It’s Here!

June 13, 2009

It’s finally here!  Sweet Freedom is now available for purchase

If you’d like a copy of the book, skip on over to my other blog for all the details. 🙂

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Glazed Almond Bars

June 12, 2009

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Buttery, rich base topped with chopped almonds and a sticky, gooey glaze.  An impressive dessert that’s ultra-easy to make!

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This recipe will appear in my upcoming cookbook, Sweet Freedom, scheduled for publication in early 2009. To receive an email when the book is available, please click on “Sign Up to Order” at right, or email sweetfreedomcookbook@gmail.com .

Vegan Butter Tarts

June 5, 2009

A buttery, flaky crust, gooey, raisin-studded filling–these are rich, delicious butter tarts in every way–without butter, eggs, or sugar, of course!

This recipe will appear in my upcoming cookbook, Sweet Freedom, scheduled for publication in early 2009. To receive an email when the book is available, please click on “Sign Up to Order” at right, or email sweetfreedomcookbook@gmail.com .

For the recipe, see my other blog, Diet, Dessert and Dogs .

Ultra Fudgy Brownies

June 4, 2009

Who says vegan brownies can’t be rich and fudgy?  These are decadent tasting, fudgy, and are free of wheat, eggs, dairy or refined sugars, yet contain healthy fats. Could there be anything better?

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This recipe will appear in my upcoming cookbook, Sweet Freedom, scheduled for publication in early 2009. To receive an email when the book is available, please click on “Sign Up to Order” at right, or email sweetfreedomcookbook@gmail.com .

Crisp on the edges with a slightly sandy texture and flavor that’s not too sweet, these gluten-free confections are the perfect light dessert with tea. 

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With a boost of protein from sunflower seeds, these also make a great mid-afternoon snack!

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This recipe will appear in my upcoming cookbook, Sweet Freedom, scheduled for publication in May, 2009. To receive an email when the book is available, please click on “Sign Up to Order” at right, or email sweetfreedomcookbook@gmail.com .

A fresh alternative to baked goodies, these bars are naturally sweet and chewy, a perfect dessert when you’re looking for something light and healthy.

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Without the frosting, they also make a great take-along energy bar.

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This recipe will appear in my upcoming cookbook, Sweet Freedom, scheduled for publication in early 2009. To receive an email when the book is available, please click on “Sign Up to Order” at right, or email sweetfreedomcookbook@gmail.com .

Intensely chewy with a unique mix of flavors, these bars will convince you that decadence can reside in healthier sweet treats!

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This recipe will appear in my upcoming cookbook, Sweet Freedom, scheduled for publication in early 2009. To receive an email when the book is available, please click on “Sign Up to Order” at right, or email sweetfreedomcookbook@gmail.com .

A dense, chewy chocolate chip cookie–yes, you can bake these without the usual ingredients!

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This recipe will appear in my upcoming cookbook, Sweet Freedom, scheduled for publication in early 2009. To receive an email when the book is available, please click on “Sign Up to Order” at right, or email sweetfreedomcookbook@gmail.com .

 

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 Light, intensely lemony with a generous sprinkle of poppyseeds.

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While it’s impressive enough for guests and can feed a crowd, this is also a great cake to have on hand at home when you feel like  a snack.

This recipe will appear in my upcoming cookbook, Sweet Freedom, scheduled for publication in early 2009. To receive an email when the book is available, please click on “Sign Up to Order” at right, or email sweetfreedomcookbook@gmail.com .

My Mother’s Cheesecake

March 4, 2009

 Light, lemony “cheesecake” filling in a cookie crust and criss-cross cookie topping.  This is my adaptation of a classic homemade cheesecake my mom used to make.

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This recipe will appear in my upcoming cookbook, Sweet Freedom, scheduled for publication in early 2009. To receive an email when the book is available, please click on “Sign Up to Order” at right, or email sweetfreedomcookbook@gmail.com . The recipe is also published here.