Healthy Soup Recipes for Kids...They'll Actually Eat

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Soup recipes are one of the best ways to eat healthy: an easy way to trick yourself into eating lots of vegetables at once. Guess what? It works on kiddos too. As a parent of a 3 year old, I've seen first-hand how children gravitate toward starches over veggies. (Bread! French fries! Muffins!) But if I serve my son a soup first, he drains his soup bowl clean: veggies and all!

Here are the best healthy soups for kids! What are healthy soups? It's not about calorie counts or specific diets. A healthy soup is one that loads on the nutrient-dense veggies and uses meat or dairy in moderation. Emphasis on the veggies! Pack them for lunch too with our thermos recs below!

Any healthy sides to serve with these soups? 5-ingredient side dishes or any of these non-boring salads.

Creamy Broccoli Soup

Here's a healthy take on one of our favorites: broccoli cheese soup! It's a plant-based recipe that's impossibly creamy, relying on a few whole food tricks to take it into addictive status. It'll warm the kids up right down to their toes. (via A Couple Cooks)

Sweet Potato Chili

Kids can't turn down chili! This one features sweet potatoes for a savory and sweet combo. It's packed full of flavor and healthy ingredients like beans and avocados. It's also vegan and dairy-free! If you have a kid who's really sensitive to spice you can skip the can of green chilis and chili powder but they add a great tang! (via Feel Good Foodie)

Slow Cooker Chicken Noodle Soup

You don't have to be under the weather to enjoy this chicken noodle soup. It's always a hit, no matter how old you are. This soul-warming Crockpot recipe is filled with intense flavor, vegetables galore and tender egg noodles. (via Grandbaby Cakes)

Loaded Potato Soup

There's not a kid who doesn't love potatoes! At least, we haven't found one yet. Creamy and comforting, this dish is made with no cream and loads less butter than most potato soup recipes. Load it up with all your kids' favorite toppings! (via A Couple Cooks)

Tortilla Soup

Tortilla soup appeals to all ages, but especially to the kiddos! It's vibrant and packed with nutrient-rich beans and veggies and not at all spicy. This vegan recipe is flavor-packed, budget-friendly, and ready in less than 30 minutes! (via Sweet Simple Vegan)

Roasted Butternut Squash Soup

The eye-popping orange puree of butternut squash is always irresistible. Kids love the subtle sweetness of squash, and butternut squash is full of beta carotene, protein, Vitamin C & B6, potassium, and fiber. This soup is is sweet and savory, creamy and dreamy. (via Marisa Moore)

Homemade Vegetable Soup

This homemade vegetable soup is a healthy vegetarian version of chicken noodle soup that's just as tasty. The flavorful broth is flavored with turmeric and loaded with veggies! Stick to the veg that the recipe calls for or add in your kids' faves. (via A Couple Cooks)

Classic Tomato Soup

This classic tomato soup is creamy without the cream! It's a healthy soup that couldn't be more kid-friendly. The luxurious base is made by blending in white beans, but the kiddos will never know. It's gluten-free and can easily be made vegan. (via Cookie and Kate)

Taco Soup

Taco soup? Yes, please! The Mexican-style flavors are family-friendly, and this one is loaded with nutrient-rich beans and tomatoes. Even better, it's so easy to make: just 1 step! Serve with chips, salsa, and guac to round out the meal. (via Well Plated)

Tortellini Minestrone

This genius idea combines two kid-friendly healthy soups: minestrone and tortellini soup! Tortellini minestrone is full of nutrient-rich veggies and a full-flavored broth that your kids (and you) will love. Plus, who wouldn't want a pasta soup? (via Gimmesome Oven)

Want to pack them for lunch? Try these insulated, no-spill containers!

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There’s absolutely nothing wrong with taking a sick day when you need it, but it’s totally normal to want to get back on your feet ASAP. You’re busy, after all! You’ve probably tried eating chicken noodle soupand drinking plenty of green juiceto make you feel better, but these 25 sick day recipes offer a little extra, with seasonal veggies, turmeric and other spices, plus cover everything from homemade cough drops to ice pops to hot toddies. They'll have you feeling like yourself in no time, so grab some tissues and a humidifier, curl up with your favoritecomfort show or fallbook, and focus on getting and feeling better.

