Ready for more party treats? Try my cake batter dip, pumpkin cake pops, and unicorn balls next. 99% of the time, my family asks me to make a Starbucks run–it’s not for coffee–it’s for cake pops. I get it. They’re popular for a reason, but they’re much better when you make them at home. For this recipe, I used some leftover cake and frosting from recipe testing. Suffice it to say we don’t get them from Starbucks anymore!...
Got a bunch of tortillas and not sure you have time to use them? Storebought tortillas last about 3 to 4 weeks in the refrigerator. But if you’re like us, sometimes you’ll over-purchase and end up with a load that you don’t need. Does freezing these flatbreads work, or will they come out soggy and cracked? Here’s what to know. Can you freeze tortillas? Freezing tortillas works effectively to extend their life....
Wow is what you’ll say about the velvety flavor of this soup that tastes like sunshine: our favorite carrot ginger soup! It’s great for using up a big bag of carrots, or when you’re in the midst of a gray season craving sun. Alex and I are usually of the opinion that pureed soups aren’t worth the work since they’re not filling enough to be a meal. But this one is absolutely worth it for the warm and comforting flavor....
Need a gooey sauce for dipping? Try this easy Cheese Sauce recipe! It’s lusciously smooth and creamy, ideal for draping over broccoli spears or pooling on top of fries. Even better: it’s so simple to whip up! It takes just a few minutes and requires a handful of ingredients. But if you’ve ever worked with melted cheese: you’ll know there are a few tricks to working with this magical golden drizzle....
What’s the quickest and nutritious way to feed your family when you are time-poor? In my opinion, eggs. Whether it’s breakfast, lunch or dinner, eggs are always a sure fire way to satisfy your loved ones. The fact is I love all kinds of egg dishes from simple scrambled eggs to sweet meringues. Apart from quick scrambled eggs for breakfast, one of the dishes that appear on our menu very often is delicious curry made with eggs....
Dark chocolate hummus is a bit unexpected, but wow is it oh-so-delicious and a fan favorite snack for parties and gatherings! This sweet spin on the savory dip has a rich chocolaty flavor and creamy texture. Instead of vegetables like a traditional hummus, treat it like a fruit dip and serve it with strawberries, pineapple, green apple slices, and our favorite: salty pretzels. This healthy appetizer is always a hit and impresses everyone!...
My family has many Christmas traditions, one of my favorite of which is this Christmas cranberry pudding. My grandma makes this dessert every year on Christmas Day. As a child, I was wary of it (a dessert without chocolate?!). But when I finally reached the age to be adventurous enough to try it, I realized what all the adults had been talking about. This stuff was amazing! It’s the style of Christmas pudding referenced in those old carols and Christmas stories, and a total treat....
Need a great punch recipe for the holidays? Try this Christmas Punch! The flavor is fruity and delicious, with a little sparkle from ginger ale. You can make it with rum for a punch with alcohol, or omit it for non alcoholic. Either way, it tastes incredible! The best part? Garnish it up with sliced citrus, rosemary branches and cranberries. It couldn’t be more festive or beautiful. Ingredients in this Christmas punch recipe This Christmas Punch recipe is incredibly easy with minimal ingredients....
Here’s a two ingredient cocktail that tastes greater then the sum of its parts: the Stinger cocktail! Talk about sophistication. This genius combination of Cognac and crème de menthe is a classic cocktail with hundreds of years of history. But mysteriously, it reached its height of popularity in the 1970’s. Today, it’s one of the lesser known classics: but we think it needs a revival. Take one sip and it’s Cognac scented, but with a surprising minty freshness on the finish....
Are you a fan of baking with coconut flour? We love baking with it, as it truly transforms desserts and bakery items into something quite delicious. If you’ve tried my coconut flour brownies, coconut flour cookies, or coconut flour muffins before, you know we have things right! This coconut flour cake recipe adds another to your baking arsenal. You may be familiar with my coconut flour chocolate cake. This recipe is a little different because it’s more like a blank canvas (similar to a low carb vanilla cake)....
