil, lemon and simple seasonings. It's hearty, wholesome and full of simple Mediterranean flavors.

If you love Mediterranean recipes, try my Chestnut Hummus, Greek Spinach Rice, and Koulourakia.

Quick Look: Ful Medames Recipe

  • Prep Time: 10 Minutes
  • Cook Time: 10Minutes
  • Total Time: 20 Minutes
  • Servings: 3
  • Difficulty: Easy, perfect for a wholesome and hearty breakfast.
  • Dietary info: Vegetarian, plant-based.

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What is Ful Medames?

Ful Medemes, also spelled Foul Mudammas, is one of the most popular and traditional dishes in Egypt. It is one of the oldest dishes that is a staple breakfast across a few Mediterranean countries. Traditionally, it is made with slow-cooked fava beans that are seasoned with garlic, lemon juice and spices.

The warm foul medames is topped with a simple salad of cucumber, tomato, onion and parsley and served with traditional Egyptian bread called baladi or any other flatbreads like pita bread.

This classic ful mudammas requires simple ingredients, but when combined, they make a flavorful and comforting dish. In Egypt, Ful is more than just a recipe. It is a staple breakfast for millions of people. It is one of the famous street food dishes that can be easily made at home.

Traditionally, dried fava beans are slow-cooked until they become soft and creamy, then mashed and seasoned just before serving. Every region, every household and even every street vendor has their own way of making this classic ful recipe. I used canned fava beans as I didn't get the dried ones here.

There are many traditional versions of making ful, such as Lebanese style, Syrian style, and Palestinian style, where they include tahini or hummus to make the dish creamier.

Looking for more healthy recipes using beans? Try my Avarekalu Chitranna, Chana Chaat and Senagala Pulusu.

Egyptian ful medames served in a black shallow bowl, topped with chopped onion, tomato, cucumber, parsley and jalapeno. Served alongside pita bread

Why you'll love this recipe:

  • This recipe uses canned beans, which make the recipe incredibly convenient and time-saving.
  • It is naturally vegan and protein-rich.
  • It is made with basic ingredients, yet the flavor is deep and satisfying.
  • The recipe is totally versatile. It is simple, easy, wholesome and comforting.
  • It works as breakfast, brunch, lunch, or even a light dinner.

Ingredients & Substitutions

Ingredients to make Egyptian ful medames arranged on a table including canned fava beans, tomato, onion, parsley, garlic, jalapeno, paprika, cumin powder, olive oil, lemon and salt.

Fava Beans - Traditionally, dried fava beans are soaked overnight and cooked until very soft and creamy. I have used 2 cans of canned fava beans (3 cups) to reduce the cooking time. If you want to make foul medemes from scratch, soak 1 cup of dry fava beans and cook until very soft. If you are planning to make it with canned fava beans, rinse them well before using.

Spices - You will need ground cumin and paprika. They add warmth and earthiness to the dish. You can use sweet paprika or smoked paprika.

Olive Oil - A good-quality extra virgin olive oil is an essential ingredient in this recipe. A generous drizzle on top adds richness and flavor.

Tomato, Cucumber, Onion and Parsley - You will need these for topping. They add freshness, sweetness, and crunch when added on top while serving. Cilantro can be used in place of parsley.

jalapeño - Fresh green chilies or jalapenos can be used in this recipe to add a subtle heat without overpowering.

Garlic - Fresh garlic is essential. In this recipe, it is crushed together with jalapeño, salt and lemon juice before mixing with the cooked and mashed beans.

Lemon - Always use freshly squeezed lemon juice. It can be replaced with lime.

A close-up image of traditional Egyptian Foul Mudammas or Ful Medames topped with olive oil, fresh salad and jalapeno. Served with pita bread.

Variations

In Lebanon, tahini is commonly stirred directly into the beans to give a creamy texture.

You can also drizzle tahini sauce over the top while serving.

Increase the amount of crushed garlic for a stronger flavor.

In some regions, people often top the ful mudammas with hummus or yogurt before serving.

Add more green chilies, or chili flakes for a spicy version.

How to make Foul Medames

Canned fava beans / foul medammas and little water in a pan topped with paprika, cumin powder and salt while preparing ful medames.

Rinse the canned fava beans well and drain. Combine the drained beans, ½ cup of water, required salt, paprika and cumin powder to a pan.

Fava beans simmering in a pot along with spices for making foul medames.

Mix everything together and let it cook for about 7-10 minutes on a medium flame.

Simmered fava beans being mashed with a potato masher for making Egyptian fava beans stew

Turn off the flame. Gently mash the beans using a potato masher.

Partially mashed fava beans in a pan showing thick and creamy texture for ful medames preparation.

Do not mash completely smooth. Add more water to adjust the consistency. Keep it aside.

Sliced garlic cloves and sliced jalapeños in a mortar ready to be crushed for ful medames sauce.

To make the sauce, crush jalapeno and garlic together using a mortar and pestle.

Adding salt and lemon juice to the crushed garlic and jalapeno mixture for preparing ful mudammas sauce

Add a pinch of salt and freshly squeezed lemon juice.

Freshly crushed garlic, jalapeno and lemon juice mixture for classic ful recipe.

Gently crush to combine everything. If you don't have a mortar and pestle, finely mince garlic and jalapeno mix them with lemon juice.

Mashed fava beans topped with garlic jalapeno sauce before mixing for foul medames.

Pour the prepared sauce onto the warm beans mixture.

Creamy fava beans mixed with garlic sauce

Mix everything until well combined. Add more water and mix if you want to thin it out.

Traditional Egyptian ful medames topped with olive oil, cucumber, onion, tomato and parsley and ready to serve with bread.

Transfer it to serving bowls and top them with chopped tomato, cucumber, onion, and parsley. Drizzle olive oil on top and serve with pita bread or any other flatbread that you like.

Tips & Notes:

  • Rinse the canned fava beans with running water and drain before making the dish.
  • Do not overcook the canned beans since they are already cooked.
  • Do not mash the cooked beans completely smooth. It should be creamy but still slightly chunky.
  • If the mixture feels too thick, add a little water to adjust the consistency. Ful should be creamy and scoopable. It should not be dry or soupy.
  • Crushing garlic and jalapeno makes a difference. Crushing releases more flavor than mincing them. If you don't have a mortar and pestle, then mince garlic and jalapeno and mix them with lemon juice and salt.
  • Since olive oil is poured on top before serving, its flavor is noticeable. You need to use a high-quality extra-virgin olive oil for the best flavor.
  • Do not skip garlic, olive oil, lemon and herbs.
Authentic ful medames served in a bowl topped with cucumber, tomato, onion, jalapeno and olive oil with pita bread on the side.

Serving suggestions

Ful medemes is traditionally served warm in a shallow bowl with plenty of olive oil and fresh salad on top. It is usually eaten with bread. Pita bread or any other flatbreads work best because they make it easy to scoop the beans easily.

It can be served as a breakfast, part of the brunch spread, or a light lunch. You can serve it alongside fresh vegetable salad, fried eggplant, pickles, olives, or hard-boiled eggs (if not vegan).

If you want to serve it as dip, make the consistency little thick and serve it with nachos, chips or vegetables.

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Storage suggestions

Egyptian fava beans taste best when freshly made and served warm. However, it can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. When reheating, add a small splash of water to loosen the texture and gently reheat on the stovetop. You can also reheat in the microwave.

It can also be stored in the freezer for up to 3 months.

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Ful Medames Recipe (Egyptian Fava Beans)

Ful Medames, also known as Foul Mudammas, is a traditional Egyptian breakfast dish made with fava beans, olive oil, lemon and simple seasonings. It's hearty, wholesome and full of simple Mediterranean flavors.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Course: Breakfast, Brunch, Main Course
Cuisine: Egyptian, Middle Eastern
Keyword: egyptian fava beans recipe, ful medames recipe, healthy breakfast recipes
Servings: 3
Calories: 266kcal
Author: Hari Chandana Ponnaluri

Ingredients

  • 2 Cans Fava Beans (3 Cups)
  • 1 Teaspoon Ground Cumin
  • ½ Teaspoon Paprika
  • 1 Green Chilli / Jalapeno
  • 2 Cloves Garlic
  • 1 Tomato
  • 1 Onion
  • 1 Cucumber
  • Handful of Parsley
  • 1 Lemon

Instructions

  • Rinse the canned fava beans well and drain. Combine the drained beans, ½ cup of water, required salt, paprika and cumin powder to a pan.
  • Mix everything together and let it cook for about 7-10 minutes on a medium flame.
  • Turn off the flame. Gently mash the beans using a potato masher.
  • Do not mash completely smooth. Add more water to adjust the consistency. Keep it aside.
  • To make the sauce, crush jalapeno and garlic together using a mortar and pestle.
  • Add a pinch of salt and freshly squeezed lemon juice.
  • Gently crush to combine everything. If you don't have a mortar and pestle, finely mince garlic and jalapeno mix them with lemon juice.
  • Pour the prepared sauce onto the warm beans mixture.
  • Mix everything until well combined. Add more water and mix if you want to thin it out.
  • Transfer it to serving bowls and top them with chopped tomato, cucumber, onion, and parsley. Drizzle olive oil on top and serve with pita bread or any other flatbread that you like.

