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Earth Day

Cupcake Terrariums

April 17, 2020 by Cara

For the longest time, making food art was my meditative practice. It was my medium for getting in the zone, expressing my creativity, and focus on my breathing. I mean, putting every chocolate sprinkle in place for the kiwi cacti in these Cupcake Terrariums takes time, precision, and care. You HAVE to focus and go…

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Filed Under: Desserts, Earth Day, Fresh Out of the Oven, Holiday

Toilet Roll Binoculars

April 14, 2020 by Cara

These were super fun to make with my kiddo! We talked about all the cool things we’d be able to see up close as we taped up our Toilet Roll Binoculars and prepared for our walk (it has been WEEKS since we’ve been out!). We of course printed out our Nature Walk Bingo sheets, and…

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Filed Under: Crafts, Earth Day, Fresh Out of the Oven, Kid-Friendly

Cactus Hummus Dip

May 10, 2017 by Cara

Here at Fork and Beans, we are standing behind our friends at Sabra to celebrate #nationalhummusday on May 13th, and what better way to thank this snacking staple than with your very own Cactus Hummus Dip?! You are going to LOVE the idea of eating edible cacti, so much so that this appetizer will actually…

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Filed Under: Birthdays, Earth Day, Fresh Out of the Oven, Holiday, Kid-Friendly, Lunch Box, Nut Free, Snacks for Kids

DIY Edible Terrariums

April 21, 2016 by Cara

These gluten and dairy free DIY Edible Terrariums are seriously Mother Nature’s way of including those of us with brown thumbs out there. You know who you are. I’m looking right at you. Okay, I should be looking at myself, really. I try so hard to grow stuff but I really do have a brown-ish…

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Filed Under: Birthdays, Desserts, Earth Day, Fresh Out of the Oven, Gluten-Free, Holiday, Kid-Friendly, Nut Free, Vegan

Plant A Tree Cupcakes

April 15, 2016 by Cara

I think these Plant A Tree Cupcakes cover your bases for a fun, gluten free Earth Day celebration next week. And if you aren’t satisfied enough with this idea, rest that weary little head of yours because these will knock your socks off for sure. Or what about these? And if those don’t do it…

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Filed Under: April Fool's Day, Desserts, Earth Day, Fresh Out of the Oven, Gluten-Free, Holiday, Kid-Friendly, Nut Free, Vegan

Pretzel Butterflies

April 11, 2016 by Cara

Celebrate spring by turning your favorite gluten free pretzels into these sprinkle and candy-filled edible Pretzel Butterflies! I’m comforted by all things that flutter, whether it is a hummingbird (or any bird for that matter) or butterflies. It’s funny how when someone you dearly love passes away, you tend to associate their spirit with a…

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Filed Under: Desserts, Earth Day, Fresh Out of the Oven, Gluten-Free, Holiday, Kid-Friendly, Nut Free, Vegan

Succulent Cupcakes

April 8, 2016 by Cara

Plant your very own cactus this Earth Day with these adorable and eco-friendly gluten free Succulent Cupcakes! Since my wedding back in September, I’ve been in love with the succulent and cactus species. Like, “crazy lady” in love. You know the kind; the one who stops to oooooo and aaaaahhh at each plant in the store;…

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Filed Under: April Fool's Day, Desserts, Earth Day, Fresh Out of the Oven, Gluten-Free, Holiday, Kid-Friendly, Nut Free, Vegan

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Welcome, I’m Cara! At Fork and Beans you will find creativity at every corner. From snack ideas, to holiday fun–even crafts and activities to do with your kids. If you are a parent (or just love fun food), you’ve come to the right spot! Come check out the latest idea I’ve made for my family and stay awhile, won’t you?

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