Desserts

Whether you crave sweet, savory, decadent or healthy, read on for some great dessert recipes to satisfy your taste buds.

Big Bites Exclusive: Dark Chocolate Earl Grey Mousse (Vegan, Gluten Free)

Big Bites Exclusive: Dark Chocolate Earl Grey Mousse (Vegan, Gluten Free)

Some recipes in Big Bites are nothing short of magical, and this vegan, gluten free Earl Grey Dark Chocolate Mousse is one of them. I made this recipe on Good Morning America last month and the anchors’ faces when they tried their first mouthfuls were… *chefs kiss*.

My Christmas Menu

My Christmas Menu

This Christmas, I’ve curated a menu that features six recipes that promise to add a touch of nostalgia to your festive table. I have developed, loved and leant on these recipes for so many years – some being adapted from my mom and precious childhood memories, and others having been discovered and adapted in more recent years.

Peppermint Bark Cookies (Crisp & Chewy!)

Peppermint Bark Cookies (Crisp & Chewy!)

If there is one cookie you make of mine this holiday season, it should be these Peppermint Bark Cookies. They’re crispy on the outside, chewy on the inside, gluten free and dairy free if you want them to be!

Festive Grapefruit Olive Oil Cake (One Bowl & SO Moist)

Festive Grapefruit Olive Oil Cake (One Bowl & SO Moist)

This is the perfect Christmas, holiday season cake – my festive Grapefruit Olive Oil Cake is made in one bowl, can be made ahead of time and just so happens to be gluten and dairy free. It’s incredibly moist, dramatically high and even better the next day!

Gluten-Free Vanilla Almond Biscotti (Gluten-free, Dairy-free)

Gluten-Free Vanilla Almond Biscotti (Gluten-free, Dairy-free)

This gluten-free Vanilla Almond biscotti recipe creates the perfect dry, crisp cookie that’s just sweet enough, and perfect for nibbling on with tea at night, or dunking into my coffee in the morning or afternoon.

Super-Moist Chocolate Pumpkin Loaf Cake (Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Refined Sugar Free)

Super-Moist Chocolate Pumpkin Loaf Cake (Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Refined Sugar Free)

This one-bowl, super moist, chocolate pumpkin loaf cake comes together in no time, and I can’t stress this enough: it is so, so good. If you’re a chocolate lover looking for a healthier Fall dessert, this has your name written all over it.

3-Ingredient Salted Caramel Sauce (Vegan, Refined Sugar Free)

3-Ingredient Salted Caramel Sauce (Vegan, Refined Sugar Free)

You’re about to dig into your favorite Fall dessert – a warm brownie, a scoop of vanilla ice cream, or a fresh apple slice… What’s missing?
This 3-Ingredient Salted Caramel sauce, that’s what!

One-Bowl Banana Bundt Cake with Coffee Glaze (Gluten Free, Less Fat, Less Sugar)

One-Bowl Banana Bundt Cake with Coffee Glaze (Gluten Free, Less Fat, Less Sugar)

This is easy, stress-free fall baking at its finest. My one-bowl banana bundt cake has an abundance of rich banana flavor, is made in a single bowl, and contains half the fat and sugar of a traditional banana cake – yes, I said HALF. (But trust me, you’d never know it!)

My Labor Day Menu

My Labor Day Menu

Labor Day is almost here, and you know what that means – it’s time to gather around and celebrate the last hurrah of summer with the people who mean the most to us. I don’t know about you, but for me, this holiday isn’t just about the long weekend; it’s about creating moments that we’ll cherish long after the leaves start to change.

Blueberry Dump-It Cobbler (Half The Fat & Sugar) (Gluten Free)

Blueberry Dump-It Cobbler (Half The Fat & Sugar) (Gluten Free)

Remember how you all swooned over my Dump-It Strawberry Cobbler? Well, buckle up because I’m back with another irresistible twist that’s equally tempting. If you haven’t tried your hand at these recipes before, get ready to indulge in a dessert so effortless, it practically begs to be enjoyed all day long – from lazy summer evenings to a cheeky morning treat (don’t worry, your secret’s safe with me!).

One-Bowl Zucchini Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting (Gluten Free, Less Fat, Less Sugar)

One-Bowl Zucchini Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting (Gluten Free, Less Fat, Less Sugar)

When I’m making zucchini cake, it’s because I want cake: fluffy, high, moreish…. and frosting – especially if it’s cream cheese frosting! Too many zucchini cakes come out of the oven looking (and tasting) like zucchini bread dupes, with nuts and maple syrup and a dense texture that isn’t quite what I had in mind when I started. But that ends right here, right now with this recipe.

Strawberry Dump-It Cobbler (Half The Fat & Sugar!) (Gluten Free)

Strawberry Dump-It Cobbler (Half The Fat & Sugar!) (Gluten Free)

You won’t believe how easy it is to create this guilt-free indulgence that’s perfect for Fourth of July festivities or any summer evening (or hey, even breakfast – no judgment here!)

My Fourth of July Menu

My Fourth of July Menu

Gather your loved ones, set the table and and prepare to indulge in a Fourth of July celebration featuring a menu that is delicious, nutritious and (my favorite part) simple! Created with love and plenty of taste testing, this menu is just a snippet of what I’ll be serving friends and family this Independence Day.

Cold-Oven Pound Cake (Healthier + One-Bowl!) (Gluten Free, Dairy Free Optional)

Cold-Oven Pound Cake (Healthier + One-Bowl!) (Gluten Free, Dairy Free Optional)

A healthier take on a classic pound cake. I thought it couldn’t be done, but here she is! Perfect for any time of year, but particularly a make-ahead dessert for summer parties that will satisfy adults and kids alike.

Mixed Berry Crumble Bars (Gluten Free, Refined Sugar Free)

Mixed Berry Crumble Bars (Gluten Free, Refined Sugar Free)

There’s just something about summer time that makes me think… PIE. With the Fourth of July less than a month away, pie is particularly on my mind. These Mixed Berry Crumble bars are an unexpected twist on your classic pie but so much easier to make.

Easy Cinnamon Baked Pears (Gluten Free, Dairy Free)

Easy Cinnamon Baked Pears (Gluten Free, Dairy Free)

Whether you have perfectly ripe pears begging to be used or simply have a craving for a healthy, easy dessert you can make ahead of time, this recipe is the answer. 

Jumbo Bakery-Style Orange Poppy Seed Muffins (Gluten Free, Dairy Free)

Jumbo Bakery-Style Orange Poppy Seed Muffins (Gluten Free, Dairy Free)

I made the mistake of baking these Orange Poppy Seed Muffins for Saturday breakfast a few weeks ago and my kids have expected them every morning since.  I’ve created a monster…  Bake at your own risk!

Super Moist Glazed Lemon Yogurt Cake (Gluten-Free)

Super Moist Glazed Lemon Yogurt Cake (Gluten-Free)

My Glazed Lemon Yogurt Cake may be the perfect spring cake – it’s wonderful for for brunch or dessert, and it’s so easy to make that I often get the kids involved.