April Fool's Day Recipes - Prank & Faux Recipes | Taste Recipes https://www.tasteofhome.com/holidays-events/holidays/april-fools-day/ Find Recipes, Appetizers, Desserts, Holiday Recipes & Healthy Cooking Tips Thu, 27 Mar 2025 13:36:30 +0000 en-US hourly 6 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.4.2 https://www.tasteofhome.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/TOH_Pinterest_ProfilePhoto_RedBkg.png?resize=32,32 April Fool's Day Recipes - Prank & Faux Recipes | Taste Recipes https://www.tasteofhome.com/holidays-events/holidays/april-fools-day/ 32 32 Dirt Pudding Cups https://www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/dirt-pudding-cups/ Fri, 17 Jan 2025 20:00:13 +0000 https://www.tasteofhome.com/?post_type=recipe&p=2102366

Ingredients

  • 2 cups cold 2% milk
  • 1 package (3.9 ounces) instant chocolate pudding mix
  • 1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed
  • 1 package (14.3 ounces) Oreo cookies
  • Sugar gum succulents, chocolate rocks and edible paper butterflies, optional
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Directions

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk milk and pudding mix for 2 minutes. Fold in whipped topping. Pulse cookies in a food processor until fine crumbs form or until desired texture is reached. Divide a third of the cookie crumbs and half of the pudding mixture among 10 dessert cups; repeat layers. Top with remaining crumbs. If desired, top with sugar gum succulents, chocolate rocks and edible paper butterflies.

Nutrition Facts

1 pudding cup: 318 calories, 13g fat (7g saturated fat), 4mg cholesterol, 243mg sodium, 47g carbohydrate (29g sugars, 2g fiber), 3g protein.

]]> Paper Plane https://www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/paper-plane/ Sun, 07 Jul 2024 04:50:54 +0000 https://www.tasteofhome.com/?post_type=recipe&p=2005886

Ingredients

  • Ice cubes
  • 3/4 ounce bourbon
  • 3/4 ounce Aperol
  • 3/4 ounce Amaro Nonino
  • 3/4 ounce fresh lemon juice
  • Orange peel strip
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Directions

  1. Fill a shaker half full with ice. Add bourbon, Aperol, Amaro Nonino and lemon juice. Cover and shake until condensation forms on outside of shaker, 10-15 seconds. Strain into coupe glass. Garnish with orange peel.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving: 179 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 1mg sodium, 10g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 0 fiber), 0 protein.

]]> Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies https://www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/brown-butter-chocolate-chip-cookies-recipe/ Tue, 30 Apr 2024 20:51:58 +0000 https://www.tasteofhome.com/?post_type=recipe&p=1972929

Ingredients

  • 1 cup unsalted butter
  • 1-3/4 cups packed brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 large egg yolk, room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
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Directions

  1. Place butter in a small heavy saucepan. Cook over medium heat until golden brown, 5-7 minutes; cool slightly.
  2. Beat brown sugar and eggs in a large bowl until blended. Beat in browned butter slowly; then vanilla.
  3. Combine the flour, salt, baking soda and baking powder; gradually add to brown sugar mixture and mix well. Stir in chocolate chips.
  4. Drop by quarter cupfuls 2 in. apart onto parchment-lined baking sheets. Bake at 350° until golden brown, 13-15 minutes. Remove to wire racks to cool.

Nutrition Facts

1 cookie: 262 calories, 13g fat (7g saturated fat), 44mg cholesterol, 184mg sodium, 37g carbohydrate (23g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein.

]]> Ranch Dip https://www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/ranch-dip/ Wed, 10 Apr 2024 15:16:58 +0000 https://www.tasteofhome.com/?post_type=recipe&p=1970675

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 2 tablespoons buttermilk
  • 1 tablespoon minced chives
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/8 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
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Directions

  1. In a small bowl, whisk all ingredients until blended. Cover and refrigerate at least 1 hour before serving. if desired, garnish with additional chives.

