February 2013
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Maraschino Cherry Mousse with Browned Butter...
Browned Butter Brownies 2 1/2 sticks salted butter 2 1/2 cups granulated sugar 1 1/2 cups cocoa powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 tablespoon water 2 teaspoons vanilla extract 4 eggs 1 cup all purpose flour Cherry mousse 1 1⁄4 teaspoon unflavored gelatin 2 tablespoons cold water 1 jar maraschino cherries, drained (keep 1/8 cup of juice) 1/8 cup maraschino cherry juice 1/8...
Feb 7th
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December 2012
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Rainbow Cakes
Ingredients Vegetable shortening 3 cups all-purpose flour 4 teaspoons baking powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 2 sticks (1 cup) unsalted butter, room temperature 2 1/3 cups sugar 5 large egg whites, room temperature 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract 1 1/2 cups milk, room temperature Red, orange, yellow, green, blue, and purple gel food coloring Lemony Swiss Meringue Buttercream Directions Preheat...
Dec 17th
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October 2012
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Cake Batter & Sprinkles Chocolate Bark
INGREDIENTS: 1 pound semisweet chocolate, finely chopped 1 pound white chocolate, finely chopped 4 teaspoons yellow cake mix Rainbow sprinkles DIRECTIONS: 1. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside. 2. Melt the semisweet chocolate over a double boiler (or in 30-second intervals in the microwave on 50% power, stirring after each). Spread the chocolate mixture onto the prepared...
Oct 30th
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Monte Cristo Sandwich
INGREDIENTS: 8 slices firm bread (a hearty French or Challah), sliced ½-inch to 1-inch thick 1½ cups whole milk 6 egg yolks 3 tablespoons light brown sugar 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted + 1 tablespoon for cooking 1 tablespoon vanilla extract ¼ teaspoon salt Dijon mustard 8 ounces sliced Virginia ham 8 ounces Gruyère cheese, shredded Maple syrup, for serving DIRECTIONS: 1. If your...
Oct 29th
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Spider Peanut Butter Blossoms
INGREDIENTS: 1/2 cup Shortening 1/2 cup Creamy Peanut Butter 1/2 cup firmly packed brown sugar 1/2 cup sugar 1 large egg 2 tablespoons milk 1 teaspoon vanilla 1 3/4 cups All Purpose Flour 1 teaspoon Baking soda 1/2 teaspoon Salt Sugar 48  mini peanut butter cups, unwrapped DIRECTIONS: 1.  Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. 2.  Cream together shortening, peanut butter, brown sugar and 1/2 cup...
Oct 28th
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Maple Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars
INGREDIENTS: For the Crust: 42 gingersnap cookies (about 9 ounces) 2 tablespoons granulated sugar 5 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted For the Filling: 8 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature 1 cup light brown sugar 1 (15-ounce) can pumpkin puree (about 2 cups) 2 eggs 1 (12-ounce) can evaporated milk 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon ½...
Oct 27th
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August 2012
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Rainbow Ribbon Jello
Ingredients: For the Jello Layers: 6 (3-ounce) boxes Jello, 1 each red, orange, yellow, green, blue & purple (or colors of your choice) 6 cups boiling water 3 cups cold water For the White Layers: 4 cups milk 1 cup boiling water 4 envelopes Knox gelatin 24 ounces vanilla yogurt 1 cup granulated sugar 4 teaspoons vanilla extract Directions: 1. Get 5 small bowls out to start. Mix 1 box of...
Aug 25th
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Homemade Choco-Bliss Snack Cakes
Ingredients: For the Cake: 1 cup unsalted butter 1/3 cup Dutch-process cocoa powder 1 cup hot water 2 cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon espresso powder 2 cups granulated sugar 1 teaspoon baking soda ½ teaspoon salt ½ cup buttermilk 2 eggs 1 teaspoon vanilla extract For the Filling: 1/3 cup Dutch-process cocoa powder, sifted ½ cup semisweet chocolate chips ¼ teaspoon salt ½ cup heavy cream 1...
Aug 24th
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Chocolate and Peanut Butter Cheesecake Bars
Ingredients: For the Crust: 2½ cups chocolate graham cracker crumbs 2 tablespoons granulated sugar ½ cup unsalted butter, melted For the Peanut Butter Cheesecake: 16 ounces cream cheese 1 cup granulated sugar ½ cup creamy peanut butter 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour 4 eggs ½ cup whole milk 1 teaspoon vanilla extract For the Chocolate Glaze: 6 ounces milk or semisweet chocolate, finely chopped...
