Hold me closer, tiny tartlets. You get me with your cuteness. Every. Single. Time. Pies may be gorgeous and rustic, but tartlets are irresistible. Two bites and you're done. Then you eat another one....and then another. I received many requests for pecan pie this month. It's just that time of year! Pecan pie is a bit too sweet for me and I'm not a huge fan of the texture. Since I can't do eggs, I decided to use my pumpkin pie recipe as the base. I made tiny pumpkin pie tartlets, topping them ... read more
gluten free vegan mini chocolate pumpkin cheesecakes
Mini chocolate pumpkin cheesecakes. Well, aren't you a sight for sore eyes? Gluten free chocolate cookie crust with a vegan chocolate-pumpkin swirl cheesecake filling. No baking. No dairy. It's just magical. My mom came over the other day and I served her these little gems. She said to me, "Sara, this is the most amazing dessert EVER!" My mom may be my biggest fan, but she is quite smitten with my gluten free vegan cheesecakes. This recipe did not disappoint her in any way. The combination of ... read more
gluten free vegan apple cranberry pie
Let's just take a minute and gaze at the beauty of a slice of freshly-baked pie. Isn't it glorious? I just think pie is one of the most stunning desserts, imperfections and all. Rustic deliciousness at it's finest. Now that Thanksgiving is only a few weeks away, I'm starting to plan my pie baking. This is serious business, people. It's not Thanksgiving without pie. Pumpkin pie is a must (of course). Some favor pecan pie, some go for coconut cream. I always go for the fresh fruit pie. Apple ... read more
dairy free peanut butter cups
Candy, candy and more candy. That's what comes to mind when I think about trick-or-treating as a kid. As soon as we would get home, we would sort it all out. The four of us, my siblings and I, would make piles of all the different kinds of candy. The chocolate (the most valuable), the sour, the chewy, the lollipops and the most unwanted. The unwanted pile usually consisted of smarties and tootsie rolls. We of course would try and trade for the candy we wanted most. I always went for the ... read more
gluten free vegan mini cinnamon apple loaves
Next to muffins (and cookies), my favorite thing to make for my family are quick breads. Loaves of yummy goodness that you mix, pour and bake. No fuss. Banana and pumpkin bread are always the most requested around here. For some reason they also request, "no nuts!" Since I'm the only one that seems to think nuts in banana bread is a good idea, I usually leave them out. Anyone else enjoy the added texture and flavor from walnuts or pecans in their quick breads? I know I'm not crazy. I have a ... read more
recipes from gluten free baking by rachelle
Hello, my name is Rachelle and I'm from Gluten Free Baking By Rachelle. I was diagnosed with Celiac in 2009, my husband is gluten intolerant along with two of our kids. I have been cooking and baking since I was a little girl, I always told my mother I really would not benefit learning how to cook and bake as a child, she ensured me that I would think differently later in life, boy was she right because it has become my passion. When I was diagnosed with Celiac I was in utter ... read more
gluten free vegan gingerbread skeleton cookies
I did it. I took a classic Christmas cookie and made him a little creepy. The adorable gingerbread man cookie is now more suitable for Halloween. I think he's still pretty cute, even if he's dead. Gingerbread skeleton cookies. Another "spooktacular" sweet treat! These frosted gingerbread men cookies are soft, not too sweet, and totally gingery. I like my gingerbread cookies on the thicker side so they stay nice and soft. You can make them as thick as you'd like. The simple icing is just ... read more
gluten free vegan ghost cupcakes
As promised, I'm sharing more "spooktacular" halloween treats! Did you get a chance to check out the mummy cookies that I shared last week? Totally adorable and not too scary. I have to thank pinterest for always inspiring me to get creative during the holidays. There are so many fabulous halloween tricks and treats out there. Be sure to follow me on pinterest, where I'll be sharing all of my most recent and favorite recipes! These ghost cupcakes are the easiest allergen-free halloween treat ... read more
dairy free pumpkin spice milkshake
Apparently California didn't get the memo that it's actually fall, not summer. It's October and we're still wearing shorts and flip-flops. As much as I love the summer, 5 months of heat is enough for me. I'm ready for cozy sweaters, boots, scarves and a hot cup of chai tea. Until it totally feels like fall, I'll just be sitting over here enjoying a pumpkin spice milkshake! I don't remember the last time I had a real, made-with-vanilla-ice-cream, milkshake. With how many cartons of So ... read more
gluten free vegan pumpkin waffles
My husband's two favorites....homemade waffles and anything pumpkin. He would have me make belgian waffles every morning for him, if I was that kind of wife. I wish I could tell you that I was, but sadly I'm not. His married to a baker though, a baker that has to create new recipes every week. That makes him one spoiled man! Have any of you tried my waffle recipe? It's a staple in our house and we've made them countless time. The batter couldn't be easier and not only are they gluten free, ... read more