It’s gorgeous. It’s rich. It’s thick. It’s aromatic. It’s floral, berry, citrus, all in one. It’s gluten free.It’s Lemon Lavender Blueberry Cheesecake (Bars). And, it’s “for a friend.” 😁 Gluten-Free Lemon Lavender Blueberry Cheesecake Bars Crust:8 Tbs. butter, melted1 cup Pamela’s Gluten-Free Flour Artisan Blend1/2 cup powdered sugar1 tsp. dried lavender1/4 tsp. baking powder Preheat…
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Happy Friday! Let’s celebrate the end of summer with one of the most delicious delicacies you can ever imagine: White Chocolate Orange Creamsicle Tart.Yes, I’ve had feedback.It’s a favorite. It’s an “oh my good god.” It’s magical. The crust for the tart is a simple shortbread, infused with fresh orange zest.The filling, though, is where…
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I wanted to bake another cheesecake – or prepare a no-bake cheesecake.This time I wanted it to be über thick, extra rich, dense, and utterly delicious.Not that my other cheesecakes have lacked in complexity – I just wanted this one to be super duper special. Lemons. Meyer Lemons!!! Homemade Easy Lemon Curd – with Meyer…
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I pride myself on creating and crafting interesting and exotic flavor and color combinations in the food I cook. I want complexity and depth, but also balance. And, I want to knock your socks off!Usually the concept works, as I toil over ideas in my little brain each night – or while daydreaming, as well….
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I was reminded of my Raspberry White Chocolate Shortbread recipe recently and decided to take a new spin on the original winner. Dessert “bars” are so ever popular, as is the love of cheesecake, so I decided to combine them all into one this time. The use of mascarpone, rather than simple cream cheese, provides just…
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I think it turned out okay. In fact, I’m certain it turned out MORE than okay – magical, to say the least. Curious minds doubted the flavor combination, but I must say apprehension has completely departed the kitchen and the dessert table this time: Honey Lemon Chamomile Cheesecake. It seems to0 good to be true…but,…
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Have you ever had one of those days when you just need to bake – for no rhyme, no reason? Comfort Baking, is what it’s termed these days. Whether or not it’s comfort food – it is simply comforting, relaxing, meditative to get in the kitchen and go! I have those days OFTEN (if not…
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I will forewarn you, the first part of my little romance below has nothing to do with Lemon Vanilla Fig Cheesecake Bars. Not a thing. You were warned. I typically make all my recipes from scratch. Of course, there is the occasion, here and there, when I’ll “cheat” for the sake of time, convenience, or…
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I’ve said this many times before: I don’t necessarily need an excuse to cook or bake anything. I do because I can. And, I certainly needed no special occasion to create a Lemon Salted Caramel Cheesecake. But this time, in fact, I did have a reason. For some reason we got this CRAZY idea with…
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As usual, it’s a mouthful. A mouthful of words and a mouthful of flavor! The story behind this delicious dessert bar is nothing other than I was invited for a little chat at a friend’s office one afternoon, and as I’ve said many times before, I simply cannot make an appearance empty handed. I really…
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