Chocolate Zucchini Bread So sweet, moist, chocolatey and gluten-free! No need to tell the kids there's zucchini in it. Servings 2 cups sugar 1 cup applesauce 3 eggs 2 tsp. vanilla 2 ½ cups gluten-free flour ½ cup cocoa powder 1 tsp. salt 1 [...]
Chocolate Almond Butter Cake with Coconut Fudge Frosting
Julia Lont2018-04-26T09:22:18-07:00Chocolate Almond Butter Cake with Coconut Fudge Frosting Surprisingly light and chocolatey this torte is made without grains and topped with deliciously gooey chocolate coconut fudge. Servings 2 cups almond butter 4 eggs 2/3 cup melted coconut oil 2/3 cup maple syrup ½ cup coconut sugar [...]
Carrot Sorbet
Julia Lont2018-04-26T08:46:45-07:00Carrot Sorbet Vegetables for dessert? You'll love the taste and the vitamins! Servings 4 large carrots, cooked 400 ml carrot juice (fresh squeezed or Columbia Gorge) Juice of one large orange 1 tsp ginger pulp 3 Tbsp agave 1 squeeze lemon juice Peel [...]
Honey Semifreddo
Julia Lont2021-10-22T12:33:39-07:00Honey Semifreddo A divine frozen dessert made with honey, coconut cream, and eggs. An absolute delight! Servings ¼ cup sliced almonds 1 egg 4 egg yolks ½ cup honey 1 ¼ cups coconut cream Mandarin orange slices (or any fresh fruit) Place almonds [...]
Bavarian Apple Tart
Julia Lont2018-02-28T10:33:34-08:00Bavarian Apple Tart A sweet and creamy dessert based on the traditional Bavarian treat, featuring cream cheese, sweet apple slices, and sliced almonds. Or try it for breakfast or brunch! Servings For the crust: 1 cup flour 1/3 cup maple sugar ½ cup butter, softened ½ [...]
Cardamom Poached Quince
Julia Lont2021-10-22T12:34:31-07:00Cardamom Poached Quince The sweet floral and honey tones of the quince are enhanced by citrus and cardamom. Also great with a dollop of cream! Servings 2# quince 1 Tbsp lemon juice 6 cups water 2 cups sugar 4 lemon slices (¼” thick) 4 orange slices [...]
Quince Paste
Julia Lont2021-10-22T12:34:51-07:00Quince Paste This traditional Spanish treat is sweet and delectable served atop a nutty aged cheese, such as Manchego. 2# quince, peeled, cored, and sliced 2 cups granulated sugar (more or less, as needed) 1. Put quince in a saucepan and cover with water. Bring to boil over [...]
Triple Berry Crisp
Julia Lont2018-02-08T14:19:34-08:00Triple Berry Crisp Simple to make, low in sugar, good nutrients, and superb flavor. Enjoy this delicious dessert using local fruit and granola. Servings 3 cups Stahlbush Island frozen blueberries 3 cups Stahlbush Island frozen marionberries 3 cups Stahlbush Island frozen raspberries 6 Tbsp. sugar 3 [...]
Quinoa-Date Chocolate Chip Cookies
Julia Lont2019-04-08T13:40:27-07:00Chocolate Chip Cookies, Gluten Free & Vegan Easy to make with a deliciously complex, sweet & nutty flavor. Recipe by nourishingmeals.com. Servings 1/2 cup packed pitted Medjool dates 1/4 cup hot water 1/4 cup coconut oil 1/4 cup honey 1/4 cup ground flax seeds 2 tsp [...]
Salted Almond Butter Fudge
Julia Lont2021-10-22T12:17:17-07:00Salted Almond Butter Fudge Decadent and delicious almond butter fudge is creamy, chocolatey and brightened by a sprinkle of sea salt. Seriously irresistible and vegan to boot! Servings Fudge Ingredients 3 cups unsalted almond butter ¾ cup virgin coconut oil ½ cup pure maple syrup ½ tsp. [...]