Ethan Chen

Ethan Chen
Ethan Chen
Grab-and-Go Snacks & Easy Breakfasts

Ethan Chen, snack and breakfast author – energy bites, smoothies, dips and make-ahead breakfasts.

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Ethan Chen's recipes start from a simple question: what do you reach for when you are hungry at 10 a.m. or 4 p.m.? His answers include peanut butter protein balls, berry overnight oats, iced coconut coffee, a creamy mango smoothie and a warm turmeric golden milk. Most of his work sits in Snacks, with a smaller group of morning recipes in Breakfast.

His style is short and flexible. Many recipes take five to thirty minutes, use ingredients from an ordinary pantry and can be made ahead, so a single batch of bites or a jar of oats covers several days. You will also find savory options, such as air fried jalapeños, a goat cheese and fig appetizer and a quick high-protein grilled chicken for lunch boxes, plus the occasional dessert and dinner.

Steps are written plainly, and portions are kept small and easy to scale, so you can make one serving or a full tray. Browse his recipes to build a rotation of snacks and breakfasts that fits into a busy week.

Latest recipes:

Velvety Immersion Blender Applesauce

Immersion Blender Applesauce

4.00 (3 Ratings)

Ready in 35 minutes, this Immersion Blender Applesauce is smooth and spiced. Our step-by-step cooking process makes this a fast, no peel applesauce recipe.

Food Processor Applesauce

Applesauce in 30 Minutes

4.50 (6 Ratings)

Ready in 30 minutes, this Applesauce is tailored and natural. This guide includes the best kitchen tools for achieving a customized consistency.

Coconut Golden Milk Recipe with Turmeric

Coconut Golden Milk Recipe

Ready in 15 minutes, this Coconut Golden Milk Recipe is a cozy treat. It includes an ingredient role table to ensure a rich, creamy result every time.

Iced Coconut Coffee: Creamy Copycat

Iced Coconut Coffee

4.00 (2 Ratings)

A rich and creamy treat, this Iced Coconut Coffee is a refreshing pick-me-up. Learn why this combo works and get the full recipe for your morning.

Creamy Coconut Chia Pudding

Coconut Chia Pudding Meal Prep

4.33 (3 Ratings)

Many chia puddings feel like eating wet seeds. This Coconut Chia Pudding uses canned coconut milk for a custard-like feel and includes a method comparison.

Goat Cheese Fig Appetizer with Toasted Pecans

Goat Cheese Fig Appetizer

5.00 (3 Ratings)

This recipe includes a detailed ingredient swap table. A Goat Cheese Fig Appetizer is the ideal choice for guests who love tangy and sweet snacks.

High Protein Jalapeno Poppers with Greek Yogurt

Jalapeno Poppers with Greek Yogurt

5.00 (3 Ratings)

Jalapeno Poppers packed with lean protein. This guide includes a substitute table for the cream cheese base. Ready in 35 minutes for your next party.

Crispy Healthy Baked Jalapeno Poppers

Healthy Baked Jalapeno Poppers

4.33 (6 Ratings)

Zesty and creamy Healthy Baked Jalapeno Poppers. This guide includes a helpful ingredient role table for easy swaps. Ideal for your next party platter.

Crispy Air Fried Jalapeño Slices

Air Fried Jalapeños

4.50 (2 Ratings)

Air Fried Jalapenos made salty and crunchy. Try this Keto Air Fryer Jalapeno Slices recipe for Crispy Jalapeno Chips. Budget swap table included. 25 min total.

Bacon Wrapped Air Fryer Jalapeno Poppers

Air Fryer Jalapeno Poppers

4.50 (2 Ratings)

These Air Fryer Jalapeno Poppers are a hit. Try this bacon wrapped jalapeno poppers air fryer method with our temperature chart. Ready in 20 minutes.

Indian Stuffed Jalapeno Peppers: Samosa Style

Stuffed Jalapeno Peppers

5.00 (1 Rating)

Stuffed Jalapeno Peppers with a savory samosa filling. Try these Indian stuffed jalapeno peppers today. Includes a budget swap table. Ready in 30 minutes.

Crispy Samosa Jalapeno Poppers

Samosa Jalapeno Poppers

4.50 (2 Ratings)

Samosa Jalapeno Poppers blend Indian spices with a spicy kick. Try this Samosa stuffed jalapeno poppers recipe with our budget swap table. Ready in 40 min.

Crispy Spicy Indian Mirchi Vada

Crispy Mirchi Vada

4.33 (3 Ratings)

Enjoy this Mirchi Vada, a classic Spicy Indian Mirchi Vada Recipe with tangy potato. Use our serving size calculator for guests. Ready in 40 minutes.

Sauteed Stuffed Jalapenos with Italian Sausage

Sauteed Stuffed Jalapenos

4.50 (2 Ratings)

Sauteed Stuffed Jalapenos offer a rich, savory bite. This sausage stuffed jalapeños recipe includes a budget swap table. Ready in 30 minutes for guests.

Sweet and Spicy Pickled Jalapenos

Pickled Jalapenos for 16 Servings

4.33 (6 Ratings)

Pickled Jalapenos with a zesty bite. This Candied Jalapeños Recipe makes sweet and spicy pickled jalapenos. Use our budget swap table. Ready in 24 hours.

Crispy Canned Jalapeno Peppers

Canned Jalapeno Peppers for 7 Pints

4.50 (2 Ratings)

Canned Jalapeno Peppers stay crisp with this canning pickled jalapenos recipe. Use our budget swap table for Canned Jalapeno Slices. Ready in 40 minutes.

Crunchy Pickled Jalapeno Slices

Pickled Jalapeno Slices for Meal Prep

4.20 (5 Ratings)

Pickled Jalapeno Slices with a sharp snap. These crunchy pickled jalapeños are ideal for small batch pickled jalapenos. Budget swap table included. 10 min prep.

Candied Jalapeno Peppers: Cowboy Candy

Candied Jalapeno Peppers

4.33 (6 Ratings)

Candied Jalapeno Peppers balance heat and sweetness. This easy cowboy candy recipe is made on the stovetop. Use our budget swap table. Ready in 40 minutes.

Crunchy Pickled Jalapenos

Pickled Jalapenos for 1 Pint Jar

4.17 (6 Ratings)

Pickled Jalapenos made simple with this homemade pickled jalapenos recipe. These crunchy pickled jalapeños include a serving size calculator. Ready in 2 hours.