Kim Beaulieu

Kim Beaulieu

Chocolate Fanatic

Hello, I'm Kim. I am the writer, recipe developer and photographer behind the blogs Cravings of a Lunatic and Kiss My Smoke. I’m snarky, sassy and seriously obsessed with all things chocolate. All the better if the chocolate is combined with pistachios, or turned into wild "turtles" inspired recipes. I hope to entertain you while I teach you how to cover the world in chocolate. My philosophy in life is "I crave it, I make it, I eat it". I crave chocolate daily!

Kim's Recent Posts

Gingerbread Hot Chocolate

Gingerbread Hot Chocolate

Kim Beaulieu
Kim Beaulieu
Cravings of a Lunatic
Winter
Gingerbread hot chocolate is the best around! This recipe has three secret ingredients that make it so. Curl up by the fire and sip this all day long.
Oreo Bark

Oreo Bark

Kim Beaulieu
Kim Beaulieu
Cravings of a Lunatic
White Chocolate
Oreo Bark uses only two ingredients and is incredibly quick and easy to make. I highly suggest double-batching this one. People go crazy for it!
Peanut Butter Chocolate Banana Bread

Peanut Butter Chocolate Banana Bread

Kim Beaulieu
Kim Beaulieu
Cravings of a Lunatic
Peanut Butter
This peanut butter chocolate banana bread is made with Reese’s peanut butter chocolate spread and a whole lotta deliciousness. It’s a pound cake worthy of the name.
Nutella Muddy Buddies

Nutella Muddy Buddies

Kim Beaulieu
Kim Beaulieu
Cravings of a Lunatic
Cereal
Nutella muddy buddies, a.k.a Nutella “puppy chow”, is sure to be a hit with kids and adults alike. Make a double batch because this stuff is addictive!
Homemade Hot Cocoa Mix

Homemade Hot Cocoa Mix

Kim Beaulieu
Kim Beaulieu
Cravings of a Lunatic
Homemade Gifts
Homemade hot cocoa mix is the perfect easy recipe for anyone that loves chocolate. Make a big batch to give your sweetheart!
Nutella Popcorn

Nutella Popcorn

Kim Beaulieu
Kim Beaulieu
Cravings of a Lunatic
Popcorn
Nutella popcorn is coated with chocolate and Nutella candy coating, then dried in the oven for a nice, crunchy popcorn that will keep you coming back for more! There’s nothing like a big bowl of popcorn while watching movies or the big game.
Nutella Hot Chocolate

Nutella Hot Chocolate

Kim Beaulieu
Kim Beaulieu
Cravings of a Lunatic
Drinks
This Nutella hot chocolate recipe is a real crowd pleaser. Whip up a batch on a cold day and curl up the fireplace with a good book. Sip your way to your happy place!
Chocolate Chip Cookie Pizza

Chocolate Chip Cookie Pizza

Kim Beaulieu
Kim Beaulieu
Cravings of a Lunatic
Pizza
This chocolate chip cookie pizza is made epic with Nutella ganache. This is perfect party food, we’ve gotta tell you.
Nutella Pop Tarts

Nutella Pop Tarts

Kim Beaulieu
Kim Beaulieu
Cravings of a Lunatic
Pastry
Nutella pop tarts will have everyone super excited for breakfast this weekend. Because Nutella. Pop. Tarts.
How to Temper Chocolate

How to Temper Chocolate

Kim Beaulieu
Kim Beaulieu
Cravings of a Lunatic
Simmered
Learn how to temper chocolate with our easy directions. You’ll use it for everything!
Chocolate Crunch Bites

Chocolate Crunch Bites

Kim Beaulieu
Kim Beaulieu
Cravings of a Lunatic
Rice
Chocolate Crunch Bites satisfy your sweet tooth without needing to turn on the oven. Perfection!
S'mores Brownies

S'mores Brownies

Kim Beaulieu
Kim Beaulieu
Cravings of a Lunatic
Marshmallows
S'mores brownies are exactly how you end summer with a bang. Just look at 'em!
Chocolate Fruit & Nut Clusters

Chocolate Fruit & Nut Clusters

Kim Beaulieu
Kim Beaulieu
Cravings of a Lunatic
Fruit
Chocolate fruit & nut clusters filled with dried cherries, pistachios and coconut. Super fast to make, and even quicker to disappear.
Popeye's Chicken

Popeye's Chicken

Kim Beaulieu
Kim Beaulieu
Cravings of a Lunatic
Copycat
Popeye's chicken you can make at home! That spicy, crunchy fried chicken is just a few minutes away.
Chocolate Caramel Hot Cross Buns

Chocolate Caramel Hot Cross Buns

Kim Beaulieu
Kim Beaulieu
Cravings of a Lunatic
Caramel
Chocolate caramel hot cross buns hide a little secret - they're filled with caramel too. All the little bunnies you know will adore them!
M&M Brownies

M&M Brownies

Kim Beaulieu
Kim Beaulieu
Cravings of a Lunatic
Candy
M&M Brownies made adorable with festive Easter M&Ms. These are a treat every bunny will love!
Chocolate Marshmallow Bars

Chocolate Marshmallow Bars

Kim Beaulieu
Kim Beaulieu
Cravings of a Lunatic
Bar Desserts
Chocolate marshmallow bars are homemade candy bars for the true marshmallow lover. Skip the nuts, because who needs 'em?
Brownie Batter Cheesecake Dip

Brownie Batter Cheesecake Dip

Kim Beaulieu
Kim Beaulieu
Cravings of a Lunatic
Dips
Brownie batter cheesecake dip is as decadent as it sounds. Dig in with your favorite pretzels for a sweet and savory treat!
Red Velvet Fudge

Red Velvet Fudge

Kim Beaulieu
Kim Beaulieu
Cravings of a Lunatic
Red Velvet
Red velvet fudge to make your valentine squee. Aren't they beautiful little bites of bliss?!
Pistachio Chocolate Chip Cookies

Pistachio Chocolate Chip Cookies

Kim Beaulieu
Kim Beaulieu
Cravings of a Lunatic
Chocolate
Pistachio chocolate chip cookies are a simple treat everyone can love. Those bright green nuts are full of flavor and pair so beautifully with chocolate!