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Low-Carb Keto Cheesecake (Instant Pot Recipe)

Published on September 12, 2020Last updated October 5, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Keto cheesecake with almond crust.

With just seven carbs per serving, this keto-friendly cheesecake has a gluten-free almond crust and cooks perfectly in an Instant Pot in just 30 minutes. You can also use the same recipe to make … [Read more...]

How to Make Vanilla-Vanilla Ice-Cream (Keto Low-Carb)

Published on July 25, 2020Last updated October 5, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Keto ice cream on a keto almond waffle.

This low-carb keto vanilla-vanilla ice-cream is just like your favorite soft-serve fresh out of the ice-cream maker. With just two net-carbs per serving, enjoy it as it is or add berries or … [Read more...]

Low-Carb Keto Dessert Waffle Recipe

Published on July 25, 2020Last updated January 18, 2022 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Keto dessert waffle on a plate.

This simple keto dessert waffle made with almond flour has just 4 net-carbs per serving. Fold and fill with homemade vanilla-vanilla keto ice-cream for a delicious dessert. Simple … [Read more...]

How to Make Perfect Granola (Recipe)

Published on December 10, 2019Last updated October 6, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Homemade granola.

Is there such a thing as perfect granola? Yes. And it starts with your choice of ingredients. Combine them in the right ratios with something sweet, bake carefully, and you’ve got it. I’ll show you … [Read more...]

Melted Snowman Cookie Recipe

Published on December 1, 2019Last updated October 23, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Melted snowman cookies.

Quick! Make these cookies before they melt. Known as melted snowman cookies, we gave ours to a school bake sale where they were called Global Warming Snowperson Biscuits. Either way, they are … [Read more...]

How to Make Reindeer Cupcakes (Recipe)

Published on November 17, 2019Last updated October 23, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Reindeer cupcakes.

These reindeer cupcakes always sell out fast at school bakes sales during the holidays. Start with my best chocolate cupcake and frosting recipe and add pretzels, vanilla wafers, and candy to create … [Read more...]

How to Make the Best Brownies (Recipe)

Published on November 9, 2019Last updated October 23, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Chocolate brownie bites.

Yes, this is the best brownies recipe in the world. After trying dozens, we came up with our perfect chocolate single-serving brownie. Bake them in muffin tins and they are ready to serve. This is … [Read more...]

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