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    Whole Wheat Blueberry Buckle

    10.12.09 | Permalink | 2 Comments

    Photo and Recipe Source: Andrea’s Recipes
    Yum- this blueberry coffee cake is colorful, sweet and a real favorite! Plus, it’s made with whole wheat flour, so you don’t have to feel guilty indulging.
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    Ingredients
    STREUSEL
    3/4 cup (131 g) granulated sugar
    1/2 cup (48 g) whole wheat pastry flour
    1/4 cup (30 g) unbleached all-purpose flour
    1/4 cup (20 [...]

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    Chocolate Peanut Butter cupcakes

    09.28.09 | Permalink | Comment?

    Photo and Recipe Source: In Jennie’s Kitchen
    These decadent chocolate peanut butter cupcakes are so much classier than a Reese’s cup. They’re perfect for serving as a treat to the kids or as a late night snack!
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    Ingredients
    FOR CUPCAKES
    2 1/2 cups flour
    1/3 cup cocoa powder
    1 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
    1/2 teaspoon salt
    1 cup buttermilk
    2 [...]

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    Blueberry Lemon Bread

    09.14.09 | Permalink | 1 Comment

    Why not try a this blueberry lemon bread for a tasty afternoon treat? It’s the perfect combination of sweet and tart!
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    Ingredients
    1-1/3 cups all-purpose flour
    1 cup rolled oats (not instant)
    1/4 cup packed brown sugar
    pinch of salt
    1 tbsp baking powder
    1/2 tsp baking soda
    1/3 cup lemon juice
    zest of 1 whole lemon
    1/4 cup extra virgin [...]

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    Simply Delicious: Chocolate Desserts

    09.09.09 | Permalink | 1 Comment

    The 12th week of Simply Delicious is all about indulging…in chocolate! I’ve found some amazing recipes that I’m so excited to share with you. And trust me, I know you’ll find them simply delicious!
    1. Double Chocolate Bundt Cake – this cake is absolutely gorgeous and is sure to be my new favorite
    - Read the recipe: [...]

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    Homemade popsicles

    08.04.09 | Permalink | 1 Comment

    Now that the summer heat has really kicked in, I have had an urge for a frozen dessert almost every night. Ice cream isn’t always the healthiest choice & pre-packaged popsicles are often loaded with sugar.
    After successfully making Pink Grapefruit & Strawberry Granita a few weeks ago, it dawned on me that I really [...]

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    Vanilla Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting

    07.24.09 | Permalink | 2 Comments

    Though I’m typically a chocolate girl, I couldn’t help but fall in love with these whimsical cupcakes. They’re simple, colorful and absolutely delicious!
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    Ingredients
    for the cupcakes
    3/4 C butter (1 1/2 sticks)
    1 1/2 C sugar
    2 eggs
    2 1/2 C flour
    2 tsp baking powder
    1/4 tsp salt
    1 C milk
    1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
    1/4 tsp lemon extract
    for the [...]

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    Pink Grapefruit & Strawberry Granita

    07.01.09 | Permalink | 3 Comments

    Looking for the perfect summer treat? Granita’s a great, simple alternative to homemade ice cream, and delicious! Check out this amazing recipe!
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    Ingredients
    2 cups pink grapefruit juice
    2 cups fresh or thawed frozen strawberries (or raspberries)
    1/2 -1 cup superfine sugar (NOT powdered sugar)
    Note: The amount of sugar you put in depends on how [...]

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    Simply Delicious: Killer Desserts

    03.31.09 | Permalink | 2 Comments

    The 4th week of Simply Delicious brings you Killer Desserts. I’ve scoured the internet for elegant yet approachable desserts that will make you tastebuds happy. Check out these great recipes from ten awesome food bloggers, I just know that you’ll find these recipes Simply Delicious…
    1. Chewy Milk Chocolate Chip Cookies – it doesn’t [...]


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