#its a cookies n creme chocolate bar :)

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My boyfriend brought me a candy bar after work but I just woke up, and I have to wait about an hour after waking to eat (due to medication) and I'm just sitting here like frothing at the mouth shaking sweating trying so hard not to just rip that shit open

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white, milk or dark chocolate and elaborate

Yall boutta fight meeeee

I cannot STAAAND bitter shit in the slightest, I can barely stand dark chocolate bc the aftertaste kills me, IDC if I'm seen as childish I don't like that being near my mouth EVER

Milk Chocolate is a great medium between sweet and not too sweet. The aftertaste is amazing and I love damn near everything abt it, GODDDD I want some rn

But as I said, Milk Chocolate is a great medium between sweet and not sweet, and I'm a sweet tooth to the MAX I LOOOOOVE A good white chocolate bar whenever I can get one, whether its the cookies n creme Hershey or white chocolate KitKat, all the sugar is js exhilerating I js wanna scrape the residue from my mouth and eat THAT. I don't make a habit of eating it often bc its completely unhealthy compared to the other two but that once in a while trip to get some is some of the best trips ever🤤

Istg they need to make a purely white chocolate bar for us commoners I'm tired of it js being an add in with other stuff. Make a white chocolate crunch bar or a purely white chocolate Hershey with no cookies 🤤🤤🤤

Of course I still eat Milk chocolate the most by a mile

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White chocolate has flavor and deserves better.

Because the big reason many think of white chocolate mainly as 'white waxy stuff that ideally happens to other people,' especially in the US, is because the mainstream chocolate industry has essentially lied to us about what white chocolate is. For years.

Like okay, most likely in the US if you've had white chocolate on its own, you're thinking of a Hershey Cookies 'n' Creme bar.

I wrote 'creme' there, not 'cream' - that's not a typo, that's the real name. Because it contains no cocoa butter. As in, here are the ingredients:

Sugar

Vegetable Oil (Palm Oil, Shea Oil, Sunflower Oil, Palm Kernel Oil, Safflower Oil)

Skim Milk

Corn Syrup Solids

Enriched Wheat Flour (Flour, Niacin, Ferrous Sulfate, Thiamin Mononitrate, Riboflavin, Folic Acid)

Lactose

Contains 2% or Less of:

Cocoa Processed With Alkali

Whey

Lecithin

High Fructose Corn Syrup

Chocolate

Baking Soda

Salt

Natural Flavor

Artificial Flavor

PGPR

It can't even legally call itself white chocolate. It's a creme bar, or a 'white' bar, but not a white chocolate bar.

And it's not just Hershey. If you look around the fine print in grocery stores you'll see a lot of 'white' or 'creme' or 'candy' products, but not much in the way of 'white chocolate.'

In contrast, here are the ingredients for a bean to bar white chocolate bar, Pump Street 44% Hacienda Limon: cocoa butter, cane sugar, milk powder. And that 44% means it's 44% cocoa butter.

What's even more offensive is that cocoa butter, like the cocoa beans it's pressed from, has flavor. Sure it's mainly creamy, but it's like how quality butter from happy grass fed cows has more depth of flavor compared to the cheaper stuff. Which is why brands like Pump Street make single origin cocoa butters, because they can show off that flavor.

So yeah, if you can try bean to bar or craft white chocolate, please do? You might be pleasantly surprised.

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˚ * ˙ ⭒ ⊱ MUSE DETAILS .

◈　𝐀𝐧𝐢𝐦𝐚𝐥　 ⋯　Snow Leopard ◈　𝐅𝐥𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫　 ⋯　Lavandula ◈　𝐒𝐜𝐞𝐧𝐭　 ⋯　An exotic warm scent of Black Orchid with a soft sensual scent of Jasmine oil mixed with warm undertone sandalwood and amber. Only body wash she uses ever. ◈　𝐂𝐨𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐞　 ⋯　None, she hates coffee ◈　𝐓𝐞𝐚　 ⋯　Either warm or cold, spiced chai with a mixture of cool milk and dashed with cinnamon powder or a stick of cinnamon ◈　𝐃𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐤　 ⋯　Tends to drink different kind of fruit drinks, her favorite being orange juice or a type of fruit punch mix. ◈　𝐀𝐥𝐜𝐨𝐡𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐜 𝐛𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐠𝐞　 ⋯　Mulled Wine, mixed with hints of spice and cinnamon, dash of orange in red wine. Or Scotch Whisky, a smokey wood flavor, with a touch of sweetness and the slight fruity taste as well, plus the spices. ◈　𝐅𝐨𝐨𝐝　 ⋯　Must also have some kind of meat. Tends to lean into minced bolognese speghetti or a sirloin meat sandwich. ◈　𝐃𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐫𝐭　 ⋯　Red Velvet cupcakes, topped with vanilla creme icing and sprinkled with some cinnamon. ◈　𝐀𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐥𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐜𝐥𝐨𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠　 ⋯　Tends to wear button up shirts and pants, also with thigh high boots (low heels). ALWAYS wearing a holster with her pistol on her right side. Colors vary from white, black, blue, purple, or silver. NEVER Navy Blue anymore. ◈　𝐂𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐲　 ⋯　Chocolate covered strawberries, a hard exterior and sweet soft interior. ◈　𝐋𝐞𝐟𝐭 𝐨𝐫 𝐫𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭-𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐝　 ⋯　ambidextrous; but primarily left handed. ◈　𝐒𝐥𝐨𝐩𝐩𝐲 𝐨𝐫 𝐧𝐞𝐚𝐭 𝐰𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠　 ⋯　Neat yet slightly wild; a mix of proper penship taught from ehr former education but dashed with wild expressive movement to show her own personal choices. ◈　𝐂𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐧 𝐨𝐫 𝐦𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐲 𝐡𝐨𝐦𝐞　 ⋯　Clean house, but chaotic organization of her room. Tends to leave papers, folders, and books scattered around when she's busy but she always knows where everything is despite the mess. ◈　𝐌𝐨𝐫𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐨𝐫 𝐧𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭　 ⋯　Night, she is a snow leopard vastaya, who hunt at twilight and night, and sleep during the day. ◈　𝐓𝐚𝐬𝐤 𝐝𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐥𝐲 𝐨𝐫 𝐥𝐚𝐬𝐭 𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐮𝐭𝐞　 ⋯　Done when they are done; whether early or last minute all depends on the situation at hand. ◈　𝐋𝐨𝐯𝐞 𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐮𝐚𝐠𝐞　 ⋯　Of the five, Caitlyn primarily is physical touch with a secondary of quality time. However, she has a six love language with Vi that is unique only to themselves that no one understands. ◈　𝐁𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐯𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐥𝐨𝐯𝐞 𝐚𝐭 𝐟𝐢𝐫𝐬𝐭 𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭　 ⋯　No. caitlyn does not believe in fate or the idea of love at first sight. Love is hard earned and well kept, learning a person before you can fall in love.

