28 Foods That Only Became Popular in the 2000s

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28 Foods That Only Became Popular in the 2000s1/28 Avocado Toast 6 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 20 min Servings 2 servings Get Our Recipe for Egg-Topped Avocado Toast From the Recipe Creator: We always have avocados on hand, so it’s easy to make this quick breakfast toast for my husband and me. It’s really tasty! —Kallee Krong-McCreery, Escondido, California Nutrition Facts: 1 open-faced sandwich: 313 calories, 21g fat (7g saturated fat), 211mg cholesterol, 492mg sodium, 18g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 5g fiber), 15g protein. 2/28 Unicorn Cake 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Unicorn Cake Recipe photo

This magical unicorn cake tastes as good as it looks

by Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour 25 min Servings 20 servings Get Our Recipe for Unicorn Cake From the Recipe Creator: This magical unicorn cake tastes as good as it looks. Baking in smaller pans creates impressive height, and a few simple decorating tricks turn it into a showstopping dessert. —Lauren Knoelke, Des Moines, Iowa Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 460 calories, 28g fat (17g saturated fat), 65mg cholesterol, 245mg sodium, 51g carbohydrate (38g sugars, 0 fiber), 4g protein. 3/28 Cold-Brew Coffee 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Cold Brew Coffee Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 10

min Servings 8 servings Get Our Recipe for Cold-Brew Coffee From the Recipe Creator: Cold brewing reduces the acidity of coffee, which enhances its natural sweetness and complex flavors. Even those who take hot coffee with sugar and cream might find themselves sipping cold brew plain. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 2 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 4mg sodium, 0 carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 0 protein. 4/28 Kale Chips 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 35 min Servings 4 servings Get Our Recipe for Old Bay Crispy Kale

These crunchy kale chips are delicious, super healthy and easy to make

Chips From the Recipe Creator: Here in East Hampton, NY, harvest time means big bunches of kale from local growers. These crunchy kale chips are delicious, super healthy and easy to make. I make them with seasoning to take the flavor up a notch. For extra zip, add a dash of cayenne pepper. —Luanne Asta, East Hampton, New York Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 101 calories, 7g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 202mg sodium, 8g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 2g fiber), 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 fat, 1 vegetable. 5/28 Macarons 5 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Cinnamon Roll Macarons Recipe photo

These macarons are a fall and winter staple for me

by Taste of Home Total Time 55 min Servings 5 dozen Get Our Recipe for Cinnamon Roll Macarons From the Recipe Creator: These macarons are a fall and winter staple for me. Inspired by the classic cinnamon roll, they are a delicious treat for a cold or snowy day. These pair well with a mug of tea, and you can enjoy them as a dessert or just a snack. Other fillings would work well with this too—including custard, mousse, ganache or another buttercream. —Elizabeth Ding, El Cerrito, California Nutrition Facts: 1 sandwich cookie: 60 calories, 3g fat (1g saturated fat),

3mg cholesterol, 15mg sodium, 9g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein

3mg cholesterol, 15mg sodium, 9g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein. 6/28 Burrito Bowls 2 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 4 servings Get Our Recipe for Butternut Squash Burrito Bowl From the Recipe Creator: This butternut squash burrito bowl is an easy-to-prep dinner that combines fresh ingredients with wholesome convenience foods. It comes together in just minutes and can be customized with everyone’s favorite toppings. —Patricia Kukuc, Clearwater, Florida Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 230 calories, 7g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 218mg sodium, 34g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 9g fiber),

8g protein

8g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 starch, 1-1/2 fat, 1 lean meat. 7/28 Gourmet Cupcakes 22 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 40 min Servings 2 dozen Get Our Recipe for Apple Pie Cupcakes with Cinnamon Buttercream From the Recipe Creator: These apple pie cupcakes are always a hit! They are so easy to make and the flavor just screams fall. Of course, they’re equally delicious any other time of year. —Jennifer Stowell, Deep River, Iowa Nutrition Facts: 1 cupcake: 300 calories, 15g fat (7g saturated fat), 48mg cholesterol, 221mg sodium, 41g carbohydrate (32g sugars, 1g fiber), 1g

9/28 Smoothie Bowls 4 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home

protein. 8/28 Ramen Sliders 4 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour 10 min Servings 10 servings Get Our Recipe for Ramen Sliders From the Recipe Creator: I grew up eating ramen and love it to this day. A fun spin on my favorite type of noodle soup, these sliders are topped with an egg and kimchi. —Julie Teramoto, Los Angeles, California Nutrition Facts: 1 slider: 137 calories, 8g fat (3g saturated fat), 65mg cholesterol, 185mg sodium, 6g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 10g protein. 9/28 Smoothie Bowls 4 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home

