Desserts

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Chocolate Coconut Macaroons

These simple vegan cookies make a sweet treat anytime of day– and they freeze well too!

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Earl Grey Shortbread Cookies

Earl Grey tea is a classic black tea with delicate citrus notes from the addition of bergamot. This fragrant tea adds a wonderful and distinctive flavor to simple shortbread cookies. You can add fresh orange zest and/or dried lavender for a more sophisticated cookie. Adapted from www.marthastewart.com

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Pineapple Upside-Down Cupcakes

Chop up a whole fresh, local pineapple for this fun, tropical-flavored recipe!

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Pecan and Squash Tart

Pecans are blended with vanilla and coconut to form a creamy base for sweet, roasted squash.

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Belfast Brownies

Rich cakey chocolate brownies with a touch of mint for an Irish touch.

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Salted Chocolate Pecan Bars

A raw version of rich pecan pie, highlighted with dark chocolate and just a teeny taste of salt.

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Strawberry Shortcake

Refreshing strawberries pair with a bright lemon and vanilla poundcake for a classic summertime dessert.

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Vegan Coconut Whipped Cream

This delicious rich whipped cream is very simple but does need a few hours of inactive time to be successful. Store a mixing bowl and electric metal beaters in the freezer a couple of hours before making whipped cream.

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Peanut Butter Cookies

These Peanut Butter cookies are amped up with oat bran, whole-wheat flour, and flaxseeds for a healthier version of a classic snack.

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Chocolate Banana Berry Mochi

Mochi is a sweet rice flour dessert that makes for a great hand-held treat for all your beach days. It's gluten-free and vegan too!