Aug 23rd
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Chocolate Cream Pie
Ingredients: For the Crust: 24 Oreo cookies, crushed into crumbs 3 tablespoons butter, melted and cooled For the Chocolate Cream Filling: 2½ cups half-and-half Pinch salt 1/3 cup granulated sugar, divided 2 tablespoons cornstarch 6 egg yolks, at room temperature 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, cold and cut into 6 pieces 6 ounces semisweet or bittersweet chocolate, finely chopped 1 ounce...
Aug 22nd
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Pretzel Dogs
Ingredients: 1½ cups warm (110 to 115 degrees F) water 1 tablespoon granulated sugar 2 teaspoons kosher salt 1 package (2¼ teaspoons) active dry yeast 4½ cups all-purpose flour ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted Vegetable oil, for pan 10 cups water 2/3 cup baking soda 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted Kosher salt, for sprinkling Directions: 1. Combine the water, sugar and salt in the bowl of a...
Aug 22nd
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May 2012
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Chocolate Ganache Ice Cream
INGREDIENTS: 6 ounces bittersweet or semisweet chocolate, finely chopped 1 1/2 cups heavy cream 1 cup whole milk 4 large egg yolks 1/4 cup sugar DIRECTIONS: Place the chopped chocolate in a large heatproof bowl. Set aside. Put 3/4 cup of the heavy cream in a small saucepan and bring to a boil. Pour over the chopped chocolate and let it sit for about a minute; gently stir with a...
May 31st
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Boston Cream Pie
For the Pastry Cream: 2 cups half-and-half ½ cup granulated sugar Pinch of salt 5 egg yolks 3 tablespoons cornstarch 4 tablespoons cold unsalted butter, cut into 4 pieces 1½ teaspoons vanilla extract For the Sponge Cake: ½ cup plain cake flour ¼ cup all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking powder ¼ teaspoon salt 3 tablespoons whole milk 2 tablespoons unsalted butter ½ teaspoon vanilla extract 5 eggs,...
May 25th
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April 2012
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Homemade Fudge Pops
¼ cup semisweet chocolate chips 2/3 cups granulated sugar 2 tablespoons cornstarch 3 tablespoons natural unsweetened cocoa powder 2½ cups whole milk 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 tablespoon unsalted butter 8 wooden popsicle sticks 1. Melt the chocolate chips in the microwave on 50% power in 30-second increments, stirring after each, until melted and smooth. 2. Combine the melted chocolate, sugar,...
Apr 9th
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Peanut Butter Sandwich Cookies
For the Peanut Butter Cookies: 2 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting ½ teaspoon baking soda ¼ teaspoon salt ¾ cup unsalted butter, at room temperature ¾ cup creamy peanut butter ½ cup granulated sugar ½ cup light brown sugar 1 egg 1 teaspoon vanilla extract For the Peanut Butter Filling: 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature ¾ cup powdered sugar ¾ cup creamy peanut butter 3...
Apr 8th
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Creole Shrimp and Grits
For the Creole Shrimp: 2 pounds unpeeled, medium-size raw shrimp (26/30 count) 4 cups water 4 tablespoons unsalted butter 1/3 cup all-purpose flour 1 medium onion, finely chopped 2 celery ribs, chopped 1 green bell pepper, chopped 2 garlic cloves, minced 1½ teaspoons Creole seasoning 1 teaspoon lemon juice ½ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce 1 (6-ounce) can tomato paste 1 bay leaf For the Grits: 2½...
Apr 7th
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Cream Cheese Brownies
For the Brownies: 2/3 cup all-purpose flour ¼ teaspoon salt ½ teaspoon baking powder 2 ounces unsweetened chocolate, chopped 4 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped 8 tablespoons (½ cup) unsalted butter, cut into pieces 1 cup granulated sugar 2 teaspoons vanilla extract 3 eggs For the Cream Cheese Filling: 8 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature ¼ cup granulated sugar ½ teaspoon vanilla...
Apr 6th
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Strawberry-Rhubarb Pie
For the Crust: 2¼ cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon salt 2 tablespoons granulated sugar 11 tablespoons butter, cut into ¼-inch cubes 7 tablespoons vegetable shortening, chilled 1/3 cup ice water For the Pie Filling: 3 cups strawberries, hulled and sliced 3 cups rhubarb, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces ¾ cup granulated sugar 1 tablespoon grated orange zest 2 teaspoons lemon juice ¼ teaspoon...
