Easy 1-Ingredient Tangerine Sorbet Recipe ( No Sugar Added)

This tangerine sorbet recipe blew me away. I used just one ingredient — fresh frozen tangerine segments — to whip up a dairy-free, sugar-free treat in just one minute. It was absolutely (surprisingly) delicious. It tasted just like the homemade Italian water ice that we get in the summer from a local stand.

Irresistible Vegan and Gluten-Free Apple Crisp Breakfast

I'm welcoming fall (it's almost here) with an easy to make and tasty apple crisp breakfast idea that is healthy enough to eat for breakfast but delicious enough to adapt for dessert.

How to Freeze or Store Bananas for Future Recipes

Too many bananas? 

Are they ripening more quickly than you can eat them? 

There are two ways to save those bananas that doesn't involve making banana bread!

Berry Salad with Mint and Coconut

Looking for an easy, light, and healthy dessert that will make a wow impression? 

This berry salad with mint and coconut is sure be a hit! There is nothing easier or more delicious than a huge bowl of berries combined into a simple salad.

Fresh Carrot Cake Bars

These are interesting and unusual fresh carrot "cake" bars.

They do not require cooking, just freezing. 

Apple Berry Cream Parfait- Vegan

I love when I surprise myself with a spectacular dessert made from whatever ingredients I have in my kitchen. No, I had no recipe and yes I used whatever I had. I took the individually made dessert parfaits out on the pool deck (I live in Florida) to share with friends and everyone love it.

I had Apples, blueberries, walnuts, and oatmeal which I used to make a vegan and parve parfait that is tasty enough to serve for dessert but can be made healthy enough to also eat for breakfast.  

WHAAAT?? you say. 

I had too many apples and realized that I needed to try to use them up. I was originally thinking about making an apple crisp but my idea sort of morphed into this delicious dessert that would also eat as an overnight oatmeal.

I did not want to add sugar, so I pondered about how to make the filling somewhat sweet. I decided that pure maple syrup would work. 

However, 

My husband buys little fruit flavored crystals to add to water to make a fruit flavored drink. The packets are very flavorful and contain, lemon, lemon oil, cane sugar, stevia, natural flavor and vegetable juice for color.  Are they healthy or unhealthy? I'm kind of neutral on the decision. 

The packets do contain a tad of sugar but have only 10 calories per packet, so there is not even a teaspoon of sugar in a full packet. I used 1 packet to make 8 individual parfaits.  

 You could substitute maple syrup especially for breakfast.

After all how many people eat pancakes with sweet syrup. 

I'll let you choose. I've adapted the recipe so you can choose your sweetener of choice. If maple syrup seems healthier to you, then substitute maple syrup for the little packet of naturally flavored sweetener. DONE!

I used the packet. It was bursting with fruit flavor, very low in sugar, and worked perfectly. I served it as dessert. If I want it as breakfast, I will use maple syrup or no sweetener at all. 

Ingredients: 

4 cups of chopped or sliced organic apples with skin

1.5 cups of water 

2 tablespoons of non-GMO cornstarch dissolved in 1 cup of warm water

1 tablespoon of fresh lemon juice

1 cup of blueberries (fresh or frozen)

1 packet of True Lemon or 1/4 cup of maple syrup

1 teaspoon of cinnamon

1/2 teaspoon of ground ginger 

1/2 cup of chopped walnuts

1 cup of nut creamer divided between 8 parfaits

Topping: 

2 cups of gluten-free rolled oats

1 cup of unsweetened applesauce 

Mix together applesauce into the oats to moisten and set aside.

Filling: 

Mix corn starch and 1 cup of warm water and set aside. Add chopped apple and 1.5 water to a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil and then simmer. Add corn starch mixture and stir well. Add lemon juice and continue to stir. When mixture begins to thicken, the True Lemon flavored packet, cinnamon, ginger, and walnuts. 

Put a teaspoon of topping on the bottom of a glass. Add some filling, some topping and end with filling. 

