Blog by Lolo

Indulge in the irresistible combination of dark chocolate chips, creamy peanut butter, and a hint of sea salt in these delightful gluten-free cookies. Ingredients: 1 cup creamy peanut butter 1/2 cup honey or maple syrup 1 large egg 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips Sea salt, for sprinkling Instructions: Preheat the oven to 350F 175C and line a baking sheet with parchment paper In a bowl, mix together the peanut butter, honey or maple syrup, egg, and vanilla extract until well combined Add the baking soda and salt to the mixture, and mix again until the dough is smooth Fold in the dark chocolate chips Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them apart Gently flatten each cookie with a fork, creating a crisscross pattern Sprinkle a small pinch of sea salt on top of each cook...

Enjoy the dreamy, creamy goodness of this chocolate chip coconut almond ice cream that is vegan. Its a delicious treat for any occasion because its made with creamy coconut milk, maple syrup for sweetness, and lots of crunchy almonds and chocolate chips. Ingredients: 2 cans full-fat coconut milk 1/2 cup maple syrup 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/2 cup chopped almonds 1/2 cup vegan chocolate chips Instructions: Put coconut milk, maple syrup, and vanilla extract in a blender and blend until smooth Put the mixture into an ice cream maker and churn it according to the directions on the machine Just before it stops churning, add the chocolate chips and chopped almonds Put the ice cream in a container and freeze it for at least four hours before you serve it

Funfetti HiHat Cookies are delightful and colorful treats that combine the goodness of classic sugar cookies with a creamy white chocolate coating. The rainbow sprinkles add a fun touch, making them perfect for parties and celebrations. Ingredients: 1 cup unsalted butter, softened 1 cup granulated sugar 1 large egg 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 2 and 3/4 cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/3 cup rainbow sprinkles 3 cups white chocolate chips 3 tablespoons vegetable oil Food coloring optional Instructions: Preheat your oven to 350F 175C and line a baking sheet with parchment paper In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy Add the egg and vanilla extract to the bowl, mixing until well combined In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powde...

Ice Cream Bon Bons are the perfect little after-dinner treat, combining creamy vanilla ice cream with chocolate chips and optional toppings, all conveniently wrapped in a bite-sized paper cup. Ingredients: 1 pint vanilla ice cream 1/2 cup chocolate chips 1/4 cup chopped nuts optional 1/4 cup shredded coconut optional 1/4 cup crushed cookies optional 12 small paper candy cups Instructions: Allow the vanilla ice cream to soften slightly Mix in chocolate chips and any optional toppings like chopped nuts, shredded coconut, or crushed cookies Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and scoop small portions of the ice cream mixture onto it, forming balls Place the baking sheet in the freezer and let the ice cream balls firm up for about 30 minutes Once the balls are firm, transfer each one into a paper candy cup Place the bon bons back in the freezer for at least 2 hours, or until completel...

Carne Asada Tacos are a classic Mexican street food favorite. Tender marinated grilled steak is served on warm corn tortillas and topped with fresh onions, cilantro, tomatoes, and queso fresco for a burst of flavor. Ingredients: 1 lb flank steak 2 cloves garlic, minced 1/4 cup fresh lime juice 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1 teaspoon chili powder Salt and pepper to taste 8 small corn tortillas 1/2 cup diced onion 1/2 cup chopped cilantro 1/2 cup diced tomatoes 1/4 cup crumbled queso fresco Lime wedges for garnish Instructions: In a bowl, mix together minced garlic, lime juice, olive oil, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper to create a marinade Place the flank steak in a resealable plastic bag and pour the marinade over it Seal the bag and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour, or overnight for best results Preheat your grill to medium-high ...

Indulge in the rich flavors of roasted tomatoes and fresh basil in this comforting soup, perfectly paired with the decadence of Irish Whiskey Grilled Cheese. A delightful fusion of warmth and Irish charm. Ingredients: 6 large tomatoes, halved 1/4 cup olive oil Salt and pepper to taste 1 onion, chopped 3 cloves garlic, minced 4 cups vegetable broth 1 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped 1/2 cup heavy cream 8 slices sourdough bread 8 oz Irish cheddar cheese, shredded 2 tbsp Irish whiskey 4 tbsp butter Instructions: Get the oven ready by heating it up to 400F 200C Put tomato halves on a baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil Add salt and pepper to taste Set the oven to 30 minutes Put chopped onion and minced garlic in a large pot and cook them until they get soft You can add vegetable broth and roasted tomatoes to the pot Let it cook for 15 minutes Pour the soup into a...

