Category Archives: Desserts & Snacks

Classic coconut macaroons

Homemade macaroons are wonderful. This classic macaroon is made with sweetened condensed milk, unsweetened coconut, and egg whites. Pin It

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Caramels—simple ingredients, oh so tricky, yet oh so good

Last year during the Christmas season I set about to make caramels for gift-giving, seeking a recipe that used honey […]

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Rosemary roasted almonds

This recipe reflects my quest for the perfect rosemary almond recipe. Years ago at a tapas bar I had rosemary […]

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Tamari-roasted almonds

The tamari almonds you find in the bulk section at natural food stores are wonderful, salty, and addictive. However, they’re […]

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Almond flour pumpkin bars with browned butter frosting

Who doesn’t love a rich, frosted pumpkin bar? This gluten-free, grain-free recipe is adapted from a recipe from my sister-in-law, […]

Oatmeal-chocolate chip cookies (with gluten-free adaptation)

Oatmeal cookies are wonderful comfort food, but for me, please leave out the raisins and bring on the chocolate chips […]

Almond flour snickerdoodles (gluten-free)

Snickerdoodles are a great go-to cookie. They’re delicious, simple to make, freeze well, and all in all, they make a […]

Classic snickerdoodles, but lower in fat and sugar

Why are snickerdoodles so good even though the ingredients are so basic and straightforward? Coated with cinnamon-sugar and with a […]

Old fashioned gingerbread—ultimate comfort food

Childhood memories of warm whipped cream-topped gingerbread put me in search of a recipe for moist, soft cake with a […]

White tea sorbet recipe

Sweetened white tea makes a wonderful, light, and sophisticated frozen dessert. Use Republic of Tea Emperors White Tea, or any […]

Mocha granita recipe

How about freezing your coffee  for a light, elegant and unusual dessert? This sparkly mocha granita has coffee, chocolate, and […]

Sorbet recipe pairs grapefruit with summer mint

One of the great benefits of summer is using your garden herbs and produce. Mint is a wonderful addition to […]