Episodes and Recipes
Nov. 13, 2024
Gluten-Free Pumpkin Belgian Liege Waffles
HI Bakers, This is a great hand waffle. If you want a regular waffle this isn’t it…These gluten-free Pumpkin Liege waffles are made from a yeast dough studded with lots of pearl sugar bits which makes them sweet enough to eat plain. There is pumpkin in the dough too but honestly you can’t really taste it. Expect a sweet yeasty waffle that’s a perfect grab and go treat. They make the perfect brunch buffet dish because they’re easy to make ahead and delicious at room temperature. I hope you try th...
Oct. 23, 2024
Vanilla Bean Cupcakes with Browned Butter Caramel Icing
Hi Bakers,
These vanilla cupcakes are the best I’ve ever eaten. You know the bakes that you want to hide a few to make sure you get to eat more than one? This is that kind of dessert. They are moist with the perfect amount of vanilla flavor and soft crumb. I love the deep, rich caramel icing slathered on top with an extra drizzle of real caramel syrup. They are decadent and amazingly gluten-free. You will need a napkin or two to eat these but it will be a mess well worth eating. Enjoy ~Carolyn
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These vanilla cupcakes are the best I’ve ever eaten. You know the bakes that you want to hide a few to make sure you get to eat more than one? This is that kind of dessert. They are moist with the perfect amount of vanilla flavor and soft crumb. I love the deep, rich caramel icing slathered on top with an extra drizzle of real caramel syrup. They are decadent and amazingly gluten-free. You will need a napkin or two to eat these but it will be a mess well worth eating. Enjoy ~Carolyn
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Sept. 27, 2024
Gluten-Free Baked Apple Cider Donuts
Hi Bakers!
Grab a mug of tea and a warm, buttery cinnamon-sugar-covered apple cider donut. Take a big bite and savor the sweet apple flavor with a crunchy sugar exterior. If you bake anything this Fall, make these iconic donuts! They’ll bring a smile to your face and you’ll be glad it’s apple season! Concentrated cider in the dough makes these treats smell and taste divine. Don’t want to stand over the stove for 30 minutes to cook the cider down? No problem, I have an easy hack you can use inst...
Grab a mug of tea and a warm, buttery cinnamon-sugar-covered apple cider donut. Take a big bite and savor the sweet apple flavor with a crunchy sugar exterior. If you bake anything this Fall, make these iconic donuts! They’ll bring a smile to your face and you’ll be glad it’s apple season! Concentrated cider in the dough makes these treats smell and taste divine. Don’t want to stand over the stove for 30 minutes to cook the cider down? No problem, I have an easy hack you can use inst...
Sept. 13, 2024
Peach Blueberry Pandowdy
An easy version of pie with all the filling but only a top crust cut into pieces. Make this crazy simple dessert and enjoy all the flavor without all the fuss of an actual pie!
Aug. 23, 2024
Lemon Lavender Panna Cotta
Hi Bakers,
Lavender Lemon Panna Cotta is the queen of no-bake desserts. Elegant, bright, creamy and floral. This is everything you’d expect an Italian dessert to be. This is phenomenal and perfect…I make a lot of treats but I don’t say that too often! You need to eat this at least once in your lifetime. Treat yourself to something truly special and surprisingly quick and easy. I adore this dessert and I know you will too. Savor every bite of this one ~Carolyn
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Lavender Lemon Panna Cotta is the queen of no-bake desserts. Elegant, bright, creamy and floral. This is everything you’d expect an Italian dessert to be. This is phenomenal and perfect…I make a lot of treats but I don’t say that too often! You need to eat this at least once in your lifetime. Treat yourself to something truly special and surprisingly quick and easy. I adore this dessert and I know you will too. Savor every bite of this one ~Carolyn
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July 31, 2024
Salted Caramel Peach Galettes
Hi Bakers, This pastry is my favorite thing to make when you want a homemade pie but don’t want all the fuss! The rustic free-from galette takes minutes to assemble and bakes in under half an hour. Adding salted caramel on top elevates the fresh fruit and crust to something a bit more complex and suitable for a fancy dessert. You won’t regret making this beauty! Enjoy ~Carolyn
Gluten-Free Salted Caramel Peach Galettes
Crust
Dry
2 cups gluten-free flour
1 teaspoon sweet rice flour
¼ teaspoon ...
Gluten-Free Salted Caramel Peach Galettes
Crust
Dry
2 cups gluten-free flour
1 teaspoon sweet rice flour
¼ teaspoon ...
June 26, 2024
Meringue Chocolate Chip Cookies
Hi Bakers,
I am sorry it took so long to get you this episode. These cookies are worth the wait! If you love very sweet treats with a cloud-like exterior and a chewy chocolate chip center these are your cookies. Meringues made at home are nothing like the kind you buy because they taste a lot better and have a totally different texture. With some helpful tips and tricks, these are easy to bake with delicious results. I got a bit adventurous and made half the recipe with chocolate chips but the ...