Immune Boosting Winter Citrus Smoothie

Crush your cold with all the colorful in-season produce like blood oranges, beets, pomegranates, and rainbow chard spiced with ginger, turmeric, and cayenne. (via Half Baked Harvest)

Creamy Yogurt Popsicles with Berries

Nurse your sore throat with these healthy popsicles made with fresh berries and just five ingredients! (via The Real Food Dietitians)

15-Minute Asian Cold Remedy Soup

Maybe this soup’s claim has something to do with the hefty dose of fresh ginger in each bite.(via Fork in the Kitchen)

Cold-Soothing Chai Hot Toddy

Your grandma wasn’t lying when she said that a hot toddy is the best cold medicine. This chai-spiced version adds even more warmth to the drink and will lull you into a peaceful night of sleep. (via Baking Mischief)

Honey Chamomile Popsicles

Honey and chamomile are two soothing ingredients for a sore throat or upset tummy. Keep them stored in the freezer, and you and your kids will be more than happy to snack on them while sick. (via Vanilla and Bean)

Immune Boosting Garden Herb Stock

Once you get over your illness, you need to do everything you can to keep your immune system up. This nutritious stock is full of vitamins and minerals that you can drink straight or add to just about any dish you like. (viaOm Nom Ally)

Easy 30-Minute Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup

You’ve got to have a solid chicken noodle soup recipe, no matter who you’re trying to nurse back to health. This one has plenty of protein, veggies, and comforting egg noodles to get your stomach settled. (viaAverie Cooks)

Golden Milk

Delicious both hot or cold, this anti-inflammatory drink made with coconut milk, dates, turmeric, and cinnamon is full of medicinal properties that will leave you feeling great in no time. Plus, it's gluten and dairy-free, vegan, and super easy to make! (via Clean Cuisine)

Rosehip Tea

Ripe in late fall, rosehips are high in vitamin C and can help strengthen your immune system. This tea, made with these fruits of rose plants, has an amazing effect on your body, before and after your sick day. (via Give Recipe)

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Chicken Lemon Rice Soup

If you're not a fan of noodles or just not in the mood for them, opt for a chicken and rice soup instead. (via Feel Good Foodie)

Turmeric Ginger Chickpea Noodle Soup

Thisimmune-boosting chickpea noodle soup is full of veggies with a flavorful ginger turmeric broth, plus it's ready in about 30 minutes! (via Crowded Kitchen)

All-Natural DIY Pineapple Cough Syrup

No more cough syrup at home? Go for this all-natural alternative. The combination of pineapple, cayenne, lemon, ginger, and honey is more than effective at keeping your coughs at bay. (via The View from Great Island)

Gingery Poached Egg Soup

Sometimes it’s hard to even eat chicken noodle soup when you’re feeling under the weather. This light version will be ready for you to sip in 15 minutes, and it won’t weigh too heavily on your stomach. (via The Kitchn)

Healing Turmeric Cauliflower Soup

The anti-inflammatory properties of turmeric are just one of the reasons this soup is perfect for healing your sick body. If you’re having any trouble swallowing, the smooth texture will be easy for you to get down and digest. (via Simply Quinoa)

Healing Bowls With Turmeric Sweet Potatoes, Poached Eggs, and

Lemon Dressing

When you’re able to eat a little bit more, a big bowl of nourishing ingredients is what you need. This sweet potato and brown rice bowl is full of greens, poached egg, and a lemony dressing to help you feel like a million bucks. (via Pinch of Yum)

Immunity Shots

You could go to a fancy juice bar to get an immune-boosting shot or you could make one at home for a fraction of the cost, and you won’t have to get out of your pajamas. Use your blender or juicer to combine carrot, ginger, lemon, and garlic together into a cold-blooded flu killer. (via With Food and Love)

Cold Buster Citrus Smoothie

If your immune system does give into the office cold, this vitamin C-packed drink will help you recover at lightning speed. (via Seasonal Cravings)

Moon Milk

Getting a good night’s sleep is one of the hardest things to do while you’re sick. This antioxidant-rich warm moon milk recipe features nutmeg and ashwagandha, both of which are known for lulling you into a restful slumber. (via Bon Appetit)

Super Immunity Power Salad

Move over, spinach. This kale salad is here to take the spot as the most nutritious and delicious way to eat your greens. (via The Garden Grazer)

