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YIELD: 6 SERVINGS Fruits and fall-time spices combine to make one comforting pudding, and the quinoa gives it a dense, creamy, and chewy texture. Directions Over medium heat, in a 2-quart saucepan, warm the coconut oil until melted. Add the pecans, apples, dates, nutmeg, cinnamon, cardamom, and salt. Continue to cook over medium heat, stirring …
YIELD: 6 SERVINGS Tapioca pudding is one of those desserts that most people either love or hate, and I truly do adore it! Having grown up with only the instant puddings, I find this homemade version is so much better. It may change your mind if you’re not a fan already. Seek out tapioca pearls …
YIELD: 6 SERVINGS A fragrant take on traditional rice pudding, I like to use basmati for its gorgeous floral notes in addition to the vanilla and plum. Directions In a 2- or 3-quart saucepan with a tight-fitting lid, stir together the rice and the cold water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Immediately reduce …
YIELD: 2 TO 4 SERVINGS This slightly salty and oh-so-sweet treat is easy to bring together and a sure winner for the pistachio lover in your life. I especially love this rich pudding served in small amounts as a dessert or aperitif. Directions In a food processor, pulse the pistachios until crumbly. Add in sugar …
YIELD: 2 TO 4 SERVINGS One of my favorite treats is chocolate pudding. I love how involved it all seems, standing over the stove, meditatively whisking away. This pudding is just as great as other Chocolate Puddings that we know and love with its thick and creamy texture and an unforgettably chocolate flavor. Directions In …
YIELD: 4 SERVINGS If you thought that getting just the right texture for classic crème brûlée would be impossible without eggs and cream, this recipe will prove just the opposite! If you don’t have a culinary torch (why not?! … they’re so much fun), then you can also place these under a broiler set on …
YIELD: ABOUT 4 POPS These tropical treats are actually quite popular in Mexico and are referred to as paleta de pina. Paleta have countless flavor variations, but I love these pineapple pops because of the natural candy-like flavor of the pineapple. You’ll need popsicle molds or silicone ice cube trays for mini-pops or simply use …
YIELD: 1 QUART This delightful frozen treat is a refreshing way to get your vitamin C! I like using clementines, for extra sweetness, but tangerines or other oranges work nicely, too. Directions Place all the ingredients into a bowl and whisk together well to combine. Pour into a metal cake pan (about 9 inches round) …
YIELD: 3 CUPS I love mojitos in the summertime. I get giddy when I see the fresh mint peek over our fence in the springtime, letting me know it’s almost time to stock up on lime and seltzer. This granita will satisfy your craving for summertime libation any time of year. Directions Combine all the …
YIELD: ABOUT 3 CUPS Such a soothing treat for a hot summer day, this light-tasting granita is a great choice when ice cream seems too heavy. The chamomile adds a floral note that’s perfectly offset with the almond milk. Directions In a medium bowl, steep the tea and the hot water for 5 minutes, until …