Bites of Life: Part 10 // Fancy-Fork.com

Ok, guys. I’m about to capture an entire year’s worth of activities into one ‘Bites of Life’ post. And hopefully, by the end, you will fully understand why you haven’t seen many new posts from me. I always value quality over quantity, which is a lot harder to do when you have a toddler tornado running around. 

I recently read an eye-opening article, entitled, “Having It All Kinda Sucks.” It’s…

Easy Saltine Toffee Bark

Sweet, salty, crunchy… this dessert has it all. Oh, and you can make it in less than 20 minutes. 

It feels like I’ve been reading about this insanely sinful dessert made with saltine crackers for years now. Finally, I broke down and made it, and oh my goodness – this is chocolate, caramel, peanut butter crack.

You may be wondering: saltine crackers in a dessert, really? To that, I say – yes! –…

Creamy, perfectly spiced #Pumpkin Pie Bars via Fancy-Fork.com

There’s a reason why people are so obsessed with pumpkin. It’s delicious. Creamy, often with just the right amount of spice and sweetness. It’s the culmination of everything fall is supposed to be: warm, cozy, and comforting.

My favorite food blogger, Sally, created this incredible pumpkin pie bar recipe. It’s what dreams are made of whenever you need to serve a large crowd. Perfect timing for…

Lemon & Ricotta Poppy Seed Pancakes | Fancy-Fork.com

Hello, fluffy springtime pancakes. Where have you been all my life? 

You’ll love these lemony pancakes that are speckled with poppy seeds and fluffed by ricotta. Yes, you read that correctly: ricotta cheese. An incredible ingredient that turns these ordinary pancakes into something magical. Do. Not. Omit. 

Whip up a batch of these pancakes for a special breakfast (a birthday, Valentine’s Day,…

Bunny Butt Cupcakes | Fancy-Fork.com #springdessert #bunnies

What’s cuter than a bunny butt on a cupcake?! This adorable dessert warms my heart. :) 

The anatomy: These semi-homemade cupcakes have a chocolate cake base, topped with chocolate frosting and dipped in crumbled cookie bits. The fluffy bunny butt is vanilla cake mixed with vanilla frosting and rolled in shredded coconut. You’ll get crafty piping bunny feet with white and pink chocolate. 

Don’t…

Snickers Cheesecake Bars | Fancy Fork #MadeWithChobani

These creamy cheesecake bars are dreamy. An easy recipe that strikes a balance between decadence and smart choices: Snickers bars, meet low sugar, 1/3 less fat cream cheese and Chobani Greek yogurt. 

Why haven’t I thought of this combination before? 

Begin by making the crust: grind 6 graham cracker sheets until they’re fine crumbs. Mix it with 2 tablespoons of melted butter, then press into the…

Vintage Photo Wall Collage | Fancy-Fork.com #DIYDecor #Vintage

For as long as I can remember I’ve had the most nostalgic of hearts. Keeping memory boxes full of old birthday cards, notes passed between best friends, ticket stubs and lots of old trinkets. I’m pretty sure I have a Dear Diary and slammer in one of those, too. #90sKid

But let’s dig deeper. Past childhood memories and into those of our parents and grandparents. What were their lives like? What…

Candy Cane White Chocolate Fudge | Fancy Fork #ChristmasDessert #Christmas

‘Tis the season to be baking! You’ll love this easy five ingredient fudge – with a white chocolate base, it has a hint of peppermint with tiny flecks of candy cane throughout. Oh, and who can forget its swirly chocolate top with even more crushed candy canes? 

To begin, combine the white chocolate chips and sweetened condensed milk in a large pot over medium-low heat. Stir until completely…

Oreo Cake Batter Cookies | Fancy Fork #cookies #dessert

Just when you think cake batter cookies can’t possibly get better, something amazing happens. Oreos. Lots and lots of crushed Oreos. Oh my goodnesssss. 

These cookies are magical. They’re like birthday cake that’s loaded with rainbow sprinkles, chocolate chips and Oreos. I’m forever grateful for Sally’s Baking Addiction for concocting this recipe. 

Remember: the most important step to cake…

Butternut Squash Soup | Fancy-Fork.com #souprecipe

If you need a delicious butternut squash soup recipe, look no further. Made with roasted butternut squash, a tart granny smith apple and fresh sage, this soup will warm your bones. Fair warning: you will lick the bowl clean. 

I love making soup as an appetizer. It’s the perfect start to a fall/winter dinner as you cozy in for the night. We had enough that I was able to freeze nearly half of the…

Rocky Road Fudge | Fancy-Fork.com #dessert

Need an easy holiday dessert? Look no further, this Rocky Road Fudge is here to save the day. It’s creamy with soft pockets of marshmallow and crunchy with bits of walnuts. In just about 10 minutes (I’m not exaggerating) you’ll have this fudge prepared and in the fridge to harden. Quite amazing.

To get started, combine the semi-sweet chocolate chips and sweetened condensed milk in a…

Zucchini Ribbon Quiche | Fancy Fork

A quiche that’s delicious and beautiful. Swirls of zucchini and turkey bacon turn this ordinary quiche into a work of art. It’s creamy and savory with perfect umami (yes, the fifth taste — it’s an actual thing).

I was a crazy person and decided to make the crust from scratch. It’s worth the extra effort (sooo buttery and flakey!), however feel free to buy pie crust if you’re in a time crunch. 

Re…

Stuffed Flank Steak | Fancy-Fork.com #FallRecipe #SweaterWeather

Are you ready for a new fall favorite? Your kitchen will smell amazing as this sweet and savory flank steak bakes in the oven. It’s stuffed with garlic, onion, spinach, golden raisins, walnuts and asiago cheese… then topped with provolone and prosciutto. A-m-a-z-i-n-g. 

Light your favorite fall candles, turn on some sweater weather music and grab a glass of wine. It’s time to get cooking. 

Start…

Banana Muffins with Cinnamon Sugar Topping | Fancy-Fork.com

Happy Fall! This cool, crisp weather is my absolute favorite. Cozy jackets, apples, hot beverages, pumpkins and… a personal indulgence, cinnamon sugar donuts. How could you not just love them?!

Inspired by those delicious donuts, I bring you banana muffins with a cinnamon sugar topping. The muffins are soft with flecks of banana throughout, with a crunchy pecan sugary top. You need to whip out…

Slow Cooker Beef Tacos with Salsa Verde via Fancy-Fork.com

I’m always excited to try a new slow cooker recipe, and these beef tacos are fab! Savory and versatile, you can use them in tacos (as we did) or on a bun topped with fresh veggies. 

The hard work for this recipe is just browning the beef and chopping up a white onion and some garlic. Simple! The cook time is 6 hours, so go about your day and come home to a delicious dinner. 

Now that football…

Bites of Life: Part 8 | Fancy Fork

Spring is all about new beginnings. There’s new life, opportunities and growth. What a perfect season to reflect exactly what was going on in my life: a precious little girl growing in my belly! Although Baby Girl ran our “to-do” list up the wahzoo, I managed to squeeze in a bit of fun, starting with…

Going to a local biannual Rummage Salewith my Mom where I scored an armful of vintage…

Spinach Pesto Pasta with Turkey Sausage via Fancy-Fork.com

Don’t you just love easy dishes that look fancy, but are no fuss? That’s exactly what you’ll get with this spinach pesto pasta, a slightly different take on the traditional basil version. 

I used spicy turkey sausage because Hubs and I are ground turkey fanatics and love a little heat. If you’re not a sausage lover, use strips of chicken. They’d work just as well! 

With summer in full swing,…