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Notes

  • Rinse the canned fava beans with running water and drain before making the dish.
  • Do not mash the cooked beans completely smooth. It should be creamy but still slightly chunky.
  • If the mixture feels too thick, add a little water to adjust the consistency. Ful should be creamy and scoopable. It should not be dry or soupy.
  • Do not skip garlic, olive oil, lemon and herbs.
     

Nutrition

Calories: 266kcal | Carbohydrates: 50g | Protein: 18g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 0.2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Sodium: 1384mg | Potassium: 1083mg | Fiber: 14g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 657IU | Vitamin C: 38mg | Calcium: 125mg | Iron: 4mg

Chocolate Crackles

Chocolate crackles are a popular Australian no-bake treat, especially during Christmas. They are made with melted chocolate, rice krispies and desiccated coconut and set easily without baking.

If you love easy holiday treats, you might also enjoy my Gingerbread Truffles, Candy Cane Kiss Popcorn, and Cream Cheese Mints.

Quick Look: Chocolate Crackles Recipe

  • Prep Time: 15 Minutes
  • Chill Time: 30 Minutes
  • Total Time: 45 Minutes
  • Servings: 13
  • Difficulty: Easy, perfect for any celebration.
  • Dietary info: Vegetarian, egg-free.

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Chocolate Crackles are a traditional Australian no-bake treat made by combining dark chocolate, rice bubbles/rice krispies and desiccated coconut and then spooned into paper liners to set. This is a simple chocolate crackles recipe without copha.

In Australia, they're a staple at Christmas parties, school events, and holiday gatherings. There is no complicated technique or a fancy ingredient involved. They're quick to make, kid-friendly, and a great addition to any holiday dessert table.

If you are looking for last-minute Christmas treat recipes, try my Biscoff Truffles, Honey Joys, Avalanche Cookies, and Buckeyes.

Why you'll love this recipe:

  • These chocolate crackles are quick and easy to make, with no baking required.
  • This recipe uses simple pantry ingredients and comes together in minutes.
  • They set easily and hold their shape well.
  • Perfect for any celebration.

Ingredients & Substitutions

Dark Chocolate - Dark chocolate forms the base of chocolate crackles and gives them a rich, chocolatey flavor. I have used 70% dark chocolate in this recipe, you can also use milk chocolate or white chocolate.

Rice Krispies - Also known as rice bubbles. These add the signature crunch to the crackles. Other puffed rice cereals like choco pops can also work well.

Desiccated Coconut - It is a traditional ingredient in Australian chocolate crackles. It adds a subtle sweetness and texture. If you don't have desiccated coconut, shredded coconut can be used, though the texture will be different.

A full ingredient list with exact amounts can be found in the recipe card below.

Variations

Swap dark chocolate with milk chocolate for sweeter treat.

Add more coconut if you enjoy a stronger coconut flavor.

Mix in a small handful of finely chopped nuts for extra crunch.

Sprinkle with extra coconut or festive sprinkles before the chocolate sets for a festive look.

How to make Chocolate Crackles

Roughly chop the dark chocolate and add it to a microwave-safe bowl.

Microwave it in short intervals until it is melted. Stir until smooth and melted.

Transfer the melted chocolate to a large mixing bowl.

Add the rice krispies and desiccated coconut to the melted chocolate.

Gently mix until everything is well coated and evenly combined.

Spoon the mixture into paper cupcake or muffin liners. Gently press it down with the back of the spoon. Do not pack them tightly. If you want to decorate them with sprinkles, add them at this stage.

Place them in the refrigerator to set for about 30 minutes to an hour. Once set, the chocolate crackles are ready to serve.

Tips & Notes:

  • Use fresh and high-quality chocolate and rice bubbles for the best results.
  • Melt the chocolate gently. Microwave in short intervals and stir in between so the chocolate doesn't seize.
  • Use the double-boiler method if you don't have a microwave.
  • Don't pack the mixture too tightly.
  • Use paper liners. This makes them easy to serve.

Serving suggestions

Chocolate crackles are perfect for Christmas gatherings, school events, and any holiday parties. Serve them straight from the fridge or at room temperature in their paper liners.

They're great to add to the Christmas dessert tables along with other no-bake treats and cookies like Fruitcake Snowball Cookies, Pretzel Wreaths, Oreo Bark, Sugar Plums, and Monster Cookies.

These are easy to transport and ideal for serving to kids and large groups.

Storage suggestions

Store homemade chocolate crackles in an airtight container. If your kitchen is warm, it's better to store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator. They will keep fresh for 3-4 days.

If you want to store them for a longer period of time, wrap them in plastic wrap and store them in the freezer for 2-3 months.

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Chocolate crackles are a popular Australian no-bake treat, especially during Christmas. They are made with melted chocolate, rice krispies and desiccated coconut and set easily without baking.
Prep Time15 minutes
Chill Time30 minutes
Total Time45 minutes
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: Australian, International
Keyword: Chocolate crackles recipe
Servings: 13 crackles
Calories: 130kcal
Author: Hari Chandana Ponnaluri

Ingredients

  • 200 Grams Dark Chocolate
  • 2 Cups Rice Krispies
  • ½ Cup Desiccated Coconut

Instructions

  • Roughly chop the dark chocolate and add it to a microwave-safe bowl.
  • Microwave it in short intervals until it is melted. Stir until smooth and melted.
  • Transfer the melted chocolate to a large mixing bowl. Add the rice krispies and desiccated coconut to the melted chocolate.
  • Gently mix until everything is well coated and evenly combined.
  • Spoon the mixture into paper cupcake or muffin liners. Gently press it down with the back of the spoon. Do not pack them tightly. If you want to decorate them with sprinkles, add them at this stage.
  • Place them in the refrigerator to set for about 30 minutes to an hour. Once set, the chocolate crackles are ready to serve.

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Notes

  • Melt the chocolate gently. Microwave in short intervals and stir in between so the chocolate doesn't seize.
  • Don't pack the mixture too tightly.
  • Use paper liners. This makes them easy to serve.
     

Nutrition

Calories: 130kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.005g | Cholesterol: 0.5mg | Sodium: 27mg | Potassium: 133mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 293IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 12mg | Iron: 3mg

Fruitcake Snowball Cookies

Fruitcake Snowball Cookies are a fun twist on the classic snowball cookie, made with colorful candied fruit, and a hint of cinnamon. They're buttery, lightly sweet and perfect for the holidays!

If festive cookies are your thing, you might also enjoy my Santa's Whiskers Cookies, Cherry Wink Cookies, and Kolaczki Cookies.

Quick Look: Fruitcake Snowball Cookies Recipe

  • Prep Time: 20 Minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 Minutes
  • Total Time: 35 Minutes
  • Servings: 20 Cookies
  • Difficulty: Easy, perfect for holiday baking.
  • Dietary info: Vegetarian, egg-free.

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Fruitcake snowballs are a fusion variation of the classic snowball cookies, also known as Mexican wedding cookies, Russian tea cake and Italian wedding cookies. These are inspired by classic fruitcake flavors but baked in a buttery, melt-in-your-mouth cookie instead of a dense cake. These bring the nostalgic flavors of fruitcake in a cookie form.

Unlike the traditional fruitcake, these are light, simple and easy to make. The dough comes together quickly using basic pantry ingredients, candied fruit and cinnamon. Once baked, the cookies are tender with little bursts of fruity flavor in every bite. Rolling the baked cookies in powdered sugar while they are still warm gives them a dreamy, snowy look.

One of the best things about this recipe is how easy it is to make, especially during the busy Christmas season. The dough doesn't require chilling, making it perfect when you want to make a festive cookie without spending much time in the kitchen. They're great for last-minute baking, holiday cookie trays, and gifting.

If you are looking for last-minute Christmas cookie recipes, try my Chocolate Peppermint Kiss Cookies, Italian Crunchy Almond Cookies, and Potato Chip Cookies.

Why you'll love this recipe:

  • These cookies give you the familiar flavor of fruitcake in a cookie form.
  • The colorful candied fruit makes them look festive and perfect for Christmas cookie trays.
  • The dough doesn't need chilling, which saves a lot of time during the busy holiday season.
  • They are easy to make with simple ingredients and no complicated steps.
  • The dough can be made ahead, and the baked cookies freeze well.

Ingredients & Substitutions

Flour - Regular all-purpose flour or plain flour works perfectly for this recipe. You could also use whole wheat flour, but the texture of the cookies will be different.

Butter - You will need to use softened unsalted butter. It can be replaced with margarine but the flavor and texture might vary. Make sure the butter is at room temperature before making the dough. Replace it with vegan butter for a dairy-free version. I recommend unsalted butter so you can control the salt in the recipe. If you are using salted butter, skip salt.

Fruitcake Mix (candied cherries and pineapple) - I have used chopped candied red and green cherries and candied pineapple in this recipe. They give the signature fruitcake flavor and festive look. You can use packaged fruitcake mix or make your own combination of candied fruit.

Pecans - Pecans add a nice crunch. Make sure you chop them finely so they blend well into the dough. You can also swap them with walnuts.