I am sorry it took so long to get you this episode. These cookies are worth the wait! If you love very sweet treats with a cloud-like exterior and a chewy chocolate chip center these are your cookies. Meringues made at home are nothing like the kind you buy because they taste a lot better and have a totally different texture. With some helpful tips and tricks, these are easy to bake with delicious results. I got a bit adventurous and made half the recipe with chocolate chips but the ...
April 29, 2024
Merangue Chocolate Chip Cookie Podcast Delayed
Thanks so much for listening to my podcast and I'm so sorry that this one will be later than expected... but sometimes life gets in the way! You can look for this Merangue Chocolate Chip Cookie episode coming in June instead of May 1st.
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April 17, 2024
Gluten-Free Matcha Lemon Scones
Hi Bakers,
These are such a pretty spring color I adore the way they look and taste. Green scones may not be everyone’s idea of yummy but I love matcha and the earthy rich flavor it brings to everything. Adding bright and sweet lemon is the perfect partner to these delicious and tender gluten-free scones. They are a fun break from the usual with a lovely look and phenomenal taste. I hope you give these a try. Enjoy ~Carolyn
Gluten-Free Matcha Lemon Scones
makes one dozen 2”x2” scones...
These are such a pretty spring color I adore the way they look and taste. Green scones may not be everyone’s idea of yummy but I love matcha and the earthy rich flavor it brings to everything. Adding bright and sweet lemon is the perfect partner to these delicious and tender gluten-free scones. They are a fun break from the usual with a lovely look and phenomenal taste. I hope you give these a try. Enjoy ~Carolyn
Gluten-Free Matcha Lemon Scones
makes one dozen 2”x2” scones...
April 3, 2024
Gluten-Free Raspberry Cheesecake
Hi Bakers,
This raspberry gluten-free cheesecake isn’t a quick fix—it’s a special treat for when you want to indulge. The cheesecake has a gorgeous pink hue and bursts with raspberry flavor. To intensify the taste, I added raspberry sauce and freeze-dried raspberries to the rich filling for the most possible berry-ness. Then, I topped it off with even more raspberry sauce and fresh berries for that perfect finishing touch. This is a show-stopping dessert, so give yourself enough time to creat...
This raspberry gluten-free cheesecake isn’t a quick fix—it’s a special treat for when you want to indulge. The cheesecake has a gorgeous pink hue and bursts with raspberry flavor. To intensify the taste, I added raspberry sauce and freeze-dried raspberries to the rich filling for the most possible berry-ness. Then, I topped it off with even more raspberry sauce and fresh berries for that perfect finishing touch. This is a show-stopping dessert, so give yourself enough time to creat...
March 20, 2024
Gluten-Free Banana Chocolate Chip Breakfast Cookies
Hi Bakers,
Ditch the granola bar for something better. Don’t you want a cookie for breakfast? One that’s packed with oats, mini chocolate chips and just the right amount of real banana flavor. These Banana Chocolate Chip Breakfast Cookies are a gluten-free treat that you can enjoy all week. They freeze well and are cheaper than buying most gluten-free snacks. A vegan option is included at the end of the recipe too. Enjoy~Carolyn
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Ditch the granola bar for something better. Don’t you want a cookie for breakfast? One that’s packed with oats, mini chocolate chips and just the right amount of real banana flavor. These Banana Chocolate Chip Breakfast Cookies are a gluten-free treat that you can enjoy all week. They freeze well and are cheaper than buying most gluten-free snacks. A vegan option is included at the end of the recipe too. Enjoy~Carolyn
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March 6, 2024
Gluten-Free Iced Lemon Poppy Seed Loaf
Hi Bakers,
You’ll forget you’re gluten-free when you eat this loaf…because it tastes just like the ones with wheat. If you love pound cake and lemons this Iced Lemon Poppy Seed Loaf is the bake for you. Bright and full of fresh lemon flavor with a generous amount of lemon icing. Poppy seeds add a welcome pop of color and crunch to this gluten-free treat. Expect a pound cake-like texture with the same density without as much butter in the recipe. This is an easy bake that is lovely and sure to pl...
You’ll forget you’re gluten-free when you eat this loaf…because it tastes just like the ones with wheat. If you love pound cake and lemons this Iced Lemon Poppy Seed Loaf is the bake for you. Bright and full of fresh lemon flavor with a generous amount of lemon icing. Poppy seeds add a welcome pop of color and crunch to this gluten-free treat. Expect a pound cake-like texture with the same density without as much butter in the recipe. This is an easy bake that is lovely and sure to pl...
