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Teff Blueberry Pancakes

Add to ❤ Favorites Pancakes aren’t exactly what most people envision as a nutritious meal, but these blueberry teff pancakes pack a powerful nutritional punch – the perfect breakfast or brunch for refueling and enjoying a good meal after your weekend run. Ingredients for 2 servings 1 egg 1 tablespoon coconut oil, melted (plus more for greasing the pan) 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup ¾ cup (6 ounces) milk of choice ½ cup (2 ounces) teff flour ½ cup + 1 tablespoon (2.2 ounces) whole wheat flour ½ teaspoon baking soda 1 teaspoon baking powder ½ teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon 1 tablespoon of water ~1 cup blueberries, fresh or frozen Read the Instructions here  

Peanut Butter Cup Flourless Chocolate Cake Roll

Add to ❤ Favorites A moist, tender sponge cake filled with a creamy peanut butter cup mousse, enrobed in chocolate ganache. Ingredients for a cake For the chocolate sponge cake 8 large eggs, separated 2/3 cup granulated sugar 1 Tablespoon + 2 Tablespoons + 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder, divided 1/8 tsp salt 2 Tablespoons brewed cold coffee (leftover is fine) 1 teaspoon vanilla extract For the filling 2 ounces cream cheese, softened 1/3 cup peanut butter 1 cup powdered sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 2-4 tablespoons heavy cream About 1/2 cup chopped peanut butter cups (about 9-10 miniature peanut butter cups) For the topping 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips 2/3 cup heavy cream About 1/2 cup chopped peanut butter cups (about 9-10 miniature peanut butter cups) Read the Instructions here  

Pink Champagne Cupcakes

Add to ❤ Favorites Ingredients for 20 cupcakes 1 box (16.25 oz) white cake mix 1 1/4 cups sparkling rosé (pink champagne) 1/3 cup vegetable oil 3 large egg whites 1 tablespoon vanilla extract Pink Champagne Frosting 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened 5 cups Dixie Crystals Confectioners Powdered Sugar 2 teaspoons vanilla extract 3 to 4 tablespoons sparkling rosé (pink champagne) Pink gel food coloring, optional Read the Instructions here  

Strawberry Shortcake Parfaits

Add to ❤ Favorites Strawberry Shortcake Parfaits are a summer must-make dessert! No baking and they come together quickly! Ingredients for 6 servings 3 cups chopped fresh strawberries 2 tbsp. granulated sugar 1 pkg. (3.4 oz.) vanilla instant pudding mix 2 cups milk 2 cups angel food cake cubes (1/2-inch) 2 tbsp. toasted almond slices or slivers Fresh strawberries, for garnish (optional) Read the Instructions here  

Chocolate Pear Cake

Add to ❤ Favorites Rich and decadent chocolate cake with 4 pears baked whole inside, one fancy and tasty dessert for any occasion. Ingredients for a cake 1 cup of butter (room temperature) 2 cups of sugar, plus 1/4 cup for dusting the rim 4 eggs (egg whites and egg yolks separated and room temperature) 1 cup of cornstarch 2 cups of all-purpose flour 1 cup of milk 1 Tbs of baking powder 1 tsp of instant coffee 2/3 cups of chocolate milk powder 1/3 cup of cocoa powder 4 green anjou pears (peeled) 1/8 cup powdered sugar (to coat the top) +/- to desired coating Read the Instructions here  

No Bake Fresh Strawberry Cream Cheese Pie

Add to ❤ Favorites A buttery graham cracker crust filled with sweetened cream cheese and topped with a mountain of juicy fresh strawberries.This gorgeous no-bake pie is the perfect spring or summer dessert. Ingredients for 6-8 servings CRUST: 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs about 10 sheets 2 tablespoons brown sugar or granulated sugar pinch salt 6 tablespoons unsalted butter melted FILLING AND TOPPING: 8 ounces cream cheese softened, not light 1/3 cup sweetened condensed milk 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract 3 tablespoons powdered sugar 5 cups halved or quartered fresh strawberries 2 tablespoons strawberry jam or preserves heated slightly, if necessary, to thin it out Read the Instructions here  

