Recipes
Valrhona Cocoa and Anardana Cookies
Bite into a chocoholic's dream. These flourless cookies are rich, chewy and have crispy edges. The secret ingredient is the Anardana, dried pomegranate seeds, which is commonly used in chutneys and Middle Eastern dishes. At first sniff, they may remind you of a sweet red wine or fruit leather, making these tangy seeds a perfect accompaniment with our Valrhona Cocoa Powder Bonus - these cookies are flourless and quick to make .
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Limón-Chile Watermelon Salad
15 min
In the heat of summer, nothing refreshes quite like a watermelon salad. The cool, crisp watermelon cubes paired with the zesty kick of Limón-Chile—crafted with sumac, Marash chile, and Urfa biber—create a dynamic blend of flavors. Each bite offers a burst of sweetness balanced by a subtle tang and a hint of smoky warmth of these chiles. Garnished with salty cheese and a squeeze of lime, this salad celebrates seasonal indulgence, perfect for cooling down.
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Hibiscus Tea Jello Cups
2 hrs, 10 min
Experience the essence of summer with these Hibiscus Jello Cups, a refreshing dessert that captures the vibrant spirit of Fourth of July celebrations. Infused with the fruity, tart essence of hibiscus, each delicate cup offers a cool sensation reminiscent of a summer punch. Topped elegantly with whipped cream and fresh blueberries, these cups are a delightful indulgence that embodies the season's colors and flavors, perfect for brightening any summer gathering.
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Cherry Mostarda
10 min
This marmalade-like sauce is fruity, sweet, tart, and sour, with a spicy kick from the yellow mustard seeds. This mostarda proves cherries aren't just for dessert. It's perfect for pork chops, roasted chicken, or adding a gourmet touch to a charcuterie board.
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Chocolate-Covered Cherries with Sea Salt
35 min
This recipe uses just four ingredients and can be a fun activity if you're hosting fondue-style or made ahead of time as an indulgent treat. If you love fancy salts, the cherries make the perfect canvas, balancing sweetness and adding crunch. My favorite is the Alderwood Smoked Salt, which adds a hint of campfire flavor and brings the essence of the Pacific Northwest full circle.
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Asian Tea Rub Peanut Butter Toast Duo
5 min
Asian Tea Rub transforms these simple toasts into a flavorful experience, adding depth and complexity with each bite. Whether you enjoy savory or sweet, this toast duo promises a delicious fusion of flavors that will make something as simple as peanut butter toast fun.
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Kaffe Baharat Sheet Pan Brussels
13 min
Caught a whiff of our newest blend, Kaffe Baharat, and inspiration struck—Brussels sprouts and this mix were destined to be together. The earthy tones from turmeric, toasted cumin, and paprika begged for a companion that was tangy, bright, and sweet. Cue the entrance of pomegranate, two ways! Pomegranate molasses and the bejeweled seeds. I was confident its fruity notes would play beautifully with the urfa biber, rich coffee, and spicy ancho chile in the blend. This side dish is proof that simplicity can be both complex and easy.
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Matcha Smoothie Bowl
Food should be a feast for the senses and this stunning breakfast bowl is made visually vibrant with Matcha powder. This nutrient dense green tea powder gives you a boost of energy and anti-oxidants in every teaspoon. The color is intense, but the mild vegetal flavor pairs with all manner of ingredients and doesn't overwhelm. Here we've blended pineapple, ginger and spinach until velvety and garnished with fruity toppings, but customize the ingredients to suit your taste with crunchy nuts or creamy yogurt, just don't forget the Matcha!
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Mulled Cranberry Mimosa
Here are a few of our favorite things, crisp bubbly champagne, fresh cranberry juice cocktail, and mulling spices. In this Mulled Cranberry Mimosa you can have them all! After taking a sip of this brunch favorite, we realized that the inspiration came from another classic cocktail, a Cosmo, and this holiday twist on a classic is festive garnished with lime and fresh cranberries that bob in the bubbly. This recipe makes a whole quart of the mulled cranberry base, enough to host a party or to keep in the fridge for the season!
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