Triple Berry Kiwi Smoothie

Who needs a multivitamin when you could just drink this smoothie every day? One kiwi has over 100 percent of your daily requirement of vitamin C, so you know that you’ll stay healthy through flu season with this as your breakfast. (via The Pretty Bee)

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Vegan Vegetable Noodle Soup Recipe

Even without the chicken, noodle soup is good for the soul. (via Veggie Society)

Homemade Hot Apple Cider Recipe

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Homemade Hot Apple Cider Recipe

Homemade Hot Apple Cider Recipe

Sometimes all you need is a hot, seasonal drink to get you back on your feet. (via Pink Owl Kitchen)

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CREAMY SWEET POTATO CHICKEN SOUP

Sweet potatoes are a great source of vitamin A which! Is great for fighting off illnesses.(via Averie Cooks)

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SPICY SOFT TOFU SOUP

Sometimes all you need is a little spice to clear up a stuffy nose! (Takes Two Eggs)

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Easy Homemade Sore Throat Gummies

These lemon, ginger, and honey gummies are better than any lozenge than you can get at the store. The natural ingredients will coat your throat and ease any annoying tickles or cough that you may have. (via Hello Creative Family)

Emily Henry has been at the top of her game for quite a few years now, and she isn't slowing down anytime soon. In addition to a Beach Read movie, Book Lovers movie, and a Funny Story movie, we're getting ANOTHER movie based on her books: People We Meet On Vacation! (Seriously, Em, when do you sleep?)

The movie might take place in the summer, but Emily Henry is really set on making it as cozy as possible. "Nancy Meyers’ writing and directing is lovely, but her sets are what make you want to be inside of that movie," she tells Variety. "Same thing with Nora Ephron — it’s Nora Ephron’s New York, not quite real New York, and it feels so magical and aesthetic. When you have that feeling of the first nip of fall, you want to watch You’ve Got Mail. That’s something they all know I’m really big on.”

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I'm losing my mind over these set leaks from People We Meet On Vacation for one very specific reason — Tom Blyth and Emily Bader's outfits match the book cover! I'm thinking this is a scene from the very end of the movie (given the fact the kiss is giving "happy ending" vibes). It also answers a questions fans have had since the casting was announced: it looks like Emily is keeping her dark hair instead of dying it blonde!

Who's in the People We Meet On Vacation cast?

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We finally have the cast of People We Meet On Vacation! The movie will star My Lady Jane's Emily Bader as Poppy and The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes' Tom Blyth as Alex. The news was announced on August 2, 2024, and on September 18, we got more cast members!

Lucien Laviscount, Sarah Catherine Hook, Jameela Jamil, and Lukas Gage have also joined the cast, although their roles are being kept under wraps for now. My guess is we'll see Jameela as Poppy's boss Swapna, Sarah as Alex's ex Sarah Torval, Lukas as Alex's brother David, and Lucien as Alex's future brother-in-law Tham.

Is People We Meet on Vacation getting a movie?

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Yes, we're getting a People We Meet On Vacation movie! Brett Haley will direct, while Yulin Kuang will write the script. Deadline confirmed the adaptation in October 2022.

When is the People We Meet On Vacation movie coming out?

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The People We Meet On Vacation movie is in the very early stages of pre-production, which makes me think we'll see it in 2026. Considering the story is all about two friends going on a vacation together, I think this could be the perfect summer movie — it might even become a cult classic we want to watch every year! Keep checking back here for the latest news on the movie's release date.

What is People We Meet on Vacation by Emily Henry about?

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This Emily Henry book follows ex-best friends Poppy and Alex, who used to take a vacation together every summer. That is, until their friendship suffers a serious blow. When Poppy starts feeling stuck in her own life, she reaches back out to Alex and gets him to agree to a final trip. Now, they have one last chance to repair their relationship before it's too late.

Are any other Emily Henry books being made into movies?

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Yes! Beach Read,Book Lovers, Happy Place, and Funny Story are also being adapted! These stories have such good relationships, characters, and settings that I cannot wait to see onscreen. I'll go anywhere Emily Henry goes!

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Most new parents hear a plethora of well-intended, but somewhat annoying advice before their newborn arrives. At the top of the list rests comments that revolve around one thing — sleep training. It's not unusual for parents to hear, "Sleep when the baby sleeps," or "Don't let your baby sleep with you because they'll never leave your bed."

