Oh, Valentine’s day. While I do enjoy celebrating with my husband, I think every day should be a celebration of love (cheesy, I know). With that said, I’ll take any excuse to make a chocolate treat, since we don’t often have sweets around the house. These brownies do not disappoint. The whipped cream adds a … Dark Chocolate Black Bean Brownies with Fresh Strawberry Whipped Cream
Growing up with a sister who has diabetes, we were always doing our best to watch carbs and make sure there were desserts she could enjoy as well. Her go-to dessert that she would prepare for us was what she called “5-minute mousse” which was simply sugar free pudding and whipped topping. It’s the easiest … Cherry and Pomegranate Chocolate Mousse Parfaits
While I’m not the biggest dessert person, I can never resist sweet baked apples and a warm, crumbly crust. Cinnamon whisky (aka Fireball – cue the Pitbull dance party) can be seen at pretty much any football tailgate these days, but since I had a bottle in the freezer, I figured why not bake with … Whiskey Apple Crumble
I’m not the biggest dessert person, but there’s something comforting about a cold sweet treat on a hot sunny day (especially if it’s chocolate!). This creamy, decadent dish is the perfect combination of bitter dark chocolate, sweet raspberries and cooling mint. If you want a completely dairy-free dessert, simple use dairy-free chocolate chips (like Enjoy … Simple Dark Chocolate-Raspberry Ice Cream
Unlike several of the customers I talk to, breakfast is my favorite meal of the day and I always make time for it. The key to a balanced breakfast is including a protein, carbohydrate and fat to keep you full and satisfied until lunch. Although I’m normally a peanut butter girl, one of my friends … Almond Butter Banana Bread
Even as a dietitian, there are some days (ok, most days) when I need dessert. It’s doesn’t have to be anything extravagant or heavy, just something sweet to end my meal. I know it’s not quite ice cream weather yet, but I love a cold treat any time of the year. I made sorbet back … Quick Fruit Sorbet: 2 Ways
Blood oranges are at their peak of freshness right now. I love using these gems in sauces, vinaigrettes and desserts because they add a beautiful color and sweetness. Although I’m not a huge baker (as you guys have probably figured out by now), I do enjoy making sweet treats now and then, especially if they … Blood Orange Cake
I’m not a huge sweets person, but dark chocolate is my weakness. I’m known to need “a chocolate” – even if it’s just a nibble. With Valentine’s day right around the corner, I figured I would share a cookie recipe that has two of my favorite things – chocolate and dark beer (which are a … Double Dark Chocolate Guinness Cookies
I’m not much of a dessert person, but occasionally I find myself craving a sweet treat. This week I decided to challenge myself and make one of my favorites – carrot cake. But how make it healthier? Yes, it already has carrots, which is great, but I also added my secret weapon (that is about … Fall Carrot Cake