Feb. 21, 2024
Gluten-Free Blackberry Streusel Muffins
Hi Bakers,
It's not easy to find a perfect muffin, and it's even rarer to find one that's gluten-free. However, this Blackberry Streusel Muffin is a rare gem that's worth the search. This muffin is moist, tender, and bursting with flavor because it’s packed with berries. You’ve found the perfect companion for a morning cup of coffee or an afternoon snack that's not too sweet, yet satisfying. Once you taste it, it will become your new favorite treat. These are seriously good, I ate three of th...
It's not easy to find a perfect muffin, and it's even rarer to find one that's gluten-free. However, this Blackberry Streusel Muffin is a rare gem that's worth the search. This muffin is moist, tender, and bursting with flavor because it’s packed with berries. You’ve found the perfect companion for a morning cup of coffee or an afternoon snack that's not too sweet, yet satisfying. Once you taste it, it will become your new favorite treat. These are seriously good, I ate three of th...
Feb. 7, 2024
Gluten-Free Chocolate Mousse Pie
Hi Bakers,
This is one of the most decadent desserts to eat. A classic Chocolate Mousse is rich and satisfying but also light and airy. It’s more elegant than a pudding but not much harder to make. I cooked the egg yolks and whites in this version to avoid eating raw eggs and that takes a bit longer to prepare with a few more steps. The heated egg whites look funky, like a curdled mess that smell scrambled…but they beat into lovely whites that don’t taste like scrambled eggs at all. If you are ...
This is one of the most decadent desserts to eat. A classic Chocolate Mousse is rich and satisfying but also light and airy. It’s more elegant than a pudding but not much harder to make. I cooked the egg yolks and whites in this version to avoid eating raw eggs and that takes a bit longer to prepare with a few more steps. The heated egg whites look funky, like a curdled mess that smell scrambled…but they beat into lovely whites that don’t taste like scrambled eggs at all. If you are ...
Jan. 17, 2024
Gluten-Free Lemon Ricotta Pancakes
Get the recipe for these gluten-free rich and lemony pancakes with a tender crumb and great flavor!
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Dec. 20, 2023
Double Chocolate Biscotti with Peppermint
Hi Bakers,
This Double Chocolate Biscotti with Peppermint is the perfect gluten-free holiday treat to eat and giveaway. Twice baked for extra crunch and packed with deep chocolate flavor, it’s the most chocolatey and crisp biscotti you could ever want. The peppermint white chocolate topping speckled with crushed candy canes is the perfect complement to the cookie base and will keep you reaching for one more bite. Enjoy this lovely and delicious cookie. ~Carolyn
Gluten-Free Double Chocolate Bis...
This Double Chocolate Biscotti with Peppermint is the perfect gluten-free holiday treat to eat and giveaway. Twice baked for extra crunch and packed with deep chocolate flavor, it’s the most chocolatey and crisp biscotti you could ever want. The peppermint white chocolate topping speckled with crushed candy canes is the perfect complement to the cookie base and will keep you reaching for one more bite. Enjoy this lovely and delicious cookie. ~Carolyn
Gluten-Free Double Chocolate Bis...
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Dec. 6, 2023
Gluten-Free Eggnog Snickerdoodles
Hi Bakers, This is a better snickerdoodle than the original ones. Maybe everyone won’t feel this way… But for me, this buttery, rich cookie with rum and nutmeg brings holiday delight in every sugar-covered bite. This is an easy bake but you may need to alter the cooking time to achieve a crisp exterior and a soft center. Do what I do and bake a tester cookie before making a whole batch. This way you know how your oven cooks the dough, and you get the cookie baked how you like it! Enjoy ~Carolyn
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Nov. 15, 2023
Gluten-Free Spicy Pumpkin Pie
Hi Bakers,
The best pumpkin pie I’ve ever eaten is this gluten-free Spicy Pumpkin Pie. Sure, you can buy a pumpkin pie anywhere but a great gluten-free pumpkin pie is truly rare. This family favorite has lots of spices and a few other tricks to make it richer and more flavorful than any other. The crust is tender, buttery and holds up really well to the filling unlike most gluten-free crusts. If you don’t want to make the crust, simply buy some and you can whip this out in no time. Pumpkin pi...
The best pumpkin pie I’ve ever eaten is this gluten-free Spicy Pumpkin Pie. Sure, you can buy a pumpkin pie anywhere but a great gluten-free pumpkin pie is truly rare. This family favorite has lots of spices and a few other tricks to make it richer and more flavorful than any other. The crust is tender, buttery and holds up really well to the filling unlike most gluten-free crusts. If you don’t want to make the crust, simply buy some and you can whip this out in no time. Pumpkin pi...
