Category Archives: sweets

One Minute Sticky Toffee Bowl Cake

Posted on April 8, 2016 by debspots

It’s a good thing I quit drinking. It’s been 12 years since I’ve had a cocktail, but I gotta tell you, the other day I was considering mixing myself a big, fat, dirty martini! I’m determined to get the … Continue reading →

Posted in art, dessert, easy, sweets, treat, treats, vegetarian, weeknight | Tagged bowl, cake, individual desserts, microwave, mug cake, one minute recipes, pudding, single serving, toffee | 8 Comments

Banana Caramel Upside Down Cookie Tart

Posted on February 10, 2016 by debspots

Hawaii. Sigh…It’s really wintry here and I’ve been thinking about Hawaii. When I think about Hawaii, thoughts of bananas are not far behind. So, as a result, I have a major kickass banana treat for you this week. Perhaps some … Continue reading →

Posted in baked, baked goods, baking, dessert, fruit, kid friendly, snack, sweets, treat, treats, Uncategorized, vegetarian | Tagged bananas, banoffee, cake, caramel, cookie, crust, dough, make ahead, pie, recipe, salted caramel, tart, upside down cake | 4 Comments

Perfect Chocolate Chip Cookies

Posted on December 11, 2015 by debspots

I’ve been working on this chocolate chip cookie recipe for 50 years. It is my holiday gift to you! Happy holidays!!! Like any decent food blogger, I’ve made many different chocolate chip cookies in my baking career. The originial Toll House … Continue reading →

Posted in baked, baked goods, baking, chocolate, dessert, holiday, sweets, treat, treats, Uncategorized | Tagged cookies, levain copycat, thick and chewy, whole wheat | 13 Comments

Gluten Free Chocolate Chip Cookies

Posted on February 5, 2015 by debspots

How do you feel about cooking for people with food restrictions? When I think about this issue, I realize just how complicated and nuanced it can be. My own feelings about it have changed many times over the years. My … Continue reading →