Nutrition Facts

2 tablespoons: 98 calories, 10g fat (3g saturated fat), 13mg cholesterol, 126mg sodium, 1g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein.

]]> Fig Balsamic Walnut Flatbread https://www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/fig-balsamic-walnut-flatbread/ Tue, 13 Feb 2024 23:13:49 +0000 https://www.tasteofhome.com/?post_type=recipe&p=1947753

Ingredients

  • 1 loaf (1 pound) frozen pizza dough, thawed
  • 5 tablespoons olive oil, divided
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 3/4 cup fig preserves
  • 10 ounces crumbled goat cheese (about 2 cups)
  • 1/4 cup balsamic glaze
  • 1 cup chopped walnuts, toasted
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Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 450°. Press dough into a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Drizzle with 3 tablespoons oil. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Bake for 10 minutes.
  2. Spread preserves over crust. Sprinkle with goat cheese. Drizzle with balsamic glaze and remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil. Bake until cheese is slightly melted and crust is golden brown, 7-10 minutes longer. Sprinkle with nuts. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

1 piece: 168 calories, 10g fat (3g saturated fat), 15mg cholesterol, 178mg sodium, 17g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 1g fiber), 5g protein.

]]> The Best April Fools’ Food Pranks (We’re Not Kidding) https://www.tasteofhome.com/article/best-april-fools-food-pranks/ https://www.tasteofhome.com/article/best-april-fools-food-pranks/#respond Mon, 28 Mar 2022 12:41:31 +0000 http://www.tasteofhome.com/?p=504744 Looking to prank your family this April 1st? Here are some hilarious April Fools' food pranks that'll get a giggle out of your kids.

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Let’s face it. Pranks are that much funnier when they involve food. When it comes to April Fools’ Day food pranks, we think these modern versions take the cake, and you can easily try them at home! Here are seven of our favorites.

1. Surprise jelly beans

Jelly Belly jelly beans come in all sorts of delicious flavors. Bertie Bott’s Every Flavour Beans, inspired by the Harry Potter films, come in all sorts of disgusting and unexpected flavors. We’re talking Sardine, Black Pepper, Grass, Horseradish, Vomit, Earwax, Earthworm, Spaghetti, Spinach and Soap. Switch up some of the delicious for some of the disgusting, and watch for the reaction!

2. Swap sugar for salt

Don’t you hate it when you cook a nice meal, and someone grabs for the salt shaker before even having a taste? Well, here’s your chance to teach them a lesson: put sugar in the salt shaker, and see what happens next.

3. Brussels sprouts lollipops

For this one, you’ll need lollipop sticks and either wrapping paper, aluminum foil or actual Tootsie-Pop or Blow-Pop wrappers. We suggest NOT cooking the Brussels sprouts first because the aroma of cooked Brussels sprouts would likely give this prank away. Once they’re ready, just attach each Brussels sprout to a lollipop sticks and wrap it in its covering.

After you pull this prank on your kids, you can use the leftover sprouts in any of these Brussels sprouts recipes. Your kids may like it so much, they might even decide not to prank you back!

4. “Pizza” delivery

“How about some pizza, kids?”

“Sure, Mom” they say…until they open the pizza box and see that it’s filled with fresh vegetables. After a round of groans (theirs) and laughs (yours), you can serve the actual pizza. In fact, you can make it yourself with these easy pizza recipes that are even better than delivery.

5. Frozen cereal

“Fix a bowl of cereal the night before and stick it in the freezer so it’s frozen when breakfast time rolls around,” advises the Family Education website in its rundown of harmless pranks. “Before serving your kids, splash a little milk on top to hide the frozen cereal underneath. For an added bonus, freeze the spoon in the bowl, too!”

6. Cauliflower popcorn

Movie night takes a surprising turn when you swap popcorn for this healthy veg. Follow our cauliflower popcorn recipe and toss each piece into a popcorn box for extra shock value. It’ll be hard to notice the difference! Serve with dipping sauces, like buffalo sauce, to make it a kid-friendly healthy snack.