Total Time 5 min Servings 2 servings Get Our Recipe for Berry Smoothie Bowl From the Recipe Creator: If you love smoothies but sometimes want to linger over breakfast instead of sipping it on the go, then this Jamba-inspired smoothie bowl is your answer. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen Nutrition Facts: 1-1/2 cups: 155 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 2mg cholesterol, 54mg sodium, 35g carbohydrate (30g sugars, 2g fiber), 5g protein. 10/28 Gluten-Free Bread 25 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 50 min Servings 1 loaf (16 pieces) Get Our Recipe for Gluten-Free Sandwich Bread From

It’s moist and has no cardboard texture!

the Recipe Creator: In my quest to find an edible gluten free bread, this recipe emerged. It’s moist and has no cardboard texture! —Doris Kinney, Merrimack, New Hampshire Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 110 calories, 4g fat (0 saturated fat), 27mg cholesterol, 95mg sodium, 17g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 2g fiber), 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 starch, 1/2 fat. 11/28 Veggie Pizza Crusts 31 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 45 min Servings 6 servings Get Our Recipe for Zucchini Crust Pizza From the Recipe Creator: My mother-in-law shared the recipe for this unique pizza with me. It’s just

right for brunch, lunch or a light supper

right for brunch, lunch or a light supper. Loosen the nutritious zucchini crust from the pan with a metal spatula. —Ruth Denomme, Englehart, Ontario Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 188 calories, 10g fat (5g saturated fat), 30mg cholesterol, 514mg sodium, 12g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 1g fiber), 14g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 vegetable, 2 lean meat, 1/2 fat. 12/28 Cake Pops 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour 30 min Servings 4 dozen Get Our Recipe for Coconut-Rum Cake Pops From the Recipe Creator: Plan your own tropical escape with these surprisingly light-tasting pops. Angel food cake

is a nice change of pace

is a nice change of pace. Nutrition Facts: 1 cake pop: 188 calories, 8g fat (7g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 92mg sodium, 29g carbohydrate (25g sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein. 13/28 Breakfast Bowls 2 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 6 servings Get Our Recipe for Chorizo & Grits Breakfast Bowls From the Recipe Creator: While growing up, I bonded with my dad over chorizo and eggs. My fresh approach combines them with grits and black beans for this chorizo breakfast bowl. You can even add a spoonful of pico de gallo. —Jenn Tidwell,

Diabetic Exchanges: 3 medium-fat meat, 2 starch

Fair Oaks, California Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 344 calories, 14g fat (5g saturated fat), 239mg cholesterol, 636mg sodium, 30g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 4g fiber), 24g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 medium-fat meat, 2 starch. 14/28 Mini Doughnuts 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 35 min Servings 32 doughnuts Get Our Recipe for Mini Nutella Doughnuts From the Recipe Creator: You can make these bites in advance and refrigerate them before frying. Just be sure to bring the dough to room temperature before frying. —Renee Greene, Smithtown, New York Nutrition Facts: 1 doughnut: 99 calories, 6g fat (1g

saturated fat), 6mg cholesterol, 142mg sodium, 10g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 0 fiber), 2g protein. 15/28 General Tso’s Cauliflower 4 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 45 min Servings 4 servings Get Our Recipe for General Tso’s Cauliflower From the Recipe Creator: Cauliflower florets are deep-fried to a crispy golden brown, then coated in a sauce with just the right amount of kick. General Tso’s cauliflower is a fun alternative to the classic chicken dish.—Nick Iverson, Milwaukee, Wisconsin Nutrition Facts: 1 cup with 1 cup rice: 584 calories, 17g fat (2g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 1628mg sodium, 97g

carbohydrate (17g sugars, 5g fiber), 11g protein

carbohydrate (17g sugars, 5g fiber), 11g protein. 16/28 Mason Jar Meals Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 15 min Servings 4 servings Get Our Recipe for Pulled Pork Parfait From the Recipe Creator: I tried a version of this meaty parfait at Miller Park, the then-home of my favorite baseball team, the Milwaukee Brewers. I take it up a notch by adding layers of corn and creamy mac and cheese. It truly is a full barbecue meal you can take on the go. —Rachel Seis, Milwaukee, Wisconsin Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 349 calories, 8g fat (4g saturated fat),

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