Apr 5th
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Fresh Strawberry Pie
For the Baked Pie Shell: 1¼ cups all-purpose flour ½ teaspoon salt 1 tablespoon sugar 6 tablespoons cold unsalted butter, cut into ¼-inch slices ¼ cup chilled vegetable shortening, cut into 4 pieces ¼ cup ice water For the Filling: 4 pints (about 3 pounds) fresh strawberries, gently rinsed and dried, hulled ¾ cup granulated sugar 2 tablespoons cornstarch 1½ teaspoons Sure-Jell for low-sugar...
Apr 4th
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Soba Noodle Stir-Fry with Spicy Almond Butter...
8 ounces buckwheat soba noodles 1 red bell pepper, seeded and thinly sliced 1 cup shredded cabbage 1 cup broccoli florets 2 garlic cloves, minced 4 teaspoons minced fresh ginger 4 scallions, sliced thinly ½ cup almond slivers Extra-virgin olive oil Crushed red pepper flakes (optional) For the Almond Butter Sauce: 3 tablespoons almond butter 3 tablespoons water 3 tablespoons unseasoned rice...
Apr 3rd
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Vegan Chocolate Cupcakes
For the Cupcakes: 1½ cups all-purpose flour ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder 1 teaspoon baking powder ¾ teaspoon baking soda ¾ teaspoon salt 1 avocado, pitted and peeled 1 cup pure maple syrup ¾ cup plain almond milk 1/3 cup canola oil 2 teaspoons vanilla extract For the Glaze: ¼ block soft silken tofu (from 14-ounce container), drained and patted dry 3 tablespoons pure maple syrup ½ teaspoon...
Apr 2nd
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Homemade Moon Pies
For the Cookies: 8 ounces (1 cup) unsalted butter, at room temperature ¾ cup light brown sugar 1 egg 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 2¼ cups all-purpose flour ½ teaspoon salt For the Marshmallow Filling: 2 egg whites Pinch cream of tartar Pinch salt 2/3 cup light corn syrup 2 teaspoons vanilla extract 1 cup powdered sugar, sifted For the Chocolate Coating: 12 ounces semisweet chocolate ¼ cup...
Apr 1st
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Conch Fritters
For the Conch Fritters: 1 cup all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon sugar 1 teaspoon baking powder 1 egg, lightly beaten 6 tablespoons buttermilk 8 ounces conch, finely minced 1 jalapeño, finely minced ¼ cup finely minced white onion ¼ cup finely minced red bell pepper ¼ cup finely minced carrots 1 clove garlic, minced ¾ teaspoon Creole seasoning Vegetable oil, for frying For the Dipping Sauce: ½ cup...
Apr 1st
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March 2012
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Rainbow Layer Cake With Natural Dyes
INGREDIENTS: for the natural dyes: red –1/3 cup steamed beets, grated fine, plus 1/3 cup milk orange — 1/3 cup carrots, grated fine, plus 1/3 cup milk yellow — 2 egg yolks, plus 1/3 cup milk green — 1 cup raw spinach, washed, dried, and well chopped, plus 1/3 cup milk blue — 3/4 cup blueberries, cooked 3 minutes, or until juices are released, plus 1/3 cup milk violet — 1/2 cup blueberries, cooked...
Mar 28th
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Pizza Dip
INGREDIENTS: 8 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, divided 1 cup Parmesan cheese, divided 1 cup pizza sauce 2 ounces sliced pepperoni 2 tablespoons chopped green pepper 2 tablespoons sliced black olives DIRECTIONS: 1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. 2. Spread the cream cheese over the bottom of a 9-inch pie plate. Top with ½ cup of the shredded mozzarella...
Mar 23rd
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Broccoli Cheese Soup
INGREDIENTS: ½ cup unsalted butter 1 yellow onion, finely chopped 1/3 cup all-purpose flour 4 cups whole milk 2 cups half-and-half 4 heads broccoli, stems removed and discarded, and florets cut into bite-size pieces Pinch of nutmeg 12 ounces mild cheddar cheese, shredded (about 3 cups) Salt and pepper 2 cups vegetable broth DIRECTIONS: 1. In a large pot or Dutch oven, melt butter over medium...
