Snacks

Sick of pumpkin recipes? Bake a batch of these fall-spiced sweet potato cookies instead.

These treats go over well at parties, but they're guaranteed to be a hit at Halloween parties. They're well worth...

Cumin and chili powder give extra oomph to the classic homemade nut mix. It's a smart solution for holiday snacking...

After one taste, folks will wonder why you didn't make these crunchy garlic-and-herb snacks sooner. The oven-baked tortilla chips get...

I grew tired of my family picking through a snack mix for their favorite ingredients and leaving the rest. So...

Pep up a party with this crunchy well-seasoned blend of cereal, pretzels and cheese crackers. "You can alter it by...

Our whole family has a sweet tooth, so this caramel-drizzled mix of popcorn, almonds and cereal goes quickly. My "off-limits"...

Rudolph and his pals will be dashing, dancing and prancing to gobble up this savory version of reindeer chow snack...

Sliced almonds and almond extract set this crunchy Chex mix apart. Lisa Hess, Bountiful, Utah, says, "Be forewarned...once you start...

I make these sweet crunchy treats often during holidays. They're nice to have on hand to serve or to take...

I like to set out bowls of spiced nuts when hosting holiday parties. Sometimes I stir in M&M's to make...

This beloved snack is a staple at German beer halls and breweries, but why make the trip when it's this...

The sweet and salty combination of these lightly coated pretzels makes them hard to resist. Get ready to double the...

Is there anything as comforting in the fall as freshly baked pumpkin chocolate chip muffins? Maybe freshly baked pumpkin chocolate...

Our potato latkes recipe creates crispy, oniony latkes with a lacy exterior and creamy center. They’re the perfect vehicle for...

My Aunt Mary started making this recipe years ago. Each time we visited, she would have a batch ready for...

My kitchen is a busy place over the holidays, but I enjoy taking the time to make these nuts. They’re...

My brother calls this combo of popcorn, marshmallows, peanuts and pretzels the “perfect popcorn." The taste is reminiscent of a...

If you are serious about getting your fruit servings in, this is a fun way to do it. The bright...

I have a massive herb garden in the summer, with an abundance of chives. This cream-cheesy dip helps use them...

Making cheese crackers usually means it’s party time at our families’ houses. My brothers frequently try to sneak them behind...

Garlic and cannelini beans, take hummus from the Middle East to the Mediterranean. The homemade chips come out of the...

I like giving spiced nuts as holiday gifts. This slow-cooker recipe with ginger and cinnamon is so good, you just...

Barb Gustison of Quincy, Illinois writes, “I remember my mother making chili mix in place of cookies for bake sales....

Apple turnovers are the sweetest (not to mention the easiest) way to enjoy the flavors of an apple pie without...

These aliens will be a hit at your next Halloween bash or for a kid's birthday theme party. They're a...

Sweet and tangy, not to forget quick and easy to make, kiwi smoothies are a healthy treat that everyone will...

Maple combines with a subtle touch of cinnamon and nuts to give these muffins the flavor of a hearty pancake...

I enjoy preparing this lovely cruller recipe with my grandchildren. The make-ahead dough is great for a gathering. —Muriel Lerdal,...