7. “Frozen” milk

Another prank from Family Education involves milk that won’t pour. It’s not frozen (because that would be too obvious). Rather, it’s milk that you solidify with powdered gelatin. Simply mix the gelatin with water and let stand for five minutes while you you warm up a glass of milk in the microwave. Then, mix the gelatin into the warm milk, and refrigerate for two hours. Finally, offer a plate of after school cookies with the glass of milk and wait for their reactions.

The Best Recipes for April Fools' Day
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April Fools Berry SodaYour family will pucker up to one of our favorite April Fools food pranks! These berry "beverages" look inviting to sip, but they're actually gelatin that's tricky to suck through a straw, so keep some spoons handy. —Taste Recipes Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
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Ice Cream Cone TreatsI came up with this recipe as a way for my grandkids to enjoy Rice Krispies treats without getting sticky hands. You can also pack the cereal mixture into paper cups and insert a wooden pop stick to create pops. —Mabel Nolan, Vancouver, Washington
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Pizza for DessertAt first glance, people might think this colorful "pizza" is a savory snack. But truth comes in the tasting! Kids get a kick out of the fun candy toppings.—Sandy Gibbons, Ocean Park, Washington
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April Fools’ CakeThis recipe is so easy to put together, and it's so tasty it will be requested more than just on April Fool's Day! —Julie Foltz, Newport News, Virginia
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Ice Cream Cone CupcakesChances are, serving these ice cream cone cupcakes to kids will create a core memory for them. They mimic the look of a cone of ice cream but—surprise!—are filled with all the delicious components of a cupcake.
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Sunny-Side-Up DessertMy boys love this sweet take on eggs and toast. To make the "egg yolk," you can use all sorts of fruit, or even vanilla or butterscotch pudding. —Crystal Jo Bruns, Iliff, Colorado
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Pine Cone CookiesCharming, clever and always a hit at holiday gatherings, these snowy pine cone cookies will become a new family tradition.
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Candy “Onion” RingsFool even the most seasoned foodie with this basket of “onion” rings. Graham cracker crumbs coat Twizzlers to create the illusion of deep-fried goodness. —Taste Recipes Test Kitchen
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]]> https://www.tasteofhome.com/article/best-april-fools-food-pranks/feed/ 0 18 April Fool’s Day Foods Your Kids Will Love https://www.tasteofhome.com/collection/kids-april-fools-day-foods/ https://www.tasteofhome.com/collection/kids-april-fools-day-foods/#respond Wed, 14 Mar 2018 00:53:13 +0000 http://www.tasteofhome.com/?post_type=collection&p=421355 Show your kids you have a healthy sense of humor with these April Fool's Day foods and treats. Whether it's a cake that's actually meatloaf or taco casserole with googly eyes, your family will dig in with lots of giggles.

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Ham ‘n’ Cheese Spiders

These crawling sandwiches are sure to scare up some fun at meal time! Kids really enjoy eating the spider-shaped sandwiches. —Kendra Barclay, De Kalb, Illinois

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Edible Juice

Test Kitchen Approved
Total Time10 min
Servings4 servings
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From the Recipe Creator:I've faked so many different types of drinks with this basic recipe. Just replace the juice with anything you want to make solid, like soda or milk! —Crystal Bruns, Iliff, Colorado
Nutrition Facts:1 cup: 138 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 7mg sodium, 30g carbohydrate (26g sugars, 0 fiber), 4g protein.

Feet Loafs

Test Kitchen Approved
Total Time1 hour 25 min
Servings8 servings
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From the Recipe Creator:If Bigfoot pays a visit, treat him to a larger-than-life meal. This “feet loaf” tastes just like your favorite home-style meatloaf. It will have enormous appeal with believers and nonbelievers alike. —Susan Seymour, Valatie, New York

Cauliflower Popcorn

6 Reviews
Test Kitchen Approved
Total Time30 min
Servings4 servings
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From the Recipe Creator:Roasting cauliflower transforms it into a delectable snack. Your family will eat it up just like it's popcorn. —Taste Recipes Test Kitchen
Nutrition Facts:3/4 cup: 88 calories, 4g fat (1g saturated fat), 1mg cholesterol, 309mg sodium, 11g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 5g fiber), 5g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 vegetable, 1/2 fat.