Mar 22nd
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Raspberry Cream Cheese Brownies
INGREDIENTS: 8 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature 1½ cups granulated sugar, divided 1 egg yolk 2¼ teaspoons vanilla extract, divided 2/3 cup all-purpose flour ½ teaspoon baking powder ½ teaspoon salt 8 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into pieces 4 ounces unsweetened chocolate, chopped ½ cup raspberry jam, divided 3 eggs DIRECTIONS: 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Line an 8-inch square...
Mar 21st
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Peanut Butter and Jelly Cupcakes
INGREDIENTS: For the Cupcakes: 1¾ cups all-purpose flour ¼ teaspoon baking soda ¾ teaspoon baking powder ½ teaspoon salt ¾ cup unsalted butter, at room temperature 1 1/3 cups granulated sugar 2/3 cup creamy peanut butter 3 eggs, at room temperature ½ teaspoon vanilla extract ½ cup sour cream, at room temperature ¾ cup coarsely chopped salted peanuts For the Frosting: 6 ounces cream cheese,...
Mar 20th
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Take 5 Candy Bar Pie
INGREDIENTS: For the Pretzel Crust: 4 ounces pretzel sticks, finely ground in a food processor or blender ½ cup unsalted butter, melted 2 tablespoons granulated sugar For the Caramel Sauce: ¾ cup granulated sugar ¼ cup water 2 tablespoons light corn syrup ¾ cup heavy cream 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, cubed For the Pie: ½ cup creamy peanut butter, melted 1/3 cup prepared caramel sauce ¼ cup...
Mar 19th
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Grasshopper Mint Chocolate Bark
INGREDIENTS: 16 ounces white chocolate, finely chopped 1 teaspoon mint extract (NOT peppermint), optional Green food coloring 16 ounces semisweet chocolate, finely chopped 1 box (4.67-ounces) Andes Crème de Menthe Thins, unwrapped and coarsely chopped DIRECTIONS: 1. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside. 2. Melt the white chocolate over a double boiler (or in 30-second...
Mar 19th
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New York Cheesecake with Mixed Berry Puree
INGREDIENTS: Crust: 1 3/4 cups crushed digestive biscuits 1 stick of melted butter (100 grams) 1/2 cup crushed walnuts 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon Filling: 750 grams of cream cheese (I used 500 grams Kiri, 250 grams Philly), softened 1 and 1/2 cups caster sugar 5 eggs, room temperature 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 3 tablespoons lemon juice 2 cups sour cream 1/4 cup of sugar Mixed Berry Puree: 1...
Mar 7th
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Slow Roasted Strawberries
INGREDIENTS: 2 quarts fresh strawberries, rinsed and hulled 1/2 to 3/4 cup granulated sugar, depending on how naturally sweet your berries are 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar Pinch of salt Pinch of cracked black pepper DIRECTIONS: 1. Preheat oven to 250 F. 2. Lay berries on a baking sheet in a single layer.  Sprinkle with sugar, salt and pepper.  Drizzle with balsamic.  Toss berries to coat. 3....
Mar 6th
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February 2012
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Heart Healthy Waffles with Blackberry
INGREDIENTS: 2 tbsp. flaxseed (1/4 cup ground) – This can be omitted if you don’t have any, you may have to to a health food store to find flaxseed. 1 cup all-purpose flour 1/2 cup whole wheat flour 1/4 cup toasted wheat germ 2 tbsp. sugar 1 1/2 tsp. baking powder 1/2 tsp. salt 1 1/2 cups fat-free milk 3/4 cup egg substitute or 3 eggs (it’s obviously lower fat/healthier with...
Feb 27th
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Whole Grain Graham Crackers
INGREDIENTS: 1 cup graham flour 1/2 cup teff flour 3/4 cup all-purpose flour 1/2 cup dark brown sugar 1 tsp. baking soda 1 tsp. kosher salt 1/8 tsp. cinnamon 1/8 tsp. ground allspice 1/8 tsp. ground cloves 3/4 stick (3 oz.) butter, melted and cooled slightly 1/4 cup honey 1 tbsp. unsulphured molasses 1/3 cup milk 1/4 cup sugar 1/2 tsp. cinnamon DIRECTIONS: 1. In a large bowl, sift...
