23 Festive Candy Corn Treats

Candy, candy canes, candy corn and syrup. It may be a little too early to talk about the four main elf food groups as a whole, but with Halloween just around the corner, we’re ready to focus on our favorite little orange, yellow and white sweet. Whip up these 23 candy corn concoctions this fall — with recipes for both sweet and savory treats, you can create a whole fun and festive meal!

1. Candy Corn Bark: Matzo crackers serve as the base of this bark, offering a nice balance along with salted pretzels to the sweet mix of chocolates and candy on top. (via Jelly Toast Blog)

2. Candy Corn Mini Layer Cakes: Who can resist these festive treats? Customize them further by using your favorite white cake recipe (or boxed mix) as the base. (via Formal Fringe)

3. Candy Corn Cookie Pops: Practice your cookie decorating skills now and you’ll have them perfected by the time Christmas cookie season rolls around! (via Parade)

4. Candy Corn Rice Krispie Cupcakes: Enjoy these chewy, personal-sized treats topped with a dollop of vanilla frosting and candy corn. (via Life in the Lofthouse)

5. Candy Corn Popcorn Cones: These eye-catching sweets are a cinch to make — fill up the candy corn cones with popcorn, your favorite candies and so much more. (via Brit + Co)

6. The Candy Corn Milkshake: Enjoy this healthy banana milkshake with a fun side — a few drops of food coloring transform it into a candy corn-inspired treat. (via Chocolate Covered Katie)

7. Trick-or-Treat Biscotti: No tricks here, just one crisp treat dotted with pockets of chewy candy corn. (via Food Nasty)

8. Vegan Candy Corn (Vegan): Make this healthier but no-less-munch-able homemade candy corn. We promise you won’t miss the unpronounceable ingredients or chemical food colors one bit! (via Chocolate Covered Katie)

9. Candy Corn Chicken Quesadillas: A trio of various cheeses melted on top make each wedge of these flavorful chicken quesadillas look like giant pieces of candy corn. (via Boulder Locavore)

10. Caramel Corn Cupcakes: Brown sugar caramel frosting and candy corn-studded caramel corn make ordinary vanilla cupcakes totally craveable. (via The Cake Blog)

11. Candy Corn Piñata Cookies: Break open these cookies to reveal a tumble of confetti-like candy hidden inside — enjoy watching how people react to these edible piñatas. (via Becca Bakes)

12. Candy Corn Pumpkin Spice Popcorn Balls: A spiced marshmallowy butter mixture coats each piece of popcorn and candy corn to make these autumnal handheld snacks. (via The Suburban Soapbox)

13. Homemade Funfetti Candy Corn Cupcakes: There’s no such thing as too much funfetti. Dress your next batch up for Halloween with black and orange sprinkles. (via Callie Cooks)

14. Candy Corn Meringue Swirls: These candy corn-hued meringues melt in your mouth, and are the perfect thing to bake when you have extra egg whites to use up. (via The Simple, Sweet Life)

15. Candy Corn Mallomars: Pillowy marshmallow and crisp cookies enhanced by almond flour offer a lovely contrast in each nibble. (via Wilde in the Kitchen)

16. Candy Corn Martini: Shake up a big batch of these martinis made with candy-corn-infused vodka and honey simple syrup and for a spirited way to get in the Halloween spirit! (via Brit + Co)

17. Candy Corn Macarons: A couple pieces of candy corn tucked into the center of these dainty cookies offer a subtle burst of flavor to these vanilla buttercream macarons. (via Annie’s Eats)

18. Payday Fudge: Enjoy this peanut butter fudge studded with honey roasted peanuts and candy corn. By some kind of magic it tastes just like a Payday candy bar. #MindBlown (via Crazy for Crust)

19. Candy Corn Jell-O Shots on Popsicle Sticks: The Jell-O shot meets food on sticks. We’re sold! (via That’s So Michelle)

20. Candy Corn Pudding Pops: White chocolate and vanilla pudding are layered to create cheery pudding pops. (via No. 2 Pencil)

21. Candy Corn Martini With Pop Rocks Rim: A splash of dry vermouth and a few dashes of bitters keep these candy corn- and vanilla-infused vodka martinis from being cloying. And the pop rocks rim, now that’s just fun. (via Boulder Locavore)

22. Candy Corn Oreo Truffles: These cookie truffles couldn’t be easier to make — simply pulse cookies and cream cheese together, form balls and dip ’em in white chocolate. Can’t find candy corn Oreos? No worries — use the golden variety instead. (via Shugary Sweets)

23. Candy Corn and White Chocolate Softbatch Cookies: Stir candy corn and white chocolate into a tender, sweet cookie dough base to make soft, chewy, melt-in-your-mouth treats. (via Averie Cooks)

Do you like to mix candy corn into any Halloween treats, or is it more of a straight-up nibble for you? Let’s talk in the comments!