Powdered Sugar - Also known as confectioner's sugar. You will need it to sweeten the dough and coat the baked cookies. Granulated sugar will not give the same texture, so it's best not to substitute here.

Vanilla - Enhances the overall flavor of the cookie. Use pure vanilla extract if possible for the best results.

Cinnamon - A little bit of cinnamon adds gentle spice and gives the cookies that holiday warmth without overpowering the fruit.

Variations

Swap the pecans with walnuts or almonds for a different crunch and flavor.

Add a pinch of nutmeg or ground cloves along with cinnamon for a deeper holiday flavor.

Add a little bit of orange zest to the dough to add a citrus note.

Add a small amount of mixed candied peel along with candied fruit for extra flavor and color.

If you love experimenting with snowball cookies just like me, you might also enjoy some of the other versions on the blog, like Pecan Snowball Cookies, Gingerbread Snowballs, Chocolate Chip Snowball Cookies, Funfetti Snowball Cookies, and Cherry Snowball Cookies.

How to make Fruitcake Snowball Cookies

Preheat the oven to 180 degrees C. Combine softened ½ cup of unsalted butter and ¼ cup of powdered sugar in a mixing bowl.

Mix until smooth and creamy. Add vanilla extract and mix well.

Add the flour, salt, ground cinnamon, candied fruit mix, and chopped pecans to the creamed butter.

Gently mix everything.

Make a soft dough.

Divide the dough into 20 round balls.

Place the dough balls on a lined baking tray.

Bake them in the preheated oven at 180 degrees C for 15 minutes or until cookies are lightly golden at the bottom. Let them cool for 3-5 minutes.

Roll the baked cookies in powdered sugar while they're still warm.

Let them cool completely and roll them again before serving for that classic snowball finish.

Tips & Notes:

  • Use fresh and high quality ingredients for the best results.
  • Chop the fruits and nuts finely so that they can be easily mixed into the dough, making them easier to roll.
  • Use softened butter.
  • Do not overmix the dough. Mix just until everything comes together.
  • The dough doesn't need to chill, and it is ready to roll right away. You can keep it in the refrigerator if you are making it ahead of time.
  • Do not overbake the cookies, as it can make them dry. Bake them until the bottoms are lightly golden. Keep them pale on top.
  • Roll in powdered sugar while cookies are warm. The powdered sugar sticks well when they are still warm. Rolling them again once cooled or before serving gives that classic snowy look.

Serving suggestions

Fruitcake snowballs are perfect to have with a cup of coffee, tea or hot chocolate. Their buttery texture and mild sweetness make them a great afternoon snack. These also make lovely edible gifts.

These are perfect for Christmas cookie trays, along with other holiday treats like Sugar Plums, Chocolate Crinkle Cookies, Baci di Dama, and Chocolate Covered Oreos.

Storage suggestions

These cookies can stay fresh in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. They can freeze as well. Once they are baked and cooled, transfer them to a freezer-safe airtight container or ziplock bag and store them in the freezer for up to 3 months. Thaw them at room temperature before serving. You can also freeze the unbaked dough balls.

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Fruicake Snowball Cookies

Fruitcake Snowball Cookies are a fun twist on the classic snowball cookie, made with colorful candied fruit, and a hint of cinnamon. They're buttery, lightly sweet and perfect for the holidays!
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Course: Cookies, Dessert
Cuisine: American, International
Keyword: Christmas Cookies, Fruitcake Snowball Cookies Recipe
Servings: 20 Cookies
Calories: 103kcal
Author: Hari Chandana Ponnaluri

Ingredients

  • 1 Cup Flour
  • ½ Cup Unsalted Butter
  • ¼ Cup Powdered Sugar (for dough)
  • ½ Cup Fruitcake Mix (Candied red and green cherries, candied pineapple)
  • ¼ Cup Chopped Pecans
  • ½ Teaspoon Ground Cinnamon
  • ½ Teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • ¼ Teaspoon Salt
  • ¼ Cup Powdered Sugar for rolling cookies

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 180 degrees C. Combine softened ½ cup of unsalted butter and ¼ cup of powdered sugar in a mixing bowl.
  • Mix until smooth and creamy. Add vanilla extract and mix well.
  • Add the flour, salt, ground cinnamon, candied fruit mix, and chopped pecans to the creamed butter.
  • Gently mix everything and make a soft dough.
  • Divide the dough into 20 round balls.
  • Place the dough balls on a lined baking tray.
  • Bake them in the preheated oven at 180 degrees C for 15 minutes or until cookies are lightly golden at the bottom. Let them cool for 3-5 minutes.
  • Roll the baked cookies in powdered sugar while they're still warm.
  • Let them cool completely and roll them again before serving for that classic snowball finish.

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Notes

  • Do not overbake the cookies, as it can make them dry. Bake them until the bottoms are lightly golden. Keep them pale on top.
  • Roll in powdered sugar while cookies are warm. The powdered sugar sticks well when they are still warm. Rolling them again once cooled or before serving gives that classic snowy look.
  • Chop the fruits and nuts finely so that they can be easily mixed into the dough, making the cookies easier to roll.
     
     

Nutrition

Calories: 103kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 12mg | Sodium: 33mg | Potassium: 14mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 147IU | Vitamin C: 0.2mg | Calcium: 12mg | Iron: 0.5mg

Gingerbread Truffles

Gingerbread truffles are a simple no-bake holiday treat made with crushed gingersnaps, condensed milk, and white chocolate. They are rich, festive, and full of classic gingerbread flavor, making them perfect for Christmas gifting!

If you love easy festive treats, you might also like my Candy Cane Kiss Popcorn, Chocolate Covered Pretzels, and Coconut Ice.

Gingerbread truffles covered with white chocolate and decorated with Christmas sparkling sugar served on a white decorative tray.

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  • Prep Time: 20 Minutes
  • Chill Time: 30 Minutes
  • Total Time: 50 Minutes
  • Servings: 18 Truffles
  • Difficulty: Easy, perfect for the holiday season.
  • Dietary info: Vegetarian, egg-free.

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Gingerbread truffles are one of the easy, no-bake Christmas treat recipes made by combining gingernut biscuits or gingersnaps with condensed milk and shaping the mixture into balls. The truffle balls are dipped in melted white chocolate and decorated with holiday-themed sprinkles or sparkling sugar.

These gingerbread truffles have a rich and soft center with all the warm gingerbread flavors. The white chocolate outer layer adds enough sweetness and balances the spice from the cookies. If you love warm flavors as much as I do, check out my Gingerbread Snowball Cookies, Molasses Crinkles, and Sugar Plums.

Since there is no baking involved, this recipe is perfect to make during busy holiday season. If you love classic Christmas flavors but want something simple and indulgent, this truffle recipe is perfect for you. If you love making delicious desserts using store-bought cookies or biscuits, you might like my Oreo Bark, Biscoff Truffles, and Chocolate Covered Oreos.

Gingerbread truffles covered with white chocolate and decorated with Christmas sparkling sugar served on a white decorative tray.

Why you'll love this recipe:

  • This recipe is incredibly convenient and time-saving.
  • Perfect for parties, gifting and dessert trays.
  • Rich, festive and delicious!
  • They are completely no-bake and made with simple, easily available ingredients.

Ingredients & Substitutions

Ingredients needed to make gingerbread truffles, including ginger snap cookies, condensed milk, white chocolate and red and green sparkling sugar

Gingersnap Cookies - These are the base of the truffles and give them their classic gingerbread flavor. You can use homemade or store-bought gingersnap cookies or gingernut biscuits. You can swap them with any of your favorite crisp ginger cookies for similar flavor profile.

Condensed Milk - The sweetened condensed milk helps bind the cookie crumbs and adds sweetness.

White Chocolate - White chocolate is used to coat the truffles. I have used white chocolate bar in this recipe. You could also use white chocolate chips, almond bark or melting wafers. You can also substitute it with dark chocolate or milk chocolate.

Sprinkles - Sprinkles are optional but add a festive touch. Use holiday-themed sprinkles, nonpareils, sparkling sugar or even crushed cookies to decorate the truffles.

A full ingredient list with exact amounts can be found in the recipe card below.

Variations

This truffle recipe is easy to customize, especially during the holiday season.

You can replace the white chocolate coating with dark or milk chocolate. Use dark chocolate if you want to make them less sweet.

Add a little bit of ground ginger or ground cinnamon to the cookie crumbs, if you want a deeper gingerbread flavor.

You can also drizzle melted colored candy melts on chocolate covered biscoff truffles to add a festive touch.

Add toasted, chopped nuts to the cookie filling for added crunch.

Skip the chocolate coating and roll the truffles in cookie crumbs.

Decorate them with colorful sprinkles, sparkling sugar or gingerbread man sprinkles.

How to make Gingerbread Truffles

Gingersnap cookies placed in a bowl

Grind the ginger cookies into fine crumbs.

Ground ginger snap cookie crumbs are in a mixing bowl

The crumbs should be even so they mix well with condensed milk.

Adding sweetened condensed milk to the ground gingernut biscuit crumbs

Add sweetened condensed milk to the ground cookies and mix until everything comes together.

