Chocolate Brownie Pizza

Enjoy this gluten-free Chocolate Brownie Pizza for the ultimate chocolatey treat. This tasty and entertaining dessert is ideal for Halloween or any other time you're in the mood for a fudgy, sweet brownie with a twist. Add your preferred Halloween candy toppings to personalize it!

Ingredients:

• 1 cup gluten-free all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup cocoa powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup chocolate chips
• 1/4 cup Halloween candy e
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• 1/4 cup chopped nuts optional
• Vanilla ice cream optional, for serving

Instructions:

Set the oven temperature to 175C 350F

Grease a round baking dish or a 12-inch pizza pan

Mix the cocoa powder, baking powder, salt, and gluten-free all-purpose flour in a mixing bowl

Melt the butter and stir in the powdered sugar in a different bowl until thoroughly blended

To the sugar-butter mixture, add the eggs and vanilla extract, and whisk until smooth

Until you have a thick brownie batter, gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients

Using the greased pizza pan, evenly spread the brownie batter to form a round brownie "crust

" Over the brownie crust, scatter the chocolate chips, Halloween candies, and chopped nuts if using

A toothpick inserted into the center of the brownie should come out with a few moist crumbs after 20 to 25 minutes of baking in a preheated oven

Before slicing, take the brownie pizza out of the oven and allow it to cool slightly

Serve warm either plain or, for an added treat, with a scoop of vanilla ice cream! Savor your chocolate brownie pizza without gluten, topped with Halloween candy!

Tomato Chickpea Salad

This Tomato Chickpea Salad is a quick, easy, and light weeknight meal. Packed with fresh ingredients and a zesty dressing, it's the perfect dish for a healthy dinner option or a side salad.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 can 15 oz chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 1/2 red onion, finely chopped
• 1/2 cucumber, diced
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Feta cheese crumbles optional, for garnish

Instructions:

Put the chickpeas, red onion, cucumber, parsley, and cherry tomatoes in a large bowl

Add the olive oil and lemon juice to a different small bowl and mix them together using a whisk

Add the dressing to the salad and mix it around so that everything is covered

Add pepper and salt to taste

If you want, you can add crumbled feta cheese on top to make it taste even better

Put it in the fridge for 30 minutes before serving so that the flavors can mix

Enjoy! Serve cold

Vegan Mocha Cake Roll with Raspberries

Indulge in the rich flavors of mocha and the sweetness of raspberries with this delightful vegan cake roll. Perfect for any occasion, this dessert is sure to impress vegans and non-vegans alike.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/3 cup cocoa powder
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 3/4 cup almond milk
• 1 tsp apple cider vinegar
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 tbsp instant coffee powder
• 1/2 cup raspberry jam
• 1 cup fresh raspberries, for filling and garnish
• Powdered sugar, for dusting

Instructions:

Warm the oven up to 175F 350C

Prepare a 10x15-inch jelly roll pan by greasing it and lining it with parchment paper

Apple cider vinegar and almond milk should be mixed together in a small bowl

Take a break and let it sit for five minutes

Whisk the cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt together in a large bowl

To the almond milk mix, add sugar, oil, vanilla extract, and instant coffee powder

Mix everything together with a whisk

Mix the dry and wet ingredients together with a whisk until the mixture is smooth

When the jelly roll pan is ready, pour the batter into it and spread it out evenly

Put it in the oven and bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until a toothpick stuck in the middle comes out clean

Carefully flip the cake over onto a clean kitchen towel that has been dusted with powdered sugar while it is still warm

First, take off the cake's parchment paper

Then, start rolling the cake up tightly with the towel from one short end

On a wire rack, let the cake roll cool all the way down

Spread raspberry jam all over the top of the unrolled cake

Fresh raspberries should be put on top

Roll up the cake again without the towel

Put powdered sugar on top of the cake

Cut it up and serve!

Yakitori Style Tofu

Yakitori Style Tofu is a delicious vegan twist on the traditional Japanese yakitori. The tofu is marinated in a savory-sweet sauce and grilled to perfection, resulting in a flavorful and satisfying dish.

Ingredients:

• 1 block firm tofu, cut into cubes
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons mirin
• 1 tablespoon sake
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 2 green onions, thinly sliced for garnish
• 1 teaspoon sesame seeds for garnish

Instructions:

To make the marinade, combine the soy sauce, mirin, sake, and brown sugar in a small bowl and stir until the sugar is dissolved

Transfer the tofu cubes to a shallow dish and cover them with the marinade

To guarantee an even coating, let them marinate for at least thirty minutes, turning them from time to time

In a nonstick pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat

Tofu cubes should be taken out of the marinade; save the marinade for later use

Put the cubes of tofu onto skewers

After the pan has heated up, place the skewers on it and cook for 34 minutes on each side, or until the tofu is thoroughly heated and lightly browned

For added flavor, periodically brush the tofu with the reserved marinade while it's cooking

After cooking, take the tofu skewers out of the pan and set them aside on a platter

Before serving, garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions

Hawaiian Ham Roll Sliders

The sweet and savory flavors in these Hawaiian Ham Roll Sliders go well together, making them a great choice for a quick snack or party appetizer. When you combine sweet Hawaiian rolls with savory ham and Swiss cheese and cover them in a tasty honey-mustard glaze, you get a treat that will make your mouth water. They're also simple to make ahead of time and freeze for later use, which makes them a handy choice for busy days or when you have guests over.

