I couldn't take it anymore. Â After two carb-free days to lose the 2 pounds I had gained after an indulgent week, I had to have CARBS. Â A few days ago I was back down to my desired weight and I approached the day with a smile on my face. Â 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 →
Strawberries and Cream Popovers
Quick to make, easy to assemble, and visually appealing. Â A lovely, original alternative to traditional strawberry shortcake. Â 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. Â While handling and … Continue reading →
French Almond Cake with Green Tea Honey Glaze
Oh. Â My. Â Golly. Â Goodness. Don't let the simple appearance of this cake fool you - there's nothing simple about the flavor. Â Almonds, vanilla, green tea and honey combine to make this a truly remarkable cake. Â Light and airy, layers of flavor, and the perfect touch of … 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? Â I stumbled upon that little fact by accident this morning and I am so glad I happened to notice that. Â Because had I not, this Daring Gourmet original would never have been born! Â 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! Â 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 →
Chocolate Marshmallow Mint Sandwich Cookies
Another Daring Gourmet original for your St. Patrick's Day sweet tooth. Â Tender, chewy chocolate cookies with a creamy marshmallow mint filling. Â 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: Â 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. Â 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 →
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 →
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 →