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Dairy-free, Sugar-free Frosting

December 12, 2015 by Andrea Fabry 7 Comments

Dairy-free, Sugar-free Frosting

This simple dairy-free, sugar-free frosting combines coconut, palm shortening, and your favorite natural sweetener! Dairy-Free, Sugar-free Frosting Recipe This is my go-to recipe for any birthday or holiday decorating. The recipe is simple if you have coconut manna or coconut cream on hand. You’ll also need a high-quality palm shortening. (I like Tropical Traditions Palm… 

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Gluten-free Angel Food Cake

May 26, 2015 by Andrea Fabry 45 Comments

Gluten-free Angel Food Cake

This gluten-free angel food cake is the ideal dessert for a festive occasion. Light and fluffy, it’s sure to be a crowd-pleaser! 14-year-old Brandon enjoys making this grain-free version of the ever-popular angel food cake. Brandon Fabry Grain-free, Sugar-free Angel Food CakeThis recipe takes some patience but is well worth the effort! Save Recipe Print… 

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Homemade Vanilla Ice Cream

December 3, 2014 by Brandon Fabry 2 Comments

Homemade Vanilla Ice Cream

Brandon’s ice cream is a winner every time! When I make ice cream I warm the ingredients on the stove. Brandon’s version is much faster and equally successful! Brandon Fabry Vanilla Ice CreamEvery time I make this I feel like I’ve been to Dairy Queen! Save Recipe Print Recipe My Recipes My Lists My Calendar… 

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Gluten-free Almond Flour Cream Cake

September 15, 2014 by Andrea Fabry Leave a Comment

Gluten-free Almond Flour Cream Cake

Our family’s favorite kitchen tool right now is our Whip-it Gourmet Cream Whipper. If possible, we use raw cream. Our second choice is pasteurized organic cream fermented for several hours. For those who tolerate dairy, there’s nothing like fresh whipped cream with a little sweetener! Brandon has become a pro at this device and enjoys… 

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Filed Under: Desserts, Foodie, Recipes, Uncategorized Tagged With: almond flour, cake, coconut, cream, gluten-free, grain-free, whipping, whipping cream

MEET ANDREA

I am a certified Building Biology Advocate, a former journalist, mother of nine, and avid CrossFitter who likes to think outside the box. After our family's health crisis in 2008, I learned to ask questions about what's in our food, our water, and our air. I hope to empower you as you seek to live safely in a complex world. Thankfully, small steps lead to big changes. Let's travel this road together, one step at a time.

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