Aren’t you lucky, it’s a two-fer! These have become two of my favorite go to sweet treats while I’m trying out keto and lowering my carbs. I too am concerned about my fat intake on this “diet” so feel free to reduce the fat by using light cream or low fat cream cheese. The pudding … Continue reading Blueberry Chia Pudding and Raspberry Cheesecake Cups
Category: baking
Keto Everything Bagels
Like many of you, I am making an effort to clean up my eating habits and drop a few Covid-era pounds, by adopting a keto friendly diet in 2023! I came across this recipe through a program I am loosely following and reluctantly gave it a go. I was highly skeptical based on my New … Continue reading Keto Everything Bagels
Gallagher’s Should-be-Famous Irish Soda Bread… Muffins!?
I took a friend's family recipe for Irish soda bread and tweaked it to make muffins! Many of you on social media reached out for the recipe so here it is! Sláinte!! Ingredients: Makes 12 large muffins or 1 loaf 4 cups flour1 cup sugar1 tsp baking soda2 tsp baking powder1 tsp salt1 stick unsalted … Continue reading Gallagher’s Should-be-Famous Irish Soda Bread… Muffins!?
Crockpot Lemon Blueberry Cobbler
Got berries? Make a cobbler! This semi-homemade recipe is a total no-brainer. Prep takes just minutes, the crockpot does all the work and the result is a deliciously decadent dessert. Enjoy!! Ingredients: Serves 8 - 10 cooking spray 6 cups blueberries, rinsed 1 tbsp corn starch 1 box lemon cake mix 1 stick salted butter Directions: Lightly coat … Continue reading Crockpot Lemon Blueberry Cobbler
Fantastic Focaccia
Happy Summer, ya'll!! They say the third time is a charm and I most certainly agree, especially when it comes to homemade focaccia bread! I made a loaf last night to go with a sweet and savory farmer's style ragú I served over penne with pesto, and it was my best loaf yet; oily yet … Continue reading Fantastic Focaccia
Raspberry Cheesecake Double Dark Chocolate Protein Muffins
Who can resist a protein muffin that tastes like a dessert?! I took my all time favorite protein enriched muffin recipe and gave it a bit of an upgrade by adding cheesecake filling. Sure, its adds a few calories but it's worth it!! Delight in these decadent muffins for breakfast or as a late night … Continue reading Raspberry Cheesecake Double Dark Chocolate Protein Muffins
Pizzagaina
Whether you call it Pizzagaina, Pizza Rustica or Easter Pie... I give you permission to eat it anytime! It takes some effort but it's worth it I promise, and so is the wait (you've gotta let it rest)! This was my first attempt at making Pizzagain' (that's what we call it in our fam) and … Continue reading Pizzagaina
Baked Blackberry Croissant French Toast
Try making this easy yet decadent breakfast casserole next time you need to feed (and wow) a crowd! It's your basic french toast casserole complete with egg batter but what makes it special are the flaky croissants that take the place of boring old bread! Oh, and don't forget the hidden layer of gooey blackberry preserves … Continue reading Baked Blackberry Croissant French Toast
Tropical Carrot Cake Muffins
Got a new square muffin tin and decided to create a special new muffin recipe to test it out! These carrot cake muffins take on a tropical twist with the addition of pineapple and coconut. They are super moist, protein packed and can be served for breakfast, as a snack or even for dessert! And … Continue reading Tropical Carrot Cake Muffins
Double Dark Chocolate Muffins with Raspberry and Coconut
In case you can't tell, I'm obsessed with Kodiak Cakes products, especially their flapjack mixes! I use them more for making muffins than I do for pancakes or waffles! What I love about these products is that they are made with whole grains and fortified with added protein. For example, these muffins pack approximately 8-10 … Continue reading Double Dark Chocolate Muffins with Raspberry and Coconut
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