Butternut Pie in an Almond Crust
Any winter squash -- including pumpkin, of course -- could be used for the filling of this autumnal crumb-and-nut crust dessert, but butternut is widely available and has one of the highest amounts of beta-carotene.
Chai-poached apricots and plums
Combine sugar and 3 cups water in a 3- to 4-quart saucepan. Halve vanilla bean lengthwise with a paring knife and scrape seeds into pan, then add pod. Bring mixture to a boil, stirring occasionally until sugar is dissolved. Add plums and simmer,…
Chickpea Cookies
Look for chickpea flour in specialty food shops and natural foods supermarkets.
Chocolate and Cointreau Mousse
Mousse in French literally means froth or foam. This melt-in-the-mouth mousse marries the classic flavors of chocolate and orange, is simple to prepare, and makes a magical finale to any meal.
Chocolate Cake with Crystallized Ginger
This decadent chocolate cake is delicious eaten on it's own, or topped with fresh berries.
Chocolate Cheesecake Squares
Individual pieces can be picked up and enjoyed with a good cup of coffee.
Chocolate Chip Biscotti
Delicious as is, these cookies are even better when dipped in chocolate coating or drizzled with caramel glaze. Sprinkling cinnamon sugar over the unbaked dough is another tasty option.
Chocolate Chip Yogurt Cookies
Here's an all-time favorite you'll enjoy all the more because yogurt is substituted for some of the fat.
Chocolate Meringue Cookies
These wonderfully light but satisfying cookies are almost fat-free. You could serve a couple of them nestled into a small portion of nonfat vanilla yogurt or ice cream for a special dessert.
Chocolate Swirl Quick Bread
Cinnamon provides a nice warm, spicy undertone to the chocolate in this tea bread.