◈　𝐀𝐧𝐢𝐦𝐚𝐥　 ⋯　Tiger ◈　𝐅𝐥𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫　 ⋯　Violeae ◈　𝐒𝐜𝐞𝐧𝐭　 ⋯　A natural smoky scent, with the touches of warm wood, earthy cedar and undertones of leather. ◈　𝐂𝐨𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐞　 ⋯　None, Vi doesn't like the bitterness of Coffee. ◈　𝐓𝐞𝐚　 ⋯　Sweet tea, often super sweet cold tea, or she tends to favor spice chai teas with some milk. ◈　𝐃𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐤　 ⋯　flavored water, typically orange or pineapple. Tends to lean to citrus flavors ◈　𝐀𝐥𝐜𝐨𝐡𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐜 𝐛𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐠𝐞　 ⋯　Brandy, tends to favor the ones that have notes of cinnamon, vanilla, a touch of citrus and warm to the taste ◈　𝐅𝐨𝐨𝐝　 ⋯　In Zaun, she tended to eat lots of fish or octopus (avoided teh 'special meat' she use to ahve to eat) but now she prefers thick steaks or meat sandwiches. ◈　𝐃𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐫𝐭　 ⋯　Cookies n' Cream ice cream or some triple chocolate cake topped with chocolate shavings. ◈　𝐀𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐥𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐜𝐥𝐨𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠　 ⋯　Leather jackets and baggy pants for easier movement and agility. Comfortable shirts (no sleeves unless absolutely nessecary). ◈　𝐂𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐲　 ⋯　Mint chocolate or silky milk chocolate bars ◈　𝐋𝐞𝐟𝐭 𝐨𝐫 𝐫𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭-𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐝　 ⋯　Left Handed ◈　𝐒𝐥𝐨𝐩𝐩𝐲 𝐨𝐫 𝐧𝐞𝐚𝐭 𝐰𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠　 ⋯　Its considered sloppy though still easily read, bold, slightly right slanted. She only knows how to write because Vander taught her to read and write. ◈　𝐂𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐧 𝐨𝐫 𝐦𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐲 𝐡𝐨𝐦𝐞　 ⋯　Vi tends to have a cluttered messy home, but easy to walk in. ◈　𝐌𝐨𝐫𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐨𝐫 𝐧𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭　 ⋯　Night, Tiger are twilight and night hunters and tend to rest during the day. ◈　𝐓𝐚𝐬𝐤 𝐝𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐥𝐲 𝐨𝐫 𝐥𝐚𝐬𝐭 𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐮𝐭𝐞　 ⋯　Task? what task? She just does whatever needs to be done when its ready to do. She tends to get easily distracted and jump from task to task. ◈　𝐋𝐨𝐯𝐞 𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐮𝐚𝐠𝐞　 ⋯　Physical touch as she is very touch starved, with a secondary language of acts of service. She has a sixth love language shared with Caitlyn that cannot be done with anyone else. ◈　𝐁𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐯𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐥𝐨𝐯𝐞 𝐚𝐭 𝐟𝐢𝐫𝐬𝐭 𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭　 ⋯　No. Vi has never believed in love at first sight and believes its a fairy tale told to the rich to make them feel all lovey dovey. Even her relationship with Caitlyn was not love at first sight and had to be developed with time.

❥ 𝐓𝐀𝐆𝐆𝐄𝐃 𝐁𝐘　 ⋯ 　@jynxd, @zaunseye, @shimmerbeasts, @blackrosesmatron, and @playgroundmonsters ❥ 𝐓𝐀𝐆𝐆𝐈𝐍𝐆　 ⋯　anyone who wants to. I think everyone I know has done this, so just steal it from me.

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Investing in Cookie ’N’ Creme Franchise

If anyone looking to invest in India’s leading premium brand, then Cookie ’N’ Creme is one of the best options for them

Introduction of Cookie N Creme!

It was in the year 2018 that the idea of creating a sweet revolution came about in the minds of Sudha & Abhishek Surana. When ideas are backed by a passion to create something meaningful for society, the outcome is beautiful and original — in this case, Cookie ’n’ Creme.

Cookie N Creme specialises in handmade gelatos, chocolates, and confectionaries with the finest of ingredients and proprietary recipes.

They import their ingredients from across the world for eg: vanilla beans from Madagascar, cocoa and couverture chocolates from Belgium, and the freshest and highest quality of berries from New Zealand.

They believe in using high-quality products so that the customers get high-quality icecreams to enjoy.

They currently have about 85 unique flavours of gelatos including a range of vegan and gluten-free options.

They have also developed a range of hand-crafted Belgian couverture chocolates available in bonbon and bar forms. They can customize their chocolates as well to your palette on order.

Their Mission!

THEIR MISSION AT COOKIE ’N’ CRÈME IS TO ENSURE THAT OUR CUSTOMERS HAVE GREAT EXPERIENCES THROUGH OUR CAREFUL AND RESPONSIBLE METHODS OF SOURCING, PRODUCING AND DISTRIBUTION CHANNELS. PLAINLY PUT, THEY LIKE TO KEEP IT REAL AND DO IT RIGHT.

Market Potential

The ice cream market is projected to continue its growth trajectory, driven by increasing consumer demand for premium and artisanal ice creams. According to recent market research, the global ice cream market is expected to reach $97.3 billion by 2027, growing at a CAGR of 5.2%. This growth presents a lucrative opportunity for investors in the ice cream franchise industry.

Targeted Areas:

Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh, J&K, Ladakh : 15 Sub-Franchise Outlet

Himachal Pradesh & Uttarakhand: 10 Sub-Franchise Outlet

Uttar Pradesh: 15 Sub-Franchise Outlet

Gujarat & Rajasthan: 15 Sub-Franchise Outlet

Madhya Pradesh & Chhattisgarh: 10 Sub-Franchise Outlet

Maharashtra (Excluding Mumbai): 15 Sub-Franchise Outlet

Mumbai: 15 Sub-Franchise Outlet

Andhra Pradesh & Telangana: 15 Sub-Franchise Outlet

Karnataka: 15 Sub-Franchise Outlet

Tamil Nadu & Kerala:15 Sub-Franchise Outlet

Odisha, Bihar & Jharkhand: 10 Sub-Franchise Outlet

West Bengal, Sikkim & North East: 10 Sub-Franchise Outlet

Why Invest in an Ice Cream Franchise?

1. High Demand

Ice cream is a universally loved treat enjoyed by people of all ages. Its demand remains consistent year-round, with a significant spike during the summer months. This steady demand ensures a continuous flow of customers.

2. Brand Recognition

Franchises like Cookie N Creme come with established brand recognition and customer loyalty. This reduces the marketing effort and helps attract customers more easily compared to starting a new brand from scratch.

3. Support and Training

Franchise owners benefit from comprehensive training and ongoing support from the franchisor. This includes assistance with store setup, staff training, marketing strategies, and operational guidance, making it easier for new entrepreneurs to succeed.

The Cookie ’N’ Creme Advantage

1. Unique Flavors

Cookie N Creme stands out with its innovative and unique ice cream flavors, which keep customers coming back for more. Their commitment to quality ingredients and creative recipes sets them apart in the crowded ice cream market.

2. Strong Brand Identity

With its catchy name and fun branding, Cookie N Creme has carved out a strong identity in the ice cream industry. This strong brand presence aids in attracting a loyal customer base and generating word-of-mouth referrals.

3. Community Engagement

Cookie N Creme franchises actively engage with their local communities through events, partnerships, and promotions. This community-focused approach not only boosts sales but also fosters a sense of loyalty among customers.

Franchise Requirements!

KIOSK

Area (Sq.Ft.): 100

Initial Investment (INR): 3,62,000

Franchise Fee (INR): 5,00,000

Inventory (INR): 100,000

Annual Sales (INR): 54,00,000

Annual Expenses (INR): 16,08,000

Gross Margins (%): 35–55%

Average ROI (%): 318%

Payback Period (Months): 14

Contract Period (Years): 5

CAFE

Area (Sq.Ft.): 300

Initial Investment (INR): 12,62,500

Franchise Fee (INR): 5,00,000

Inventory (INR): 200,000

Annual Sales (INR): 96,00,000

Annual Expenses (INR): 30,36,000

Gross Margins (%): 35–55%

Average ROI (%): 248%

Payback Period (Months): 18

Contract Period (Years): 5

Call To Action

If you are interested in investing in the “Cookie N Creme” franchise, you can contact FRANCHISE AVS through our official website www.franchiseavs.com, or email franchiseavs@gmail.com. you can also reach us by phone at 9205434226.