The latter is something I've routinely felt guilty about because my son is a stage five clinger who wants to live in my skin — especially at night. It wasn't until Kourtney Kardashian recently confessed that she believes in co-sleeping that I felt seen. Appearing on The Skinny Confidentialpodcast on September 16, she opened up about her oldest son's sleeping habits.

"I think every person’s different and every child is different. My oldest son [Mason Disick] slept with me till he was 7," she said without missing a beat. Eventually she revealed she'd started getting him used to the idea of sleeping in his own room until he told her he was "done" being with her at night.

Wanting to learn more about sleep training, I reached out to Physician Eric Levene, MD of Chester Pediatrics and Children's Sleep Consultant Rebecca Michi to explain what is, how it benefits children and parents, and why it's important for no one to feel pressured during the process. They both have decades of experience to help guide you towards a more peaceful bedtime.

What is sleep training?

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Although you may have a basic idea of what sleep training is, it's normal to wonder if it's just another buzzy social media word. Dr. Levene says, "Sleep training is a process that helps babies learn to sleep without parental assistance," while Michi adds the words "independent sleeper" her definition. Michi says it's a means of equipping "kids the skills to fall asleep alone" and "get back to sleep when they naturally wake during the night."

But you're not a horrible parent if it were easier to co-sleep with your baby during their first weeks at home. For example, my son would cry and scream all night when we tried to get him to sleep in his bassinet — which isn't easy to maneuver when you're faced with sleep deprivation and a breastfeeding schedule. So, his dad and I thought it would be easier if everyone could fall asleep together.

Is there a correct time to start sleep training children?

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This answer may vary depending on who you ask. Family members might tell you not to spoil your baby from the time you give birth while parts of social media encourages co-sleeping. In Michi's opinion, she doesn't "think there is" a right time to introduce sleep training.

"Parents usually sleep train when they can no longer manage with the sleep they're getting. For some, that is when the baby is four months old; for others, it's when they're four years old," she explains. Dr. Levene also mentioned it can occur "between four and six months of age," but it "can take some time."

But, both issue a slight warning to parents who are on the fence about it. "There is no point in starting sleep training before you are ready, as you will likely give in and not follow through," says Michi, while Dr. Levene stresses the importance of being consistent.

It's almost like developing a routine for potty training. Kids pay attention to schedules and can sense when you're not 100% in!

Are there benefits to sleep training a child?

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Now that you know what sleep training is, you're likely asking yourself if there are any benefits to it. I don't consider myself a 'seasoned' mom yet, but I can tell you there are! Before we cover them, Dr. Levene wants you to know sleep training isn't about "teaching the child to sleep through the night." Instead, the goal is to start "improving infant sleep and in turn improving parental sleep."

So, which benefits will start to show once an infant or child gets used to being sleep trained? "A sleep-trained child can get to sleep at the beginning of the night without needing to be rocked, etc., and can get back to sleep during the night when nothing is wrong or they're not hungry," says Michi.

If you decide to sleep train your infant, don't expect a miracle to happen over night. Dr. Leven already mentioned being consistent, but he acknowledges how difficult sleep training can be. "It is not easy on the parent," he says. "There are different methods including cry it out, Ferber, and others."

Michi says, "The majority of sleep-trained children will sleep through the night, but some still need a feed until they are around a year old." One of the things my fiancé and I are working on with our son is getting him to verbally explain what's wrong when he wakes up upset.

It's still a disruption to sleep, but we've noticed our son's vocabulary has increased over time. He explains how he feels in greater detail which helps us know how to negate nightmares or come to his aid during nightly eczema flareups. He hardly ever asks to eat at night, so that's one thing we're grateful for!

Is there a right or wrong way to sleep train your child?

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If you're looking for a concrete answer, Michi doesn't believe there is one. "You can sleep train however you want! There are lots of different techniques, making most set-ups manageable." However, Dr. Levene says it "works best if the infant is in another room." At the same time, he doesn't feel it's "an absolute requirement."

This brings me back to what Kourtney Kardashian said about her sleep training approach with her kids. Instead of following different parenting paths, she chooses to "do what feels natural and instinctual," and Michi says there's nothing wrong with that. "Some families want to continue to bed share; some techniques work better for this. Others want to have their child sleep in their own room; they can use different techniques."

