I have been food allergen free for years now. I will admit…it gets pretty boring sometimes. I love to bake and often find myself uninspired when I can’t dole out the butter into the mixing bowl. Always the curious one, I set out to create a recipe that would trick me into thinking that I was in fact adding copious amounts of butter to the bowl. … [Read more...]
Sweets, Treats, and Baked Goods Recipes
Funfetti Cupcake Recipe (Gluten Free, Vegan)
Food allergies bite, especially around birthdays. While I cook most of what I eat from scratch and stick to a real food lifestyle, I do like to indulge in a little junk now and then. Typically my birthday is when I allow myself to have whatever the heck I want so long as it agrees with my system. The one thing I miss the most are cupcakes, … [Read more...]
Pumpkin Mousse – My Favorite Gluten Free Thanksgiving Dessert
Pumpkin Mousse - once my all time favorite dessert to make for Thanksgiving until my Double Layer Chocolate Whipped Pumpkin Mousse Pie was invented. As amazing as that pie is, it does take a bit of a time commitment. My basic pumpkin mousse is a VERY close runner up to my pumpkin mousse pie. It is easy to make, DELICIOUS, and the perfect light … [Read more...]
Quinoa Chocolate Cake Recipe
Who doesn't love a rich, chocolatey treat every now and then? I know I do! Long ago and far away I discovered that quinoa can be used as a replacement for flour in many cake recipes. Sure, it changes the texture a bit but not in a negative way. In fact, most people I have served this to don't notice the difference until I point it out. This … [Read more...]
Dreamy Cream Cheese Squares
Living with food allergies can make it a bit tough when all your friends and family are able to indulge in any food they wish without obvious repercussions. Potlucks can be a tricky in that you want to make something everyone can eat but that won't cause looks of disdain once the ingredient list is revealed. I'm known for playing it safe and … [Read more...]
Bean Fudge Gone Wild – 4 delicious and healthy fudge recipes!
I tend to get carried away with things I like. Years ago, when I saw a pumpkin bean fudge recipe posted by my friend KerryAnn, I about had a heart attack! Not only did this recipe contain my favorite – pumpkin – but it was healthy, healthy, healthy! Let's face it, we could all use some additional beans in our diet and this fudge was also a sneaky … [Read more...]
Substituting Sugar and Natural Sweeteners With Fruit
In A Hard Look At The Benefits And Concerns Of Natural Sweeteners, I outlined the benefits and the concerns of most of the major natural sweetening agents on the market today. I declared honey to be my first choice of sweeteners with “real” stevia as another viable option. One method of sweetening that I intentionally left out was fruit. … [Read more...]
100+ Gluten Free Chocolate Recipes
Chocolate lovers unite! February is filled with chocolate LOVE ... it's National Chocolate Month! Plus Valentine's Day falls on the 14th and who doesn't love a little bit of chocolate deliciousness on Valentine's Day? I know I do! Do you need some chocolate inspiration? Here are over 100 delicious gluten free CHOCOLATE recipes … [Read more...]
Easy Squash Bread Recipe (Allergen Free)
Still have an abundance of squash? Wondering what to do with it all? I have the solution and it is a yummy one! This squash bread is a fabulous addition to any meal and it makes a wonderful snack by itself. You can top it with something sweet and make it a desert if you’d like! Truly, this is versatile squash bread. Enjoy! This recipe … [Read more...]
Eggnog Holiday Bread
Eggnog. Mmmmm....have I mentioned I miss it terribly? Well, no matter. I won't let all of you suffer the holiday season without it. This Eggnog Holiday Bread is so easy to make and amazingly delicious. Your taste buds will dance. You can whip it up for a party or just eat it all yourself. Or share. There is always sharing. Anyway, be sure to … [Read more...]
This Eggnog Mousse Will Have You Running Back For More
Long ago and far away I was able to enjoy eggnog in mass quantities. I drank it daily. I baked with it. I made pancakes with it. Basically, I could NOT get enough of this amazing beverage. And then I found out I was allergic to eggs. That was a sad day. A sad sad day. However, my egg allergy won't stop me from sharing my favorite eggnog recipe … [Read more...]
Pumpkin Chia Seed Pudding
My daughter recently got hooked on this uber expensive chia seed puddins we found at our local natural foods store. They were $4 for a little 2 ounce serving. I about died at the price but was thrilled to see my daughter devouring it. Sometimes my daughter has this annoying habit of loving something at the store but then never touching it again … [Read more...]
Looking For Allergy Free Holiday Recipes? Your Wish Is My Command!
This post contains affiliate links to my favorite products. As a gluten free, egg free, dairy free, nut free, mostly grain free family, I find myself glued to the kitchen trying to create or adapt ALL THE RECIPES. While I have had pretty good luck with some of my recent Sweets and Treats recipes, I find that it is a very time consuming … [Read more...]
Double Layer Chocolate Whipped Pumpkin Mousse Pie
You know how sometimes you come across a recipe on Pinterest and think “I could never make that. It sounds amazing but it is too much work.” This is one of those recipes. But hold on… This is truly, absolutely, completely worth the two hour window of time you will need to set aside to make the magic happen. And yes folks – This double layer … [Read more...]
Homemade Chocolate Pumpkin Butter Cups
Pumpkin everything ... it's that time of year! November is already flying by quickly, but fall weather is just starting here in Northern California. The leaves are finally starting to turn beautiful shades of crimson red, orange and yellow and some are just starting to fall. Even though many people have already been enjoying pumpkin since … [Read more...]
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