Don't for one second think that just because these dark chocolate peppermint truffles are healthy that they actually taste healthy. Nope. They taste of decedent, rich, dark chocolate-y goodness with a hint of cooling peppermint. Christmas dessert perfection. I love the peppermint and chocolate combo all year long but it's extra special during Christmas. Something about chocolate and peppermint instantly makes me think of Christmas trees and opening gifts, and snow. Anyone else? Let's … [Read more...]
Favorite Black Bean Brownies (Gluten Free)
This recipe was previously published on Robust Recipes a long time ago! It has been updated to create a better brownie baking experience for you. Enjoy!!! Don't you just wish you were the one to take the bite out of that brownie?! It was a delicious, glorious moment. Perks of being a food photographer!!!! I have been known to share a few brownie recipes here on ze blog - red wine brownies, fudgy olive olive brownies, and almond joy black bean brownies.... just to name a … [Read more...]
Homemade Nutella
Friends, are you ready for today's recipe? Just by reading the name of the title, half of you are drooling and are excitedly running to your kitchen to get started! The other half of you are thinking, "But I can just buy a jar of Nutella from the store and call it a day." That's true, you can buy a jar of Nutella. It's convenient, it's decadent and delicious. OR you could make your own jar of Nutella and feel like a rockstar! Guess what, the homemade version is, of course, better than the … [Read more...]
Chocolate Coffee Avocado Pudding (V + GF)
There are no words to describe how wonderful this dessert is. Seriously, for once I am speechless. I mean, this is food we’re talking about; I always have something to say about food. But not this time. I ask you, what do I say about a dessert that is made from something savory, such as avocados, and is turned into something indulgent, dreamy, and that looks or tastes nothing like its original form? You have to, HAVE TO promise me that you will try this dessert! That is truly the … [Read more...]
Almond Joy Raw Energy Balls
Happy Monday friends, I have some exciting news to share with you! Paul and I bought our very first house. Goodbye apartment that won't let us use our grill anymore; hello to our very own house with a large backyard so that we can grill whenever we want! Yes, being able to grill again is one of the things I am most looking forward to. I have missed out on some serious grill time so far this summer, I will be playing catch-up shortly. Anyways, we are moving in as you are reading this. We … [Read more...]