Conclusion

Investing in a Cookie N Creme franchise offers a delicious business opportunity with the potential for sweet returns. With its strong brand identity, unique flavors, and comprehensive support, Cookie ’N’ Creme provides a solid foundation for entrepreneurial success in the thriving ice cream market. Start your journey towards owning a successful ice cream franchise and indulge in the sweet rewards that come with it.

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Gloria Jean’s Coffees Menu With Prices

Gloria Jean’s Coffees menu with prices may slightly vary according to your nearest location. The menu of Gloria Jean’s Coffees is taken from Chicago, US. We have updated the prices of Gloria Jean’s Coffees menu from 1st March, 2023 onwards. For the accurate prices, you might have to look for the menu of your nearest Gloria Jean’s Coffees outlet from its official website, android app, or iOS app, or any other food delivery app. Gloria Jean’s Coffee menu with prices offers American classics, nitro, coffee over ice, European classics, mocha chillers, and smooth espresso chillers. You can also order eggs and sandwiches, wraps, salads, and much more alongside the coffee. A good coffee at the restaurant will cost you $4. But this information is not enough. Find the menu with prices, franchise details, contact information and nutritional information. Before you proceed with the menu check out the history. Gloria Jean’s Coffees is an American-Australian coffee chain. It was founded by Gloria Jean’s Kvetko in 1979 in a small town near Chicago. Till then, the brand has managed to open more than 1000 coffee stores.

Gloria Jean’s Coffees Menu With Prices

Gloria Jean’s Coffee menu includes a wide selection of coffee drinks that are ultimate chocolate, mint chocolate bomb, mocha truffle, caramel mocha, and many more. Their best-sellers are cinnamon flavored coffee, chocolate flavored coffee, vanilla flavored coffee, and nuts and caramels flavored coffee. Besides coffee and beverages, Gloria Jean’s menu also include turkey dishes, grilled cheese, pastries, cakes, cookies, muffins and many more items. You will relish the other food items offered on the Gloria Jean’s Coffees menu like eggs and sandwiches, wraps, salads, and much more. One of the biggest reasons why people love to visit Gloria Jean’s Coffee is that you can work with no disturbance and the atmosphere is very relaxing and calm. On top of that, the menu prices of Gloria Jean’s Coffee are reasonable when compared to other coffee brands and lie between $3 to $8. Get familiar with the detailed list of Gloria Jean’s menu prices. Apart from the menu prices, find the important links to order your favorite food online from Gloria Jean’s Coffees. Fresh Brewed Menu With Prices Brewed Coffee$ 1.99Red Eye$ 2.59Hot Teas $ 1.99Americano$ 2.59Cafe Au Lait$ 2.59 Also, check out the official Braums menu with prices. Hot Classics Menu With Prices Cafe Latte$ 3.39Cappuccino$ 3.39Chai Tea Latte$ 3.39Hot Chocolate$ 3.09Espresso$ 1.79 Specialty Hot Lattes Menu With Prices Tuxedo Mocha$ 3.99Caramel Latte$ 3.99Creme Brulee Latte$ 3.99Caramel Turtle Latte$ 3.99Cafe Mocha$ 3.99White Chocolate Mocha$ 3.99Matcha Creme Brulee$ 3.99Madagascar Vanilla Latte$ 3.99 Also, read the complete Burgerville menu with prices. Iced Classics Menu With Prices Iced Coffee$ 2.99Cold Brew$ 2.99Iced Americano$ 2.99Iced Teas$ 2.99Iced Tea Lemonade$ 3.09Iced Latte$ 3.89Iced Chai Latte$ 3.99 Iced latte Specialty Menu With Prices Iced Cappuccino$ 4.99Iced Creme Brulle$ 4.99Iced Matcha (Unsweetened)$ 4.99Iced Crazy Coconut Chai$ 4.99Iced Caramel Coconut Macadamia$ 4.99Iced Mocha$ 4.99White Chocolate Mocha$ 4.99 Also, check out the official Salt and Straw menu with prices. Fruit Chillers Or Smoothies Menu With Prices Mango$ 4.99Strawberry Banana$ 4.99Raspberry Coco Flow$ 4.99Hawaiian Punch$ 4.99 Espresso Chiller Bar (Blended Ice) Menu With Prices Creme Brulee$ 4.99Mocha Java Voltage (Extreme- Coffee)$ 4.99Mint Chocolate Bomb$ 4.99Chocolate Caramel Turtle$ 4.99Caramel Coconut Macadamia$ 4.99 Also, read the full Blake’s Lotaburger menu with prices. Cookie Chiller Bar (Blended Ice) Menu With Prices Cookies’ N Creme $ 4.99Cookie Crumble (No-Coffee)$ 4.99White Chocolate Caramel Cookie$ 4.99 Also, check out the updated Heine Brothers’ Coffee menu with prices. Specialty Chiller Bar (Blended Ice) Menu With Prices Red Velvet Cookie$ 4.99Pistachio Creme $ 4.99Madagascar Vanilla Caramel$ 4.99Matcha Creme Brulle $ 4.99Chocolate Caramel Avalanche (No-Coffee)$ 4.99 Also, read the official Cherry Berry menu with prices. Extras Menu With Prices Shot$ 1.00Extra Shot$ 1.00Alternative Milk$ 1.00 Also, read the complete Cold Stone Creamery menu with prices. Loaf Menu With Prices Marble$ 3.00 Also, check out the latest Farrell’s Ice Cream and Restaurant menu with prices. Muffins Menu With Prices Chocolate Chip$ 3.00Banana Nut $ 3.00Blueberry Crumb$ 3.00Cranberry Orange$ 3.00 Also, check out the complete Bakers Delight menu with prices.

How To Order Online From Gloria Jean’s Coffees ?

You can order food from Gloria Jean’s Coffees by referring to their official website, android app, or iOS app, or any other food delivery app. To order food from Gloria Jean’s Coffees online, you can also refer some of the leading food delivery service apps like Doordash, Grubhub, Seamless, Postmates, and UberEats. We have shared the detailed screenshots that shows how to order food online from Gloria Jean’s Coffees. Finding The Latest Gloria Jean’s Coffees Menu With Prices Of Your Nearest Location 1. Open the UberEats and place the order online from Gloria Jean’s Coffees.

2. Add the location of any nearest outlet of Gloria Jean’s Coffees.

3. Once you add the location, the complete menu will be displayed.

Gloria Jean’s Coffees Nutritional Information

Nutritional Informationgloriajeanscoffee.com/nutrition To check the nutritional information of the items present on the Gloria Jean’s Coffees, you can visit the link mentioned above.

Gloria Jean’s Coffees Franchising Details

Gloria Jean’s Coffee has more than 1,000 coffee cafe locations in 39 locations in all over the world including 460 in Australia and it has more than 900 employees in their franchise and if you want to buy their franchise it is their cost. Name Of FeePricesInitial Franchise Fee$ 7,500 – $ 15,000Real Estate (Rent And Security Deposit)$ 6,000 – $ 15,000Leasehold Improvements$ 60,000 – $ 215,000Equipment, Furniture And Fixtures$ 61,000 – $ 143,000Signage$ 5,000 – $ 20,000Professional Design Fees$ 5,000 – $ 10,000Point Of Sale System $ 3,800 – $ 10,000Initial Coffee Inventory$ 2,400 – $ 6,000Other Initial Inventory And Supplies$ 4,500 – $ 6,500Grand Opening Fee$ 5,000 Training Expenses$ 3,500 – $ 8,000Miscellaneous Opening Costs$ 5,000 – $ 12,500Additional Funds (3 Months)$ 10,000 – $ 30,000Estimated Total$ 178,700 – $ 496,000 Royalty Fee6% Of Gross Sales

