A fluffy, fruity coffee cake with a sweet crusty topping Yield: 9 servings Ingredients: 2 cups all-purpose flour1/2 cup sugar1 tablespoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt2 eggs1/4 cup vegetable oil3/4 cup milk1 cup blueberries, cranberries*, raspberries, chopped strawberries, or finely-chopped apples Topping Ingredients: 1/3 cup all-purpose flour1/3 cup brown sugar1/4 cup… Read more »
A moist, sweet carrot-pineapple cake with a light cream cheese frosting Yield: 9 servings Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups flour1 cup sugar1 teaspoon baking powder1 teaspoon baking soda1 teaspoon cinnamon1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon vanilla2/3 cup oil2 eggs1 cup (packed) finely shredded carrot1/2 cup crushed pineapple (with juice) Frosting Ingredients: 3 ounces… Read more »
A dark spicy oatmeal cake with a sweet broiled coconut topping Yield: 16-24 servings Ingredients: Spice Cake Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups flour1 cup quick oats1 cup brown sugar1/2 cup granulated sugar1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon nutmeg1/2 cup butter, softened or melted1 cup water2 eggs2… Read more »
An all-natural fruit cake with pecans, dates, and pineapple! Yield: 4-5 dozen small slices Ingredients: 1 cup honey4 eggs1 cup whole wheat pastry flour*2 teaspoons vanilla extract1/2 teaspoon salt12 ounces chopped pecans**12 ounces dried pineapple slices, finely chopped12 ounces dried pitted dates, finely chopped** Instructions: 1. In a large bowl,… Read more »
A breakfast my mom served when I was growing up: Toasted homemade bread topped with milk and sugar! Yield: 1 serving Ingredients: 1 slice homemade bread1-2 teaspoons sugar or alternative1/2 cup whole milk Instructions: 1. Toast bread until nicely browned, but not burnt (of course). 2. Lay toast in a… Read more »
Tender, moist, and deliciously spiced pumpkin whole wheat pancakes! Yield: 18 small-medium pancakes Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups whole wheat pastry flour1 teaspoon baking soda2 teaspoons baking powder1/4 teaspoon salt2 teaspoons ground cinnamon1/4 teaspoon ground ginger1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg1 1/3 cups buttermilk1 cup mashed/canned pumpkin2 eggs1/2 cup sour cream2 teaspoons vanilla… Read more »
Spiced pumpkin scones with cinnamon icing drizzled on top! Yield: 8 scones Ingredients: 1 cup whole wheat pastry flour1 cup all-purpose flour*1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder1/4 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg1/8 teaspoon ground ginger1/8 teaspoon ground cloves6 tablespoons butter, sliced and chilled1/3 cup pumpkin puree1/3 cup heavy… Read more »
Tender and flaky scones with cranberries and almonds, topped with a sweet crusty glaze Yield: 8 scones Ingredients: 2 1/8 cups all-purpose flour*1/4 cup granulated sugar1/8 teaspoon salt1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder1/2 cup (1 stick) cold butter, sliced3/4 cup dried sweetened cranberries (“Craisins” or other brand)1/4 cup sliced or chopped… Read more »
Flaky lemon scones, drizzled with a tangy lemon icing Yield: 8 scones Ingredients: 2 cups all-purpose flour1/4 cup sugar1/8 teaspoon salt1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder1/2 cup (1 stick) cold butter, cut1 1/2 teaspoons lemon zest*2 teaspoons freshly squeezed lemon juice1/2 cup heavy whipping cream1 egg Icing Ingredients: 3/4 cup confectioner’s… Read more »
A creamy baked oatmeal with apples and cinnamon. Serve with milk for breakfast or with whipped cream for dessert! Yield: 6-8 servings Ingredients: 2 eggs1/8 teaspoon salt2 teaspoons cinnamon1/2 cup brown sugar*4 cups milk2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats2 large apples (2-3 cups), cored and diced**Milk or whipped cream, for serving… Read more »
