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Blood on the Doorpost Passover Dessert from Exodus 12:7 (Easy and Creative)

Look no further for a creative Passover dessert that's easy to make, but still presents beautifully! I wanted to create a dessert that was specific to the Biblical holiday of Passover to make the festivities special. This creation was inspired by Exodus 12:7 and the directive to the Israelites to put the blood of the lamb on the doorpost to their homes. This creates a fun visual and could certainly be simplified a bit to make for a kids Bible school snack.

How to make the blood on the doorpost Passover dessert:

The core tenets of this dessert are very simple. You'll just need something rectangular shaped for a door, and then something red to symbolize the blood of the lamb.

In this case, a rectangle of vanilla cheesecake with almond flour crust is used for the door.

A raspberry coulis is the 'blood' that goes around the cheesecake 'door.'

There is a small serving of homemade lemon frozen yogurt, beneath the sheep cookie. The color is an homage to the Messiah making our sins white as snow, and ties in with the Passover lamb as well.

The lamb cookie is a shortbread cookie (just flour, sugar, and butter and not leavened in any way), cut with a lamb shaped cookie cutter.

You could certainly adapt this in many ways...make rectangular meringues or unleavened cake for the door. The coulis could be made from strawberries or another red berry, or you could use a red jam or jelly. You could forgo the frozen yogurt altogether, opt for store-bought, or use whipped cream or ice cream in its place. If you're not comfortable using shortbread around Passover, feel free to leave off the lamb cookie. Depending on the changes you make, this could a gluten-free, low-sugar, or dairy-free dessert.

More on Passover festivities:

Biblically Clean for Passover
Passover Dessert Recipes
Matzah Toffee Ice Cream Sundae

Milk and Honey Desserts for Shavuot

Celebrate Shavuot with a milk and honey dessert | Land of Honey

At Shavuot we celebrate the giving of the Torah and the outpouring of the Holy Spirit. This joyous time reminds us to celebrate the incredible provision of YHWH for our needs both spiritually and physically. The combination of milk and honey is traditionally eaten at this time of year and it represents both the Promised Land, as well as the sweetness of Scripture in our lives. I've compiled some delicious desserts that will make your Shavuot celebration very special. A few of them don't contain honey but you could certainly substitute with it as you see fit. I tried to include something for everyone with some vegan options, gluten free recipes, and healthier options.

No Bake Fruit Tart for Shavuot | Land of Honey

No Bake Fruit Tart from Half Baked Harvest

Strawberry Rhubarb Pie a La Mode Popsicles | Land of Honey

Strawberry Rhubarb Pie a La Mode Popsicles from Snixy Kitchen

Serve up something sweet for Shavuot with these 12 dessert recipes | Land of Honey

Bursting Blueberry Lemon Layer Cake from Half Baked Harvest

Salted Caramel Cheesecake Mini Pavlovas - Shavuot desserts | Land of Honey

Salted Caramel Cheesecake Mini Pavlovas from Snixy Kitchen

Strawberry Shortcake is perfect for Shavuot - vegan and gluten free | Land of Honey

Gluten Free Strawberry Shortcake from Making Thyme for Health

Easy Roasted Berry and Honey Yogurt Popsicles - milk and honey desserts for Shavuot | Land of Honey

Roasted Berry and Honey Yogurt Popsicles from Cookie and Kate

Chocolate Lovers Greek Yogurt Mousse Cake | Land of Honey

Chocolate Lovers Greek Yogurt Mousse Cake from Half Baked Harvest

Strawberry Rosehip Frozen Yogurt from Half Baked Harvest

No Bake Greek Yogurt Tart - easy and healthy dessert perfect for Shavuot | Land of Honey

No Bake Greek Yogurt Tart from Cookie and Kate

Milk and Honey snack ideas for Shavuot | Land of Honey

Strawberry Rhubarb Crumble Bars from Minimalist Baker

Serve up something sweet for Shavuot with these 12 dessert recipes + vegan and gluten free options | Land of Honey

Chai Affogato with Coconut Milk Ice Cream from Cookie and Kate

Celebrate Shavuot with a strawberry chamomile naked cake | Land of Honey

Strawberry Chamomile Naked Cake from Half Baked Harvest

More ideas for Shavuot:
DIY Shavuot Cupcake Toppers
Shavuot Surprise Gift Exchange Game
Seven Ways to Celebrate Shavuot

Make Ahead Meals for the Sabbath

Make Ahead Meal Ideas for the Sabbath | Land of Honey

Sharing some ideas for make ahead meals for the Sabbath today! Especially when it's chilly (and it is here!), nothing beats a warm homemade meal, don't you think? All of these meal ideas are made ahead and then simply reheated when you're ready to serve. You could microwave them if you wish, but if you're feeding several people it's easier to just place your dish in the warm oven.

