News Flash, You Can Make Delicious Desserts Without Chocolate. Here Are 5 Recipes for Chocolate Haters
I know what you may be thinking. Hate and chocolate couldn’t possibly go in the same sentence, right? Well, don’t be so quick to judge, as there are plenty of people out there who don’t buy into the concept that chocolate is the elixir of life. No, actually there are some folks out there who would pass on a chocolatey brownie for something more fruity, or vanilla and caramel-y (or even bacon and maple-y). The world of sweet treats and desserts is big and full of deliciousness and we shouldn’t be limited to chocolate-centered ones. And if you hate chocolate, you deserve some chocolate free desserts in your life, too. You may not even hate chocolate, you may just be someone who doesn’t see chocolate as the end-all-be-all, and these chocolate free dessert recipes could inspire you!
5. Funfetti Cake Batter Blondie
People who hate chocolate can surely enjoy a brownie-like treat, only this one is made with cake batter. These blondies are absolutely irresistible because who could turn down licking the remnants of a cake batter bowl? Right, no one. For the chocolate haters and the funfetti lovers, this one is for you. Enjoy!
4. Maple Bacon Cupcakes
A balance of opposing flavors can come together to create mouthwatering treats. Sweet and salty flavors are a foodie favorite, and adding bacon to just about anything is all the rage. But have you tried bacon in your cupcakes yet? Check out this Maple Bacon cupcake recipe by Popsugar!
3. Fruit Sorbet
For some, a perfect medley of fruity flavors trumps all other sweets. Fruit sorbets are a great option for a dessert that is quick and delicious. And the best part about it? You can use any sort of fruit you like. So whether you’re craving a simple mango sorbet, or you want to try something like a Coconut Lime Sorbet or a Plum Sorbet with Lemon Verbena Cream, you can substitute your desired fruit into the recipe for the perfect combination!
2. Butter Tarts
For some, a perfect medley of fruity flavors trumps all other sweets. Fruit sorbets are a great option for a dessert that is quick and delicious. And the best part about it? You can use any sort of fruit you like. So whether you’re craving a simple mango sorbet, or you want to try something like a Coconut Lime Sorbet or a Plum Sorbet with Lemon Verbena Cream, you can substitute your desired fruit into the recipe for the perfect combination!
2. Butter Tarts
At first glance, butter tartsappear to be a simple and plain dessert, but these little guys carry plenty of rich texture and flavor which can be enjoyed after one bite. Butter tarts are a Canadian classic, and the usual debate between Canadians is whether the center should be firm or runny. Either way, butter tarts are fairly easy to make and they are so delicious that you’ll definitely keep coming back for more.
1. Deliciously Rich Bread Pudding
Taking a bite into a spoonful of just-out-of-the-oven bread pudding conjures warm, happy thoughts that make you want to run and hug your grandma. Bread pudding has origins all over the world, with variations from country to country. It began as a way to utilize stale bread and has evolved into one of the most-loved desserts. Check out the video and the recipe below for a Bread Pudding topped with Vanilla Bourbon Sauce, a great chocolate free dessert to add to your list!
What’s your favorite non-chocolatey dessert?
