Recipes

When I was making this cake I really wanted it to have all the richness and the moisture that goes along with a traditional (gluten, non-vegan) chocolate cake. That moisture really comes out with the addition of applesauce, and the magic of mixing vinegar with a milk alternative. This recipe yields a super moist and rich cake, packed with the finest chocolate.

Our chocolate chili rub has been a longtime favorite for regulars, bringing a little sweet heat to a whole variety of dishes. It has cocoa, red pepper, garlic, sesame seeds and pumpkin seeds for a sweet and salty kick with a rich chocolate flavor.

These are an addictively delicious snack and I agree wholeheartedly with Christina, don't make the mistake of reserving these only for the holidays! They make the perfect pocket snack for a day on the slopes. In fact, my first batch was devoured within seconds by a mob of hungry sledders this past weekend.

In the depths of winter, there is no meal more comforting than a bowl of chili. In our recipe for chocolate chicken chili, we include some favorite ingredients from traditional Mexican molé recipes.

This smoothie is my go-to hunger-buster when I want a healthy and refreshing treat. It happens to be very versatile, so don’t be afraid to substitute what you have on hand. I use frozen bananas as my base which gives it a thick milkshake-like consistency while keeping it dairy-free. 

I absolutely love the hummingbird truffle we make and decided to use that as inspiration for a chocolate milkshake with bright floral and fruity flavors! This shake is definitely a treat, perfect for a sunny fall afternoon. If you don't have access to the tea used in our truffle, use dried hibiscus mixed with dried cherries and blueberries. The milk and ice cream could be replaced with their non-dairy counterparts to make a vegan version. 

This recipe is inspired by one of my favorite street treats from when I was a graduate student living in Chiapas, Mexico on a shoestring budget. Licuados or Batidos (as they are called in Cuba and along the Caribbean Coast) were my favorite inexpensive, quick meal made from milk, fruit and - in the case of my favorite combination of choco-banana - Nesquik.

Charlie and Arlo gave these two thumbs up and told me they rival our shop's chocolate chip cookies, which is no small thing coming from these discerning cookie monsters.

Since Jody was a kid her favorite cookie has been a simple chocolate chip. So when we decided to add cookies to our offerings awhile back, we opted for only one recipe - the best chocolate chip cookie we could create. And, wow, have they become popular!

These flourless brownie cookies (gluten free) are intensely chocolatey yet strangely light at the same time. These cookies have a little something for everyone! When we saw this recipe from The Kitchn, we knew they were a must try for our team this month!

Learn how to make homemade chocolate bark with your favorite toppings for a simple and beautiful treat. This bark makes a great gift, too! Find a cute box or tin and give the gift of something handmade and delicious.

Granola bars felt like the perfect recipe to share in January, for the folks who are trying to eat a little better this year and those of us who just need quick and healthy snacks to keep us going through the winter months. This recipe, filled with whole grain oats, protein-packed nuts/seeds, and sweetened with dates and a little maple syrup, feels like both a treat and a healthy snack. The best of both worlds.