According to Michi, a key to sleep training is to be mindful about your "child's personality" because "temperament plays a big part in how children learn to be independent sleepers."

Who should parents talk to if they're struggling with their child's bedtime routine?

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As much as you may resolve to help your child become more independent, there's no guarantee that you can snap your fingers and they'll be on board with your desires. Should you find that bedtime is a struggle that results in a lack of sleep for everyone, there are some things you can do. "First, chat with your pediatrician, they may be able to help. [Also] find some sources online that your resonate with," Michi suggests.

The one thing she doesn't recommend is relying on a certain age-old technique that I've even found doesn't work for my son. "Don't ask someone for sleep advice if they use cry-it-out sleep training techniques if you know it won't work for your child. You know your child better than anyone," she adamantly says. "You know what is likely to work and what isn't. Follow your instinct when it comes to sleep."

Frankly, my son started screaming at the top of his lungs when we tried to implement the 'cry-it-out' method, and since that reminds me of the early postpartum days, I can't get on board with it. For me, it's jarring to hear ear-piercing screams in the middle of the night, so going against tradition has proved to work better.

How can parents help their children get comfortable sleeping in their own beds?

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Major events can play a role in sleep regression, from your child meeting another milestone or moving to a new space. Want to know how you can start helping your child get comfortable in their own bed? Dr. Levene says, "Having a consistent bedtime routine is important. If its bath, bottle, book and bed or something like that, infants and toddlers feel comfortable with routine. Sometimes for toddler a security object is very helpful." He does warn, "Remember infants should having nothing in the crib/bed with them."

According to Michi, she believes "it all starts with playtime." She says, "Your child needs to be comfortable in their bed to sleep in it comfortably." But what does this mean?

It's simple! "During the day, have some playtime in the bed and bedroom. Start small for a few minutes and then increase as they become more comfortable," Michi explains. Your child will start making the connection that it's daytime so "they won't get confused thinking it's bedtime."

What should parents remember when sleep training their children?

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Though Michi is a sleep consultant, she's more than aware all children aren't created equally. They're going to have different personalities, wants, and needs that contribute to how you approach parenting them. "Not all techniques work for all children. Children are unique and learn in different ways. Find a technique that you can do and that you think your child can do. If you do that, you will always have success," she says.

Dr. Levene agrees that "There is no right way here. If it works in your home and you have reviewed the infant/toddlers sleeping with your pediatrician then its right for you" because "sleep training can be accomplished in many ways."

The more you bond with your child, the more their personality will show which is important when learning how to teach them something in a way they understand. My son loves learning new things, but he doesn't like to feel forced to perform them just like I don't. Of this Michi says, "Don't feel pressured into using techniques that don't resonate with you."

Remember, children are taking in a ton of information because the world and different concepts are new to them. It's easy for parents to forget because we've been alive for 20+ years longer than they have, but even we have trouble sticking to a bedtime routine because of sleep deprivation, FOMO, and being overachievers at work.

Like I always say, give yourself and your kiddos grace. Everyone's still learning what it means to be healthily independent!

We have more parenting advice for you to check out if you ever need help navigating the newborn stage, breastfeeding, and more!

Halloween is on its way people! With just a handful of weeks to go, it's crunch time to find a costume and figure out what you'll be doing the night of October 31. Whether you're throwing a Halloween party and still need to figure out a food and drink recipes or you need a fun dish to bring to the one you're attending, these quick and easy Halloween snacks are here to help! After all, you don't want guests to be left hangry – that would be frightening. Have no fear! We have some last-minute Halloween snacks that are fast, festive, and tasty AF.

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Mummy Jalapeño Poppers

This savory Halloween snack can be made as spicy as your guests want it – just scoop a little or all of the jalapeño seeds out before stuffing these 'mummies' with cheese and wrapping them in store-bought crescent roll dough.

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Deviled Egg Brains

Your party pals will definitely be freaked out by this bite! Red food coloring aids in turning traditional deviled egg filling a spooky pink color.

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Sweet and Salty Healthier Caramel Apples

Made without any processed sugar, these caramel apples require just a few ingredients: apples, maple syrup, honey, cream, vanilla, chocolate, and flaky salt.

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Halloween Popcorn Mix

This candy-coated bowl of popcorn loads up on festive accoutrements like candy corn, pumpkins, and Halloween sprinkles.