Pine Cone Cookies

4 Reviews
Test Kitchen Approved
Total Time1 hour 15 min
Servings16 pine cone cookies
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From the Recipe Creator:Pull out each Goldfish graham and dip it into the soft center to snack on these pine cones. There's nothing more fun or creative on the cookie table this year! —Betty MacArthur, Portland, Oregon
Nutrition Facts:1 cookie: 524 calories, 26g fat (10g saturated fat), 31mg cholesterol, 332mg sodium, 70g carbohydrate (49g sugars, 3g fiber), 4g protein.

Snakewich with Venom Sauce

2 Reviews
Test Kitchen Approved
Total Time1 hour 5 min
Servings20 servings
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From the Recipe Creator:This sandwich shaped like a snake is tasty and a scary good centerpiece. —Suzanne Clark, Phoenix, Arizona
Nutrition Facts:1 slice: 346 calories, 18g fat (5g saturated fat), 39mg cholesterol, 897mg sodium, 25g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 2g fiber), 18g protein.

Sunny-Side-Up Dessert

Test Kitchen Approved
Total Time10 min
Servings4 servings
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From the Recipe Creator:My boys love this sweet take on eggs and toast. To make the "egg yolk," you can use all sorts of fruit, or even vanilla or butterscotch pudding. —Crystal Jo Bruns, Iliff, Colorado
Nutrition Facts:1 serving: 179 calories, 9g fat (6g saturated fat), 75mg cholesterol, 160mg sodium, 22g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 0 fiber), 3g protein.

Firecracker Float

5 Reviews
Test Kitchen Approved
Total Time5 min
Servings1 serving
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From the Recipe Creator:Thanks to Pop Rocks candy, these frozen drinks will literally make your mouth tingle with great flavor! —Taste Recipes Test Kitchen
Nutrition Facts:1 serving: 530 calories, 22g fat (13g saturated fat), 87mg cholesterol, 185mg sodium, 82g carbohydrate (68g sugars, 0 fiber), 7g protein.

April Fools’ Cake

10 Reviews
Test Kitchen Approved
Total Time55 min
Servings8 servings
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From the Recipe Creator:This recipe is so easy to put together, and it's so tasty it will be requested more than just on April Fool's Day! —Julie Foltz, Newport News, Virginia

Peanut Butter Mice

13 Reviews
Contest Winner
Test Kitchen Approved
Total Time45 min
Servingsabout 5 dozen
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From the Recipe Creator:With their red licorice tails, candy noses and peanut ears, these chewy “mice” were always a hit at classroom parties. My children are in their teens now, but they still ask me to make these cookies. —Nancy Rowse, Bella Vista, Arkansas
Nutrition Facts:1 cookie: 65 calories, 4g fat (1g saturated fat), 7mg cholesterol, 43mg sodium, 7g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein.

Pizza for Dessert

Test Kitchen Approved
Total Time45 min
Servings8-10 slices
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Eyeball Taco Salad

3 Reviews
Test Kitchen Approved
Total Time1 hour 10 min
Servings10 servings
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From the Recipe Creator:Topped with creepy peepers, this tasty taco salad is packed with beef, cheese, tomato and satisfying southwestern flavor to make everyone in your freaky family happy. —Jolene Young, Union, Illinois
Nutrition Facts:1 serving: 569 calories, 35g fat (13g saturated fat), 99mg cholesterol, 962mg sodium, 35g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 3g fiber), 32g protein.

Candy “Onion” Rings

2 Reviews
Test Kitchen Approved
Total Time20 min
Servings10 servings
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From the Recipe Creator:Fool even the most seasoned foodie with this basket of “onion” rings. Graham cracker crumbs coat Twizzlers to create the illusion of deep-fried goodness. —Taste Recipes Test Kitchen
Nutrition Facts:1 onion ring: 130 calories, 4g fat (4g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 30mg sodium, 22g carbohydrate (17g sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein.

