Best Snack Recipes
Brownie Ice Cream Sandwiches
Best described as a handheld brownie sundae, these make-ahead treats will be the star of any party or potluck! Who doesn’t love a classic ice cream sandwich? The memory alone takes me back to my childhood. It was the perfect summer treat and exactly what I wanted when I heard the distant melody of…
Brownie Waffle
A protein-rich brownie mix doubles as the base for single-serve waffles that make a filling breakfast, snack, or dessert – in 3 minutes! I regularly hear from readers who are looking for ways to satisfying a sweet tooth while keeping overall added sugars in check. At the same time, many of us are looking…
Oatmeal Packet Mug Muffin
You choose the flavor in these healthy, protein-rich, single-serve muffins that can be made with just four easy ingredients! In our latest Fountain Avenue Kids video, sisters Grace and Evie are back to demonstrate the ease and versatility of an oatmeal packet mug muffin. These wholesome muffins are endlessly versatile, easy for kids to make…
Homemade Crostini
Crisp, golden crostini are easy to make and form the perfect base for a wide variety of hors d’oeuvres. Delicious for general snacking too! The day I prepared this easy recipe for a photo shoot was “one of those days.” I woke up to no heat and a 59℉ (brrrr!!!) house. Outside temps, by…
Baked Havarti with Dill
A crisp, golden crust and gooey cheese are the hallmarks of this irresistible appetizer – and you won’t believe how easy it is to prepare! I have a stash of stained and tattered recipe cards (always a good sign!), which I consistently return to when I need something quick, foolproof, and guaranteed to please. Baked…
Baked Artichoke Dip
Loaded with artichokes and elevated with a trifecta of cheeses, party-perfect Baked Artichoke Dip is creamy, crusty, salty, and tangy–and it can be prepared in advance! Two Christmas Eves ago, when holiday celebrations of all kinds were canceled because of the pandemic, my sister-in-law, Melissa, prepared this dip for family and friends. She baked multiple…
Banana Bread Baked Oatmeal Muffins
The classic flavor of banana bread meets wholesome baked oatmeal in these personal-size muffins that are ideal for busy mornings. There’s an option for added protein, and the muffins freeze well too! I’ve been sitting on this recipe for years, regularly whipping up a batch for grab-and-go breakfasts and hearty snacks whenever a couple of…
Easiest Steamed Edamame
The flavor-packed pop of perfectly cooked edamame is easy to achieve with a simple technique – in about 5 minutes. A crowd-pleasing appetizer, for sure, but the quick prep makes them a convenient side dish and snack as well. A bag or two of edamame is a freezer standby in our house. Often enjoyed…
Viral Chocolate Peanut Butter Cup Rice Cake
The viral recipe gets an easy upgrade for a better ratio of peanut butter and chocolate to rice cake. And with one tablespoon of peanut butter and just two teaspoons of chocolate per rice cake, it’s a mostly healthy snack too! I don’t often follow the trends—although my kids wouldn’t likely call me a…
Big Batch Zucchini Bread or Muffins
Perfectly spiced with just the right level of sweetness, this zucchini bread recipe can be made as loaves or muffins – or both! Last summer, I gave a batch to my brother and his family, and these were the texts I received after they had eaten them: “These zucchini muffins were the best I’ve ever…
Chipwich Bars
Everyone loves a chipwich, so why not make it easier–and more fun–by making a sheet panful? I even have a simple trick for a cookie that isn’t rock hard when frozen, and the science behind it is fascinating! Many of us have distinct preferences where the classic chocolate chip cookie is concerned. Some fall…
Maple Crisp Granola Bars
These crunchy bars are very lightly sweet, nutty, seedy, and delightfully satiating. Perfect for breakfast-on-the-run and convenient snacking anytime! Several years ago, my husband Jack discovered a crunchy, seedy, very lightly sweet (with a hint of salty) granola bar made by a local bakery. He quickly became a fan, and often enjoyed the bars…
