Dessert

Pumpkin Pie with Oatmeal Crust

Pumpkin Pie with Oatmeal Crust

This healthy pumpkin pie features an oatmeal crust and a velvety filling made with pumpkin puree and Greek yogurt, creating a guilt-free dessert for your table.

Ingredients

For the Oatmeal Crust:

  • 1 cup old-fashioned oats
  • 1/4 cup whole wheat flour
  • 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
  • 2 tablespoons coconut oil, melted
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • Pinch of salt

For the Pumpkin Filling:

  • 1 can (15 ounces) pumpkin puree
  • 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
  • 2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions

For the Oatmeal Crust:

  1. Preheat Ventray Oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a food processor, pulse the oats until they turn into a coarse flour.
  3. In a bowl, combine the oat flour, whole wheat flour, honey (or maple syrup), melted coconut oil, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt.
  4. Press the mixture into a pie pan to form the crust.
  5. Bake for 8-10 minutes, then remove from the oven and let it cool.

For the Pumpkin Filling:

  1. In a bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, Greek yogurt, honey (or maple syrup), pumpkin pie spice, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  2. Pour the pumpkin filling into the cooled oatmeal crust.
  3. Bake for 35-40 minutes or until the filling is set.
  4. Let the pie cool before serving.
  5. Enjoy!

Apple Cranberry Crisp

Apple Cranberry Crisp

This delightful apple cranberry crisp combines the flavors of apples and cranberries with a cinnamon-spiced oat topping for a warm and comforting dessert.

Ingredients

For the Filling:

  • 4 cups sliced apples
  • 1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries
  • 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon

For the Topping:

  • 1 cup old-fashioned oats
  • 1/2 cup whole wheat flour
  • 1/4 cup coconut oil, melted
  • 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • Pinch of salt

Directions

For the Filling:

  • Preheat Ventray Oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine sliced apples, cranberries, honey (or maple syrup), vanilla extract, and cinnamon. Mix well.
  • Transfer the fruit mixture to a greased baking dish.

For the Topping:

  • In a separate bowl, combine oats, whole wheat flour, melted coconut oil, honey (or maple syrup), cinnamon, and a pinch of salt. Mix until crumbly.
  • Spread the oat topping evenly over the fruit mixture in the baking dish.
  • Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the fruit is bubbly.
  • Allow the crisp to cool slightly before serving.
  • Serve.

Melted Snowman Sugar Cookies

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Melted Snowman Sugar Cookies

Unleash festive cheer with these adorable, melted snowman sugar cookies. 
A sweet bite into holiday magic!

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 3/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• Decorative icings and candies for snowman features

Directions

1. In your Ventray Stand Mixer, cream together butter and sugar until smooth.
2. Beat in egg and vanilla, then mix in flour, baking powder, and salt.
3. Roll, cut out circles, bake, then cool and decorate as melted snowmen.

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Strawberry Christmas Tree Bites

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Strawberry Christmas Tree Bites

Experience the festive spirit with these charming Strawberry Christmas Tree Bites!

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup of green candy melts
• 24 fresh strawberries
• 1/4 cup of white candy melts
• Sprinkles and small star-shaped decorations

Directions

1. Melt green candy melts using the Ventray Electric Grill.
2. Dip strawberries in melted green candy, arranging as trees.
3. Drizzle white candy melts over strawberries for snowy effect.
4. Adorn with sprinkles and star-shaped decorations on top.

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Christmas Tree Spinach Dip Breadsticks

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Christmas Tree Spinach Dip Breadsticks

Savor the festive spirit with these delightful Christmas Tree Spinach Dip Breadsticks. 
A whimsical, delicious centerpiece for your holiday spread!

Ingredients

• 1/2 tsp Garlic Powder
• 1/2 tsp Salt
• 1/4 cup Olive Oil
• 1/4 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese
• 1/4 cup Sour Cream
• 1/4 cup Cream Cheese
• 1/4 cup Frozen Spinach, thawed and drained
• 1 can (11 oz) Refrigerated Breadsticks
• 2 tbsp Butter, melted
• Optional: Marinara sauce for dipping

Directions

1. Preheat Ventray Oven to 375°F, prepare baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a bowl, mix cream cheese, sour cream, spinach, parmesan, garlic powder, and salt.
3. Unroll breadsticks, fill with spinach mixture, twist into tree shape, bake until golden.

