Melts-In-Your-Mouth Flourless Chocolate Cake

This is definitely the easiest cake I have ever made! It’s Gluten Free, can be made dairy or pareve, with eggs or with egg substitute, so versatile! You make it in one bowl, it’s not too sweet, and is a real crowd-pleaser. Perfect for Passover or all year round. It’s decadent, so just a small slice will suffice. It literally melts in your mouth!  Serve with Cocoa Whipped Cream(recipe below), Pareve Cocoa Whipped Topping(recipe below) or vanilla ice cream.

Chanukah Menu

Tonight Chanukah begins! Here are some of my favorite recipes found on this site that you can make for your festive meals during the week:

• “Baked Lemon Chicken”
• “It’s Easy to Keep the Traditions Latkes”
• “Sweet Potato Latkes”
• “Nicky’s Pepper Spread”
• “Latke Toppers”
• “Debbie’s Mandarin Orange Salad”
• “Apple Pie Dessert Latkes”
• “Chanukah Cookies”

Wishing you “Chag Chanukah Sameach”, have a Happy Chanukah, and stay healthy and well!

Coconut Pyramids

Coconut Pyramids

In these uncertain times, I’ve decided to repost a recipe from several years ago Not only are these easy but they can serve as a fun project with the kids. Coconut Pyramids are delicious treats that remind us of the Israelites’ exodus from Egypt. These were originally introduced to me by a beloved family member when I visited her in England. She told me that she made them every Passover.  In order to recreate her recipe, I took my “Awesome Coconut Macaroons” and changed them into cute little pyramids!  If you want to drizzle/dip with chocolate, or hazelnut spread, check out the tip section below.

Be well and stay safe.  Have a Happy Passover!

Fried Bananas for Chanukkah

Fried Bananas for Chanukkah

Here is a quick and easy dessert for Chanukkah and also healthy! You can make this with graham cracker crumbs and/or shredded coconut. I make this gluten-free using gluten-free graham cracker crumbs. (Coconut is naturally gluten-free). This is the perfect ending to your Chanukkah feast. Young children will enjoy getting the banana slices ready for frying. An added bonus: the coconut oil leaves a wonderful scent in the house! Happy Chanukkah, Chag Chanukkah Sameach! 

Amy’s Chocolate “Matzah Delights”

Happy Passover, Chag Sameach!

This is a recipe from my son’s friend’s family. I am re-posting this recipe because it is by far the most requested Passover dessert by my family! This is the easiest chocolate covered matzah recipe and will certainly steal the show (Seder)!! This would also make a great host/hostess gift to bring to the Seder. Enjoy!

Apple Pie Dessert Latkes

 

Apple Pie Dessert Latkes

I wanted to make something different this year for Chanukkah.  I came up with these delicious and easy latkes that taste just like apple pie, crust and all! Serve them for dessert at your Chanukkah gathering, they are not too sweet and are healthy.  Top them with dairy options (see below) or just eat them plain. Enjoy and Chag Chanukkah Sameach!

Raspberry Lemon Cloud Minis

Raspberry Lemon Cloud Minis

 

Shavuot, the holiday that celebrates the giving of the Torah to the Jewish people on Mt.Sinai, begins tonight. It is customary to eat dairy foods. Here is a simple, delicious and calorie-friendly dessert that you can make in a flash. Enjoy and Chag Sameach!!  

Easy Honey Orange Dressing for Fruit

 

Easy Honey Orange Dressing for Fruit

For Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year, or at any time, here is an easy and quick dressing for cut fresh fruit. It incorporates honey, an important ingredient in holiday cooking, ensuring a sweet New Year. Shanah Tovah! Have a happy and a healthy New Year! 

Ingredients:

1 Tbls. honey

½ cup orange juice

Zest from ¼- ½ orange

Method:

1. Mix all ingredients in small bowl.
2. Marinate cut fruit of your choice in dressing or serve on the side ladled over fresh cut fruit.

Passover Fruit Crisp (Pareve)

Passover Fruit Crisp

This will be the perfect ending to your wonderful Seder, so delicious, lightly sweet, and a breeze to prepare. I took a shortcut and used frozen fruit. This dish is pareve, and can be lightly reheated if you have any leftovers (not likely!). Everyone will want this recipe, you might be starting a new tradition! Wishing everyone a Happy Passover, Chag Sameach!

Aunt Hannah’s Pumpkin Mandel Bread (Gluten Free & Egg Free Options Too)

Aunt Hannah’s Pumpkin Mandel Bread

Just in time for Thanksgiving, this recipe combines a traditional Jewish favorite with Thanksgiving flavors. Think of Mandel Bread as “Jewish Biscotti”, crunchy on the outside, but in this version, softer on the inside. The original recipe is from my friend, Marty’s Aunt Hannah, who lived to be 100 years old. This is such an easy recipe to make, it is very healthy and can be made in Gluten Free & Egg Free Versions. Bring this for Thanksgiving, Chanukkah or any holiday that you celebrate and you will have everyone asking for the recipe!! May Aunt Hannah’s memory be a blessing!