Soft and chewy peppermint cookies can be topped with cream cheese frosting or a chocolate ganache and a sprinkling of chopped peppermint candies. Make these with all-purpose flour or follow the alternate directions for a perfect gluten-free version! This post contains affiliate links. You know what I really love about this time of year? All …
These mini pumpkin cheesecakes are the perfect make-ahead Thanksgiving dessert. With a creamy pumpkin filling and a chocolate crust, these mini cheesecakes can even be made gluten free. This post contains affiliate links. Now that October is nearly over, it’s time to start thinking about Thanksgiving. Ok, maybe I was already thinking about Thanksgiving. What …
Blueberry coffee cake is full of fresh blueberries with just a hint of lemon. With a perfect streusel topping, this cake tastes just like your favorite blueberry muffins! Follow the alternate directions for a gluten-free version. This post contains affiliate links. We’re having some work done on our house starting this week and I’m here …
Caramel apple cake is perfectly spiced, moist, and topped with a decadent salted caramel frosting. Make with all-purpose flour or follow the alternate method for a gluten-free version. This post contains affiliate links. We’re deep into apple season over here. A visit to the apple orchard is a fall must around here. Even if we …
These chewy M&M cookies are loaded with crunchy M&M’s for a childhood classic! Make these with all-purpose flour or follow the alternative directions for a gluten-free version. Post contains affiliate links. There are some treats that are essential to childhood. Classic rice krispie treats. No-bake cookies. Funfetti cupcakes. My favorite chocolate chip cookies. And M&M …
Think that mousses are difficult to make? Think again! This easy white chocolate mousse is made with cream cheese and without eggs for an amazingly delicious treat that’s perfect for any day. I love discovering that things I thought were complicated to make are actually super easy. Remember how I taught you all how to …
This elegant Strawberry Tart features a thick layer of cream cheese filling and an easy press-in crust crowned with fresh summer strawberries. Use the alternate instructions to make this tart gluten free. This post contains affiliate links. It’s that time of year where I can’t go to the grocery store without picking up one (or …
Irish cream fudge with lots of Baileys flavor. Couldn’t be any easier to make and is naturally gluten-free! Irish cream desserts are my favorite treats for St. Patrick’s Day. Last year I made these Irish cream brownies and wanted to make something equally as chocolaty and boozy this year. By the way, if you haven’t …
Pumpkin pecan pie bars with a homemade sugar cookie crust, pumpkin filling and a pecan streusel topping. With a gluten-free option.
Caramel apple blondies with an easy caramel frosting and topped with pecans for a delicious autumnal treat. With a gluten-free option. Caramel apple treats are my favorite thing about fall. As soon as September strikes, all I want to do is bake apple-based everything, like this caramel apple cheesecake crisp or caramel apple cake. One …
Peach Crumb Bars have a shortbread-like crust, cinnamon-spiced peach layer and a brown sugar crumb topping. So perfect for summer! Recipe contains a gluten-free option. I normally go for bar recipes that use the same mixture for the crust and topping, like these caramel apple cheesecake bars. They’re just simpler! Having one less bowl to …
Blueberry Muffin Top Cookies are covered in streusel and drizzled with a lemon glaze. They’re perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a midday snack. Recipe contains a gluten-free option. These are among my favorite cookies ever. I only make them for special occasions because unless they’re destined for a birthday party, BBQ or something else, I …
Berry Cookie Cups have a sugar cookie crust and a delicious white chocolate cream cheese filling. Recipe contains a gluten-free option.
Key lime pie bars with a thick, creamy filling and a coconut cookie crust. With a gluten-free option.
Irish cream brownies are ultra dense and fudgy with a Baileys spiked ganache. Can be made gluten-free.
Strawberry white chocolate cheesecake bars have a chocolate cookie-like crust and strawberry jam topping and are perfect for Valentine’s Day. With a gluten-free option.
Orange Creamsicle Cupcakes are loaded with orange flavor and are topped with cream cheese frosting. With a gluten-free option. As a Texan currently living in gray and dreary Germany, I miss the sun. My husband and I just returned from three weeks visiting friends and family in the South where we enjoyed t-shirt weather for …
This easy gluten-free shortbread recipe is made in a tart pan and is dipped in chocolate for an extra special treat. So delicious! I’m definitely a soft and chewy cookie type of gal. The only exceptions are these Swedish pepparkakor (ginger cookies) and shortbread. I’d never made shortbread before I started working on this post …
If you’re looking for a decadent yet simple Christmas dessert, then look no further! This mint chocolate tart has an amazingly delicious chocolate, cream and egg-based filling. Prior to chilling, the filling is like pudding. After chilling, it’s luscious perfection. The crust is similar to the one in my mini pumpkin cheesecakes. That crust recipe …
Cranberry bars have a dense, coffee cake-like base with streusel and almond icing. With a gluten-free option. After Thanksgiving, I’m always stuck with an odd amount of cranberries that didn’t make it into my favorite orange cranberry sauce, a pie, or a crisp. I usually just freeze them to use at Christmas but after making …
Gluten-free pumpkin donut holes are rolled in cinnamon sugar and are generously spiced. They’re tender and perfect for breakfast or brunch. It’s only the beginning of October but I’ve already read some comments around the blogosphere about how people are tired of pumpkin. I really hope you all aren’t because for me, October is only …
Gluten-Free Apple Tart can also be made with all-purpose flour. Either way, it’s completely delicious.
Gluten-Free Blueberry Scones are perfect for breakfast or a midday snack with a cup of tea. So delicious.
These gluten-free pancakes are almost crepe-like and are served with homemade strawberry sauce! When I first made these gluten-free pancakes, I was aiming for fat and fluffy. As you can probably see, that’s not exactly what I ended up with but I wasn’t disappointed at all! These pancakes are like a cross between crepes and …