Tag: IDDSI dessert
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Espresso Panna Cotta
Espresso panna cotta is at its best when it leans into bitterness rather than fighting it. Coffee brings depth and structure to an otherwise very soft dessert, giving the cream something to push against. When the espresso is strong and fully cooled before being added, it integrates cleanly without thinning the custard or messing with…
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Coconut Tapioca Pudding
Coconut tapioca pudding is one of those desserts that quietly does a lot of work. When small tapioca pearls are fully cooked, they soften and suspend in the pudding rather than floating to the top or clumping at the bottom. The starch released during cooking thickens the coconut milk naturally, creating a cohesive texture that…
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Spiced Maple Sweet Potato Casserole
Pureed (IDDSI Level 4) Completely smooth foods/extremely thick liquids with no lumps that hold their shape on a spoon and don’t require chewing. 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…
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Apple Cake
Easy to Chew (IDDSI Level EC7) Regular foods that are naturally soft and easy to chew, without tough, dry, or hard components. 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 easy to chew (IDDSI level EC7)…
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Lemon-Thyme Berry Chia Pudding
Pureed (IDDSI Level 4) Completely smooth foods/extremely thick liquids with no lumps that hold their shape on a spoon and don’t require chewing. This dessert layers creamy lemon-thyme chia pudding with a luscious berry fool topping, adding an extra layer of richness and fruity flavor. The smooth, citrusy chia pudding provides a refreshing base, while…
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Peanut Butter Chickpea Cookie Dough
It is a battle that has gone on for centuries and there doesn’t seem to be a clear winner in sight…sweet or salty? My mom was team sweet all the way. It would baffle me why I was encouraged to ignore the salt listed in cookie recipes…especially when all of the other ingredients were shown…