Nothing compares to a warm, gooey homemade cookie – ima right?? It’s one of those nostalgic experiences that instantaneously brings us bliss =) And if you’re anything like me a sad, disappointing cookie (lacking flavor and textural contrast) is a fine way to ruin that beloved cookie experience! That’s why I worked long and hard to create a healthier cookie that still checks all the boxes for being delish!!!  A few key ingredients for a […]

It’s been a while since I posted a grain-free recipe and I knew I wanted it to involve chocolate and fluffy cake. I decided on a chocolate chip cookie and cake donut mash-up with the addition of my favorite floral flavor – lavender!  We all love a nostalgic Chocolate Chip Cookie and fresh donuts are equally irresistible so let’s enjoy the best of both! I used nutrient rich ingredients and sweetened with applesauce and stevia […]

After lots of love on Instagram and Facebook I am finally sharing the official recipe for this healthyish yet super decadent tiramisu torte! Confession: Although I love the flavors of tiramisu I dislike how the texture and layers become very “muddy” and become one homogenous mess despite all the work that goes into each component. So I dreamt up this torte with more firm and distinct layers that also cuts and photographs so well! Each […]

Triple Chocolate Brownies (GF, Vegan option) The perfect marriage between cakey and fudgy, these gluten free triple chocolate brownies are irresistible! First off, a few hints to make any brownie recipe even better: 1) use melted chocolate in addition to cocoa powder, 2) Use strong coffee as your liquid, 3) find a recipe that has a high fat to flour ratio, 4) use just as dash of baking powder (anymore and they will be quite […]

I was craving Lemon + Creaminess + Cake (anyone else having flashbacks to the Lemon Creme Cake at Olive Garden??) so I knew I had to create a sweet and citrusy indulgent treat! This Golden Lemon Creme Cake checks all my boxes for a satisfying citrus dessert and it’s crazy easy! The cake is soft, fluffy, naturally a bright yellow color, and has the perfect amount of lemon “zip.” The lemon cream cheese-esque frosting is […]

An amazing scone requires only a handful of ingredients which is why the quality and ratio of ingredients is so vital! Scones are all about the: butter, flour, cream/buttermilk, and optional flavorings. Equally important is the texture which is why the process of mixing (or rather minimizing mixing!) is crucial.  The fun part about this much healthier recipe is that we are still using the same simple method and short ingredient list, just making a […]