CAKE PAN DUTCH BABY with Chocolate Version from Cleo Coyle

From Cleo Coyle: Many years ago, I shared my way of making a Dutch Baby Pancake with readers of my Coffeehouse Mysteries, a fun series of culinary mysteries that I write with my husband.

With Mardi Gras this week, a holiday that's also known as Pancake Day, it seems the perfect time to once again share my version of this classic recipe, along with a special chocolate variation for chocolate lovers. 💗

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Let's start with my 
"Cake Pan" Dutch Baby...

Little Chocolate Cotton Candies from Cleo Coyle

These little chocolate meringue cookies are insanely easy to make with just a few ingredients. They're also bursting with chocolate flavor, and they're so light, they melt in your mouth like little cotton candies, yet they offer the added bonus of whole food protein.

There’s only one tricky technique to making this simple recipe, but I’ve included tips for getting optimum results. 

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Eat with joy! 

~ Cleo

New York Times bestselling author of...

The Coffeehouse Mysteries &

Haunted Bookshop Mysteries

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5 Minute Nutella Fudge from Cleo Coyle for Valentine's Day and #WorldNutellaDay

Because the light note of hazelnut in this chocolate-hazelnut fudge comes from Nutella instead of chopped nuts, the texture stays smooth, creamy, and dreamy. You can make this quick and easy recipe for nearly any occasion. 

In my photos, you'll see I used mini cupcake paper liners to serve the squares, choosing colors appropriate for February 14th. But you can choose any design that reflects whatever holiday you're celebrating, including birthday parties, graduation days (school colors), baby showers... 

Whatever liners you choose, you'll be ready for any gathering that comes along, including Chocolate Lovers' Day. (Oops, I mean Valentine's Day! :))

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Eat with joy! 

~ Cleo

New York Times bestselling author of...
The Coffeehouse Mysteries &
Haunted Bookshop Mysteries

Chocolate-Bottom Banana Bars + Book and Tote #Giveaway from Cleo Coyle

Two layers of flavor and texture make these bars an outstanding treat. A soft banana cake layer floats over a rich, brownie-like base laced with chocolate chips.

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Free Recipe PDF.

The bars make an impressive home-baked gift for friends and family, yet they're very easy to create, no special culinary skills required. And they're a perfect cozy snack for winter afternoon coffee breaks or late-night noshing.

To download my Chocolate-Bottom Banana Bars recipe now as a free PDF, click here. 

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Eat with joy! 

~ Cleo

New York Times bestselling author of...
The Coffeehouse Mysteries &
Haunted Bookshop Mysteries

Chocolate Souffle Cupcakes from SHOT IN THE DARK by Cleo Coyle

These elegant, melt-in-your-mouth Chocolate Soufflé Cupcakes are a chocoholic’s dream. Light in texture yet rich and bold in dark chocolate flavor, they pair beautifully with coffee and espresso (or a tall, cold glass of milk).

Our readers may recognize these babies from our bestselling Coffeehouse Mystery: Shot in the Dark. To see more recipes from our latest culinary mystery, click on the image below...

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Eat with (chocolate) joy!

~ Cleo

☕

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25 delicious recipes. To download our
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How to Make Chocolate Buttercream Frosting without Butter or Cream by Cleo Coyle #Dairyfree

This "buttercream" frosting has no butter or cream, yet it tastes like a chocolate fudge dream. So what's the mystery ingredient to this frosting? It's one that vegans and vegetarians may have guessed by now...avocado. 

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If you've never used avocado as a substitute for butter in baking, I can tell you that it's a lot of fun to play with...

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Star Wars Day Cookies (and Skywalker Memories) from author Cleo Coyle

A special post for Star Wars Day (aka) 

May the Fourth Be with You Day!

via Giphy

A long time ago (in a galaxy not so far away), I served as editorial director for a line of Lucasfilm children's books. As a lifelong Star Wars fan, this was a dream come true. Although I was based in New York, I visited Skywalker Ranch enough times to point out the particulars of Mr. Lucas's stunning, sprawling Victorian Main House, pictured above. (Over the fireplace you'll find the Norman Rockwell, and in that glass case Indiana Jones's leather whip.)