Gloria Jean’s Coffees Contact Information

Gloria Jean’s Co-operative Office Address: Gloria Jean’s Gourmet Coffees 14071 Stage Rd., Santa Fe Springs, CA 90670 Gloria Jean’s Co-operative Office Phone Number: 1-877-320-JAVA Gloria Jean’s Co-operative Office Email: CustomerService@gloriajeans.com

Important Links 

Official Websitegloriajeans.com/Menugloriajeans.com/pages/our-menusAboutgloriajeans.com/pages/about-1

Social Media Handles

Facebook: facebook.com/GloriaJeansCoffee Twitter: twitter.com/gloriajeanscoffee Instagram: instagram.com/gloriajeanscoffee

Frequently Asked Questions Related To Gloria Jean’s Coffee

What coffee beans does Gloria Jean’s use? Gloria Jean’s Coffees source their own 100% Arabica coffee beans instead of exporting from anywhere else. What is Gloria Jeans known for? Gloria Jean’s Coffees is known for their best coffee flavors. Great coffee has been the driving passion for Gloria Jean’s Coffees since 1979. What is the best Gloria Jeans drink? Some of the most highly recommended coffees offered at the Gloria Jean’s Coffees are the sugar cookie latte, mudslide whole bean, and Irish crème.  Does Gloria Jeans have milk alternatives? Gloria Jean’s Coffees have an option to change the milk into soymilk to make your cup vegan ready. Image CreditsEconomictimes Zomato Commercialrealestate Read the full article

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Iranian trying Easter candy : HERSHEYS COOKIES N CREAM EASTER EGG and CHOCOLATE CREME EASTER EGG

As I get older and years go by im becoming more and more interested in trying all the Easter chocolate egg treats I can get my hands on !!! I usually go for the shelled mini eggs but this year Hershey caught my attention by its large cream filled eggs. More specifically the Hershey's Cookies N Creme filled Easter eggs and the Hershey's Chocolate Creme filled Easter egg.  Im a huge fan of the Hershey's Cookies N Creme bar and I had never seen the Hersheys Cookies N Creme Easter egg before. Im pretty sure both Hersheys eggs are brand new this year. I was super EGGSITED ( EXCITED ) to try both easter eggs .

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55 Healthy Gluten Free Dessert Recipes for the Holidays

New blog post! Now that Thanksgiving has passed, it's socially acceptable to fully embrace alll the holiday spirit...and all the holiday food. That's why I'm ringing in December with a round-up of 55 delicious and healthy gluten free dessert recipes for the holidays! These gluten free desserts certainly aren't "health food" but I scoured the blogosphere for gluten free desserts that have slightly healthier twists, like hidden veggies, mostly whole-food ingredients or lower amounts of sugar. Plus, this round-up includes plenty of keto, paleo, vegan, low carb, dairy free and egg free dessert options...so whatever your dietary needs or desires this holiday season, you can still find a yummy gluten free holiday recipe to celebrate with!

And if you do decide to leave out one of these 55 gluten free holiday desserts for Santa instead of your usual sugar cookies, I'm sure he wouldn't complain...

1. Pumpkin Spice Cream Danish (Keto, Refined Sugar Free) - Keen For Keto

This gluten free danish features mozzarella as one of its surprise ingredients, and is not only keto but also refined sugar free.

2. No-Bake Chocolate Covered Tahini Gingerbread Bars (Vegan, Refined Sugar Free Option) - Moon and Spoon and Yum

You won't believe how decadent nuts, dates and coconut flour can really be!

3. "Mr. Grinch" Berry Banana Bread (Vegan, Oil Free, Refined Sugar Free) - Casey the College Celiac

This super dense, thick and (dare I say) fudgy vegan banana bread is loaded with spinach (for a festive green color!), raspberries and classic Christmas spices like cinnamon and vanilla.

4. Oatmeal Cookies with Chocolate Chips (Vegan, Oil Free) - Nutriciously 

You'll be amazed how delicious gluten free oats, vegan chocolate, peanut butter and a lil' lemon juice can taste together.

5.  Dark Chocolate Hummus (Dairy Free) - Really Are You Serious

Chickpeas just got a sweet and chocolatey makeover.

6. Mock Apple Pie Filling (Keto) - Two Sleevers

It's hard to believe, but this gluten free apple pie recipe actually uses eggplant instead of apples. And according to the recipe's reviews, the swap is pretty dang convincing!

7. Healthy Almond Joy Bars (Vegan) - Crowded Kitchen 

Who needs store-bought candy when you can make your own gluten free and vegan chocolate instead?

8. Carrot Cake Raw Balls (Vegan, Refined Sugar Free) - Simply Healthy Vegan

Use gluten free oat flour and nuts to whip up these snack-sized versions of carrot cake.

9. Almond Thumbprint Cookies - Debra Klein 

Homemade cranberry chia jam take these gluten free Christmas cookies to the next level.

10. Pumpkin Pie with Nut-Free Crust (Paleo, Refined Sugar Free, Dairy Free, Grain Free) - Paleo Gluten Free Guy

You don't need any refined sugar or grains to make a gluten free pumpkin pie that everyone will enjoy.

11. Chocolate Mousse (Paleo) - Cook At Home Mom

This paleo dessert is as vibrant as it is delicious thanks to ingredients like sweet potato and pomegranate seeds.

12. Carrot Cake Cupcakes (Keto) - The Flying Couponer 

These keto cupcakes are moist, tender, and prove that adding some sneaky veggies into your Christmas desserts can create super tasty results. 

13. Healthy Apple Crisp - Hot Pan Kitchen

This gluten free apple crisp features almond meal in its crumble to boost the dessert's fiber and protein.

14. Lemon Mug Cake for One (Grain Free, Keto and Dairy Free Options) - The Helpful GF

This gluten free mug cake is not only sugar free, but it's also high in protein.

15. Secret-Ingredient Chocolate Avocado Truffles with a Kick (Keto, Paleo, & Vegan) - Whole New Mom

Looking for food Christmas gifts? These paleo truffles would make anyone smile.

16. Easy Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Cookies - Natural Deets

This gluten free cookie recipe is given a healthy twist with the addition of banana for some natural sweetening.

17. Dessert Salty Chocolate Pecan Bark (Low Carb, Keto) - Healthy with Jamie

This gluten free holiday dessert only requires three ingredients and you can mix and match different nuts and seeds to make this the bark of your dreams. ;)

18. Christmas Cheesecake (Low Carb) - The Gluten Free Option

This festively-colored cheesecake uses freshly ground almonds to make its cheesecake crus.

19. Sweet Potato Brownies (Vegan) - My Pure Plants

While these brownies certainly aren't superfoods, the sweet potato used in the gluten free brownies and frosting adds Vitamin A and antioxidants.

20. Pecan Pie Bars (Paleo, Egg Free, Refined Sugar Free) - Allergy Free Alaska

If you're craving pecan pie, but want a slightly higher option, these gluten free pecan pie bars should land high up on your to-do list.

21. Fruit Cake (Paleo) - A Sweet Alternative

This is one fruit cake that people will actually want to dig into! Instead of candied fruit, this gluten free dessert features raisins and dates, and also features paleo-friendly ingredients like coconut flour.

22. Chewy Pumpkin Popcorn Balls (Vegan, Refined Sugar Free Option) - Casey the College Celiac

These chewy pumpkin popcorn balls are easy to make and even easier to eat! Plus, they're made with healthy ingredients like banana, dates, coconut flour, popcorn and fall spices.

23. French Silk Pie (Keto, Vegetarian, Refined Sugar Free) - Low Carb Spark

An oreo-like pie crust that's also gluten free, keto and keto? Sold.

24. Easy Almond Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies (Paleo) - Cook, Eat Paleo

These cookies don't have any flour, refined sugar or butter, but they still hit the spot when you're craving a chocolate chip cookie.

