Meal Type: Dessert

Gooey Chocolate Peppermint Crinkle Cookies

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PrintGooey Chocolate Peppermint Crinkle CookiesYield 48 cookies Ingredients½ cup coconut oil, melted4 oz. unsweetened baking chocolate, melted and cooled2 cups granulated sugar2 teaspoons vanilla extract4 eggs2 cups all-purpose flour2 teaspoons baking powder½ teaspoon salt¼ cup finely crushed peppermint candies¾ cup powdered sugarInstructionsIn a large bowl, mix the melted coconut oil, cooled chocolate, granulated sugar, and … Continued

Gluten-Free Pumpkin Cookies with Browned Butter Frosting

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PrintGluten-Free Pumpkin Cookies with Browned Butter FrostingYield 36 cookies IngredientsFor the cookies:¾ cup butter, softened⅔ cup granulated sugar⅔ cup packed brown sugar1 teaspoon vanilla extract½ cup pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie mix)2 eggs2¼ cups gluten-free all-purpose flour blend1 teaspoon baking soda1 teaspoon ground cinnamon½ teaspoon saltFor the Browned Butter Frosting:6 cups powdered sugar2 teaspoons vanilla … Continued

Charcoal Swirled Coconut Popsicles

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PrintCharcoal Swirled Coconut PopsiclesAuthor Kristen OlsonYield 8 popsicles Ingredients1 can (13.5oz) full fat coconut milk¼ cup whole milk3 Tablespoons honey2 Tablespoons fresh lime juice1 teaspoon vanillaPinch salt½ teaspoon activated charcoalInstructionsIn a medium bowl, mix coconut milk, whole milk, honey, lime juice, vanilla and salt until well blended. Remove 3 Tablespoons of the milk mixture to … Continued

Balsamic Tomato Compote with Vanilla Ice Cream

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PrintBalsamic Tomato Compote with Vanilla Ice CreamAuthor Kristen OlsonYield 12 servings Ingredients2 pints cherry tomatoes, halved¾ cup sugar½ cup waterPinch of salt2 Tablespoons balsamic vinegar1 pint vanilla ice creamSprig fresh basil for garnishInstructionsCombine tomatoes, sugar, water and salt in a heavy medium saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring often.Reduce heat and simmer, … Continued

Old Fashioned Lemon Curd

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Photo Credit: Mette Nielsen PrintOld Fashioned Lemon CurdAuthor Beth DooleyYield 3/4 cup Sweet, tangy, and lush, this lemon curd makes a fabulous dessert or topping for pancakes, pound cake, and scones. It will keep about a week in a covered dish in the refrigerator. Ingredients½ cup fresh lemon juice2 eggs plus 2 egg yolks1 cup … Continued

Gluten-Free Nut Butter Skillet Cookie

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  PrintGluten-Free Nut Butter Skillet Cookie Use your favorite nut butter (creamy or chunky) and get creative with the mix-ins! Any nuts, dried fruit or type of chocolate will work. Ingredients2 Tablespoons butter1 cup nut butter (peanut, almond, cashew)½ cup maple syrup1 egg plus1 egg yolk¾ teaspoon baking soda½ teaspoon salt½ teaspoon vanilla¼ cup chocolate … Continued

Salted Choco Pistachio Sablés

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PrintSalted Choco Pistachio Sablés Ingredients2½  cups almond flour½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder¾ teaspoon kosher salt¼ teaspoon baking soda1¼ cups unsalted butter, brought to room temperature1¼ cups light brown sugar1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 egg white5 oz. bittersweet chocolate, chopped1 cup unsalted, shelled raw pistachios, coarsely choppedFlaky sea salt InstructionsWhisk flour, cocoa powder, kosher salt and baking soda … Continued

Dark Chocolate Almond Butter Coconut Date Rolls

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PrintDark Chocolate Almond Butter Coconut Date Rolls Ingredients16 Medjool dates8 teaspoon almond butter1 cup dark chocolate chips1 Tablespoon coconut oil1¼ cup finely shredded unsweetened coconut flakesInstructionsMelt dark chocolate and coconut oil in a small bowl either on the stovetop or microwave. Set aside.Pit the dates and smear ½ teaspoon of almond butter in the center … Continued

Pear-Ginger Shortbread Bars

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Photo credit: Mette Nielsen PrintPear-Ginger Shortbread BarsAuthor Beth DooleyYield 28 bars Ingredients1 cup unsalted butter, softened1 cup packed dark brown sugar1 teaspoon vanilla1 large egg yolk2 cups whole grain flour¼ teaspoon salt1 cup fresh pear slices, about ¼” x 1″InstructionsPreheat the oven to 350°F. In a large bowl, beat together the butter, brown sugar, vanilla … Continued