Cookie crumbs and condensed milk were mixed together and made a dough in a white bowl.

Gently knead the mixture to a soft dough.

Rolling truffle mixture into small round balls using hands

Shape the mixture into 18 small round balls.

Shaped truffles arranged on a lined tray to chill in the fridge

Arrange them on a lined tray and let them chill in the freezer for 30 minutes.

Chilled gingerbread truffles on a lined tray

Once chilled, take them out of the freezer.

Chopped white chocolate in a ceramic bowl

Take the chopped white chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl.

Melted white chocolate pouring from a spoon into the ceramic bowl.

Melt the chocolate in the microwave until smooth.

Dipping chilled truffle ball

Dip each chilled truffle in the melted chocolate.

Coating chilled gingerbread truffle ball with the melted white chocolate using a fork and spoon.

Coat the truffle evenly with chocolate.

Chocolate covered gingerbread truffle placed on a lined tray, green sparkling sugar added on top.

Place the coated truffle on a tray lined with parchment paper. Decorate with sprinkles while the chocolate is still wet. Let them fully set and serve.

Tips & Notes:

  • Use fresh and high quality ingredients for the best results.
  • Make sure you grind the cookies into fine crumbs.
  • If you feel the filling mixture is dry, add more condensed milk and mix until you get the desired texture. If the filling is sticky, add more crumbs.
  • Do not skip chilling the truffles. It will make truffles firm and much easier to dip in chocolate.
  • Melt the chocolate gently until smooth. Use a microwave or a double boiler to melt. Use short microwave intervals and stir often so the chocolate doesn't overheat.
  • Use a fork or dipping tool to coat the truffles. This helps get rid of any excess chocolate easily and gives a smooth finish.
  • Work quickly when decorating. Add sprinkles while the chocolate is still wet. Otherwise, they won't stick properly.
  • Let them set fully before storing or stacking them. If you want to decorate them with an extra drizzle of chocolate, wait until they are fully set, then drizzle it on top.
Gingerbread truffles covered with white chocolate and decorated with Christmas sparkling sugar served on a white decorative tray.

Serving suggestions

Gingerbread truffles are perfect for the holiday dessert platters and Christmas gatherings. Arrange them on a tray with other holiday treats like Ischoklad, Cherry Snowball Cookies, and Honey Joys.

They can be served along with a cup of coffee, tea or hot cocoa.

For the best texture, let them sit at room temperature for sometime before serving.

Storage suggestions

Store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.

If you want to store them for a longer period of time, freeze them for up to 2 months.

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Gingerbread Truffles

Gingerbread truffles are a simple no-bake holiday treat made with crushed gingersnaps, condensed milk, and white chocolate. They are rich, festive and perfect for Christmas gifting!
Prep Time20 minutes
Chill Time30 minutes
Total Time50 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American, International
Keyword: christmas recipes, Gingerbread Truffles Recipe, Holiday Recipes
Servings: 18
Calories: 145kcal
Author: Hari Chandana Ponnaluri

Ingredients

  • 250 Grams Ginger Snap Cookies / Gingernut Biscuits (26 biscuits)
  • 200 Grams White Chocolate
  • ½ Cup Sweetened Condensed Milk
  • Sprinkles as needed

Instructions

  • Grind the ginger cookies into fine crumbs.
  • Add sweetened condensed milk to the ground cookies and mix until everything comes together.
  • Gently knead the mixture to a soft dough.
  • Shape the mixture into 18 small round balls.
  • Arrange them on a lined tray and let them chill in the freezer for 30 minutes.
    Once chilled, take them out of the freezer.
  • Take the chopped white chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl.
  • Melt the chocolate in the microwave until smooth.
  • Dip each chilled truffle in the melted chocolate. Coat the truffle evenly with chocolate.
  • Place the coated truffle on a tray lined with parchment paper. Decorate with sprinkles while the chocolate is still wet. Let them fully set and serve.

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Notes

  • If you feel the filling mixture is dry, add more condensed milk and mix until you get the desired texture. If the filling is sticky, add more crumbs.
  • Do not skip chilling the truffles. It will make truffles firm and much easier to dip in chocolate.
  • Work quickly when decorating. Add sprinkles while the chocolate is still wet. Otherwise, they won't stick properly.

Nutrition

Calories: 145kcal | Carbohydrates: 22g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 5mg | Sodium: 98mg | Potassium: 111mg | Fiber: 0.3g | Sugar: 14g | Vitamin A: 26IU | Vitamin C: 0.3mg | Calcium: 57mg | Iron: 1mg

Candy Cane Kiss Popcorn

This 3-ingredient Candy Cane Kiss Popcorn is a simple, fun and festive holiday snack made with popped corn, candy cane kisses, and sprinkles. It's an easy Christmas treat for snacking, parties, or gifting!

If you love easy holiday treats, you might also enjoy my Cream Cheese Mints, Avalanche Cookies, and Pretzel Wreaths.

Candy cane kiss popcorn served in a red bowl, made with popcorn coated in melted peppermint kisses and festive sprinkles.

Quick Look: Candy Cane Kiss Popcorn Recipe

  • Total Time: 15 Minutes
  • Servings: 5
  • Difficulty: Easy, perfect for festive celebrations.
  • Dietary info: Vegetarian, egg-free.

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Candy cane kiss popcorn is a simple holiday snack made with freshly popped corn coated in melted candy cane kisses and finished with festive sprinkles. It is crunchy, mildly sweet, festive and just needs 3 ingredients to make. What makes this recipe special is how easy and mess-free it is. Instead of crushing candy canes or making a white chocolate coating, the candy cane kisses melt wonderfully and add just the right amount of peppermint flavor to the popcorn.

Candy cane popcorn has that classic Christmas look and flavor, but the making process is very simple. Once melted, the peppermint kisses turn into a creamy coating that lightly covers each piece of freshly popped popcorn. After chilling in the fridge, the peppermint coating sets quickly, and the popcorn stays crisp.

This recipe is perfect for busy holiday days when you want something festive without spending so much time in the kitchen. It's also a great recipe to make with kids or to prepare at the last minute when you are having guests. If you enjoy festive snacks like this, you might also like my Christmas Popcorn, which is another easy treat for Christmas gatherings.

A close-up shot of Candy cane kiss popcorn served in a red bowl, made with popcorn coated in melted peppermint kisses and festive sprinkles.

Why you'll love this recipe:

  • It's made with just three simple ingredients, which makes it perfect for last-minute holiday prep.
  • The popcorn stays light and crunchy, not overly sweet or heavy.
  • It is great for the holiday season, parties, movie nights, or school events.
  • This recipe is easy enough to make with kids and fun to customize with different sprinkles or toppings.
  • It makes a great edible gift.

Ingredients & Substitutions

Ingredients needed for candy cane kiss popcorn, including popcorn, candy cane kisses and sprinkles

Popcorn - Make sure you are using freshly popped corn for the best results. Use plain or lightly salted popcorn.

Candy Cane Kisses - These are the star ingredient. These give the popcorn its sweetness and peppermint flavor. Melt them gently in the microwave or using a double boiler. You can substitute them with white chocolate with a small amount of peppermint extract.

Sprinkles - Sprinkles add some color and festive touch to the popcorn. Feel free to use whatever you have in hand. This ingredient is optional, but it makes the popcorn extra fun.

Candy cane kiss popcorn served in a red bowl, made with popcorn coated in melted peppermint kisses and festive sprinkles.

Variations

Use Christmas-themed sprinkles, red and green M&Ms, pretzels, mini marshmallows or even crushed peppermint candies for a more festive look.

Drizzle a little melted dark chocolate over the popcorn after it sets for a variation and extra sweetness.

You can also add some toasted nuts like pecans, almonds or walnuts.

How to make Candy Cane Kiss Popcorn

Candy cane kisses in a bowl

Place the candy cane kisses in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave them in short intervals until the kisses are smooth.

Melted candy cane kisses in a bowl

Take them out of the oven and mix until smooth and fully melted.

melted candy cane kisses poured over popcorn

Take 5 cups of popcorn in a large mixing bowl. Pour the melted kisses over the popcorn.

Popcorn mixed with melted peppermint kisses and sprinkles in a large mixing bowl.

Gently mix until evenly coated. Sprinkle 2 tablespoons of festive sprinkles and mix everything.

candy cane covered popcorn on a lined tray

Spread the coated popcorn in a single layer on a tray lined with parchment paper. Sprinkle with more sprinkles if needed.

Breaking apart prepared popcorn into pieces using hands

Gently break the popcorn apart using your hands so the pieces stay separated. Serve and enjoy!

Tips & Notes:

  • Melt the kisses carefully to avoid burning them. Stir them frequently until smooth. Use a double boiler or microwave in short intervals to melt them.
  • Use fresh and good quality popped corn for the best taste and texture. Use either plain or lightly salted one.
  • Once the kisses are melted, pour over the popped corn immediately and mix quickly to coat before it sets. Add your favorite sprinkles while the chocolate is still wet so that they stick.
  • Do no forget to use a parchment paper or a silicone mat for easy cleanup to prevent sticking.
  • Chill just until set. A few minutes in the fridge is enough. Don't leave it in the refrigerator for too long.

