It is that time of the year. Still thinking about simple, home-made gifts? Here is an idea for you. What about delicious cookies that smell like holidays? Those loaded with healthy ingredients, but NOT with calories. Yes. They do exist... This recipe for almond cookies was inspired by biscotti and Springerle cookies. When I first tried Springerle cookies, I fell in love with the anise seeds that flavor them. Their fruity aroma instantly transports me to festive holida

What if you can make a healthy dessert or breakfast ahead of time with only 3 ingredients? When I saw a beautiful kabocha squash at a farmer's market the other day, it gave me inspiration for a dessert menu: porridge made of a kabocha and adzuki beans. The idea of making this dish thrills me every fall as this winter squash starts to show up in grocery stores. This porridge can serve as a healthy dessert, snack, or breakfast. The sweet and nutty flavor of the kabocha is to

I know what you must be thinking. I'm going out on a limb to say this out loud. This granola nearly banished my craving for sweet desserts except for these oatmeal and almond cookies. What I like about it is that just a handful of this granola is deeply satisfying. Not only would it cure the pang of your empty stomach in the late afternoon right away, but it would also become a go-to-dessert during your coffee breaks. This granola is composed of nuts, seeds, whole grains,

Have you dreamed of guilt-free AND mouthwatering chocolate chip cookies? You've come to the right place. This recipe creates soft, chocolaty, fruity, nutty, and wholesome cookies that stay moist and flavorful at room temperature up to a week much better than most home-made cookies made of butter. Because these cookies travel so well, you can pack them up for an emergency breakfast or snack just in case you get hungry in late afternoons before dinner. Once you get used to the