These Elvis Cupcakes were inspired by none other than the king of rock n’ roll himself, Elvis Presley. I wanted to create an Elvis themed party cupcake with all of the flavors of Elvis's favorite sandwich and so I made a banana bacon cupcake with peanut butter frosting. I also added edible gold glitter dust, because Elvis was flashy and loved gold!

This dairy free Pina Colada Sorbet is easily made with a blender, or you can also choose to pour mixture into popsicle molds for a hand-held frozen treat. The inspiration for the flavor is a classic summertime cocktail, the Pina Colada. Easy no churn sorbet recipe using only 5 simple ingredients for a vegan and gluten free ice cream alternative.

If you love the sweet and salty citrus flavor of a classic margarita drink, you will love these fun Margarita Cupcakes. It’s easier than you think to make these delicious treats and they make the perfect dessert for cocktail parties, bachelorette parties, pool parties or for any margarita lover’s birthday or celebration.

This dairy-free banana coconut rum cake is extremely moist and full of tropical flavors that combine for a delicious and sweet indulgent Bundt cake. It is topped with a rum sugar glaze that has a hint of coffee flavor and sprinkled with flaked coconut. Full step-by-step instructions for making rum cake with glaze.

This dairy-free key lime icebox tart will transport you straight to paradise at the first bite. A luscious, smooth filling that has all the flavors of a tropical vacation with lime and coconut, perfectly balanced out with a salty/sweet graham cracker crust. The filling is no-bake and easily mixed together and poured into crust, then frozen for an effortless yet impressive dessert. Optional toasted meringue topping.

These dairy-free Blueberry Lavender Cupcakes are such an enchanting and delicious bite. If you are longing for summer, these are full of flavors that will excite you. The cupcakes have a vanilla and slight hint of lavender flavor. The center filling is a blueberry lemon compote made with fresh blueberries and lemon rum (you can substitute with lemon juice, if desired) and the frosting is a lavender vanilla buttercream tinted with a touch of purple.

This recipe for gluten-free Arkansas Travelers Peanut Butter Cookies was inspired by a few different things. The first time I discovered this recipe (in its original form) was in my grandmother’s very old recipe scrap book. I wanted to create a healthier version that was gluten-free with less sugar. These cookies are named after the MiLB baseball team out of Little Rock Arkansas, where my husband’s family is from.

My dairy-free Mocha Tortoni Cups are made from eggs, gelatin and coffee, which makes this a low-fat version. Instead of using traditional paper cupcake liners, I decided to make dark chocolate cups to hold the delicious Tortoni's and even topped them off with a dairy-free whipped cream and made chocolate covered pretzel stir sticks for a fun garnish. These have a great mocha flavor thanks to JUST Coffee El Corazon blend.

These dainty and delicate Pineapple Lavender Tea Cakes are the perfect three-bite treat for a whimsical luncheon or tea party. Sweet pineapple pairs beautifully with a floral hint of lavender and sweetened with a colored Honey Lavender Glaze. These are dairy-free and would be delightful with most any flavor tea. Cute bee themed summer dessert idea.

This Dairy-Free Tiramisu Chocolate Mousse was inspired by my love of tiramisu and chocolate. Light and smooth chocolate mousse, topped with a dairy-free cream cheese alternative with added rum flavor extract and honey, sprinkled with dark chocolate shavings. What better way to round out this decadent indulgence but with a strawberry compote made with a splash of marsala wine nestled in at the bottom. Layers of luscious flavors that would be perfect for Valentine’s or any special occasion.

This DAIRY-FREE Skillet Pumpkin Pie with Snickerdoodle Crust is a delicious twist on a thanksgiving classic. It’s so easy to make, you can wait till your afternoon coffee time to throw together and serve warm, right out of the skillet. The snickerdoodle crust is the perfect compliment for the light and creamy pumpkin filling. Easy Thanksgiving dessert.

It’s no wonder that the inspiration for creating these Sweet Potato Casserole Cookies came from my favorite thanksgiving side dish. Sweet potatoes and warm fall spices baked into a soft cookie and topped with a pecan crumble and toasted marshmallows. Enjoy the delicious essence of sweet potato casserole all captured in a hand held soft cookie. Makes 12 large cookies.

These Fudge Oatmeal Cookies go by several names. Some people know them as no-bake cookies, others refer them by drop cookies or stovetop cookies. They are quick and easy to make and yield a very delicious cookie with a peanut butter and chocolate fudge taste, along with a slight chewy bite, but melts in your mouth. I adapted my grandmother’s recipe into a dairy-free version that tastes exactly like I remember. A vintage and nostalgic recipe.

The inspiration for these Cheerwine cupcakes are definitely my son, and his love obsession with this “uniquely southern” soda. As the name suggests, it’s full of “CHEER” for many who have tasted and fell in love with this burgundy-red, cherry tasting soda. These cupcakes combine two of my son’s loves: Chocolate and the cherry goodness in Cheerwine, enjoy!

These Mint Chocolate Chip Cookies are made with fresh mint from my mother’s herb garden. Steeping the mint with the butter creates the perfect mint amount, not too strong, but a nice fresh, decadent taste. Give them a try, using dark chocolate chips, preferably Ghirardelli.

These Jello beach cups are so adorable, they will be the envy of your Luau or pool party! Refreshing Jello, sweet and sour candies, and cute little graham cracker bears. Simple to put together, yet clever and delicious! Tiki party food ideas on my luau party page for poolside treats and eats for a beach theme party.

This recipe for classic Buttercream Frosting is my go-to for decorating cakes and cupcakes. It’s simple, yet delicious and creamy, and also holds it’s shape well when using frosting decorating tips. My variation uses almond extract instead of the usual vanilla flavoring. One reason I like to use pure almond extract is for the clear color. It keeps the frosting a crisp, white color. The flavor of almond extract is also amazing with a sweet, nutty depth.

This Sweet Potato Bread is made using coconut flour, which compliments the sweet potatoes perfectly. It is dairy-free and grain-free for those with intolerances or sensitivities. This is a very moist, cake-like bread with tons of flavor and a hint of spice. It has a perfect touch of sweetness, naturally sweetened by the banana, sweet potatoes and pure maple syrup. With a superfood like sweet potatoes, loaded with nutrients and flavor, you can have your cake and eat it too! (cake-like bread, that is) Enjoy!

This Banana Walnut Bread is so easy to make and such a great use for over-ripened bananas that you may have hanging around. With the addition of healthy walnuts and a non-dairy yogurt, it makes for a hearty, and perfectly sweetened, moist bread that you will find enjoyable.

These Walnut Raisin Oatmeal Cookies are my husband’s favorite! This recipe is dairy-free, and uses plant-based butter. These also make a great on-the-go breakfast or snack!