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Very few people don’t like chocolate. It is an important part of any diet, and it also makes us smarter — so why not eat it as much as you can? 1. Crispy and delicate chocolate cookie INGREDIENTS 3 egg whites 65 g of cocoa powder 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon of salt 1 teaspoon of vanilla 100 g of chocolate drops 360 g of powdered sugar PREPARATION 1. Combine all the dry ingredients in a bowl. 2. Add the egg whites and vanilla. Mix everything together with a whisk to get a smooth paste. Do not whip it up, just mix it. 3. Add the chocolate drops. 4. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Scoop the batter with a teaspoon and make small cookies. There should be 2 or 3 cm between them. Bake for 15 minutes at 180° C. 5. Let the cookies cool down for 10 minutes. They are very brittle when hot. 2. Chocolate cheesecake INGREDIENTS 250 g of cookies 150 g of butter 2 tablets of dark chocolate 3 eggs 1 cup of powdered s

A dark chocolate cookie crust filled with whipped mascarpone and topped with raspberries.  Perfect for Valentine’s Day! Do you do anything special for Valentine’s Day?  We really don’t go like to go crazy for this “holiday”, our life is crazy enough 🙂  Although you won’t find us in a restaurant,  maybe I’ll make dessert.   Sometimes I’ll make a heart shaped breakfast for the kids, or some heart shaped cookies.  So creative I know! Stepping away from the hearts this year, but I definitely think that for Valentine’s Day chocolate is a must!  That’s why I started this tart with a dark chocolate cookie crust.  The rich chocolate flavor goes perfectly well with the smooth creamy whipped mascarpone filling.  Mascarpone cheese is a little indulgent (and challenging to spell!) but what better excuse than love to bake with the best ingredients. A few simple raspberries are the topping.  I just love the gorgeous color they gave this tart.  I went with a super simple diagonal pl

Full of many healthy goodies, peanut butter energy balls are exactly what you want to be snacking on!  Introducing – The easiest snack you’ll ever make!  Made with all healthy ingredients and refined- sugar free.  These energy balls will satisfy all your late afternoon cravings. This same recipe exists already on the blog, deep down in the archives.  Actually one of the first things I ever shared here on The Well Floured Kitchen.  I had made square energy balls, which is still an option.  Yet, most people are looking for round energy balls, so I thought it might be time for an update. I did change one thing about them.  The amount of honey has been reduced to 1/3 a cup.  I was so happy to find that they are still sweet enough to appease my nagging sweet tooth.  Also, did I mention the hint of chocolate?  I used a couple tablespoons of my Navitas cacao powder – my favorite and I highly recommend it.  But these can definitely be made with any cocoa powder you have availa

Half chocolate dough and half peanut butter dough makes double the goodness! These swirled cookies are rich, fudgy and delicious! I say often on the blog, weigh your ingredients – it is so important for good baking.  It’s something I do for every single thing I bake.   My scale was lovingly overworked, but alas one day it stopped altogether.  I have a feeling it was mad about something, since on its way out it whispered to the other appliances… psst all of you – come with me! So my food processor promptly followed suit.  I’ve been using the same one for 16 years, but sadly the company no long sells all the parts to it.   So there has been lots of flipping through amazon reviews, trying to cobble together new and old pieces that will work in harmony. whatever… I can live without them temporarily. But lastly, the one I can barely say without tears, my #1 kitchen tool.  My Viking professional mixer.  That big, oversized, takes-up-too-much-counter-space, lovable mo

Finally, a smoothie I can embrace.  Although I make smoothies all the time, I never drank one until now.  Much to my dismay, I do not love fruit.  Why oh why do all smoothies have fruit?  I do tolerate a certain amount for my health, but it is not my favorite.  (BTW, this has been very helpful in growing adventurous eaters.  If they see you continuing to try a food you are not crazy about, they will be encouraged to do the same.) But now that I’ve found a new way to enjoy a smoothie without fruit, I am excited by the possibilities.  I am on a mission for “fruitless” smoothies, or maybe just ones so tasty I don’t notice a bit of fruit. Check out that straw!  Do your kids love to drink from a straw?  Mine do, but I hated throwing away all those bits of plastic.  Stainless Steel Straws have been a great eco-friendly alternative. This smoothie tastes just like a cookie, but it is naturally sweetened with just a bit of honey.  Yum!  The sweetness will depend on your brands

