Simple Strawberry Tart

I celebrated my birthday this week and instead of the typical cake, I chose to make something a little different.  And surprisingly, it does...

Lychee Fritters

Every now and then, I'll try a dessert and think, "Mmmmm that was really good!" and then forget about it and move on.  But som...

Puff Pastry Peach Tartlets

  Summer is almost over but there's still time to enjoy some delicious peaches.  There's just something so incredibly intoxicating a...

Pineapple Macapuno Pockets

I remember back in pastry school, we had this thing called "Mystery Basket Fridays." Basically, you walk into the kitchen and at...

Coconut Palmier Hearts

On a previous  post, I mentioned that I made these coconut palmiers for a family get-together and they absolutely loved it. Well, I'm fi...

Not-So-Nutty Fruitcake Cookies (Vegan, Nut-free and Soy-free)

I may have doomed these cookies for life by naming them after a much despised holiday treat.  And I know a lot of you will dismiss them just...

Deep Fried Apple Pies

Okay. I know what you're thinking. Deep fried apple pies? For Thanksgiving? Why....YES! Come to think of it, these are perfect for any t...

Avocado Ice Cream

  Photo Credit: Kristen Somera Just when I was starting to enjoy the cool weather, it heats up again! Well, I guess it's not too late fo...

Allergy-friendly Chocolate Banana Pops (Vegan)

Are you looking for an allergy-friendly frozen treat to beat the heat?  Try these chocolate banana pops.  My kids LOVE them!  I used Enjoy ...

Karioka (Deep-fried Coconut Rice Balls with Brown Sugar Glaze)

When my friend brought these over a few weeks ago, I said something that I wished I didn't . "I wish I knew how to make karioka. No...