To say I enjoyed my work would be a galactic understatement. I was reading top secret scripts; seeing raw footage in George Lucas's own screening room; and brainstorming tie-in book ideas right there at Skywalker. Even eating in the gorgeous Ranch dining room was a trip (OMG, there's George!). I learned so much in that realm of storytelling magic. I'll never forget it.

Crispy on the outside, CHEWY on the inside.
Out of this world cookies for Star Wars Day

Now that I'm a culinary mystery writer, murder is my business and so is food, which is why I'm sharing an out of this world cookie recipe for Star Wars Day, one that's crispy on the outside and delightfully Chewy on the inside. (Yes, puns are my business, too.) 

via Giphy

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free recipe PDF.

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May the Force Be with You (Always!)

~ Cleo Coyle
New York Times bestselling author of
The Coffeehouse Mysteries

How to Make Chocolate Chip Cobbler by Cleo Coyle

Liquefied chocolate bubbles up through this baked cobbler like a Willy Wonka primordial swamp. While still warm and magnificently gooey, spoon it into bowls and serve it with ice cream or whipped cream. Now that's eating with joy!

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this recipe as a free
PDF document.

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~ Cleo Coyle, author of
The Coffeehouse Mysteries

Easy Kahlua Brownies by Cleo Coyle

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For the love
of chocolate...
and coffee!

Most culinary experts agree that chocolate and coffee are a perfect match. The reason? Both are made from roasted beans, so when you add coffee to chocolate desserts, it enhances that deep roasted flavor, making the chocolate taste richer and more intense. That’s one reason why Kahlua brownies are so popular. The other is the "spirit" of the rum in the sweet coffee liqueur, which brings the party with the flavor.

Unfortunately, retaining that flavor is tricky. Many recipes instruct you to add Kahlua to your batter, but during the baking, much of the taste and spirits are cooked away. Today’s easy recipe shares how Marc and I make our Kahlua brownies. Here's a hint. We were inspired by the affogato...

Affogato, which means "drowned" in Italian, is a deliciously easy dessert in which Italians simply pour a shot or two of hot espresso (or strongly brewed coffee) over a scoop or two of gelato or ice cream.

As for the brownies, get our easy recipe by scrolling down or clicking here or on the "Read More" link below. May you bake with love and...eat with joy!

~ Cleo

Caramel and Sea Salt Mini Chocolate Chip Cookies from author Cleo Coyle

With rich flavor notes of buttery caramel and mouthwatering sea salt, these mini "Silver Dollar" Chocolate Chip Cookies are little edible treasures.

Our readers may remember them from our  bestselling Coffeehouse Mystery Once Upon a Grind, a story that begins with a "fairy-tale" crime in Central Park.

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May you eat with chocolate chip joy!

~ Cleo Coyle
New York Times bestselling author of
The Coffeehouse Mysteries

      

Chocolate-Almond Matzo Buttercrunch and Pistachio Buttercrunch for Passover from Cleo Coyle

This week brings the celebration of Passover, one of the most widely observed Jewish holidays of the year. An important food custom that’s followed during this week is to eat no yeasted bread, only unleavened bread (aka Maztos).

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MATZOS + CHOCOLATE 

= AN AMAZING TREAT 

Over the last few years, the basic recipe for Matzo Caramel Buttercrunch has been posted all over the Internet, but it was originally created by Marcy Goldman, author of A Treasury of Jewish Holiday Baking. This post gives you my version with step-by-step photos and some personal notes and tips. I hope you enjoy it!

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Love and peace to you. Happy Passover, Happy Spring! And may God bless us, every one.

~ Cleo Coyle 

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My Coffeehouse Banana Split for Grown-Ups with an Easy Microwave Recipe for Magic Shell Chocolate from Cleo Coyle

Behold my "coffeehouse" version of the classic American banana split: a fun, fast way to fancy up the famous kiddie sundae for the adult table. 

My post not only shows you how I make this beautiful "dinner service" presentation, but also gives you a recipe and tips for making your own magic shell chocolate--a great way to create chilly chocolate treats for summertime eats.

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recipe in a free PDF document.

Click here for a fast printable copy of this recipe or read the entire post by scrolling down or clicking here or on the "Read More" link below, and...

Eat with joy!

