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Olive Oil Cake

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If you’ve never tried it, (which you definitely should!) olive oil cake has a light and moist texture, with a slightly crispy crust. The flavor is delicate and subtle, with fruity and nutty notes. You will love every bite! Looking for more cake recipes that are out-of-this-world moist? Try this brown butter almond cake if you’re wanting another nutty dessert, rum cake , or Kentucky butter cake ! Olive Oil Cake Recipe Olive oil cake is a delicious and unique dessert that has been growing in popularity recently. This cake is made with high-quality olive oil, which gives it its signature rich, buttery flavor and a moist, tender texture. The olive oil adds a slightly fruity, nutty taste that really sets this cake apart from other desserts! Olive oil cake is also made with lemon zest and juice, which add a bright, refreshing flavor that balances out the richness of the olive oil. The flavor is so tasty! In terms of texture, olive oil cake is similar to a traditional pound cake , but ...

Crystal Candy

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This gorgeous crystal candy tastes as good as it looks! Inspired by the Japanese candy “Kohakutou,” it’s such a fun treat to make with the kids. It has an addictive crunch to it and can be made with any flavor of your choosing! I love fun activities with the kids that double as a tasty treat! Nothing quite lives up to this crystal candy (isn’t it beautiful?!) but a few more fun recipes to try are: ice cream in a bag , snow ice cream , and hot chocolate bombs ! Kohakutou Crystal Candy Recipe You may have seen this gem-inspired treat popping up on social media. It’s actually called “Kohakutou” and originated from Japan! Translated, it means “amber candy.” The great thing about this crystal candy is that it only needs a few simple ingredients to make. This includes sugar, agar agar, food coloring, and your flavoring of choice! Plus, did I mention it’s vegan and gluten free? It’s the perfect sweet treat for anyone in your family! Kohakutou crystal candy is made by coating small cube...

Best Ever Creamy Pea Salad with Bacon

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Creamy Pea Salad with Bacon is a popular southern dish that is filled with crunchy peas, crispy bacon, chopped red onions, and cheddar cheese. This is an easy to make side dish that is perfect for your next potluck!  I am a lover of “salads” of every variety! Fruit salad, pasta salad, actual salad, you name it and I’m here for it. If you are like me, then you are going to love this California Spaghetti Salad , this delicious Ambrosia Salad , and this crowd-pleasing Pistachio Salad . Creamy Pea Salad Peas. You either love them or hate them right? I love peas. One of the only veggies I actually like to eat. Even if you don’t like peas, this creamy pea salad is a potluck staple. I have been making some classics here on the blog lately. Ones that I have grown up with and are always at a potluck or family gathering (like this cheesecake salad and this bacon ranch potato salad ). This creamy pea salad is one of them. It is a southern favorite and really popular. And filled with bac...