Feb 26th
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Chocolate-Orange Cake Balls
INGREDIENTS: 3 oz. good-quality bittersweet or semisweet chocolate, finely chopped 1 1/2 cups hot brewed coffee 3 cups sugar 2 1/2 cups flour 1 1/2 cups unsweetened cocoa powder (not Dutch process) 2 tsp. baking soda 3/4 tsp. baking powder 1 1/4 tsp. salt 3 large eggs 3/4 cup vegetable oil 1 1/2 cups well-shaken buttermilk 3/4 tsp. vanilla DIRECTIONS: 1....
Feb 25th
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Red Velvet Cheesecake
INGREDIENTS: Crust: 2 – 3 cups finely ground chocolate graham crackers  6 – 8 tbsp. butter  1/3 cup sugar  1/8 tsp. salt  *Note: 2 cups is fine if you only want crust on the bottom, but no sides. Use 2 1/2 – 3 cups if you want sides. Cheesecake: 5 (8 oz.) packages cream cheese, softened 5 eggs  2 egg yolks  2 tsp. vanilla  1 3/4 cups sugar  1/8 cup flour  1/4 cup heavy cream ...
Feb 24th
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Cherry-Topped Cheesecake
INGREDIENTS: Crust: 2-3 cups finely ground graham crackers*  6-8 tbsp. of butter 1/3 cup of sugar 1/8 tsp. salt *Note: 2 cups is fine if you only want crust on the bottom, but no sides. Use 2 1/2 – 3 cups if you want sides. Cheesecake: 5 (8 oz.) packages cream cheese, softened 5 eggs 2 egg yolks 2 tsp. vanilla 1 3/4 cups sugar 1/8 cup flour 1/4 cup heavy cream Topping 1/2...
Feb 23rd
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Oreo Cheesecake Supreme
INGREDIENTS: Crust: 2 – 3 cups finely ground Oreo cookies, cream centers removed* 6 – 8 tbsp. of butter 1/3 cup of sugar 1/8 tsp. salt Cheesecake: 5 (8 oz.) packages cream cheese, softened 5 eggs 2 egg yolks 2 tsp. vanilla 1 3/4 cups sugar 1/8 cup flour 1/4 cup heavy cream 1 – 1 1/2 cups chopped Oreo cookies* *Note – Feel free to add more or less Oreos, depending on how cookie-y...
Feb 22nd
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Rocky Road Squares
Ingredients: Yield : about 24 squares ¾ cup butter, melted 1 ½ cups graham wafer crumbs 1 ½ cups flaked coconut 1 ½ cups chopped walnuts 1 pkg (300 g) semi-sweet chocolate chips 1 ½ cups miniature marshmallows 1 can (300 ml) sweetened condensed milk 2 oz semi-sweet chocolate, melted Preparation: 1.  Combine the melted butter and the graham crumbs; press onto 13 x 9 inch baking pan....
Feb 21st
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Marbled Mint Chocolate Fudge
INGREDIENTS: 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips 1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk, divided 2 teaspoons vanilla extract 6 ounces white chocolate 1 tablespoon peppermint extract Directions Line a 8 inch square pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on both sides. On a double boiler, melt chocolate chips with 1 cup sweetened condensed milk; add vanilla. Spread the mixture into...
Feb 20th
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Dairy-Free Chocolate Mousse
INGREDIENTS: ¼ cup water ¼ cup coconut palm sugar 1 cup dark chocolate chips 4 eggs, separated ½ cup cream/fat from coconut milk DIRECTIONS: In a medium pot, heat water to boiling Reduce heat, then stir in palm sugar until dissolved Remove pan from stove and cool palm sugar mixture for 8 minutes Add chocolate, stirring until melted In a separate bowl, beat egg yolks until pale yellow In...
Feb 19th
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Chocolate Mousse Cake
The Cake: INGREDIENTS: 2 cups flour 2 cups sugar - I use caster sugar 125gr butter 1cup boiling water 4 eggs 4 tbsp cocao 4 tsp baking powder 1 tsp vanilla extract 2 tsp fine cinnamon 1/2 tsp salt 1/2 tsp fine nutmeg 1/2 tsp fine cloves DIRECTIONS: 1. Preheat oven to 180C. Prepare your cake pans(23 cm) but spraying them with a non-stick spray or butter them. Cut a circle of grease-proof...
