Sicilian summers are known for their blazing temperatures. Yet, despite this, Sicilians manage to cook hours on end in this weather. And for the most part without air conditioning. I’m not at their endurance level, so when there was a cool day, I jumped on the opportunity to bake – I hadn’t done so in… Continue reading Sicilian Pistachio Cake (GF + DF)
Category: Dessert
Nut Butter Cookies (GF + DF)
The Traveling Banana Bread (GF + V)
It’s only taken me 17 years, but I have finally tried – and fallen in love with – banana bread. This is the banana bread that makes me go bananas (pardon my pun) 🙂 I love making banana bread because it’s quick to make and low in added sugar; you get the satisfaction of a… Continue reading The Traveling Banana Bread (GF + V)
Quintessentially British: Claridge’s Scones made GF and DF! (Vegan option)
I LOVE scones. I’ve already made date walnut scones (gf + v) for the royal wedding last May, and they were absolutely scrumptious. But after having experienced my first afternoon tea (and watching way too much of the Great British Bake Off), I thought it was time I’d try baking traditional British scones.
Adaptogen Recipe: Ashwagandha Tahini Cups (GF + V)
After a stressful, long day, we all share one thing: we crave comfort food. Whether that be a warm, gooey bowl of mac and cheese or a generous slice of chocolate cake – these foods make us feel better emotionally and physically (temporarily). Our adrenals are the same way, craving comfort during times of prolonged stress,… Continue reading Adaptogen Recipe: Ashwagandha Tahini Cups (GF + V)
Four-ingredient ‘Dibs’ Ice Cream Bites (Vegan + GF)
Do you remember Dibs? They’re the little vanilla ice cream bites coated with milk chocolate. Anyways, on the rare occasions that Dibs were in my house, my brother and I would go crazy – who wouldn’t? It’s fun to just pop them in your mouth 🙂 Since our Dibs days are extinct, I made… Continue reading Four-ingredient ‘Dibs’ Ice Cream Bites (Vegan + GF)
Date Walnut Scones (GF + V)
Like many other devoted Royal Family fans, I woke up bright and early to watch the Royal Wedding in action. I couldn’t just wake up and just eat my American waffles, so the night before, I prepared the batter of one of my old favorite recipes: date walnut scones. I hadn’t touched the recipe for… Continue reading Date Walnut Scones (GF + V)
No-bake Chocolate Protein Cookies
Cookies. Protein. No-bake. Yeah, right. Believe it or not, this odd pairing is actually possible. Even better, it can be whipped out in less than 10 minutes. Besides my cheesecakes and peanut butter chickpea energy balls that I adore, no-bake snacks (or desserts) have often seemed unpalatable. They look a little too gooey, and there’s just… Continue reading No-bake Chocolate Protein Cookies
Red Velvet Cake (GF + DF)
Valentine’s Day is here, and whether or not you have a significant other, it’s the day of love – so treat yourself! It’s pretty easy to think of a list of ways to treat yourself, but this gluten-free and dairy-free red velvet cake is pretty high on the list. Now it doesn’t take a genius… Continue reading Red Velvet Cake (GF + DF)
Chocolate Avocado Frosting (GF + V)
Enjoying chocolate frosting shouldn’t have to be full of guilt. Luckily, with this chocolate (avocado) frosting, you get the best of both worlds: the healthy fat and the decadent chocolate. You’re probably thinking, “What?!?! First, she shows us black bean brownies, and now this?” And again, trust me, this will be well worth your taste… Continue reading Chocolate Avocado Frosting (GF + V)