Pour 1tablespoon or more of nut creamer over each dessert. 

Enjoy this delightful apple berry cream parfait that is easy to make and extremely tasty. It's made with fresh fruit, nuts. oatmeal, and almond cream

Notes: 

1. I get the box of packets on Amazon or at my local supermarket. Beware that they have an energy version as well which contains caffeine from green tea.

2.  This is a vegan dessert. I use the BetterHalf  creamer which is made from coconut cream and almond milk. It is certified vegan, gluten-free, kosher, nonGMO and has 15 calories for 2 Tablespoons and tastes creamy and delicious. I get it at Whole Foods or some local supermarkets in the refrigerator case. 

3. The True Lemon Packets are kosher, gluten-free, and non GMO.

 

Easy Blueberry Raspberry Pie- No-Bake, Gluten-free, Vegan

Yum!! This no-bake berry pie recipe tastes as incredible as it looks—and it’s very easy to make too. It's one of my go-to recipes when I want something that can come together quickly, yet is homemade.

If you love blueberries and or raspberries, this fresh berry pie recipe is about to become a favorite. It’s bursting with juicy flavor, naturally lower in sugar, and requires minimal cooking. In fact, only a small portion of the berries are gently cooked, while over three cups remain fresh—giving the pie its vibrant taste and texture.

Gluten-free and Dairy-free

 This dessert is completely gluten-free and dairy-free making it perfect for a variety of guests who might have eating restrictions. 

Easy Nut Crust

The crust is a simple, wholesome blend of chopped almonds, coconut or regular table sugar, and coconut oil, adding a lightly sweet, nutty base that pairs perfectly with the berries. 

Buy a Prepared Crust; Just Make the Filling

Not into making your own crust? For convenience, you can also use a pre-made gluten-free crust made from nuts or graham crackers. I typically bake the crust briefly before adding the filling, but if you’re short on time, a ready-made option works beautifully.

Any Blend of Berries Will Work 

For this version, I used a mix of blueberries and raspberries, but this recipe is incredibly versatile. You can swap in your favorite berries or even make it with all blueberries for a classic twist.

Whether you’re looking for a healthy berry dessert, a no-bake summer pie, or an easy crowd-pleasing recipe, this one checks all the boxes—and it’s always a hit with my family.

Crust:

Preheat oven to 350 degrees

1 and 1/4 cup of almonds

1/3 cup of coconut sugar (or regular sugar)

2 tablespoons of cold coconut oil ( that has hardened to be like butter)

Place almonds and sugar into a food processor with the metal blade. Pulse until the almonds are very small but not a paste. Add coconut oil and process until it forms a ball of dough. Press the dough into a 8 inch Pyrex pie pan or 8 inch rectangular Pyrex baking dish. Bake for 12 minutes in oven. Remove from oven and set aside. 

Ingredients: 

1 cup of frozen or fresh blueberries

3 cups of fresh raspberries or blueberries

1/4 cup of coconut sugar (or regular sugar)

1/4 cup water + 2 tablespoons of corn starch or potato starch mixed well 

Directions: 

Add blueberries, coconut sugar, and water and corn starch mixture to a saucepan. Stirring continuously cook mixture over low flame until mixture starts to thicken. Remove from stove and add remainder of berries and fold into the cooked berries. 

Pour berry mixture over the crust. Allow to cool slightly and then refrigerate for 6 hours. 

Notes: 

1. Coconut sugar- sold in many supermarkets in the health food aisle. It is lower in glycemic index than regular sugar and may contain more vitamins. 

2. Corn starch- most corn products come from genetically modified corn (corn starch, corn meal, corn chips, etc) unless specifically labeled non-GMO. I prefer to substitute potato starch. 

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Honey Cake for Rosh Hashanah-Egg-free, Gluten-free, Dairy-free

Honey cake is one of the traditional desserts that we eat on Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year! My mother always made her honey cake using a cup of strong black tea and added chopped walnuts to the batter.

