Brownie Points
We don’t like to play favorites with our desserts, but in the season of wintery mixes and cold rain, nothing comforts quite like a vegan brownie. We’re currently addicted to the pecan brownies crested with golden toasted nuts. 
Our brownies are dense, decadent, and 100 percent wheat free. Even Alicia Silverstone agrees. They’re basically the foodie equivalent of cashmere sweatpants. Just add a warm fireplace and a mug of our Decaf Vanilla Nut fair-trade coffee to erase all signs of a bad day.
Here are 5 exciting ways to enjoy our decadent brownies:
1. Heat up in the microwave for 20 seconds and serve with a scoop of Purely Decadent made with Coconut Milk Vanilla Bean ice cream. Sprinkle on some dark chocolate shavings for an elegant and easy sundae.
2. Make a magical milkshake. Combine non-dairy ice cream, your milk substitute of choice (we like So Delicious Vanilla Coconut Milk), and a crumbled brownie in a blender. Sprinkle on another brownie and serve with a spoon.
3. Add a candle to the top for a sophisticated and chic alternative to a standard birthday cake.
4. Cut into tiny bite-size brownies and toss a few into your lunch for a midday treat.
5. Spread some peanut butter on ‘em for a super rich snack.
How do you enjoy eating Allison’s Gourmet vegan brownies?
Coconut Ice Cream with Sautéed Spiced Apples…YUM!
Just because she owns a rockin’ vegan bakery doesn’t mean that Allison’s creativity in the kitchen stops at brownies and confections. Many of her creations, like this awesome Coconut Ice Cream with Sautéed Spiced Apples, we would love to be able to share with you, but they just wouldn’t survive the shipping. 
So, we’ll tantalize you with this photo instead, and encourage you to try your own version of this decadent dessert.
Allison makes her own vanilla bean coconut ice cream, but for us mere mortals, there are several excellent vegan ice cream choices available in most health food stores. My favorite is Turtle Mountain’s Purely Decadent Made with Coconut Milk. As for the Sautéed Spiced Apples, here’s Allison’s recipe:
What to use…
4 Gala or Fuji Apples
1 tablespoon lemon juice, freshly squeezed
1 teaspoon non-hydrogenated vegan margarine
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon mace
1/8 teaspoon cardamom
1/4 teaspoon sea salt
…and how
1. Wash, peel, core, and slice the apples into 1/4-inch thick slices. in a large bowl, toss with lemon juice and set aside.
2. Over medium-high heat, place a large skillet. Add margarine, spices, salt, and prepared apples. Saute for 5 minutes. Reduce heat and cover. Simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until soft.
3. Serve over your favorite vegan ice cream.
That’s it, just few easy steps! You don’t have to own a vegan bakery to make outrageous desserts for yourself and your friends!