~ Cleo Coyle, author of
The Coffeehouse Mysteries

Star Wars Day Cookies (and Skywalker Memories) from author Cleo Coyle

A special post for Star Wars Day (aka) 

May the Fourth Be with You Day!

via Giphy

A long time ago (in a galaxy not so far away), I served as editorial director for a line of Lucasfilm children's books. As a lifelong Star Wars fan, this was a dream come true. Although I was based in New York, I visited Skywalker Ranch enough times to point out the particulars of Mr. Lucas's stunning, sprawling Victorian Main House, pictured above. (Over the fireplace you'll find the Norman Rockwell, and in that glass case Indiana Jones's leather whip.)

To say I enjoyed my work would be a galactic understatement. I was reading top secret scripts; seeing raw footage in George Lucas's own screening room; and brainstorming tie-in book ideas right there at Skywalker. Even eating in the gorgeous Ranch dining room was a trip (OMG, there's George!). I learned so much in that realm of storytelling magic. I'll never forget it.

Crispy on the outside, CHEWY on the inside.
Out of this world cookies for Star Wars Day

Now that I'm a culinary mystery writer, murder is my business and so is food, which is why I'm sharing an out of this world cookie recipe for Star Wars Day, one that's crispy on the outside and delightfully Chewy on the inside. (Yes, puns are my business, too.) 

via Giphy

Click here for the
free recipe PDF.

To download my recipe now
as a free PDF, click here. 

To see the recipe in blog post form, scroll down or click here, and...

May the Force Be with You (Always!)

~ Cleo Coyle
New York Times bestselling author of
The Coffeehouse Mysteries

How to Make Chocolate Chip Cobbler by Cleo Coyle

Liquefied chocolate bubbles up through this baked cobbler like a Willy Wonka primordial swamp. While still warm and magnificently gooey, spoon it into bowls and serve it with ice cream or whipped cream. Now that's eating with joy!

Click for the free recipe PDF.

To download this recipe in a free PDF, click here. To see the rest of this blog post with large, step-by-step photos, scroll down, or click here.

~ Cleo Coyle, author of
The Coffeehouse Mysteries

How to make Frozen Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Bites by Cleo Coyle #dairyfree #glutenfree

These frozen goodies are delicious right out of the freezer. The bananas turn creamy after a day or so with a texture just like ice cream, but with a lot less fat (and a little less guilt).

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How to Bake the $250 Chocolate Chip Cookie by Cleo Coyle

In this post, I share some of my favorite urban legends with you, including one that involves food: the legendary $250 Chocolate Chip Cookie recipe. I also share some tips with you on getting the most out of any chocolate chip cookie recipe. Yes, even a notorious one. 

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the free Recipe PDF.

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To read my entire post, scroll down, or click here and bake with joy! 

☕  Cleo Coyle, author of  

The Coffeehouse Mysteries

My Coffeehouse Banana Split for Grown-Ups with an Easy Microwave Recipe for Magic Shell Chocolate from Cleo Coyle

Behold my "coffeehouse" version of the classic American banana split: a fun, fast way to fancy up the famous kiddie sundae for the adult table. 

My post not only shows you how I make this beautiful "dinner service" presentation, but also gives you a recipe and tips for making your own magic shell chocolate--a great way to create chilly chocolate treats for summertime eats.

Click here to download this
recipe in a free PDF document.

Click here for a fast printable copy of this recipe or read the entire post by scrolling down or clicking here or on the "Read More" link below, and...

Eat with joy!

~ Cleo Coyle, author of
The Coffeehouse Mysteries

How to Make Nutella Banana Split Bread by author Cleo Coyle

This beautiful bread gives the taste of two different loaves in every slice: Chocolate-Hazelnut "Nutella" Bread on top and Banana Bread on the bottom. 

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Free Recipe PDF.

My recipe will show you how easy this bread is to make with one bowl and one batter.

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Chocolate Ricotta Muffins: An Easy, Light Coffeehouse Recipe from Cleo Coyle

Our readers might recall these light, chocolaty muffins from our bestselling Coffeehouse Mystery A Brew to a Kill. 

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As the story opens, coffeehouse manager Clare Cosi hires a sweet-natured dietitian to help lighten some of the higher calorie items on her menu. When Lilly is brutally struck by a hit-and-run driver, Clare’s outrage propels her into tracking down the culprit; and once again, Clare is sleuthing her way in and out of trouble. 

For today's recipe, I'm duplicating one of Lilly's coffeehouse menu makeovers. May you eat it with joy and in good health!