Feb 18th
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Strawberry Lemonade Cupcake
Lemon Filling: Ingredients: 4 egg yolks (reserve whites for buttercream) 1/3 cup cornstarch 1 ½ cups water 1 1/3 cups sugar ¼ teaspoon salt 3 tablespoons butter ½ cup lemon juice 1 tablespoon finely grated lemon zest Directions: 1. Whisk egg yolks in medium size mixing bowl and set aside. 2. In a medium saucepan, combine cornstarch, water, sugar, and salt. Whisk to combine. Turn heat on...
Feb 17th
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Cream-Filled Strawberry-Brownie Cake
INGREDIENTS: Brownie Layer 1 box (19.5 oz) Pillsbury® Chocolate Fudge Brownie Mix 1/2 cup Crisco® Pure Vegetable Oil 1/4 cup water 3 LAND O LAKES® Eggs Cake Layer 1 box (18.25 oz) Pillsbury® Strawberry Cake Mix 3/4 cup water 1/3 cup Crisco® Pure Vegetable Oil 3 LAND O LAKES® Eggs 1/2 cup diced fresh strawberries Filling 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened 1/2 cup LAND O LAKES® Butter,...
Feb 16th
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Whole Wheat Strawberry Green Tea Pancake
INGREDIENTS: ½ cup all purpose flour ½ cup whole wheat flour 2 egg whites ¼ cup pan roasted Oat meal flakes 2-½ teaspoon corn starch 1/2teaspoon baking powder 1/4 teaspoon baking soda 5  strawberries 1 cup of Green tea (1 table spoon of green tea brewed with 8 oz water) DIRECTIONS: 1. Add 5 strawberries in blender, 2-3 quick “Stir”. Just in small pieces, not liquid. 2. Mix everything from A...
Feb 15th
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Strawberry Cheesecake with Chocolate Crust
Chocolate Pie Crust: INGREDIENTS: 1/2 cup sorghum flour 1/4 cup teff flour 1/4 cup brown rice flour 2 tbsp tapioca flour 2 tbsp cocoa powder 1 tbsp sugar 3/4 tsp xanthan gum 1/2 tsp sea salt 1/2 cup of cold Earth Balance, cut into about 8 chunks 1/4 cup ice water(plus more if needed) DIRECTIONS: 1. In a large bowl, combine flours, cocoa powder, sugar, xanthan gum, and sea salt.  Using a fork...
Feb 14th
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Chocolate-Hazelnut Pizza
INGREDIENTS: 1 can (13.8 oz) Pillsbury® refrigerated classic pizza crust 1/2 cup hazelnut spread with cocoa 1/4 cup dark chocolate chips 2 tablespoons semisweet chocolate chips 2 tablespoons white vanilla baking chips 1 teaspoon vegetable oil 1/4 cup hazelnuts (filberts), toasted, skins removed, chopped DIRECTIONS: 1. Heat oven to 400°F. Grease 12-inch pizza pan with shortening, or spray...
Feb 13th
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Chocolate Brulee
INGREDIENTS: 2 containers (6 oz each) Yoplait® Thick & Creamy French vanilla yogurt 2 tablespoons semisweet chocolate chips 2 teaspoons fat-free half-and-half 6 raspberries DIRECTIONS: 1. Spoon 1 container yogurt into each of two 6-oz brulee dishes or small custard cups. 2. Place chocolate chips and half-and-half in small microwavable bowl. Microwave uncovered on High 15 to 20 seconds;...
Feb 13th
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Valentine's Day Meringue Dessert
INGREDIENTS 4 egg whites 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar 1 cup granulated sugar 1 1/2 cups whipping cream 4 oz cream cheese, softened 1/4 cup powdered sugar 3 oz white chocolate baking bar, melted 1 can (21 oz) raspberry pie filling 1 pint (2 cups) fresh strawberries, halved Fresh mint sprigs, if desired DIRECTIONS 1. Heat oven to 275°F. Line cookie sheet with cooking parchment paper. In...
Feb 13th
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Sweetheart Cookie Bouquet
INGREDIENTS 1 roll (16.5 oz) Pillsbury® refrigerated chocolate chip cookies 24 craft sticks of various lengths 24 dark or milk chocolate heart candies, unwrapped Decorative container Plastic foam Tissue paper DIRECTIONS 1. Heat oven to 350°F. Cut cookie dough into 24 slices; shape each into 1 1/2-inch ball. Place each cookie dough ball over one end of a craft stick; press gently to adhere...
Feb 13th
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