Category: Dessert

Lemon Blueberry Cake

Are you in the mood for a light, lemony and blueberry treat? Well, this one is sure to please! This beautiful cake is all of that and more! It’s loaded with fresh blueberries, lemon zest and lemon juice, then sprinkled with some sweet powdered sugar. A perfect treat for any occassion. This is a great…

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Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins

Muffins, a staple food for a quick breakfast that tastes not only delicious but is actually not so unhealthy. With so many choices, this is one of my favorites. I love anything citrusy, and these lemon poppyseed muffins made with delicious and creamy Greek yogurt really hit the spot. They are packed with poppyseeds, loaded…

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Super Moist Banana Muffins With Chocolate Chips & Walnuts

Banana muffins. Yes, I know , you may be thinking, another same recipe for banana muffins, what’s so special about this one? Well, let me enlighten you. This recipe uses 4 ripened bananas, not 2 like most. And why 4? Well, 2 to make the batter rich and creamy and 2 to give the muffins…

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Lemon Tea Cookies

Brrrrr, baby it’s cold outside today, so I decided to brighten and warm up my day by baking these delicious lemon tea cookies! They are airy and soft and have just the right amount of that great lemon taste that compliments your favorite cup of tea (or coffee). This is an easy recipe to prepare….

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Strawberry Oatmeal Bars

Strawberries. Beautiful, red, juicy fruit that makes a huge impression in our food and in our hearts. Strawberries are so sweet and delicious. I love them sliced as a dessert and also in various recipes. This particular recipe is very healthy and a great treat for kids and adults and a great on-the-go treat. Strawberries…

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Peach Scones

Peaches are one of my favorite summertime fruit. I love them in salads, eaten whole, grilled and when I am feeling a bit domestic, in baked goods like these peach scones. Many people think of scones as some dried out baked goods, but I assure you these scones are very moist and delicately sweet. They…

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Strawberry Banana Frozen Treat-Sugar Free

You scream, I scream, we all scream “Woo-Hoo” for ice cream! But before we get ahead of ourselves, let’s really look at this beautiful recipe and see it is an actual healthier version of ice cream that does not compromise any flavor; just enhances natural flavors of fresh strawberries, milk and bananas for a cool…

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Super Duper Chocolate Chip Loaded Cookies

I enjoy baking as a way of stress relief and to put a smile on my loved ones’ faces. Experimenting with new recipes is also fun and incorporating extra chocolate chips and a bit more than usual vanilla are a sure way to see smiling faces! Eating healthy is my usual way of eating, but…

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Coconut Almond Macaroons

Happy Easter and Happy Passover! A time of new beginnings, Spring, flowers and warmer weather. There are many Easter and Passover holiday baked treats to prepare but I opted for these delicious, quick and easy coconut almond macaroons. They are truly yummy! They have a slightly crunchy outer layer and a moist, not-too-sweet center. They…

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A Special Treat For Me

  Today I had an appointment in Chinatown which is right next door to the famous “Little Italy” in downtown Manhattan. So I decided to explore a bit. I love Little Italy. It makes me reminisce anout Europe and “The Old Country.” The food, the shops are all so Italian. And the food is delicious….

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