Another Daring Gourmet original to enjoy before the Summer is through. This cake is special. The smell of it baking, its magnificent flavor, its delicate texture and graceful appearance...this cake is absolutely delightful. … Continue reading →
Chocolate Almond Quinoa Cake
Chocolate Almond Quinoa Cake. No flour. 100% gluten free. And quite possibly THE best chocolate cake you've ever had! Trust me on this. "Nuh-uh" you say. Take another look, a little closer up. … Continue reading →
Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Bread
Thanks to Green Giant™ Veggie Snack Chips for sponsoring this post! Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Bread. Clearly I was experiencing some flavor combination cravings that wouldn't be satisfied until I unleashed my experimental powers in the kitchen. And fortunately … Continue reading →
Classic Lemon Meringue Pie
Lemon custards, puddings and pies have been made and enjoyed since the Middle Ages. Meringue came on board some time during the 1600's and then, in the 1800's, Swiss baker Alexander Frehse came up with the brilliant idea of combining the two - lemon and meringue - to make … Continue reading →
Pakistani Chickpea & Pistachio Fudge (Besan Ki Barfi)
Besan Ki what?? The name, yes the name. And it's precisely the name that drew my attention to it in the first place and intrigued me enough to give this traditional Pakistani treat a try. If you had come across a sweet called "barfi", wouldn't you have wanted to try it … Continue reading →
Lemon Coconut Muffins
I love pretty much any baked goods with lemon. Can't think of an exception. Lemon has a way of bringing carbs to life, which is probably why lemon zest is a central component to German and European baking at large. That and butter. Must have butter. But these muffins … Continue reading →
Bananas Foster Popovers
Thank you to Pollinate Media Group and Huggies for sponsoring this post. Sponsored post A few months ago when I was trying to think of ideas to use up a large batch of fresh strawberries, the idea of using popovers in place of traditional shortcake came to mind. … Continue reading →
Orange Chocolate Hazelnut Bread
Does that hazelnut oil in the picture look familiar to you? That's right! You saw it in my Hazelnut Shortbread Cookies where I lavishly praised its name. Hazelnut oil is simply too good to let sit unused in the refrigerator, so I wanted to put it to use. And since I love … Continue reading →
Mega Healthy Honey Olive Quinoa Cake
My family's health is of utmost importance to me, especially my kids' health. I'm always looking for creative ways to incorporate healthy ingredients into my cooking and baking. This cake is no exception and I can't begin to tell you how excited I am about it! I felt like … Continue reading →
Caramel Banana Upside Down Bread
I couldn't take it anymore. After two carb-free days to lose the 2 pounds I had gained after an indulgent week, I had to have CARBS. A few days ago I was back down to my desired weight and I approached the day with a smile on my face. An almost intoxicated giddiness set … Continue reading →
Hazelnut Shortbread Cookies
I purchased some marvelous hazelnut oil from an international grocery store in Seattle a week ago. I finally opened it and inhaled...deeply. The aroma, oh my, the aroma! I bought it with the intention of using it as a finishing oil, primarily for salads and vegetables. … Continue reading →
Key Lime Pie
Mmmmmm, wouldn't you love a slice of this right now? I would! I Love key lime pie. That's right, "Love" with a capital "L". I have to tell you, I've tried several recipes, including more complicated and time-consuming ones, but not one has been better than this one. … Continue reading →
Strawberries and Cream Popovers
Quick to make, easy to assemble, and visually appealing. A lovely, original alternative to traditional strawberry shortcake. You can substitute any berry of your choice. The idea for these came on whim as I was making popovers to go with a stew. While handling and … Continue reading →
French Almond Cake with Green Tea Honey Glaze
Oh. My. Golly. Goodness. Don't let the simple appearance of this cake fool you - there's nothing simple about the flavor. Almonds, vanilla, green tea and honey combine to make this a truly remarkable cake. Light and airy, layers of flavor, and the perfect touch of … Continue reading →
BEST Peanut Butter Cake
This Peanut Butter Cake recipe is simply THE BEST EVER! But don't take our word for it, check out all the rave reviews and then experience this cake for yourself! BEST Peanut Butter Cake Recipe Before we get to the peanut butter cake recipe, two things: 1) I need … Continue reading →