Edible Chocolate Pinecones

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Edible Chocolate Pinecones

Unveil nature’s sweetness with these delightful, crunchy chocolate pinecones.

Ingredients

• 2 cups Chocolate Cereal (e.g., Chex)
• 1/2 cup Peanut Butter
• 1/4 cup Chocolate Chips
• 1/4 cup Confectioners’ Sugar
• Pretzel Sticks (for stems)

Directions

1. In the Ventray Stand Mixer, melt peanut butter and chocolate chips together gently.
2. Mix in chocolate cereal until fully coated.
3. Shape into pinecones, insert pretzel sticks, then dust with confectioners’ sugar.

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Puff Pastry Pesto Christmas Trees

Christmas tree made of puff pastry

Puff Pastry Pesto Christmas Trees

Unleash festive cheer with Puff Pastry Pesto Christmas Trees, a delightful savory bite perfect for holiday gatherings.

Ingredients

• 2 sheets of puff pastry
• 4 tbsp pesto sauce
• 1 egg (for egg wash)
• 2 tbsp grated parmesan cheese

Directions

1. Preheat your Ventray Oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Spread pesto sauce evenly on one pastry sheet, place another on top.
3. Cut into tree shapes, place on Baking Sheet.
4. Brush with egg wash, sprinkle parmesan, bake for 15 minutes.

Reindeer Snacks

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Reindeer Snacks

Descend into a festive mood with these whimsical Reindeer Snacks. 
A merry blend of flavors awaits in these adorable, easy-to-make treats.

Ingredients

• 1/2 tsp of cinnamon
• 1 cup pretzels
• 1 cup roasted almonds
• 1/2 cup dried cranberries
• 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips
• 1/4 cup honey
• Red and green M&Ms for decoration

Directions

1. In the Ventray Stand Mixer, combine pretzels, almonds, cranberries, and cinnamon.
2. Melt chocolate with honey, pour into the mix, and stir well.
3. Shape into reindeers, decorate with M&Ms, and chill until set.

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Caribbean Rice and Peas

Caribbean Rice and Peas

A staple in Caribbean cuisine, this dish combines fluffy rice and tender peas cooked in coconut milk. Infused with thyme, garlic, and pepper, it’s a flavorful side dish that pairs well with any protein.

Ingredients

• 2 cups long grain rice

• 1 can of kidney beans

• 1 can of coconut milk

• 1 onion, chopped

• 2 cloves of garlic, minced

• 1 teaspoon thyme

• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. Saute onion and garlic in the Ventray SM600 Tilt-Head Stand Mixer with the saute attachment.

2. Add rice, beans, coconut milk, thyme, salt, and pepper.

3. Cook on medium heat until rice is tender and all liquid is absorbed.

4. Serve hot with your choice of protein.

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Caribbean Banana Bread

Caribbean Banana Bread

A delightful tropical twist on classic banana bread. This moist and flavorful treat is infused with the exotic essence of the Caribbean, blending ripe bananas with coconut, creating a deliciously sunny and irresistible baked delight.

Ingredients

• 2 ripe bananas, mashed

• 1/2 cup sugar

• 1/4 cup brown sugar

• 1/2 cup butter, melted

• 2 eggs

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

• 1 1/2 cups flour

• 1 teaspoon baking soda

• 1/2 teaspoon salt

• 1/2 cup shredded coconut

Directions

1. Combine bananas, sugars, butter, eggs, and vanilla in the Ventray SM600 Tilt-Head Stand Mixer.

2. In a separate bowl, combine flour, baking soda, and salt.

3. Gradually add dry ingredients to the banana mixture.

4. Stir in coconut.

5. Pour batter into a greased loaf pan and bake in a preheated Ventray oven at 350 degrees for 60-70 minutes.

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