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Oct. 18, 2023
Gluten-Free Brownie Brittle
Hi Bakers,
If you love that crispy brownie edge, this one’s for you. Brownie Brittle is a chocolaty, thin brownie with lots of peanut candies and chocolate chips. It’s easy to make and the hardest part is having the patience to spread it thinly in the pan. Eat it plain by the handfuls or it might be even better dipped into a bowl of ice cream. You decide how you want to enjoy it. Have fun with this delicious bake ~Carolyn
Gluten-Free Brownie Brittle
adapted for gluten-free from The Blue Jean ...
If you love that crispy brownie edge, this one’s for you. Brownie Brittle is a chocolaty, thin brownie with lots of peanut candies and chocolate chips. It’s easy to make and the hardest part is having the patience to spread it thinly in the pan. Eat it plain by the handfuls or it might be even better dipped into a bowl of ice cream. You decide how you want to enjoy it. Have fun with this delicious bake ~Carolyn
Gluten-Free Brownie Brittle
adapted for gluten-free from The Blue Jean ...
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Oct. 4, 2023
Gluten-Free Jam Cake
Hi Bakers,
I’ve seen this recipe in my old cookbook for decades and never tried eating or making it. Here is my first attempt…This gluten-free Jam cake was quick to make but, it fell the first and second time I tried it. I had to get creative to make it look better and I think I did a pretty good job. On the plus side, it was DELICIOUS and one of my favorite spice cakes in terms of flavor. It tastes like a deeply spiced cake with a fruity undertone that’s very appealing. The whipped cream and f...
I’ve seen this recipe in my old cookbook for decades and never tried eating or making it. Here is my first attempt…This gluten-free Jam cake was quick to make but, it fell the first and second time I tried it. I had to get creative to make it look better and I think I did a pretty good job. On the plus side, it was DELICIOUS and one of my favorite spice cakes in terms of flavor. It tastes like a deeply spiced cake with a fruity undertone that’s very appealing. The whipped cream and f...
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Sept. 20, 2023
Gluten-free Cinnamon Roll Scones
Hi Bakers, I love all things cinnamon roll flavored and these scones are no exception. They come together quickly and give all the delicious flavor of the time consuming yeast based cinnamon rolls. I’ve included two recipes for icing so you can chose your favorite. The cream cheese icing is a bit less sweet than the powdered sugar version, both are delicious. Good for a breakfast, brunch or anytime in-between. I hope you try these fun and simple scones and get your cinnamon roll fix the easy way...
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Sept. 6, 2023
Gluten Free Oatmeal Blackberry Pancakes
Hi Bakers,
If you love a big bowl of oats in the morning but are tired of the same old thing, you need to make these pancakes. Gluten-free Blackberry Oatmeal Pancakes are mostly wholegrain
and totally delicious! I am a huge fan of oats and love their unique chew and sweet taste. These pancakes start out like overnight oats with a long soak but, end up becoming hearty berry-studded pancakes instead. They are lightly sweetened and can be a healthier or a less healthy breakfast depending on w...
If you love a big bowl of oats in the morning but are tired of the same old thing, you need to make these pancakes. Gluten-free Blackberry Oatmeal Pancakes are mostly wholegrain
and totally delicious! I am a huge fan of oats and love their unique chew and sweet taste. These pancakes start out like overnight oats with a long soak but, end up becoming hearty berry-studded pancakes instead. They are lightly sweetened and can be a healthier or a less healthy breakfast depending on w...
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Aug. 16, 2023
Gluten-Free Pineapple Upside Down Cake
Hi Bakers,
Like many old recipes, the only way you get to eat Pineapple Upside Down Cake gluten-free is to make it yourself. The good news is, it’s easy and tastes every bit as good as you remember but with no wheat! Rich brown sugar and salty butter form a sweet caramel topping that makes the tangy pineapple come alive. Then, all that richness soaks into the vanill /pineapple cake below. It’s as irresistible as you remember. Make this cake and get a slice of childhood memories on your plate. E...
Like many old recipes, the only way you get to eat Pineapple Upside Down Cake gluten-free is to make it yourself. The good news is, it’s easy and tastes every bit as good as you remember but with no wheat! Rich brown sugar and salty butter form a sweet caramel topping that makes the tangy pineapple come alive. Then, all that richness soaks into the vanill /pineapple cake below. It’s as irresistible as you remember. Make this cake and get a slice of childhood memories on your plate. E...
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Aug. 2, 2023
Gluten-Free Caramel Marshmallow Swirl Brownies
Hi Bakers, Is this too much? I’m not sure but I love these brownies! My favorite ice cream is chocolate and loaded with sweet swirls of marshmallow and caramel with tiny chocolate fish running through it…can you guess which one it is?? These decadent brownies were inspired by my love for this combination of flavors. I took my favorite brownie recipe and turned it up a notch with a few simple additions. You can make it easy on yourself and use jarred salted caramel sauce. I love Trader Joe’s bran...