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Halloween Puppy Chow

Add Halloween-themed sprinkles to some classic Chex mix for a spooky seasonal snack.

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Monster Party Bark

Melt a few chocolate bars with some pretzels, candy eyes, and coconut flakes for a salty-sweet Halloween snack that will be ready in only three minutes.

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Halloween Pretzel Bites

Just place small pieces of chocolate on top of pretzels, heat them long enough for the chocolate to soften, then lightly place a candy corn on top. Viola! Simple, tasty treats with a twist – and no tricks!

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Chipotle Pumpkin Hummus

We don't know anyone who doesn't love hummus. This quick dip can be served with crackers or veggies for a healthy Halloween party snack.

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Halloween Pumpkin Covered Strawberries

If you have some strawberries on-hand, this recipe is made even easier. Just grab some orange candy melts and decorate away!

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Caramel-Dipped Marshmallows

Simply dip marshmallows in caramel, then cover them in some cute holiday sprinkles for an easy treat that everyone won't stop snacking on.

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Banana Boo Pops

Put a festive touch on the classic frozen chocolate “boo-nana" by giving them a ghostly makeover. The only heavy lifting you'll have to do for this recipe is let them sit in the freezer for a bit.

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Spiderweb Pretzels

Melt some chocolate, then swirl it over pretzel sticks for a spooky spiderweb-like snack. These could be served alone, or on a cake or ice cream.

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Halloween Candy Bark

Whether you're using new or leftover Halloween candy, this bark recipe is super simple.

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Apple Kabobs

Buy a package of pre-sliced apples, then dip them in chocolate and caramel for an easy alternative to a favorite Halloween pastime. Plus, they're just easier to eat!

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Candy Corn Fruit Parfait

For a sweet treat that's still healthy, skip the candy corn and cut up some colorful fruit in its place.

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Sweet and Salty Pumpkin Seeds

For flavors both sweet and salty, these pumpkin seeds can be made in a jiffy.

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Strawberry Ghosts

Dip some strawberries in white chocolate, then give them chocolate chip eyes and a mouth for these cute and tasty snacks.

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Tangerine Pumpkins

Peel a few tangerines and place a small piece of celery in the middle to make these tangerine pumpkins. Bonus: these can definitely double as the perfect kid's snack for school.

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Witches' Brooms

To make these adorable 'brooms,' you'll push a pretzel in the end of a sliced string cheese stick.

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Halloween Walnuts

These nutty little guys are the perfect snacking companion for the holiday.

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Loaded Halloween Cream Cheese Brownies

These super soft and gooey brownies are the ultimate snack that'll melt in your mouth. They're perfect for anyone who has a sweet tooth and loves a combination of fudge, oreo cookies, and cream cheese. Plus, you'll taste a hint of vanilla extract in it that serves as a nice surprise!

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Halloween Candy Bark

Looking for chill Halloween snacks to munch on throughout the day? Make this holiday candy bark that has all the makings of a trick-or-treat explosion. You'll need everything from bittersweet chocolate to your favorite Halloween candies for this fun recipe.

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Halloween Popcorn Mix

Got a taste for something that involves trail mix and popcorn? This Halloween snack has your name written all over it! It takes less than an hour to perfect and involves popcorn, a little sugar, honey, salt, and more delicious ingredients! In our mind, it's the perfect sweet and salty treat you'll want to recreate every season!

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When it comes to beauty, finding products that truly deliver can feel like a never-ending quest. With so many options out there, it’s hard to know where to start — until you look at the reviews. Enter: this curated list of 37 must-have beauty products that have earned the trust (and love) of thousands. Whether you're searching for skincare saviors, makeup miracles, or hair care heroes, these tried-and-true favorites have one thing in common: glowing 5-star reviews. Ready to discover the best beauty buys that deserve a spot in your routine? Let's dive in.

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Try a Vegan Beauty Item With This Saie Dew Blush

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This Saie dew blush gives a natural flush to cheeks with a lightweight formula that can be built up for a deeper wash of color. The cream blush is easily blendable for streak-free application.

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Refresh and Revitalize With This Face Moisturizer

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This face moisturizer wakes dry skin upon contact. This fast-absorbing, oil-free gel intensively hydrates, leaving it moisturized with hyaluronic acid. It's a perfect daily moisturizer and easy to put on right after you wash your face for a fresh, dewy look.

