The new Star of the Table is CHOCOLATE
Who doesn't enjoy sweets now and then? You can create chocolate dishes using actual bar chocolate, cocoa powder, and a combination of various ingredients that replicate the taste of chocolate with out giving up the taste you're looking for. What is your favorite chocolate-flavored dish or treat? Try one of my recipes below, and be sure to comment if you give it a try!
Fall Favorites
Are you as ready for that cool fall weather, comfy sweaters, and yummy seasonal treats that hit the spot as I am?
You are?! Fantastic. I’ve got just the answer to your fall cravings. Pumpkin, sweet potato, and sauces with warm savory and spicy notes are in your future!
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Creamy Chocolate Banana Tart with Cashew Oat Crust
Tarts are probably one of my favorite desserts. They can be light or decadent, and the flavor possibilities are endless. Chocolate will forever have a place in my heart, and this chocolate banana tart is my go to when I’m looking for an easy but fancy dessert. This recipe doesn’t call for any ... Read More
Chocolate Mocha Hummus
Ok, I am a hummus lover but this was my first attempt at a dessert hummus and it was amazing…definitely will be repeating this one and experimenting with some new ones! I added chocolate mocha plant protein for an extra kick of protein and flavor! Served it on some toast and it was ... Read More
Vegan Chocolate Buckwheat-Cassava Crepes!
I just love crepes. Thin delicate pancakes with endless possibilities to stuff them with...sweet, savory...both! Today I wanted some chocolate so I created this simple vegan chocolate crepe recipe and stuffed them with almond milk Greek yogurt mixed with pink pitaya powder. Topped them with ... Read More
Paleo Nut-Free 5-Ingredient Chocolate Cupcakes and Sweet Potato-Tahini Frosting!
Who doesn’t love chocolate?! Today is #Nationalchocolatecupcakeday and I have my 5-INGREDIENT no-added-sugar paleo and nut free chocolate-banana cupcakes topped with a delicious maple-tahini-sweet potato frosting made with @soomfoods tahini. Read More
SIX ingredient GRAIN-FREE and HEALTHY Chocolate-Cookie-Crusted Peanut Butter-Pumpkin-Fudge Granola Squares!
ATTN: PEANUT BUTTER LOVERS! I got a NO BAKE surprise for YOU! SIX ingredient GRAIN-FREE and HEALTHY Chocolate-Cookie-Crusted Peanut Butter-Pumpkin-Fudge Granola Squares! These are the bomb and can be made in no time. 😜 Rainy days call for baking (or no baking in this case), but you get the ... Read More
NO BAKE Chocolate and Purple Sweet Potato FUDGE Cups!
Feeling like Prince over here because I’m making it rain ☔️ purple with these NO BAKE Chocolate and Purple Sweet Potato FUDGE Cups! 😜 In all seriousness though, I had “Purple Rain” stuck in my head while making these. Fun fact: Pantone actually released a color hue called “Love Symbol #2” in ... Read More
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Smoked Salmon Dubliner Cheese Dip: Collaboration with Latitude 45 “Innovative Kitchen”
I had the pleasure of participating in the “Latitude 45 Innovative Kitchen” campaign, and it was a delicious and fun experience. I received a variety package filled with amazing prime cut cold smoked salmon filets and slices, along with a recipe to create. The product was extremely high in ... Read More
Curried Pumpkin Sweet Potato Soup
One of my absolute favorite soups has always been pumpkin or squash soup, and in my opinion curry complements the sweetness of the pumpkin. I decided to make my basic pumpkin soup with a curry variation. My boyfriend, who always gives his honest opinion when it comes to my recipes, gave this ... Read More
Apple Streusel Bread
One of my weaknesses as a kid was coffee cake. There is just something so satisfying about the crumble texture and the streusel. I distinctly remember my dad and I buying an Entenmann’s coffee cake on a Sunday morning and usually finishing it between the two of us by the end of the day. Well, ... Read More
Pumpkin Bread
Nothing screams fall more than pumpkin spice. Pumpkin bread had always been one of my favorites. The pumpkin creates such a moist texture with a natural sweetness. Typically, pumpkin bread is loaded with sugar and butter, which is what makes it taste like such a treat. I decided to create a ... Read More
Pumpkin Marinara
Marinara sauce is so versatile. I have a few versions that I make, and I always try to use seasonal ingredients as much as possible in my cooking. Since it is of course fall, AKA Pumpkin season, I wanted to make a pumpkin marinara sauce. I love adding different veggies to my tomato sauces, and ... Read More
Pumpkin Curry Pasta
In my opinion, curry is one of those cozy comfort meals. Whether it’s curried rice, chicken curry, curried lamb meatballs (my favorite), curried soup...the spices are so warming and full of depth. Curry is so beneficial for digestion as well. I love the aroma that fills my house when I’m ... Read More