Cherry Marshmallows

Description My first taste of a homemade marshmallow was in France. With all of the fancy desserts available that day, I only went back for more marshmallows. There’s just something about these pillowy puffs of sugary deliciousness that turns them into a gourmet treat. And talk about delicious! Try these next time you make smores, … Read more

Chocolate Chip Cookies for One

Description This single-serving recipe is perfect for toaster oven. Ingredients 2 tablespoons butter 2 tablespoons firmly packed brown sugar 1 tablespoon white sugar ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract 1 pinch salt 1 egg yolk ¼ cup all-purpose flour ¼ teaspoon baking soda 3 teaspoons semisweet chocolate chips Instructions Preheat the toaster oven to 350 degrees F … Read more

Candy Cane Pie

Description A gluten-free cookies ‘n cream crust is the base for this no-bake candy cane pie composed of 2 layers of chocolate and peppermint cream. Ingredients 24 gluten-free chocolate sandwich cookies ⅓ cup unsalted butter, melted 1 teaspoon unflavored gelatin 1 tablespoon cold water 2 tablespoons boiling water ½ cup white sugar ¼ cup cocoa … Read more

Mint Chocolate Chip Snowball Cookies

Description These snowball cookies, also known as Mexican wedding cookies, are a great alternative for anyone with a nut allergy. Full of chocolate chips filled with mint, they are so tasty you won’t even miss the nuts. Ingredients ½ cup butter, softened 1 tablespoon white sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla extract ⅛ teaspoon salt 1 cup … Read more

Sweetheart Cup Cookies for Valentine’s Day

Description Make these delicious cup-shaped, peanut butter-filled cookies for your sweeties on Valentine’s Day or any day. Ingredients 3 cups all-purpose flour ½ teaspoon baking powder ½ teaspoon salt 1 ½ cups white sugar 1 cup unsalted butter, softened 2 large eggs 1 teaspoon vanilla extract cooking spray 1 cup creamy peanut butter 1 cup confectioners’ … Read more

EVOO Sugar Cookies

Description Extra-virgin olive oil replaces butter in a simple sugar cookie recipe. The result is a rich, dense cookie to sink your teeth into. These are great for dunking in your tea. Ingredients 2 eggs ⅔ cup extra-virgin olive oil 1 cup sugar 2 cups all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons baking powder 1 pinch salt ½ … Read more

Easy Raspberry Curd

Description With 5 ingredients, making raspberry curd is simple enough for a beginner. Ingredients 1 (6 ounce) container fresh raspberries ½ cup white sugar 2 eggs ¼ cup butter 1 teaspoon lemon juice Instructions Combine raspberries and sugar in a high-powered blender (such as Vitamix®). Carefully crack eggs into a small glass bowl making sure … Read more

Ruby Chocolate Rocky Road

Description The idea of rocky road is pretty much that: piles of rocky goodies all coated and glued together with chocolate that doesn’t crack when you bite into it (thanks to coconut oil). So although I have used some fairly gourmet ingredients here, don’t feel locked into that. Just go with what you have in … Read more

Chocolate-Covered Strawberry Pie

Description This is one of my favorite pies! It would be a great addition to a holiday meal or a summer picnic. Ingredients 3 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped, divided 3 tablespoons butter, divided 1 (10 inch) graham cracker pie crust 2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, room temperature 1 cup sour cream ¼ cup white … Read more