Category: Desserts & Ice Creams

The two men in my life; my husband and my father, either love or hate coconut (respectively).  Sometimes I forget who loves it and who hates it.  Thankfully it’s the one I live with (ahem, my husband) who loves it!Coconut works really well when making in vegan and/or dairy-free ice creams, thus I enjoy using… Continue reading Dairy-Free Coconut Raspberry “Ice Cream”

I’ve been blogging since 2006 and if you’ve been reading for a while you might know that I have a sweet tooth.  Go ahead and see for yourself, as my “Desserts” portion of my Recipes Page is quite extensive.  I typically try to come up with desserts that are sweet and satisfying, yet not too… Continue reading Triple Chocolate Mousse (Simple but tastes difficult!)

Do you ever get sick of the protein bars they sell at the store? I sure do.  Especially considering that many of the protein bars out there contain more sugar than protein (super annoying, and more on that in a couple weeks….).  It’s funny, I tell clients to make their own protein bars and I… Continue reading Protein Bars with Oats, Chia and Dark Chocolate

I post ice cream recipes on this blog a lot, have you noticed?  It’s fair to say that, other than white cake with white buttercream icing, ice cream is my favorite dessert.  Clearly I eat it at all times of the year, even when it’s 30 degrees outside.  You may or may not have already… Continue reading Winter Squash and Banana “Ice Cream” (Non-Dairy)

Did you know that pumpkin is a Superfood?  Not only is pumpkin great for your heart, your brain, and your eyes, but the alpha-carotene found in pumpkin can actually decrease physical signs of skin aging.  But don’t get too excited now. I’m not talking about the pumpkin donuts, lattes, “health” bars and other sugar-loaded excuses… Continue reading Pumpkin Health Halos, and Homemade Pumpkin Ice Cream

I’m in a very sweet mood this week.  Today I’m posting this chocolate dessert, and then Friday I’ve got another chocolate dessert recipe to share.  Maybe I’m just excited about Halloween next month. Yeah, that’s it, I’m celebrating early.I’ll be honest, I’m also excited about the holidays (I know, you hate me, right? I just… Continue reading Chocolate Bark with Nuts and Dried Fruit

I’m one of those people who actually prefers frozen blueberries and strawberries over fresh. That is, unless it’s the peak of summer and berry season.  Sadly, that time is coming to an end, but I made sure to take advantage of the delicious fresh and sweet berries one last time before fall approaches.  I saw… Continue reading Blueberry and Strawberry Crisp (before the summer ends!)

Today’s post is a flashback to last summer. Can you believe that last summer I made things other than just ice cream and fro yo? It’s true (if you missed two of my favorite creations from this summer, here you go; Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream, Basil and Coconut Ice Cream). I was looking through my recipes and… Continue reading Almond, Coconut, Chocolate Popsicles and Homemade Peanut Butter Cups (Flashback Friday)

Have you bought an ice cream maker yet?  What? No? You’re still going to that gourmet place down the street and paying $4 for 1/2 cup?  Craziness.  Go buy an ice cream maker and make this recipe.  It tastes gourmet but at less than $1/cup (more specifically, about $.70!) it’s a deal and a steal,… Continue reading Strawberry Cheesecake Ice Cream, with Creamy Goat Cheese (Thrifty Thursday)

I’m still on a quest to try all the different grains in our bulk department at work.  Obviously I’ve tried quinoa before, but I’d never tried it in a baking recipe, until now.  Prior to making these bars I’d only had quinoa in salads or casseroles.  Why have I waited so long to use it in a… Continue reading Gluten Free Dark Chocolate Quinoa Bars