Mega Healthy Peanut Butter Cookies
Whole Wheat Peanut Butter Cookies Recipe These cookies are absolutely LOADED with healthy ingredients! We all need more wheat germ, oat bran, flax seeds, and coconut oil in our lives. What you would call peanut butter cookies that incorporated all of these? Yes, I … Continue reading →
Whole Wheat Pear Upside Down Gingerbread Cake with Caramel Sauce
Did you know it's National Caramel Day today? I stumbled upon that little fact by accident this morning and I am so glad I happened to notice that. Because had I not, this Daring Gourmet original would never have been born! It's like happening to be at the right time and … Continue reading →
PBJ Sandwich Cookies with Strawberry Marshmallow Cream Cheese Filling
It's National Peanut Butter and Jelly Day! You didn't think for one second that I would let this day pass us by without making something to celebrate, now did you? A Daring Gourmet original, these are the softest, chewiest peanut butter sandwich cookies combining three … Continue reading →
Caramel Candy Gold Bars
It was time for something sweet. This caramel candy recipe is full-proof, easy to make, and yields deliciously sweet and buttery little caramel "gold bars." Perfect for your sugar fix! (It was for mine) … Continue reading →
Chocolate Marshmallow Mint Sandwich Cookies
Another Daring Gourmet original for your St. Patrick's Day sweet tooth. Tender, chewy chocolate cookies with a creamy marshmallow mint filling. You won't be able to resist these! … Continue reading →
Mint Chocolate Meringues
An elegant and delicious treat to enjoy for your choice of holiday themes: Christmas or St. Patrick's Day! … Continue reading →
Whole Wheat Peanut Butter Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies
I wanted to make a slightly healthier snack for my little ones today (and my big one) and these cookies were the result. Enjoy them with a glass of milk! I made some of the using the traditional peanut butter cookie criss-cross method (pressing them down with a fork) and … Continue reading →
Pink Grapefruit Cream Pie
Oh. My. Goodness. Died and gone to heaven? I believe I have. Pink Grapefruit Cream Pie. Perhaps my most experimental undertaking yet. At least in the area of baking. A unexpected ingredient...no, you'll never guess. I attempted to take a nap today while the kids … Continue reading →
Pink Grapefruit Buttermilk Muffins
It's grapefruit season! Have you noticed the heaping mountains of them in the produce sections of the grocery stores? Now is the time to buy those luscious pink grapefruits because this time of year they're at their cheapest. At 3 pink grapefruits for $1 we've been … Continue reading →
White Chocolate Cherry Macadamia Nut Cookies
These White Chocolate Cherry Macadamia Cookies are a huge hit every time I make them. The sweet and salty flavor combo and the perfectly chewy texture make them a favorite with everyone who tries them. They're of course perfect any time of year but they make an … Continue reading →
Peanut Butter Sandwich Cookies With Nutella Marshmallow Cream Cheese Filling
Oh yes I did! And I'm sorry. Really very, very sorry. Because in creating and sharing these Daring Gourmet originals I will have turned every one of you into addicts. But at least you will have lost your self-control over something oh so worth it! I enjoy peanut … Continue reading →
Orange Buttermilk Cake with Orange Cream Cheese Frosting
I was just talking to one of my best childhood friends, Steffi, from Germany. Talking to her got me thinking about many of the things I miss from back home in Europe. One small, but fond item that came to mind was triggered by seeing a jug of buttermilk in my fridge. … Continue reading →
Whole Wheat Banana Buttermilk Nutella/Truffle Muffins
If you want really good banana baked goods, whether muffins, cupcakes or bread, overcoming any squeamishness towards overripe bananas is a must. That is the key to the flavor. And when I say overripe, I mean over-ripe. Like black overripe. Like … Continue reading →
Sinfully Rich Brownies
A cold, drizzly, wintery day called for making the ultimate comfort treat: Sinfully Rich Brownies. Lots of butter and lots of chocolate. Ahhh, does life get any better than this? One bite and I was HOOKED! Did I already say sinfully rich?? Like biting into some creamy … Continue reading →
Butterscotch Coconut Cookies
You’re sure to love these buttery cookies made with butterscotch chips and sweet flaky coconut. Sit back, relax, and enjoy them with a glass of milk. You deserve it. … Continue reading →
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