This coconut cake is very moist and full of coconut flavor. Perfect for Easter Day when topped with a generous layer of "Fluffy" Buttery Cream-Cheese Frosting and sprinkled with shredded coconut on top. Yummm! 2 1/2 cups whole wheat pastry flour OR spelt flour 1 cup full-fat coconut milk 1 cup filtered water (or … [Read more...]
Pate Brisee (Pie Crust) “Soaked”
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Pâte Brisée [paht bree-ZAY] is a French term for "short pastry". It is a rich, flaky dough used for sweet and savory crusts for pies, tarts, quiches, etc. This dough is very forgiving and easy to work with, if it rips when rolling it out simply press it back together. This recipe has been updated to include a soaking … [Read more...]
Baked Pumpkin Custard
Custards are delightful desserts and this baked pumpkin custard fits into that same category...smooth, rich, and creamy. Most assume that making custard is difficult...it does take some time and careful watching, but it's so worth the effort! I like to serve these custards with a creme-brulee style sugar topping (see … [Read more...]
No-Bake Chocolate-Coconut Cheesecake *
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This sugar-free version of a no-bake cheesecake is every bit as satisfying as it's sugar-filled cousin. The coconut crust adds a lovely texture and taste along with the chocolate filling. If you are not on a sugar restricted diet, you may substitute 1/3 c.+ honey for the stevia powder, and instead of vanilla stevia - use … [Read more...]
Chocolate Cupcakes
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These chocolate cupcakes are simple and easy to make. They are soaked overnight in order to neutralize phytic acid, which makes them more digestible and nutritious. Read more about phytic acid in whole wheat. If you'd like these cupcakes to have a richer, more chocolaty flavor just add a little pure chocolate extract to … [Read more...]
