Nuts and Nut Butters Recipes

Baked Almond Cake Donuts or Muffins (grain-free)

No messy frying step needed for deliciously satisfying, grain-free donuts. No donut pan? No problem. The recipe can be made as muffins instead!    I have a clear vision of the best donut I ever ate. It was from a cafe called Philz during a visit to Los Angeles several years ago. My family and…

Overnight Sticky Buns

A clever shortcut and prep-ahead convenience make these tried-and-true sticky buns as easy as they are delicious. The recipe has long been a family and reader favorite on holidays and special occasions. As an added bonus, the aroma wafting from your kitchen will remind you of the corner bakery! The anticipation of waking up to…

Caramel Apple Nachos

This fun twist on nachos delivers the flavor and crunch of a caramel apple, but in finger-food form. A hit with adults and kids alike!    When I think back to the cool fall days of my childhood, apples weave their way into so many fond memories. Bobbing for apples at Halloween parties, picking apples…

Roasted Beet & Green Bean Salad

Clever cooking techniques, make-ahead convenience, and lots of options add to the appeal of this vibrant salad. The versatile vinaigrette is an absolute keeper that comes together quickly with basic pantry items.   One of the first things I learned when I started The Fountain Avenue Kitchen in 2012 was just how polarizing certain foods can…

Crunchy Chicken Wraps with Peanut Dressing

Crunchy slaw and protein-rich chicken are bathed in a peanutty dressing then rolled into a handy wrap in this Asian-inspired meal that is sure to become a family favorite. As an option, feel free to skip a step and serve the chicken and slaw as a hearty, healthy salad!   Biting through a soft tortilla…

Favorite Peanut Dressing

Does the perfect peanut sauce recipe seem elusive? Look no further. This pantry-based recipe provides classic flavor with minimal effort and can be used in so many ways.   Does the consummate peanut dressing or sauce seem like something that can only be found when you’re eating out? The ingredients from one peanut sauce to…

Nutella Brownies

Chewy edges yield to delightfully creamy insides and a “just right” chocolate flavor in these Nutella-infused brownies…and the recipe fills a 9×13 pan!   Most years, I kick off the unofficial start to summer with some sort of ice cream treat. Because I’m making a slight deviation this year, I have two words for those…

Protein Packed Peanut Butter Balls

A wholesome list of pantry staples comes together easily for a good-for-you treat with a protein punch!         Over the years, my grandmother’s chocolate peanut butter egg recipe recipe has acquired a vast and devoted fanbase. The eggs (which can be rolled into balls if preferred) are pretty close to confectionary perfection, if…

Kale Pesto Pizza

Inspired by a customer favorite at a local restaurant, this easy-to-make pie might just redefine your typical pizza night - and increase its frequency!   If you’ve been to The Fridge on the edge of the city of Lancaster, chances are good you’re a fan of their mushroom and kale pizza. (Or has dined with…

Kale Pesto

This versatile sauce adds flavor to a wide variety of basic ingredients, elevating simple meals with ease while adding vibrant color and healthy appeal.           What is the key is to pulling off healthy and delicious meals with ease? (Emphasis on the last two words!) It’s a question I frequently hear.…

Cranberry Apple Crisp 

A delightful balance of sweet and tart adds something special to this easy crisp, which can be made dairy- and gluten-free if needed.   While I will always have a fond place in my heart for my grandmother’s black raspberry and apple pies, with their flaky, buttery crusts and sweet-tart fillings, I’ve broken with holiday tradition…

Waldorf Chicken Salad

Loaded with lean protein and fresh produce, this hearty salad perfectly balances savory and sweet ingredients while hitting all the right texture notes. Enjoy as a packable lunch or easy dinner!     Waldorf salad always reminds me of my grandmother. It was the first non-baked good she taught me how to make-I was probably…

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