Li'l Lips

4 Reviews
Test Kitchen Approved
Total Time20 min
Servings8 servings
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From the Recipe Creator:My kids just loved helping put the marshmallow "teeth" between the apple slices when I made these years ago. I usually made them with red apples but green apples would be a playful alternative. —Agnes Ward, Stratford, Ontario
Nutrition Facts:1 serving (calculated without marshmallows): 64 calories, 5g fat (1g saturated fat), 3mg cholesterol, 54mg sodium, 4g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein.

Eyeball Cookies

22 Reviews
Test Kitchen Approved
Total Time25 min
Servings25 servings
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From the Recipe Creator:All eyes will definitely be on these adorable cookies when they’re set on any buffet table. I created them for my son’s kindergarten class. —Sherry Lee, Columbus, Ohio
Nutrition Facts:1 cookie: 36 calories, 2g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 12mg sodium, 5g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 0 fiber), 0 protein.

Kids’ Sushi

2 Reviews
Test Kitchen Approved
Total Time1 hour
Servings40 pieces
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From the Recipe Creator:I’ve taken these fun mock sushi rolls to picnics and parties and served them at home with an Asian dinner. Kids always enjoy the bite-sized treats. —Lorri Reinhardt, Big Bend, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:1 piece: 61 calories, 1g fat (1g saturated fat), 3mg cholesterol, 53mg sodium, 12g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 0 fiber), 0 protein.

Ice Cream Cone Cupcakes

Test Kitchen Approved
Total Time55 min
Servings2 dozen
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From the Recipe Creator:I created this recipe based on our family's love of chocolate-dipped ice cream cones. Red heart-shaped sprinkles make them fun for Valentine's Day. Vary the color to match the occasion. —Jennifer Gilbert, Brighton, Michigan

Spider Sliders

1 Review
Test Kitchen Approved
Total Time45 min
Servings12 servings
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From the Recipe Creator:We're always trying to do fun things with food to make meals memorable. Better grab one of these sandwiches before it walks away! —Frank Millard, Edgerton, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:1 slider: 337 calories, 16g fat (4g saturated fat), 43mg cholesterol, 717mg sodium, 35g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 3g fiber), 13g protein.

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]]> https://www.tasteofhome.com/collection/kids-april-fools-day-foods/feed/ 0 April Fools’ Cake https://www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/april-fools-cake/ Sat, 09 Sep 2017 00:20:00 +0000 http://origin-www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/april-fools-cake/

Ingredients

  • 1 jar (14 ounces) pizza sauce
  • 1/2 pound bulk Italian sausage, cooked and crumbled
  • 1 package (8 ounces) sliced pepperoni
  • 3 cups biscuit/baking mix
  • 3/4 cup whole milk
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 tablespoons butter, melted
  • 1 teaspoon garlic salt
  • 5 to 6 slices mozzarella cheese
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Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°. In a bowl, combine the pizza sauce, sausage and pepperoni; set aside. In another bowl, combine the biscuit mix, milk, eggs, butter and garlic salt. Spread half of the batter on the bottom and up the sides of a greased 10-in. fluted tube pan. Spoon meat mixture over batter; cover with remaining batter.
  2. Bake for 35-40 minutes or until browned and a toothpick comes out clean. Invert onto a baking sheet. Arrange cheese over cake. Return to the oven for 5 minutes or until cheese is melted. Using two large metal spatulas, transfer cake to a serving platter; serve immediately.
]]> Sunny-Side-Up Dessert https://www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/sunny-side-up-dessert/ Sat, 09 Sep 2017 00:20:00 +0000 http://origin-www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/sunny-side-up-dessert/

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon butter, softened
  • 4 slices pound cake
  • 1/2 cup vanilla yogurt
  • 4 canned apricot halves
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Directions

  1. Spread butter over both sides of cake slices. In a skillet, toast pound cake over medium-high heat 15-30 seconds on each side or until golden brown. Transfer to dessert plates.
  2. Spoon yogurt over cake to resemble fried egg whites. Top with apricots to resemble yolks.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving: 179 calories, 9g fat (6g saturated fat), 75mg cholesterol, 160mg sodium, 22g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 0 fiber), 3g protein.