Churro Cupcakes

Add to ❤ Favorites Churro Cupcakes – Dreamy cinnamon and vanilla cupcakes with Cinnabon Cinnamon Cream Cheese Frosting and a sugary churro on top! To date, these churro cupcakes are my favorite dessert yet! Ingredients for 16 servings Ingredients 1 cup granulated sugar 1/2 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature 2 large eggs 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract 2 teaspoons baking powder 3/4 teaspoons baking soda 1 + 2/3 cup all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon 3/4 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup heavy cream 1/2 cup full fat sour cream For the Frosting 12 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature 3 cups confectioner’s sugar 8 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature 5 teaspoons ground cinnamon 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract 1 package Churro Mix or store bought churros Read the Instructions here  

Chocolate Chip Tahini Banana Bread Muffins

Add to ❤ Favorites Chocolate Chip Tahini Banana Bread Muffins are a great snack or breakfast treat! Made with bananas, Greek yogurt, organic whole wheat flour, and tahini. Whip these up for a healthy grab and go option during the busy week! Ingredients for 12 servings 1 1/2 cups mashed ripe banana 1/3 cup plain Greek yogurt 1/3 cup tahini 3 tbsp unsalted butter, melted, slightly cooled 1 tsp vanilla extract 2 large eggs 1/2 cup granulated sugar 1/2 cup brown sugar 1 1/2 cups Bob’s Red Mill whole wheat flour 3/4 tsp baking soda 1/2 tsp kosher salt 1/3 cup dark chocolate chips, finely chopped 1/3 cup mini chocolate chips + more for garnish Read the Instructions here  

Blueberry Sour Cream Waffles

Add to ❤ Favorites These light and fluffy Blueberry Sour Cream Waffles with a sweet maple glaze are perfect for breakfast or brunch. The waffles freeze well, so make a double batch! Ingredients for 4-6 servings FOR THE WAFFLES: 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons baking powder 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon salt 3 tablespoons granulated sugar 1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted 2 large eggs 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract 1 cup sour cream 1/4 cup whole milk 1 heaping cup fresh blueberries, plus more for serving FOR THE MAPLE GLAZE: 2 cups confectioners’ sugar 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted 3 tablespoons pure maple syrup 2 tablespoons whole milk Read the Instructions here  

Almond Cinnamon Monkey Bread

Add to ❤ Favorites Ingredients for 4 servings 1 cup unsweetened Almond Milk 2 eggs, beaten 3 TBSP ground cinnamon 2 TBSP Almond Extract 2 cans buttermilk biscuits 1 stick unsalted butter, melted 1 cup brown sugar Read the Instructions here  

Chocoflan Recipe

Add to ❤ Favorites Ingredients for 4 servings Chocolate Cake 1/2 cup cajeta or caramel sauce plus extra for drizzling at the end 1 cup butter at room temperature 1 cup granulated sugar 2 large eggs 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 2 cups all-purpose flour 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder 1 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1 cup Mexican Coca-Cola* 1/2 cup buttermilk regular or low-fat Flan 4 ounces cream cheese softened 4 large eggs 12 ounce can evaporated milk regular, low-fat, or fat-free 14 ounce can sweetened condensed milk regular or fat-free 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract Read the Instructions here  

Chocolate Crumble Chai Ginger Mousse Parfait

Add to ❤ Favorites Ingredients for 4 servings Chai Concentrate 3 cups water 12 chai tea bags (I use this brand – it is affordable and flavorful) 1 cup nut milk Healthy Chocolate Sauce 1/2 coconut oil, melted 1/2 cacao powder 1/4 cup maple syrup Crispy Chocolate Cookies 1 cup crushed chocolate cookie crumbs (I use this vegan brand) Spicy Ginger Mousse 1/4 cup homemade chai concentrate (see method) 2 avocados 1/4 cup cacao powder (I use this brand) 1/4 cup maple syrup 1 tsp grated ginger pinch of salt Read the Instructions here