Christmas Peppermint Mocha Brownies

Peppermint Mocha Brownies (Gluten-Free)

Peppermint Mocha Brownies gluten free | holiday friendly These peppermint mocha brownies check every box. They’re rich, fudgy, and full of bold flavor. You’ll taste deep dark chocolate, smooth mocha, and a subtle hint of peppermint in every bite. Then, the crushed candy canes on top add the perfect festive crunch. And yes—these brownies are […]

Brown Butter Dark Chocolate Cookies

The Best Brown Butter Dark Chocolate Cookies

Brown Butter Dark Chocolate Cookies These brown butter dark chocolate cookies truly earn their name. They’re chewy, rich, and loaded with melty chocolate. Every bite hits that perfect sweet-and-salty balance, and honestly—they’re just that good. The magic starts with brown butter. It adds warmth, depth, and a caramel-like nuttiness. Then comes the dark chocolate. I […]

Mini Chocolate Chip Mint Cookies

Mini Chocolate Chip Mint Cookies gluten free | holiday favorite | freeze well You can’t forget a classic—especially one that’s been dressed up for the holidays and the New Year. These Mini Chocolate Chip Mint Cookies are chewy, rich, and packed with flavor. Every bite has the perfect mix of chocolate and mint, and trust […]

Peppermint White Chocolate Sugar Cookies

Peppermint White Chocolate Sugar Cookies with candycane sprinkles

Peppermint White Chocolate Sugar Cookies These peppermint sugar cookies are everything you want in a holiday treat. They’re soft, tender, and slightly chewy—never crumbly. Each cookie is filled with peppermint baking chips and finished with a light white chocolate drizzle for extra sweetness. Then, just a scattering of festive sprinkles adds the perfect crunch and […]

Gluten Free Mini Whipped Chocolate Ganache Whoopie Pies

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Mini Whipped Chocolate Ganache Whoopie Pies Guys, Maine is known for Whoopie Pies. And since I just spent a few weeks there and taste tested a few, I knew I needed to bring back this recipe. I mean, Gluten Free Mini Whipped Chocolate Ganache Whoopie Pies! Think the most moist chocolate brownies cakes with smooth […]

Gluten Free Chocolate Mocha Crinkle Cookies

Gluten Free Chocolate Mocha Crinkle Cookies with sea salt and vintage wooden knife

Gluten Free Chocolate Mocha Crinkle Cookies OMG. I know, I just wrote that. These cookies are pure gold…without the actual gold. They will be gone before you are cleaned up. I promise, these are worth it. They are chewy – basically the perfect chewy texture I’ve ever made gluten free before. Shiny and with a […]

Cacao Chip Paleo Cookies

Cacao Chip Paleo Cookies

Cacao Chip Paleo Cookies Yes — paleo cookies do exist, and these Cacao Chip Paleo Cookies might just be the easiest and most delicious ones you’ll ever make. With a super short, clean ingredients list—almond butter, coconut sugar, cacao powder, eggs, salt, and cacao chips—this recipe proves that simple baking can still taste indulgent. Everything […]

Brown Butter Oatmeal Chocolate Chunk Cookies

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Brown Butter Oatmeal Chocolate Chunk Cookies Chewy and tender cookies with all the nutty brown butter, thick oats, rich dark brown sugar and vanilla bean paste with the best chocolate chunks.  These are really so good. They bake under 8 minutes, leaving them perfectly cooked. I used my current favorite gluten free flour blend with […]

Gooey Chocolate Oreo Cookie Cups

Gooey Chocolate Oreo Cookie Cups

Gooey Chocolate Oreo Cookie Cups Revised from 2021. Just like the tile, gooey chocolate chunk cookie with a tender oreo at the bottom. It’s a cookie but in a muffin, with an oreo then topped with ice cream. Yes, you need to do it. PRO TIP: Use chocolate chunks or mega chips – bigger chocolate pieces […]

Double Chocolate Chip Cookies

Double Chocolate Chip Cookies in Chef Kat's Hands

Double Chocolate Chip Cookies Rich dark chocolate cookies with a hint of sweetness and salty flakes. They are the best. A really classic chocolate cookie but with all the cacao (unsweetened coco powder) and dark chocolate chips weaved into the batter – oh, they are good. You know what else I love. They taste great […]

Oatmeal Peanut Butter + Chocolate Chip

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Oatmeal Peanut Butter + Chocolate Chip Cookies Perfect little nuggets of love. That’s what I’m calling these cookies. They are technically called Gluten Free Oatmeal Peanut Butter + Chocolate Chip Cookies but that’s really long. These nuggets or cookies, are a combination of peanut butter and chocolate cookies but in one plus with some added […]

Gluten Free Chocolate Glazed Donut Cake

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Gluten Free Chocolate Glazed Donut Cake There is always a reason to celebrate. With cake! I wanted to create a tender and moist cake that was gluten free of course – and that had the perfect chocolate flavor with a hint of sugar glaze on top. Using a Bundt pan, is easy and helps it […]

Gluten Free Chocolate Brown Sugar Pie

Gluten Free Chocolate Brown Sugar Pie with cream and a slice with spoonful of cream

Gluten Free Chocolate Brown Sugar Pie This Gluten Free Chocolate Brown Sugar Pie is exactly what it sounds like — a fudgy, brownie-like chocolate filling baked inside a crisp gluten free pie crust. It’s rich, dense, sweet, and unbelievably simple to make. If you love a deep, intense chocolate flavor with that signature brown-sugar warmth, […]

Chocolate Truffle Skillet Brownies

Chocolate Truffle Skillet Brownies in 2 mini cast iron pans

Chocolate Truffle Skillet Brownies Not only cute, but totally decedant with rich layers of chocolate. I mean truffles baked in a skillet brownie? They are perfect. Make the truffles ahead of time. Quickly mix the batter together and bake. Serve it tableside with all the extra toppings you love. I love it on it’s own […]

Gluten Free Orange Mocha Swirl Pound Cake

Orange Chocolate Pound Cake - Gluten Free

Gluten Free Orange Mocha Swirl Pound Cake Holy smokes. This is the holy grail of GLUTEN FREE pound cake. Just saying. The subtle orange flavor in the swirl of mocha chocolate is just right. The rich yet light chocolate flavor – that espresso powder adds the perfect touch.  It has a great texture and consistency. It […]

My Favorites | Candy + Chocolate

My Favorites | Candy + Chocolate It was very hard to taste test so many of these. I did it for the better good. I, of course, had to share the very best of natural candies, organic chocolates and everything in between that’s sweet, sour, gummy, and salty. Indulging in candy and chocolate tastes all […]

Gluten Free Chocolate Chip Skillet Cake

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Gluten Free Chocolate Chip Skillet Cake Tender cake – similar to chewy cookies, with tons of chocolate chips using my new favorite gluten free flour blend, lactose free sour cream and coconut oil (plus butter too, it’s cake after all). And I baked it in a cast iron skillet. My cast iron skillet shines again. […]