Treat of the Week: Fruit Filled Chocolate Tacos

fruit filled chocolate taco recipe

I probably freaked some of you out last week with the Chocolate Cake recipe. It is certainly NOT light and not a good option for anyone who is trying to lose a few elbees (LBS). As promised, though, I have some lighter treats in store for you this month beginning with today’s recipe. It’s still […]

Treat of the Week: The Chocolate Cake

chocolate cake recipe

Many may be considering this weekend their last hurrah before they make their way through lent. Others of you may be getting recommitted to those promises you made yourself at the beginning of the year. Today, we’re here to give you one last shot at decadence before March gets into full swing. The truth is, […]

Treat of the Week: Raspberry Lime Madeleines

raspberry lime madeleines recipe

Looking for a sure-fire win for Valentine’s Day (or any day) ? These raspberry lime madeleines are a sure bet. We took everything that is wonderful about madeleines (crispy edges, cakey centers) and paired it with the fantastic flavor combination of raspberry and lime. They are just as unique and delicious as the orange anise […]

Treat of the Week: Apple Butter Upside Down Cake

apple butter upside down cake recipe

Some foods just don’t get the attention they deserve. For years, I felt that way about Nutella. Having enjoyed it in Europe as a young man, I sought it out at import shops upon my return to the States. Now there is no need. You can’t stumble, tumble, or surf the web or walk through […]

Treat of the Week: Banana Butterscotch Blondies

banana butterscotch blondie recipe

About 30 seconds into developing the recipe for this week’s Treat of the Week I found myself asking ‘why isn’t this combination more common?’. With the non-stop line up of mint chocolate this and cranberry orange that, why haven’t we gotten on board with banana butterscotch. I am telling you now, once you have tried […]

Treat of the Week: Citrus Zingers

citrus zinger cookie recipe

Winter can be dreary. Fortunately, markets are dotted with the bright colors of citrus to cheer things up a bit and remind us of the promise of spring. This week we take advantage of the bounty to make our treat of the week… Citrus Zingers. The base of this recipe is a basic sugar cookie, […]

Treat of the Week: Grape Cupcakes

grape cupcake recipe

“Somebody’s coming!” Darrell exclaimed in a hushed but excited tone. The three of us, Kenny and Darrell, who were brothers, and I, scrambled to hide just on the other side of the landscaping garage. We knew that if we were caught picking and eating the park manager’s grapes there would be trouble. We were the […]

Treat of the Week: Spiced Pear Ice Cream with Salted Caramel Swirl

spiced pear ice cream with caramel swirl recipe

We’re getting a bit of a late start with Ice Cream Month, but we’ve got several great flavors coming your way this July. We begin our smooth journey with this pear ice cream. If you like the flavor of pear, you are going to LOVE this treat. The ice cream is delicious, but the caramel […]

Treat of the Week: Chocolate Swirl Meringues

chocolate swirl meringues

We’re lightening up a bit this week for summer. This sweetly simple treat is easy to make and perfect for calorie-conscious dessert lovers. For all the flavor and texture it has, there is little fat involved. Served with some fresh fruit or even a bit of frozen yogurt, this ‘cookie’ could be a great alternative […]

Treat of the Week: Chocolate Ice Cream

best chocolate ice cream recipe

Or as I like to call it, the last chocolate ice cream recipe you will ever need. I have been using this recipe for years with the same delicious results each time. It is super creamy and has just the right bitter to sweet ratio for me.  We officially kick off ice cream month in […]

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