]]> Heavenly Crab Cakes https://www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/heavenly-crab-cakes/ Fri, 15 Sep 2017 01:13:00 +0000 http://origin-www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/heavenly-crab-cakes/

Ingredients

  • 1 pound imitation crabmeat, flaked
  • 1 cup Italian bread crumbs, divided
  • 1/4 cup egg substitute
  • 2 tablespoons fat-free mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon dill weed
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
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Directions

  1. Combine crabmeat, 1/2 cup of bread crumbs, egg substitute, mayonnaise, mustard, dill, lime and lemon juices and Worcestershire sauce. Shape into eight patties. Place remaining bread crumbs in a shallow bowl; dip each patty into crumbs to cover. Refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  2. In a large skillet coated with cooking spray, cook patties over medium heat until browned on both sides, about 15 minutes.

Heavenly Crab Cakes Tips

Are crab cakes healthy for you?

These crab cakes swap out some traditionally indulgent ingredients for lighter ones. As a result, you get a flavorful dish full of protein. Here are more lean, mean seafood recipes you can feel good about.

What can I use instead of mayonnaise in crab cakes?

You can use an additional egg (or egg substitute), more oil and vinegar or mustard and olive oil. Here's how to how to make egg substitute at home.

Is it better to fry or bake crab cakes?

Health-wise, baking is your best bet. But frying will give you a crispier texture. For the best of both worlds, try making these crab cakes in an air fryer. Here's a quick primer on all things air-frying.

Research contributed by Elizabeth Harris

Nutrition Facts

1 each: 150 calories, 2g fat (0 saturated fat), 14mg cholesterol, 108mg sodium, 22g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 11g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 lean meat, 1 starch.

]]> Octopus and Seaweed https://www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/octopus-and-seaweed/ Sat, 16 Sep 2017 00:58:00 +0000 http://origin-www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/octopus-and-seaweed/

Ingredients

  • 1 package (3 ounces) beef ramen noodles
  • 4 hot dogs
  • 5 drops liquid green food coloring, optional
  • Prepared mustard
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Directions

  1. In a large saucepan, bring 1-1/2 cups water to a boil. Add the noodles and contents of seasoning packet. Boil for 3-4 minutes or until noodles are tender.
  2. Meanwhile, add 4 in. of water to another large saucepan; bring to a boil. Cut each hot dog lengthwise into eight strips to within 2 in of one end. Drop into boiling water; cook until heated through.
  3. Add food coloring to noodles if desired. Drain if necessary. Place noodles on serving plates; top with a hot dog. Add eyes and mouth with dabs of mustard.

Nutrition Facts

1 each: 238 calories, 17g fat (8g saturated fat), 25mg cholesterol, 860mg sodium, 15g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 7g protein.

]]> Layer Cake Meat Loaf https://www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/layer-cake-meat-loaf/ Sat, 16 Sep 2017 00:58:00 +0000 http://origin-www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/layer-cake-meat-loaf/

Ingredients

  • 2 eggs, lightly beaten
  • 1 can (5-1/2 ounces) spicy hot V8 juice
  • 1 cup chopped green pepper
  • 2/3 cup chopped onion
  • 1/2 cup seasoned bread crumbs
  • 1/2 cup quick-cooking oats
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 2 pounds ground beef
  • MASHED POTATOES:
  • 4-2/3 cups water
  • 1 cup plus 2 tablespoons milk
  • 7 tablespoons butter, cubed
  • 1-3/4 teaspoons salt
  • 4-2/3 cups mashed potato flakes
  • Ketchup and mustard
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Directions