Ingredients:

• 12 Hawaiian sweet rolls
• 12 slices of deli ham
• 6 slices of Swiss cheese, cut in half
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
• 1/4 cup honey
• 1 tablespoon poppy seeds
• 1 tablespoon dried minced onion
• 1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce

Instructions:

Start by heating the oven to 350F 175C

Cut the Hawaiian sweet rolls in half across the middle, but leave the two halves together

Put the bottom half of the rolls in a 9x13-inch baking dish that has been greased

Cover the bottom half of the rolls with slices of deli ham and Swiss cheese

Cover the ham and cheese with the top half of the rolls

Add the honey, poppy seeds, dried minced onion, Dijon mustard, and Worcestershire sauce to a bowl

Use a whisk to mix the ingredients together

Make sure the rolls are well covered by spreading the butter mixture over them

Place the baking dish in a preheated oven and cover it with aluminum foil

Bake for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the sliders are hot and the cheese is melted

Take them out of the oven and let them cool down a bit before you serve them

Good luck with your Hawaiian Ham Roll Sliders! Let them warm up first

Vino Nobile Riserva Pairing

You can enjoy a sophisticated pairing experience with the complex flavors of Carpineto Vino Nobile di Montepulciano Riserva 1990 paired with the salty notes of aged Parmesan cheese and Prosciutto di Parma and the sweet notes of fresh grapes.

Ingredients:

• 750ml Carpineto Vino Nobile di Montepulciano Riserva 1990
• 300g aged Parmesan cheese
• 200g Prosciutto di Parma
• 1 loaf of crusty bread
• 1 bunch of fresh grapes

Instructions:

Open the bottle of Carpineto Vino Nobile di Montepulciano Riserva 1990 and allow it to breathe for at least 30 minutes

Slice the Parmesan cheese and Prosciutto di Parma thinly

Slice the crusty bread into bite-sized pieces

Arrange the Parmesan cheese, Prosciutto di Parma, and grapes on a serving platter

Pour the wine into glasses and serve alongside the platter of food

Enjoy the combination of flavors and textures, savoring each bite with sips of the exquisite wine

Coffee-Infused Barbecue Sauce

This barbecue sauce has coffee in it, which gives grilled or smoked meats a rich, smoky flavor. The brewed coffee gives the sauce more depth, and the other ingredients keep the sweetness and sourness in check. It works great with chicken, ribs, or pulled pork.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup brewed coffee
• 1/2 cup ketchup
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tablespoon molasses
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

Put coffee that has been brewed, ketchup, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, and molasses in a saucepan

Add the garlic powder, onion powder, and smoked paprika and mix them in

Start by setting the pan on medium heat

Then, slowly pour the mixture in

Turn down the heat and let it simmer for 15 to 20 minutes, stirring every now and then, until the sauce gets thicker and about half of its original size

Add pepper and salt to taste

Take it off the heat and let it cool down a bit

After the sauce has cooled a bit, you can use it right away as a dipping sauce or to baste meats while they are grilling or smoking

Any extra sauce can be kept in the fridge for up to a week in a container that won't let air in

Teriyaki Tofu Bites

Delicious and flavorful, these Teriyaki Tofu Bites are a vegan twist on a classic Japanese dish. Crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, they're perfect as a snack or served over rice for a satisfying meal.

Ingredients:

• 1 block firm tofu, pressed and cubed
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons maple syrup
• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon grated ginger
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 1 tablespoon water
• Toasted sesame seeds, for garnish
• Chopped green onions, for garnish

Instructions:

Start by heating the oven to 400F 200C

Put rice vinegar, soy sauce, ginger, garlic, and maple syrup in a bowl

Add the cubed tofu to the sauce and let it sit for 10 to 15 minutes

Line a baking sheet with foil and put the tofu on it

Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, flipping it over halfway through

Mix water and cornstarch in a small saucepan until the cornstarch is gone

Add the rest of the marinade to the pan and stir it around constantly as you bring it to a simmer

You can add the thickened teriyaki sauce to the tofu after taking it out of the oven when it's crispy

Before serving, top with chopped green onions and toasted sesame seeds

Classic Waffles

These classic waffles are a great way to start the day. They're fluffy and light, and they're great for a lazy morning.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions:

In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt

In another bowl, whisk together buttermilk, melted butter, egg, and vanilla extract

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined

Do not overmix; it's okay if there are a few lumps

Preheat your waffle iron according to the manufacturer's instructions

Lightly grease the waffle iron with non-stick cooking spray or a small amount of melted butter

Pour the waffle batter onto the preheated waffle iron and cook according to the manufacturer's instructions until the waffles are golden brown and crisp

Carefully remove the waffles from the iron and serve hot with your favorite toppings like maple syrup, fresh fruit, or whipped cream

Free Printable Cupcake Wrappers and Toppers

These free printable cupcake wrappers and toppers from Skip to my Lou will make your cupcakes look better. Making them is a fun and easy way to make your cupcakes unique for any event.

Ingredients:

• Printable cupcake wrappers and toppers from Skip to my Lou
• Cupcakes of your choice homemade or store-bought
• Frosting of your choice homemade or store-bought
• Scissors
• Glue or double-sided tape

Instructions:

Visit Skip to my Lou website to download the free printable cupcake wrappers and toppers

Print out the wrappers and toppers on high-quality paper or cardstock for best results

Carefully cut out the wrappers and toppers using scissors

Wrap each cupcake with one of the printable cupcake wrappers and secure it in place using glue or double-sided tape

Frost your cupcakes with your desired frosting

You can use a piping bag for a decorative touch

Place the printed toppers on top of each frosted cupcake to complete the look

Arrange your decorated cupcakes on a serving platter or cupcake stand

Serve and enjoy your beautifully decorated cupcakes!