How long it will take to reheat them will vary, but probably 30 minutes for most of the casseroles would be a good starting point. Less time for the meals where you are just heating up an element or two, like the falafel. If your dish is glass or ceramic, most manufacturers recommend letting the oven preheat before putting in the dish, as there is less chance it would crack that way. Shabbat friendly accompaniments would be green salad, bread, raw veggies, and relishes like olives and pickles.

If slow cooker meal ideas or cold lunches would be a better fit for you, here are some ideas.

Vegetarian Cajun Spiced Shepherd's Pie from Healthy Nibbles and Bits

Vegetarian Cajun Shepherd's Pie | Land of Honey

Butternut Squash Falafel from Snixy Kitchen

Make Ahead Butternut Squash Falafel for Shabbat | Land of Honey

Mexican Rice Stuffed Peppers from Healthy Nibbles and Bits

Make Ahead Mexican Rice Stuffed Peppers for Shabbat | Land of Honey

Broccoli, Cheddar, and Spinach Frittata from Cookie and Kate

Shabbat Breakfast - Broccoli Cheddar Frittata| Land of Honey

Rutabaga Baked Ziti from A Beautiful Plate

Paleo Make Ahead Baked Ziti | Land of Honey

Twice Baked Sweet Potatoes with Broccoli from Love and Lemons

Twice Baked Sweet Potatoes Stuffed with Broccoli | Land of Honey

Lentil Baked Ziti from Cookie and Kate

Make Ahead Lentil Baked Ziti for the Sabbath | Land of Honey

Moroccan Lentil Stuffed Eggplant from Minimalist Baker

Moroccan Lentil Stuffed Eggplant for the Sabbath | Land of Honey

Harissa Roasted Cauliflower with Delicata Squash from Healthy Nibbles and Bits

Harissa Roasted Cauliflower and Delicata for the Sabbath | Land of Honey

Broccoli Cheddar Quinoa Gratin from Cookie and Kate

Broccoli Cheddar Quinoa - Make Ahead Meals for Shabbat | Land of Honey

Butternut Squash Baked Mac and Cheese from Healthy Nibbles and Bits

Butternut Squash Baked Mac and Cheese - Make Ahead Meals for Shabbat | Land of Honey

Zaatar Grilled Chicken Bulgar Bowls from A Beautiful Plate

Zaatar Grilled Chicken Bulgar Bowls - Make Ahead Meals for Shabbat | Land of Honey

Easy Cinnamon Baked Apples from Minimalist Baker

Easy Cinnamon Baked Apples - Make Ahead Sabbath Dessert | Land of Honey

Baked Pear, Chocolate, and Hazelnut Oatmeal from Top With Cinnamon

Baked Pear, Chocolate, and Hazelnut Oatmeal - Make Ahead Sabbath Breakfast | Land of Honey

More Sabbath meal ideas:

The No Stress Guide to Sabbath Meal Prep

Slow Cooker Meals for the Sabbath

Biblically Clean Salads to Make Ahead

Unleavened Desserts for Passover and Unleavened Bread (Kosher for Passover)

Kosher for Passover Dessert Recipe Roundup | Land of Honey

Need a dessert for your Passover Seder? Or something sweet to celebrate during the week of Unleavened Bread? Look no further! I rounded up some delicious options that are all kosher for Passover. Knowing different things are in season depending on where in the world you find yourself, plus that everyone has their own dietary preferences, I tried to make a mix that has something for everyone. Yay for real food desserts, vegan options, and good old fashioned meringue. If you're in need of some clarification of the dietary requirements for the week of Unleavened Bread please see this post.