  1. In a large bowl, combine the first nine ingredients. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Pat into two ungreased 9-in. square baking pans.
  2. Bake at 350° for 15-20 minutes or until meat is no longer pink and a thermometer reads 160°; drain. Let stand for 10 minutes.
  3. Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, bring the water, milk, butter and salt to a boil. Stir in potato flakes. Remove from the heat.
  4. Invert one meat loaf onto a serving platter; invert the second loaf onto a cutting board. Spread 1-1/2 cups mashed potatoes over loaf on the platter. Carefully slide second loaf onto the potatoes.
  5. Spread 3-1/2 cups mashed potatoes over top and sides. Spoon remaining mashed potatoes into a pastry bag with open star tip #195. Pipe a shell border around bottom and top edges. Place ketchup and mustard in separate resealable plastic bags; cut a small hole in a corner of each bag. Pipe onto potato border.
]]> April Fools Berry Soda https://www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/april-fools-berry-soda/ Sat, 16 Sep 2017 00:58:00 +0000 http://origin-www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/april-fools-berry-soda/

Ingredients

  • 2 packages (3 ounces each) strawberry gelatin
  • 3/4 cup sliced fresh strawberries
  • 3/4 cup fresh raspberries
  • 3/4 cup fresh blueberries
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Directions

  1. Prepare gelatin according to package directions. Refrigerate until partially set, about 2 hours. Stir in berries. Pour into six tall drink or soda glasses. Insert a straw into each glass. Refrigerate until set.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving: 128 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 65mg sodium, 31g carbohydrate (28g sugars, 2g fiber), 3g protein.

]]> Ice Cream Tacos https://www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/ice-cream-tacos/ Fri, 22 Sep 2017 00:47:00 +0000 http://origin-www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/ice-cream-tacos/

Ingredients

  • 2 flour tortillas (6 inches)
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 2 tablespoons canola oil
  • 2 tablespoons chopped pecans
  • 2 tablespoons sweetened shredded coconut
  • 1 drop green food coloring
  • 1 cup chocolate ice cream
  • 1/4 cup whipped topping
  • 6 maraschino cherries, halved
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Directions

  1. Sprinkle 1 side of each tortilla with cinnamon. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add tortillas, 1 at a time, cinnamon side up. When tortilla starts to brown, fold into a taco shape; drain on paper towels.
  2. In the same skillet, cook and stir pecans for 2 minutes or until lightly toasted. In a small bowl, stir coconut and food coloring until coconut is evenly tinted. Place 2 small scoops of ice cream in each tortilla shell; top with whipped topping, cherries, pecans and coconut.

Ice Cream Taco Tips

Can I use homemade ice cream in an Ice Cream Taco?

Yes, you can use homemade ice cream for this recipe! Choose from one of our favorite homemade ice cream recipes.

What variations can I make to these Ice Cream Tacos?

One of our favorite variations is dipping the taco shell into chocolate and sprinkles. You can also try new toppings like sprinkles, peanuts or different ice cream sauces.

What other fun ice cream desserts can I try?

There are plenty more fun ice cream desserts you can try! Some of our favorites are Fried Ice Cream Dessert Bars, Homemade Ice Cream Sandwiches and Confetti Pie.

Research contributed by Christina Herbst, Taste Recipes Assistant Digital Editor

Nutrition Facts

1 taco: 508 calories, 33g fat (11g saturated fat), 22mg cholesterol, 265mg sodium, 50g carbohydrate (31g sugars, 3g fiber), 6g protein.

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Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons reduced-fat mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon butter, softened
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/8 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/8 teaspoon pepper
  • Dash onion powder
  • 4 tilapia fillets (5 ounces each)
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
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Directions

  1. Preheat broiler. Mix first 8 ingredients until blended.
  2. Line a 15x10x1-in. baking pan with foil; coat foil with cooking spray. Place tilapia in pan; sprinkle with salt.
  3. Broil 3-4 in. from heat 2-3 minutes per side. Spread cheese mixture over fillets. Broil until topping is golden brown and fish just begins to flake easily with a fork, 1-2 minutes.

Nutrition Facts

1 fillet: 191 calories, 8g fat (4g saturated fat), 84mg cholesterol, 359mg sodium, 2g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 28g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 4 lean meat, 1-1/2 fat.

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