Serving suggestions

This simple popcorn candy mix is ideal for holiday parties or a cozy Christmas movie night. It can be added to the Christmas tin along with other festive goodies such as Coconut Ice, Chocolate Covered Pretzels and Sugar Plums. Pack it in cellophane bags or festive tin for a great gift or party favors. This sweet treat is perfect for any occasion.

Candy cane kiss popcorn served in a red bowl, made with popcorn coated in melted peppermint kisses and festive sprinkles.

Storage suggestions

It tastes best the day you make it. However, it can be stored in a tightly sealed airtight container for a few days. If you want to store it for a longer period of time, place them in a freezer safe zip lock bag and seal properly. It can be stored in the freezer for a month or two.

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Candy Cane Kiss Popcorn

This 3-ingredient Candy Cane Kiss Popcorn is a simple, fun and festive holiday snack made with popcorn, candy cane kisses, and sprinkles. It's an easy Christmas treat for snacking, parties, or gifting!
Prep Time15 minutes
Total Time15 minutes
Course: Snack
Cuisine: American, International
Keyword: candy cane kiss popcorn, christmas recipes
Servings: 5
Calories: 171kcal
Author: Hari Chandana Ponnaluri

Ingredients

  • 5 Cups Popcorn
  • ½ Cup Candy Cane Kisses
  • 2-3 Tablespoons Sprinkles

Instructions

  • Place the candy cane kisses in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave them in short intervals until the kisses are smooth.
  • Take them out of the oven and mix until smooth and fully melted.
  • Take 5 cups of popcorn in a large mixing bowl. Pour the melted kisses over the popcorn.
  • Gently mix until evenly coated. Sprinkle 2 tablespoons of festive sprinkles and mix everything.
  • Spread the coated popcorn in a single layer on a tray lined with parchment paper. Sprinkle with more sprinkles if needed.
  • Gently break the popcorn apart using your hands so the pieces stay separated.
  • Serve and enjoy!

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Nutrition

Calories: 171kcal | Carbohydrates: 26g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 6mg | Sodium: 20mg | Potassium: 36mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 17g | Vitamin A: 22IU | Calcium: 46mg | Iron: 1mg

Pecan Snowball Cookies

Pecan Snowball Cookies are delicate, rich and buttery cookies packed with toasted pecans and coated in powdered sugar. They're easy to make and perfect for the holiday season!

Looking for more Christmas recipes? Try my Cherry Winks, Molasses Crinkles, and Biscoff Truffles.

Quick Look: Pecan Snowball Cookies Recipe

  • Prep Time: 15 Minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 Minutes
  • Chill Time: 1 Hour
  • Total Time: 1 Hour 30 Minutes
  • Servings: 20 Cookies
  • Difficulty: Easy, perfect for holiday baking.
  • Dietary info: Vegetarian, egg-free.

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Pecan Snowballs are classic holiday cookies made with butter, flour, powdered sugar, vanilla and pecans. These are also known as Mexican wedding cookies, Russian tea cakes, and Italian wedding cookies. These tiny snowball cookies with pecans are known for their rich, nutty flavor, crumbly texture, and their signature coating of powdered sugar, which gives them a dreamy, snowy look.

These Mexican wedding cookies are often made during Christmas because they are classic, easy to prepare, freeze well and look festive and beautiful on holiday cookie trays.

If you love traditional Christmas baking, you might also like my Chocolate Peppermint Kiss Cookies, Santa's Whiskers, Polish Christmas Jam Cookies, Peanut Butter Blossoms, and Italian Castagnelle.

Why you'll love this recipe:

  • They're crumbly, delicious, and just melt-in-your mouth.
  • These cookies have a classic buttery flavor that is perfect for Christmas baking.
  • This recipe needs simple ingredients and easy steps.
  • They're perfect for holiday cookie trays and homemade gifts.
  • The dough can be made ahead, and the baked cookies freeze well.

Ingredients & Substitutions

Flour - Regular all-purpose flour or plain flour works perfectly for this recipe. You could also use whole wheat flour, but the texture of the cookies will be different.

Butter - You will need to use softened unsalted butter. It can be replaced with margarine but the flavor and texture might vary. Make sure the butter is at room temperature before making the dough. Replace it with vegan butter for a dairy-free version. I recommend unsalted butter so you can control the salt in the recipe. If you are using salted butter, skip salt.

Pecans - I have roasted my pecans to add a deep, nutty flavor and a slight crunch. Make sure to chop them finely so they mix evenly into the dough. You can also replace them with walnuts, almonds or pistachios.

Powdered Sugar - Also known as confectioner's sugar. You will need it to sweeten the dough and coat the baked cookies. Granulated sugar will not give the same texture, so it's best not to substitute here.

Vanilla - Enhances the overall flavor of the cookie. Use pure vanilla extract if possible for the best results.

Variations:

This old-fashioned pecan snowball cookies recipe is easy to customize, and there are many ways to change the flavor depending on the season.

For a spiced holiday snowball cookie version, add a little bit of cinnamon or nutmeg to the dough. You can also mix in a little cardamom powder for a warm, festive flavor for the Christmas season. Check out my Gingerbread Snowball Cookies if you love spiced cookies.

You can also swap pecans with other nuts like almonds or walnuts. Just make sure they're toasted and finely chopped for the best texture.

If you love experimenting with snowball cookies just like me, you might also enjoy some of the other versions on the blog, like Lemon Snowballs, Orange Cranberry Snowballs, Double Chocolate Snowballs, Secret Kiss Snowballs,and Cherry Snowball Cookies.

How to make Pecan Snowball Cookies

Start by spreading pecans on a lined baking tray. Bake them in the preheated oven for 5 minutes at 180 degrees C.

Once the pecans are fragrant and roasted, take them out of the oven. Let them cool completely and chop them finely. Set aside.

In a mixing bowl, cream together softened unsalted butter and powdered sugar until smooth.

Stir in the vanilla extract and salt.

Add flour and mix just until a soft dough forms.

Add the roasted, chopped pecans and mix everything to make a soft dough.

Tightly wrap the prepared dough with plastic wrap and let it chill in the refrigerator for an hour or until firm.

Preheat the oven to 180 degrees C. Line a baking tray with parchment paper. Roll the chilled dough into 1 inch balls.

Place the chilled dough balls on the lined baking sheet.

Bake them in the preheated oven for 15 minutes or until light golden at the bottom at 180 degrees C. Let them cool the baked cookies for 3-5 minutes.

Roll the cookies in powdered sugar while they are still warm.

Once they are completely cooled, roll them again in powdered sugar.

Tips & Notes:

  • Use fresh and high quality ingredients for the best results.
  • Do not skip roasting pecans. This step adds a deeper and richer flavor.
  • Make sure the butter is softened at room temperature. Otherwise, it won't cream properly.
  • Do not skip chilling the dough. Chilling helps the baked goods hold their shape and prevents them from spreading too much while baking. If you are not able to roll the dough after chilling, let the dough sit at room temperature for a few minutes.
  • Do not overbake the cookies, as it can make them dry. Bake them until the bottoms are lightly golden.
  • Roll in powdered sugar while cookies are warm. The powdered sugar sticks well when they are still warm. Rolling them again once cooled or before serving gives that classic snowy look.

Serving suggestions:

Pecan snowballs are perfect to have with a cup of coffee, tea or hot chocolate. Their buttery texture and mild sweetness make them a great afternoon snack.

They're a classic addition to Christmas trays and holiday dessert spreads, along with other holiday treats like Coconut Ice, Cream Cheese Mints, Oreo Bark, and Baci di Dama.

Storage suggestions:

These cookies can stay fresh in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. They can freeze as well. Once they are baked and cooled, transfer them to a freezer-safe airtight container or ziplock bag and store them in the freezer for up to 3 months. Thaw them at room temperature before serving. You can also freeze the unbaked dough balls.

FAQs:

What is a snowball cookie?

Snowballs, a.k.a. Russian tea cakes or Mexican wedding cookies, are buttery, crumbly, melt-in-mouth cookies. It is a classic holiday treat. You can find more variations in my Snowball Cookie Recipes.

Why are my cookies crumbly?

These are meant to be tender and crumbly. If they fall apart too easily, the dough may be too dry. Make sure the flour is measured correctly.

Can I make snowballs ahead of time?

Absolutely! The dough can be made ahead and refrigerated for up to 2 days or frozen for up to 3 months. The baked cookies can also be stored and freeze well.

