When I get a sweet tooth I often think about cheesecake but refuse to pay $10.00 for a small slice at a local store. Nor, do I want to make a big regular cheesecake unless I have a crowd. Small batch is the way to go and this recipe gives me 5 nice slices – … Continue reading
Heavenly, best describes these delicious pecan pie bars. Easier to make than a pecan pie and you can get at least 24 servings which makes this dessert an ideal recipe for a crowd. These pecan pie bars are rich with the buttery crust and pecan laden filling so all you need is a small taste. … Continue reading
Blueberries are deliciously sweet right now and this loaf cake is a perfect way to show off this berry. The almond flour is nutty, adds moisture, tenderness and makes it denser. The lemon zest adds a concentrated lemon flavor without the acidity of the juice. I chose a lemon glaze from a different source (addition … Continue reading
I scream, you scream, we all scream for ice cream! It’s summer in Michigan and what better way to cool off when temperatures are in the 90’s than with a bowl of homemade ice cream. Chocolate and pistachios are a great combination – I mean chocolate does go with just about anything. This is also … Continue reading
I never tried the commercial version of this topping “Magic Shell” which hardens due to the change in temperature. When a warm sauce touches cold ice cream something magical happens where the oils solidify, trapping air and form a hard, crunchy coating. I have no scientific knowledge of this phenomenon but I figured artificial toppings … Continue reading
Are you looking for a dessert to serve after your Korean Baby Back Ribs dinner? Well, this is the cookie recipe for you. A 5-star rating on NYT Cooking from Eric Kim (author of Korean American) gave me the incentive to give it a go. Besides, gochujang is a favorite condiment that I usually add … Continue reading
This recipe has been in my “draft” file for some time and when I found another recipe to try from a fellow blogger, I decided to post both of them – so now I will have 3 “breakfast cookies” recipes. They are nutritional, healthy and each version is different. See Good Morning Sunshine Breakfast Cookies … Continue reading
I still had a package of mini graham cracker crusts (3-inches) and debated over a chocolate (non-bake) or a pumpkin pie (cooked). Since pumpkin pie was missing from my Thanksgiving dinner I decided to go with pumpkin. I like pumpkin pie no matter what the size. Mini desserts are convenient and perfect for groups or … Continue reading
I have already posted a few chia pudding recipes but this is the first for a chocolate one. This comes from the Food Network Kitchen. See Chia Seed Pudding Two Ways and also Raspberry and Greek Yogurt Chia Pudding. Very chocolatey with two types of chocolate but I had an issue with the texture – … Continue reading
It’s that time of the year to celebrate another milestone (no, I won’t tell you which one). Family is coming and I made these “kicked up” cookies to add to the festivities. Also, we are remembering three other birthdays; a nephew, niece and her hubby. In addition a nephew and his fiance brought these delicious … Continue reading