25. Creme Brulee (Keto, Sugar Free) - Whole Lotta Yum

This keto dessert recipe only calls for five ingredients, and you'd never guess this treat is sugar free.

26. Quick Key Lime Pie Icebox Cake (Keto-Friendly, Low Carb) - Appetite For Energy

If you need a low carb dessert for the holidays and are on a time crunch, you'll love that you can whip up this icebox cake in just 30 minutes. 

27. Bhapa Doi (or Creamy Yogurt) in an Instant Pot or Oven - Indian Ambrosia

If you're craving cheesecake but want something a little less decadent, this Greek yogurt dessert with strawberry topping is a delicious alternative.

28. Cinnamon Sweet Potato Breakfast Cookies (Vegan, Paleo) - Any Reason Vegan

You only need three ingredients for these gluten free cookies, and they'll be sure to win over sweet potato lovers.

29. Tahini Halva Cake (Keto, Vegan) - Mind, Body and Spirit Wellbeing 

If you've never tried tahini in a dessert, this gluten free cake recipe is your sign to change that ASAP.

30. 5 Minute Quick Blend Banana & Avocado Chocolate Mousse Pudding (Paleo) - Recipe This

When those late-night chocolate cravings hit, this quick gluten free dessert is the perfect secret weapon.

31. Chocolate Hazelnut Cake (Grain Free) - And Here We Are

This gluten free chocolate cake recipe is grain free, and it can easily be made sugar free depending on what sugar and chocolate you use.

32. No Bake Gingerbread Cheesecake Truffles (Low Fat) - Fresh, Fit N Healthy

These no bake truffles are low in sugar, and high in protein, fiber and flavor.

33. Cinnamon & Raisin Almond Flour Cookies (Grain Free, Paleo, Refined Sugar Free) - Emma Eats and Explores

If you need a healthy gluten free Christmas cookie recipe, this one just might do the trick! I loooove cinnamon and raisins, so this sounds like a delicious treat to me.

34. Best Raspberry Lemon Tart (Dairy Free) - Welcome to the One Perfect

This gluten free pastry is actually made from two simple ingredients - nuts and dates - and the filling is equally simple and scrumptious.

35. No-Bake Molasses Cookies (Vegan, Paleo) - Evolving Table

If these paleo Christmas don't have you drooling, I don't know what will.

36. Pumpkin Brownies (Vegan, Refined Sugar Free, Oil Free, Nut Free Option) - Rhian's Recipes 

If you like fudgy brownies, you're sure to loooove these healthy brownies, which are higher in protein and fiber than your typical dessert.

37. Peppermint Bark (Vegan) - Pink Fortitude

This vegan bark dessert is easy to make and only calls for five simple ingredients.

38. Dye-Free Coconut Rainbow Cookies (Vegan, Refined Sugar Free) - Casey the College Celiac

If you want a Christmas dessert that can also double as a fun craft for kids, you'll love these gluten free cookies, which are dyed with superfoods like turmeric and spirulina!

39. Fudge (Vegan, Paleo) - Texanerin

This homemade fudge only requires six ingredients, is a bit higher in protein than the traditional version thanks to the addition of almond butter, is can easily be made paleo.

40. Apple Pie With Crumb Topping (Dairy Free, Vegan) - Healthy Taste of Life

With a pie crust made from oat flour, cassava flour, sorghum flour and flax seed flour, this ain't your mama's apple pie. But it is still very delicious.

41. Chocolate Crunch Bars (Vegan) - Served From Scratch

I personally love a lil' crunch with my chocolate, so this vegan chocolate recipe is my kind of holiday treat!

42. Instant Pot Arroz con Dulce, or Puerto Rican Rice Pudding (Dairy Free) - Beyond Mere Sustenance 

Who says rice can't be transformed into a festive and delicious dessert?

43. The Ultimate Flourless Chocolate Chilli Cookies (Vegan) - The Fiery Vegetarian 

This gluten free chocolate cookie recipe is full of surprising ingredients like chickpeas and balsamic vinegar, so if you want to shake up your usual holiday baking, this is a delicious place to start.

44. Sweet Potato Pudding (Vegan, Oil Free) - Delightful Adventures

Warm, fall-inspired spices and a few other simple ingredients take mashed sweet potato to the next level.

45. Healthy Black Bean Brownies (Sugar Free) - In The Kids Kitchen

You won't believe how black beans can transform into a soft, super chocolatey gluten free brownie.

46. Mini Purple Cheesecakes (Vegan, Raw) - Vegan Doll House

Add a pop of purple to your holiday parties by bringing these adorable purple cheesecakes. Plus, they feature mostly whole-food ingredients like almond flours and cashews.

47. Better Than Reese's Healthy Peanut Butter Cup (Vegan Option) - Radial Strength

This gluten free chocolate recipe only calls for four ingredients and you can whip them up in as little as 10 minutes! Chocolate and peanut butter heaaaaven.

48. Paleo "Sugar" Cookies (Grain Free, Egg Free, Dairy Free, Refined Sugar Free) - Titus 2 Homemaker

These aren't your mama's sugar cookies, but they're still a delicious alternative if you're on a gluten free or paleo diet during the holidays.

49. Delicata Squash Coconut Flour Brownies (Paleo, Refined Sugar Free) - Fearless Dining

If you keep the hidden veggie in this paleo brownie a secret, no one will be able to guess!

50. No Bake Protein Balls with Rosehips (Vegan) - Simply Beyond Herbs

These gluten free protein balls taste like dessert but are packed with protein, antioxidants and fiber.

51. Chaffles Recipe Five Ways (Keto) - Wholesome Yum 

Ever heard of chaffles? Apparently, they're a kind of keto waffle made mostly from egg and cheese...and you can even make sweet versions like cinnamon sugar and pumpkin. Mind. Blown!

52. Mini Cheesecakes with Raspberry Sauce (Keto, Low Carb) - Keto Cooking Christian 

Raspberries give this keto cheesecake a pop of color and make it perfect for the holidays.

53. Pistachio And Pomegranate Frozen Yogurt Bark (Low Carb) - Recipes From a Pantry

You only need four simple ingredients to turn frozen yogurt into a healthy but addictive frozen treat.

54. Spirulina Chocolate (Keto, Sugar Free) - Primal Edge Health

Chocolate that is also packed with hidden superfoods? What could be better?

55. Strawberry Coconut Crisp (Dairy Free) - Maple and Mango

This gluten free crisp recipe is vibrant and a bit healthier thanks to ingredients like strawberries, almond flour and chopped nuts.

Reminder: Some Places to Find Gluten Free, Celiac-Safe Nuts and Seeds

As you've probably noticed, a lot of these gluten free recipes feature nuts and seeds. Make sure yours are gluten free and non-cross-contaminated. (Same with any oats you use!) Some of my favorite brands to buy gluten free nuts and seeds from are Nuts.com and Anthony's Goods (I usually order the latter on Amazon). I'm also an ambassador for Foods Alive, which offer a variety of delicious seeds and nuts, from hemp seeds to walnuts. Some of my favorites are their organic sunflower seeds and organic pumpkin seeds.  

And just a hint, but celiac-safe baking ingredients are always my kind of gluten free Christmas gifts... ;) 

Happy Holidays!

Whatever holidays you're celebrating in the next month, I hope that it's full of good memories, fun times with friends and family and some delicious gluten free food. And if you need even more ideas for gluten free holiday recipes, check out my previous round-ups: 41 Gluten Free Party Food Recipes for the Holidays and 33 Gluten Free Christmas Cookie Recipes For the Holidays. Which of these gluten free desserts sound the most drool-worthy to you? Tell me in the comments! via Blogger https://ift.tt/37Yq2vA

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Generated ice cream flavors: now it’s my turn

Last week, I featured new ice cream flavors generated by Ms. Johnson’s coding classes at Kealing Middle School in Austin, Texas. Their flavors were good - much better than mine, in fact. In part, this was because they had collected a much larger dataset than I had, and in part this was because they hadn’t accidentally mixed the dataset with metal bands.