Peach Bundt Cake-Vegan and Gluten Free

It's peach season in New Jersey, and I made this delicious peach bundt cake. 

Strawberry Blondies-Gluten Free and Vegan

If you like blondies, you will love these hearty strawberry blondies that I made with local organic strawberries that were big, plump, sweet, and juicy.

I bought 2 pints yesterday and after eating quite a few of them, I decided to bake my strawberry blondies for my grandkids who are coming to dinner tonight. (We will be eating outside on the deck and six feet apart.)

Quick 2 Ingredient Ice Cream- No Machine

Creamy strawberry ice cream, made from fresh fruit and nothing else, can be whipped up in your food processor in just minutes! It's a rich refreshing dessert that is not only delicious, it is also good for you. If you want to restrict the amount of sugar that your kids (or you) eat, then this is a great alternative to store-bought, high sugar, dairy-rich ice cream.  

Energy Balls- High Protein

Do you love cookie dough? 

These little high protein energy balls are all the rage on Pinterest right now and are made with chickpeas! Yes I did say chickpeas and no, they don't taste weird.

Vegan and Gluten Free Shabbat Dinner

This was Friday night Shabbat dinner for our Sabbath.

It's vegan, gluten free, filling, and healthy. 

Lots of greens and protein rich foods

A delicious vegan apple cake for dessert.

I think the photos say it all! 

I've included recipes and information about our traditions!

Wild Blueberry Slushy

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This wild blueberry dessert is almost like blueberry ice cream, but a little slushier! Sometimes I'm in the mood for something cold, rich, and creamy but don't want to consume the calories or fat that are in traditional ice cream. In those moments, I make myself a decadent wild blueberry slushy low calorie dessert in just 5 minutes!  

Easy Gluten Free Bundt Cake

This is one of the easiest gluten free (vegan) cakes I've every made. The recipe was given to me by a vegan friend.

I mixed the simple ingredients by hand in a large bowl and just poured the batter into a greased bundt pan. It literally took me less than 10 minutes prep and then 25-30 minutes to bake the cake.

One Minute Chocolate Pudding

My one-minute Chocolate Pudding recipe is a perfect way to stick to healthy but still enjoy eating something very decadent !!

Do you remember your mom making homemade chocolate pudding, and it had a skin on top and was so delicious? This one is similar, but it will only take a minute to make and this contains healthier and lower calorie ingredients.

It's the best dessert ever when wanting something rich that you can make very quickly. For kids, you can add real peanut butter instead of Peanut butter powder if you don't mind the extra fat content.

Banana Split Breakfast

This is such a clever idea. Do you love banana splits? Now you can have one for breakfast or lunch. 

However instead of the ice cream, substitute a scoop of cottage cheese or Greek yogurt . 

You can still use a banana and add any fruit and or that nuts you like to make a healthy delicious breakfast treat. See all the interesting healthy combinations.

Low Carb Almond Cookies That Everyone Will Love

It doesn't have to be a holiday to enjoy these lower carb delicious almond cookies. They are easy to make, flour-less, low in carbs and although simple, they are amazingly tasty. This gluten free recipe contains only 3 basic ingredients and no grains or flours of any kind

With a prep time of only 5 minutes and a cook time of only 8-10 minutes, this quick and easy cookie can be whipped up at the spur of the moment for your family or friends throughout the holidays or to bring to a party!

My good friend and neighbor, Yda, who is an amazing cook, gave me this recipe. Her recipe uses only almonds, sweetener and egg whites.  It is a perfect Passover or Easter recipe. Actually any holiday.

Where do I get large bags of sliced almonds at a reasonable price? 

You can purchase bags of sliced almonds at Trader Joe's or Costco. Their prices are reasonable, and they are also available online on Amazon Trader Joe's Raw Sliced Almonds - Take advantage of the convenience and savings online.



