Desserts

Honey Almond Fig Cake

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Honey Almond Fig Cake

It’s fig season, and what better way to celebrate than with Honey Almond Fig Cake. Fig season generally runs from August through October – so look out for tons more fig recipes from all your favorite bloggers.

Let’s talk about Figs for a minute. I love figs. It all started in Kindergarten when they used to pass out Fig Newtons during snack time. Remember those? I’m not going to lie, they were my favorite snacks. At the time, though, I did not make the connection between the sweet fruit-filled bar and the actual fruit. That mental connection didn’t happen until many years later. (more…)

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No Added Sugar Watermelon Coconut Popsicles

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No Added Sugar Watermelon Coconut Popsicles

It’s been HOT. So hot. Unbelievably hot. Unbearably hot. I wouldn’t mind the heat if it wasn’t so humid too. That’s what I get for making Northern VA home. I shouldn’t be complaining though, it didn’t start warming up around here until mid-June. Then, inexplicably, we went from 60 F to 95 F seemingly overnight. Also, I shouldn’t be shocked. It is what it is, I guess. I’ll be complaining about the heat and humidity every year, every time we hit a heat wave. You can count on it.

The only thing we can do to beat the heat is stay indoors, where it’s nice and air-conditioned and snack on some No Added Sugar (as long as you don’t add the ganache) Watermelon Coconut Popsicles. (more…)

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Secret Ingredient Date Walnut Bread

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Date Walnut Bread

Happy Eid! We made it through the month of Ramadan, and we can finally enjoy a steaming mug of coffee during daylight hours. I always take my morning coffee for granted until Ramadan rolls around and reminds me just how crucial that cup of coffee is for me and my ability to function most of the day. What did you miss most during Ramadan? Let me know in the comments. (more…)

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Knafeh [Sweet Cheese and Shredded Phyllo Pastry] Cheesecake

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Knafeh Cheesecake

My favorite Middle Eastern dessert of all time is Knafeh. Knafeh is a traditional Palestinian dessert made with cheese, shredded dough, and soaked in a sweet syrup. The dessert traces its origins to the city of Nablus, where it is most famously made with Nabulsi cheese. (more…)

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Chocolate Pomegranate Cakelets

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Chocolate Pomegranate Cakelets

Valentine’s Day happens to be one of my favorite days of the year. Contrary to popular belief, it’s not because it’s supposed to be a day for celebrating romance. As a matter of fact, while romance in the movies is adorable, it freaks me out in real life. Do people really want giant bears, and to be drowning in roses?! Sure it looks great in a styled Instagram photo.  But let’s be practical here.  I don’t know about you, but I’d rather not be crammed in an overpriced restaurant with 50 other couples sitting one foot away from each other like ducks in a row listening to each other’s conversations. That’s not to say Valentine’s Day shouldn’t be acknowledged. I won’t say no to flowers on Valentine’s Day, or cheesily asking if I’d be your Valentine. However, I’d much rather have someone show love by randomly picking up my favorite snacks, or sending me relatable memes, or if you’re crafty or artsy, I’ll seriously appreciate something you made by hand. It’s the millennial in me, I guess. That’s me — but don’t think for a second that when friends ask me what they should be doing for their significant other, I don’t come up with cheesy elaborate schemes (something along the lines of romantic movie level showing affection). (more…)

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Date Filled Cinnamon Rolls

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Date Filled Cinnamon Rolls

Happy New Year! And Happy Date Filled Cinnamon Rolls! (we can hit the gym next week)

2017 was one heck of a year. I celebrated a major milestone birthday. Then had a magical summer and fall to follow. I did a ton of international travel. 2017 was my year. I felt energetic, brave and empowered; like I could take on the world. I didn’t let life beat me down. Chocolate Cake, may or may not have had the power to pull me out of a pretty brutal disappointment. As I look back, 2017 was good to me, for the most part. I guess there’s no such thing as perfect. (more…)