I’m all about healthy single-serving desserts, especially if they are quick and easy. Mug cakes are one of my favorites, like a protein mug cake, almond flour mug cake, and keto mug cake. After sampling the delicious classic coffee cake from Starbucks, I wanted to recreate it and give it a single-serving treatment. Why you’ll love this coffee mug cake recipe Perfect texture. Fluffy on the inside, tender on the outside, and topped with a delicious streusel topping....
If you’ve been lucky enough to try Mexican pan dulce before, then you know about the magic that is concha. This super soft and pillowy Mexican sweet bread is as addictive as any donut but swaps the powdered coating or vanilla glaze for a swoon-worthy crackled seashell topping. My homemade recipe makes a batch of vanilla and chocolate conchas, although you can have fun customizing the flavors and colors any way you like!...
Nothing is “healthy” like lentils. While lentils are well-known as one of world’s healthiest foods, they are also super easy to prepare. This vibrant yellow curry called dal fry is a beautiful combo of yellow lentils cooked with fragrant spices. A combination of tuvar dal (yellow split lentils) and chana dal is used to create the best texture for this delicious lentils curry. Like this recipe? Then join Veg Barn on Facebook, Pinterest and Instagram....
Love no bake desserts? Try my peanut butter mousse, no bake lemon cheesecake, no bake brownies, or cookie dough bites next. If you love a good chocolate mousse or enjoy my chocolate creme brulee, add chocolate pots de creme to your menu next. It’s my go-to dessert when I’m entertaining because they look and taste SO fancy, but honestly, they are easy to make. Why I love this recipe Quick and easy....
Chocolate and Easter is a winning combo – don’t you agree? Chocolate, obviously, brings in extra decadence to any special occasion. So, how about a classic truffle recipe loaded with the right amount of sweetness from chocolate? Easter egg truffles. The yellow center surrounded by white coconut and the final chocolate dip make these truffles taste out of this world. The coconut is lightly toasted for extra flavor and combined with condensed milk to make egg shaped truffles....
Easy keema paratha. Thanks to the ingenious hack to prep and cook parathas with zero kneading and rolling, these are my new favourites. It’s a fun way to cook stuffed parathas for weeknight dinners with minimal effort. So delicious and brimming with classic flavors! I’m pretty sure that you love cool recipe hacks as much as I do. So, I just can’t stop talking about this viral stuffed flatbread hack that’s going to make meal prepping easier....
Looking for a killer citrusy salad dressing? Here’s a favorite that’s quick to put together and tastes like a million bucks. This lemon vinaigrette tastes like pure lemon. It makes gives all salads a refreshing zing, with only 4 ingredients! (Plus salt, of course.) This easy lemon salad dressing is just begging for you to make a salad. Come, we’ll show you how it’s done! The ingredients you’ll need You only need 4 ingredients for this lemon vinaigrette: plus salt, which we’re assuming you’ll already have on hand....
There’s nothing we love more than a great artisan pizza, with the perfect supple charred crust and gooey toppings. But of course, there’s not time for that every day. Here’s a great shortcut to pizza night: Pita Pizzas! This recipe uses pita bread to stand in as the crust of a personal pizza. It’s the trick to a quick and easy meal, and it’s especially a hit with kids. Not sure what’s for dinner?...
Looking for an easy raspberry sauce? This raspberry compote has your name on it! This sweet tart sauce is ultra versatile. It’s perfect for drizzling on chocolate cake or cheesecake. Or, use it for swirling into yogurt or oatmeal for breakfast, or as a topping for pancakes or waffles. Anything goes here! Alex and I originally made this to go with our flourless chocolate cake. It was the perfect tart antidote to the fudgy sweet cake....
Wow, are you going to love these. Here are the very best applesauce muffins! They’re light and fluffy, spiced with just the right amount of cinnamon and ginger. They couldn’t be easier to make: just pop all the ingredients in the blender. The best part? The batter has no flour: just rolled oats! It makes them a healthy way to get your muffin fix. You’ll be amazed at how the oats blend into the perfect muffin texture....
