Apple Sweetheart “Sandwiches”

2018-10-11T02:38:46+00:00

YIELD: 3-4 “sandwiches” per apple, depending on size of apple Recipe Development and Photography By: Williams-Raines INGREDIENTS 1 tablespoon of fresh lemon juice 2 cups of water 1 large, round apple, such as Gala or Honey Crisp Nut butter of seed butter of your choice for spreading (such as peanut, cashew, or sunflower butters) Assorted toppings such as; pomegranate seeds, sunflower seeds, chocolate chips, coconut chips, etc. Other supplies: Small heart shaped cookie cutter Paper towel or clean kitchen towel. METHOD Combine the lemon juice and water in a medium bowl and set aside. Slice the apple vertically into 1/8 inch [...]

Apple Sweetheart “Sandwiches”2018-10-11T02:38:46+00:00

Pear Crisp Stacks

2018-10-11T02:38:55+00:00

These pear stacks are so much fun to assemble, they are like a puzzle. A great Christmas project for kids! YIELD:  1 pear stack per recipe Recipe Development and Photography By: Williams-Raines INGREDIENTS 1 pear, ripe but firm (Anjou or Bosc) 1/2 cup granulated sugar 1/2 cup chocolate chips for melting, semi sweet or dark Powdered sugar for dusting METHOD Preheat the oven to 320 degrees Fahrenheit, or 275 degrees for a convection bake setting. Slice the pear horizontally into very thin slices, about 1/16th of an inch thick, as close to the top as you safely can. If your pear [...]

Pear Crisp Stacks2018-10-11T02:38:55+00:00

Pear Gingerbread Cake with Caramel Sauce

2018-10-11T02:39:05+00:00

A whole poached pear baked into the center of this low-fat gingerbread cake makes a very festive presentation in a mason jar, and is a ready to eat treat. Recipe Development and Photography By: Williams-Raines INGREDIENTS Poached Pears 4 Bosc pears, ripe but firm, peeled with stem intact 1 bottle of white wine (or substitute 2 cups of apple cider + 1 cup of water) 1 cup of sugar 1 cup of water 2 cinnamon sticks 8 cardamom pods Gingerbread Cake 2 3/4 cups whole wheat pastry flour (or substitute regular whole wheat or white all purpose) flour 2 teaspoons baking [...]

Pear Gingerbread Cake with Caramel Sauce2018-10-11T02:39:05+00:00

Chocolate Dipped Fruit

2018-10-11T02:39:10+00:00

Giving fruit and nuts for the holidays has been a tradition for centuries. For an updated version, we are dipping pears and apples in chocolate and coating them in assorted toppings, giving them a festive flair. Recipe Development and Photography By: Williams-Raines INGREDIENTS Assorted varieties of apples and pears, preferable cold (so the chocolate will setup quickly) Bags of chocolate chips for melting; chose either dark, milk chocolate or white chocolate, or one of each for variety. Assorted topping suggestions: Chopped nuts Mini chocolate chips Mini marshmallows Flaked coconut Prepared caramel sauce Crushed peppermint candy or candy canes Other Supplies: Ribbon [...]

Chocolate Dipped Fruit2018-10-11T02:39:10+00:00

Apple Cranberry Cake with Walnuts (GF)

2018-10-11T02:39:28+00:00

An updated version of a holiday fruit cake, this cake is loaded with sweet and tart fruit and nuts in a delicate, moist cake. Perfect for giving or serving to guests. YIELD: 1 9x13 inch cake, or five 4-inch spring form pans Recipe Development and Photography By: Williams-Raines INGREDIENTS 1 cup almond flour 1 cup oat flour 1 teaspoon baking soda 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg, preferable freshly grated 1 teaspoon salt 2 eggs 1/2 cup pure maple syrup 1/2 cup coconut oil, melted 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract 2 cups Gala apples (or similar variety), diced 2 cups [...]

Apple Cranberry Cake with Walnuts (GF)2018-10-11T02:39:28+00:00

Raw Vanilla “Cheesecake” with sautéed Pears and Salted Caramel Sauce

2018-10-11T02:39:53+00:00

This dessert does not require baking and can be made ahead, making it an easy addition to your holiday table. YIELD: One 9 inch spring form pan, 8-10 servings Recipe Development and Photography By: Williams-Raines INGREDIENTS Crust: 1 cup walnuts (almonds can also be used) 1/2 cup pecans 1 cup Medjool dates, pitted Pinch of salt Filling: 3 cups raw cashews, soaked for 6-8 hours, drained and rinsed 1 cup full fat coconut milk 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice 2/3 cup coconut oil, melted 1/2 cup agave syrup 1/2 cup maple syrup, or honey (or use 1 cup of agave instead) [...]

Raw Vanilla “Cheesecake” with sautéed Pears and Salted Caramel Sauce2018-10-11T02:39:53+00:00

Baked Apple Donuts with a Maple Pecan Glaze

2019-10-23T17:59:05+00:00

YIELD: 10-12 donuts (depending on pan size) Recipe Development and Photography By: Williams-Raines INGREDIENTS Donuts 1 cup gluten free flour blend (I used Bob's Red Mill All Purpose mix) 1/2 cup almond flour or meal (either homemade or store bought such as Bob's Red Mill) 2 teaspoons baking powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon pinch of nutmeg, freshly grated 2 large eggs 1/2 cup packed brown sugar 1/4 cup pure maple syrup 1/4 cup coconut oil, melted (vegetable or olive oil can also be used) 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract 1 large or 2 Gala apples, or similar variety Glaze [...]

Baked Apple Donuts with a Maple Pecan Glaze2019-10-23T17:59:05+00:00

Cherry Meringue Dessert

2019-07-11T19:40:53+00:00

Add Fresh cherries from Chelan Fresh to any dessert and add the taste of Lake Chelan. Try them out in this meringue recipe! Yield: 4 servings INGREDIENTS 4 - 3" to 4" meringue - homemade or store bought  - crumbled 1 ½ cup cherries - chopped 1 tablespoon agave 1 cup whipping cream DIRECTIONS In a small saucepan, heat cherries with agave and splash of water and simmer over low heat until cherries are soft. Set aside to cool. In a medium bowl whip cream. To assemble, add a spoonful of whipped cream to the bottom of a glass or dessert [...]

Cherry Meringue Dessert2019-07-11T19:40:53+00:00

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