(the three at the bottom were mine)

But not only are Ms. Johnson’s coding class adept with textgenrnn, they’re also generous - and they kindly gave me their dataset of 1,600 ice cream flavors. They wanted to see what I would come up with.

So, I fired up char-rnn, a neural network framework I’ve used for a lot of my text-generating experiments - one that starts from scratch each time, with no memory of its previous dataset. There was no chance of getting metal band names in my ice cream this time.

But even so, I ended up with some rather edgy-sounding flavors. There was a flavor in the input dataset called Death by Chocolate, and I blame blood oranges for some of the rest, but “nose” was nowhere in the input, candied or otherwise. Nor was “turd”, for that matter. Ice cream places are getting edgy these days, but not THAT edgy.

Bloodie Chunk Death Bean Goat Cookie Peanut Bat Bubblegum Cheesecake Rawe Blueberry Fist Candied Nose Creme die Mucki Ant Cone Apple Pistachio  mouth Chocolate Moose Mange Dime Oil Live Cookie Bubblegum Chocolate Basil Aspresso Lime Pig Beet Bats Blood Sundae Elterfhawe Monkey But Kaharon Chocolate Mouse Gun Gu Creamie Turd

Not all the flavors were awful, though. The neural network actually did a decent job of coming up with trendy-sounding ice cream flavors. I haven’t seen these before, but I wouldn’t be entirely surprised if I did someday.

Smoked Butter Lemon-Oreo Bourbon Oil Strawberry Churro Roasted Beet Pecans Cherry Chai Grazed Oil Green Tea Coconut Root Beet Peaches Malted Black Madnesss Chocolate With Ginger Lime and Oreo Pumpkin Pomegranate Chocolate Bar Smoked Cocoa Nibe Carrot Beer Red Honey Candied Butter Lime Cardamom Potato Chocolate Roasted Praline Cheddar Swirl Toasted Basil Burnt Basil Beet Bourbon Black Corn Chocolate Oreo Oil + Toffee Milky Ginger Chocolate Peppercorn Cookies & Oreo Caramel Chocolate Toasted Strawberry Mountain Fig n Strawberry Twist Chocolate Chocolate Chocolate Chocolate Road Chocolate Peanut Chocolate Chocolate Chocolate  Japanese Cookies n'Cream with Roasted Strawberry Coconut

These next flavors seem unlikely, however.

Mann Beans Cherry Law Rhubarb Cram Spocky Parstita Green Tea Cogbat Cheesecake With Bear Peanut Butter Cookies nut Butter Brece Toasterbrain Blueberry Rose The Gone Butter Fish Fleek Red Vanill Mounds of Jay Roasted Monster Dream Sweet Chocolate Mouse Cookies nutur Coconut Chocolate Fish Froggtow Tie Pond Cookies naw Mocoa Pistachoopie Garl And Cookie Doug Burble With Berry Cake Peachy Bunch Kissionfruit Bearhounds Gropky Pum Stuck Brownie Vanilla Salted Blueberry Bumpa Thyme Mountain Bluckled Bananas Lemon-Blueberry Almernuts Gone Cream with Rap Chocolate Cocoa Named Honey

For the heck of it, I also used textgenrnn to generate some more ice creams mixed with metal bands, this time on purpose. 

Swirl of Hell Person Cream Dead Cherry Tear Nightham Toffee

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S'mores Variety Kits : smores kit

S’mores Variety Kits : smores kit

A standard S’mores kit contains graham crackers, chocolate and marshmallows but the Hershey’s S’mores Variety Kit goes above and beyond by providing a sampling of different chocolate bars from its different brands. The kit contains a Reese’s bar, a Hershey’s Creamy Milk Chocolate Bar and a Hershey’s Cookies ‘N’ Creme bar, plus other essentials like a bag of marshmallows and three packs of golden…

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me: FUCK WHITE CHOCOLATE its the scUM of the sweets industry and should be destroyed for the crimes it has committed against humanity by being so FUKCING GROSS

also me when i see a hershey’s cookies n creme bar:

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ill only eat white hchocolate if its like. part of smth (for isntance, cookies n creme hersheys bars)

just like cheese

white chocolate is the cheese of chocolates

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1-whatever your age is

I’m 26 so this is going to be long lmao so its going under a cut

1) do you have a crush on anyone?

yes, on my gf

2) what’s your favorite candy?

something with chocolate, probably twix or cookies n creme hershey bars or something

3) favorite love song?

at the moment probably ours by taylor swift

4) what was your first kiss like?

magical tbh but also cold because it was in january lol

5) what was your last kiss like?

kinda sad and tender because we were saying goodbye 

6) sexual/romantic orientation?

lesbian!

7) do you prefer poems or love letters?

it’s hard to say, haley writes both so i win either way. if it is in general though i would say love letters

8) favorite fanfic trope?

arranged/fake marriage probably

9) have you ever been in love?

yes, and still am

10) favorite milkshake flavor?

vanilla bc i’m vanilla

11) dinner dates or brunch dates?

brunch probably bc i love making breakfast for her

12) favorite flowers?

tulips or daffodils or sunflowers probably

13) favorite perfume/cologne?

haley is currently using a bath and body works one called black dress or something that i am loving. i also like magic in the air by them

14) favorite candle scent?

i like vanilla ones or musky ones

15) what’s your ideal first date?

i mean, i don’t plan on having anymore, but coffee or a wine bar i guess

16) favorite love story?

i have no clue, sorry

17) what’s the most attractive thing a person could wear?

a barely buttoned button up

18) chocolate, vanilla, or red velvet?

usually vanilla, but i do love a good chocolate cake

19) snow, rain, or sun?

sun atm because i miss it

20) sweetest romantic memory?

hm overall i would say probably when haley wrote a freaking love poem for me, its what finally prompted me to tell her i love her even though i had known for awhile. more recently it would probably be cuddling by the fireplace at her parent’s house at christmas while we wearing matching pjs

21) favorite dating sim (and favorite character)?

if these means the literal sims game i’ve never played, otherwise idk what this is talking about

22) fictional crushes?

HMMM there has probably been a few but a recent one is alexis rose

23) what’s your dream wedding like?

pretty small and simple, probably in a garden or vineyard or something

24) what makes you blush?

a lot of things, but usually being put on the spot does it

25) do you believe in love at first sight?

not really, however i do believe in seeing the potential for love at first sight. like meeting someone and thinking “i could love them”

26) do you believe in soulmates?

again not really, there are probably a lot of people who you could potentially love

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Coconut Oil Is Key to These 18 Dessert Recipes

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At a recent stop on my book tour, someone asked if I had any "pet" ingredients that the average baker may not have on hand. In the heat of the moment, all I could think of was malted milk powder, what I call the "umami bomb" of dessert. As handy as malted milk powder can be when it comes to layering a toasty/malty flavor into desserts, the secret workhorse of my kitchen is undoubtedly coconut oil.

Like any oil, it's a pure fat, but what sets coconut oil apart is that it's solid but creamy at room temperature (well, when "room temperature" falls between 70°F and 74°F). That means it behaves more like butter or shortening in baked goods, creaming up light and fluffy when beaten with sugar.

Coconut oil melts quickly on the tongue due to a melting point well below body temperature, so it doesn't feel greasy like shortening or cold butter. Refined coconut oils like LouAna or Nutiva are absolutely neutral, with no taste or aroma whatsoever, while virgin coconut oil can have flavor that ranges from mild to intense depending on the brand (Coco Vita is my favorite when it comes to coconuttiness).

