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]]>Keep it Fresh
When choosing the ingredients that you’re going to use in your mocktails, such as citrus fruits, barries, and herbs, make sure to always keep it as fresh as possible.
Perfect Base
The base you choose for your mocktails makes all the difference, and the options are pretty much endless. It all comes down to personal preference, and you can pick between anything from fruit juice and soda to ginger ale and non-alcoholic beers.
Non-Alcoholic Spirits
Non-alcoholic spirits have also been gaining traction, and you can use just a few drops to give your mocktails a major flavor boost.
Natural Sweeteners
If you want your mocktails to pack a sweet punch, always stick to natural sweeteners, such as honey, agave, and maple syrup.
Choice of Garnish
If you want your mocktails to look as amazing as they taste, adding some garnish to the mix is a must. Citrus slices and ice are a timeless classic, but you can also go with berries, mint leaves, pineapple wedges, and more.
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]]>Blueberry Banana Muffins
Blueberry muffins are a timeless classic that’s never going out of style, and Manila made them extra delicious by adding some bananas to the mix.
Morning Glory Muffins
Manila’s morning glory muffins are loaded with carrots, apples, raisins, nuts, and coconut, and they’re truly the ultimate breakfast treat.
Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins
Ripe bananas are the main ingredient in many of Manila’s muffin recipes, and she used them to make these chocolate chip muffins extra moist, rich, and delicious.
Cranberry Orange Muffins
Cranberry and orange are a match made in heaven, and Manila used them to take her muffins to new heights. They’re the ultimate festive dessert, but you can eat them all year long because this flavor combo is impossible to beat.
Coffee Cake Muffins
These bakery-style muffins were created with coffee lovers in mind. You won’t be able to resist their buttery crumb topping, cinnamon sugar swirl, and homemade vanilla glaze.
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]]>Cooking From Scratch
Making food from scratch was all the rage on TikTok thanks to the influencer Nara Smith, and her videos became so notorious that she grew into somewhat of a viral meme.
@naraazizasmith making sourdough for the first time comment any tips and tricks ? #sourdoughbread #baking #dough ♬ original sound – Nara Smith
“Marry Me” Chicken
“Marry Me” chicken was another polarizing food trend that blew up on TikTok this year, and it led to the rise of many other “Marry Me” dishes, from pasta to burgers.
Dubai Chocolate Bar
Fans of all things sweet were raving about the Dubai chocolate bars, packed with toasted kataifi-covered pistachio cream. This sweet treat became so popular that some TikTok users tried to make it on their own.
@elektraps Making the viral Fix Chocolate bar “Can’t get Knafeh of it” ? #fixdessertchocolatier #fixchocolatier #dubai #dubaidessert #dubaichocolate #viral #viraltiktok #recipe #easyrecipe #pistachio #chocolate #pistachiochocolate #asmr #asmrsounds #foryourpage #greece #greecetiktok ♬ πρωτότυπος ήχος – elektraps
Tanghulu
The traditional Chinese snack tanghulu was also having a moment on TikTok, largely because it’s pretty easy to recreate it on your own.
Cucumber Salad
2024 was the year of cucumbers on TikTok, courtesy of @logagm, whose videos attracted millions of views. He made quite a splash with his cucumber salad recipes, which see him creating delicious salads with a few simple ingredients.
@logagm ?My favorite cucumber salad recipe is out now @La La Land Kind Cafe ♬ original sound – Logan
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]]>Pumpkin Pie
Pumpkin pie is a timeless classic, and Clarkson will help you take it to new heights. She’ll help you make a pie crust that never cracks and the smoothest and creamiest pumpkin pie filling.
Brownie Pie
If you love brownies and pies in equal measure, this dessert will be your cup of tea because it’s the best of both worlds and seamlessly blends these two sweet treats into one.
Banoffee Pie
Banoffee pie is the ultimate British classic that mixes many unexpected elements together. Bananas, whipped cream, and a thick caramel sauce are some of its main ingredients, along with homemade pie crust.
Lemon Pie
Clarkson is a huge fan of refreshing pies made with citrus fruits, and this recipe will make you discover how delicious they can be.
Key Lime Pie
The best thing about Clarkson’s citrus pies is that you can make them with ease. Key lime juice, lime zest, sweetened milk, and egg yolks are the only ingredients you’ll need to make filling for this pie.
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]]>Too Much Salt
If you’re prone to using canned soups, keep in mind they tend to have a high sodium content. This problem can also occur when you’re making homemade soup, so try not to overdo it with salt.
Heavy Thickeners
Full-fat milk, heavy cream, and butter are often used to give creamy soups their rich texture, but all they’re doing is upping their calorie count and fat content.
Croutons & Bread
Croutons are often added to soups, while some people enjoy eating them with bread, but you’re doing nothing but adding empty calories to your dish this way.
Instant Soups
Most people turn to instant soups when craving a warm bowl of soup because they’re easy to make, but it’s important to remember they’re often loaded with salt, preservatives, and other highly processed ingredients.