Treehouse aesthetic is not only a charming decor trend, but it also evokes a sense of nostalgia, whether you grew up with one or simply wished you had. Santa Barbara architect Dylan Henderson and designer Bailee Roberts have reimagined a 1960s hillside home into a stunning modern retreat inspired by the magic of treehouses. Perched among California’s iconic coastal oaks, this home embraces its natural surroundings, offering breathtaking views of the Santa Barbara harbor and the rolling mountains beyond. It’s the kind of place that inspires daydreaming — it's my ultimate someday escape.

Here are 12 home decor ideas I'm stealing from this modern treehouse retreat.

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1. Exposed Wood Beams

This project was a full gut renovation, designed to blend with the natural landscape while bringing the homeowners' vision to life. The couple, both in their 60s, wanted a home that felt nestled in the oak canopies of the Honda Valley Preserve while making the most of the light and sweeping views.

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From the moment you step inside, wood beams pull the outdoors in, setting the tone for the entire space. The clients envisioned a retreat that felt both elevated and deeply connected to nature — warm, inviting, and sophisticated.

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2. Floor-to-Ceiling Windows

The team wanted to maximize the ocean and mountain views by increasing the roof height and fenestration on the Southern façade. They also introduced upper west-facing clerestory windows to welcome the warm afternoon light. The result? Sweeping ocean vistas that take center stage, while natural light floods in throughout the day.

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3. Folding Doors

The design team rebuilt the existing 1960s home to feel like a "treehouse in the sky." The folding door system blurs the line between indoors and out, extending the living space and creating a seamless flow to the deck.

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When opened, they expand the home's footprint while framing breathtaking views, making the transition between inside and nature feel almost invisible.

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4. Cozy Yet Refined Furniture

The result is a warm, multi-layered sanctuary — an elevated treehouse retreat that blends with its natural surroundings while revealing a refined yet cozy charm.

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5. Shelfie Perfection

Balancing tradition and modernity, Bailee combined the couple’s beloved antiques and heirloom pieces with contemporary furnishings and carefully curated fixtures. This shelfie is a thoughtfully layered mix of books, pottery, antiques, and personal treasures — designed to be both visually striking and inherently soothing.

Gavin Cater

6. Fluted Island

Fluted kitchen islands are a hot trend right now and I love the architectural detail and modern aesthetic it brings to the space.

Gavin Cater

Adding a gentle curve at the end of the kitchen island enhances both form and function — creating a more visually dynamic focal point while also maximizing space and flow.

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7. Layered Lighting

Want to create ambience in the kitchen? By combining different sources, layered lighting enhances the mood and versatility of a space, making any room feel more inviting and well-designed. Sconces here add warmth while the pendant chandelier above creates a statement while diffusing light beautifully.

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8. Earthy Palette

Sunlight pours into the home, accentuating the rich woods, organic textures, and an earthy palette that enhances the seamless indoor-outdoor flow.

Erin Feinblatt

9. Statement Artwork

This vintage goose painting beautifully echoes the room’s palette while adding an almost whimsical energy. The expressive pose of the goose brings a sense of movement and charm, making it both a statement piece and a harmonious accent.

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10. Floating Sink

Floating sinks are a game-changer for smaller bathrooms, creating the illusion of more space while maintaining a sleek, elegant look. Marble is also a hot trend we love for kitchens and baths.

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11. Entertaining Deck

Outdoor living is essential, and this deck is the perfect extension of the Santa Barbara treehouse — designed for lounging, dining, and entertaining while embracing the beauty of the surroundings.

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12. Modern Landscaping

Modern landscaping transforms the curb appeal by blending clean lines, native plants, and strategic lighting for a polished yet inviting look. Thoughtfully placed greenery, sculptural hardscaping, and layered textures create depth and dimension, while sustainable elements like drought-tolerant plants elevate the home's exterior.

