Posted on February 2, 2012
Grain-Free Orange Cake & Nutritional Content of Gluten-Free Flours
If you read my blog regularly, you know I don’t do a lot of almond flour baking. I love it. It’s delicious, moist, and fun to play around with. And, it has some health benefits too. But, I’m not going to tell you it’s the only high (higher) protein flour out there. It’s not. And, [...]
Posted on October 7, 2011
Grain-Free Chocolate Cake with Honeyed Ricotta
Who doesn’t love cake, especially one that’s gluten-free, grain-free, and all kinds of good? If you read my recipes often, you know I don’t use many nut flours. Yes, they’re delicious and full of healthy fats. My history of being overweight, though, keeps me from indulging too often. Nut flours, albeit low carb, are still [...]
Posted on June 1, 2011
Mini Chocolate Pavlovas Topped with Fresh Berries
Pavlovas are the perfect gluten-free dessert. No flour necessary. My healthy recipe makeover uses low-glycemic coconut palm sugar and a lower fat ‘whipped cream’ topping so you can indulge without feeling too guilty. I love the way the meringue is crisp on the outside, soft on the inside, and melts in your mouth. Bite after [...]
Posted on May 6, 2011
Chocolate-Strawbery Layer Cake: Happy 2nd Birthday SS&GF!
This idea was shared with me a long time ago by one a friend on Twitter or Facebook – I can’t remember which. I finally got around to making it and it is divine. The strawberries keep the cake moist for days. It’s healthier, too, because most of the moisture comes from the fruit. It’ll [...]
Posted on January 24, 2011
Icebox Cake with Carob Chip Cookies
Do you ever really want to be somewhere and you just can’t? It’s one of those days for me. My niece is celebrating her 14th birthday. My heart really wants to be able to throw my arms around her, give her a big hug, celebrate her special day with her, and yes, make her a [...]
