Blueberry muffins have been a fetish of mine since I was a child. They are a handy on-the-go snack that freeze very nicely. I make bulk batches when I get the urge and then freeze them for future use.

After several unsuccessful attempts I have finally figured out how to make them light and moist. Rather than use sugar and a liquid, I substitute with maple syrup (honey tends to make them brown too fast) and I use 1/3 part almond flour in my muffin mix. I have used both fresh and frozen blueberries but I prefer fresh, folding them in after the batter is fully mixed. (more…)

I practiced a lot this past holiday with some of our family’s favorite home-baked cookie recipes, a tradition among the women in our extended family that dates back to a time long before I was born. This was our first gluten free Christmas, and it began with several mishaps and a lot of perseverance. Here is my all time best success this year.

These mini-muffin sized sweets are perfect for entertaining or that special occasion you’d like to attend. Also known as “Nut Cups”, this allergy friendly treat passed the test with all our gluten eating friends and family. They couldn’t taste the difference, nor did they see one. (more…)

These muffins are so good you will find yourself eating more than one. Lighter than the typical gluten-free dessert bread, they can easily double for cupcakes that you can pack and send with your child to a birthday party in lieu of the regular birthday cake that will surely be offered. This recipe is fast, easy, and is gluten-free, corn-free, and Feingold friendly. It stores well in the freezer too, so you can bake up a dozen at one time and then just pull one out at a time when the occasion presents itself.

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