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Pecan Snowball Cookies

Pecan Snowball Cookies are delicate, rich and buttery cookies packed with toasted pecans and coated in powdered sugar. They're easy to make and perfect for the holiday season!
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Chill Time1 hour
Total Time1 hour 30 minutes
Course: Cookies, Dessert
Cuisine: American, International
Servings: 20 Cookies
Calories: 93kcal
Author: Hari Chandana Ponnaluri

Ingredients

  • 1 Cup Flour
  • ½ Cup Pecans
  • ½ Cup Unsalted Butter
  • ¼ Cup Powdered Sugar (for dough)
  • ½ Teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • ⅛ Teaspoon Salt
  • ¼ Cup Powdered Sugar (to coat the baked cookies)

Instructions

  • Spread pecans on a lined baking tray. Bake them in the preheated oven for 5 minutes at 180 degrees C.
  • Once the pecans are fragrant and roasted, take them out of the oven. Let them cool completely and chop them finely. Set aside.
  • In a mixing bowl, cream together softened unsalted butter and powdered sugar until smooth.
  • Stir in the vanilla extract and salt.
  • Add flour and mix just until a soft dough forms.
  • Add the roasted, chopped pecans and mix everything to make a soft dough.
  • Tightly wrap the prepared dough with plastic wrap and let it chill in the refrigerator for an hour or until firm.
  • Preheat the oven to 180 degrees C. Line a baking tray with parchment paper. Roll the chilled dough into 1-inch balls.
  • Place the chilled dough balls on the lined baking sheet.
  • Bake them in the preheated oven for 15 minutes or until light golden at the bottom at 180 degrees C. Let them cool the baked cookies for 3-5 minutes.
  • Roll the cookies in powdered sugar while they are still warm.
  • Once they are completely cooled, roll them again in powdered sugar.

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Notes

  • Do not skip roasting pecans. This step adds a deeper and richer flavor.
  • Do not skip chilling the dough. Chilling helps the cookies hold their shape and prevents them from spreading too much while baking. If you are not able to roll the dough after chilling, let the dough sit at room temperature for a few minutes.
  • Roll in powdered sugar while cookies are warm. The powdered sugar sticks well when cookies are still warm. Rolling them again once cooled or before serving gives that classic snowy look.
     
     

Nutrition

Calories: 93kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 12mg | Sodium: 15mg | Potassium: 18mg | Fiber: 0.4g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 143IU | Vitamin C: 0.03mg | Calcium: 4mg | Iron: 0.4mg

Sweet Potato Crackers

These homemade Sweet Potato Crackers are crispy, mildly spiced, addictive, and perfect for the fall season. These crackers are great on their own or with your favorite dip.

Looking for more fall recipes? Try my Pumpkin Pie Spice Butter, Roasted Sweet Potatoes and Apples, and Vegan Persimmon Smoothie.

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  • Prep Time: 10 Minutes
  • Bake Time: 20 Minutes
  • Total Time: 30 Minutes
  • Servings: 6
  • Difficulty: Easy, perfect for festive celebrations.
  • Dietary info: Vegetarian, dairy-free, vegan, nut-free, egg-free.

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Sweet Potato Crackers are simple, delicious, and crispy baked snacks made with a simple dough of flour, sweet potato puree, and spices. The spiced sweet potato dough is rolled and baked until golden and crunchy. The baked crackers have a gentle earthy flavor, mild sweetness and orange color from the sweet potatoes.

These are one of the wholesome snacks that can be prepared with just a handful of basic ingredients. This recipe is perfect if you are looking to use up your leftover cooked sweet potato puree.

If you are looking for more sweet potato recipes, you might like my Sweet Potato Chia Pudding, Sweet Potato Pizza Bites, Sweet Potato Pie Overnight Oats, and Sweet Potato Chocolate Spread.

They pair well with creamy dips and spreads like Avocado Yogurt Dip and Chestnut Hummus.

Why you'll love this recipe:

  • They are made with real and simple ingredients. Nothing fancy!
  • A great way to use leftover sweet potatoes.
  • They are crispy and flavorful.
  • This recipe is incredibly convenient and time-saving.
  • The dough is soft and easy to roll. You can cut the crackers into any shape you want.
  • Perfect for parties, festivals and any occasion.

Ingredients & Substitutions:

Top-down view of the ingredients for sweet potato crackers arranged on a white surface.

Flour - All-purpose flour/Plain flour works best for a crisp and light texture. You can replace half of the flour with whole wheat flour if you want a slightly nuttier flavor.

Sweet Potato Puree - Adds a lovely color and mild sweetness to the cracker's dough. You can use homemade sweet potato puree or store-bought puree.

Spices & Herbs - This recipe requires paprika, garlic powder and fresh rosemary. You can swap fresh rosemary with dried rosemary.

Olive Oil - I have used extra-virgin oil, it adds richness and makes them bake evenly. You can also use any neutral oil like sunflower oil.

Baking Powder - Do not skip this for the best texture.

Variations:

Mix a handful of grated Parmesan cheese or Cheddar cheese for a rich, cheesy flavor.

Add a little bit of red chili powder or cayenne pepper for extra heat.

Replace rosemary with thyme, oregano or an Italian herb mix for a different savoury flavor. You can also use dried herbs.

If you want to make a sweeter version of the sweet potato crackers, skip the garlic, paprika and rosemary and add a touch of cinnamon or nutmeg instead. You can also add some sugar to the dough if you want to increase the sweetness. This variation is wonderful with nut butters, cheeses and jams.

Flour, baking powder, spices, salt, and rosemary are added to a yellow ceramic mixing bowl.

Add flour, paprika, salt, garlic powder, baking powder, and rosemary to a mixing bowl.

Mashed sweet potatoes, olive oil are added to the flour-spices mixture.

Mix everything well. Add mashed sweet potato and olive oil.

Kneading all the ingredients to make a dough.

Mix well until well combined.

Kneaded dough placed in a bowl.

Knead it into a soft dough and divide it into 4 dough balls.

A portion of the dough ball is placed on a work surface to roll.

Dust the counter surface with flour and place the dough ball.

Rolling dough using a rolling pin.

Roll each dough ball into ⅛ inch thick circle.

Cutting the rolled dough into small pieces.

Cut the rolled dough into squares or small shapes.

A hand holding a square piece of sweet potato cracker dough, with more dough squares on a mat in the background.

Repeat the process with the remaining dough balls.

Square cut sweet potato cracker pieces are placed on a lined baking tray

Arrange them on a lined baking tray. Bake in the preheated oven at 180 degrees C for about 20 minutes.

Baked sweet potato crackers cooling on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

When they are baked, remove them from the oven and let them cool completely. Store in an airtight container.

Tips & Notes:

  • Use fresh and high quality ingredients for the best results.
  • Make sure the puree is soft and smooth to prevent uneven crackers.
  • If the dough feels sticky, add one tablespoon of flour at a time until it is easy to roll.
  • If the dough feels too dry or cracks while rolling, add a tiny splash of water to the dough and knead it again to bring back moisture. w
  • Roll the dough thin for crisp crackers. The thinner the dough, the crunchier the crackers. Roll evenly for even baking.
  • Cut the crackers evenly for even baking.
  • Watch the bake time closely. Check them in the last few minutes so they don't overbrown.
  • Let them cool down completely before storing.
  • Adjust spices according to your taste.

Serving suggestions:

These sweet potato crackers are perfect for snacking on their own, but they can also be served with spreads and dips such as Mango Guacamole, Hummus, Cream Cheese or a Yogurt-based dip.

You can add them to a cheese board with sliced cheeses, olives and nuts for an easy appetizer.

These are great for lunch boxes, movie nights and gifting.

These are perfect for serving during the holidays, such as Christmas or Thanksgiving.

A close-up of homemade sweet potato crackers served on a blue and white plate with a creamy yogurt dip on the side.

Storage suggestions:

Once the baked crackers are cooled, transfer them to an airtight container. They keep well at room temperature for up to a week. You can also freeze them for 2 months.

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Sweet Potato Crackers

These homemade Sweet Potato Crackers are crispy, mildly spiced, addictive, and perfect for the fall season. These crackers are great on their own or with your favorite dip.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American, Fusion, International
Keyword: Indian Sweet Potato Recipes, Sweet Potato Cracker Recipe
Servings: 6
Calories: 121kcal
Author: Hari Chandana Ponnaluri

Ingredients

  • ½ Cup Sweet Potato Puree
  • ¾ Cup Flour
  • ¼ Teaspoon Baking Powder
  • ½ Teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 2 Tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 1 Teaspoon Fresh Rosemary
  • ½ Teaspoon Paprika
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

  • Add flour, paprika, salt, garlic powder, baking powder, and rosemary to a mixing bowl.
  • Mix everything well. Add mashed sweet potato and olive oil.
  • Mix well until well combined.
  • Knead it into a soft dough and divide it into 4 dough balls.
  • Dust the counter surface with flour and place the dough ball.
  • Roll each dough ball into ⅛ inch thick circle.
  • Cut the rolled dough into squares or small shapes. Repeat the process with the remaining dough balls.
  • Arrange them on a lined baking tray. Bake in the preheated oven at 180 degrees C for about 20 minutes.
  • When they are baked, remove them from the oven and let them cool completely. Store in an airtight container.

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Nutrition

Calories: 121kcal | Carbohydrates: 17g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Sodium: 9mg | Potassium: 151mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 4567IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 19mg | Iron: 1mg

Pumpkin Pie Spice Butter

Pumpkin Pie Spice Butter is a creamy, spiced butter made with pumpkin puree, warm spices, butter, honey, and vanilla. Perfect for spreading on toast, pancakes, waffles, or muffins for a taste of fall!

Looking for more pumpkin recipes? Try my Pumpkin Chia Pudding and Pumpkin Pie Overnight Oats.