These properties allow coconut oil to wear a number of hats in the kitchen, functioning like shortening in snickerdoodles, like fry oil with doughnuts, like butter in scones, like liquid oil in banana bread. While this is by no means a complete list of desserts where coconut oil comes in handy, these recipes go a long way in demonstrating the scope of its utility.

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Oil's a common ingredient in quick breads, but switching from liquid oils such as canola to solid coconut oil gives my banana bread a lingering richness that's hard to beat. To use coconut oil as a replacement for liquid oil in other quick breads, all you have to do is melt it down. As the coconut oil cools, you may notice the batter is thicker than usual, but this won't cause any ill effects (in fact, it will encourage the quick bread to crown in the oven, a rather beautiful touch).

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Because refined coconut oil is odorless, flavorless, and solid at room temperature, with a shelf-life of more than a year, it's the perfect foundation for homemade brownie mix. Keep a jar on the shelf, and when you're ready to bake simply add eggs, water, and vanilla. The results are as chewy as any store bought brownie, and just as glossy, but with the deep, complex flavor of top notch Dutch cocoa and dark chocolate.

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Thanks to its neutral flavor, refined coconut oil makes a fantastic replacement for butter in recipes, as in this recipe for lemon blueberry scones. By taming down the toasty, brown butter flavor scones usually develop as they bake, coconut oil puts the spotlight on the the bright flavor of fresh fruit while producing a scone that's even more rich and tender.

Coconut oil has a slightly lower melting point than butter, so when using it as a replacement in your favorite recipes, it may help to refrigerate the dough after shaping it into a wheel. Once it firms up, slice and bake as directed.

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As in fresh fruit scones, coconut oil limits browning in rolled sugar cookies. Not only does this keep the cookies pale—snowflakes stay snowy white—but coconut oil enriches the cookies and extends their shelf life beyond those made from butter alone.

Of course, sugar cookies should taste like butter, so I use a roughly 50/50 blend for the best of both worlds. Trading a bit of butter for coconut oil is a great way to help your favorite cookies last a little longer, which is especially useful for shipping holiday care packages.

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Refined coconut oil is an essential ingredient in these homemade Wheat Thins, where its neutral flavor lets the taste of whole grains and barley malt really shine—these distinctive little crackers brown too deeply when made with butter, giving them a dark and nutty sort of character.

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If you never make doughnuts because you're turned off by that notorious fried food smell, frying with refined coconut oil's gonna rock your world. Compared to most liquid fry oils, refined coconut oil contains fewer volatile organic compounds, giving it a cleaner aroma and flavor. When I fried up these DIY Donettes in our tiny office last year, no one even realized I was in the kitchen.

Aside from giving you the ability to stealth-fry at home, refined coconut oil returns to its solid state at room temperature, which gives fried foods a lighter, crisper texture once they cool, so fried foods taste less greasy, whether you're making fish and chips or cannoli. While the same could be said of any solid fat, alternatives like lard and palm oil can be difficult to source in bulk for many folks, whereas refined coconut oil can be purchased by the gallon from warehouse clubs like Costco and Sam's, or online (by the gallon, Nutiva coconut oil is just 14 cents per ounce).

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Due to its size and density, pound cake takes ages to bake, so adding a bit of refined coconut oil can help keep it from drying out after a long stint in the oven; better yet, the added fat from coconut oil improves the shelf life of the finished product as well. Coconut oil's a key player in my own sour cream pound cake, but it's a trick you can make use of in your own favorite recipes. Next time you make a pound cake, try replacing 25% of the butter with coconut oil for an extra dose of richness.

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Copycat recipes are a great place to make use of refined coconut oil, where its richness and neutral flavor help baked goods better mimic their store bought counterparts. Beyond that, refined coconut oil is a great tool for developing vegan variations of your favorite commercial snacks, such as chocolate digestive biscuits. Even my Homemade Oreos can be veganized on the fly with an equal weight of coconut oil in place of butter.

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I love refined coconut oil for its neutrality for the most part, but the flavor and aroma of virgin coconut oil can be used to strategic effect. My coconut layer cake and creamy coconut frosting are based on my vanilla butter cake and Swiss buttercream, with virgin coconut oil standing in for a portion of the butter (among other tweaks). Aside from lending its signature flavor, coconut oil improves the shelf life of the frosted cake with its added richness.

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As in my lemon blueberry scones, coconut oil's neutral flavor keeps the lemon flavor of my ginger lemon creme filling bright and fresh. Since coconut oil is solid at room temperature and free from water, it also keeps the powdered sugar filling thick and sturdy so it doesn't go squishing out with every bite. If you'd like to take advantage of that fact with your own favorite sandwich cookies, try using refined coconut oil instead of butter in the filling (or virgin coconut oil if you'd like to add a hint of flavor).

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Since refined coconut oil melts at a relatively low temperature, about 75°F, it's the perfect foundation for making creamy, spreadable speculoos cookie butter at home. Blended with a thick paste made from dissolved cookie crumbs, it makes a fun alternative to peanut butter in no-bake applications.

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Refined coconut oil is the key to our shelf-stable pancake mix, which can sit on the shelf for months on end. Because the oil is added up front, the mix itself couldn't be easier; when you're ready for breakfast, the batter is ready to go as soon as you stir in a splash of milk and an egg.

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In this recipe, coconut oil stands in for 50% of the butter in what amounts to a basic sugar cookie dough. That cuts back on the toasty brown butter notes that cookies develop as they bake, giving the finished product a clean vanilla flavor that contrasts beautifully with the bold, bitter flavor of crumbled Oreos (whether store bought or homemade) for a cookies and cream-themed cookie.

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Like butter, coconut oil can be creamed with sugar until fluffy and light, so it's my go-to choice for vegan-izing chocolate chip cookies. To make up for refined coconut oil's lack of flavor, I spike the dough with dry malt extract to evoke the same nutty, toasted notes that butter develops as it browns in a traditional dough. So while these chocolate chip cookies may be vegan, they sure don't taste like it.

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On its own, pure chocolate seems waxy when frozen because eating ice cream or gelato will chill our tongues down, making it difficult for the chocolate to warm and melt. As a result, long after the ice cream has melted away, the chocolate itself will linger in our mouths as a cold, unmelting lump. These problems disappear with a spoonful of refined coconut oil, a flavorless, odorless addition that lowers the chocolate's melting point, for stracciatella gelato with crisp and snappy chips that melt-in-your-mouth.

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As with the chocolate shards in stracciatella, refined coconut oil gives the outer shell of homemade Klondike Bars a satisfying snap. To keep that coating whisper thin and delicate, the ratio of coconut oil is bumped all the way to 50% of the chocolate by weight. That proportion creates a chocolate coating that's runny and thin while warm, making the ice cream bars easy to dip, and beautifully glossy once set.

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To help the freeze-dried strawberry and crispy rice coating stick, these berries 'n cream ice cream bars are dipped in white chocolate cut with refined coconut oil. As with our homemade Klondike bars, coconut oil serves to keep the white chocolate shell snappy and thin, so as not to detract from the crispy, colorful, and fruity outer layer of an old-fashioned strawberry shortcake bar.

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A little coconut oil helps enrich our banana granola while keeping it crisp and dry. Use refined coconut oil for a neutral flavor, or let the flavor and aroma of virgin coconut oil elevate banana's tropical vibe.

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Yogurtland, 468 N Lone Hill Ave, San Dimas, CA 91773

Fro-yo girl here. This Yogurtland is in a strip mall across from Costco. It opened in 2014 and the interior looked well-maintained and clean. I checked the Yogurtland flavor finder a few times and this location doesn’t seem to update its flavor selection. The service wasn’t friendly but it wasn’t hostile either – it was indifferent. Sample cups were not offered but were given when I asked.

