7 Outrageous Vanilla Desserts
Tired of chocolate? Just want to try something new? These recipes for pie, pudding, coffee cake and more highlight the world's most fragrant bean in surprising new ways.
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Cocoa, Chili and Vanilla Spiced Nuts
Though not technically a dessert, nuts can be a lovely way to end a meal, especially with cheese and an espresso or dessert wine. A dusting of cocoa, cayenne and vanilla powder (or vanilla sugar) gives this mix of pecans, cashews, peanuts and almonds a delicate balance of sweetness and spice.
Get the recipe: Cocoa, Chili and Vanilla Spiced Nuts
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From the
February 2010 issue of
O, The Oprah Magazine