The Recipe

Author of Gluten Free A-Z Blog: Judee Algazi
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 8-10 minutes
Makes: 1 dozen cookies

Ingredients: 
1 cup of sliced almonds
2 egg whites, mixed with a fork (do not beat egg whites)
1/2 cup of sugar
Optional: Add mini choc chips

Directions:
Preheat oven to 350 degrees
Using a large mixing bowl and a spoon, mix sliced almonds, whites of the 2 eggs that have been mixed lightly with a fork, and sugar. Place spoonfuls on a cookie sheet that has been lined with parchment paper. Bake for 8-10 minutes until cookies look crisp. Watch carefully so they do not burn.

Optional: reduce sugar to 1/4 cup and add 1/2 cup of chopped dried fruit of choice ( chopped dates, chopped raisins, or chopped dried cranberries)

Mix (do not beat) the egg white slightly with a fork

Add the almonds

Drop by spoonfuls on a lined cookie sheet 

My Notes: 

My parchment paper is unbleached to avoid the toxins that are in bleached white parchment paper. I use a non-bleached parchment paper that I buy for 5.99 a roll in a local supermarket. I noticed that they sell the same brand online at Amazon for 4 rolls IF YOU CARE 100% Unbleached Silicone Parchment Paper, 70-Foot Roll (Pack of 4) for $21.14.

My Notes: 

1. This is a perfect cookie for Passover since it does not contain any flour.

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Also makes a wonderful Christmas Cookie.

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Cranberry Apple Chutney

The colors of this cranberry chutney are beautiful and just in time for Thanksgiving. The tart fresh cranberries are cooked with sweet apple and raisins to create a sensational fruity topping for your Thanksgiving dinner. Fresh cranberries are easy to make and cook up really quickly. This recipe only takes 20 minutes.

By definition, chutney is a type of condiment that is similar to a relish except it's usually made with a fruit, sugar, and vinegar. It has an interesting taste and enhances whatever you eat it with. I left the vinegar out, as my husband can detect vinegar a mile away and doesn't like it.

The other night we went to our's friend Eileen and Al's condo in the city ( Philadelphia) !
Eileen served this fabulous chutney for dessert over sweet lemon sorbet.
The flavors were sensational and the colors just danced.

Found these in the supermarket 

As good as it was over dessert, I prefer my cranberries served with my meal. It can be used the same way as cranberry sauce. If you eat Turkey- use it as a topping. For a vegetarian like myself, this type of relish is a perfect complement to stuff winter squash or as a topping over baked apples.

Cut the acorn squash in half, scoop out seeds and bake  the two halves face down on a cookie sheet with a rim . Pour 1 cup of water on cookies sheet and bake at 375 degrees for about 25 minutes or until soft when a knife is inserted. Remove from oven and add the cranberry chutney. 

Thanksgiving is the one occasion that I treat myself to fresh organic cranberries! I usually buy a bag and then search for a  new recipe that I can make. It just wouldn't be Thanksgiving without some fresh cranberries.

Did you know that cranberries contribute big time to your health?  These acidic berries are rich in Vitamin C, tannins, and antioxidants. This highly overlooked berry is beneficial for the fall and the entire year.

As with all my real food recipes, this recipe meets gluten free, grain free, vegan and vegetarian standards.

Author: Judee Algazi
Prep Time : 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Cool before eating


Ingredients:
12 ounce package of fresh organic cranberries
1 large apple, peeled and chopped
1/2 cup of raisins
1/2 cup raw nuts, chopped ( walnuts or cashews)
1/4 cup of Orange Juice concentrate
3/4 cup of water
3/4 cup of coconut sugar crystals (or sweetener of your choice) 1 teaspoon of vanilla
2 teaspoons cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon of ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon of ground cloves
Optional: 1 teaspoon orange zest


Directions:
Place the first seven ingredients in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil, turn down the heat and simmer for about 20 minutes ( stirring very frequently)  until berries are soft.  After 15 minutes add the cinnamon, ginger, cloves, vanilla, and optional orange zest and continue to cook for the last 5 minutes.

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