Baking
snickerdoodles (dairy free, gluten free, no refined sugar)
I’ve made these gems a few times this winter. I really liked them – the texture and taste. I crumbed into my vanilla ice cream and it was true bliss. Andy ate
chocolate crusted banana blondies
Jessie’s text to me after I dropped these nuggets off was “Avery just tried your desserts and said they were a miracle in her mouth!” Avery is her daughter btw
baking tips
I’m going to update and add to this list but for a start… Baking smart: Pre-heat the oven!! This is very important. Do not put your cookies/cake/tart in the oven
butterscotch brownie bars
The title in the NY Times said “These Brownies are as sweet as candy” – chewy, salty and run through with brown butter… Well, come on, how could I
blueberry pancakes (one bowl, healthy)
Andy learned how to cook last year- how to make dinner for himself – and breakfast – and well he is pretty good! Being home however, brings out the little
Gluten Free Chocolate Chip Banana Pancakes
Made gluten free pancakes and didn’t tell Andy. He had one and said “This is awful, are they gluten free?” So I researched and made them again. This time success
Chocolate Dipped Fresh Fruit
I’ve dipped a multitude of goodies in chocolate. My favorite is fresh fruit. Not just strawberries, but blueberries and raspberries and especially pomegranates. I might be alone here since whenever
lemon bliss cake
I realize that this photo is terrible and I’m sorry about that. The cake looks messy and dry, but it is not!! And all those crumbs were sooooo good. I
banana bread (gluten-free and DELICIOUS)
This banana bread is really very good. Seriously good. For real. Andy was home from school today, studying in his room and started texting me…What are you making! Smells so
pecan pie
Delicious. Scrumptious. Rich. Nutty (obviously!) Tasty. I’m not a pecan pie expert and this is the first and only one I’ve made, but I think it is the best one!
