CRANBERRY PECAN GOAT CHEESE TRUFFLES

Cranberry Pecan Goat Cheese Truffles: these festive mini cheese balls only take 15 minutes and are loaded with creamy goat cheese, cranberries and crunchy pecans!

Yield : 18 Truffles

Author : The Novice Chef Blog

INGREDIENTS

• 10 oz goat cheese
• 6 oz cream cheese
• 2 teaspoons cinnamon
• 3 tablespoons honey, plus extra for garnish
• 1 1/2 cups Fisher Nuts pecan chips, divided
• 1 cup diced dried cranberries
• 1/2 cup minced fresh parsley

INSTRUCTIONS

1. In a large bowl, beat goat cheese, cream cheese, cinnamon and honey until light and fluffy. Add 1/2 cup pecan chips, folding to combine. Set aside.

You can visit thenovicechefblog.com for full instructions.

S’MOREOS – S’MORES OREO BROWNIE BAR

What happens when you take Oreo's, brownies and s'mores and mix them together? You get the most delightful dessert ever, S'mores Oreo Brownies! Then cut them into cute little bars and they become S'mOreo Brownie Bars. Three of my favorite desserts combine into one! 

Servings: 12

Author :Jennifer Fishkind

Ingredients

• 1 box Brownie mix (pick your favorite)
• 9 Graham Crackers
• 77 Mini Oreo cookies (you could use full sized Oreos too)
• 18 Flat S'more marshmallows (aka Jet-Puffed S'moreMallows)

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 325 degrees

You can visit princesspinkygirl.com for full instructions.

EASY PUMPKIN CHEESECAKE RECIPE LOW CARB KETO THM

This easy pumpkin cheesecake recipe comes together in minutes in your food processor or blender. With less than 10 ingredients and about 10 minutes of prep time, you can have a delicious fall dessert.

Servings: 12

Author : Taryn

Ingredients

Pecan Crust:

• 2 cups pecans
• 2 tbsp butter
• 2 tbsp Trim Healthy Mama Gentle Sweet or my sweetener

Pumpkin Filling:

• 16 oz cream cheese
• 1 cup cottage cheese
• 1 cup pumpkin
• 6 eggs
• 1 cup Trim Healthy Mama Gentle Sweet or my sweetener
• 1 tbsp cinnamon

Whipped Cream Topping:

• 1 cup heavy cream
• 2 tbsp Trim Healthy Mama Gentle Sweet or my sweetener, optional

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350. Cover the bottom and sides of a 9-inch springform pan with foil to prevent any leaks.

You can visit joyfilledeats.com for full instructions.

COOKIE DOUGH ICE CREAM SANDWICHES

No baking, no churning, no spoon required for this easy dessert recipe–these vegan and paleo cookie dough ice cream sandwiches are a healthy summer treat!

Yield : 8 sandwiches

Author : Natalie

INGREDIENTS

COOKIE DOUGH

• 1 cup date paste
• 2/3 cup coconut flour
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• Pinch of salt
• 1/4 cup chocolate chips

ICE CREAM

• 3-4 frozen bananas
• 1 can full-fat coconut milk
• Optional: more chocolate chips

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Combine all the cookie dough ingredients. Mix. It should just barely hold together, if it’s too dry add more date paste.

You can visit feastingonfruit.com for full instructions.

THE BEST LEMON LOAF WITH LEMON GLAZE

Inspired by the lemon loaf from Starbucks, the best lemon loaf with lemon glaze emanates the perfect balance between sweet and tangy. It is the perfect complement to a warm cup of tea and a good book.

Yield : 1 loaf

Author : A Head of Thyme

INGREDIENTS

FOR THE LOAF:

• 3 eggs
• 3/4 cup sugar
• 1 cup light Greek yogurt
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 1 tablespoon lemon zest (or zest from 1 large lemon)
• 2 tablespoon lemon extract
• 1/4 teaspoon lemon juice
• 1 and 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt

FOR THE GLAZE:

• 1/2 cup icing sugar
• 1-2 tablespoon lemon juice

INSTRUCTIONS

LOAF:

1. Preheat oven to 350 F. Grease a loaf pan and set aside.

you can visit aheadofthyme.com for full instructions.

CREAM HORNS COOKIES (LADY LOCKS)

These Cream Horns (Lady Locks) are a must-have cookie recipe for my family. The flaky crust and creamy filling make them irresistible!

Author: Inspired by Charm

INGREDIENTS

• 2 cups 4 sticks unsalted butter, softened
• 2 tablespoons vegetable shortening (Crisco)
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 2 egg yolks
• 1 cup cold water
• 4 1/2 cups flour
• Clothespins wrapped in foil or lady lock molds

Filling:

• 2 cups milk
• 1/3 cup flour
• 1 cup 2 sticks unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup vegetable shortening (Crisco)
• 1 teaspoon vanilla
• 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
• 4 cups confectioners' sugar
• Additional confectioners' sugar for garnish

INSTRUCTIONS

1. In the bowl of a stand mixer, mix together the butter, vegetable shortening, and sugar for about 4 minutes or until light and fluffy. Then mix in the egg yolks. Finally, mix in the flour and water until combined. Chill dough for at least 2 hours or overnight.

You can visit inspiredbycharm.com for full instructions.