Category: Desserts
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Pureed Spiced Maple Sweet Potato Casserole
Creating meals that are accessible and flavorful is at the heart of my mission as both a speech-language pathologist and a cook. Each dish needs to be enjoyable for all, regardless of texture needs, and filled with enough nuance to keep even the most refined palates intrigued. Today’s recipe, Pureed Spiced Maple Sweet Potato Casserole…
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Minced & Moist Ambrosia Salad
Tropical fruit and citrusy sweetness mingle with a protein fortified whipped topping to bring chewing ease to this nostalgic minced and moist ambrosia. Ambrosia salad first gained popularity in the late 19th and early 20th century in the American South. The name “ambrosia” comes from Greek mythology, where it was the food of the gods,…
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Pureed Honey Walnut Cream Dip
As a speech-language pathologist and cook, I’m constantly inspired by the memories that food evokes. The flavors of baklava, with its roots in Middle Eastern and Mediterranean cuisine, are filled with nostalgia and stories shared around the table. This recipe aims to bring those memories to life in a texture-modified form that is suitable for…
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Easy to Chew Pecan Roll Blondies
Growing up one of my favorite meals was “breakfast for dinner” as most of my childhood morning meals were on the go for school and sport activities. It would almost feel like we were getting away with something, mixing the fading scents of maple syrup with a primetime show before bedtime. I channeled this mischief…
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Easy to Chew Apple Cake
You know Fall has arrived when the trees start to display dazzling reds and yellows, but its not just the leaves responsible for the autumn colors. This dysphagia friendly apple cake is the perfect recipe to celebrate the harvest. Include your favorite mulling spices or let the sweet and tart flavors of your favorite apple…
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Soft & Bite-Sized Dark Chocolate Hazelnut Torte
A Soft and Bite Sized Dark Chocolate Hazelnut Torte is a rich, decadent dessert that pairs the deep, bittersweet flavor of dark chocolate with the nutty undertones of hazelnuts. This flourless torte has a dense, fudgy texture and is perfect for special occasions or as an indulgent treat. With IDDSI modifications, this recipe can be…
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Pureed Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Nice Cream
This Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Nice Cream is a deliciously creamy, dairy-free treat made with frozen bananas, rich cocoa powder, and peanut butter. It’s naturally sweet, packed with flavor, and takes only minutes to prepare. Perfect for a healthy dessert or a cooling snack, this nice cream can also be adjusted to meet various IDDSI…
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Easy to Chew Malted Milk Cookie Bars
These Malted Milk Cookie Bars are inspired by the nostalgic flavors of classic milkshakes and malted milk balls. Combining the richness of malted milk powder with chewy, buttery cookie dough, these bars evoke memories of vintage soda fountains and sweet childhood treats. The smooth flavor of the malt pairs beautifully with melty chocolate and a…
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Transitional White Chocolate Pistachio Meringues
These white chocolate pistachio meringues are light, airy, and crispy, with a delicate sweetness from the white chocolate and a nutty crunch from the pistachios. Each meringue melts in your mouth, leaving a delicious balance of sweet and nutty flavors. Perfect for special occasions or as a simple treat, these meringues can also be adapted…
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Pureed Maple Cream of Wheat with Warm Spiced Pineapple
This cozy, comforting bowl of cream of wheat is infused with the rich sweetness of maple syrup and topped with warm, spiced pineapple for a tropical twist. The pineapple’s natural tartness is enhanced with warming spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and a hint of ginger, balancing perfectly with the creamy, maple-flavored base. This dish is ideal…