Peanut butter cups are a staple in most grocery stores and homes around the world but when you have allergies they may look good but they are a big no no. But that doesn’t mean chocolate cups are out of the question.
The best way to not have someone miss something is to replace it with something that looks even better than the original and these allergen free chocolate chip cookie cups are exactly that!
Read MoreMany times the allergy kids or family miss out but not this time. These super simple shaker or surprise cookies are sugar cookies that have a surprise layer of sprinkles that make great noise when gently shaken.
Read MoreNow that there’s a chill in the air and Halloween is behind us the real holiday season begins. The classic flavors for me are gingerbread, chocolate, and peppermint!
When I think winter I immediately think peppermint discs but they’re usually filled with soy, milk, and egg but this recipe is super simple to make and, of course, top 8 free!
Read MoreHere is the last installment of Halloween cookie decorating tutorials this year. I hope you have had as much fun as I did! And because it’s the end I am showing you how to make two types of cookies.
Read MoreIt being Halloween this week pumpkins are on my mind and even if you don’t like the flavor, pumpkin shaped cookies will bring a smile to anyone’s face.
Here’s the quick tutorial to create your own!
Read MoreWith October right around the corner Fall is in full swing. The weather here in Massachusetts is starting to get a bit chilly but can still be warm by mid afternoon. These are the days I love to bake but sometimes I don’t want to put in all the time waiting for something to finish baking and cooling so here’s a recipe that has all the Fall feels without the waiting and baking!
Read MoreHave you ever had an idea in your head that you just became obsessed with? Well sometimes that happens to me with flavors and recipes. This week I was craving butterscotch pudding but none were available that were completely top eight free.
I decided I needed to create my own that was easy, simple and tasted delightful.
Read MoreIt’s summertime here and that means so many fruits and vegetables that are in season. With all these fresh options available I thought I needed to add some more veggies into my diet in muffin form so cinnamon zucchini muffins seemed like the perfect combination.
Read MoreWow that’s a mouthful! But don’t worry it’ll be well worth it when this is baking in the oven making your house fill with the smells of cinnamon and blueberry! It’s summer here and that means berry season is in full swing and with the heat coming on strong baking is something that might not be a top priority but this recipe makes quite a large amount so there might even be enough for some leftovers the next day!
Read MoreWhen it comes to macaroons there’s a million ways to make them but it all starts with coconut. Coconut is the foundation for these tasty cookies that are a Passover staple. Most require merengue which is a hard thing to substitute because the flavor and texture is usually altered yet I found a way to completely avoid it all together! All you need is three ingredients and less than a half an hour to make these.
Read MoreWith Valentines Day quickly upon us I decided to revisit my most popular recipe- whoopie pies and add even more love to them. It being the holiday of love red velvet was an easy decision!
Read MoreNow if you don’t know what a madeleine is I can only describe them as shell shaped buttery clouds that melt in your mouth!
They really are so easy to make and well worth the cost of the pan necessary to make them. This recipe has all the French culinary goodness without any of the allergens! So without further ado here is the steps necessary for madeleines!
Read MoreFondant is a fun dessert decorating medium that can add some flair or elegance. But did you know that it doesn’t have to be bought online or in a store? Most of the ready made fondants are made in shared facilities or contain soy. Great for the non-allergy families but a big no no to us suffering from food restrictions.
Read MoreIt’s holiday time and with that most people think of decorated gingerbread to eat and share. And with top 8 free cookies these can easily be made with all the holiday magic we can bring to the table. Here’s a quick tutorial on how to turn these delicious gingerbread people into adorable reindeer!
Read MoreToday I am back and not only did this version of gingerbread cutout cookies came out a million times better than my original attempt but you would have no idea they were top eight allergen free! I’m so glad I can share this brand new recipe that is a true winner and simple to create.
Read MoreWith winter fast approaching that means apple cider and pumpkin fade into peppermint and gingerbread. Being an allergy family that means another season smelling all the yummy delicious things without actually being able to touch or taste them.
Here’s a quick and simple recipe to get your gingerbread fix in a cupcake!
Read MoreIt sounds impossible but it’s true I have found a cream cheese that is not only dairy free but top eight allergen free that tastes really good!
Read MoreThis recipe is dedicated to my Nana. She passed away this week and was the matriarch of the family who also had a knack for baking. She was the original artist who painted huge watercolors that were not only beautiful but full of life.
One of her favorite treats was chocolate. If it had chocolate in it she was a fan. So with this time of year it was appropriate to not only make a pumpkin treat but have it mixed with chocolate because Nana loved it so much. This recipe is a no bake and takes less than fifteen minutes from start to finish.
Read MoreAutumn is in it’s full splendor here in New England so apple and pumpkin season are here! Having two of my favorite food seasons overlap which is fine by me because they are so much fun to make special recipes with.
So coming up with a new pumpkin recipe seemed very appropriate…
Read MoreMost people have had rice crispy treats at some point in their lives. The heavenly crunch of the cereal with the sticky sweet marshmallows combined in a perfect blend. But if gluten, dairy, or nuts aren’t safe then these treats are less than ideal. Well wait no more…
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