A slice of bread with pumpkin pie spice butter on a white plate, served with a cup of tea surrounded by cinnamon sticks and fall decorations.

Quick Look: Pumpkin Pie Spice Butter Recipe

  • Prep Time: 5 Minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 Minutes
  • Total Time: 5 Minutes
  • Servings: 6
  • Difficulty: Easy, perfect for festive celebrations.
  • Dietary info: Vegetarian, egg-free and gluten-free.

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Pumpkin Pie Spice Butter is a sweet, delicious, and creamy spread that tastes just like fall in a jar. It's made with soft butter, pumpkin puree, warm spices, vanilla, and a drizzle of honey. Everything comes together into a smooth, cozy spread that tastes just like a slice of pumpkin pie. It is one of the easy and delicious recipes to make during Thanksgiving and Christmas.

It is mildly sweet, rich, and spreads easily on toast, muffins, waffles, or pancakes. It adds instant fall flavor to anything you spread it on. You can try it with my Vegan Cranberry Orange Muffins.

If you enjoy making your own homemade spreads, you might also like my Cherry Cream Cheese Spread, Chestnut Chocolate Spread, Sweet Potato Chocolate Spread, Persimmon Jam, and Chocolate Raspberry Jam.

Why you'll love this recipe:

  • This recipe is incredibly convenient and time-saving.
  • Perfect for parties, holidays and any occasion.
  • Rich, creamy and delicious!
  • It's a great way to use up leftover pumpkin puree.
  • Makes a wonderful homemade gift during the holiday season.
  • You only need a handful of ingredients and a couple of minutes to make it.

Ingredients & Substitutions

Ingredients needed to make pumpkin pie spice butter

Pumpkin Puree - Homemade or canned both work well in this recipe. Make sure you are using plain pumpkin puree, not pumpkin pie filling.

Butter - Use a good-quality unsalted butter so you can control the salt. Make sure it is at room temperature for easy mixing.

Pumpkin Pie Spice - This is the star of the recipe. You can use store-bought pumpkin pie spice or make your own with my Pumpkin Pie Spice Blend.

Honey - Adds a touch of sweetness. You can replace it with maple syrup or powdered sugar.

Vanilla - Enhances the overall flavor of pumpkin spice butter.

Salt - Skip salt if you are using salted butter.

A cup of pumpkin pie spice butter, surrounded by cinnamon sticks and fall decorations.

Variations:

You can swap honey with maple syrup for a deeper flavor.

Add a 1-2 tablespoons of finely chopped nuts like walnuts or pecans for added crunch.

You can also add a tiny bit of orange zest for a fresh, citrus touch.

How to make Pumpkin Pie Spice Butter

Unsalted butter, salt and pumpkin pie spice blend added to a small mixing bowl.

Bring the unsalted butter to room temperature until it is soft enough to mix easily. Add pumpkin pie spice and salt to the butter and mix well.

Pumpkin puree, vanilla and honey were added to the spiced butter mixture.

Add pumpkin puree, honey and vanilla extract to the butter mixture. Use a hand mixture, spatula or spoon to mix everything until it's creamy and fluffy.

Whipped pumpkin pie spice butter in a mixing bowl.

Give it a quick taste and add a little more honey or pumpkin spice if needed.

Tips & Notes:

  • Use fresh and high quality ingredients for the best results.
  • Do NOT use pumpkin pie filling.
  • Use softened, room temperature butter so everything blends easily.
  • Adjust the sweetness and spice level according to your preference.
  • If you are making it ahead, let it soften before serving. Cold butter will be hard to spread, take it out of the fridge sometime early.

Serving suggestions:

Spread it on warm waffles, toast, pancakes, or muffins for an instant fall flavor.

Use it as a topping for roasted sweet potatoes or baked apples for a cozy dessert.

Pack it in small jars and gift it to family and friends during the holidays.

Add it to a cozy fall breakfast platter along with other homemade spreads like Instant Pot Strawberry Jam, Raspberry Chia Jam, White Chocolate Pistachio Butter, and Mango Cardamom Jam.

A slice of bread with pumpkin pie spice butter on a white plate, surrounded by cinnamon sticks and fall decorations.

Storage suggestions:

Store the pumpkin pie spice butter in a clean, airtight container or jar. Keep it in the refrigerator for up to 2-3 weeks. If you want to store it for a longer period of time, freeze it in small portions or silicon molds. It keeps well in the freezer for up to 3 months.

A slice of bread with pumpkin pie spice butter on a white plate, a cup of pumpkin spiced butter, surrounded by cinnamon sticks and fall decorations.

FAQs

Can I use salted butter instead of unsalted?

Yes, you can. Skip the salt in the recipe so it doesn't turn out too salty.

Can I use pumpkin pie filling instead of pumpkin puree?

I do not recommend pumpkin pie filling in this recipe. It already has sugar and spices added, which can make the butter overpowering.

Can I make this vegan?

Yes, replace butter with vegan butter and honey with maple syrup to make this recipe vegan.

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Pumpkin Pie Spice Butter

Pumpkin Pie Spice Butter is a creamy, spiced butter made with pumpkin puree, warm spices, butter, honey, and vanilla. Perfect for spreading on toast, pancakes, waffles, or muffins for a taste of fall!
Prep Time5 minutes
Total Time5 minutes
Course: Condiments
Cuisine: American, International
Keyword: Indian Pumpkin Recipes, Pumpkin Pie Spice Butter, Thanksgiving Recipes
Servings: 6
Calories: 162kcal
Author: Hari Chandana Ponnaluri

Ingredients

  • ½ Cup Unsalted Butter
  • ¼ Cup Pumpkin Puree
  • 1 Teaspoon Pumpkin Pie Spice
  • 2-3 Tablespoons Honey
  • ¼ Teaspoon Salt
  • ½ Teaspoon Vanilla Extract

Instructions

  • Bring the unsalted butter to room temperature until it is soft enough to mix easily. Add pie spice blend and salt to the butter and mix well.
  • Add pumpkin puree, honey and vanilla extract to the butter mixture. Use a hand mixture, spatula or spoon to mix everything until it's creamy and fluffy.
  • Give it a quick taste and add a little more honey or pumpkin spice if needed.
  • Serve and enjoy!

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Notes

Do not use pumpkin pie filling. Use fresh or canned pumpkin puree. 

Nutrition

Calories: 162kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 0.3g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 41mg | Sodium: 100mg | Potassium: 32mg | Fiber: 0.4g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 2062IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 10mg | Iron: 0.2mg

Fruit Chaat (Indian Fruit Salad)

Fruit Chaat is a quick and refreshing Indian fruit salad made with seasonal fruits, lemon juice, and spices. It's a light, colorful, and flavorful snack that's perfect for parties or festivals.

Indian fruit chaat made with apple, pear, pomegranate, orange, strawberries, grapes and banana served in a grey color bowl.
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What is Fruit Chaat?

Fruit Chaat is a very popular Indian-style fruit salad that is seasoned with chaat masala (a spice blend), salt, and lemon juice. Fruit chaat is tangy, spicy, juicy, sweet, and refreshing. It is so easy to put together, very versatile, and a great way to enjoy seasonal fruits. It is one of the quick and easy snack recipes that is perfect as a light snack, a party starter, or as part of a festival menu. All you need is a mixed variety of fruits and spices to make this refreshing Indian fruit salad.

If you love Indian recipes using fruits, you might also enjoy my Pineapple Kesari, Mambazha Pulissery, Orange Sooji Halwa, Mango Raita, Pineapple Raita, and Mango Kesari.

Ingredients & Substitutions

Required ingredients to make homemade Indian fruit chaat recipe

Mixed Fruits - I used pomegranate, seedless black grapes, apple, banana, strawberry, pear, and orange. You can use any seasonal fruits or whatever you have on hand. You can also use mango, papaya, kiwi, or pineapple in this recipe, they taste wonderful. Make sure you are using a mix of sweet, tangy, and juicy fruits for the perfect balance.

Chat Masala - It is the star ingredient that gives fruit chaat its signature flavor. You can get it from any Indian grocery store or online. If you don't have it, replace it with a mix of roasted cumin powder. Sprinkle a little bit of black pepper powder or red chili powder if you are using cumin powder.

Lemon Juice - Do not skip adding lemon juice. Freshly squeezed lemon juice brightens up the flavors and keeps the fruits fresh while preventing them from discoloring.

Salt - You can use any of your favorite salts. If you are making this fruit chaat for Navratri fasting, use black salt/kala namak or sendha namak instead.

How to make Indian Fruit Chaat

Mixed fruits, salt, chaat masala and lemon juice added to a mixing bowl.

Wash all the fruits thoroughly. Peel the orange, separate it into segments, and cut them in half. Peel and core the apple and pear, then chop them into bite-sized pieces. Discard the green part of the strawberries and chop them into pieces. Peel and slice the banana. Remove the pomegranate arils (seeds).

Add all the chopped fruits, pomegranate arils, and black grapes to a large mixing bowl. Sprinkle required salt and chaat masala over the fruits, then squeeze lemon juice on top.