Looking for the perfect dessert for your next Cinco de Mayo fiesta or southwestern-style party? Look no further— and look beyond flan! Not only are these treats formed in the shape of the most decorative, festive sombrero, they’re concealing an awesome surprise inside. That’s right— these cookies are piñatas! They’re coming to us from Cookies, Cupcakes and Cardio, and they’re easier to make than you ever would have guessed. You can even use whatever sugar cookie or buttercream recipe you want, along with your favorite candies. Watch and learn how they come together . Make These Sombrero Piñata Cookies for Your Cinco de Mayo Fiesta! One of the best things about this idea is you can use whatever sugar cookie and buttercream recipe you know and love. If you want to use Cookies, Cupcakes and Cardio’s recipe . . . INGREDIENTS Sugar Cookies ¾ cup butter 1 cup sugar 1 large egg 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 3 tablespoons whipping cream (heavy cream) 1 teaspoon almond

Sometimes for dessert, you want something decadent and complex. Most of the time, though? We want something simple, easy, and delicious— like this ice-box cake! The fabulous no-bake dessert couldn’t be easier, and yet the finished product knocks more complicated desserts out of the park. Even better, you can use your favorite chocolate chip cookies – be they homemade or store-bought – to make it. When it’s layered with whipped cream, chocolate, and caramel, there’s really nothing better. Watch Tastemade show us how to put it together . This Chocolate Chip Cookie Ice-Box Cake Will Be Your New Go-To No-Bake Dessert INGREDIENTS 4 cups heavy cream, preferably organic 1/3 cup powdered sugar 1 tbsp. vanilla extract 48 thin and crispy chocolate chip cookies, such as Tate’s 1 bottle caramel sauce, such as Ghirardelli 1 bottle chocolate sauce, such as Ghirardelli 1 small dark chocolate bar, for shavings DIRECTIONS 1. In a stand mixer fitted with a whisk attachment

Your children will love mixing the dough for these cute Easter biscuits Ingredients 200 g unsalted butter, cut into small cubes 200 g Fairtrade caster sugar 1 medium free-range egg, beaten 400 g plain flour, plus extra for dusting 2 tsp Madagascan vanilla extract To decorate: 180 g icing sugar, sifted 2 tbsp fresh milk A few drops of pink food colouring 25 mini marshmallows, halved You will also need: Bunny-shaped cutters, or use a stencil cut from baking parchment Method Using an electric hand mixer, beat the butter and sugar together in a bowl, until pale and fluffy. Add the egg and continue to beat. Sift in the flour, then add the vanilla extract and fold through to form a dough. Turn out the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead gently until smooth. Chill in the fridge for 30 minutes. Preheat the oven to 180°C, fan 160°C, gas 4. Line 2 baking trays with baking parchment. Remove the dough from the fridge and roll out unti

Delicate and elegant, these biscuits would make the perfect gift. A great recipe for children to make for Easter Ingredients 50 g unsalted butter 30 g icing sugar, sifted, plus extra for dusting 30 g icing sugar, sifted, plus extra for dusting 60 g plain flour 25 g ground almonds 1 medium free-range egg, yolk only For the filling: 100 g icing sugar, sifted, plus extra for dusting 3 tsp water 50 g unsalted butter A few drops each of pink green food colouring You'll also need: Flower-shaped cookie cutters Method Using an electric hand mixer, beat together the butter and icing sugar until creamy. Fold in the flour and almonds, then beat in the egg yolk. Use a palette knife to bring the dough together, then shape into a ball with your hands. Wrap the dough in clingfilm and chill in the fridge for 20-30 minutes. Preheat the oven to 180°C, fan 160°C, gas 4. Line a baking tray with baking parchment. On a work surface dusted with icing sug

These spicy, fragrant cookies are great for an Easter tea-time treat Ingredients 125 g English unsalted butter, softened, plus extra for greasing optional 0.5 orange, finely grated zest and juice 1 tsp Fairtrade ground mixed spice 200 g Fairtrade light brown soft sugar 1 capful Madagascan vanilla extract 200 g British self-raising flour 200 g mixed dried fruit Method Preheat the oven to 180°C, fan 160°C, gas 4. Grease 3 baking trays or line with greaseproof paper. If you don't have 3 trays, bake the cookies in batches. In a bowl, beat the butter, orange zest, mixed spice and sugar together until pale and fluffy. Add the vanilla extract, sift in the flour, then add the dried fruit and orange juice, and mix well. Form the mixture into small balls using a teaspoon and put them onto the baking trays, spacing well apart. They will spread and flatten into cookies as they bake Bake for 10-13 minutes until cooked and light golden, but still chewy