While they used to carry 16 self-serve froyo flavors a day, the new drinks reduce the number of froyo/soft serve offerings by two. The drinks, cold brew frappe and vanilla milkshake, are self-serve and you can add all the toppings you want for $2.99. The toppings counter was clean and included fruit purees, condensed milk, chocolate shell, fresh fruit, cheesecake, cookie dough, brownies, candies, popping boba, sprinkles, nuts, cookies, mochi, etc. I’m currently loving the peanut butter chips and Hershey’s Cookies N Creme snack mix (available for a limited time). At 47 cents an ounce, it’s cheaper than most YL locations that I’ve been to in the area (average YL price is currently 49 cents an ounce).

Flavors of the day:

Vanilla milkshake (drink)

Cold brew frappe (drink)

Chocolate toffee bar made with Heath: good, creamy, mellow toffee flavor combined with smooth chocolate

Pina colada

Fresh strawberry

Cheesecake

Cookies & cream: nice, mild, not too chocolatey, creamy

Peanut butter cup made w/ Reese’s PB cups: It’s a nice balance between chocolate and pb, creamy, not crazy sweet

Raspberry white chocolate

Birthday cupcake batter

Chocolate ice cream

Vanilla ice cream: sweeter, richer, mild

Rocket pop sorbet

Pecans & praline

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Nutritionists Rank America’s Favorite Candy Bars

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Sure, fancy chocolate is great and dark chocolate contains beneficial minerals and antioxidants, but there’s something so wonderfully nostalgic about a drugstore candy bar.

There’s nothing wrong with occasionally enjoying a treat just because it’s sweet. Even registered dietitians agree. Meredith Price, founder of Priceless Nutrition & Wellness, told HuffPost, “I am a self-proclaimed chocoholic and absolutely believe there is room in a healthy diet for chocolate and other sweets. I’d prefer to choose healthier options like dark chocolate. However, if someone enjoys a Snickers bar every now and then, that is 100 percent OK.”

Price added that the important thing is to focus on incorporating beneficial foods into your diet (fruits, vegetables, whole grains, etc.) rather than getting caught up in which foods to limit.

But back to chocolate: Do the peanuts in a Snickers bar somewhat make up for the 25 grams of added sugar (a whopping 50 percent of your recommended daily value)? Do the almonds and coconut in an Almond Joy offer significant nutritional value? Is there a “healthier” candy bar that stands above the rest of America’s favorites?

We asked three nutritionists to rank the nation’s most popular candy bars (according to retail sales data from IRI, a Chicago-based market research firm) from healthiest to least healthy. They each came up with their own drastically different guidelines.

These were the 10 top-selling candy bars in the U.S. last year (in the category of chocolate candy box/bag/bar less than 3.5 ounces):

Snickers

Hershey’s Milk Chocolate Bar

Kit Kat

Twix

3 Musketeers

Hershey’s Cookies ‘n’ Creme

Reese’s Sticks

Almond Joy

Milky Way

Hershey’s Gold

Meredith Price’s Ranking

Snickers

Price ranked the candy bars based on saturated fat and sugar content, and those with trans fats automatically went to the bottom of her list.

She noted that calories weren’t a consideration as the bars all fell within the same range (210 to 250 calories). But trans fats, or partially hydrogenated oils, were a red flag. Trans fats “should be completely avoided in the diet due to their ability to increase risk of heart disease,” she said.

“To choose the healthiest candy bar, you want one with the least amount of sugar and saturated fat and absolutely no trans fats,” Price said. “If you were to choose any candy bar [including those not on this list], the best option is to go for a dark chocolate version as they tend to have less sugar and even some beneficial properties like antioxidants and trace minerals.”

Price’s ranking (with links to the nutrition facts for each bar):

Snickers, the “healthiest” option, has the lowest amount of saturated fat (23 percent) in the group, according to Price. “It is a bit higher in sugar than most of the others,” she added. “Therefore, if you’re enjoying a Snickers bar, try to have this be your one sweet treat of the day.”

Twix came in second for its moderate saturated fat (30 percent) and sugar (22 grams) content.

The bottom three bars on Price’s list all have trans fats, which outweighed the fact that Reese’s Sticks have the lowest sugar content (18 grams) of the bunch. The worst of the lot, 3 Musketeers, has both trans fats and the highest amount of sugar (36 grams). “That’s a whopping 9 teaspoons of sugar in one candy bar, which is higher than the American Heart Association’s upper recommendation of daily sugar intake,” Price said.

Natalie Rizzo’s Ranking

Hershey’s

Rizzo, a registered dietitian and author of The No-Brainer Nutrition Guide for Every Runner, looked for recognizable ingredients.

While she didn’t consider any of the candy bars to be healthy, she said she favored those with “some sort of healthy ingredients, like nuts or chocolate, as the first ingredients on the list.” Among bars with similar ingredients, the one with less sugar won out, and candy bars containing unrecognizable ingredients went to the bottom of the list.

On the group as a whole, Rizzo said, “They are all an indulgence to have once in a while. I suggest opting for the one that satisfies your sweet tooth, since they all have very similar nutrition facts.”

Rizzo’s ranking:

Hershey’s Milk Chocolate Bar

Reese’s Sticks

Snickers

Twix

Milky Way

3 Musketeers

Almond Joy

Kit Kat

Hershey’s Gold

Hershey’s Cookies ‘n’ Creme

Her top pick, Hershey’s Milk Chocolate Bar, “has the most pure ingredients, made from just milk chocolate without many additives.” Reese’s Sticks, which were at the bottom of Price’s ranking because of trans fats, top Rizzo’s list because milk chocolate and peanuts lead their ingredients. Rizzo also pointed out that Reese’s Sticks have less sugar than the others and 4 grams of protein.

The other Hershey’s bars didn’t fare as well in her ranking, with the Gold and Cookies ‘n’ Creme bars coming in at the bottom of the list. Rizzo described Hershey’s Gold as a “sugar-forward bar made with other additives like vegetable oil” and its “only redeeming quality” being the peanuts. Sugar is also the first ingredient in Hershey’s Cookies ‘n’ Creme, and Rizzo noted that she didn’t recognize most of the other ingredients.

Jonathan Valdez’s Ranking

Reese’s

Valdez, owner of Genki Nutrition and media spokesperson for the New York State Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, took note of serving size, saturated fat, trans fat, sodium and calories.

“If there is more than 20 percent of your daily value of these nutrients per serving, that raises a flag in terms of health impacts,” Valdez said. “It is also important to look at the fiber, protein and mineral content.”

Valdez’s ranking:

Reese’s Sticks

Kit Kat

Hershey’s Cookies ‘n’ Creme

Hershey’s Gold

Almond Joy

Hershey’s Milk Chocolate Bar

3 Musketeers

Milky Way

Snickers

Twix

He put Reese’s Sticks at the top of his list in part because, “compared to the other bars, this has the lowest amount of saturated fat,” Valdez said. Kit Kat, in second place, has “higher traces of vitamin D, iron, calcium and potassium” compared to Reese’s Sticks and a relatively lower fat content compared to the others.

Snickers just avoided the last slot because it has less saturated fat than Twix, which Valdez deemed “the worst candy of the choices.”

The lack of consensus among the three experts, who valiantly scraped to find redeeming nutritional qualities, indicates that there isn’t a truly healthy option here. But then you already knew that about candy bars.

“Everything in moderation,” Valdez said. “Ultimately, if it doesn’t exceed your caloric needs, it will not lead to weight gain. [But] eat too much of these treats, and they can replace other nutritional foods such as fruits, dairy and lean proteins.”

In short, if you choose to indulge, you could just pick the one you like best.

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