I was recently asked how to craft a dairy-free dessert.Easy, peasy.I explained to her that with all the amazing plant-based options these days, ANYTHING is possible. Yes, anything!I tried to describe exactly how to prepare the Chocolate Saltine Scotcheroo treats I had just whipped up THAT very day.I was met with a blank stare. I…
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Chocolate is delicious. RAW chocolate is THE BEST!Audrey is THE BEST!!! The last two years, let’s all face it, have NOT been the best.Especially for small, artisan, craft, and cultured businesses.Even large chain organizations, restaurants, etc. have had to make cuts, shut down, file bankruptcy, etc.It’s the pits. But, we’re in this together, right? So,…
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Add a little “pep” to your step this holiday and Christmas season: Vegan Peppermint Shortbread! Shortbread is simply one of those things I cannot resist.It’s cakey. It’s crusty. It’s crumbly. It’s buttery. It’s sweet, but it’s salty.It’s really just the best thing on earth! As I’ve mentioned before, I’ve consumed many a sleeve of Trefoils…
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I think birthdays are a cause for celebration. Whether it be an actual BIRTH DATE (yes, another friend of mine labored and birthed a beautiful baby boy), or a recognition of age and travels around the sun, these milestones call for something special.Today, the little babycakes’ arrival and the 49 revolutions around the sun of…
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I couldn’t sleep. AGAIN.Which is utterly HILARIOUS, since I’m tired ALL OF THE TIME and I have an autoimmune disease that requires ridiculous amounts of sleep.I think it may have been the giant chocolate bar I consumed just before bed.In fact, I know it was. Damn chocolate. Damn caffeine. Oh well. I got up early…
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One friend said to me, “Where do you come up with these ideas? The combinations – who would have thought to combine mango and chocolate?????” Another friend said, after devouring a few of the gems, “WOW! These are great. They are like muffin tops!” I almost named the recipe “Mango Muffin Tops.” Maybe I should…
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So, one of my favorite ways to play is to walk into a kitchen, raid the cupboards, and using only what’s available, simply create.It’s fun. It’s fantastic. And, it’s always quite flavorful. Valerie tells me every once in a while, “I need to clean out my cupboards and give you all the goods to bake.”…
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With my bounty of licorice candy, licorice sea salt, and licorice candy, I couldn’t leave my gluten-free and dairy-free diet friends hanging – I had to bake THEM some treats as well.Thus, with a touch of this and a touch of that, I baked, yet again!Second up (and final) from the Icelandic licorice theme:Gluten-Free Dairy-Free…
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I succeeded with the Apple Cider Vinegar Cookies. That was no problem.The Cinnamon Date Sesame Catsup Cookies were truly amazing.The Cranberry Pecan Poppyseed Cookies turned into “abominably delicious” treats and blew a few people’s minds. 🤯 I wanted and envisioned something unique once again.Another “salad dressing” treat – Gluten Free Dairy Free Carrot Fig Hazelnut…
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It is the holiday season and Christmas is just around the corner.At Christmas time, we’re supposed to indulge, right?Chocolate, peppermint, and sweets – that’s what this time of year is all about! (Well, in my life, it’s more about generosity, love, and baking – but that’s every day and all year round!) In any case,…
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