These pinwheels of Italian cheese and herbs are great as a snack or starter. In a savory and satisfying treat, Italian cheeses, fresh herbs, and fragrant spices are rolled up in flaky puff pastry. Ingredients: 1 sheet puff pastry dough 1 cup shredded Italian cheese blend 2 tablespoons chopped fresh herbs such as basil, parsley, and oregano 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder 1/4 teaspoon onion powder 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional Salt and pepper to taste Instructions: Preheat oven to 400F 200C and line a baking sheet with parchment paper Roll out the puff pastry dough into a rectangle Evenly sprinkle shredded Italian cheese blend, chopped fresh herbs, grated Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, and red pepper flakes if using over the puff pastry dough Season with salt and pepper to taste Starting from one long edge, tightly roll up the dough ...

Feel like youre in Greece with this vegan and gluten-free take on a traditional pita sandwich. Warm gluten-free pita bread is stuffed with roasted eggplant slices, fresh vegetables, and vegan tzatziki sauce. Ingredients: 2 medium eggplants, sliced into rounds 1/4 cup olive oil 1 tsp dried oregano 1/2 tsp garlic powder Salt and pepper to taste 4 gluten-free pita bread 1 cup vegan tzatziki sauce 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved 1/2 cup sliced cucumber 1/4 cup sliced red onion 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley Instructions: Preheat oven to 400F 200C In a bowl, mix olive oil, dried oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper Brush both sides of eggplant slices with the oil mixture Place eggplant slices on a baking sheet and roast in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until tender and lightly browned Warm the gluten-free pita bread according to package instructions Spread vegan t...

This Autumn Salad with Seasoned Roasted Butternut Squash has a great mix of tastes and textures. The roasted butternut squash is sweet, and the dried cranberries and goat cheese are tart and creamy, so they go well together. The crunchy toasted pecans make it taste great, and the balsamic vinaigrette dressing ties everything together. This salad is great for a cozy fall meal. Ingredients: 1 small butternut squash, peeled, seeded, and diced 2 tablespoons olive oil Salt and pepper to taste 8 cups mixed salad greens 1/2 cup dried cranberries 1/2 cup chopped pecans, toasted 1/2 cup crumbled goat cheese 1/4 cup balsamic vinaigrette dressing Instructions: Preheat your oven to 400F 200C In a mixing bowl, toss the diced butternut squash with olive oil, salt, and pepper until well coated Spread the seasoned butternut squash on a baking sheet in a single layer Roast in the preheated oven for 20-...

Cacio e Pere Ravioli is a delightful blend of sweet pears, creamy ricotta cheese, and savory pecorino cheese, wrapped in delicate wonton wrappers. The addition of honey and sage adds a depth of flavor that makes this dish truly special. Ingredients: 1 packet of store-bought wonton wrappers 2 ripe pears, peeled, cored, and diced 200g ricotta cheese 100g grated pecorino cheese 1 tablespoon honey 1 tablespoon chopped fresh sage Salt and pepper to taste 1 egg, beaten Instructions: Diced pears, ricotta cheese, pecorino cheese, honey, chopped sage, salt, and pepper should all be mixed together in a bowl Put a small amount of the pear and cheese mix on a wonton wrapper Beat an egg and brush it around the edges of one wrapper Then, put another wrapper on top and press the edges together to seal Do it again with the rest of the filling and wrappers As the water boils, add salt to a large ...

These sky-high lemon meringue bars are a delightful twist on traditional brownies. The tangy lemon flavor combined with the sweet meringue topping creates a heavenly treat thats sure to please any crowd. Ingredients: 1 box brownie mix 1/4 cup lemon juice 1 tablespoon lemon zest 3 egg yolks 1 can sweetened condensed milk 3 egg whites 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar 1/2 cup granulated sugar Instructions: Warm the oven up to 175F 350C Prepare a 9x13-inch baking dish by greasing it Follow the directions on the brownie mix package to make it Put the brownie batter into the baking pan that has been prepared and spread it out evenly Put lemon juice, lemon zest, egg yolks, and sweetened condensed milk in a bowl and mix them together Mix everything together well Add the lemon mix to the brownie batter Beat the egg whites and cream of tartar together in a different bowl until soft peaks...

These baked donuts are a healthier twist on the classic treat, using whole wheat flour and ripe bananas for sweetness. The addition of mini chocolate chips adds a delightful burst of chocolate in every bite. Ingredients: 1 cup whole wheat flour 1/2 cup mashed ripe bananas 1/4 cup honey 1/4 cup Greek yogurt 1/4 cup milk 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder 1 tsp baking powder 1/2 tsp baking soda 1/2 tsp vanilla extract 1/4 tsp salt 1 egg Instructions: Preheat your oven to 350F 175C In a mixing bowl, combine the whole wheat flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt In another bowl, whisk together the mashed bananas, honey, Greek yogurt, milk, egg, and vanilla extract until well combined Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined Fold in the mini chocolate chips Grease a donut pan and fill each d...