Colorful mixed fruits tossed with spices in a mixing bowl

Gently mix everything until well coated. Adjust the salt and lemon juice. Serve immediately as a snack.

Close-up of homemade Indian fruit chaat / fruit salad with seasonal fruits, salt, chaat masala, and lemon juice.

Tips & Notes:

  • Make sure you are using a mix of sweet, tangy, and juicy fruits for the best flavor balance.
  • Try to use fresh and good-quality fruits for the best flavor, taste, and texture.
  • Do not skip adding lemon juice, as it will help slow down the discoloration of fruits.
  • Adjust chaat masala as per your taste preference. Start with less and add more if you want a stronger flavor.
  • Always add bananas just before serving, as they tend to mash and brown quickly.
  • If you want to make it spicy, sprinkle a little bit of red chili flakes, red chili powder, or black pepper powder.
  • If you are making it ahead of time, do not add salt and lemon juice until it's time to serve. Otherwise, they will release water and make the chaat soggy.

Optional Add-Ins

Boiled Potatoes - To make the North Indian version of fruit chaat, add boiled and cubed potatoes or sweet potatoes to the fruit mixture. It will make the chaat more filling and delicious.

Chickpeas - If you want to make this fruit chaat as a simple meal, add cooked chickpeas for extra protein and texture.

Mint Leaves - If you love the combination of fruits and herbs, add a few chopped mint leaves to the salad for a refreshing twist.

Sev - If you want to make it fancy, sprinkle some sev on top just before serving. You can also add roasted and crushed peanuts to add the crunch and flavor.

Refreshing Indian fruit chaat with seasonal fruits served in a grey color bowl.

Storage suggestions:

Fruit Chat tastes best when served fresh. If you want to prep ahead, chop firm fruits like apples, pears, pomegranates, and grapes in advance and keep them refrigerated in an airtight container. Add delicate fruits like bananas and strawberries just before tossing them with spices to avoid them turning mushy. Add the spices, salt, and lemon juice just before serving.

Any leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for a few hours, but the freshness and texture won't be the same.

Serving suggestions:

Indian fruit chaat can be served as a light and refreshing mid-day or evening snack. It can also be served as a delicious appetizer during diwali parties and birthday parties.

Replace regular salt with kala namak or sendha namak to enjoy this chaat as a wholesome Navratri fasting recipe.

Pair it with other Indian snacks like Kaddu Pakora, Peanut Chaat, Bhutte Ka Kees, Shakarkandi Chaat, or Chana Chaat.

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Fruit Chaat Recipe (Indian Fruit Salad)

Fruit Chaat is a quick and refreshing Indian fruit salad made with seasonal fruits, lemon juice, and spices. It's a light, colorful, and flavorful snack that's perfect for parties or festivals.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time0 minutes
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: Indian
Keyword: fruit chaat recipe, Indian Snacks
Servings: 4
Calories: 129kcal
Author: Hari Chandana Ponnaluri

Ingredients

  • 1 Apple (1 cup)
  • 1 Pear (1 cup)
  • 1 Banana (½ cup)
  • 1 Orange
  • ½ Cup Seedless Grapes
  • ½ Cup Pomegranate Arils
  • ½ Cup Chopped Strawberries
  • ½ Teaspoon Chaat Masala
  • ¼ Teaspoon Salt or to taste
  • 2 Tablespoon Lemon Juice

Instructions

  • Wash all the fruits thoroughly. Peel the orange, separate it into segments, and cut them in half. Peel and core the apple and pear, then chop them into bite-sized pieces. Discard the green part of the strawberries and chop them into pieces. Peel and slice the banana. Remove the pomegranate arils (seeds).
  • Add all the chopped fruits, pomegranate arils, and black grapes to a large mixing bowl. Sprinkle required salt and chaat masala over the fruits, then squeeze lemon juice on top.
  • Gently mix everything until well coated. Adjust the salt and lemon juice. Serve immediately as a snack.

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Notes

  • Try to use fresh and good-quality fruits for the best flavor, taste, and texture.
  • Do not skip adding lemon juice, as it will help slow down the discoloration of fruits.
  • Always add bananas just before serving, as they tend to mash and brown quickly.

Nutrition

Calories: 129kcal | Carbohydrates: 33g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 0.1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Sodium: 148mg | Potassium: 385mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 23g | Vitamin A: 143IU | Vitamin C: 40mg | Calcium: 29mg | Iron: 0.5mg

Green Apple Juice

Green apple juice is a healthy and refreshing drink made with green apples, cucumber, ginger, lemon, and a little honey. It is refreshing, delicious, tangy, and perfect to sip on a sunny day!

Green apple juice served in embossed clear glasses along with few ice cubes
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What is Green Apple Juice?

Green apple juice is a simple and refreshing drink made from fresh green apples (Granny Smith), English cucumber, ginger, lemon, and honey. The Granny Smith apples have a tangy flavor and are perfect for juicing, apart from making Apple Nachos, Roasted Sweet Potatos and Apples, and Red Hot Cinnamon Apples.

Green apple juice is not only delicious but also very nourishing and refreshing. It is packed with vitamin C, antioxidants, and natural hydration and is a perfect beverage for sunny days. You just need to roughly chop all the ingredients and blend to make this fresh apple drink. It is one of the best and refreshing fruit juices to try at home.

Ingredients & Substitutions:

Ingredients needed to make green apple juice recipe

Green Apples - Granny Smith apples work best for this recipe. If you can't find them, any tart apple variety will do. You can also use sweet apples, but they will change the flavor and taste of the drink.

Cucumber - Adds cooling and refreshing flavor and also makes the drink lighter. I have used English cucumber in this recipe, regular cucumbers work too. Do not forget to peel the skin.

Ginger - A small piece of fresh ginger gives the juice a little zing. You can adjust the quantity according to your preference, or skip it completely.

Lemon - Fresh lemon juice lifts the flavor and adds brightness. You can also use lime juice.

Honey - Balances the tartness of green apples and adds a touch of sweetness. You can replace it with maple syrup or agave syrup. You can leave it out if you like your juice naturally tart.

Green apple juice served in embossed clear glasses along with few ice cubes

Variations:

Blend in a few fresh mint leaves along with the apples and cucumber for a herbal flavor.

Replace lemon with fresh orange juice for a sweeter version.

Add a handful of spinach or any other greens to make a nourishing green detox juice.

How to Make Green Apple Juice:

chopped green apple, chopped cucumber, ginger, honey, lemon and water added to a blender jar

Wash, core, and chop green apples into cubes and set aside. Wash, peel, and chop a cucumber into pieces. Wash, peel, and ginger into small pieces.

Add all the chopped ingredients, honey, lemon juice, and cold water to a blender or mixie jar.

All the green apple juice recipe ingredients are blended to a smooth puree

Blend everything until smooth.

Straining the blended green apple juice through a steel strainer to get a clear green apple juice.

Strain through a fine mesh strainer or tea strainer if needed.

Pouring green apple juice into a serving glass

Drop a few ice cubes into serving glasses. Pour the prepared juice over ice cubes.

Two glasses of green apple juice placed on wooden coasters on a table

Serve immediately.

Tips & Notes:

  • Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor.
  • Adjust the amount of ginger to your taste.
  • Use chilled apples, cucumber and cold water for the most refreshing drink.

Storage suggestions:

Green apple juice tastes best when it is freshly made. It can be stored in the refrigerator for a day. The lemon helps slow down browning, but the juice may still change color slightly. It is totally normal. Do not freeze.

Serving suggestions:

Green apple juice tastes best when it is served cold. Pour the juice over ice before serving or let it sit in the refrigerator for some time.

It is perfect for summer afternoons when you want to have something hydrating and light.

You can include this juice in your party menus along with other juices like Watermelon Juice, Grape Juice and Orange Juice.

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Green Apple Juice Recipe

Green apple juice is a healthy and refreshing drink made with green apples, cucumber, ginger, lemon, and a little honey. It is refreshing, delicious, tangy, and perfect to sip on a sunny day!
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time0 minutes
Total Time10 minutes
Course: Beverage
Cuisine: American, International
Keyword: green apple juice recipe
Servings: 2
Calories: 144kcal
Author: Hari Chandana Ponnaluri

Ingredients

  • 2 Green Apples
  • 1 English Cucumber
  • ½ Lemon
  • 1 Inch Ginger
  • ½ Tablespoon Honey (or to taste)

Instructions

  • Wash, core, and chop green apples into cubes and set aside. Wash, peel, and chop a cucumber into pieces. Wash, peel, and ginger into small pieces.
  • Add all the chopped ingredients, honey, lemon juice, and cold water to a blender or mixie jar.
  • Blend everything until smooth.
  • Strain through a fine mesh strainer or tea strainer if needed.
  • Drop a few ice cubes into serving glasses. Pour the prepared juice over ice cubes.
  • Serve immediately.

Video

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor.
Adjust the amount of ginger to your taste.

Nutrition

Calories: 144kcal | Carbohydrates: 38g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 0.1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.03g | Sodium: 6mg | Potassium: 470mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 26g | Vitamin A: 262IU | Vitamin C: 27mg | Calcium: 43mg | Iron: 1mg