You can’t go wrong with rich chocolaty cookies with a hint of smoky spiciness. That’s the premise behind these spicy Mexican hot chocolate cookies. Cocoa powder and chocolate chips provide a sweet foil to smoky chipotle powder and fiery cayenne pepper. It’s a mouth explosion of …
When you think banana bread, you likely think of bananas (of course), cinnamon, vanilla, and the like. Hot peppers probably don’t cross your mind. But this spicy banana bread recipe is strong proof that they should. This is a breakfast treat (or tasty dessert) that …
Spicy roasted chickpeas are a super snack, a much healthier alternative to chips. Really, their flavor and texture will keep you coming back for more. These mighty little legumes soak up flavor fast. Plus, they offer the perfect opportunity to use those old spices sitting …
Once you start, it’s hard to stop. To say spicy mixed nuts done just the right way are moreish doesn’t do them justice. Addictive is a better moniker. Serve them as an appetizer with drinks, then lock them away. And hide the key. They’re that …
These chipotle cherry and mallow slices provide a sweet bite with a cacophony of flavor, a touch of smoke, and a slight kick of heat. If you are a glacé cherry and chili lover, this sweet treat is for you. Freezing allows the slices to …
Our spiced peach cake recipe is plenty fruity with just enough spice. It’s just as delicious as winter comfort food as it is served cold in the summer with a big scoop of ice cream. And there’s just a mild heat here from a touch …
Beef jerky is a protein-rich snack that’s hard to ignore. Seriously, between curing and drying, this spicy beef jerky may take some time to make, but the results are something you (and everyone in your family) will love to eat. It’s an energy snack with …
Chipotle chocolate sugar cookies are small, sweet, and crunchy with just a gentle hum of smoky chipotle spice. These delicious little cookies will leave you begging for more. And the best part – they’re very easy to make. Apart from some butter, they only require common …
Spiced poached pears may sound like the perfect winter treat (and they are!), but they can be enjoyed at any time of the year. They work well served cold in the summer and warm in winter. And they smell so delicious. They leave that spiced …
Healthy and delicious! Tropical fruits and chili peppers are a perfect natural pairing. For instance, mango and chili powder makes a super-tasty (and super-healthy) snack or dessert. Best of all, the mango is one of the more versatile fruits in terms of edibility throughout their ripening …