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Flying Bat Halloween Cookie Pops

October 6, 2013 by Cara

There are a couple of places that make me squeal like a little girl. No, I’m not even kidding–on my way to said places, I have actually screamed like a fan-crazed tween. One of them being Michael’s craft store. I tell you, one of the reasons why I had a difficult time adjusting to living in L.A. was…

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Filed Under: Cookies/Bars, Dairy-Free, Desserts, Egg Free, Gluten-Free, Halloween, Kid-Friendly, Vegan Tagged With: chocolate, cookies, dessert, gluten free, halloween, vegan

Homemade Lemon Drop Candies

September 18, 2013 by Cara

I have a special soft spot for Lemon Drops.   There are few memories I have of my grandmother but one that sticks out the most in my mind is how she always had Lemon Drops candies waiting for my sister and I whenever we came to visit. Now it is of no surprise to all of you that as a…

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Filed Under: Kid-Friendly Tagged With: candy, dessert, gluten free, Lemon Drops, vegan, VeganMoFo

Homemade Vegan “Honeycomb”

September 6, 2013 by Cara

  Honeycomb. Sponge candy. Whatever you call it, call it teeth-sinkable deliciousness! The chocolate-covered honeycomb was one of my favorite candies to get at the local candy store while growing up (along with every other candy. Literally. I’m not even kidding. Hey, I was a kid–who didn’t love candy?!) It’s been years since I have tasted Honeycomb and…

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Filed Under: Kid-Friendly Tagged With: candy, dessert, gluten free, halloween, vegan, VeganMoFo

Gluten-Free mini Valentine’s Donuts

February 14, 2013 by Cara

This Valentine’s Day has found me completely struck with love. First and foremost, the love I feel from you, my dear friends is palpable. I must give the biggest THANK YOU to you for being by my side during one of the darkest times of my life. The encouragement, love and support is so deeply…

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Filed Under: Kid-Friendly Tagged With: Breakfast, dessert, Donuts, Food, gluten free, recipes, Valentine's Day, vegan

Gluten-Free Vegan Gingerbread Men

December 17, 2012 by Cara

Have a seat, friends, we need to talk. Have you been feeling down this holiday season because you are gluten-free? Have you felt that pang in your heart as you have had to pass the plate of delicious treats? Well cry no more because these gluten-free vegan gingerbread men cookies are unfathomably delicious! Santa Clause has come…

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Filed Under: Dairy-Free, Gluten-Free, Holiday, Kid-Friendly, Nut Free, Vegan Tagged With: baking, Christmas, cookies, dairy free, dessert, egg free, Food, gingerbread men, gluten free, holidays, recipes, vegan, vegetarian

Vegan Cranberry Cheese Crumble

December 11, 2012 by Cara

Julia Child said to never apologize for what you put on the tableĀ for your guests. Always smile and never give away that you made a mistake. Chances are, they will never know anyway… I’m breaking herĀ rule right now by admitting that as I attempted to duplicate Brooke’s Cranberry Bars, I wanted to make them fancy…

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Filed Under: Kid-Friendly Tagged With: baking, Christmas, cookies, cranberries, dairy free, dessert, Food, gluten free, holidays, recipes, vegan, vegetarian

12 Gluten, Egg, & Dairy-free Christmas Cookies

November 26, 2012 by Cara

Last year, I teamed up with Brooke over at Crackers on the Couch and de-glutenized and veganized her amazing 12 Days Collection of Christmas Cookies. It was such a fun experience that her and I are back at it again this Christmas. Just in case you missed it, here is the original collection {and don’t…

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Filed Under: Kid-Friendly Tagged With: baking, Christmas, cookies, dessert, Food, gluten free, holidays, recipes, vegan, vegetarian

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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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