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Easy Gluten-Free Peanut Butter Marshmallow Cookies

February 18, 2026

Close-up of a golden Sticky Coconut Cake square with sticky shredded coconut and a toasted crust — a classic Indonesian Dessert Recipes snack.

Indonesian Sticky Coconut Cake (Quick & Easy Recipe)

February 18, 2026

If you love coconut, this Sticky Coconut Cake (aka wingko babat) will become your new obsession — chewy, slightly caramelized, and so coconut-forward that one bite transports you to the train stations and street stalls of Java. I adapted this recipe so you can recreate that Javanese snack in a regular kitchen without hunting down exotic pantry items. Brief introduction — what this cake is and why it sings Wingko Babat is a classic Indonesian coconut cake, traditionally sold in bite-sized rounds and often enjoyed as a travel memento. My version keeps the spirit — dense, sticky, and toasty on … Read more
Mango Oatmeal Bars — golden oat crumble bars with bright mango filling stacked on a wire rack, ready to serve.

Irresistible Mango Oatmeal Bars — An Easy, Fruity Summer Snack

February 15, 2026

If you love fruity treats with a crunchy oat twist, Mango Oatmeal Bars are going to be your new obsession. These buttery bars combine juicy mango filling with an oat-forward crumble that doubles as the crust — one bowl, minimal fuss, and a flavor that screams summer. Brief introduction to the recipe This Mango Bar Recipe pairs tender mango pieces with a slightly chewy oat crumble so every bite balances soft and crunchy. The crust and topping are the same mixture, which means fewer bowls, less mess, and faster baking. Sound like a win? It is — and it’s perfect … Read more

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Irresistible Creamy Italian Zucchini Sauce

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Zucchini Sauce — the creamy, garden-saving pasta sauce you’ll make on repeat Zucchini Sauce is my summer lifesaver: a silky, herb-packed pasta sauce that turns a glut of zucchini into something that tastes indulgent, not like a veggie apology. It’s quick, freezer-friendly, and suspiciously good—so much so my husband didn’t notice the switch from tomato until I bragged about it. Brief introduction to the recipe When zucchini season floods your kitchen, what do you do? Bake another loaf? Hide it in muffins? Nah. Make a batch of this sauce. It cooks down into a lush, creamy base that clings to … Read more

Zucchini Sauce coating rigatoni with fresh basil and grated cheese, an example of Healthy Sauces For Pasta.
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Jennifer

I’m the cook and creator behind 9am Chef, where I share easy dinner recipes, sweet dessert recipes, and nourishing healthy recipes to inspire your kitchen. My love for cooking started with simple home meals that turned into a passion for creating dishes that are both comforting and creative. At 9am Chef, I believe food should be fun, flavorful, and something everyone can enjoy—whether you’re whipping up a quick weeknight meal or treating yourself to something sweet.

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