Sunday, February 26, 2012

coconut date truffles

from the upcoming lovesandwich.
some sweet little treats for your sweetie.
happy valantines day. belatedly.

coconut date truffles
makes: 8 to 10

6 oz. medjool dates
1 tsp. coconut oil
1/4 tsp. vanilla paste
big pinch pink salt or sea salt

3 tbsp. shredded coconut

1. remove pits from dates and chop finely.

2. in a small bowl combine dates, coconut oil, vanilla paste and salt. mash together with a folk until it comes together into a smooth paste.

3. put coconut onto a plate.

4. using a small measured scoop or a teaspoon divide date mixture into little portions.

5. roll in coconut.

6. travels well.

Sunday, February 12, 2012

top food trends 2012

licorice
popcorn
coconut
gluten free re-interpretations
nut butters
organics
truffle infused everything
figs
olives
figs & olives in combination
seeded crackers
candy & cheese