Carbs
Foods such as pasta, rice, and potatoes will have the same effect on your soup, adding unnecessary carbs and calories to your healthy dish.
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]]>Kroger’s trend predictions have been put together by their team of food experts, including product developers, chefs, buyers, culinary specialists, and retail data scientists. The brand’s vice president, Juan De Paoli, said they’re excited to give their customers a taste of their favorite trends, whether they’re looking to try a new dupe on a viral favorite or explore the real power of protein.
Paoli’s statement mentions two trends that made it to Kroger’s list this year—food dupes and the protein renaissance. The first one is all about choosing store brand alternatives instead of national brands as a way to save money without sacrificing quality. As for the protein renaissance, this trend is all about the rise of plant-based proteins such as beans, lentils, and hemp seeds.
Kroger’s list also predicts that Caesar dressing will be all the rage in 2025, and we’ll be using it in everything from salads to pizza and pasta. Briny foods like olives, pickles, sauerkraut, and kimchi are also trending right now, along with spices and peppers from international cuisines.
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]]>The launch of Bero is inspired by Holland’s own sobriety journey. He took part in the “dry January” challenge in 2022 and never looked back after noticing how much better and healthier he felt after getting alcohol out of his system.
Bero’s press release describes this beverage as “an invitation to experiencing life’s richness, fully, and without holding back”, and Holland believes it can be enjoyed by everyone, whether they’re sober-curios or not.
“This beer isn’t just for those on a similar path, but for everyone who appreciates quality, craftsmanship and living life to the fullest. BERO delivers the taste and experience of a great brew, and never asks you to settle for less,” Holland said in a statement.
Bero’s first drop includes three brand new flavors, describes as “equally familiar and completely new” – the lager-style brew Kingston Golden Pils, the Edge Hill Hazy IPA with a playful and tropical finish, and light and refreshing Noon Wheat, which offers a touch of sweetness.
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]]>Lemon Bundt Cake
Bundt cakes infused with lemon juice never go out of style, and they’re a great choice if you’re in the mood for a refreshing zesty dessert this fall.
Chocolate Bundt Cake
Speaking of Bundt cakes that can be described as timeless classics, chocolate is always a good idea. Manila will help you master your recipe for this beloved dessert, and make it as rich and tasty as it gets.
Pumpkin Bundt Cake
With fall finally upon us, recipes for pumpkin desserts are suddenly everywhere. Manila shared quite a few on her Instagram page, and this pumpkin Bundt cake topped with cream cheese frosting and candied pecans will knock you off your feet.
Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Bundt Cake
If you’re a huge fan of the pumpkin and chocolate combo, you should also try making this delicious pumpkin Bundt cake filled with flavorful chocolate chips.
Funfetti Bundt Cake
Manila is inviting you to embrace the fun side of baking with this mouth-watering funfetti Bundt cake, filled with countless rainbow sprinkles.
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]]>Watermelon sandwiches are the ultimate summer snack, and like most trendy foods on TikTok – they’re incredibly easy to make. The main idea behind this dish is to use watermelon slices instead of bread when making a sandwich, but the right combo of ingredients can make your snack extra delicious.
The origins of this craze are hard to trace, but food influencer Linda who goes by @linder_surprise on TikTok helped it go viral. Her initial recipes included a combo of pickles, ketchup, cheese, fresh basil leaves, and balsamic vinegar drizzled on it, in addition to watermelon slices cut into perfect squares.
@linder_surprise ?? watermelon sandwich ?? would you try thus?? #fyp #watermelonsandwich #watermelon #sandwich #asmr #pickle ♬ original sound – Linda
Watermelon sandwiches became such a huge hit on social media that several celebrities decided to give them a shot. Songwriter and music producer Benny Blanco hopped on the bandwagon and convinced Selena Gomez to join him. She wasn’t sure she’d like it at first but decided to taste the sandwich because she likes pickles and watermelon and eventually gave it her seal of approval.
@itsbennyblanco watermelon pickle sandwich
♬ Little Things – Adrian Berenguer
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]]>Room Temperature
Bread boxes exist for a reason, and you should use them to your advantage. Bread is best stored in a cool, dry place, and bread boxes fit this description, unlike refrigerators, which will only speed up the staling process.
Appropriate Wrapping
Using proper wrapping can also help extend the shelf life of your bread, and paper is usually a better option than plastic because it doesn’t encourage mold growth.
Smaller Loaves
If you’re constantly throwing bread away because it goes bad before you get a chance to eat it, consider buying smaller loaves to reduce waste and ensure that your bread is always fresh.
Avoid Unnecessary Slicing
Exposing your bread to air can speed up the staling process, so avoid cutting more slices than you’re planning to eat.
Long-Term Freezing
Even though refrigeration isn’t recommended, freezing is a great way to preserve bread long-term. You can freeze it either whole or sliced and later use it to make garlic bread, quick sandwiches, and homemade croutons.
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