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This Cushion Foundation Blurs Your Imperfections

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A satin finish is just one product away with this cushion foundation that has the internet in a frenzy. This foundation is infused with an anti-aging serum, bringing a radiant finish to your skin with each use. It's easy to apply and creates a timeless look that everyone will love.

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Revolutionize Your Sun Protection With This Sunscreen

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This sunscreen is invisible, weightless, and odorless for optimal protection to all skin types and tones. It contains antioxidants to protect your skin from damaging UVA, UVB, and blue light from devices. It has a unique oil-free texture that slides on flawlessly while holding shine and delivering a silky finish that holds makeup beautifully. Enriched with soothing frankincense and hydrating meadowfoam seed, it nourishes as it safeguards.

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Get Squeaky Clean With This Make Up Remover

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This makeup remover will deliver you the best night cleansing experience. This ultra-soft, pre-moistened cleanser wipe removes up to 99% of makeup, dirt, and impurities. Its unique triple emollient formula softens with the clean and rinse for refreshingly clean skin without heavy residue. These are hypoallergenic, great for removing even waterproof mascara, and safe enough to be used by contact lens wearers.

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A Sculpt Stick for Contouring Effortlessly

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Chisel your cheekbones and jawline with this sculpt stick. It features a buildable, creamy texture that is super easy to blend and comes in a variety of tones. Each shade has a cool undertone that cancels out any orange hues.

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Wake Up With Clearer Skin With This Pimple Patch

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Discover the power of clear skin with this pimple patch. It is an overnight acne spot-sticker that prevents picking and gives you clean, blemish-free skin overnight.

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Purify And Brighten Your Skin Naturally With This Facial Scrub

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Revitalize your skin with this facial scrub. This is infused with sea kelp super-nutrients that soften and detoxify, lemon peel, and French green clay which exfoliate and purify, and Madonna lily to shine your skin to its natural brightness.

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Experience Moisture-Rich Cleansing With This Facial Cleanser

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Keep your face hydrated and healthy by using this cleanser. Packed with acid, ceramides, and glycerin to eliminate makeup, dirt, and excess oils.

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Revive Your Glow Anytime With This Facial Spray

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Refresh your skin using this spray that moisturizes and renews while providing your skin with a refreshed appearance whenever you need it most. Suitable for all skin types as it tackles dryness and irritation.

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Kiss Your Dry Lips Goodbye With This Lip Sleeping Mask

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Get firmer, juicier lips in just overnight with this lip sleeping mask. Richly nourishing with vitamin C, murumuru butter, and shea butter, this leave-on lip treatment gives your parched chapped lips with unbelievable hydration and replenishment.

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This Highlighter Stick Glides Like A Pro

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Show off your best features with this highlighter stick that is a must-have for anyone who is looking to add a luminous finish to their look. This stick simply glides across your cheeks and high points, bringing a pink-hued glow and subtle shimmer to all of your favorite looks.

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Soothe And Refresh Your Sensitive Skin With This Facial Mist

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Uncover the benefits of this spray: a mild and scent-free mist. Designed for sensitive skin, it cools and soothes irritation, which is great for both your face and body.

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A Gel Blush That Gives a Dewy, Natural Flush

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This buildable gel blush gives a subtle wash of color that you can easily build up for your ideal look. The addition of mulberry extract helps brighten, while elderberry extract combats the effects of environmental pollution.

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This Lipstick That Stays Put All Day

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You can always count on this lipstick to keep your look in place through all your summer fun. The high-impact color works to stay put through any activity.

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Treat Your Skin With This Body Lotion

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Indulge your senses in the sweet, cozy scent of the body lotion, which will bathe you in the fragrance notes of whipped vanilla, soft musk, and cozy caramel. Its non-greasy, light formula provides 24-hour moisture with soothing and protective care that never feels sticky.

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Glow With Saie Glowy Super Gel Lightweight Illuminator

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This lightweight luminizer is the multi-functional glowy product that every makeup routine needs. It can be paired with foundation as an illuminating primer or just be worn alone for a super dewy, glowy finish.

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This Primer That Will Give You Long-Lasting Looks

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Use this primer before your makeup routine to see how it helps your foundation and other products stick seamlessly to your skin. You’ll be amazed by its flawless, long-lasting power.

