dessert Archives - Jackie Newgent

cocoa-peppermint power patties

by Jackie Newgent | December 5, 2021 | 5 Comments

a bit out of a cocoa-peppermint power patty

Loosely inspired by the candy version of peppermint patties, these cocoa-peppermint power patties give you all of the chocolatey and pepperminty flavors you desire. Plus, you can feel good about indulging in them!

my favorite plant-based chocolate chip cookies

by Jackie Newgent | December 21, 2020 | 6 Comments

I’ve shared so, so, so, soooo many of my recipes throughout my cookbooks, food company projects, social media, and this blog; but my favorite plant-based chocolate chip cookies recipe is one that I’ve been holding on to for some reason. Until now! I figure whipping up a batch of comforting cookies is at least one tiny way to end the year on a bit of a sweet note after a year that was … in food terms … rancid and rotten. So here you go!

fudgy miso brownies with sea salt

by Jackie Newgent | September 20, 2020 | 1 Comment

All the way from Ireland, my friend John sent me a recipe for salted miso brownies to try. Of course, I needed to Americanize the recipe measurements … because that’s still what we do here in the states. And, I added my own twists … because that’s what I do. For some reason, I can’t simply make a recipe the way the recipe is written. My creative side can’t seem to contain itself!

double chocolate banana dessert bread

by Jackie Newgent | March 21, 2018 | 8 Comments

I’ve got an oh-so-yummy family-friendly recipe for you. And no, I didn’t sneak kale or anything odd into it! This is just what you think it is … a chocolate lover’s quick bread that has plenty of banana goodness and mouthwatering moistness. Enjoy this double chocolate banana dessert bread as a snack or, as the name implies, dessert. A healthy-ish dessert, that is!

natural pink party frosting

by Jackie Newgent | November 21, 2017 | 2 Comments

Occasionally I cheat … on cupcakes, that is! When it’s just me, I’ve been known to frost healthy muffins and pass them off as cupcakes. It totally works for my tastebuds! Though, I’ve never tried this trick out on anyone else … at least yet! But please be my guest and use this vegan (Meatless Monday-friendly!) frosting any way you wish, even if you just prefer going the traditional route by frosting cake or cupcakes. The flavor is a hint fruity, which actually makes it quite versatile. Its pink hue comes naturally by way of pomegranate juice reduction. It’s definitely not that artificial holiday red color; it’s better. Actually, enjoy this pink frosting for any celebration throughout the year! Though...