Blame it on all the Stampede midway and all the crazy food pairings you can sample, but last week I really had a hankering for something sweet. I always love a good s’more, but sometimes you don’t have all the fixings. So I scrounged up some chocolate chip cookie mix (Betty Crocker Mix) and marshmallows…
Nuttin Butter Cups
Peanut Butter and Chocolate- It’s pretty much the best combination EVER BUT I’ve been trying really hard to be mindful of my diet and reducing my sugar intake, so I decided to try this “paleo” friendly recipe for peanut butter cups. It’s so simple, coconut oil, almond or peanut butter, honey, cocoa and vanilla. I…
“Almost” Paleo Brownies
It’s no secret I love chocolate and brownies are my biggest weakness. Steering towards more of a Paleo diet we have cut majority of refined sugars, grains and dairy out of our eating since the New Year and I have been in big time withdrawals for dessert. So I went on the hunt for alternatives…
Backwoods Pineapple Cake
Food is one of the few comforts that you can find when in the backwoods with little to no modern conveniences, especially when you have the ability to pack limited ingredients and supplies. That’s why this pineapple yum yum cake (I know it needs a better name, hence the title) was such an amazing treat…
Blueberry Almond Tart
After making a huge roast dinner last night I thought this dessert would be a light accompaniment to the hearty prelude. Not only was it delicious but I like the rustic look of a simple puff pastry with fruit and almonds. You could also modify later in summer and use peaches or apples with cinnamon. To have…