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St. Patrick’s Day is coming soon, and I’m already so pumped for it, thanks to a slew of fun fast food treats. From Wendy’s new Thin Mints Frosty and Dairy Queen’s Mint Oreo Blizzard to the return of McDonald’s famed Shamrock Shake, I’m geared up for all things green.

If you’re also celebrating St. Paddy’s with a sweet treat, you’re gonna want to try out this Starbucks secret menu drink that has the perfect green tint. It’s filled with white chocolate and matcha – but not in the way you’d think. Plus, it's a tasty departure from your expected mint flavors around this time of year!

Scroll on to discover the Starbucks secret menu order that’s perfect for sipping on St. Patrick’s Day!

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Essentially an iced white chocolate mocha made with blonde espresso topped with matcha cold foam and brown butter sprinkles, one Starbucks barista revealeda tasty (and festive!) new way to enjoy the chain’s offerings in lieu of St Paddy’s: the Pot Of Gold!

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The spirited drink starts with 4 pumps of white mocha sauce, which is then combined with 2 blonde espresso shots. Starbucks’ blonde espresso has a smoother effect than their traditional shots, so expect this sip to bring on the sweetness!

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From there, you can order the drink with your choice of milk – and it’s a total bonus that Starbucks is no longer charging extra for alternative milks like oat, almond, coconut, and soy milk!

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The next step is to order the drink with the chain’s vanilla cold foam, adding 2 scoops of matcha powder in the process.

Note: this secret menu item was shared before Starbucks reformulated their matcha powderto be unsweetened, but the cold foam should still have some sweetness, thanks to the vanilla.

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Finally, the Pot Of Gold matcha drink is complete, boasting a satisfying layer of green on top of a golden latte. The barista who came up with the drink topped their bev with Starbucks’ brown butter sprinkles, which is in cafes for a limited time alongside their pistachio-flavored coffees.

If your local Starbucks is out of the brown butter sprinkles, a dusting of cinnamon or chocolate curls could also be so tasty!

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With this secret menu hack, you’ll be sipping your way through a delightful sweetness and plenty of caffeine from both the matcha powder and espresso shots. If you prefer to have less jitters in your drink, you could easily order it ‘half-caff’ or with decaf espresso shots.

For quick reference, here’s how to order the Pot Of Gold drink. Ask for:

  • A grande iced latte
  • With 2 blonde espresso shots (or your preference for ‘half-caff’ or decaf)
  • With your choice of milk
  • Topped with Vanilla Sweet Cream Cold Foam with 2 scoops of matcha powder
  • Add brown butter topping

And voila! This drink is such a fun way to ring in St. Patrick’s Day. If you’re craving an iced blended beverage, I also tracked down some pretty delicious-looking secret menu drinks for a Lucky Leprechaun Frappuccino and a Pot Of Gold Frappuccino.

Check ‘em out – and happy St. Paddy’s!

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Whether or not you understand Web3, there’s one thing you should know: it’s a massive opportunity for almost anyone — if you’re willing to have some growing pains. In this episode, you’ll learn why Web3 just doesn’t have big investors, it’s also a game-changing chance for women and non-binary individuals to get in early where they are typically left out.

Kevin Rose shares his lessons for growing Moonbirds to $500 million in just four months, and Mila Kunis explains how she has used Web3 to launch passion projects and create value for fans like never before.

In this episode, we cover:

(06:30) Meet Kevin Rose and Mila Kunis
(07:36) What is Web3, and how will it shift power to the people
(09:06) How blockchain keeps people honest
(12:20) Analogies to further explain blockchain
(18:03) Kevin's Doge experiment in 2014
(22:10) Mila's introduction to crypto
(25:00) Mila's passion project using NFTs in animation
(31:01) Why Hollywood didn’t get it right
(32:04) Mila's next project with the NFT community
(37:56) The PROOF Collective
(40:47) Explanation of the Moonbirds NFTs
(45:46) How women and non-binary folks have been excluded from financial and tech opportunities
(50:00) How to encourage marginalized folks to get involved in Web3 and the advantages of a diverse team
(55:00) Gatekeeping in the web3 community
(1:00:15) Big picture on web3 and ideas for keeping lower-income folks engaged
(1:04:00) Why NFTs and crypto should be seen more as a hobby

Where to find Mila Kunis:
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• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/MILAKUNISV/

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• Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/kevinrose/
• Website: https://www.kevinrose.com/
• Podcast: https://www.proof.xyz/

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