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This Gel Illuminator Is Also a Primer

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Who doesn't love a product that does double duty? This gel illuminator also serves as a primer, allowing you to get an already glowing base before you start adding foundation. It also works really well as a solo makeup product.

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Discover the Key To Smooth and Glowing Skin With This Acid Exfoliant

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Have the secret of bright, shining, and perfectly clear skin with this acid exfoliant. The formula consists of salicylic acid, an effective ingredient that reduces viscosity in pores, reduces the number of blemishes, and improves skin luminosity.

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This Primer Keeps Your Eyeshadows In Place

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Control shine and oil with this Elizabeth Mott primer. This product hides wrinkles and fine lines which helps to prevent creasing even when you've been wearing your makeup all day long.

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This Setting Powder Is a Hidden Gem

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Everyone knows that step one to achieving a flawless summer look is to invest in a quality setting powder. This powder can lock in your look, ensuring your favorite makeup creations stay in place for up to 16 hours from morning to night.

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Indulge in a Vibrant Aroma With This Body Mist

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Breathe in the invigorating aromas of this body mist. Experience the fragrance that combines jasmine and cool pink dragonfruit notes to captivate your senses subtly yet effectively with their delightful aroma.

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Elevate Your Look With This Lip Stain

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This lip stain offers a long-lasting lip solution. This is waterproof, resistant to smudges and transfers, and even mask-proof.

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Glam Effortlessly With This Vibrant Eyeshadow

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This very highly pigmented eyeshadow stick will transform your experience with eye makeup. Easily create a custom palette for more than 30 vibrant colors for any occasion — from subtle elegance to bold drama.

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Illuminate Your Skin With These Face Highlighters And Luminizers

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Treat yourself to a quick, natural glow with these face luminizers and highlighters. The liquid highlighter hydrates and illuminates the skin while giving it this amazing color tone that begs for more natural brightness.

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Achieve Youthful Radiance With This Face Serum

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Add a glow to your face and erase the visible lines of fine wrinkles using this face serum. It combines two types of pure hyaluronic acid with vitamin B5, hydrating the skin nicely as well as plumping it up.

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Unlock Your Radiant and Resilient Skin With This Face Moisturizer

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This is your new go-to daily hydrator for all skin types face moisturizer. This is fragrance-free with Ceramide-3, niacinamide, and glycerin with prebiotic thermal water to intensely hydrate and restore the skin's natural barrier.

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Refresh And Revive Your Tired Eyes With These Eye Patches

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Renew the under-eye area with these eye patches. The soothing eye patches take care of your puffy eyes, dark circles, fine lines, and wrinkles, refreshing the skin around your eyes and giving it a rejuvenated look.

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Glow While Protecting Your Skin With This Body Oil

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Savor the cool, light feel of this body oil with SPF 50. Rich in hydration from coconut water and high-energy brightening properties from niacinamide and pitanga extract.

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Achieve Instant Moisture and Rejuvenation With This Hydrating Serum

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The rejuvenating effects of this hydrating serum are truly undeniable. With a concentration of 96% snail secretion filtrate in its formula, it works wonders to rejuvenate and revive the appearance of your skin.

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Easily Achieve Flawless Skin With This CC Cream

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This CC cream offers full coverage foundation and a hydrating serum. It also provides SPF 50 sunscreen to help diminish the appearance of acne scars, crow's feet, wrinkles, redness, and dark circles.

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Achieve a Radiant Complexion With This Liquid Filter

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Experience the beauty breakthrough with this liquid filter. It’s a revolutionary blend of makeup and skincare that delivers a flawless and radiant complexion with a dewy finish.

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Get Soft And Radiant Lips With This Lip Oil

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Keep your lips hydrated with this lip oil throughout the day to keep them smooth and soft all day long. It comes in an applicator that ensures even coverage for a flawless application every time.

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Get All-Day Matte Perfection With This Concealer

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This multitasking concealer is a game changer. It not only hides flaws but also enhances and illuminates your skin with its silky finish.

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Revitalize Your Skin as You Sleep With This Retinol Serum

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Use this retinol serum overnight to revitalize your skin. It restores vital moisture to your skin, targets deep wrinkles, and offers you a smooth texture.

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Achieve Radiant And Protected Skin With This Face Sunscreen

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This face sunscreen with SPF 46 was developed with zinc oxide. It is oil-free and highly recommended by dermatologists.

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