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5 Fandom Friday: Fandoms I LOVE But Didn't Think I Would

It's another 5 Fandom Friday post and this prompt is fun to brainstorm. Honestly, I'm pretty open to new shows, movies, and books. But there are a few things I was unsure about or hesitated a bit to before giving them a try.

1. YA books

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I'm clearly a huge Young Adult book fan. But I was pretty hesitant to start reading them initially. I found myself really into the 'Chick Lit' genre after college and devoured some really easy, light-hearted books. Then a friend kept recommending John Green books and I finally took the plunge and haven't looked back. It's easily my favourite book genre. I didn't realize that I could read some seriously interesting books that involved supernatural and fantasy aspects, mental illness, or growing up pains. 

2. South Park

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My brothers were always into South Park and I would watch the odd episode. I enjoyed them but I never saw myself sitting down with South Park boxsets and watching all the episodes. Well, it eventually happened and I'm happy it did. I'm a big fan of the show. I find it hilarious and I love the real world topics they cover

3. Cats


I was scared of cats growing up. My Nan had a cat that attacked me often and I had two cousins who found it hilarious to somehow get their cat to swat me. Then I moved out of my parents' and the idea of getting my own pet, one I could have in an apartment easily, excited me. In came Seymore. I had a few moments of, 'what the hell did I get myself into?'. Now, 8 years later, and I'm a full-fledged cat lady.

4. Supernatural

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I knew of the show and it peaked my interest a bit. But it was so far into the seasons that I just didn't have the time or energy to give to another TV show. Then I moved away and I had more free time on my hands. I gave Supernatural a shot and I'm still completely addicted and in love with the fandom. 

5. Doctor Who

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This was another TV show that I couldn't get away from. A friend watched the first season (of the newer seasons) and didn't have rave reviews for it so I just forgot about the show. I didn't think I'd be into a cheesy, sci-fi show. A couple of years went by and comic conventions had me dreaming of a TARDIS, which I knew nothing about but it was everywhere! I ended up changing my mind and decided to give the show a chance. I was hooked pretty quickly and I'm still binging the seasons. 

What fandoms are you into that you didn't think you'd like?

xo Jen

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Chocolate Salty Balls

I'm a pretty big fan of South Park and for the last year or so I keep saying that I need to make 'chocolate salty balls'. Even if you haven't seen many episodes of South Park, chances are you've heard Chef's (Isaac Hayes) popular song. Oh and it's definitely NSFW!!



When I tried searching online for a recipe to use or modify for Chef's Chocolate Salty Balls, I found nothing I liked. So I ended up making up my own version.

Chocolate Salty Balls

Chef's Chocolate Salty Balls


 1 box chocolate cake mix + cake mix ingredients: 
  • eggs
  • water
  • oil or unsweetened applesauce
1 tsp cinnamon
3/4 cup butter
5 cups icing sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
water 
semi-sweet chocolate chips
sea salt
 
Heat oven to 350 degrees.

Mix cake mix, all the cake mix ingredients (listed on cake mix box), and cinnamon together in a bowl using an electric beater. Pour into a greased 13 x 9 cake pan and bake in oven according to cake mix box.

Chocolate Salty Balls
Chef says to mix it with a wooden spoon, but I ended up using an electric mixer after this picture was taken.

Take cake out of the oven when it is done and let cool completely. Make buttercream frosting during this period. Mix butter, vanilla extract, icing sugar, and water (add by teaspoon) with an electric mixer until you reach your desired frosting consistency.

Chocolate Salty Balls

Crumble up chocolate cake in a bowl and add frosting to the cake mixture. Using a spoon and possibly your hands, mix the frosting and cake together. Using an ice cream scoop, scoop balls and put on a baking sheet covered in wax paper. Place the baking sheet in the freezer and let balls harden.

Chocolate Salty Balls

Melt chocolate chips in a double boiler (I put a small pot into a larger pot that has water in it). I attempted dipping the balls in the melted chocolate but they just fell apart. So instead I used a spoon to pour melted chocolate over frozen balls. Sprinkle sea salt on top and place balls in the refrigerator to harden the chocolate coating.

Chocolate Salty Balls
Chocolate Salty Balls

These turned out so incredibly sweet. I shared these with family, friends and co-workers and I heard nothing but compliments about these treats. But you cannot eat more than 1 or 2. It hurts your teeth. But the sea salt mixes very well with the sweet chocolate.

Looking back, I think my downfall for the balls was using homemade buttercream. It tastes amazing and to be honest, without the chocolate coating, the balls taste like a mashed up Oreo. I think if I used canned, store bought frosting, the balls would have hardened more.

If you're looking for a fun treat, give these a try!

xo Jen
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