Cake in a Jar

Posted on December 28, 2011 by Teresa

Cake recipe to send to our men and women overseas, or maybe give as a special gift. Get wide-mouth canning jars. You can find them at Walmart, other stores, or online. Boil the jars to sterilize. One package of cake … Continue reading →

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Hot Chocolate Brownies

Posted on December 28, 2011 by Teresa

4 cups walnuts, soaked and dehydrated ½ cup pitted soft dates, chopped ½ cup dried figs, soaked 15 minutes, drained and chopped 2 tablespoons coconut oil, warmed to liquid 1 cup cocoa powder 2 teaspoons vanilla ¼ teaspoon cinnamon ¼ … Continue reading →

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5 Minute Chocolate Mug Cake

Posted on December 27, 2011 by Teresa

Received this recipe from a friend in an email 4 tablespoons flour 4 tablespoons sugar 2 tablespoons cocoa 1 egg 3 tablespoons milk 3 tablespoons oil 3 tablespoons chocolate chips (optional) A small splash of vanilla extract 1 large coffee … Continue reading →

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Apple Cake with Maple Glaze

Posted on December 27, 2011 by Teresa

Ingredients: 1 1/4 cup all-purpose flour 1 tsp baking soda 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 cup grated apples (Granny Smith or Golden) 3/4 cup canola or safflower oil 1/2 cup light brown sugar (tightly packed) 1/2 cup honey (local if possible) … Continue reading →

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Make Your Own Gingerbread Ornament

Posted on December 27, 2011 by Teresa

Ingredients: * 1 cup ground cinammon * 1 cup applesauce * 1/4 cup school or craft glue Tools: * Wax paper or plastic wrap * Rolling pin or round glass bottle * Gingerbread man cookie cutter 3-5″ in height * … Continue reading →

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