Recipes

The holidays in 2020. What does that even look like? Did all of your holiday parties turn into virtual Zoom parties, too? Enter 2020 and the virtual holiday party! If so, you’ll need a fun way to still be able to celebrate with all of your favorite people. Have you ever been in a Zoom …

This pumpkin spice cheesecake is rich and super creamy. It’s packed full of pumpkin spice flavor! The crust is made with crushed gingersnap cookies which pair really well with the pumpkin spice and fall flavors we all know and love. Disclaimer: There are affiliate links within this post and within the recipe. What Is In …

Oatmeal and smoothies together equal pure bliss. I make these smoothies for a quick breakfast in the morning and sip it on my drive into work in my super cool travel cup. What type of fruit to use In terms of the type of fruit used, I used all the berries. This recipe can be …

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Pumpkin Spice Pecan Bread, I can’t get enough of it. This recipe is made with good for your ingredients. This recipe is also dairy-free, unless you slather it with butter once sliced. It’s versatile, eat it with coffee as a dessert or alongside your breakfast. Pumpkin Spice Bread is my jam, you guys! This recipe …

This Sweet Potato Custard is crustless so it is naturally gluten-free. The whipped cream is homemade and the best-whipped cream I’ve ever tasted! This recipe is naturally gluten-free as it is just full of sweet potato goodness and no crust. Mix all of the ingredients together, bake at 350 degrees, cool and pipe some homemade …

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Whether you’re gluten-free or gluten-friendly, these Double Chocolate Brownies will not disappoint! These gluten-free double chocolate brownies are double the chocolate punch with cocoa powder and semi-sweet chocolate chips.  Yes, I said cocoa powder and chocolate chips! Don’t you love it when there are whole chocolate chips in a brownie recipe? They get a little …

If you’re looking for a healthier cupcake recipe that still delivers on flavor and texture, this acorn squash cupcake recipe is it! It uses alternative ingredients, such as coconut oil and coconut sugar, in place of processed oils and granulated white sugar. Acorn squash is the unsung hero of fall. It’s such a shame that …

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These Spiced Gluten Free Pancakes were the first thing I made with the Gluten Free All Purpose Flour Mix I shared last week. I had some issues and had to dive deep into recipe development. The recipe below comes after multiple tries so please enjoy on a Sunday morning with your gluten-free pals. I really …

Disclosure: OXO sent me a package of their products in exchange for this recipe and blog post. All opinions are 100% my own. This post contains affiliate links. I will make a small commission if you make a purchase through one of these links, at no extra cost to you. Chocolate and peanut butter is …

There is still a small window of time left of summer. Enjoy these Blueberry Sage Hand Pies before that window closes and the fresh blueberries disappear! I know you guys, it is mid-September already and I am jumping back and forth between summer berries and pumpkin. We can get back to the pumpkin pancakes and …

Whole Grain Pie Dough… No cardboard texture issues here!  Lately, I am finding myself eating a lot more. I’m stressed. I guess I can now classify myself as not only a person who eats because they are bored but as a stress-eater.  Because of this and my love for flaky pie crust and gooey brownies,  I …

These Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Pancakes were made with whole wheat pastry flour and while it is in the title, I feel that it bears repeating: Chocolate chips. I do find it sort of sad when it is mid to late August and the leaves are already beginning to change to red, orange and yellow up …

Disclosure: As a Sabra Tastemaker, I have been monetarily compensated for this post, recipe development, and photography. However, all opinions are 100% my own. This post contains affiliate links. I will make a small commission if you make a purchase through one of these links, at no extra cost to you. This Whole Grain Sandwich …

These Blueberry Lemonade Sage Popsicles are a refreshing way to stay cool during any heatwave!  Last Sunday it was crazy hot and I really needed to get some kitchen work done. Instead, I got up really early and worked on a rice pudding recipe and this popsicle recipe. Both of these recipes were entirely done …

These Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins are made with whole wheat pastry flour for a healthy addition to your day. When life gives you lemons, make lemonade or bake up a batch of these lemon poppy seed muffins. Life is funny sometimes. It’s always evolving and changing. We have to learn to adapt to our new …

It’s strawberry time! This recipe makes a really great tasting summer dessert in no time at all. It’s pretty perfect to bring along to a BBQ!  It’s June and you know what that means: Strawberries and plenty of them! It’s time for the “pick your own” fields and farm stands on almost every road in the …

Carrot cake is one of my favorite cakes and with good reason! What is there not to love about them? Carrots: Check. Raisins: Check. Walnuts: Check! These whole wheat carrot cake cupcakes are 100% whole grain and made with whole wheat pastry flour. The recipe uses coconut oil instead of vegetable oil and the end result is a super delicate and …

This Whole Grain Banana Pecan Bread is made with spelt flour and is just as good as your usual banana bread recipe! Feel free to use walnuts to replace the pecans! It’s also dairy-free! I adjusted this recipe and used spelt flour, so it is whole grain. I want to eat healthier, but I am …

Almonds, whole grains, and coffee cake. I’m in, are you with me?  We have this family cookbook that I make a lot of my recipes from. It was a gift at our family reunion in 2008 to all of the family members that made it to the event. This Almond Coffee Cake is highly rated …

These acorn squash donuts are a unique and fun way to bring fall flavors into your baking, without relying solely on pumpkin (however delicious it may be). Are you sick of pumpkin? I get it – it’s seriously everywhere.  I personally still love pumpkin flavors, but I do find that it overshadows other fall/winter squashes, …

Disclosure: As a Sabra Tastemaker, I have been monetarily compensated for this post, recipe development, and photography. However, all opinions are 100% my own. This post contains affiliate links. I will make a small commission if you make a purchase through one of these links, at no extra cost to you. This Salsa, Hash Brown …