Category Archives: Sweets and Treats

Creamy Chocolate Avocado Smoothie

Posted on January 30, 2016 by TheRobbInn

There are many, many recipes out there for Chocolate Smoothie but I really do think this one is one of the very best.  Thick, creamy and so delicious that my husband now includes it in his daily intake as it … Continue reading →

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Kale Crisps

Posted on January 22, 2016 by TheRobbInn

The other evening I was in one of those moods where I really wanted something to nibble and remembering I had half a bag of kale in the fridge, decided to quickly make some kale crisps.  These crisps are so … Continue reading →

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Chocolate Zucchini Muffins

Posted on January 20, 2016 by TheRobbInn

I made these delicious muffins recently and they are so moist, chocolatey and gooey that I have had to slap my husband’s hands as he kept pinching them.  Although the original recipe calls for dairy-free chocolate chips, I used a … Continue reading →

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Raisin Cookies

Posted on January 14, 2016 by TheRobbInn

I made these cookies for the first time recently and they are really tasty.  Soft and slightly chewy, they are grain free. The raisins could be exchanged for dark chocolate chips, cranberries or currants. INGREDIENTS: ¼ cup palm shortening, unsalted … Continue reading →

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Honey Yoghurt Semifreddo with Raspberries and Pistachios

Posted on December 28, 2015 by TheRobbInn

Although this is classed as an elegant summer dessert, I found it ideal to serve on Christmas Day as an alternative to the heavy Christmas pudding.  An additional advantage is that it could be made in advance and kept in … Continue reading →

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Nilla Wafers

Posted on December 23, 2015 by TheRobbInn

Nilla Wafers have got to be my favourite ‘wafer’ or cookie to serve with ice cream or even just a cup of coffee. They are not my favourite wafer to bake though as they are a bit more fiddly than … Continue reading →

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Chocolate Macaroons

Posted on December 21, 2015 by TheRobbInn

Tasty little cookies to keep handy over the holiday period.  I used dairy-free chocolate to dip the macaroons in so anyone who is trying to be dairy-free can enjoy them. INGREDIENTS: 3 cups shredded coconut (unsweetened) ½ cup cacao powder … Continue reading →

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Chilli Roasted Cashew Nuts

Posted on December 20, 2015 by TheRobbInn

WARNING:  If you do not like spicy nibbles – this recipe is NOT for you. Chilli Roasted Cashew Nuts are hot and spicy and will have you going back for more.   The perfect nibble to serve with beer or cocktails … Continue reading →

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Candied Maple Pecans / Walnuts

Posted on December 19, 2015 by TheRobbInn

Once a year I make candied pecans and walnuts using maple syrup – Christmas, and every year I have trouble keeping them until the actual day!   Along with chilli cashews, they are my favourite nibble of all time. This year … Continue reading →

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Cheese Crackers (Gluten and Grain Free)

Posted on December 15, 2015 by TheRobbInn

These crackers are so moreish that as soon as they have cooled, I have to pack them away quickly as I cannot stop nibbling them. I made half with a salty topping, and half with a sprinkling of freshly ground … Continue reading →

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