Recipes, Appetizers, Desserts & Healthy Cooking Tips

Chocolate-Apricot Coffee Cake

My big sister shared this sensational coffee cake recipe with me. The unique combination of flavors in the center swirl really sets...

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Chocolate-Covered Almond Butter Brickle

I love a soft brittle because the texture is wonderful and different. The flavors in this one remind me of a favorite candy bar.

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Chocolate Lover’s Pudding

I made this for the first time when my husband asked me, "Why don't you ever make chocolate pudding?" It's not too rich,...

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Chocolate Buttermilk Squares

Every time I take a pan of these to a picnic, it comes back clean! At home, they disappear as fast as I can stir them.

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Cherry-Chocolate Coconut Meringues

Dried cherries lend sweetness and texture to these easy meringue cookies. They’re simply delicious and very low in fat. They also...

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Chocolate Macaroon Bars

Here's a nice Christmas treat that takes very little effort. The classic combination of chocolate and coconut is timeless.

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White Chocolate Coconut Cake

This eye-catching cake is my own creation. The white "snowball" look makes it the perfect choice for a holiday celebration.

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Mayan Chocolate Pecan Pie

This started off as a regular pecan pie for Thanksgiving Day. But it's evolved into something extra special.

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Chocolate-Hazelnut Cream Pie

We've all seen peanut butter pies, so I kick it up a notch with Nutella pie! This silky dessert is just fabulous. I sometimes add...

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Instant Chocolate Pastries

“My sister and I became addicted to Nutella while traveling in Europe. Now we’re always thinking of ways to incorporate the chocolate...

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Susie’s Dark Chocolate-Coconut Pie

If you love chocolate and coconut, this pie’s for you. Surprisingly easy to make, the only difficult part is waiting for it to cool...

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Swirled Chocolate Marshmallow Pie

I’m such a fan of marshmallows, I’ll eat a handful straight from the bag. Swirling a homemade marshmallow filling with cocoa creates...

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