Farm Fresh Apple Crisp

Our recent family outing was to a local apple farm. The Honeycrisp, Gala, Blonde and Jonagold apples were ready for pickin’, and we brought home several bags for eating and baking.

Three (monsterously large) honeycrisp apples were cored and chopped to make this insanely amazing farm fresh apple crisp. 

We again opted to use gluten free and dairy free ingredients so our child could partake. This can be made with or without the substitutions and the results will be equally incredible.

Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Banana Muffins

Those browning banana’s can turn into some real magic with this allergy conscious muffin. Banana, pumpkin puree, gluten free flour and diary-free chocolate chips create a extremely moist and tasty treat.

If you do not have allergy concerns you can also follow this recipe one-to-one with your standard AP flour and chocolate chips. Either way these are delicious and fun for everyone!

Fruity Pebble Ice Cream (Dairy free)

A childhood favorite cereal is our inspiration for this dairy-free summer treat. Soymilk, vanilla and coconut milk infused with fruity goodness. This is a simple and fun excursion that has a light and creamy texture that is sure to restore those summer time vibes.

Light Limoncello Ice Cream

Inspired by my childs current obsession with lemon, this light version of a limoncello highlights creamy vanilla and bright lemon flavors.

Truly refreshing and extremely simply to whip up.

Egg Nog Sugar Cookies

This is a traditional cookie that our child loved this past year. Combining a rich creamy egg nog infusion into the traditional sugar cookie base is a true delight.

Mix up some egg nog glaze and you have a match made in holiday heaven.

Pour a tall glass of egg nog and enjoy this simple and delicious cookie.

Bring some to your next holiday gathering.

Chocolate Vanilla Twist Sugar Cookie

Sugar cookies are a canvas of baking perfection, capturing the essence of holidays and sweet culinary joy. The ingredients needed are humble – flour, sugar, butter, and eggs – yet, when combined with precision and care, they transform into something magical.

Chocolate and vanilla have distinct and contrasting flavor profiles. Chocolate tends to be rich, deep, and sometimes bitter, while vanilla is sweet, creamy, and has a subtle, floral aroma. The interplay between these contrasting flavors creates a dynamic and enjoyable taste experience.

The sugar cookie embodies the nostalgic essence of childhood, conjuring memories of baking sessions with family, holiday traditions, and the joy of indulging in a treat that transcends generations. These unpretentious delights, with their timeless charm, continue to be a symbol of sweetness and comfort.