Almond Supreme Cookies are a splurge meant for the holidays. Packed with almond paste and almond flour, chewy almond goodness awaits you after crunching through the almond coating. Do you like baking with almond flour? Because you will after tasting these cookies. Usually I hesitate to make recipes that call for almond flour alone, because it is more expensive than other flours. But some recipes … Continue reading Almond Supreme Cookies {Grain Free}
Elegant striped parfaits make a festive holiday dessert that is gluten-free, dairy-free, and paleo-friendly–but no one can tell by looking! Cranberries colour the red layer, and coconut milk in the white panna cotta layers adds creamy richness. And the taste is perfectly sweet, thanks to a medley of fruit, a touch of coconut sugar, and pure honey. These parfaits are the ultimate make-ahead dessert. That means less stress … Continue reading Cranberry Pineapple Panna Cotta Parfaits
Holiday baking season is upon us, and easy recipes come in very handy when I am called to bring a plate of cookies somewhere. Last week I made some cookie brittle using hot chocolate mix and decorated it with colorful candy coated chocolate bits. Though I usually skip baking with food colouring, I could not resist their charms this time. My kids beg for coloured … Continue reading Hot Chocolate Cookie Brittle {Gluten Free Option}
When I saw this super idea at Hidden Ponies to make marshmallows pops with melted chocolate and assorted toppings, I knew we had to try it with bananas. Because I’m just not that into corn syrup. As much as we like sprinkles, to avoid artificial colours this time, I rummaged through my cupboards and the refrigerator and found a healthier array of coatings–pretzels, pomegranate fruit, … Continue reading Chocolate Dipped Banana Pop Bar
When the air turns from crisp to chilly, and a light blanket of snow has begun to appear, I know autumn is ending. The ideal time for me to enjoy a mug of hot spiced cider has arrived. And since I have a large jug of apple cider handy, why not use some to make waffles as well? We enjoyed our apple cider waffles for brunch, with … Continue reading Cinnamon Glazed Apple Cider Waffles
Creamy coconut milk pairs with pumpkin and warm spices to create a gloriously rich ice cream that might even eclipse a slice of pie. And it only needs five ingredients! Clean eating that tastes this good makes me even happier to celebrate and “indulge.” Gathering with friends and family to enjoy some amazing pumpkin ice cream seems like a great way to spend November (or … Continue reading Pumpkin Spice Ice Cream {Dairy-Free, Paleo}
Swirls and Spice 