The summer heat always makes me crave tropical flavors, and what is more tropical than coconut and mango? This Coconut Mango Tapioca Pudding mimics my favorite Thai dessert, Mango and Sticky Rice, with one bonus difference: a lot less sugar! Using unsweetened coconut milk and a mere third cup of sugar, versus the traditional sweetened condensed … Continue reading Coconut Mango Tapioca Pudding
Desserts
No-Bake German Chocolate Cheesecake
July's Birthday Celebration Dessert recipient couldn't decide between cheesecake and German chocolate cake. I immediately thought, "Why not combine them?!" As a bonus to make in the summer heat, this no-bake recipe does not require the oven! TIP: There are three parts to this recipe: the Oreo cookie crust, the chocolate cheesecake layer, and the … Continue reading No-Bake German Chocolate Cheesecake
Russian Tea Cakes
These little nutty shortbread cookies are found in several different cultures throughout the world. In Russia, they're made with hazelnuts and called Tea Cakes. In Mexico, they're made with almonds and called Wedding Cookies. In the Southern USA, they're made with pecans and called Pecan Sandies. And sometimes, usually at the holidays, they're simply referred … Continue reading Russian Tea Cakes
Sugar Plum Cream Cheese Danish
The only thing I like more than Starbucks' Sugar Plum Danish during the holiday season is the freedom to make it at home all throughout the year, using cleaner ingredients, and for much cheaper! I'm including two different options: one using premade puff pastry from the grocery store, and the other for those who wish … Continue reading Sugar Plum Cream Cheese Danish
Melted Snowman Peppermint Bark
Peppermint bark is easily one of the most popular holiday sweet treats. It can be pricy to buy premade, but not to worry: it's super easy to make at home! This version is special, however. Sprinkles and candies turns this tasty peppermint bark into adorable Melted Snowman Peppermint Bark. Try making this with your kiddos, … Continue reading Melted Snowman Peppermint Bark
Spiced Carrot Cake Cookies with Cream Cheese Frosting
My husband's favorite desserts are carrot cake and cookies. So when I saw this fun marriage of both sweets, I had to make them! They taste just like traditional carrot cake, complete with drizzled cream cheese frosting on top. TIP: If you love nuts in your carrot cake, add toasted walnuts! But be sure to … Continue reading Spiced Carrot Cake Cookies with Cream Cheese Frosting
No Churn Banana Chocolate Chip Ice Cream
I dream of someday bringing home a Breville Ice Cream Maker to experiment with all kinds of delicious ice cream flavor ideas. But just like everyone else right now, we need to be smart with our money. So this summer, we're celebrating no churn ice cream recipes! One of the easiest flavors for beginner ice … Continue reading No Churn Banana Chocolate Chip Ice Cream
Vanilla Panna Cotta with Fresh Berries
In Italian, panna cotta means cooked cream, and in any language, it tastes heavenly! This creamy, sweet dessert tastes is reminiscent of custard or pastry cream, without the eggs. If you've never had it before, I highly recommend you give it a try! With all deference to the Italians who created panna cotta, I wanted … Continue reading Vanilla Panna Cotta with Fresh Berries
Butter Pecan Cake with Pecan Cream Cheese Frosting
One of my dad's favorite flavors is butter pecan, and for good reason! So when I came across these recipes online, I knew I had to make it for Father's Day. If you enjoy the butteryness and crunchy pecan flavor of Butter Pecan ice cream, you'll really enjoy this cake! TIP: Don't skip toasting your … Continue reading Butter Pecan Cake with Pecan Cream Cheese Frosting
Strawberry Lemon White Chocolate Blondies
The springtime sunshine is starting to stick around where I live, which is putting me in the mood for fresh, summer flavors! So when Kim at The Wad Squad tried Partylicious' recipe for Strawberry Lemon Blondies, I knew I had to try them! Lemon is such a versatile flavor! It's sublime on its own, but … Continue reading Strawberry Lemon White Chocolate Blondies
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