Taking a whimsical spin on art, these artists have created these pieces, creating a visceral longing and remembrance of the most nostalgic delights from childhood! They use the familiarity of those sweet treats to help us remember the simplicity, value and culture of desserts so often associated with positivity and joy.
Thanks for the memories!
XO, The Bloom TDL
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Who here likes fudge? We don’t like it, we love it! Especially the version we used to make, it was a special recipe handed down from generation to generation. But, it was loaded with sugar and heavy cream. Ahh, those were the days! Being that’s not the best choice anymore, we’ve found a healthier version. It’s vegan and gluten free! Replacing the traditional chocolate chips, we use cacao powder instead for some nutritional value. We prefer all organic ingredients, however if they’re not available, simply use what’s available at your local market. Here’s the recipe:
Ingredients
2 cups cocoa butter
1/2 cup pure maple syrup
1/2 cup all natural, creamy almond butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/8 teaspoon celtic salt
1 cup cacao powder
Instructions
In a microwave safe bowl, melt your cocoa butter in the microwave, taking it out and stirring after each minute. Continue to whisk it until it is completely melted and smooth. You can also melt it on stove top, whisking it constantly.
Add the maple syrup, almond butter, and vanilla to the bowl. Whisk until smooth and completely combined. Add the celtic salt and cacao powder and whisk until completely smooth.
Pour the mixture into a 9×5 bread pan lined with parchment paper. Refridgerate for two hours. When fudge is completely hardened, pull the parchment paper up to remove it from the pan. Place on a cutting board and cut into 18 square pieces.
Note: It’s delicious with coffee!
XO, The Bloom TDL
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Chocolate for breakfast? Why not?! This delightful, unexpectedly easy sweet treat can be made and enjoyed with just a few simple ingredients. White chocolate chips, we prefer Ghirardelli Classic White Chips, plain Greek yogurt, dried strawberries, dried blueberries, dried raspberries, toasted granola and roasted pumpkin seeds are all you’ll need for this salty, sweet combination that’ll be sure to satisfy your sweet tooth, in a healthier way!
In a glass bowl, melt down 1 1/2 cups of white chocolate chips in a microwave. Place the glass bowl in the microwave for fifteen seconds, remove and stir the chocolate, place back in the microwave for another fifteen seconds, repeating until all chocolate is all melted. No more than one minute total. Add 1/2 cup of plain greek yogurt to the melted chocolate, stirring until completely mixed. On a sheet pan, place a layer of parchment paper down onto the pan. Pour the melted chocolate and yogurt mixture onto the pan, spreading it out flat, approximately 1/4 inch thick. Place sliced strawberries, blueberries, granola and the pumpkin seeds on top of the yougart mixture. We don’t list measurement for the toppings, add what you like, in the portion you prefer.
Cover baking pan with aluminum foil and place in the freezer for one hour. Once bark is solid, break into pieces and ENJOY!
Note: Milk or dark chocolate can replace the white chocolate, if you prefer. Also, fresh fruit can replace the dried fruit, if eaten within a day or two. 🍓🫐
XO, The Bloom TDL
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There is something really special about homemade cookies. The aroma in the kitchen wafting from room to room of fresh butter, toasted nuts, melting chocolate and it all coming together, ever so magically into delightful bites sized treats. Now that’s magic. Speaking of magic, our incredible brother, Ara, always makes his delicious magic bars, and all the other incredible confections you see here. Just to name a few! We have them all labeled next to each sweet.
In the spirit of the holidays, nothing speaks louder than traditional, handmade treats like these. Coupled with a big hug, that might just be the best gift out there.
Here’s to everyone enjoying something homemade and delicious this holiday season!
XO, The Bloom TDL
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